Hitachi NR83AA3 3 1/4" Clipped Head Framing Nailer Logo
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I pull the trigger and get a rush of air but no nail shot. It has been working fine for the last several days. I've got it running on between 75 and 80 psi.

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Place two drops of light oil into the gun at the air inlet, and re-connect the hose. Fire your gun several times into scrap wood.

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