Guidelines - Hilti DX 2 Operating Instructions Manual

Check that no cartridge strip is loaded in the tool. If there
is a cartridge strip in the tool, pull it up out of the tool by
hand from above.

7 Guidelines

7.1 Fastening guidelines
These guidelines must be observed at all times.
NOTE
For detailed information, please ask your local Hilti sales and service office for a copy of the applicable technical
guidelines or national technical regulations.
7.1.1 Minimum distances and spacing
Minimum distances and spacing when fastening to steel
Minimum distances and spacing when fastening to concrete
7.1.2 Depth of penetration
NOTE
Examples and specific information can be found in the Hilti Fastening Technology Manual.
Nail lengths for steel
ET
Check all external parts of the tool for damage and check
that all controls operate faultlessly.
Check the piston and spring clip for wear and ensure that
the parts have been fitted correctly.
A min. edge distance = 15 mm (⁵⁄₈")
B min. spacing = 20 mm (³⁄₄")
C min. base material thickness = 3 mm (¹⁄₈")
A min. edge distance = 70 mm (2³⁄₄")
B min. spacing = 80 mm (3¹⁄₈")
C min. base material thickness = 100 mm (4")
ET Depth of penetration: 12 ± 2 mm (½" ± ¹⁄₁₆")
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