Fixing a Staple Gun: A Step-by-Step Guide
Are you tired of using a sticky or malfunctioning staple gun? Do you find it frustrating to deal with rusty or jammed staples guns? Don’t worry! With this comprehensive guide, you’ll learn how to fix a staple gun yourself, saving you time, money, and hassle. In this article, we’ll walk you through simple and effective solutions to help you get your staple gun up and running smoothly once again.
Why and When to Fix a Staple Gun
Before you start fixing your staple gun, it’s essential to understand why and when fixing is necessary. Here’s a brief rundown:
- **Rust damage**: If your staple gun has been exposed to extreme temperatures, humidity, or moisture, it may show signs of rust, clogging the staple mechanism.
- **Jamming**: Over-the-counter staples, irregular storage, or incorrect usage could lead to jamming within the staple gun.
Step 1: Clean the Exterior and Interior
Before dissecting the staple gun to fix the issue, the first step is to clean the exterior and drain the interior, addressing any dirt, dust, or debris accumulation. Check for any blockages:
| Instructions | Tools/Liquids |
|---|---|
| Remove any packaging materials, labels, | Soft cloth, Water, Mild soap |
| Remove any dirt, dust from the exterior using a | Soft brush, |
| Tissue paper | |
| Wet the exterior with water | – |
| Apply mild dish soap and rub gently | – |
| Rinse with water, and make sure to dry thoroughly* | – |
| Use to remove any stubborn staining or residue | – |
Step 2: Disassemble the Staples Gun
Once the tool is clean, it is time to disassemble the staple gun. Consult your user’s manual if you lose track of the parts numbers or instructions.
Major Components:
- Jammed staple gun
===== (see Table 1 "Staple Gun Mechanism" for a refresher on staple gun part names)
Table: Staple Gun Mechanism
| Component | Description |
| Motor | The that drives the staple-loading mechanism |
| **Staple Channel | The that guides individual staples |
| | The that locks the staple in place as it is loaded |
| The that dispenses the staple when pressing the trigger |
The Disassembly Process:
- the staple gun: Open the staple gun by moving the handle to the upright position.
- the staple channel: To access the staple channel:
- the plate: Remove the plate(s) covering the staple Channel.
- of the staple Channel: Using a flathead screw driver, gently lift the
- the plunger: Lift the to expose the staple.
