Pearl GTL

Project
LINDE ENGINEERING

Shell Project No: HP-3000-QAT

Project Document Number: T- 4.250.954

Purchase Order Number:

2MH127

Tag/Item Number(s):

N/A

Unit(s):

ASU

PCWBS:

Contractor Project No :
Project Rev.: A

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5887

QATAR SHELL GTL PROJECT (PEARL)

C2 AIR SEPARATION UNITS CONSTRUCTION

26.07.08

Company Comments Incorporated

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CCI

20.07.08

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attached)

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CCI

15.07.08

Company Comments Incorporated

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28.05.08

Company Comments Incorporated

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Description

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Rev.
No.

Project
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No.

Prepared Checked Approved

By
By
By
ORIGINATOR

Status

Document Title:

METHOD STATEMENT UTILIZATION OF HILTI DX 76

LINDE ENGINEERING AG
Document No.

Contractor

LOC470
Gama Qatar Co. W. L. L.

GAM

MTS

MEC

GTL

013

Org.
Code

Doc.
Type

Disc.
Code

Geogr.
Area

Seq.
No

Rev.
No

Project Document Number: T- 4.250.954

Vendor Code

Rev No: A

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Doc. Title

GAM-MTS-MEC-GTL-013
METHOD STATEMENT UTILIZATION OF HILTI DX 76

Date

26 July 2008, Rev. G

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1

PURPOSE ______________________________________________________________________ 5

SCOPE _________________________________________________________________________ 5

HSSE __________________________________________________________________________ 5

DEFINITIONS ___________________________________________________________________ 6

REFERENCES __________________________________________________________________ 6

RESOURCES ___________________________________________________________________ 7
6.1

RESPONSIBILITIES ________________________________________________________________ 7
SITE MANAGER_________________________________________________________________________ 7
MECHANICAL ERECTION MANAGER _____________________________________________________ 7
LOGISTICS MANAGER __________________________________________________________________ 7
SITE ENGINEER ________________________________________________________________________ 7
SITE SUPERVISOR (SS) _________________________________________________________________ 7
ARTISANS ______________________________________________________________________________ 8
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES ______________________________________________________________ 8
QA/QC OFFICER / INSPECTOR ___________________________________________________________ 9

6.1.1
6.1.2
6.1.3
6.1.4
6.1.5
6.1.6
6.1.7
6.1.8

6.2

EQUIPMENT & MANPOWER ________________________________________________________ 9

Equipment (tools and accessories) _________________________________________________________ 9
Manpower ______________________________________________________________________________ 9

6.2.1
6.2.2

METHOD OF EXECUTION_______________________________________________________ 10
7.1

General ___________________________________________________________________________ 10

7.2

Description and Safety Features _______________________________________________________ 10

Piston Principle _________________________________________________________________________ 10
Operation and safety precautions _________________________________________________________ 10
Fastening details ________________________________________________________________________ 11

7.2.1
7.2.2
7.2.3

QUALITY ASSURANCE _________________________________________________________ 15

ATTACHMENTS________________________________________________________________ 15
9.1

Job Safety Analysis__________________________________________________________________ 15

9.2

Operators Training Certificates _______________________________________________________ 15

9.3

Fandeck Plate Drawings _____________________________________________________________ 15

9.4

Operating Instruction _______________________________________________________________ 15

9.5

Format of Permit to Use of Powder Actuated Tool _______________________________________ 15

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GAM-MTS-MEC-GTL-013
METHOD STATEMENT UTILIZATION OF HILTI DX 76

Date

26 July 2008, Rev. G

1 PURPOSE
This document describes the methods proposed to be used for the Safe & Erection Operations that
will be carried out as part of ASU Construction Works of Qatar Shell GTL Plant (Pearl) in Ras Laffan
Industrial City (RLIC) of Qatar including similar works in TSF Area.
Provide guidance to users on the safe use of this tool
It is also to ensure that the tool are manufactured to a recognized standard, operated, inspected and
maintained in safe operating conditions

2 SCOPE
This method statement identifies the general steps, descriptions and precautions for the utilization of
the special tool required for works of ACC at the following site; FD at C2 area.
The special tool describe in this method statement is HILTI DX 76.
Since the sites are identical to FD; this will also apply to other sites as FC, FB, FA, GA, GB, GC, &
GD areas at C2.
This method also include instructions how to fix the plates to the steel structures using Hilti fasteners
for the following area at the ACC
Checkered plates at perimeter walkways between the bundles and the wind walls at axis AA and AE
Plates around the fan stack at the fan deck level

3 HSSE
All works shall be in compliance with the State of Qatar laws and regulations, Ras Laffan Industrial
City and International standards/codes, and Company and Contractor requirements and instructions.
All personnel will go through Gama, Linde and Company Safety Induction courses as well as other
trainings as identified by their supervisor. Please see Document Number GTL-GM-001-A-5635 for
details.
A Job Safety Analysis (JSA) specific for this work including a Risk Assessment is prepared as per
Gama procedure GTL-GM-001-A-5626 and is attached herein. Such JSA addresses the hazards
associated with each task within the scope of this Method Statement and introduces the controls that
will be implemented to reduce the associated risks to acceptable levels. The JSA will be used by the
Site Supervisor as the basis of his TSTI and Toolbox Talks.
All personnel will have PPE required for their specific tasks in addition to the minimum PPE
(coveralls, safety goggles, safety shoes, high-visibility vests, gloves, safety helmets and lanyard) at
site at all times as required. In this case hearing protection may be required.
In the event of a release, fire or explosion, employees will secure their area and evacuate to the
nearest muster point. Once all employees are evacuated the supervisor will conduct a headcount to
verify all employees are out of danger. The supervision will report this to Contractor Emergency
Contact numbers for Company, Contractor and Gama will be posted onsite.
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GAM-MTS-MEC-GTL-013
METHOD STATEMENT UTILIZATION OF HILTI DX 76

Date

26 July 2008, Rev. G

Tools and accessories used for the subject work will be inspected and certified as required.
Operators will be competent and will have attended all required trainings set forth in the project
procedures and specifications.

4 DEFINITIONS
Company

QSGTL and/or its PMC

Contractor or Linde

Linde Engineering AG

Subcontractor or Gama

Gama Qatar Co. W. L. L.

Contract

QSGTL Pearl Project C2 ASU Construction Works (2MH127)

ASU

Air Separation Unit

ACC

Air Cooled Condenser

HILTI DX 76

The tool to be used during construction works at C2 and the

main concern of this Procedure

C2

Construction Site

QCP

Quality Control Procedure

ITP

Inspection and Test Plan

QA/QC

Quality Assurance / Quality Control

HSSE

Health, Safety, Security and Environmental

JSA

Job Safety Analysis

PTW

Permit To Work

RA

Risk Assessment

TSTI

Total Safety and Task Information

FSI

Flawless Start-up Initiative

5 REFERENCES
T-4.121.350

ACC Construction Manual

T-4.149.204

General Layout Plan ASU

5887-ON-PR-HM-027

Small Tools and Equipment-Inspection and Safe Use

T-4.129.865

Portable Power Tools

T-4.207.388

Checkered Plate

T-4.207.389

Fandeck Plate 1

T-4.207.390

Fandeck Plate 2

T-4.207.391

Fandeck Plate 2

T-4.207.395

(ASM) Checkered Plate

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GAM-MTS-MEC-GTL-013
METHOD STATEMENT UTILIZATION OF HILTI DX 76

Date

26 July 2008, Rev. G

6 RESOURCES
6.1

RESPONSIBILITIES

6.1.1

SITE MANAGER

The SITE MANAGER will provide inputs to the project execution plan to ensure that strategies &
philosophy of the project are properly addressed.
6.1.2

MECHANICAL ERECTION MANAGER

The MECHANICAL ERECTION MANAGER is responsible for the overall management of the
Project Construction team to ensure that safe and effective operations are conducted and properly
documented.
6.1.3

LOGISTICS MANAGER

The LOGISTIC MANAGER will be responsible for the overall management of the issues, proper
storage and withdrawals of the Hilti Tool, Cartridges & fasteners.
6.1.4

SITE ENGINEER

The SITE ENGINEER will be overall responsible for safe execution of the whole job including:

Confirming the installation location from schedule of approved construction drawings.

