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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Damaged guards, safety devices and other parts must be repaired or replaced properly at a Hilti service a) Select the correct combination of fastener guide, center unless otherwise indicated in the operat- piston and fastener.
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 avoid the risk of injury use only genuine Hilti fasteners, cartridges, accessories and spare parts or those of equivalent quality.
6.8/11 M red heavy 4 Accessories, consumables NOTE For information about further accessories and fasteners for use with the tool, please contact your local Hilti representative. Safety accessories and cleaning set Designation Cleaning set Hilti spray Spring clip spare parts pack...
7 Guidelines 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.
= 100 mm (4") 7.1.2 Depth of penetration NOTE Examples and specific information can be found in the Hilti Fastening Technology Manual. Nail lengths for steel Depth of penetration: 12 ± 2 mm (½" ± ¹⁄₁₆") Nail lengths for concrete Depth of penetration: 22 mm (max.
WARNING wheel. If necessary, use a more powerful cartridge. Never drive fasteners into existing holes unless this is recommended by Hilti (e.g. DX‑Kwik). 8.4 Driving a fastener 5 DANGER CAUTION Always observe the safety rules listed in the operating Do not exceed the recommended fastener driving rate (number of fasteners driven per hour).
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9.3.6 Lubrication remove or the cycling action becomes increasingly stiff. Spray the cleaned parts lightly with the Hilti lubricant spray supplied. Use only Hilti lubricant spray or a product 9.3.1 Disassembling the tool 8 of comparable quality. CAUTION Forcing the spring clip into place may cause it to jump off 9.3.7 Assembling the tool 13...
Tool jams. The tool needs to be cleaned. Clean the tool. The piston is damaged. Check the piston (see 9.3.2) and re- place it if necessary. The tool is damaged. If the problem persists, contact your local Hilti Center.
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The tool needs to be cleaned. Servicing 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.
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Clean the tool and remove any loose cartridges. If the tool cannot be disassembled contact your local Hilti Center. A cartridge detaches itself from The fastener driving rate is too high. Stop using the tool immediately. the cartridge strip.
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Fault Possible cause Remedy The nail bends. Hard surface (steel, concrete) Increase driving power (adjust power regulating wheel). Hard and/or large aggregates in the Use a more powerful cartridge. concrete. Use the DX-Kwik method (predrilling). 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 proved type. Unacceptable defects or deficiencies, etc. the EU and EFTA judicial area: The Hilti DX 36 has been determined during use of the tool must be reported to the system and type tested. As a result, the tool bears the...
15 Health and safety of the operator 15.1 Noise information Powder-actuated fastening tool Type DX 36 Model Series Caliber 6.8/11 yellow Power regulation Application Fastening 20 mm laminated wood to concrete (C40) with the X-U47 P8 Declared measured values of noise characteristics according to 2006/42/EC Machinery Directive in conjunction...
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