Simpson PT-22GS User's Manual
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1. For modification or alterations contact Simpson Strong Tie Do not modify or alter the tool in any way unless authorized LOADING THE PT 22GS in writing by Simpson Strong Tie Never proceed with cleaning and maintenance until you are certain the tool is unloaded 1 Pull the barrel forward firmly until it stops This sets the 2 Insert the proper fastener into the muzzle of the tool Insert piston and opens the chamber area Make sure there is no powder load in the chamber 3 Insert the powder load small end first into the chamber while holding the tool muzzle end down Make sure to hold the muzzle end down and away from you BREECH FIRING THE PT 22GS 1 Place the muzzle of the PT 22GS against the work surface at 90 Do not tilt Place hand on the barrel grip so that one finger is on the trigger With the other hand press down on the tool until it is fully compressed The tool must be held firmly against the work surface and fully compressed in order to work properly Keep the tool firmly pressed against the work surface until the powder load is discharged Southwest U S A 260 N Palm Street Brea CA 92821 Home Office 5956 W Las Positas Blvd Pleasanton CA 94588 Tel 925 560 9000 e Fax 925 833 1496 Northwest U S A 5151 S Airport Way Stockton CA 95206 Tel 209 234 7775 Fax 209 234 3868 Northeast U S A Tel 714 871 8373 Fax 714 871 9167 2600 Int l2. Street Columbus OH 43228 Tel 614 876 8060 e Fax 614 876 0636 the fastener head first so that the plastic flutes are inside the muzzle The flutes center the fastener in the muzzle and hold the fastener in the tool 4 With the muzzle still pointed down push the barrel into the receiver until the tool is in the closed position 2 Squeeze the trigger on the barrel grip to discharge the tool and install the fastener NOTE If the powder load does not discharge with the first blow wait 30 seconds and follow all of the Ejection and Troubleshooting instructions below 3 After the fastening is made remove the tool from the work surface Southeast U S A Eastern Canada 2221 Country Lane McKinney TX 75069 Tel 972 542 0326 e Fax 972 542 5379 Quik Drive Factory 436 Calvert Drive Gallatin TN 37066 Tel 888 487 7845 Fax 615 451 9806 Western Canada 5 Kenview Blvd Brampton ON L6T 5G5 Tel 905 458 5538 Fax 905 458 7274 11476 Kingston St Maple Ridge BC V2X 0Y5 Tel 604 465 0296 e Fax 604 465 0297 e Barrel Assembly Nosepiece Must be cleaned and inspected daily to make sure the inside is clean and free of debris and damage Barrel Make certain the breech face and chamber are clean and free from dirt and carbon deposits Sparingly use a non flammable lubricant to lubricate the tool Excess amounts of lubricant will accelerate the build up of po
3. is protruding from the end of the muzzle after fastening the tool has been overdriven This can be caused by discharg ing the tool without a fastener in the muzzle or by using a power load that is too powerful for the base material If this occurs pull the barrel forward with some extra force and the piston will reset itself NOTE Repeatedly overdriving the piston or more past the end of the muzzle will damage the tool and void the warranty e NEVER attempt to fasten through a metal disc to use it as a washer If a washer is required use only pre assembled fasteners and washers intended for powder actuated fastening such as Simpson s PDPW or PDPWL series of fasteners e NEVER fasten through an existing hole in any fixture or material because the fastener could strike the edge of the i the Ejection st tli nole andiricochet e f the load does not discharge repeat the Ejection steps outlined above e ALWAYS remove both the load and fastener from the tool if you decide not to make a fastening once the tool is loaded e ALWAYS properly brace yourself when working on scaffolding or ladders CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE A powder actuated tool should be cleaned and maintained before and after each use to insure its proper functioning e ALWAYS check the breech faces to make sure they are clean and free from debris Excess dirt or debris on the breech faces may cause the tool to accidentally discharge causing serious injury or death
4. BILITY The term base material refers to the material to be fastened into This can either be concrete or steel It does not refer to the material you are fastening through to fix it to the base material e g wood thin steel etc Not all base materials are suitable for powder actuated fastening Some base materials are too hard may shatter or may allow the fastener to pass completely through and fly freely possibly causing serious injury or death BEFORE fastening into a base material whose properties are questionable or unknown conduct the Center Punch Test to determine suitability CENTER PUNCH TEST This test is used to determine the suitability of a specific base material for powder actuated fasten ing The test is performed by using a hammer to test drive the fastener to be used into the base material in question Strike the fastener with a solid blow If the fastener point penetrates easily or passes through the base material the material in question is too soft The fastener can pass completely through and strike someone causing serious injury or death If the point of the fastener becomes blunt the base material is too hard The fastener can ricochet and strike you or a bystander causing serious injury or death If the base material cracks or shatters it is too brittle The fastener can ricochet and strike you or a bystander causing seri ous injury or death In addition shattered debris may strike you or a bystander causing serio
5. IGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY WARNINGS AND USE EJECTING THE POWDER LOAD Eject the powder load by holding the barrel and pulling it forward rapidly The powder load will be ejected from the chamber and the piston will be reset into the firing position ready for re loading e NEVER use improper powder loads or fasteners in a powder actuated tool as they may be unsafe or damage the tool Never use powder load intended for firearms in a powder actuated tool This tool is designed for use with 22 caliber neck down crimped loads levels 1 gray through 4 yellow only Never attempt to alter modify or manufacture parts for use in the tool e Unfired powder loads must never be thrown into trash receptacles or disposed of carelessly in any way Remove the unfired powder load and place it in a container of water then safely dispose of TRASH ul Simpson P22AC 22 caliber neck down crimped load e NEVER attempt to use powder actuated fastening loads in a firearm They are more powerful than normal small arms ammunition e ALWAYS begin with the lowest level powder load Level 1 Gray color when fastening into unfamiliar base materials TROUBLESHOOTING Increase power level until a correct fastening is made Consult the table below for the correct load levels i f e If the powder load does not fire when the trigger is pulled hold the tool firmly against the
6. Strong Tie ANCHOR SYSTEMS PT 22GS Powder Actuated Tool IMPORTANT Never use this powder actuated tool without first reading and understanding the information in this manual It will help you operate the tool with the greatest safety and efficiency by providing you with an understanding of the safety features Operating principles and limitations of the tool and its use You must understand ALL operating principles safety features and fastening limitations of this tool in order to use it without risk of serious injury or death to yourself or bystanders Simpson Strong Tie disclaims any responsibility for incidents resulting from the disregard of these instructions and warnings Once you have read and understood the entire manual you must then pass a certification test administered by an authorized Simpson Strong Tie representative or taken on the Simpson Strong Tie Anchor Systems website www simpsonanchors com Always observe the safety precautions in this manual If at any time during the operation of the tool you feel as if it is not functioning properly or if you are confused in any way by these instructions STOP using the tool and call your Simpson Strong Tie representative or call Simpson directly at 800 999 5099 GENERAL INFORMATION The Simpson Strong Tie PT 22GS is referred to as a powder actuated tool because it utilizes a powder load similar to a firearm but NOT interchangeable to drive the fastener throug
7. base material for at least 30 seconds Carefully lift the tool from the base material being careful not to point it at yourself or others Load Level Load Color Simpson Part f e Remove the powder load and dispose of it in a container of water Unfired powder loads must never be thrown into 1 Gray P22AC1 trash receptacles or disposed of carelessly in any way 2 Brown P22AC2 3 Green P22AC3 4 Yellow P22AC4 as Note Not for use with 22 cal straight wall loads e ALWAYS hold the tool perpendicular 900 to the fastening surface to prevent ricocheting fasteners Make sure that the fastening area is free from debris e NEVER attempt to force or pry an unfired powder load from the breech with a sharp or pointed object as this may cause an accidental discharge e NEVER attempt to fasten to a spalled cracked or uneven surface Fasten at least 3 from the outer edge of a spalled area e NEVER fasten less than 3 from the edge of concrete or 14 from the edge of steel e NEVER attempt to disassemble a jammed tool containing a live powder load Tag the tool DO NOT USE and store it safely in a ee ie ts lock Call r Simpson Strong Tie representative for tool repair services e NEVER fasten too close to another set fastener as this can cause a ricochet Maintain a 3 spacing in concrete ockedivase Galli your simpson suong Me rap p In steel maintain a 11 2 spacing e If the piston
8. eel Hollow block or clay tile Cast Iron Glazed tile Welded areas or torch cuts Glass Natural rock LIMITED WARRANTY Simpson Strong Tie Co Inc Simpson provides this limited warranty to original purchaser This product if properly used and maintained in compliance with all instructions and warnings will be free from substantial defects in material and manufacturing for 90 days from purchase Purchaser s sole remedy is replacement upon return to Simpson within 90 days of purchase shipping prepaid WHERE LAWFUL SIMPSON DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE BEYOND THIS WARRANTY PERIOD SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU WHERE LAWFUL UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL SIMPSON BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES OR DIRECT OR INDIRECT LOSS OF ANY KIND INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO BODILY INJURY DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE SIMPSON S ENTIRE LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THIS PRODUCT SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU SIMPSON IS IN NO WAY LIABLE FOR INCIDENTS RESULTING FROM USE WITHOUT PROPER CERTIFICATION OR DISREGARD OF INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL R
