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Working safely with this machine is possi-
ble only when the operating and safety in-
formation are read completely and the in-
structions contained therein are strictly fol-
lowed.
The tool may not be operated in a wet or
moist environment. Do not subject the tool to
rain.
Always wear protective glasses as well as
hearing protection.
Wear sturdy shoes and a hard hat.
Keep the tool away from children and never
leave it lying around unsupervised. When
not using for extended periods, keep the tool
at a location secured against unauthorised
usage.
Do not smoke at the work site and keep the
machine away from flames, open fire or elec-
trical sparks.
Always provide for sufficient ventilation of
the work site.
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Non-observance and/or non-compliance of regula-
tions and preventative measures, legal regulations
and rules for the prevention of accidents, can cause
personal injury.
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Ensure to observe the respective national and interna-
tional regulations and laws for usage of bolt-firing
tools, particularly concerning the prevention of acci-
dents.
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Do not operate the bolt-firing tool without having
undergone applicational training.
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Persons under the age of 18 may not work with the
tool. This does not apply for apprentices above the
age of 16 years, working under supervision.
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Do not hand on the tool to untrained personnel. Con-
sult your Würth Dealer for advice/training.
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Interrupt working if you feel unwell.
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Due to the combustive power source, hot exhaust
gases are produced that can ignite inflammable mate-
rials and are harmful to one’s health. The tool must not
be operated in hazardous locations or near easily
inflammable materials.
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When firing bolts, check for conceiled electricity, gas
and water lines, e. g. with a metal scanning locator.
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Before beginning to work, check the proper function
and completeness of the tool and if it is operational.
Do not use a tool that has defects.
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Never point the bolt-firing tool against a body part,
yourself or other persons.
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Use the tool only on suitable surfaces.
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Always hold the tool vertical to the fastening surface.
Avoid working with your arms stretched out.
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Do not position your hands in the vicinity of the
air-intake opening or the neck-down sleeve.
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Despite of existing safety devices, shots passing
through can still occur in case of misapplications.
Therefore ensure that no persons are behind the fas-
tening location.
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Never carry the tool with your finger on the trigger. If
the neck-down sleeve is inadvertently pressed, a shot
could unintentionally be actuated and cause serious
injuries.
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Always remove the battery and the gas cartridge
before longer breaks, after finishing work, before
maintenance, before troubleshooting and before
replacing wear parts.
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Stop the working procedure immediately if the tool
operates irregularly or incorrect, or when fastening
components have become stuck or jammed. Correct
malfunctions as described in the section “Trouble-
shooting”.
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Do not subject the tool to temperatures above 50 °C.
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For charging of the battery, use only the enclosed
charger and power supply. There is danger of fire
when using a charger that is suitable for a certain type
of batteries with other batteries.
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Protect the battery against heat and fire: Danger of
explosion! Do not place down the battery on a radia-
tor or heater, or subject it to intensive sun irradiation
for longer periods, as temperatures over 50 °C cause
damage.
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Keep an unused battery clear from paper clips, coins,
keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects that
could cause a bridging of the contacts.
A short between the battery contacts can result in
burns or fire.
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Do not open the battery and protect it against blows.
Store at a dry location, protected against frost.
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Do not discard the battery in household waste, fire or
in water.
Do not open the gas cartridges and do not
subject them to direct sun light, open
flames, sparks or temperatures above
50 °C. Danger of explosion!
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When handling the gas cartridges, do not smoke and
do not inhale escaping gas.
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Always keep the gas cartridge separate during trans-
port and storage, and out of the reach of children.
Upon contact with sharp objects, the cartridge can be
damaged and the gas can escape. Secure the gas
cartridge with the protective cap.
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Do not attempt to crush, open, burn or refill an empty
gas cartridge. Empty gas cartridges must be disposed
of in accordance with regulations.
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Do not drill into housing or attach rivets in order to
mark the machine. Use stickers.
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Use only original Würth fastening bolts, gas cartridges,
accessories and spare parts. The use of unauthorized
accessories can lead to serious injuries.
For Your Safety
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