DeWalt P2201 - Operator Qualification Examination; Examination Questions; License and Warranty Activation

Model P2201 Cat. No. DDF211022P
P2201
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☐ Check the correct answer
1 It is necessary to read the Operator’s Manual prior
to operating a D
EWALT low velocity tool.
☐ True ☐ False
2 When fastening into concrete, the base material
should be greater than the shank penetration by at
least:
☐ 1 time ☐ 2 times ☐ 3 times
3 When operating a powder actuated tool, your hand
should never be placed:
☐ around the tool body
☐ in front of the tool muzzle
☐ over the tool handle
4 To determine the suitability of a base material, use
the fastener as a center punch.
• Ifthefastenerisblunted,donotfasten;thematerial
is too:
☐ soft ☐ hard ☐ brittle
• Ifthefastenerpenetrateseasily,donotfasten;the
material is too:
☐ soft ☐ hard ☐ brittle
• Ifthematerialcracksorshatters,donotfasten;the
material is too:
☐ soft ☐ hard ☐ brittle
5 Unsafe applications for powder actuated tools may
be caused by which of the following?
☐ a soft base material
☐ improper powder load
☐ fastening too close to an unsupported edge
☐ a malfunctioning tool
☐ fastening into a spalled area
☐ fastening through a pre-existing hole
☐ all of the above
6 Which one of the following building materials is not
suitable as a receiving material (base material) for
powder actuated fasteners?
☐ sheet rock ☐ wood ☐ fiberglass
☐ sheet metal ☐ all of the above
7 When considering the safety of a particular
application, the operator must think about:
☐ the base material
☐ the powder load power level
☐ the operator’s safety
☐ the safety of bystanders and fellow workers
☐ all of the above
8 The proper loading procedure is: insert fastener first,
powder load second. The fastener should always be
placed in the tool prior to the load.
☐ True ☐ False
9 Which one of the following materials is usually
suitable for powder actuated fastenings?
☐ poured concrete ☐ hollow tile
☐ surface hardened steel ☐ glazed brick
10 In concrete, a fastener should be driven no closer to
an unsupported edge than:
☐ 1/2” ☐ 1-1/2” ☐ 3”
11 Fishhooking is a condition which can occur when
a powder actuated fastener strikes a piece of hard
aggregate or very hard concrete, bends and comes
out of the work surface. A fishhook can cause a
serious injury or death.
☐ True ☐ False
12 Placing a hand over the muzzle bushing of a
loaded tool can result in serious injury from piston
overdrive or an escaping fastener if the tool is
discharged accidentally.
☐ True ☐ False
13 Piston overdrive is caused by overpowering of
the tool or by discharging the tool against a soft
surface.
☐ True ☐ False
14 Malfunctioning tools cannot be used and must be
removed from service immediately.
☐ True ☐ False
15 After conducting a Center Punch Test,the best
way to check the base material is to set several
fasteners using the least powerful load.
☐ True ☐ False False
16 Eye protection and hearing protection should not be
worn by the operator and any necessary bystanders
when using the tool.
☐ True ☐ False
17 A powder actuated tool cannot be safely used in an
explosive or flammable atmosphere.
☐ True ☐ False
18 List the proper powder load level number
(1-6) next to each color listed.
Red ___ Brown ___ Green ___
Yellow ___ Gray ___ Purple ___
19 The weakest power level should be used when
making the first fastening.
☐ True ☐ False
20 You can fasten into welded areas of steel.
☐ True ☐ False
P2201
• Theproperprocedureifapowderloadfailstoignite
is to hold the tool against the work surface and wait
30 seconds, then proceed exactly as directed in the
Operator’s Manual.
☐ True ☐ False
• D
EWALT powder loads for the P2100 are .22
caliber, “A” tapered, neck down, rim fire, short
crimped cartridges. No other powder load may be
used in this tool.
☐ True ☐ False
• OperatorsshouldnevercompresstheP2201orany
other powder actuated tool against any part of their
body.
☐ True ☐ False
• IfapistonbufferfortheP2201becomesdeformed,
simply remove it, and use the tool without the
buffer?
☐ True ☐ False
OPERATOR’S NAME
HOME ADDRESS
AGE DATE OF BIRTH
COMPANY NAME
COMPANY ADDRESS
COMPANY PHONE
SIGNATURE DATE
QUALIFIED TOOL OPERATOR EXAMINATION
LICENSE AND WARRANTY ACTIVATION
THE P2201 TOOL IS WARRANTED FOR 3 YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE ON MANUFACTURERS DEFECTS.
I certify that I have read and understand the P2201 Tool Operating Instruction Manual and have taken the Operator’s exam. I understand the
importance of following all safety procedures and that failure to read, comprehend, and follow the detailed rules and warnings regarding the
safe operation of powder actuated tools can result in serious injury or death to the tool operator or bystanders. I agree to conform to all the
rules and regulations regarding the use of powder actuated tools.
(Please print clearly)
THE SERIAL NUMBER ON MY TOOL IS:
PLEASE SEND MY TOOL LICENSE TO:
NAME
ADDRESS
CITY STATE ZIP PHONE
MAIL TO: Tool License Coordinator • D
EWALT, Inc.• 2 Powers Lane, Brewster, NY 10509
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