Organizing of equipment and tools needed for the job.

Assigning skilled personnel for the job.

Sequence of activities to be carried out for the work as per this method of statement.

Conduct inspection and surveillance.

Notify to Contractor engineer for inspection as applicable.

Ensure that all Contractor and Company regulations are followed.

Ensure that all personnel involved are in safe working condition at all times.

6.1.5

SITE SUPERVISOR (SS)

The SITE SUPERVISOR will be responsible for safe execution of the following activities:

Conduct TSTI with the concerned work force prior to start of work.

Ensure that relevant work permits for the job are obtained prior to start of work.

Conduct daily toolbox talks for the entire work force prior to start day work.

Assigning a competent work crew for specific activities, details of activities and task
information will be given to the work crew.

Organizing tools and equipment needed to the work site.

Inspection and supervision of work.

Ensure that all Contractor and Company safety regulations are followed as applicable.

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6.1.6

Doc. Title

GAM-MTS-MEC-GTL-013
METHOD STATEMENT UTILIZATION OF HILTI DX 76

Date

26 July 2008, Rev. G

ARTISANS

Group of skilled and semi skilled workers who will be responsible for the execution of works and
other jobs related to the completion of construction of ACC at C2 FD area.
6.1.7

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Only operators trained by the manufacturer will be authorized to use the tool. Authorized
personnel's list & Certificates will be submitted to the Contractor prior execution of works.
The following had attended the actual training for the use of the special tool and as follows:
o

Mehmet Kartal # 71859 Steel Erector Team Leader

Mikail Guney # 46938 Steel Erector

Aljun Procorato # 90635 Steel Erector Team Leader

Noel Entero # 90689 Steel Erector

Gilberto Rule # 90689 Steel Erector

Ronald Butaslac # 90636 Steel Erector

Raja Kulandaivelu # 90651 Site Engineer

Bilal Ozdurakoglu # 46988 Steel Structure Foreman

Authorized and responsible person nominated by GAMA will be Mr. Bilal Ozdurakoglu and
will be the sole person to withdraw the cartridges, the tool/s & accessories.

During the leave or absence of the authorized personnel, second nominated personnel will be
Mr. Mehmet Kartal

A register to be in place at the stores/warehouse to log in the details of the withdrawals of

materials and to be signed by the responsible person assigned for this work.

Storage/handling to be done with safe keeping of the tools, cartridges and accessories. 2
keys to be maintained; one with GAMA Logistics Department and the other key with LINDE
Logistics Department. Stores will be locked at all times, keep dry, clean, free from grit and
exposed iron, free from other chemicals and away from flammable hazardous areas. Stores
will be marked with appropriate safety signs including a No Smoking sign.

Should permit for the use of explosive goods is required, Gama will secure permit to the local
government as prescribed

A work permit for the use of the powder actuated tool will be device specifying the activity
details, responsible person/s and approval from the Contractor and its HSSE. Please see
attachment.

Proper housekeeping to be done for the cartridges and tool; separate boxes are required

Repair and maintenance will be carried out only by competent person who have adequate
knowledge of this tool or trained by the manufacturer. No modification and alteration of parts
will be allowed

It is the responsibility of the holder or user to ensure the integrity of the tool is properly
maintained by making regular visual inspection, and formal quarterly inspection of the tool
and associated color coding

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GAM-MTS-MEC-GTL-013
METHOD STATEMENT UTILIZATION OF HILTI DX 76

Date

26 July 2008, Rev. G

The tool will be tested each day before loading to ensure safety devices are in proper working
condition. The method of testing will be with manufacturers recommended procedure. Tools
shall not be loaded until just prior to the intended firing time

Any tool not in proper working order, or develop defect during use shall be immediately
removed from service until repaired by competent qualified person

In case of misfire, the operator will hold the tool in 30 seconds in operating position, and
proceed with the next shot. Misfired cartridges will be turned in with the tool and subsequently
turned over to the HSSE department or designated person for proper disposal.

Aside from the regular PPE, ear protection devices and face shield will be required

Take precautions for the safety of persons in the immediate vicinity. Do not fire the tool until
sure that there is no one behind the surface in case of accidental penetration

6.1.8

QA/QC OFFICER / INSPECTOR

The QA/QC OFFICER /INSPECTOR will be responsible for:

Assurance of approved methods and materials are being used and conformance of the
specifications.

Stage inspections and surveillance in accordance with ITP and assurance of quality of work
as per specification and erection procedures.

Incoming material inspection and review of test certificates.

6.2

EQUIPMENT & MANPOWER

Tool will be inspected and approved by the Contractor, when required all personnel will be
inducted and trained before and during utilizing.

6.2.1

Equipment (tools and accessories)

HILTI DX 76

Related fasteners

Cartridges

6.2.2

Manpower

Management

Site Engineer

Foreman

HSSE personnel

Mechanical fitters

Artisans

Fire watchers

Associated vendors

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GAM-MTS-MEC-GTL-013
METHOD STATEMENT UTILIZATION OF HILTI DX 76

Date

26 July 2008, Rev. G

7 METHOD OF EXECUTION
7.1

General

This chapter explains the importance of knowing pertinent data of the tool to be used for the
installation of floorings, walkways and other related safety amenities at C2 FD.

The application will also covers the other sites i.e. FC, FB, FA, etc. of the ACC

Refer to document T-4.121.350 for related description of works to be undertaken.

The tool refers to Hilti DX 76

It is essential that operating instructions are read and comprehended before the tool is
operated for the first time and during the duration of installation period.

It is also essential to know where the fasteners and its combination will be applied in the ACC.

Emphasis will be given on the safety features of the tool.

Procedures on the installation of plates using the special tool are also described herein.

This is also established in order to assure that all works are carried out without flaws before
execution of works and start up.

7.2

Description and Safety Features

7.2.1

Piston Principle

o Piston principle: the energy from the propellant is transferred to the piston, accelerated mass
of which drives the fastener into the base material. Due to use of this principle, the tool is
classified as "low velocity tool". Approximately 95% of kinetic energy is taken up by the piston
when the tool is fired. As the piston is always stopped as it reaches the end of its travel,
excess energy is absorbed by the tool. Accordingly, when the tool is used correctly,
dangerous through-shots with a fasteners exit velocity in excess of 100 m/sec therefore
become virtually impossible.
o Drop-firing safety device: the drop-firing safety device is the result of coupling the firing
mechanism with the cocking movement. This prevents the tool from firing when dropped onto
a hard surface, no matter at which angle the impact occurs.
o Trigger safety device: the trigger safety device ensures that the fastener cannot be driven
simply by pulling the trigger only. The tool must be pressed against a firm surface before a
fastener can be released.
o Contact pressure safety device: the tool can be fired when pressed fully against a firm surface
with a force of 50 N
o Unintentional firing safety device: the tool is equipped with an unintentional firing safety
device. This prevents the tool from firing if the trigger is first pulled and the tool is pressed
against the work surface. The tool can be fired only when it is pressed correctly against the
work surface and the trigger subsequently pulled.
7.2.2

Operation and safety precautions

o The tool is powder actuated fastening with magazine and for hand held only
o It is completely independent from external power sources
o It is a "low velocity tool" due to Hilti proven piston principle as explained in 7.2.1
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METHOD STATEMENT UTILIZATION OF HILTI DX 76

Date

26 July 2008, Rev. G

o The tool is intended for the use in the construction industry and associated trades for driving
fasteners of various types (nail, threaded studs and composite fasteners) mainly into steel. In
our case; flooring sheets and checkered plates will be fastened to the steel structures to form
walkways and safe access for people to work at the ACC.
o The tool and its ancillary equipment may present hazards when incorrectly used by untrained
personnel or not as directed; hence the consequences will be analyzed thoroughly.
o To operate: press the tool against the work surface at right angle and squeeze the trigger.
Driving the next fastener, push the cycling grip back toward the rear of the tool and then
forward position, and so onTool is equipped with power regulation from 1 to 4 (minimum to
maximum), adjustment control of the penetration will be done as required.
o Maintenance will be carried out only by people with sufficient knowledge of the tool or its
manufacturer/vendor
o When not in use, store in a dry place and locked up
7.2.3
o

Fastening details
Installation Procedure
Pre drilled plates will be laid out and aligned on top of the sub structures.

