Hilti GX 3 Manual page 9

The fastening tool is for hand-held use or use with the pole tool extension (accessory) only.
3.3 Items supplied
Gas-actuated fastening tool with fastener guide, toolbox, operating instructions.
Other system products approved for use with this product can be found at your local Hilti Center or online
at: www.hilti.group
3.4 Fastener guide
The fastener guide holds the studs or, respectively, guides the nails and, when the tool is actuated, thus
directs the fasteners into the supporting material at the desired position.
3.5 Fasteners
Two types of fastener can be driven by the fastening tool: nails and threaded studs. Additional fastening
components, which can be inserted in the fastener guide, are also available for various applications.
3.6 Guidelines for use on concrete and steel
Information about national regulations, and the Fastening Technology Manual containing further informa-
tion, are available from the Hilti marketing organization responsible for your location.
The Fastening Technology Manual can be found online at: www.hilti.group
3.7 Slider for driving depth setting
The slider can be used to reduce the depth to which the fastener is driven.
Status
+
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3.8 RESET button
After driving a fastener, under certain circumstances, the fastener guide may not return to its outset position.
This is caused by the piston being incorrectly positioned. The incorrect piston position can be remedied by
pressing the RESET button.
Status
RESET button projects from the tool casing. Its
white edge is visible.
RESET button is flush with the tool casing.
3.9 Support leg
On an even working surface, the support leg makes it easier to hold the fastening tool perpendicular as
attention then only has to be paid to lateral alignment. On an uneven or undulating surface it may be necessary
to remove the support leg in order to allow the fastener guide to be held perpendicular to the working surface.
3.10 Belt hook
The belt hook can be extended in two stages.
Status
First position
Second position
3.11 Gas can
Observe the safety instructions provided with the gas can!
*2155180*
Meaning
Standard fastener driving depth
Reduced fastener driving depth
Meaning
Piston position is incorrect
Piston position is correct
Meaning
Position for attaching to a waist belt
Position for attaching to ladders, scaffolds, plat-
forms, etc.
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