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Before operating any Ramset
that, in addition to reading and understanding this instruction booklet, all users obtain personal
instruction and training from a Ramset
subject to control by Government Regulations. Check the regulations in your State, Territory and local
government area before using the tool as a license or specific training may be required. Your Ramset
supplier can advise you on this matter. Except as required by statute, the manufacturer disclaims all
responsibility for any incidents which may result from the disregard of these operation procedures and
maintenance instructions, or the disregard of any local or statutory authority regulations pertaining to
the use of Powder Actuated Tools. Ramset
for any other purpose other than the applications described in this instruction booklet.
PAT003:
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- Page 1 ™ subject to control by Government Regulations. Check the regulations in your State, Territory and local government area before using the tool as a license or specific training may be required. Your Ramset ™ supplier can advise you on this matter. Except as required by statute, the manufacturer disclaims all...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
FrameBoss ™ Instruction Manual Contents The Ramset™ Powder Actuated (P.A.) Fastening System Useful Words Safety General Safety What to do if a P.A. Tool Misfires What to do if the strip is not indexing consistently What to do if a P.A. Tool Jams... -
Page 4: The Ramset Powder Actuated (P.a.) Fastening System
By using a controlled power load to deliver the fastener directly to the materials, it eliminates the need for drilling, plugging and bolting etc. The latest Ramset™ P.A. tools - FrameBoss™, FormMaster™, FrameMaster™ (TS750P), JobMaster™, TyMaster™, FixMaster™ (TS60P), Rocket, InsulFast™ and DekMaster™ - use the new low velocity indirect acting system to deliver a powerful strike on the fastener. -
Page 5: Useful Words
FrameBoss ™ Instruction Manual Useful Words Power Load: A cased cartridge of explosive charge designed specifically for Powder Actuated Tools. Also known as the Power Load. These may be individual, in the case of the JobMaster™ or fed to the tool in strip form, as in other tools. Cycling: Returning the piston to the rear of the barrel in preparation for firing. -
Page 6: Safety
PrOTECTIOn Safety should always be the first priority when Always check the barrel is free of obstructions using the Ramset™ Powder Actuated (P.A.) system. before loading. Because an explosive charge is involved, the whole work area must be made safe before work is begun. -
Page 7: What To Do If A P.a. Tool Misfires
If the Ramset™ in the manner stipulated below. power load cannot be extracted from the tool in... -
Page 8: Operational Safety
50°C). Do not use a P.A. Tool in these performed prior to any fixings being attempted circumstances. with the Ramset™ tool. (This test is particularly Fasteners should not be driven into brICK, useful when fixing into steel of an unknown COnCrETE etc: hardness/composition). -
Page 9: Fastener Selection
Instruction Manual Fastener Selection Drive pins and threaded studs are the fasteners used in Ramset™ Powder Actuated (P.A.) tools. THE gUIDE FOr FIxIng TO COnCrETE IS: • fixture thickness + 25mm, Drive pins are best suited to general fastening and the length of the pin that should be used is an •... -
Page 10: Power Load Selection
FormMaster™ tools also have the feature they provide. of variable power adjustment. This provides WEAK (green) - can be used with all Ramset™ the operator with more control over the power Powder Actuated (P.A.) tools delivered to the fastener. -
Page 11: Fastener Setting
FrameBoss ™ Instruction Manual Fastener Setting For flush timber fixing (i.e. no washer), the fastener is correctly set when the head of the fastener is flush with the surface of the timber. When fixing to thinner materials the fastener is correctly set when the under side of the fastener head is in contact with the material surface with only minor deformation of the material. -
Page 12: Standard Operating Procedure
(90º) in both directions 8. repeat step 2 after every down. to the work surface. Your body 10 fixings. 3 - Insert Ramset™ collated should be directly behind the drive pins. tool in a balanced posture. 4 - Push the magazine cover back into the closed position. -
