Hilti DX 76 Manual page 23

Item reference numbers are used in the overview illustration and refer to the numbers used in
the key in the product overview section.
These characters are intended to specifically draw your attention to certain points when handling
the product.
1.3 Product information
products are designed for professional users and only trained, authorized personnel are
permitted to operate, service and maintain the products. This personnel must be specifically informed about
the possible hazards. The product and its ancillary equipment can present hazards if used incorrectly by
untrained personnel or if used not in accordance with the intended use.
The type designation and serial number are printed on the rating plate.
▶ Write down the serial number in the table below. You will be required to state the product details when
contacting Hilti Service or your local Hilti organization to inquire about the product.
Product information
Direct fastening tool
Generation
Serial no.
1.4 Declaration of conformity
The manufacturer declares, on his sole responsibility, that the product described here complies with the
applicable legislation and standards. A copy of the declaration of conformity can be found at the end of this
documentation.
The technical documentation is filed here:
Hilti Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH | Tool Certification | Hiltistrasse 6 | D-86916 Kaufering, Germany
2 Safety
2.1 Safety instructions for powder-actuated direct fastening tools
WARNING
Read all safety instructions and other instructions. Failure to comply with the safety instructions and
instructions can cause serious injuries.
▶ Keep all safety instructions and instructions for future reference.
▶ Do not tamper with or modify the fastening tool in any way.
▶ Use only fastening tools and items of equipment that are compatible with each other (base plates,
fastener guides, magazines, pistons and fasteners) and consumables (fasteners and cartridges).
▶ Check the fastening tool and accessories for damage.
▶ Moving parts must be in full working order; make sure that they cannot jam. Comply with the
instructions on cleaning and oiling in these operating instructions → page 26.
▶ All parts must be correctly installed to ensure faultless operation of the fastening tool. Damaged
parts must be properly repaired or replaced by Hilti Service unless otherwise stated in the operating
instructions.
▶ Use only Hilti DX cartridges, or other suitable cartridges that meet the minimum safety requirements.
→ page 19
▶ Use the fastening tool only for the applications defined in the section headed "Intended use" → page 19.
▶ Do not attempt to drive fasteners into unsuitable base materials, for example material that is too thin, too
hard, or too brittle. Driving a fastener into these materials can cause the fastener to break, splinter the
material or be driven right through. Examples of unsuitable materials are:
▶ Weld seams in steel, cast iron, glass, marble, plastic, bronze, brass, copper, insulating material,
hollow brick, ceramic brick, thin sheet metal (< 4 mm) and cellular concrete.
▶ Comply with the Hilti 'Direct Fastening Technology Manual' or the corresponding local Hilti 'Technical
Guide to Fastening Technology'. Always also comply with the operating instructions of the fastener
to be used.
Pre-use requirements
▶ Only appropriately trained persons who have been duly authorized and informed of the possible hazards
are allowed to operate or service this fastening tool.
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