Ryobi P326 16 GA Straight Finish Nailer

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations, and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.

Work Area Safety: Keep the work area clean and well lit. Avoid explosive atmospheres. Keep children and bystanders away.

Electrical Safety: Ensure plugs match outlets. Avoid contact with earthed surfaces. Do not expose to rain or wet conditions. Do not abuse the cord. Use outdoor-rated extension cords if needed. Use GFCI protection in damp locations. Use only specified batteries and chargers.

Personal Safety: Stay alert and use common sense. Do not operate when tired or under the influence of drugs/alcohol. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (eye protection, dust mask, safety shoes, hard hat, hearing protection). Prevent unintentional starting by ensuring the switch is off. Remove adjustment keys before operation. Maintain proper footing and balance. Dress properly; avoid loose clothing or jewelry. Ensure dust extraction facilities are used if provided. Do not become complacent. Do not use on unstable supports.

Power Tool Use and Care: Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for the application. Do not use if the switch is faulty. Disconnect power before adjustments or accessory changes.

Battery Tool Use and Care

Store idle tools out of reach of children. Maintain tools and accessories. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Use the tool according to instructions. Keep handles dry and clean.

Recharge only with the specified charger. Use only designated battery packs. Keep battery packs away from metal objects when not in use. Avoid contact with battery liquid; flush with water if contact occurs. Do not use damaged or modified battery packs or tools. Do not expose batteries or tools to fire or excessive temperatures.

Nailer Safety Warnings

Always assume the tool contains fasteners. Handle with care to avoid accidental firing. Do not point the tool at yourself or others. Do not actuate unless the tool is firmly against the workpiece. Disconnect power when clearing jams. Use caution when removing jammed fasteners.

Do not use this nailer for fastening electrical cables. Hold by insulated gripping surfaces when near hidden wiring. Know your tool; read the manual. Always wear eye protection compliant with ANSI Z87.1.

Additional safety protection (hearing, head) may be required. Keep fingers away from the trigger when not driving fasteners. Use safety equipment. Protect your lungs with a mask if dusty. Protect your hearing during extended operation. Battery tools are always in operating condition; be aware of hazards. Do not place battery tools or batteries near fire or heat. Do not crush, drop, or damage battery packs. Batteries can explode near ignition sources. Handle battery leakage carefully.

Use the tool only for its intended use. Do not discharge fasteners into open air. Use only recommended nails. Never direct fasteners at anything other than the workpiece. Do not use the tool as a hammer. Always carry by the handle. Do not alter or modify the tool. Be aware that misuse can cause injury. Never clamp or tape the trigger or workpiece contact. Never leave the tool unattended with the battery installed. Do not operate if the warning label is missing. Keep the tool and handle dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Never use solvents like brake fluid or gasoline for cleaning.

Operation

Installing/Removing Battery Pack: Align the battery pack's raised rib with the tool's groove. Ensure latches snap into place. Squeeze LED worklight grip switch to reactivate. To remove, depress latches.

No-Mar Pad: Helps prevent marring soft woods. Remove battery pack before removing or replacing the pad. Pull pad down and away from the nose. Replace by fitting over nose and pushing up. An extra pad is stored on the magazine.

Loading the Tool with Nails: Remove battery pack. Depress the release button and slide the pusher fully rearward until it locks. With the tool pointed away, feed nails into the magazine, pointed downward. Press release button to advance the pusher. Do not let the pusher snap back.

Reinstall battery and reactivate by pressing the LED worklight grip switch.

WARNING: Use only recommended nails. Never load nails with the workpiece contact or trigger activated.

Setting Air Pressure: Depends on nail size and workpiece material. Test drive a nail. Remove battery. Adjust air pressure lever. Fine-tune with depth adjustment if needed. Note: Maximum pressure may not always deliver a nail.

Depth of Drive Adjustment: Adjust beyond air pressure. Test on scrap material. Remove battery. Turn adjustment knob. Reinstall battery and reactivate. Drive test nails after each adjustment.

Driving Finish Nails: Use single sequential actuation for accurate placement. Reinstall battery and reactivate. Grip firmly. Position nose on workpiece. Push tool against workpiece to depress contact. Squeeze trigger. Hold trigger until cycle completes. If no nail is driven, lift tool, reposition, and try again.

WARNING: Never wedge or hold back the workpiece contact mechanism.

Dry-Fire Lockout: Activates when 0-5 nails remain. Reload to resume.

LED Worklight: Press grip switch while holding tool during operation. The light indicates battery charge and tool function.

Diagnostic Feedback: Flashing light indicates low battery or malfunction. If light goes out, the unit has timed out; lift tool and release trigger to reactivate.

Clearing a Jammed Fastener

WARNING: Remove battery pack before clearing jams.

Jams can occur due to deep driving, debris, or stuck nails. Try depressing the workpiece contact and squeezing the trigger to reset the driver mechanism. If it doesn't reset, the tool may be jammed. Remove battery pack, point tool away, remove fasteners, open jam release, insert screwdriver to push driver mechanism back, remove bent nail, close release, reinstall battery and fasteners.

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

WARNING: Use only identical replacement parts for servicing.

General Maintenance: Avoid solvents for cleaning plastic parts. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, and grease.

Illustrations

The manual includes diagrams illustrating various parts and operations:

• Figure 1: Belt Clip Installation
• Figure 2: Battery Pack Installation/Removal
• Figure 3: No-Mar Pad and Storage
• Figure 4: Loading Tool with Nails (Pusher and Release Button)
• Figure 5: Loading Tool with Nails (Magazine and Nails)
• Figure 6: Air Pressure Adjustment
• Figure 7: Depth of Drive Adjustment
• Figure 8: Driving Finish Nails (Workpiece Contact)
• Figure 9: LED Worklight
• Figure 10: Removing Nails from Tool
• Figure 11: Clearing a Jammed Fastener (Screwdriver, Latch, Jam Release, Driver Mechanism)

Service and Warranty

For service, replacement parts, or technical support, visit www.ryobitools.com or call 1-800-525-2579. If parts are damaged or missing, call for immediate service. This product is covered under a 3-year limited warranty; proof of purchase is required.

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