9. h the object to be fastened and into the base material The PT 22GS is a low velocity indirect acting tool The tool is discharged by actuating the firing pin which discharges the powder load The expanding gases from the discharged powder load drive a captive piston which then forces the fastener into the work The PT 22GS is capable of fastening into concrete and steel The fastener enters the base material with an extreme amount of energy Do not direct this energy towards yourself or others o VC easy m GENERAL SAFETY e ALWAYS point the tool away from yourself and others e ALWAYS post warning signs when powder actuated tools are in use Signs should state Powder Actuated Tool in Use and should be posted within 50 feet of the area where the tool is being used CAUTION POWDER ACTUATED TOOLS IN USE WITHIN 50 FEET e NEVER place your hand or any other part of your body over the muzzle of the tool The fastener or piston can Cause serious injury or death in the event of an accidental discharge e ALWAYS store and transport powder actuated tools unloaded Tools and powder loads should be stored in a locked container out of the reach of children e ALWAYS wear eye ear and head protection e NEVER transport fasteners or other hard objects in the as same pocket or container with powder loads These E objects may strike the powder loads thereby setting A them off and causing seri
10. ous injury or death St e ALWAYS make sure that the area is free of bystanders before operating a powder actuated tool e NEVER drink alcoholic beverages or take medications that can impair your vision balance or judgement before operating a powder actuated tool NEVER attempt to bypass or circumvent any of the safety features on a powder actuated tool e Unfired powder loads must never be thrown into trash receptacles or disposed of carelessly in any way Remove the unfired powder load and place it in a container of water then safely dispose of NEVER load or fire the tool in an explosive atmosphere e g gas is present or when flammable materials are nearby p LD TRASH PRE USE INSPECTION BEFORE LOADING AND FIRING ALWAYS pick up a powder actuated tool as if it is loaded Always point the tool away from yourself and others Immediately open the tool to make sure that it is unloaded ALWAYS inspect the tool to make sure that it is clean and in good working order before use Make sure that the barrel is free from obstructions BEFORE loading the tool operate it a few times on a solid surface making sure all parts are moving freely ALWAYS check the barrel to make sure that you do not double load two fasteners into the tool at one time ALWAYS insert the fastener into the barrel of the tool first and then insert the powder load This will prevent misfire of the fastener during loading BASE MATERIAL SUITA
11. tive harm Keep out of reach of children If the instructions safety features limitations or warnings are unclear or confusing do not use and contact Simpson Strong Tie For technical information on powder actuated fastening systems call 800 999 5099 FIRST AID Seek medical care BARREL GRIP BARREL NOSE PIECE a l BREECH LE I PISTON 800 999 5099 This technical bulletin is effective until December 31 2009 and reflects information available as of May 1 2008 This information is updated periodically and should not be relied upon after December 31 2009 contact Simpson for current information and limited warranty or see www strongtie com Warehouses amp Manufacturing Addison IL Eagan MN Enfield CT High Point NC Jacksonville FL Kent WA Langley BC www simpsonanchors com 2008 Simpson Strong Tie Company Inc T SAS PT22GS08 5 08 exp 12 09
12. us injury or death The point of the fastener should make an indentation in the base material without blunting the tip of the fastener SOLID HAMMER BLOW T00 T00 T00 HARD sopr BRITTLE If the Center Punch Test shows the base material to be unsuitable do not fasten into it using the PT 22GS or any other powder actuated tool Doing so can cause serious injury or death e NEVER fasten into concrete that is less than 3 times the shank penetration of the fastener NEVER fasten into steel that is thinner than the shank diameter of the fastener being used Fastening into a base material that is too thin can allow the fastener to pass completely through the material and fly freely causing serious injury or death e NEVER fasten into material that is too brittle such as glass tile brick or cast iron because they can shatter causing sharp fragments and the fastener to fly freely causing serious injury or death e NEVER attempt to fasten into soft material like wood or drywall Fastening into a base material that is too soft can allow the fastener to pass completely through the material and fly freely causing serious injury or death Fastening through soft materials into an appropriate base material may be allowed if the application is appropriate a e Do not use powder actuated tools to fasten into the following materials Vertical mortar joints between brick or block Hardened or tool grade steel Brick Spring st
13. wder residue and dirt Piston Must be brushed clean daily and checked for damage or excessive wear e Firing Mechanism Breech faces Must be wiped clean with a cloth and non flammable lubricant Check carefully around the firing pin opening for dirt or carbon build up Cleaning of all parts in the firing mechanism should be conducted by an authorized Simpson Strong Tie repair facility twice annually or every 5 000 fastenings whichever comes first WARNING Avoid injury or death Read Operators Manual and obtain certification of training before use Use only as directed Follow all safety instructions including pre use inspection base material suitability operating troubleshooting maintenance and handling instructions Wear eye ear and head protection Perform Center Punch Test before use Use at a 90 angle on clean level surfaces in ventilated areas away from heat and flammable materials Brace self properly if used from scaffolding or ladder Insert fastener in empty barrel before powder load Never point towards self or others or cover muzzle with a body part Post proper signs Do not permit bystanders Transport powder loads separately from hard objects Store unloaded in a cool dry locked container Do not use if impaired by alcohol or medication Follow maintenance and disposal guidelines Wash hands thoroughly after use Contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproduc
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