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RAMSET MD380 Operator's Safety & Operating Instruction Manual

Manual is about: SINGLE SHOT, LOW VELOCITY PISTON TYPE FASTENING TOOL

Summary of MD380

  • Page 1

    This tool for use by licensed operators only. Read and obey all safety and operating instructions before operating tool. Md380 tool operator’s safety & operating instruction manual single shot, 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 power load selected directly from a box ind...

  • 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 md380 tool uses only the ramset fasteners and loads shown below or listed for the tool in the product catalog . Danger 3/8” head diameter drive pins never use any other types of fasteners or loads in the md380 tool. Use of other types of fasteners or...

  • 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 or fastener. Test the tool several times by depressing the muzzle bushing fully on a hard surface and pulling the trigger. You should ...

  • Page 10: Tool Operating Instructions

    Tool operating instructions tool operating instructions 10 4. With the barrel fully open, and the receiver clear, insert a powder load into the chamber and close the tool to the semi-closed position. Never attempt to close the tool by exerting force on the front end of the barrel. Never place your h...

  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting troubleshooting 11 refer to parts schematic for proper assembly of parts - overdriving of fasteners - excessive power - change to next lower power level load color and number. - soft base material - check base material (see page 3) - tool fails to fire - failure to depress - see “ to...

  • Page 12: Parts Schematic

    Parts schematic parts schematic 12.

  • Page 13: Parts Listing / Maintenance

    Parts listing / maintenance md380 tool parts list key part no. Description 1 315370 spall guard 2 315310 thread protector 3 315350 heat resistant shield 4 315180 retaining ring 5 312650 o-ring 6 315240 muzzle bushing shroud & 0-ring 7 315190 muzzle bushing 8 312650 o-ring 9 315120 buffer 10 315160 p...

  • Page 14: Disassembly

    Disassembly disassembly 14 tool disassembly 1. After being sure that the tool is not loaded and having removed the spall guard, unscrew the thread protector and plastic heat shield. It will be necessary to hold the muzzle bushing shroud to keep it from turning while removing the heat shield. 2. Slid...

  • Page 15: Disassembly

    Disassembly disassembly 15 remove ejector spring clip and ejector 6. Push the ejector spring clip out of the clip groove far enough to grasp it with your fingers. Note the alignment of the flats in the barrel with the slots in the ejector. Pull the ejector clip off the ejector and slide the ejector ...

  • Page 16: 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, ...