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METHOD STATEMENT UTILIZATION OF HILTI DX 76

Date

26 July 2008, Rev. G

Place fastener X-CRM or X-EM (threaded studs) through the pre drilled holes of the
plates

Place the tool fastener guide on top of the fastener at right angle, then squeeze the trigger

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METHOD STATEMENT UTILIZATION OF HILTI DX 76

Date

26 July 2008, Rev. G

Place the fastening disc or nut and hand tight

Apply torque 5 8 Nm with torque wrench; and paint red indicating torque had been
completed

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GAM-MTS-MEC-GTL-013
METHOD STATEMENT UTILIZATION OF HILTI DX 76

Date

26 July 2008, Rev. G

Details of Application
1. Fastening of checker plates to platform sub structure
2. Fastening of deck plates to fan deck frame

Fastening Application

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METHOD STATEMENT UTILIZATION OF HILTI DX 76

Date

26 July 2008, Rev. G

8 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A Quality Assurance System will be operated conforming to related standards.
FSI should also apply to this method of statement.

9 ATTACHMENTS
9.1
9.2
9.3
9.4
9.5

Job Safety Analysis

Operators Training Certificates
Fandeck Plate Drawings
Operating Instruction
Format of Permit to Use of Powder Actuated Tool

T-4.250.954 Rev. A

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JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS / RISK ASSESSMENT

JSA Number: T- 4.250.954

NEW

Page No: 1 of 4

REVISED

Job being analysed: METHOD STATEMENT UTILIZATION OF HILTI DX 76

JSA Members: Mr. Syd Osborne, Mr. Renato Tabing
Department/Section doing JSA: HSSE & Mechanical Dept.
Normal Approvals:
JSA by:
Job Supervisor:

Job Performers: Mr. Atilla Gun, Mr. Ozkan Karlioglu

Name

Signature

Mr. Atilla Gun

20.07.08

Mr. Ozkan Karlioglu

20.07.08

Additional Approvals (Determined by Job Supervisor in correlation with LINDE HSSE Manager).
Name
Signature
Discipline Superindent(LINDE)
Mr. M. V. Mathai
HSSE Representative(LINDE)

Date

Date

General job requirements / Common Personnal

Protective Equipment.

1. The following Personal Protective Equipment shall

be worn while installing manbasket: Approved
coveralls, safety glasses, safety helmet, safety steel
toe shoes, leather gloves and Ear plugs.

Mr. L. Balane
2. Permit To Work.

OTHERS (List Below):

Approval required for hazardous work detailed in the LINDE work permit procedure.
Changing conditions and emergency procedures: Stop work. Switch of equipment.Supervisor directs personnel to nearest and safest muster point considering wind direction. Supervisor counts all employees. Missing
employees are reported to LINDE HSSE Dept. When all clear is given check with LINDE HSSE before returning to work.
LINDE EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NO.

HSSE MANAGER:
RLIC HOT LINE :

583 40 72
474 88 88

Note: 1) If any of the tasks involves biological, physical or chemical hazards, then The LINDE Industrial Hygienist must also approve the work.
2) Use additional sheets as necessary.
3) Details on safety (PPE,Hazard etc) and environmental requirements can be found in LINDE and shell Safety and Environment Procedures.

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T- 4.250.954

Q A T A R

SCOPE : UTILIZATION OF HILTI DX 76

Initial Risk

ITEM
1

ACTIVITY
Operation of HILTI
DX76

HAZARD / POTENTIAL
CONSEQUENCES
1.1 Utilizing of the unit.

Residual Risk

RISK
P C
RANK
1.1.1
1.1.2
1.1.3
1.1.4
C

5 HIGH

1.1.5

CURRENT
CONTROLS
Ensure the users are trained to
1.1.1.1
operate the tool.
Only authorised users have to operate 1.1.1.2
the unit.
The operator has to understand what
1.1.1.3
the tool is capable off.
Proper attention is required & could
1.1.1.4
cause hazard if incorrectly used; as
personal injury or even death
Attention is required & could cause
hazard if incorrectly used; as damage
to property & tool
tool.

ADDITIONAL
CONTROLS
Training is required for all user.

P C

Proper PPE for operator

Discuss in TSTI and TBT
Apart from normal PPE hearing aid
to be worn by all users and face
shield is a must

LOW

LOW

1.1.6 Area to be baricaded before work

starts.

1.1.6.1 Only authorised personnels will be

allowed to enter
1.1.6.2 Proper sign boards to be displayed
before work starts
1.2.1 Ensure that no personnel behind the
1.2.1.1 Area to be baricaded and cleared
working surface
of any personnel's
2.1.1 Ensure modification or manipulation of 2.1.1.1 Proper Training of personnel to be
the parts are not allowed.
given.

1.2 Accidental firing

2

Operation of Tool

2.1 Mechanical Hazards.

MED

2.1.2

Ensure correct selection of fasteners,

pistons & fastener's combinations.

2.1.3

Never use worn or damaged piston.

2.1.4

Use only fasteners approved for use of

this tool.
Use the right color code cartridge for
the specific work.

2.1.5

2.1.1.2

Doing the maintenance & repair of

the tool at proper intervals.

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Initial Risk

ITEM

ACTIVITY

HAZARD / POTENTIAL
CONSEQUENCES
2.2
Misfires

Residual Risk

RISK
P C
RANK
2.2.1
2.2.2
D

4 HIGH

CURRENT
CONTROLS
Operator to hold the Hilti Gun in the
same operating position
Misfired cartridges to be handed over
to HSSE department personnel or to
the designated personnel only

2.2.1.1
2.2.2.1

2.2.2.2

2.3

Personal injury / harm

2.3.1
232
2.3.2
C

5 HIGH
2.3.3

2.4

Mishandling of the tools

& accessories

MED

2.4.1
2.4.2

MED

2.4.3
2.4.4

ADDITIONAL
CONTROLS
Operator to wait for for 30 sec to
60 sec
Record of misfired cartridges to be
maintained in a log book/Register

MED

MED

LOW

LOW

Cartridges to be kept seperately

from the unused ones in seprate
box containers.

Never attempt to point the tool at

yourself or anybody.
Never press or drive the tool onto
glass, marble or any brittle materials
rather than its application.
Do not press nose piece of the tool
against your hands or any part of your
body.
Always hold the tool securely and at
2.4.1.1
right angle to the working surface.
Maintain safe working area, keep other 2.4.2.1
people away.
Maintain well lit area.

P C

Proper Training of personnel

operation of this tool.
Good housekeeping.
Use colour coded certified tools
prior to use.

Do not attempt to redrive fasteners in

existing hole.

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Initial Risk

ITEM

HAZARD / POTENTIAL
CONSEQUENCES

ACTIVITY

Residual Risk

RISK
P C
RANK
2.4.5
B

2.5

Permit Holders

3.1

LOW

Mismanagement of tools
& accessories

Unqualified PTW
Holder's (Supervisors)

MED

LOW

CURRENT
CONTROLS
Keep in dry place & locked up.

2.4.1.1

ADDITIONAL
CONTROLS
Periodic maintenance of the tool.

P C

2.4.6

Always remove cartridges & fasteners 2.4.1.2

before carrying out servicing & other
maintenance works before storage.

Check for possible damage of the

tool before & after use.

2.5.1

Responsible person to be
designated incharge of cartridges.

2.6.1.1

Secure lockable container

required for cartridges & Gun.

2.5.2

Separate tools & cartridges.

