Simpson PTM-27, PTM-27HD, Simpson Strong-Tie Anchor Systems P27SL4

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This manual describes the proper use of the PTM-27 and PTM-27HD and

the safe operating procedures for them; however, THINKING IS YOUR

RESPONSIBILITY. You must understand ALLoperating principles, safety

features and fastening limitations of these tools, to use them without risk

of serious injury or death to yourself or bystanders.

REMEMBER: Do not operate this tool until you study and understand this

manual completely and become trained and certified to operate it by an

authorized Simpson Strong-Tie instructor.

There are two types of Powder Actuated Tools:

CAUTION: The PTM-27 and PTM-27HD are capable of fastening into concrete

and/or steel. The fastener enters the work surface with an extreme amount of

energy. Make certain not to misdirect the energy.

This type tool uses the expanding gases of the power load to push

a captive piston which in turn forces the fastener into the work.

The PTM-27 and PTM-27HD are indirect acting tools.

This type tool uses the expanding gases of the power load to

directly force the fastener down the barrel and into the work.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SELECTING FASTENERS AND LOADS

OPERATING PRINCIPLE

2. POWER LOAD SELECTION

1. The PTM-27 and PTM-27HD are designed to use 4 levels of powder loads,

each identified by a number and color as follows:

For PTM-27 and PTM-27HD / .27 caliber strip loads

.27 CALIBER STRIP LOAD - BRASS CARTRIDGE

2. When making a test fastening start with the lightest load first going up one

level at a time until the proper level is attained.

3. WARNING - Do Not Overpower, doing so many cause the fastener to break

and ricochet or pass completely through material and escape.

4. Do not attempt to force a load into the chamber of a tool.

Failure to observe these or any other warnings in this manual may result in

serious injury or death.

Simpson Strong-Tie power loads are

color-coded for safety and identification

purposes. Power level should be noted

before selecting and/or using load.

In addition each box of power loads is

labeled with an indicator dial denoting

the energy level on a scale from 1

(lowest) to 12 (highest). Power loads

numbered 1 through 6 have a brass

case, and those numbered 7 through 12

have a nickel case finish.

Simpson Strong-Tie Part #

P27SL2

P27SL3

P27SL4

P27SL5

Power Level

Color

BROWN

GREEN

YELLOW

RED

P27SL4 100/YELLOW

POWER LEVEL

6.8 X 11MM

BRASS NICKEL

POWER LEVEL

.27 CAL.