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Model P3X Model P3X
HANDLING THE TOOL AND POWER LOADS
1. Never leave a loaded tool unattended. Once the tool is loaded, make the fastening immediately or unload
the tool.
2. Always unload the tool before work breaks, changing parts, cleaning or servicing and when storing.
3. To prevent accidental discharge of loads, never carry the powder loads in the same container as the
fasteners or other hard objects.
4. Always store the powder loads in the containers provided or in an enclosure provided for them. Never
intermix the various power levels. Keep them segregated in clearly identified containers.
5. Powder loads should never be used in firearms. They are normally more powerful than the cartridges
supplied with the firearms.
6. Powder actuated tools and powder loads should always be stored under lock and key. Tools must be
unloaded when not in use.
TOOL MALFUNCTION
1. In the event a load fails to discharge after the trigger is pulled, the tool must be kept depressed against
the work surface for a minimum of 30 (thirty) seconds in case there is a delayed load discharge. Then
carefully remove the entire load disk and dispose of it in a can of water or other nonflammable liquid.
Never attempt to pry or force a load out of a tool chamber.
2. Never discard unfired powder loads into a trash container.
3. Do not attempt to unload or disassemble a jammed, stuck or broken tool as improper handling may
cause it to discharge and strike the operator and/or bystander. A jammed tool must be pointed in a
safe direction at all times. Tag the tool and lock it up. Call your POWERS Representative for proper
assistance.
TOOL OPERATION
CAUTION:
Be sure to read and understand all of the safety precautions and training in this manual before attempting to
operate the tool. (Check to be sure the tool is not loaded, the piston moves freely within the barrel and no
foreign objects or fasteners are within the barrel). Perform the daily function test (pg 14) before using the
tool.
OPERATION
1. Without Magazine
Always load the fastener before inserting powder load to prevent injury to the operator and/or
bystanders in the event of an accidental discharge. Place the fastener, point out, into the end of the
guide until the fluted tip fits inside. Do not use excessive force when inserting the fastener. If
excessive force is required, stop and determine why the fastener can not be inserted.
Correct the problem before proceeding.
With Magazine
Unlock magazine cover, pull the magazine cover back, insert the strip pins. Close the magazine cover.
Magazine cover will automatically lock. Do not re-load pins until all 10 pins have been used in the
magazine.
Note: Do not use fasteners longer than 60mm (with magazine) and 70mm (without magazine) as
listed in the fastener selection section of this manual (pg 7).
2. Never place your fingers or hands over muzzle end of the tool. The safe position for hands and fingers
are shown in the diagram. Hands must never be placed in front of the tool muzzle or barrel. In the
event of an accidental discharge, the piston and/or fastener can pass through the operator’s hand.
3. Lift the cover assembly by depressing the button on its side. Insert the disk load into the charge slot
so that it sits snugly in the slot and the cover assembly can be securely snapped shut over it. Set the
power adjustment to the lowest level and perform a test fastening. If the fastener does not fully set
in the base material, increase the power level in increments until proper penetration is achieved. If
proper penetration is not obtained using yellow charge at maximum power level, the next strongest
charge should be used (red charge). Operator should then follow the above procedure regarding
power level adjustment until proper penetration is achieved.
Note: Over-driving or over-powering a fastener can cause a safety hazard.
4. To make a fastening, place the tool against the work surface. Hold the tool firmly with two hands
and completely depress the barrel. Then squeeze the trigger.
Always hold the tool perpendicular to the work surface.
Hold the tool firmly against the work surface to avoid excessive recoil. Never depress the tool against
anything except the work surface.
Note: In the event the load does not discharge after the trigger is pulled, continue to hold the tool
depressed for at least 30 (thirty) seconds in case of a delayed load discharge.
Then carefully remove the entire load disk and dispose of it in a can of water or other non-flammable
liquid. Never attempt to force or pry a load out of a tool chamber. Do not discard unfired loads into a
trash container.
5. To prepare for the next fastening, point the tool in a safe direction. Insert the fastener as described in
step 1. Repeat this procedure for subsequent fastenings. When the ten-load disk has been
completely fired, remove it by pulling it from the top of the tool body. The tool must always be
emptied after use and before storage.
Note: Do not attempt to unload or disassemble a jammed, stuck or broken tool as improper handling
may cause it to discharge and strike the operator and/or bystanders. A jammed tool must be pointed
in a safe direction at all times. Tag the tool and lock it up. Call your POWERS Representative for
proper assistance.
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