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ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DX 2 powder-actuated fastening tool It is essential that the operating instructions are read before the tool is operated for the first time. Always keep these operating instructions together with the tool. Ensure that the operating instructions are with the tool when it is given to other persons.
en b) Avoid unfavorable body positions. Make sure you work from a safe stance and stay in balance at all times. c) Wear non-skid shoes. d) Never point the tool toward yourself or other persons. e) Never press the nosepiece of the tool against your hand or against any other part of your body (or other person’s hand or part of their body). f) Keep other persons, especially children, away from the area in which the work is being carried out.
1.1.7 Thermal safety precautions If the tool has overheated, allow it to cool down. Do not exceed the recommended fastener driving rate. b) Do not dismantle the tool while it is hot. Allow the tool to cool down. c) The tool must be allowed to cool down if the plastic cartridge strip begins to melt. a) b) Remove the cartridge strip from the tool carefully. c) Never attempt to pry a cartridge from the magazine strip or tool. Never attempt to open a cartridge.
3 Description 3.1 Use of the product as directed en The tool is designed for professional use in fastening applications where nails, threaded studs and composite fasteners are driven into concrete, steel and sand-lime block masonry. The tool is for hand-held use only. Modification of the tool is not permitted. The tool may not be used in an explosive or flammable atmosphere unless it has been approved for use under these conditions.
4 Accessories, consumables NOTE For information about further accessories and fasteners for use with the tool, please contact your local Hilti representative. en Accessories and cleaning set Designation Cleaning set, Hilti lubricant spray, spare parts pack, operating instructions, spall guard Standard accessories Designation Piston, base plate, piston guide, fastener guide, spring guide, catch, annular spring 5 Technical data Right of technical changes reserved. Tool DX 2 Weight 2.4 kg (5.
7 Guidelines 7.1 Fastening guidelines These guidelines must be observed at all times. en NOTE For detailed information, please ask your local Hilti sales and service office for a copy of the applicable technical guidelines or national technical regulations. 7.1.1 Minimum distances and spacing Minimum distances and spacing when fastening to steel % $ A min. edge distance = 15 mm (⁵⁄₈") B min. spacing = 20 mm (³⁄₄") C min.
8 Operation 2. 3. WARNING The tool can be made ready to fire by pressing the nosepiece against a part of the body (e.g. a hand). When the tool is ready to fire, fasteners or the piston could be driven inadvertently into parts of the body. Never press the tool against parts of the body. WARNING The material may splinter or fragments of the magazine strip may fly off when the fastener is driven. The user of the tool and other persons in the immediate vicinity must wear suitable eye protection and a hard hat.
9 Care and maintenance only be removed with a degree of difficulty or the cycling action becomes stiff. en 9.3.1 Disassembling the tool 7 CAUTION When this type of tool is used under normal operating conditions, dirt and residues build up inside the tool and functionally relevant parts are also subject to wear. Regular inspections and maintenance are thus essential in order to ensure reliable operation.
5. 9.3.6 Lubrication Spray the cleaned parts lightly with the Hilti lubricant spray supplied. Use only Hilti lubricant spray or a product of comparable quality. 9.3.7 Assembling the tool 12 NOTE Handle the small parts carefully. They could get lost. 1. 2. 3. 4. Fit the fastener guide into the base plate. Slide the piston into the piston guide as far as it will go. Fit the base plate with the fastener guide onto the piston guide.
en Fault Possible cause Remedy Misfire: Less than normal sound. The fastener is only partly driven into the base material. The piston was in the wrong position. Remove the cartridge strip and cycle the tool. See section: 8.5 Cycling the tool 5 Bad cartridges. Change the cartridge strip (use a different / dry package if necessary). If the problem persists, service the tool. See section: 9.3 Servicing the tool The cartridge strip is damaged. Change the cartridge strip.
Fault Possible cause Remedy A cartridge detaches itself from the cartridge strip. The fastener driving rate is too high. Stop using the tool immediately. Remove the cartridge strip and allow the tool to cool. WARNING Never attempt to pry a cartridge from the magazine strip or tool. Clean the tool and remove any loose cartridges. If the tool cannot be disassembled contact your local Hilti Center. The piston gets stuck in the base material / fastener is driven too deeply.
Fault Possible cause Remedy Damaged nail head. Driving power is too high. Use a less powerful cartridge. Application limit exceeded (very hard material). Use a nail with a higher application limit. The piston is damaged. Change the piston. Driving power is too low. Use a more powerful cartridge. Application limit exceeded (very hard material). Use a nail with a higher application limit. The system is unsuitable. Use a more powerful system, e.g. DX 460. The piston was in the wrong position.
11 Disposal Most of the materials from which Hilti tools or appliances are manufactured can be recycled. The materials must be correctly separated before they can be recycled. In many countries, Hilti has already made arrangements for taking back old tools and appliances for recycling. Ask Hilti customer service or your Hilti representative for further information. 12 Manufacturer’s warranty - tools Please contact your local Hilti representative if you have questions about the warranty conditions.
15 Health and safety of the operator 15.1 Noise information en Powder-actuated fastening tool Type DX 2 Model Serial Caliber 6.
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