2.6.1.2

One key for responsible person.

2.5.3

Separate boxes for tools, unused

cartridges & Misfired cartridges.

2.6.3.1

To keep the misfired cartridges

boxes locked

2.5.4

2.6.4.1
Cartridges colour code to be
followed for the right kind of usage.

3.1.1

All Supervisors will be trained by

GAMA/Linde on PTW procedures.

LOW

LOW

LOW

Able to identify colour easily.

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DX 76
de

Operating instructions

en

bg

Upute za uporabu

hr

Instrukcja obsugi

pl

ru

Nvod na obsluhu

sk

Navodila za uporabo

sl

Nvod k obsluze

cs

Hasznlati utasts

hu

282470

*282470*

Bedienungsanleitung

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17

18

9
1
432

DX 7

16

15

MX 76

14

13

19
21

12

11

10

20
1
432

DX 7

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2

1
4 3 2 1

DX 76
4 3 2 1

MX 76

MX 76

DX 76

DX 76

MX 76

1
432

4 3 2 1

DX 76

MX 76

1
432

6
DX 7

max.
min.

max.

1/4

min.

DX 76

1
1
432

MX 76

MX 76

MX 76

MX 76

DX 76

MX 76

MX 76

MX 76

4
4321

DX 76

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X-ENP

High-strength
steel

20

red

15

4
3

4
3

S 235, S275
E 36, ST 37,
340-470 N/mm2

red

10
8

11

black

blue

Base material thickness (mm)

Standard
steel

S 355, S275
E 42, ST 52,
490-630 N/mm2

12

14

DX 76

13

1
DX 76

4 3 2 1

4
2

2
5

6
4

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15

16

34

2
5
1

17

a)

b)

max.
min.

max.

min.

c)

d)
h

18

19

MX 76

4
1

1
432

7
4321

DX 76

4321

DX 76

20

21
MX 76

9
43

21

DX

76

12

10
11

14
4321

4321

DX 76

DX 76

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DX 76 powder-actuated fastening tool

It is essential that the operating instructions
are read before the tool is operated for the
first time.
Always keep these operating instructions
together with the tool.
Ensure that the operating instructions are
with the tool when it is given to other
persons.

DX 76 F15 tool
 X-76-F-15 fastener guide
 Spall guard

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Wearing parts
T Piston
Z Piston stopper

1. General information
1.1 Safety notices and their meaning

Parts of the tool

DX 76 MX tool

MX 76 fastener magazine
 Contact pin
 Protective cap
 Cycling grip
 Cartridge strip guideway
 Loading status control window
 Power regulation wheel
 Power regulation indicator
Padded end cap

Tool casing
 Grip pad
 Trigger
Piston guide release lever
 Sliding sleeve
 Magazine casing
 Fastener magazine spall guard
 Fastener stop piece
 Cooling slots

-WARNINGDraws attention to a potentially dangerous situation that

could lead to severe personal injury or death.
-CAUTIONDraws attention to a potentially dangerous situation that
could lead to minor personal injury or damage to the
equipment or other property.
-NOTEIndicates instructions and other useful information. Not
used to indicate potentially dangerous situations or situations where damage may occur.
1.2 Pictograms
Warning signs

General
warning

Warning: explosive
substance

Warning:
hot surface

Obligation signs

Contents
Page
1. General information
17
2. Description
18
3. Fasteners, consumables and accessories
18
4. Technical data
20
5. Safety precautions
21
6. Before use
23
7. Operation
23
8. Care and maintenance
27
9. Troubleshooting
28
10. Disposal
30
11. Warranty
31

Wear eye
protection

Wear a
hard hat

Symbols

Wear ear
protection

Wear
protective
gloves

Read the
operating
instructions
before use.

The numbers refer to the illustrations. The illustrations can be found on the fold-out cover pages. Keep
these pages open while you read the operating instructions.
In these operating instructions, the designation the
tool always refers to the DX 76 powder-actuated fastening tool.

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Location of identification data on the tool
The type designation and serial number are printed on
the type plate on the tool. Make a note of this information in your operating instructions and always refer to
it when making an enquiry to your Hilti representative
or service department.

en Type:
Serial no.:

2. Description
2.1 Piston principle
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 always
stopped as it reaches the end of its travel, excess energy
is absorbed by the tool. Accordingly, when the tool is
used correctly, dangerous through-shots with a fastener
exit velocity in excess of 100 m/sec therefore become
virtually impossible.
2.2 Drop-firing safety device
The drop-firing safety device is the result of coupling
the firing mechanism with the cocking movement. This
prevents the tool from firing when dropped onto a hard
surface, no matter at which angle the impact occurs.

2.3 Trigger safety device

The trigger safety device ensures that a fastener cannot
be driven simply by pulling the trigger only. The tool
must be pressed against a firm surface before a fastener
can be released.
2.3.1 Contact pressure safety device
The tool can be fired only when pressed fully against a
firm surface with a force of at least 50 N.
2.3.2 Unintentional firing safety device
The tool is also equipped with an unintentional firing
safety device. This prevents the tool from firing if the
trigger is first pulled and the tool then pressed against
the work surface. The tool can be fired only when it is
first pressed correctly against the work surface and the
trigger subsequently pulled.

3. Fasteners, consumables and accessories

3.1 DX 76 MX tool: applications and suitable fasteners
Application: fastening profile metal sheet to steel, steel thickness 6 mm solid steel
Comments
Ordering designation
10 fasteners per magazine strip
Fastener
X-ENP-19 L15 MX
Magazine
MX 76
Piston
X-76-P-ENP
Application: fastening profile metal sheet to steel, steel thickness 38 mm
Ordering designation
Comments
Fastener
ENP2K-20 L15 MX
10 fasteners per magazine strip
Magazine
MX 76
Piston
X-76-P-ENP2K

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3.2 DX 76 F15 tool with accessories: applications and suitable fasteners
Application: fastening profile metal sheet to steel, steel thickness 6 mm solid steel
Comments
Ordering designation
Single fasteners
Fastener
X-ENP-19 L15
Fastener guide
X-76-F-15
Narrow fastener guide only for USA
Fastener guide
X-76-F-N15
Piston
X-76-P-ENP

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Application: fastening profile metal sheet to steel, steel thickness 38 mm

Comments
Ordering designation
Single fasteners
Fastener
ENP2K-20 L15
Fastener guide
X-76-F-15
Narrow fastener guide only for USA
Fastener guide
X-76-F-N15
Piston
X-76-P-ENP2K
Application: fastening shear connectors
Ordering designation
Fastener
X-ENP-21 HVB
Shear connector
X-HVB 50 / 80 / 95 / 110 /
125 / 140
Fastener guide
X-76-F-HVB
Piston
X-76-P-HVB

Comments
2 fasteners per shear connector

Application: fastening profile metal sheets to concrete (DX-Kwik)

Comments
Ordering designation
Fastener
NPH2-42L15
Magazine
X-76-F-Kwik
Piston
X-76-P-Kwik
Stepped drill bit for predrilling
Stepped drill bit
TX-C 5/23
Application: 10 mm diameter studs for fastening gratings
Comments
Ordering designation
For fastening with the X-FCM, X-FCM-F, X-FCM-R,
Fastener
EM8-15 FP10,
X-FCP-F, X-FCP-R
X-CRM8-15 FP10
Fastener guide
X-76-F-10
Piston
X-76-P-GR
Ramrod for pushing the fastener into the tool
Ramrod
Centering device for the X-76-F-10 fastener guide
25
Centering device for the X-76-F-10 fastener guide
30
Application: 10 mm diameter fasteners for various applications on steel and concrete
Comments
Ordering designation
Nail for fastening wood battens to concrete and
Fasteners
DS 27-117
steel. Nail must be predriven for thicknesses of
DSH 57 P10
62 mm and greater.
Nail for fastening wood battens to steel
Fasteners
EDS 19-27 P10
10 mm threaded studs for use on steel
Fasteners
EW10-30 P10,
X-EW10-27 P10,
X-EM10-24 P10
Fastener guide
X-76-F-10
Piston
X-76-P-10

