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Powers P3500 Operating Instructions Manual

Low velocity powder actuated fastening tool
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MODEL P3500
WARNING
WARNING!
R2200
DANGER! - TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH:
P3500
MANUAL CAT. NO. 52036 9/03

OPERATING INSTRUCTION

MANUAL
Low Velocity Powder Actuated
Fastening Tool
DO NOT OPERATE THE P3500 TOOL UNTIL YOU HAVE
READ THIS MANUAL AND RECEIVED THE PROPER
TRAINING ACCORDING TO ANSI STANDARD A 10.3-1995.
PRIOR TO OPERATING THE P3500 TOOL, STUDY THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND DEVELOP A THOROUGH
UNDERSTANDING OF THE CONTENTS.
PROPER TRAINING ACCORDING TO THE CURRENT ANSI STANDARD A 10.3, SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR POWDER
ACTUATED FASTENING SYSTEMS MUST BE COMPLETED AND A POWERS FASTENERS QUALIFIED OPERATOR CARD
MUST BE OBTAINED PRIOR TO OPERATION OF THE TOOL. STATE, LOCAL, OR OTHER REGULATIONS SHOULD ALSO BE
FOLLOWED. LAWS, REGULATIONS, AND STANDARDS REGARDING THE USE OF POWDER ACTUATED TOOLS MAY
PERIODICALLY BE REVISED. ANY SUCH REVISIONS MAY CHANGE THE SAFETY AND OPERATING PROCEDURES
DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL. POWERS FASTENERS, INC. IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY SUCH REVISIONS WHICH
OCCUR AFTER PUBLICATION OF THIS MANUAL. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER TO MAINTAIN FAMILIARITY
WITH THE CURRENT LAWS, REGULATIONS, AND STANDARDS THAT APPLY TO THE POWDER ACTUATED TOOL.
NEVER CLOSE TOOL WITH ANY PART OF HAND OVER MUZZLE END.
OPERATORS AND BYSTANDERS MUST WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION.
ALWAYS ASSUME TOOL IS LOADED. DO NOT PLACE A FINGER ON THE TRIGGER OF LOADED TOOL UNTIL MUZZLE
END IS AGAINST WORK SURFACE AND YOU ARE READY TO MAKE A FASTENING. NEVER PLACE YOUR HAND OVER
THE MUZZLE WITH A POWDER LOAD IN THE TOOL. IF THE TOOL ACCIDENTALLY DISCHARGES THE PISTON OR
FASTENER MAY PENETRATE YOUR HAND RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY.
IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT THE OPERATOR OF THIS TOOL COMPLETELY READS AND UNDERSTANDS THE ENTIRE
TOOL MANUAL AND COMPLETES THE OPERATOR'S EXAM ON THE LAST PAGE. THE WARRANTY WILL NOT BE VALID
UNTIL THE TEST IS RECEIVED, WITH A COPY OF YOUR RECEIPT,
AND REVIEWED BY POWERS FASTENERS, INC.
CAT. NO.52000/Deluxe Kit
52001/Blister Pack

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  • Page 1: Operating Instruction

    TRAINING ACCORDING TO ANSI STANDARD A 10.3-1995. WARNING WARNING! PRIOR TO OPERATING THE P3500 TOOL, STUDY THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND DEVELOP A THOROUGH UNDERSTANDING OF THE CONTENTS. PROPER TRAINING ACCORDING TO THE CURRENT ANSI STANDARD A 10.3, SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR POWDER ACTUATED FASTENING SYSTEMS MUST BE COMPLETED AND A POWERS FASTENERS QUALIFIED OPERATOR CARD MUST BE OBTAINED PRIOR TO OPERATION OF THE TOOL.

  • Page 2: Warranty

    1/2" to 3" pin lengths, .27 caliber TOOL DESCRIPTION The P3500™ is a low velocity, semi-automatic .27 caliber tool which can be used to install .300 head drive pins, 8mm head drive pins and 1/4"-20 threaded studs, up to 3" in total length. The P3500™...
  • Page 3 The driving action causes tremendous forces to be applied to the fastener. Powers powder actuated fasteners are specially designed and manufactured using an austempering process to withstand the forces imposed during the driving operation.
  • Page 4 MODEL P3500 CAT. NO.52000/Deluxe Kit 52001/Blister Pack Generally, the performance of the fastener in a given concrete strength will increase with greater embedment depths in a certain range. Depending on the fastener style and base material strength, embedment depths range from 5/8” to 1-1/2”. For depths greater than this range, there is the possibility of fastener bending or fishhooking which may decrease expected load capacities and create a safety hazard.
  • Page 5 MODEL P3500 CAT. NO.52000/Deluxe Kit 52001/Blister Pack Use of a powder actuated system is not recommended if the following occurs during the center punch test: 1. The fastener point has been blunted. This indicates that the base material is too hard.
  • Page 6 MODEL P3500 CAT. NO.52000/Deluxe Kit 52001/Blister Pack INSTALLATION IN STEEL The following guidelines are based on the installation of a fastener in ASTM A 36 structural steel with the point fully penetrating the steel member. Recommended steel material thickness ranges from a minimum of 1/8" to a maximum of 3/8". For use in higher strength structural steel, applications where the point does not penetrate the steel member, or a thickness of steel greater than 3/8", job site performance tests are recommended.
  • Page 7 MODEL P3500 CAT. NO.52000/Deluxe Kit 52001/Blister Pack Powder Load Selection Guide .27 CALIBER SAFETY STRIP ® .300 HEAD DIAMETER DRIVE PINS WITH 7/8" WASHER CAT. POWER LOAD STD. STD. MASTER WT./ CAT. STD. STD. HEAD SHANK WT./ LEVEL COLOR SIZE CTN.

