Fault
The nail doesn't hold in the
base material.
Nail breakage.
The head of the nail punches
through the material fastened
(sheet metal).
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. Ask Hilti customer service or your Hilti representative for further
information.
Possible cause
Thin steel base material (< 4 mm)
Driving power is too low.
Application limit exceeded (very hard
material).
Driving power is too high.
Remedy
Use a different power setting or differ-
ent cartridge power level.
Use a nail suitable for thin steel base
material.
Increase driving power (adjust power
regulating wheel).
Use a more powerful cartridge.
Use a shorter nail.
Use a nail with a higher application
limit.
Reduce driving power (adjust the
power regulating wheel)
Use a less powerful cartridge.
Use a nail with a "top hat".
Use a nail with a washer.
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