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3.3 Cartridges

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Ordering designation
6.8/18 M black (purple)
6.8/18 M red
6.8/18 M blue
6.8/18 M yellow
6.8/18 M green

Comments
Extra heavy (USA)
Very heavy
Heavy
Medium
Light

3.4 Other wearing parts

Ordering designation
X-76-PS

Comments
Piston stopper

3.5 Other accessories

Ordering designation
DX 76/860-ENP cleaning set
I-VO 805 PS
I-VO 808 PS
Ear protectors
DX 76 MX
DX 76 KD
Hilti spray

Comments
Flat brush, round brush 25 mm dia., round brush 8 mm dia.,
pusher, cleaning cloth
Protective glasses, clear
Protective glasses, tinted
Small
Toolbox for magazine tool
Toolbox, large, with lockable cartridge compartment

4. Technical data
Tool
Weight
Dimensions (L W H)
Magazine capacity
Contact movement
Contact pressure
Ambient operating temperature range
Maxim fastener driving rate*
* for trouble-free operation

DX 76 MX
DX 76 F15
4.35 kg
3.83 kg
450 mm 101 mm 352 mm
452 mm 104 mm 238 mm
10 fasteners
32 mm
190240 N
15 C to 50 C
600 per hour

Right of technical changes reserved.

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5. Safety precautions
5.1 Basic safety instructions
In addition to the safety precautions listed in the individual sections of these operating instructions, the following 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 industry and associated trades for driving fasteners of various types (nails, threaded studs and composite fasteners), mainly into steel but also into concrete.
5.3 Misuse of the tool

Manipulation or modification of the tool is not permissible.

Use of the tool in an explosive or inflammable atmosphere is not permissible.
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.
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 hazards 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. DXKwik 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 hazards when used incorrectly by untrained personnel or
not as directed.

5.5 Take the necessary precautions at the

workplace

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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 removed 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 maintenance and before storing the tool.
Never pull the magazine back with the hand. Under
certain circumstances, this could cock the tool, making it ready to fire. When the tool is ready to fire, a fastener 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 functionality before further use. Damaged safety devices
or other damaged parts must be replaced or repaired
properly by an authorized repair workshop unless otherwise 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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Take the influences of the surrounding area into account.
Do not use the tool where there is a risk of fire or explosion.
Keep the grips clean, dry and free from oil and grease.

5.6.1 Mechanical hazards

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Select the correct fastener guide, piston and fastener
combination for the job on hand. Failure to use the
correct combination of these items may result in damage to the tool and/or unsatisfactory fastening quality.
Never use worn or damaged pistons and do not attempt
to manipulate or modify the piston.
Use only fasteners of a type approved for use with the
tool.

5.6.2 Thermal hazards

Allow the tool to cool down. Always wear gloves if the

tool has to be dismantled for cleaning or maintenance
before it has been allowed to cool down.
Do not exceed the recommended fastener driving rate.
The tool may otherwise overheat.
The tool must be allowed to cool down if melting of
the plastic cartridge strip is observed.

5.6.3 Danger of explosion

If a cartridge fails to fire or misfires, always proceed

as follows:
1. Keep the tool pressed at right angles against the
working surface for 30 seconds.
2. If the cartridge still fails to fire, lift the tool away
from the working surface, taking care to avoid
pointing it at yourself or other persons.
3. Load the next cartridge on the strip by cycling the
tool. Use up the remaining cartridges on the strip
and remove the used cartridge strip from the tool.
The (partly) used cartridge strip must then be disposed of suitably in order to prevent further use
or misuse of any unfired cartridges.
Do not attempt to forcibly remove cartridges from the
magazine strip or tool.
Unused cartridges must be stored in a dry, high place,
locked up or out of reach of children.

5.7 Requirements to be met by users

The tool is intended for professional use.
The tool may be operated, serviced and repaired only
by authorized, trained personnel. This personnel must
be informed of any special hazards that may be encountered.
Always concentrate on your work. Proceed carefully
and do not use the tool if your full attention is not on
the job.
Wear non-slip shoes when working outdoors.
Avoid unfavorable body positions. Work from a secure
stance and stay in balance at all times.
Keep the arms flexed while using the tool (do not
straighten the arms).

5.8 Personal protective equipment

The operator and other persons in the immediate vicinity must always wear eye protection, a hard hat, ear
protectors and protective gloves while the tool is in
use or when checking the tool in case of a fault.

Use only cartridges of a type approved for use with

the tool.
Remove the cartridge strip from the tool carefully.

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6. Before use
Check all external parts of the tool for damage at regular intervals and check that all controls operate properly. Do not operate the tool when parts are damaged
or when the controls do not operate properly. If necessary, have the tool repaired at a Hilti service centre.
Check the piston stopper and piston for wear and
ensure that the parts have been fitted correctly.

6.1 Check the tool

Check that no cartridge strip is loaded in the tool. If a
cartridge strip is present in the tool, use the cycling
grip to cycle the tool several times until the cartridge
strip projects from the tool at the cartridge strip exit
and can be pulled from the tool.

7. Operation

-WARNING

Driving a fastener may cause flying

fragments.
Flying fragments may injure parts
of the body or the eyes.
The operator and bystanders must
wear protective glasses and a hard
hat.

-WARNING

The fastener is driven by the energy

relesed when a cartridge is fired.
An excessively high noise level may
damage the hearing.
The operator and bystanders must
wear ear protectors.

-WARNING

4 3 2 1

DX 76

MX 76

Making the tool ready to fire

by pressing it against a part
of the body (e.g. the hand)
is not permissible.
This could cause a fastener
to be driven into a part of
the body.
Never press the tool against
a part of the body.

7.1 Using the tool

-NOTEFastening instructions
These instructions must be observed at all times.
For detailed information, please ask your local Hilti representative for a copy of the applicable technical guidelines or national technical regulations.
7.2 Driving fasteners with the magazine tool
7.2.1 Loading a fastener strip in the magazine 
1. Push the fastener strip into the magazine from above
until the washers on the last fastener engage in the
magazine.
7.2.2 Selecting the cartridge 
1. Determine the thickness of the material to be fastened
and the grade of the supporting steel.
2. Select a suitable cartridge and power setting for standard or high-strength steel (in accordance with the
cartridge recommendations).
7.2.3 Inserting the cartridge strip 
1. Push the cartridge strip into the cartridge strip guideway on the side of the tool as far as it will go.
7.2.4 Driving fasteners with the magazine tool 
1. Press the tool against the working surface at right
angles.
2. Drive the fastener by pulling the trigger.
3. Prepare the tool for driving the next fastener by pushing the cycling grip back toward the rear of the tool
and then forward to its original position.
-WARNINGDo not attempt to drive fasteners in existing holes unless
this is recommended by Hilti for a particular application
(e.g. DX-Kwik). Do not attempt to redrive a fastener.
Do not exceed the recommended maximum fastener
driving rate.

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7.2.5 Checking and adjusting fastener driving

depth  
Fastener driving depth can be adjusted by turning the
power regulation wheel on the tool.
Setting 1 = minimum
Setting 4 = maximum
1. Check the fastener stand-off.
2. If a fastener is not driven deeply enough, driving power
must be increased. Adjust the power regulation wheel
to the next higher setting. If a fastener is driven too
deeply, driving power must be decreased. Adjust the
power regulation wheel to the next lower setting.
3. Drive a fastener.
4. Check the stand-off.
5. If the fastener is still not driven deeply enough or,
respectively, is driven too deeply, steps 2 to 4 must
be repeated until the correct depth is achieved. If necessary, use a cartridge with a higher or lower power
rating.
7.3 Unloading the tool
7.3.1 Removing cartridges from the tool 
-WARNINGDo not attempt to forcibly remove cartridges from the
magazine strip or tool.
1. Advance the cartridge strip through the tool by moving the cycling grip until the strip is visible at the exit
aperture.
2. Pull the cartridge strip out of the tool at the cartridge
strip exit aperture.
7.3.2 Removing fastener strips from the tool
-WARNINGCheck that no cartridge strip is present in the tool. If
there is a cartridge strip in the tool, pull it out of the tool
by hand through the exit aperture.
1. Push the fastener strip 5 mm further into the magazine and hold it securely in this position.
2. Push the catch forward with the thumb and hold it in
this position.
3. Remove the fastener strip from the magazine (-CAUTION- the fastener strip is ejected under spring pressure).

