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How to Use a Ryobi Nail Gun: Tips and Tricks

11/06/2026, 19:28

Safety First 

  • Wear eye protection and other appropriate PPE. 
  • Ensure the battery is removed before loading nails or making adjustments. 
  • Never point the tool at yourself or others. 
     
  1. Load Nails 
    • Pull back the pusher on the rear-loading magazine. 
    • Insert appropriate nails/staples- Please refer to manual for appropriate nail/staple sizing. 
    • Push the pusher up gently to secure the nails, it will click in. 
       
  2. Insert Battery 
    • Slide the compatible RYOBI ONE+ battery into the battery port until it clicks. 
       
  3. Adjust Depth of Drive 
    • Rotate the depth adjustment wheel to set how deep nails are driven. 
    • Test on scrap material to confirm the setting. 
       
  4. Fire a Nail 
    • Press the safety contact tip firmly against the workpiece, it will depress. 
    • Hold the trigger for at least 0.5 seconds to fire a nail. 
    • Let the tool recoil naturally—do not press it down forcefully. 
       
  5. Clear a Jam (if needed) 
    • Remove the battery
    • Open the jam release mechanism. 
    • Clear any stuck nails or debris
    • Close the mechanism and reinsert the battery.
       
Applicable Models

R18GN18, R18NL15-0, R18NL16-0, R18ST-0, R18NL-0, R16GN18, R18GS18