Hilti DX 2 Operating Instructions Manual page 17

Fault
A cartridge doesn't fire.
en
The cartridge strip melts.
A cartridge detaches itself from
the cartridge strip.
The piston gets stuck in the
base material / fastener is
driven too deeply.
The fastener is not driven
deeply enough.
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Possible cause
Bad cartridge.
The tool needs to be cleaned.
The tool is pressed against the work-
ing surface for too long before firing.
The fastener driving rate is too high.
The fastener driving rate is too high.
The fastener is too short.
The fastener has no washer.
Driving power is too high.
The fastener is too long.
Driving power is too low.
Remedy
Pull the cartridge strip through to the
next cartridge.
Service the tool
WARNING
Check that the correct cartridges are
used and that they are in faultless
condition.
See section: 9.3 Servicing the tool
If the tool cannot be disassembled,
contact your local Hilti Center.
Fire the tool sooner after pressing it
against the working surface.
Remove the cartridge strip.
Stop using the tool immediately.
Remove the cartridge strip and allow
the tool to cool.
WARNING
Never attempt to pry a cartridge from
the magazine strip or tool.
Clean the tool and remove any loose
cartridges.
If the tool cannot be disassembled
contact your local Hilti Center.
Stop using the tool immediately.
Remove the cartridge strip and allow
the tool to cool.
WARNING
Never attempt to pry a cartridge from
the magazine strip or tool.
Clean the tool and remove any loose
cartridges.
If the tool cannot be disassembled
contact your local Hilti Center.
Use a longer fastener.
Use a fastener with washer for applic-
ations on wood.
Use a less powerful cartridge.
Use a shorter fastener.
NOTE
Observe the min. fastener driving
depth requirements. Obtain a copy
of the Fastening Technology Manual
from your local Hilti Center.
Use a more powerful cartridge.