Hilti DX 76 PTR Original Operating Instructions page 26

7.5.5 Checking and adjusting fastener driving
depth 3 6
NOTE
Fastener driving depth can be adjusted by turning the
power regulation wheel on the tool. (setting 1 = minimum;
setting 4 = maximum)
Check the nail stand-off and power setting in accord-
en
ance with section 7.2.5 "Checking and adjusting fastener
driving depth".
7.6 Fastening shear connectors (accessories
required) 9 12
WARNING
Check that the spall guard is fitted to the tool.
7.6.1 Inserting the fastener in the HVB fastener
guide
NOTE
These instructions apply to driving the first fastener in the
shear connector.
NOTE
Please note that the HVB fastener guide is equipped with
a piston stopper (X-76-PS) but no piston brake (X-76-PB-
PTR).
NOTE
The HVB base plate thus does not prevent punching
through (no PTR function).
1. Fit the HVB fastener guide in accordance with
the instructions in section 7.4 "Changing the nail
magazine or fastener guide (accessory)".
2. Push the slider over until it engages and the number
"1" is visible.
3. Turn the tool so that the fastener guide is pointing
upwards.
4. Insert the fastener into the tool from above at the
marked opening.
7.6.2 Inserting the cartridge strip
NOTE
For best results when fastening HVB shear connectors,
use black cartridges or, in some cases, red cartridges. For
details of recommended cartridges, please refer to the
applicable approvals or the Hilti Fastening Technology
Manual.
Push the cartridge strip, as far as it will go, into the
cartridge strip guideway on the side of the tool.
7.6.3 Driving fasteners using the HVB fastener
guide 13
1. Fit the shear connector onto the base plate. It is held
in place by a magnet.
2. Press the tool against the working surface at right
angles.
3. Drive the fastener by pulling the trigger.
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4. Prepare the tool for driving the next fastener by
pushing the cycling grip back toward the rear of the
tool and then forward to its original position.
7.6.4 Checking and adjusting fastener driving
depth 3 6
NOTE
Fastener driving depth can be adjusted by turning the
power regulation wheel on the tool. (setting 1 = minimum;
setting 4 = maximum)
Check the nail stand-off and power setting in accord-
ance with section 7.2.5 "Checking and adjusting fastener
driving depth".
7.6.5 Inserting the second fastener in the HVB
fastener guide 14
NOTE
These instructions apply to driving the second fastener
in the shear connector.
1. Push the slider over until it engages and the number
"2" is visible.
2. Turn the tool so that the fastener guide is pointing
upwards.
3. Insert the fastener into the tool from above at the
marked opening.
7.6.6 Driving fasteners using the HVB fastener
guide 15
1. Insert the nose of the tool into the shear connector
and press the tool at right angles against the working
surface.
2. Drive the fastener by pulling the trigger.
3. Prepare the tool for driving the next fastener by
pushing the cycling grip back toward the rear of the
tool and then forward to its original position.
7.7 Fastening gratings (accessories required) 9 16
WARNING
Check that the spall guard is fitted to the tool.
7.7.1 Inserting the fastener in the grating fastener
guide (F8)
1. Fit the grating fastener guide in accordance with
the instructions in section 7.4 "Changing the nail
magazine or fastener guide (accessory)".
2. Turn the tool so that the fastener guide is pointing
upwards.
3. Insert the fastener in the tool from above.
7.7.2 Inserting the cartridge strip 4
Push the cartridge strip, as far as it will go, into the
cartridge strip guideway on the side of the tool.