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Check the tool for possible damage. Protective devices
and any parts that may have suffered slight damage
should be checked for correct operation and func-
tionality before further use. Damaged safety devices
or other damaged parts must be replaced or repaired
properly by an authorized repair workshop unless oth-
erwise indicated in the operating instructions.
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Always hold the tool securely and at right angles to
the working surface. This will reduce the risk of the
fastener being deflected by the working surface.
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Never use a tool that is incomplete, damaged or mal-
functioning.
5.7 Mechanical hazards
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Select the correct fastener guide, piston and fastener
combination for the job on hand. Failure to use the
correct combination of these items may result in dam-
age to the tool and/or unsatisfactory fastening quality.
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Never use worn or damaged pistons and do not tam-
per with or modify the piston.
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Use only fasteners of a type approved for use with the
tool.
5.8 Thermal hazards
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Allow the tool to cool down. Always wear gloves if the
tool is dismantled for cleaning or maintenance before
it has been allowed to cool down.
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Do not exceed the recommended fastener driving rate.
The tool may otherwise overheat.
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The tool must be allowed to cool down if melting of
the plastic cartridge strip is observed.
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Do not dismantle the tool while it is still hot. If this
cannot be avoided, wear protective gloves when dis-
mantling the tool.
5.9 Danger of explosion
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Use only cartridges of a type approved for use with
the tool.
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Remove the cartridge strip from the tool carefully.
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If a cartridge fails to fire or misfires, always proceed
as follows:
1.Keep the tool pressed at right angles against the work-
ing surface for 30 seconds.
2.If the cartridge still fails to fire, lift the tool away from
the working surface, taking care to avoid pointing it
at yourself or other persons.
3.Load the next cartridge on the strip by cycling the tool.
Use up the remaining cartridges on the strip and remove
the used cartridge strip from the tool. The (partly) used
cartridge strip must then be disposed of suitably in
order to prevent further use or misuse of any unfired
cartridges.
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Do not attempt to forcibly remove cartridges from the
magazine strip or tool.
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Unused cartridges must be stored in a dry, high place,
locked up or out of reach of children.
5.10 Requirements to be met by users
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The tool is intended for professional use.
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The tool may be operated, serviced and repaired only
by authorized, trained personnel. This personnel must
be informed of any special hazards that may be encoun-
tered.
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Always concentrate on your work. Proceed carefully
and do not use the tool if your full attention is not on
the job.
●
Wear non-slip shoes when working outdoors.
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Avoid unfavorable body positions. Work from a secure
stance and stay in balance at all times.
●
Keep the arms flexed while using the tool (do not
straighten the arms). If you experience pain or feel
unwell, stop using the tool immediately.
5.11 Personal protective equipment
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The operator and other persons in the immediate vicin-
ity must always wear suitable protective glasses, a
hard hat, ear protectors and protective gloves while
the tool is in use or when checking the tool in case of
a malfunction.
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6. Before use
6.1 Check the tool
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Check that no cartridge strip is loaded in the tool. If a
cartridge strip is present in the tool, push it forward
in the direction of cartridge transport until it can be
gripped at the cartridge exit opening and pulled out
of the tool.
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Check all external parts of the tool for damage at reg-
ular intervals and check that all controls operate prop-
erly. Do not operate the tool when parts are damaged
or when the controls do not function correctly. If nec-
essary, have the tool repaired at a Hilti service centre.
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Check the piston stopper and piston for wear and
ensure that the parts have been fitted correctly.
Printed: 10.04.2017 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5126862 / 000 / 00
Printed: 10.04.2017 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5126862 / 000 / 01
