Why is my Bostitch nail gun leaking?

Why is my Bostitch nail gun leaking?

The parts that are causes for air leaks from the exhaust are listed below from most common to least common: 1) o-ring on the inside diameter of the head valve piston 2) o-ring on the outside diameter of the head valve piston 3) cylinder seal 4) head valve piston 5) cylinder cap 6) cylinder sleeve — check the area …

Why does my nail gun not shoot nails?

Jams are the most common cause of a nailer not firing. Thankfully, they are often easy to clear. For safety, first disconnect the tool from the air supply, retract the feeder mechanism, and remove any excess fasteners from the magazine. From there, clearing the jam depends on what type of nailer you have.

How do trigger valves work?

The trigger valve closes and opens a passageway to the atmosphere. With the trigger valve in this position, the compressed air can’t flow to the area above the valve plunger. There is greater pressure below the plunger than above it. The plunger rises up, and the compressed air makes its way to the piston head.

Why is my air gun leaking?

If you hear air leaking inside the top cap it could be your O rings. O rings inside the top cap around the piston head valve can leak over time with use and will require replacement especially if the nail gun is not getting oiled regularly.

Why is Bostitch nail gun not firing?

Bostitch Nail Gun Trigger not Working The tool is dry, lacks lubrication- Apply appropriate tool lubricant to all vital parts. Worn head valve O-rings- replace the O-rings. The cylinder cap spring is broken- Replace the component. Head valve is stuck in cap- Dismantle/Inspect/ oil the valve.

Do Bostitch nailers need oil?

Yes, frequent, but not excessive, lubrication is required for best performance. Oil added through the air line connection will lubricate the internal parts. Use BOSTITCH Air Tool Lubricant, Renolin HPL 46, or equivalent.