Hilti DX 5 Original Operating Instructions page 21

Malfunction
The head of the fastener per-
forates the fastened material.
7.4 Problems with the cartridges
Malfunction
The cartridge strip doesn't
advance.
The cartridge strip cannot be
removed.
The cartridge doesn't fire.
The cartridge strip melts.
A cartridge detaches itself
from the cartridge strip.
The cartridge strip cannot be
removed.
Printed: 29.09.2017 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5292579 / 000 / 01
Possible cause
Driving power is too high.
Possible cause
The cartridge strip is damaged.
The tool has too much built-up dirt
and residues.
The tool is damaged.
The tool has overheated.
Bad cartridge.
The tool is fouled with combustion
residues.
The tool is pressed against the
working surface for too long before
firing.
The fastener driving rate is too
high.
The fastener driving rate is too
high.
Build-up of combustion residues.
Action to be taken
▶ Reduce driving power (adjust
the power regulating wheel).
▶ Use a less powerful cartridge.
▶ Use the nails with a "top hat".
▶ Use the nails with a washer.
Action to be taken
▶ Change the cartridge strip.
▶ Service the tool.
▶ If necessary, have the tool
checked by Hilti Service.
▶ If the problem persists, contact
Hilti Service.
▶ Allow the tool to cool down.
▶ Then, carefully remove the
cartridge strip from the tool.
▶ If the problem persists, contact
Hilti Service.
▶ Pull the cartridge strip through
to the next cartridge.
▶ Service the tool.
▶ Fire the tool sooner after
pressing it against the working
surface.
▶ Remove the cartridge strip.
▶ Stop using the tool immediately.
▶ Remove the cartridge strip and
allow the tool to cool.
▶ Stop using the tool immediately.
▶ Remove the cartridge strip and
allow the tool to cool.
▶ Service the tool.
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