Page 13: Trouble Shooting
FrameBoss ™ Instruction Manual Trouble Shooting Most commonly, problems are caused by over driving due to poor fastener or charge selection. It is wise to consider these two factors as the first options in trouble shooting. PrObLEM LIKELY CAUSE(S) ACTIOn Fastener over driven Too much power Use a low strength power load... -
Page 14: Drive Pin / Fastener Removal
Ramset™ recommends that they should be removed / broken with a Ramset™ Pin Breaking Tool. (Part Number: PBT) The use of a Ramset™ Pin 1. Ensure that eye protection is 2. Place the Ramset™ Pin 3. -
Page 15: Inspection / Tool Maintenance
FrameBoss ™ Instruction Manual Inspection / Tool Maintenance It is important to clean a P.A. Tool weekly. The The Australian Standard AS1873 states that all carbon build up from the explosive material can Powder Actuated (P.A.) Tools “be returned to decrease the effectiveness of the tool and if not the manufacturer or its authorised agent for a removed, cause long term damage to the tool. -
Page 16: Site Preparation
• Check the area is safe for the use of P.A. Tools, 8. Lightly oil the internal steel components with i.e. free from inflammable gases, explosive Ramset™ P.A. lubricant (PA9316) and then materials etc. wipe off any excess oil. • Check that the material to be fixed into is re-assembly is the reverse of disasssembly suitable for use with a P.A. -
Page 17: Frameboss Tool Kit
They provide the greatest ease, convenience, all year round performance and safety when used together. It is important that you insist on genuine Ramset™ products for utmost satisfaction and to ensure validity of your warranty. -
Page 18: Frameboss™ Product Range
FrameBoss ™ Instruction Manual Product Range - Accessories Part No Description Pack Qty Refer pg 18 Piston Refer pg 18 Piston Buffer (x2) Refer pg 18 Piston Return Spring (x2) Refer pg 18 Fastener Guide Assembly Refer pg 18 Magazine Assembly Refer pg 18 Spall Guard PA9316 P.A. Lubricating and Release Oil PBT Drive Pin Removal Tool PA1613 Safety Glasses PAWS8 Explosive Tool in Use - Safety Warning Sign Product Range - Power load strips Part No Colour Strength Pack Qty PLSGR22 Green Weak PLSYW22 Yellow Medium PLSRD22 Red Strong Product Range - Collated Drive Pins for concrete masonry and steel... - Page 19 FrameBoss ™ Instruction Manual Product Range - Drive Pins for Structural Steel Part No Description Drive Pin Length Timber Thickness Pack Qty SC950 Timber to Structural Steel Pin 50mm 35mm SC950W Frame & Truss Washered Pin 50mm 35mm SC960 Timber to Structural Steel Pin 60mm 45mm SC960W Frame & Truss Washered Pin 60mm 45mm Product Range - Washered Drive Pins for fixing to Steel of any thickness of 4mm or more (Sacrificial Steel Formwork) Part No Washer Diameter Drive Pin Length Pack Qty SBR9 14mm 22mm Product Range - Timber Formwork Pins for concrete for easy pin removal Part No Drive Pin Length Max Timber Thickness Pack Qty LDU60F 60mm 35mm LDU75F...
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Page 20: Appendix A - Tool Identification
FrameBoss ™ Instruction Manual APPENDIX A - TOOL IDENTIFICATION Frameboss ™ FrameBoss FrameBoss Item No. Spare Part No. Item No. Spare Part No. PA37023 Spall Guard (Not Shown) PA37023 Spall Guard (Not Shown) PA37040 Fastener Guide Assembly PA37063 Fastener Guide Assembly PA37038 Magazine Assembly PA37049 Magazine Assembly 010982 Piston Return Spring (x1) 011483 Piston Return Spring (x2) 010983 Piston Buffer (x2) 010983 Piston Buffer (x2) PA37037 Piston PA37041 Piston PA37007 Barrel Assembly... - Page 21 FrameBoss ™ Instruction Manual...
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Page 22: Appendix B - Tool Use Assessment
1. Practical Knowledge Questions - These questions are designed to test your knowledge of using Ramset™ Powder Actuated (P.A.) Tools. They will be given to you on the day of instruction. Your responses will be used as evidence of your knowledge and understanding. -
Page 23: Pat003 - Assessment Questions
FrameBoss ™ Instruction Manual PAT003 - ASSESSMENT ASSESSMEnT QUESTIOnS 1. When and where should a P.A. tool be loaded and unloaded? 2. Explain why a P.A. tool must not be fired at an angle other than 90° to the work surface. 3. -
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