MODEL P3600 CAT. NO.52010/Deluxe Kit
8 P3600
Safety Precautions
Safety is your primary responsibility when operating any
powder actuated tool. You must read and understand
the contents of this manual. You must be familiar with
all functional and safety requirements of the tool. It is
your responsibility to obtain proper training and a
Powers Fasteners operator card prior to using this tool in
compliance with the current American National Standard
A10.3 Safety Requirements for Powder Actuated
Fastening Systems and the Federal Occupational Safety
and Health Administration Standards (OSHA). Existing
state or local regulations should also be followed. When
using this tool, you must have the qualified operators
card in your possession.
Revocation of card - Failure to comply with any of the
rules and regulations for safe operation of powder
actuated tools shall be cause for the immediate
revocation of your qualified operator card.
The following is a summary of safety precautions to be
followed when operating a Powers Fasteners powder
actuated tool. Failure to follow these safety instructions
can result in serious injury or death to operators
or bystanders.
PRIOR TO OPERATING THE TOOL
1. Warning signs should always be posted within the area
in which a powder actuated tool is to be used. These
signs should be at least 8" (203mm) x 10" (254mm) in
size with boldface type that is not less than 1" (26mm)
in height. The sign should state "Powder Actuated Tool
In Use".
2. Approved safety goggles should always be worn by
operator or bystander, to protect their eyes from flying
particles. Hearing protection should always be worn by
the operator and bystanders when using a powder
actuated tool. Other personal safety protection as
required should also be used.
3. Never modify or fabricate parts for use in your Powers
tool. Use only Powers Fasteners, loads, and tool parts.
4. Hands or other body parts must never be placed in front
of muzzle/barrel. Accidental discharge can cause piston
and/or fastener to pass through the operator’s hand.
5. Never compress the tool against any part of the body.
Serious injury or death may result in the event of an
accidental discharge.
6. Always point tool in a safe direction at all times.
7. Use the tool for its intended purpose only.
PREPARATION FOR LOADING THE TOOL
1. Tools must be checked prior to operating to make sure
they are not fully or partially loaded with a powder load
or fastener.
2. To insure safe operation, perform the daily function test
described in this manual. Be sure the tool is not loaded
prior to performing this test.
3. Do not operate this tool unless all its parts are in place
and operating appropriately. Never attempt to use a
malfunctioning tool. Call 1-800-524-3244 for assistance.
4. Never guess about the suitability of a base material. If
you are uncertain about the suitability of a base
material, perform a center punch test.
5. Do not operate the tool until you learn and understand
the color code / numbering system used to identify the
power level of powder loads.
OPERATING THE TOOL
1. Only use fasteners and powder loads designed for this
tool as supplied by Powers Fasteners.
2. Do not use powder actuated tools in a flammable or an
explosive atmosphere.
3. Do not fire a tool without a fastener. The piston will
impact the work surface possibly causing serious injury
to the operator or bystanders along with damage to
the tool.
4. Do not load the tool until you are ready to make a
fastening. Check the power load level before inserting it
into the tool chamber.
5. Fastener must be loaded prior to loading the powder
load, to prevent injury to operator or bystander in the
event of an accidental discharge.
6. Do not close tool against work surface. The tool should
be manually closed, with hand away from muzzle/barrel
to prevent accidental discharge.
7. Hold the tool perpendicular to the work surface at all
times. Use a spall guard wherever possible. This will limit
the possibility of fastener ricochet which could cause
serious injury or death to the operator or bystanders.
8. Always perform a test fastening with the lightest load
level designed for use in the tool. If the lightest load
fails to set the fastener, try the next highest load until
the proper level is attained. Failure to follow this
procedure may cause the fastener to be overpowered.
If this occurs, the fastener may fully penetrate the base
material causing serious injury or death to someone.
Overpowering the fastener can also damage the tool,
creating a safety hazard to both the operator
or bystanders.
9. Do not fasten into cast iron, tile, glass, or other types of
brittle materials. These materials can shatter and create
sharp fragments which may cause injury.