7.4 Changing the fastener guide (or fastener

magazine)
7.4.1 Disassembly

-WARNINGAll cartridges must be removed from the tool.

The fastener magazine must be empty.
-CAUTIONAfter the tool has been in use, the parts to be handled
may be very hot. It is essential that gloves are worn if
the following maintenance operations have to be carried out before the tool has been allowed to cool down.
1. Check that the tool cycling grip is in its starting position.
2. Pull out the piston guide release lever.
3. Unscrew and remove the fastener guide (or fastener
magazine).
4. Remove the piston stopper from the fastener guide
(using the piston as an aid, if necessary).
7.4.2 Assembly 
1. Insert the piston stopper the right way round (rubber
toward the front) in the piston guide (or fastener magazine) that is to be fitted to the tool.
2. Insert the piston in the piston guide in the tool.
3. Screw the fastener guide (or fastener magazine) onto
the piston guide as far as it will go and then turn it
back until it engages.
4. Close the piston guide release lever.
5. Cycle the tool once with the cycling grip.
7.5 Driving fasteners with the single-fastener tool
(accessories required)
7.5.1 Inserting the fastener in the single-fastener
tool 
1. Turn the tool so that the fastener guide is pointing
upwards.
2. Insert the fastener in the tool from above.
7.5.2 Selecting the cartridge 
1. Determine the thickness of the material to be fastened
and the grade of the supporting steel.
2. Select a suitable cartridge and power setting for standard or high-strength steel (in accordance with the
cartridge recommendations).
7.5.3 Inserting the cartridge strip 
1. Push the cartridge strip, as far as it will go, into the
cartridge strip guideway on the side of the tool.

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7.5.4 Driving fasteners with the single-fastener
tool
1. Press the tool against the working surface at right
angles.
2. Drive the fastener by pulling the trigger.
3. Prepare the tool for driving the next fastener by pushing the cycling grip back toward the rear of the tool
and then forward to its original position.
-WARNINGDo not attempt to drive fasteners in existing holes unless
this is recommended by Hilti for a particular application
(e.g. DX-Kwik). Do not attempt to redrive a fastener.
Do not exceed the recommended maximum fastener
driving rate.
7.5.5 Checking and adjusting fastener driving
depth  
Fastener driving depth can be adjusted by turning the
power regulation wheel on the tool.
Setting 1 = minimum
Setting 4 = maximum
1. Check the fastener stand-off.
2. If a fastener is not driven deeply enough, driving power
must be increased. Adjust the power regulation wheel
to the next higher setting. If a fastener is driven too
deeply, driving power must be decreased. Adjust the
power regulation wheel to the next lower setting.
3. Drive a fastener.
4. Check the stand-off.
5. If the fastener is still not driven deeply enough or,
respectively, is driven too deeply, steps 2 to 4 must
be repeated until the correct depth is achieved. If necessary, use a cartridge with a higher or lower power
rating.
7.6 Fastening shear connectors (accessories
required)
-NOTEDriving the first fastener in the shear connector
7.6.1 Inserting the fastener in the single-fastener
tool 
1. Move the slider until it engages and the number 1 is
visible.
2. Turn the tool so that the fastener guide is pointing
upwards.
3. Insert the fastener in the tool from above.
7.6.2 Inserting the cartridge strip 
1. Push the cartridge strip, as far as it will go, into the
cartridge strip guideway on the side of the tool.

7.6.3 Driving the fastener 

1. Place the shear connector on the tool nosepiece (it
will be held in place by a magnet).
2. Press the tool at right angles against the working surface.
3. Drive the fastener by pulling the trigger.
4. Prepare the tool for driving the next fastener by pushing the cycling grip back toward the rear of the tool
and then forward to its original position.
-WARNINGDo not attempt to drive fasteners in existing holes unless
this is recommended by Hilti for a particular application
(e.g. DX-Kwik). Do not attempt to redrive a fastener.
Do not exceed the recommended maximum fastener
driving rate.
7.6.4 Power regulation
Adjust the power setting by turning the power regulation wheel on the tool.
Setting 1 = minimum
Setting 4 = maximum
1. Check the fastener stand-off.
2. If a fastener is not driven deeply enough, driving power
must be increased. Adjust the power regulation wheel
to the next higher setting. If a fastener is driven too
deeply, driving power must be decreased. Adjust the
power regulation wheel to the next lower setting.
3. Drive a fastener.
4. Check the stand-off.
5. If the fastener is still not driven deeply enough or,
respectively, is driven too deeply, steps 2 to 4 must
be repeated until the correct depth is achieved. If necessary, use a cartridge with a higher or lower power
rating.
-NOTEDriving the second fastener in the shear connector
7.6.5 Inserting the fastener in the single-fastener
tool 
1. Move the slider until it engages and the number 2 is
visible.
2. Turn the tool so that the fastener guide is pointing
upwards.
3. Insert the fastener in the tool from above.
7.6.6 Driving the fastener 
4. Guide the tool nosepiece into the shear connector and
press the tool against the working surface at right
angles.
5. Drive the second fastener by pulling the trigger.
6. Prepare the tool for driving the next fastener by pushing the cycling grip back toward the rear of the tool
and then forward to its original position.

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7.7 Fastening gratings (accessories required)
7.7.1 Inserting the fastener in the single-fastener
tool
1. Turn the tool so that the fastener guide is pointing
upwards.
2. Insert the fastener in the tool from above.

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7.7.2 Inserting the cartridge strip
1. Push the cartridge strip into the cartridge strip guideway on the side of the tool as far as it will go.
7.7.3 Driving the fastener with the single-fastening
tool 
1. Press the tool at right angles against the working surface.
2. Drive the fastener by pulling the trigger.
3. Check the depth of penetration by using the gauge to
measure fastener stand-off.
4. Screw on the retaining flange (torque = 5 to 8 Nm).
5. Prepare the tool for driving the next fastener by pushing the cycling grip back toward the rear of the tool
and then forward to its original position.
-WARNINGDo not attempt to drive fasteners in existing holes unless
this is recommended by Hilti for a particular application
(e.g. DX-Kwik). Do not attempt to redrive a fastener.
Do not exceed the recommended maximum fastener
driving rate.
7.7.4 Power regulation
Adjust the power setting by turning the power regulation wheel on the tool.
Setting 1 = minimum
Setting 4 = maximum
1. Check the fastener stand-off.
2. If a fastener is not driven deeply enough, driving power
must be increased. Adjust the power regulation wheel
to the next higher setting. If a fastener is driven too
deeply, driving power must be decreased. Adjust the
power regulation wheel to the next lower setting.
3. Drive a fastener.
4. Check the stand-off.
5. If the fastener is still not driven deeply enough or,
respectively, is driven too deeply, steps 2 to 4 must
be repeated until the correct depth is achieved. If necessary, use a cartridge with a higher or lower power
rating.

