Description - Hilti DX 76-PTR Mode D'emploi

1.2 Explanation of the pictograms and other
information
Warning signs
en
General Warning:
warning explosive
substances
Obligation signs
Wear eye Wear a hard
protection

2. Description

2.1 Use of the product as directed
The tool is intended for use in the construction industry and associated trades for driving fasteners into steel.
The tool is for hand-held use only.
Modification of the tool is not permissible.
The tool may not be used in an explosive or flammable atmosphere unless it has been approved for use under
these conditions.
To avoid the risk of injury use only genuine Hilti fasteners, cartridges, accessories and spare parts or those of
equivalent quality.
Observe the information printed in the operating instructions concerning operation, care and maintenance.
The tool and its ancillary equipment may present hazards when used incorrectly by untrained personnel or
when used not as directed.
The tool may be operated, serviced and repaired only by trained personnel. This personnel must be informed
of any special hazards that may be encountered.
As with all powder-actuated fastening tools, the tool, magazine, cartridges and fasteners form a technical unit.
This means that trouble-free fastening with this system can be assured only if the Hilti fasteners and cartridges
specially manufactured for it, or products of equivalent quality, are used. The fastening and application
recommendations given by Hilti apply only when these conditions are observed.
For optimum results and maximum reliability we recommend use of Hilti cartridges or products of equivalent
quality.
The following also applies in EU and EFTA countries: To ensure safe used in this tool, the cartridges must
comply with the requirements of the applicable C.I.P. tests (source: Comprehensive edition of adopted C.I.P.
decisions, Liège, Belgium, 2005) as well as the cartridge tests described at www.hilti.com/cartridgetest.
The tool features a 5-way safety system for the safety of the user and all bystanders.
2.2 Piston principle with piston brake
The energy from the propellant charge is transferred to a piston, the accelerated mass of which drives the
fastener into the base material. Due to use of this piston principle, the tool is classified as a "low velocity
tool". Approximately 95 % of kinetic energy is taken up by the piston when the tool is fired. As the piston is
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Printed: 07.07.2013 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5069850 / 000 / 00
Warning: hot
surface
Wear ear
hat protection
Symbols
Read the
operating
instructions
before use
Location of identification data on the tool
The type designation and serial number can be found
on the type identification plate on the tool. Make a
note of this data in your operating instructions and
always refer to it when making an enquiry to your
Hilti representative or service department.
Wear
Type:
protective
gloves
Serial no.: