Safety Precautions - Hilti DX 76 Operating Instructions Manual

5. Safety precautions

5.1 Basic safety instructions
In addition to the safety precautions listed in the indi-
vidual sections of these operating instructions, the fol-
lowing points must be strictly observed at all times.
5.2 Use of the tool as directed
The tool is intended for use in the construction indus-
try and associated trades for driving fasteners of vari-
ous types (nails, threaded studs and composite fasten-
ers), mainly into steel but also into concrete.
5.3 Misuse of the tool
Manipulation or modification of the tool is not per-
missible.
Use of the tool in an explosive or inflammable atmos-
phere is not permissible.
To avoid the risk of injury, use only genuine Hilti fas-
teners, cartridges, accessories and spare parts or
those of equivalent quality.
Observe the information printed in the operating instruc-
tions concerning operation, care and maintenance.
Never point the tool at yourself or at any bystander.
Never press the nosepiece of the tool against your
hand or other part of your body (or other person's
hand or parts of their body).
Never attempt to drive fasteners into materials such
as glass, marble, plastic, bronze, brass, copper, rock,
insulation material, hollow brick, ceramic brick, thin
sheet metal (< 3 mm) cast iron or cellular concrete.
The tool and its ancillary equipment may present haz-
ards when used incorrectly by untrained personnel or
not as directed.
Pull the trigger only when the nosepiece of the tool is
in contact with the base material.
Never attempt to redrive a fastener. This may cause
the fastener to break or shatter.
Never attempt to drive a fastener in an existing hole
except where this is recommended by Hilti (e.g. DX-
Kwik applications).
Always observe the application guidelines.
5.4 State-of-the-art technology
The tool is designed and built using state-of-the-art
technology.
The tool and its ancillary equipment may present haz-
ards when used incorrectly by untrained personnel or
not as directed.
5.5 Take the necessary precautions at the
workplace
Ensure that the working area is well lit.
The tool is for hand-held use only.
Keep other persons, children in particular, away from
the working area.
Before driving fasteners, check that no one is present
immediately behind or below the work surface.
Keep the workplace tidy. Objects which could cause
injury should be rem oved from the working area.
Untidiness at the workplace can lead to accidents.
Keep the grips of the tool clean, dry and free form oil
and grease.
5.6 General safety precautions
Use the right tool for the job. Do not use the tool for
purposes for which it was not intended. Use the tool
only as directed and when it is in faultless condition.
Use the spall guard when the application permits.
Press the tool against the work surface at right angles.
Never leave a loaded tool unattended.
Always remove all cartridges and fasteners from the
tool before carrying out cleaning, servicing or main-
tenance and before storing the tool.
Never pull the magazine back with the hand. Under
certain circumstances, this could cock the tool, mak-
ing it ready to fire. When the tool is ready to fire, a fas-
tener could be driven inadvertently into a part of the
body.
When not in use, the tool must be unloaded and stored
in a dry place where it is locked up or out of reach of
children.
Check that moving parts function correctly without
sticking and that no parts are damaged. All parts must
be fitted correctly and fulfill all conditions necessary
for correct operation of the tool.
Check the tool for possible damage. Protective devices
and any parts that may have suffered slight damage
should be checked for correct operation and func-
tionality before further use. Damaged safety devices
or other damaged parts must be replaced or repaired
properly by an authorized repair workshop unless oth-
erwise indicated in the operating instructions.
Always hold the tool securely and at right angles to
the working surface. This will reduce the risk of the
fastener being deflected by the working surface.
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