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7.8 Fastening profile metal sheets to concrete

(accessories required)
7.8.1 Inserting the fastener in the single-fastener
tool
1. Turn the tool so that the fastener guide is pointing
upwards.
2. Insert the fastener in the tool from above.
7.8.2 Inserting the cartridge strip 
1. Push the cartridge strip, as far as it will go, into the
cartridge strip guideway on the side of the tool.
7.8.3 Driving the fastener with the single-fastener
tool 
1. Use the stepped drill bit to predrill a hole through the
profile metal sheet and into the concrete.
2. Guide the tip of the fastener (projects from the fastener guide) into the hole drilled and press the tool
against the working surface at right angles.
3. Drive the fastener by pulling the trigger.
4. Prepare the tool for driving the next fastener by pushing the cycling grip back toward the rear of the tool
and then forward to its original position.
-WARNINGDo not attempt to redrive a fastener.
Do not exceed the recommended maximum fastener
driving rate.
7.8.4 Power regulation
Adjust fastener driving power by turning the power regulation wheel on the tool.
Setting 1 = minimum
Setting 4 = maximum
1. Check the fastener stand-off.
2. If a fastener is not driven deeply enough, driving power
must be increased. Adjust the power regulation wheel
to the next higher setting. If a fastener is driven too
deeply, driving power must be decreased. Adjust the
power regulation wheel to the next lower setting.
3. Drive a fastener.
4. Check the stand-off.
5. If the fastener is still not driven deeply enough or,
respectively, is driven too deeply, steps 2 to 4 must
be repeated until the correct depth is achieved. If necessary, use a cartridge with a higher or lower power
rating.

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8. Care and maintenance
When this type of tool is used under normal operating
conditions, dirt and residues build up inside the tool and
functionally relevant parts are subject to wear. Regular
inspections and maintenance are thus essential in order
to ensure reliable operation:
Recommended interval for cleaning the tool and checking the condition of the piston and piston stopper:
At least daily when the tool is subjected to intensive
use
After 3,000 fasteners have been driven, at the latest
-WARNINGThe tool must be unloaded before carrying out care and
maintenance.

8.2.1 Checking and replacing the piston and piston

stopper
-NOTE If the tool is used incorrectly (e.g. no fastener loaded
in the tool before firing or the fastener is driven into
unsupported sheet metal), the piston may become
jammed against the piston stopper. Should the piston and piston stopper become fully seized in this
way, these parts have reached the end of their life.
The tool cannot be cycled when in this status.
The condition of the piston and piston stopper must
be checked at regular intervals and at least daily.

8.2 Maintenance
Check all external parts of the tool for damage at regular intervals and check that all controls operate properly.
Do not operate the tool when parts are damaged or when
the controls do not operate properly. If necessary, have
the tool repaired at a Hilti service centre.
Use the tool only with the recommended cartridges and
power settings. Use of the wrong cartridges or use of
excessively high power settings may lead to premature
failure of parts of the tool.

-WARNINGCheck that there are no cartridges in the tool.

Check that there are no fasteners in the tool or magazine.
-CAUTIONParts of the tool may become very hot after a period of
use. Protective gloves must be worn if the following
maintenance procedure is carried out before the tool
has been allowed to cool down.
1. Unscrew and remove the fastener guide (or fastener
magazine).
2. Pull the piston out of the piston guide.
3. Check the piston for damage. If signs of damage
are found, the piston AND the piston stopper must
be replaced.
-NOTECheck the piston for straightness by rolling it on a smooth
surface.
Never use a worn or damaged piston and do not attempt
to manipulate or modify the piston.
4. If the piston has to be replaced, also remove the
piston stopper (with the aid of the piston) from the
fastener guide.
5. Insert the piston stopper the right way round (rubber toward the front) in the piston guide (or fastener
magazine) to be fitted to the tool.
6. Insert the piston in the piston guide in the tool.
7. Screw the fastener guide (or fastener magazine)
onto the piston guide as far as it will go and then
turn it back until it engages.
8. Cycle the tool once with the cycling grip.

-CAUTION- when cleaning:

Never use grease for the maintenance/lubrication of
parts of the tool. This may lead to malfunctions. Use
only Hilti lubricant spray or a product of comparable
quality.

8.2.2 Cleaning the piston guide

-WARNINGCheck that there are no cartridges in the tool.
Check that there are no fasteners in the tool or magazine.

The residues deposited inside DX tools contain substances that may be injurious to your health:
Do not inhale any dust or dirt while cleaning.
Keep the dust or dirt away from foodstuffs.
Wash your hands after cleaning the tool.

-WARNINGParts of the tool may become very hot after a period of

use. Protective gloves must be worn if the following
maintenance procedure is carried out before the tool
has been allowed to cool down.

-CAUTION

The tool may become hot during

operation.
You could burn your hands.
Wear protective gloves before
carrying out care and maintenance.

8.1 Care of the tool

Clean the casing of the tool at regular intervals with a
damp cloth.
-NOTEDo not use a spray or steam-cleaning system for cleaning! Never operate the tool when the ventilation slots
are unobstructed. Do not permit foreign objects to enter
the interior of the tool.

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1. Unscrew and remove the fastener guide (or fastener
magazine).
2. Pull the piston out of the piston guide.
3. Hold the tool with the nosepiece pointing upwards
and then pull out the piston guide release lever.

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-CAUTIONIt is essential that the tool is held with the nosepiece

pointing upwards. The piston guide may otherwise fall
out.
4. Pull the piston guide out of the tool.
5. Use the large brush to clean the inside and outside
surfaces of the piston guide.
6. Use the small round brush to clean the cartridge
chamber and the adjoining holes for the power regulation pin.
7. Clean the seat of the piston guide in the tool.
8. Lubricate the slider and the collar of the piston guide
with Hilti spray.
9. Lubricate the mechanical parts inside the tool with
Hilti spray.
-NOTEUse of lubricants other than Hilti spray may cause damage to rubber parts.

10. Push the piston guide into the tool and close the
piston release lever while applying light pressure
to the piston guide.
-NOTEThe lever can be closed only when the piston guide is
pressed (several mm) into the tool.
If the lever still cannot be closed, please refer to the information in section 9 Troubleshooting.
11. Push the piston into the fastener guide (or the fastener magazine).
12. Screw the fastener guide (or fastener magazine)
onto the piston guide as far as it will go and then
turn it back in the opposite direction until it engages.
13. Lubricate the cartridge transport mechanism by
spraying Hilti lubricant into the gap in the housing
behind the cycling grip.
14. Cycle the tool once by moving the cycling grip.
8.3 Checking the tool after care and maintenance
After carrying out care and maintenance and before loading the cartridges, check that all safety devices have
been fitted and that they function faultlessly.

9. Troubleshooting
-WARNINGThe tool must be unloaded before taking any steps to remedy faults.
Fault
Possible cause
Cartridge is not
Damaged cartridge strip.
transported.
Tool is damaged.
Cartridge strip cannot be The tool is damaged or has
removed.
overheated as a result of an
excessively high fastener driving rate.

Cartridge doesn't fire.

The tool is not pressed fully against

the working surface.
The cartridge strip is used up.
The magazine or fastener guide is not
screwed on far enough.
One of the cartridges is faulty.

Fastener penetrates too

deeply (inadequate
fastener stand-off). a

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The tool is defective or the cartridges

are faulty.
Fastener missed the steel beam.
Power setting too high.

Remedy
Change the cartridge strip 
Contact Hilti.
Allow the tool to cool and then try again
carefully to remove the cartridge strip. If
still not possible, contact Hilti.
-NOTEDo not attempt to forcibly remove
cartridges from the cartridge strip or
from the tool.
Press the tool fully against the working
surface and pull the trigger.
Remove the used cartridge strip. Load a
new strip.
Screw the magazine farther onto the tool.
Cycle the tool and use up the remaining
cartridges.
Contact Hilti.
Mark the position of the beam. Drive
another fastener into the beam.
Reduce fastener driving power according
to the recommendations for the cartridge
 or, respectively, use a less powerful
cartridge.

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The piston is worn.
The wrong piston has been fitted.
Fastener does not
penetrate deeply enough
(excessive fastener
stand-off). b

Fastener driven into the rib of the

beam.
Different thickness and/or strength of
supporting material.
Fastener driving power is too low.

The tool needs to be cleaned.

The piston is broken.
The tool is damaged.
The wrong piston has been fitted.
Fastener head projection
varies considerably. c

The tool is not cycled equally each

time, or not cycled fully.
Irregular driving power.

Shear breakage d

Fastener driven into the rib of the

beam.
The supporting material is thicker
and/or of higher strength.

The tool remains

compressed (does not
extend when pressure is
released).

The piston is sticking in the piston

stopper.
The tool needs to be cleaned.
The cartridge strip has jammed, the
tool has overheated.

The tool cannot be fired.

Trigger pulled before the tool is fully

pressed down.
Fastener transport malfunction.

No fastener is driven.

The tool needs to be cleaned.

The magazine or fastener guide is not
screwed on far enough.
The tool is damaged.
No fasteners in the tool.
Magazine fastener transport
mechanism is faulty.
No piston in the tool.
The piston is broken.

Replace the piston and piston stopper.

Check that the right combination of
piston and fastener is used.
Drive a second fastener offset from the
first.
Increase fastener driving power in
accordance with recommendations  or,
respectively, use a more powerful
cartridge.
Increase fastener driving power in
accordance with recommendations  or,
respectively, use a more powerful
cartridge.
Clean the tool.
Change the piston and piston stopper.
Contact Hilti.
Check that the right combination of
piston and fastener is used.
The tool must be cycled precisely over
the full movement of the grip each time.
Clean the tool. Replace the wearing
parts. Contact Hilti if irregular driving
power is still experienced.
Reposition the tool and drive another
fastener.
Check that the recommended type of
fastener is being used and then increase
driving power in accordance with recommendations for the cartridge or, respectively, use a more powerful cartridge.
Replace the piston and piston stopper.

, 
Clean the tool. 
Please refer to the fault: Cartridge
strip cannot be removed.
Do not exceed the maximum
recommended fastener driving rate.
Press the tool down fully and then pull
the trigger.
Load fastener strips ;
check that strips are free to move;
remove any damaged or distorted
fastener strips
Clean the tool. 
Screw the magazine farther onto the tool.
Contact Hilti.
Load fastener(s) into the tool.
Contact Hilti.
Fit the piston.
Replace the piston and piston stopper.

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The fastener guide needs to be
cleaned.
Fasteners are jammed in the fastener
guide.

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The fastener guide
cannot be screwed on to
the tool fully.

The piston cannot be

fitted.

The piston guide cannot

be fitted.
Stiff cycling action.

The piston stopper has been inserted

the wrong way round.
The piston guide needs to be cleaned
at the end of the threaded section.
The tool, the piston guide in particular,
needs to be cleaned.
The slider projects into the piston
guide and prevents movement of the
piston.
The lever is in the closed position.
The piston guide is incorrectly
positioned.
The tool needs to be cleaned.

Use the brushes provided to clean the

fastener guide and associated parts.
lubricate with Hilti spray.
Remove the jammed fasteners.
Avoid shear breakage (see above).
Avoid missing the beam (driving the
fastener into unsupported sheet metal);
mark the position of the beams
accurately if necessary.
Unscrew and remove the fastener guide.
Fit the piston stopper the right way
round.
Clean and lubricate the thread.
Clean the fastener guide and the tool and
refit the piston.
Pull the slider forward until it can
engage.
Open the lever. 
Position the piston guide correctly when
inserting it. 
Clean the piston guide.
Check the piston for straightness.
Clean the tool. 

If these measures fail to remedy the problem, please contact Hilti.

10. Disposal
Most of the materials from which Hilti powder-actuated tools 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 your old powder-actuated tools for recycling. Please ask your Hilti customer service department
or Hilti sales representative for further information. Should you wish to return the tool yourself to a disposal facility
for recycling, proceed as follows: Dismantle the tool as far as possible without the need for special tools. National
and international directives and regulations must be observed.
Separate the individual parts as follows:
Part/assembly
Toolbox
Outer casing
Piston
Piston stopper
Screws, small parts
Used/partly-used cartridge strips

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Main material
Plastic
Plastic/synthetic rubber
Steel
Steel/plastic
Steel
Steel/plastic

Recycling
Plastics recycling
Plastics recycling
Scrap metal
Scrap metal
Scrap metal
In accordance with local regulations

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11. Warranty
Hilti warrants that the product supplied is free of defects
in material and workmanship. This warranty is valid as
long as the product is operated and handled correctly,
cleaned and serviced properly and in accordance with
the Hilti operating instructions, all warranty claims are
made within 5 years from the date of sale (invoice date)
for the tool and 1 year from the date of sale (invoice date)
for the magazine and ancillary equipment (unless other
mandatory national regulations prescribe a longer minimum period) and the technical system is maintained,
i.e. only genuine Hilti consumables, accessories and
spare parts, or those of equivalent quality, are used with
the product.
This warranty provides the free-of-charge repair or replacement of defective parts only. Parts requiring repair or
replacement as a result of normal wear and tear are not
covered by this warranty.

Noise information
as per German legislation (3, GSGV dated January 18,
1991):
The noise (power) level LWA,1S as per 1 (2) 1b) applicable to the tool and, due to different workplaces depending on the application for which the tool is used, also the
noise (pressure) level LpAImax, at the measurement surface of 1 meter as per 1 (2) 1e), are given in addition
to the workplace related noise emission value in accordance with the noise measurement standard. Operating
conditions and circumstances of use: most powerful cartridge power load in accordance with instructions for use
with suitable fastener or stud fired vertically downwards
into a concrete block and in accordance with the means
of measurement DIN 45635, part 34 Measurement of
the noise emitted by machines airborne noise, surface
sound transmission methods powder-actuated fastening tools .

Additional claims are excluded, unless mandatory

national regulations prohibit such exclusion. In particular, Hilti is not obligated for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages, losses or expenses
in connection with, or by reason of, the use of, or inability to use the product for any purpose. Implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose are specifically excluded.

Noise information: Noise information with typical application*:

1b) Noise (power) level
LWA, 1S = 117 dB (A)
workplace-relevant
emission value
LpAImax = 114 dB (A)

1e) Noise (pressure) level

LpA, 1s = 104 dB (A)
Variations in operating conditions may cause deviations from these noise emission values.

Send the product and/or related parts immediately upon

discovery of a defect to the local Hilti marketing organization for repair or replacement.

*ENP nail with cartridge 6.8/18 M red and power level

2 on 20 mm steel with 370 N/mm2

This constitutes Hiltis entire obligation with regard to

warranty and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous
comments and verbal or written agreements concerning warranties.
Confirmation of CIP testing
The Hilti DX 76 has been system and type tested. As a
result, the tool bears the rectangular PTB approval mark
showing approval number S 813. Hilti thus guarantees
compliance with the approved type. Unacceptable defects
or deficiencies, etc. determined during use of the tool
must be reported to the person responsible at the approval
authority (PTB) and to the Office of the Permanent International Commission (C.I.P.).

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Hilti Corporation

Hilti = registered trademark of Hilti Corp., Schaan W 2974 0305 10-Pos. 1 1 Printed in Liechtenstein 2005
Right of technical and programme changes reserved S. E. & O.

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Pearl GTL Project

Ras Laffan, Qatar

18.6 Permit for Use of Explosive / Powder Activated Tool

PERMIT NUMBER

PAT-

(Contractor to assign number)

SECTION 1: WORK REQUEST BY CONTRACTOR

CONTRACTOR

PTW Requestor

Telephone number

Badge number

Work location
SECTION 2: ACTIVITY SPECIFIC DETAILS

Type of tool

Type of charge

Size of stud

Hot work PTW

Description
of work

Special
precautions

Yes

No

SECTION 3: OPERATORS
Name

Badge
number

Name

OPERATOR #1

OPERATOR #2

OPERATOR #3

OPERATOR #4

Badge
number

SECTION 4: APPROVAL
Name

Badge number

Signature

Date

Contractor PTW Issuing

Authority (HSSE
Manager)
Permit start date

Permit finish date

SECTION 5: PTW ACCPETED BY CONTRACTOR

Name

Badge number

PTW Holder (Work

supervisor)
Number of craft working
on the PTW

Telephone
number

Date

TSTI reference

SECTION 6: PTW CLOSED

Name

Badge number

Signature

Date

Contractor PTW Issuing

Authority

5887-ON-PR-HM-027

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