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How do I open my rapid Classic 1 stapler?
Grasp the top arm of the stapler which is situated over the metal carrying tray. Hold down the bottom of the stapler with your free hand. Pull the arm upward to open the hinge that holds it over the carrying tray.
How do I open my stapler?
Open the stapler. To open these, grip the base of the stapler, then pull the top of the stapler until it lifts open and the staple tray is revealed. Back load staplers usually have a button on the back, so to open these, push the button until the stapler tray pops out slightly.
How do you fix a rapid stapler?
Use a sharp object to push the jammed staple up from the bottom. Any of the following should work: tweezers, scissors, a flathead screwdriver, or needle-nosed pliers. Push the prongs of the jammed staple upward to try and loosen it from the grip of the stapler.
Why is my staple gun not working?
When any important part is broken or worn out, the tool simply won’t work. Before you start using a staple gun, check to ensure the spring, hammer, and rail are correctly assembled and undamaged. Small variances can gum up the works and cause staples to jam or defeat the spring or hammer mechanisms.
How do you fix a stapler on a rapid Classic 1?
How do you open a top loading stapler?
On a top loading stapler, you’ll have to pull the plastic sheath off the staple tray. Other staplers, including back loading and electric varieties, have a button or knob for you to press. Heavy-duty staplers may instead have a follow block you need to raise.
What’s the best way to open a Swingline stapler?
Lift the top of the stapler to load new or additional staples. Place new staples, prongs down, into the staple tray. Lower the stapler head until it clicks to secure the stapler. Turn the stapler over until the bottom of the stapler can be seen.
What to do if your stapler is jammed?
If your stapler is jammed, dump out the old staples. Use pliers to pull out any staples that are stuck. Lower the stapler head to close it. When you’re finished placing staples legs-down in the tray, grasp the base again. Push the top of the stapler back down onto the tray. It’ll click in place and your stapler will be ready for use again.
How to disassemble and reassemble a stapler?
Disassembly / Reassembly. Disassembly. Take the plastic top cover off of the stapler, remove top spring, and top tab and screw. Slide metal axle and plastic bearing from the hinges of the base, removing the hinging metal component. Remove the metal component from the base.