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    Use a spall guard wherever possible. This will limit 3. Never modify or fabricate parts for use in your Powers the possibility of fastener ricochet which could cause tool. Use only Powers fasteners, loads, and tool parts.
  • Page 9 HANDLING THE TOOL AND POWDER LOADS times. Tag the tool and lock it up. Call your Powers 1. Never leave a loaded tool unattended. Once the tool Fasteners representative for proper assistance.

  • Page 10: Tool Operation

    A jammed tool must be pointed in a safe direction at all times. Tag the tool and lock it up. Call your Powers Fasteners representative for proper assistance.
  • Page 11 Your Powers Fasteners Authorized representative should be asked to assist the first time you disassemble and clean your tool. If you ever have any trouble reassembling the tool, or have any doubt about worn parts, call your Powers Fasteners Authorized Powder Distributor.

  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    MODEL P3500 CAT. NO.52000/Deluxe Kit 52001/Blister Pack Troubleshooting ALWAYS CHECK INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR PROPER ASSEMBLY OF PARTS PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Fastener Overdriving Power level too high / Pin too short Use a lower powder load level number or a longer pin...
  • Page 13 Remove and replace piston Broken or damaged parts Tag tool with warning "Defective - Do Not Use" place in locked container and contact your Powers Fasteners Authorized representative for service Piston stuck in the forward Piston has been overdriven and is...
  • Page 14 MODEL P3500 CAT. NO.52000/Deluxe Kit 52001/Blister Pack REPLACING OR REPAIRING THE PISTON The piston is an expendable part and must be replaced periodically. Typical signs of a worn out piston are: breaking, bending or mushrooming. Prior to servicing the tool make sure there is no powder load in the tool. Use caution and do not lose or damage any tool parts.
  • Page 15 False fastening into a spalled area 13 Piston overdrive is caused by overpowering of • If a piston buffer for the P3500 becomes fastening through a the tool or by discharging the tool against a deformed, simply remove it, and use the tool pre-existing hole soft surface.
  • Page 16 THE P3500 TOOL IS WARRANTED FOR 5 YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. I certify that I have read and understand the P3500 Tool Operating Instruction Manual and have taken the Operator’s exam. I understand the importance of following all safety procedures and that failure to read, comprehend, and follow the detailed rules and warnings regarding the safe operation of powder actuated tools can result in serious injury or death to the tool operator or bystanders.
  • Page 17 Het onderstaande is een samenvatting van de veiligheidsmaatregelen die gevolgd moeten worden bij het gebruik van een Powers Fasteners schiethamer. Het ingebrekeblijven kan leiden tot ernstige verwondingen of zelfs dood van gebruiker of omstanders.
  • Page 18 Gebruiksaanwijzing Powers P3500 schiethamer 6. De schiethamer moet niet gesloten worden door de neus tegen het werk oppervlak te drukken. Het sluiten moet handmatig gebeuren, met de palm naar de loop gericht om letsel te voorkomen 7. Gebruik de schiethamer altijd loodrecht op het oppervlak. Gebruik de rubberen kap om het risico van wegspattend materiaal te verminderen.

  • Page 19: Schiethamer Gebruik

    Een geblokkeerde schiethamer moet altijd in een veilige richting wijzen. Markeer de schiethamer en neem contact op met uw Powers Fasteners vertegenwoordiger voor assistentie. Schiethamer gebruik...
  • Page 20 Opmerking: Probeer niet een beschadigde of geblokkeerde schiethamer te ontladen omdat onjuist handelen kan leiden tot afgaan van een lading. Dit kan gebruiker en omstanders verwonden. Label een beschadigde of geblokkeerde schiethamer. Neem contact op met uw Powers vertegenwoordiger voor juiste ondersteuning.
  • Page 21 Gebruiksaanwijzing Powers P3500 schiethamer Storingen en oplossingen Probleem Mogelijke oorzaak Mogelijke oplossing Gebruik een minder sterke lading of Te sterke lading een langere nagel Bevestiging te diep Te korte nagel Controleer de geschiktheid van het Zacht materiaal nageltype Zie 'neusdeel niet volledig in te...

  • Page 22: Onderhoud En Schoonmaken

    Herhaal dit verschillende malen en stel vast dat alle onderdelen vrij functioneren voordat de schiethamer gebruikt wordt voor bevestigingen. Uw Powers vertegenwoordiger moet gevraagd worden aanwezig te zijn als u de schiethamer voor de eerste keer uit elkaar haalt om deze schoon te maken. Indien U ooit moeilijkheden heeft bij de schiethamer in elkaar te zetten, of als u twijfelt over versleten onderdelen, neem dan contact op met uw Powers distributeur.

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