Hilti DX 5 Original Operating Instructions page 12

▶ If the tool has overheated, allow it to cool down.
▶ Do not dismantle the tool while it is hot. Allow the tool to cool down.
▶ Allow the tool to cool down if the plastic cartridge strip begins to melt.
Risk of explosion with cartridges
▶ Use only cartridges of a type approved for use with the tool.
▶ Remove the cartridge strip from the tool when you have completed the work or before transporting the
tool.
▶ Never attempt to forcibly remove cartridges from the magazine strip or tool.
▶ Store unused cartridges in a secure place where they are not exposed to dampness or excessively high
temperatures.
3 Description
3.1 Intended use
The product described is a fastening tool for use in applications in which nails, threaded studs and
combination fasteners are driven into concrete, steel and sand-lime block.
When using the tool, always ensure that the correct equipment is used. The fastener guide, magazine, piston
and fasteners must be compatible with one another.
3.2 Cartridges
All Hilti cartridges for powder-actuated tools have been tested successfully in accordance with EN 16264.
These tests are carried out by the certification authorities using specific combinations of cartridges and
tools. The tool designation, the name of the certification authority and the system test number are printed on
the cartridge packaging.
Ordering designation
6.8/11 M green
6.8/11 M yellow
6.8/11 M red
6.8/11 M black
3.3 Minimum distances and spacing
3.3.1 Fastening to concrete
Always observe the following minimum distances and spacing when fastening to concrete:
• The minimum distance from the edge of the working surface to the fastener must be at least 70 mm.
• The minimum center-to-center distance between two fasteners must be at least 80 mm.
• The working surface must be at least 100 mm thick.
3.4 Information about the app
To find out more about the app, to download it and start it, scan the QR code in the case.
3.5 Information about the field of applications
Please refer to the Hilti product page for more information about the field of applications.
4 Technical data
4.1 Direct fastening tool
Weight
Tool length
Nail length
4 English
Printed: 29.09.2017 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5292579 / 000 / 01
Color
green
yellow
red
Black
DX 5
DX 5
Power level
light
medium
heavy
extra heavy
DX 5
7.41 lb
(3.36 kg)
19.0 in
(483 mm)
≤ 2.8 in
(≤ 72 mm)