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Do Not Attempt To Use This Powder Actuated Tool Without First
Reading And Understanding The Information Contained In This
Manual! You Must Then Be Trained And Certified By An
Authorized Simpson Strong-Tie Representative.
Serious Injury Or Death May Result If This Tool Is Not Used In
Accordance To This Instructions!
H
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1. ALWAYS - make certain the base material consists of thick
concrete or structural steel.
2. ALWAYS - observe these safety precautions and those
appearing throughout this manual.
3. ALWAYS - wear eye, ear and head protection.
1. NEVER - attempt to bypass or circumvent any of the
safety features of this tool.
2. NEVER - attempt to fasten into soft, thin, brittle or
very hard material.
3. NEVER - attempt to fasten into a spalled, cracked
or uneven surface.
4. NEVER - attempt to fasten less than (3) inches from
the edge of concrete.
5. NEVER - attempt to fasten less than one-half (1/2) inch
from the edge of steel.
6. NEVER - place your hand over the muzzle end of the tool
with a powder load in the chamber.
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CLEANiNg ANd MAiNTENANCE
A. Barrel Assembly
1. Nosepiece - must be cleaned and inspected daily
making certain the inside is clean and free of debris
and damage.
2. Barrel - make certain the breech face and chamber are
clean and free of dirt and carbon deposits. Use only
the lubricant supplied or a similar non-flammable
substance. Use lubrication sparingly as excessive
amounts will cause a more rapid build-up of powder
residue and dirt.
3. Piston - should be brushed clean daily and checked
for damage or excessive wear.
B. Firing Mechanism
1. Breech faces should be wiped clean with a cloth and
the lubricant supplied. Check carefully around the
firing pin opening for dirt or carbon build-up.
2. Cleaning of all parts in the firing mechanism should
be conducted by an authorized Simpson Strong-Tie
repair station, twice annually or every 5,000 fastenings
whichever comes first.
WARNING - Excess dirt or debris on the breech faces may cause the tool to
accidentally discharge causing serious injury or death. Clean this tool daily
before using as follows.
WARNING - Remember, never proceed with cleaning and maintenance until
you are certain the tool is not loaded. If the tool does not function properly,
tag it "WARNING - DO NOT USE" and return it as soon as possible to an autho-
rized Simpson Strong-Tie repair station or to the factory.
©2008
SIMPSON
STRONG-TIE
COMP
ANY
INC.
©2008
SIMPSON
STRONG-TIE
COMP
ANY
INC.
