RAMSET FrameBoss pat003 Instruction Manual

Manual is about: Powder Actuated Tool

Summary of FrameBoss pat003

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    Important before operating any ramset ™ low velocity powder actuated tool, ramset ™ strongly recommends that, in addition to reading and understanding this instruction booklet, all users obtain personal instruction and training from a ramset ™ representative. Powder actuated tools are sometimes subj...

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual.

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    The ramset™ powder actuated (p.A.) fastening system 2 useful words 3 safety 4 general safety 4 what to do if a p.A. Tool misfires 5 what to do if the strip is not indexing consistently 5 what to do if a p.A. Tool jams 5 operational safety 6 fastener selection 7 power load selection 8 fastener settin...

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual the ramset ™ powder actuated (p.A.) fastening system the ramset™powder actuated (p.A.) fastening system, also known as the explosive powered tool system, is an innovative approach to fastening construction materials to concrete, steel or brick. By using a controlled p...

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual useful words power load: a cased cartridge of explosive charge designed specifically for powder actuated tools. Also known as the power load. These may be individual, in the case of the jobmaster™ or fed to the tool in strip form, as in other tools. Cycling: returning...

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual safety safety should always be the first priority when using the ramset™powder actuated (p.A.) system. Because an explosive charge is involved, the whole work area must be made safe before work is begun. General safety the tool should never be available to unauthorise...

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual what to do if a p.A. Tool misfires if a tool misfires, continue to hold the tool against the work surface for a minimum of 10 seconds. (regulations in the uk require that the tool be held against the work surface for a minimum of 30 seconds) . After this time release ...

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual operational safety ramset™low velocity powder actuated (p.A.) tools are designed for the following applications: 1. Setting drive pins through material (wood, light gauge metal, hardboard, insulation etc) into masonry materials or steel greater than 4 millimetres thic...

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual fastener selection drive pins and threaded studs are the fasteners used in ramset™powder actuated (p.A.) tools. Drive pins are best suited to general fastening and the length of the pin that should be used is an important factor. Threaded studs are best used when addi...

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual the ramset™power loads that are suitable for use in standard ramset™low velocity powder actuated (p.A.) tools are listed below. They are graded according to the strength of the power they provide. Weak (green) - can be used with all ramset™ powder actuated (p.A.) tool...

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual fastener setting for flush timber fixing (i.E. No washer), the fastener is correctly set when the head of the fastener is flush with the surface of the timber. When fixing to thinner materials the fastener is correctly set when the under side of the fastener head is i...

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual standard operating procedure note: refer to safety precautions before attempting to operate the tool. 4. Fire the tool. Press the fastener guide firmly against the work surface, call `firing’ to alert those nearby, and pull the trigger. 5. Check the fastener has been ...

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual trouble shooting most commonly, problems are caused by over driving due to poor fastener or charge selection. It is wise to consider these two factors as the first options in trouble shooting. Problem fastener over driven fastener under driven rough action reduction o...

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual if a fastening is no longer required, it may be necessary to remove the protruding section of a fastened drive pin. As p.A. Drive pins are manufactured with high tensile steel, when they are subjected to excessive stress they may break in a violent manner. When a driv...

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual inspection / tool maintenance caution: the tool may become hot during operation. Tool maintenance should be performed when the tool has cooled down to avoid the possibility of receiving burns to hands. 1. Ensure that no power loads are loaded in the tool. Remove the p...

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual site preparation • ensure tool is ready for use. • clear people from local area. • erect warning signs. • check the area is safe for the use of p.A. Tools, i.E. Free from inflammable gases, explosive materials etc. • check that the material to be fixed into is suitabl...

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual order no: frameboss frameboss ™ tool, carry case, safety glasses, maintenance kit and instruction manual. Toolkitcontents pistonreturnspring(x1) pistonbuffer(x1) safetyglasses fastenerguideassembly p.A.Toollubricatingoil maintenancekit spallguard frameboss tm tool kit...

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    Productrange-accessories partno description packqty referpg18 piston 1 referpg18 pistonbuffer(x2) 1 referpg18 pistonreturnspring(x2) 1 referpg18 fastenerguideassembly 1 referpg18 magazineassembly 1 referpg18 spallguard 1 pa9316 p.A.Lubricatingandreleaseoil 1 pbt drivepinremovaltool 1 pa1613 safetygl...

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    Productrange-drivepinsforstructuralsteel partno description drivepinlength timberthickness packqty sc950 timbertostructuralsteelpin 50mm 35mm 100 sc950w frame&trusswasheredpin 50mm 35mm 100 sc960 timbertostructuralsteelpin 60mm 45mm 100 sc960w frame&trusswasheredpin 60mm 45mm 100 productrange-washer...

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual appendix a - tool identification frameboss ™ itemno. Sparepartno. 1 pa37023 spallguard(notshown) 2 pa37040 fastenerguideassembly 3 pa37038 magazineassembly 4 010982 pistonreturnspring(x1) 5 010983 pistonbuffer(x2) 6 pa37037 piston 7 pa37007 barrelassembly 8 n/a rearto...

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual appendix b - tool use assessment practical knowledge there are two parts to the assessment process: 1. Practical knowledge questions - these questions are designed to test your knowledge of using ramset™powder actuated (p.A.) tools. They will be given to you on the da...

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual pat003 - assessment assessment questions 1. When and where should a p.A. Tool be loaded and unloaded? 2. Explain why a p.A. Tool must not be fired at an angle other than 90° to the work surface. 3. Why should you never hold the tool with your hand over the muzzle/fast...

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual frame b oss tm tool service log r ecords model number: purchased from: date: serial number: purchaser’s name: company name: address: signature: trade: 22.

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual frame b oss tm tool service log r ecords (con’t.) date ty pe of se rvi ce hours details of service status signature used show components replaced 23.

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    Frame b oss tm tool service log r ecords (con’t.) date ty pe of se rvi ce hours details of service status signature used show components replaced frame boss ™ instruction manual 24.

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    Frame boss ™ instruction manual ramset ™ powder actuated (p.A.) tools return this warranty registration card to ramset ™ model number: serial number: purchased from: date: i agree that the terms set out in the warranty shall apply to the sale and purchase of the product described above. Purchaser’s ...

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