RAMSET D60 Operator's Saffety & Operating Instruction Manual

Manual is about: SEMI-AUTOMATIC, LOW VELOCITY PISTON TYPE FASTENING TOOL

Summary of D60

  • Page 1

    This tool for use by licensed operators only. Read and obey all safety and operating instructions before operating tool. D60 tool operator’s safety & operating instruction manual semi-automatic, low velocity piston type fastening tool danger.

  • Page 2: Danger

    Danger safety introduction danger safety introduction 2 danger this tool is to be used only by properly trained and licensed operators. You must successfully complete itw ramset/red head’s training program for the tool and obtain a certified operator’s license before handling, loading or operating t...

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions danger danger safety instructions 3 preparation acceptable base materials powder actuated fastening is suit- able for use in the following base materials only: • poured concrete • structural steel • masonry joints ( see page 8) never attempt to fasten into any other type of mater...

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions danger danger safety instructions 4 loads & load selection safety 1. Always make a test fastening after being sure that the base material is suitable for powder actuated fastening. Failure to determine the correct power level to be used may result in the use of excessive power, a...

  • Page 5: Danger

    Danger danger safety instructions 5 safety instructions tool handling safety 1. Always be sure tool is operating properly before attempting to use it. Follow the “daily function check” shown to the right and described on page 9. 2. Always load tool using a disc load selected directly from a box indi...

  • Page 6: Danger

    Danger safety instructions danger safety instructions failure to follow instructions can cause injury to the tool oper- ator or to bystanders. Fastener driving safety 1. Only use the tool for fastening into a suitable base material. 2. Never fire the tool without a fastener. Firing a tool without a ...

  • Page 7: Fasteners / Loads

    Fasteners / loads fasteners / loads 7 your ramset d60 tool uses only the ramset fasteners and loads shown below or listed for the tool in the product catalog. Danger .300 head plastic fluted drive pins .300 head plastic fluted drive pins with 7/8" washer 1/4"-20 threaded studs .300 head top-hat driv...

  • Page 8: Fastening Applications

    Fastening applications fastening applications 8 fastening applications your ramset tool can be used for a wide range of fastening needs in a variety of base materials. Reading and following these important fastening guidelines will help you get the best results from your tool, fasteners, and powder ...

  • Page 9: Tool Operating Instructions

    Tool operating instructions tool operating instructions 9 tool operation daily function test always check the tool first to make sure that it does not contain a load disc or fastener. Test the tool several times by depressing the muzzle bushing fully on a hard surface and pulling the trigger. You sh...

  • Page 10: Tool Operating Instructions

    Tool operating instructions tool operating instructions 10 4. Close the cover and be sure it is locked. Never attempt to make a fastening with the tool cover in the open or unlocked position. 5. Hold the tool perpendicular (90°) to the work surface with both hands and press firmly to fully depress t...

  • Page 11: Tool Operating Instructions

    Tool operating instructions tool operating instructions 11 d60 power level adjustment the power level of the d60 tool may be adjusted for varying materials by changing the length of the barrel. Extending the barrel length reduces the driving power and shortening the length increases the driving powe...

  • Page 12

    D60l conversion / tool maintenance d60l conversion / tool maintenance 12 the standard d60 tool can be converted to the d60l tool for use in setting the 1516 (2 1/2” long) drive pin and the 1524sdb (3” long) washered drive pin by installing a special muzzle bushing and outer barrel that are longer th...

  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting troubleshooting 13 refer to parts schematic for proper assembly of parts - overdriving of fasteners - excessive power - change to next lower power level load disc color and number. - soft base material - check base material (see page 3) - tool fails to fire - failure to depress - see...

  • Page 14: Parts Schematic

    Parts schematic parts schematic 14.

  • Page 15: Parts Listing

    Parts listing parts listing 15 d60 tool parts list key part no. Description 1 5466405 spall guard 2 135000 outer barrel shroud 3 135010 outer barrel clip (pkg of 3) 4 306630 standard muzzle bushing 5 135040 rear barrel 6 306910 piston assembly 7 135050 load chamber assembly 8 307920 cocking slide 9 ...

  • Page 16: Disassembly

    Disassembly disassembly 16 tool disassembly 1. Slide the barrel assembly out of the tool until the barrel shroud clip is exposed. 2. Unscrew and remove the pawl assembly. Note the position of the notch on the pawl as the pawl is removed. The pawl must be installed at reassembly with the notch in thi...

  • Page 17: Disassembly

    Disassembly disassembly 17 unscrew the firing chamber 5. Slide the barrel assembly from the outer barrel shroud and muzzle bushing. 6. Unscrew the firing chamber from the barrel. Note: when ready to reassemble the firing chamber, do not screw it on tightly to the barrel so that it can be readily ali...

  • Page 18: Warranty

    Warranty all warranties of the products described herein, expressed or implied, including the warranty of merchantability and fitness for particular pur- poses, are specifically excluded, except for the following: ramset will repair or replace, at its sole option, any tool, part, or fastener which, ...