1.1.2 Requirements to be met by users quality. a) The tool is intended for professional use. Use of cartridges of inferior quality in Hilti tools may lead b) The tool may be operated, serviced and repaired to a build-up of unburned powder, which may explode only by authorized, trained personnel.
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Use the fasteners only within the recommended repaired or replaced properly at a Hilti service temperature range. Always observe the inform- center unless otherwise indicated in the operat- ation given in the operating instructions. Plastic ing instructions.
Make a note of equipment or other property. this data in your operating instructions and always refer to it when making an enquiry to your Hilti representative NOTE or service department. Draws attention to an instruction or other useful informa- tion.
The tool may not be used in an explosive or flammable atmosphere unless it has been approved for use under these conditions. To reduce the risk of injury use only genuine Hilti fasteners, cartridges, accessories and spare parts or those of equivalent quality.
4 Accessories, consumables NOTE For information about further accessories and fasteners for use with the tool, please contact your local Hilti representative. Accessories and cleaning set Designation Cleaning set Hilti spray Spare parts pack Operating instructions Additional base plate Standard accessories...
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 min.
WARNING WARNING Never drive fasteners into existing holes unless this Always observe the safety rules listed in the operating is recommended by Hilti (e.g. DX‑Kwik). instructions. CAUTION Press the tool against the working surface at right If the tool has overheated, allow it to cool down. Do angles.
When this type of tool is used under normal operating parts of the tool. This may lead to malfunctions. Use conditions, dirt and residues build up inside the tool and only Hilti lubricant spray or a product of comparable functionally relevant parts are also subject to wear. Reg- quality.
NOTE Spray the cleaned parts lightly with the Hilti lubricant Never use a worn or damaged piston and do not tamper spray supplied. Use only Hilti lubricant spray or a product with or modify the piston. of comparable quality. 9.3.7 Assembling the tool 12...
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See section: 9.3.2 Checking the pis- ton for wear The tool is damaged. If the problem persists, contact your local Hilti Center. Misfire: Less than normal The piston was in the wrong position. Remove the cartridge strip and cycle sound. The fastener is only the tool.
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See section: 9.3 Servicing the tool If the tool cannot be disassembled, contact your local Hilti Center. The cartridge strip melts. The tool is pressed against the work- Fire the tool sooner after pressing it ing surface for too long before firing.
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Fault Possible cause Remedy The nail bends. Hard surface (steel, concrete) Use a more powerful cartridge. Hard and/or large aggregates in the Use a more powerful cartridge. concrete. Use the DX 460 with DX-Kwik (pre- drilling). A rebar is located just below the con- Use a shorter nail.
Use a nail with a washer. 11 Disposal Most of the materials from which Hilti tools or appliances are manufactured can be recycled. The materials must be correctly separated before they can be recycled. In many countries, Hilti has already made arrangements for taking back old tools and appliances for recycling.
The following applies to C.I.P. member states outside the thus guarantees compliance with the approved type. EU and EFTA judicial area: The Hilti DX 2 has been system Unacceptable defects or deficiencies, etc. determined and type tested. As a result, the tool bears the rectangular during use of the tool must be reported to the person PTB approval mark showing approval number S 830.
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Variations in operating conditions may cause deviations from these emission values. 15.2 Vibration Further information about user health and safety can be found at www.hilti.com/hse. Total vibration in accordance with 2006/42/EC does not exceed 2.5 m/s².