RAMSET FrameBoss pat003 Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT

Before operating any Ramset™ Low Velocity Powder Actuated Tool, Ramset™ strongly recommends
that, in addition to reading and understanding this instruction booklet, all users obtain personal
instruction and training from a Ramset

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representative. Powder Actuated Tools are sometimes
subject to control by Government Regulations. Check the regulations in your State, Territory and local
government area before using the tool as a license or specific training may be required. Your Ramset

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supplier can advise you on this matter. Except as required by statute, the manufacturer disclaims all
responsibility for any incidents which may result from the disregard of these operation procedures and
maintenance instructions, or the disregard of any local or statutory authority regulations pertaining to
the use of Powder Actuated Tools. Ramset

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Low Velocity Powder Actuated Tools should never be used

for any other purpose other than the applications described in this instruction booklet.

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PAT003: FrameBoss™ Powder Actuated Tool

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The Ramset™ Powder Actuated (P.A.) Fastening System 2

Useful Words 3

Safety 4

General Safety 4

What to do if a P.A. Tool Misfires 5

What to do if the strip is not indexing consistently 5

What to do if a P.A. Tool Jams 5

Operational Safety 6

Fastener Selection 7

Power Load Selection 8

Fastener Setting 9

Standard Operating Procedure 10

Trouble Shooting 11

Drive Pin / Fastener Removal 12

Inspection / Tool Maintenance 13

Site Preparation 14

Tool Inspection 14

FrameBoss™ Tool Kit 15

Technical Data 15

FrameBoss™ Product Range 16-17

Appendix A - Tool Identification 18-19

Appendix B - Tool Use Assessment 20

PAT003 – Assessment Questions 21

Service Log Records 22-24

Contents

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The Ramset™ Powder Actuated (P.A.) Fastening System

The Ramset™ Powder Actuated (P.A.) Fastening
System, also known as the explosive powered
tool system, is an innovative approach to fastening
construction materials to concrete, steel or brick.
By using a controlled power load to deliver the
fastener directly to the materials, it eliminates the
need for drilling, plugging and bolting etc.

The latest Ramset™ P.A. tools - FrameBoss™,
FormMaster™, FrameMaster™ (TS750P),
JobMaster™, TyMaster™, FixMaster™ (TS60P),
Rocket, InsulFast™ and DekMaster™ - use the
new low velocity indirect acting system to deliver a
powerful strike on the fastener.

The low velocity indirect acting system allows
more control over the power supplied to the
fastener as the driving action stops when all the
energy is consumed in fastening, or when the
piston reaches the end of its stroke. This limits
the potential free-flight (projectile) velocity of the
fastener. This is one of the ways in which the
Ramset™ indirect acting P.A. system is designed
to limit the risk of injury provided that the tool is
operated correctly.

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Useful Words

Power Load:
A cased cartridge of explosive charge designed
specifically for Powder Actuated Tools. Also
known as the Power Load. These may be
individual, in the case of the JobMaster™ or fed
to the tool in strip form, as in other tools.

Cycling:
Returning the piston to the rear of the barrel in
preparation for firing.

Drive Pin:
A special purpose fastener designed to be driven
into, against or through a substrate by a P.A. tool.

Indexing:
The process of bringing the next Power Load
contained within a strip into position ready for firing.

Misfire:
When the trigger is pulled after the tool has been
depressed against the work surface and the tool
does not fire. Refer to page 5 for instructions to
follow in the event of a misfire.

Powder Actuated (P.A.):
Simply means the energy to drive the fastener
is provided by a cased cartridge in the form of
a Power Load. (Also referred to as explosive
powered).

Spalling:
Cracking or breaking of concrete at a fixing point.
Refer to page 6 for precautions for fastening near
spalled concrete.

Threaded Stud:
A type of drive pin which has a thread. A nut and
washer are attached and tightened after the stud
has been fastened. Refer to page 7.

TwistLok™:
The patented design for ease of tool assembly.

Tool Jam:
When the barrel of the tool is closed around the
Power Load and is not free to move forward when
released from the work surface. Refer to page 5
for instructions to follow in the event of a tool jam.

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Safety

Safety should always be the first priority when
using the Ramset™ Powder Actuated (P.A.) system.
Because an explosive charge is involved, the whole
work area must be made safe before work is begun.

General Safety

The tool should never be available to unauthorised
users. When not in use it should be kept in a
lockable container. As a precaution, people who
are less than 18 years old should not operate
powder actuated tools.

To minimise the risk of unintentional firing:

• Never place a hand or any other part of the

body over the fastener guide, whether the tool
is loaded or unloaded.

• Never point the tool at anything other than the

materials to be fastened.

• Only load the tool at the place where it will be

used and when it is ready for immediate use

• Always unload the tool before it is moved

• Always unload the tool before it is laid down.

• Always point the barrel at the ground until firing,

Always display a suitable warning notice, in a
clearly visible location, showing Powder Actuated
(P.A.) Tools will be used in the area. This
notice should conform to relevant government

regulations. Available from Ramset™. (Part No.
PAWS8 “CAUTION - EXPLOSIVE POWERED
TOOL IN USE”).

Always wear suitable hearing and eye protection
to Australian Standards as listed in AS1873. Any
other people nearby must also be wearing hearing
and eye protection.

Keep other people away from the immediate
vicinity of the firing place, (6 metres).

WARNING:
NEVER PLACE
HAND OVER
FASTENER
GUIDE

ALWAYS WEAR HEARING AND EYE
PROTECTION

Always check the barrel is free of obstructions
before loading.

ALWAYS CALL “FIRING” IMMEDIATELY
BEFORE FIRING A TOOL, TO ALERT PEOPLE
NEARBY.

Keep the Power Loads away from all other metal
objects, (do not carry pins and Power Loads in
the same container or packet) excessive heat and
other explosive materials.

The Power Loads are designed for use in
Ramset™ Powder Actuated (P.A.) tools. Power
Loads must never be used in firearms. Any
attempts to do so may cause injury.

Never place your hand over the fastener guide,

even without a fastener, when the tool is actuated
the piston may extend out of the barrel by up to

15mm. Even without a piston in the tool the high

pressure gases can be dangerous.

ALWAYS UNLOAD A Powder Actuated (P.A.)
TOOL WHEN NOT IN USE

Make sure the tool is at right-angles (90°) in
both directions, to the working surface. If used
at the incorrect angle, the fired fastener may
unintentionally ricochet off the work surface.
To avoid a risk of injury to yourself or to others,
Powder Actuated (P.A.) tools must never be fired
at any angle other than 90° to the work surface.

Always have your body directly behind the tool,
to make sure it is correctly aligned, and never use
the tool with extended reach.

Do not depress the tool in any manner except
against the work surface, even when inserting a
drive pin or threaded stud into the fastener guide
of a Powder Actuated (P.A.) Tool.

NEVER DEPRESS THE FASTENER GUIDE OF
A TOOL WITH YOUR HAND

ONLY EVER DEPRESS THE FASTENER
GUIDE OF A P.A. TOOL AGAINST THE
WORK SURFACE

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What to do if a
P.A. Tool Misfires

IF A TOOL MISFIRES, CONTINUE TO HOLD
THE TOOL AGAINST THE WORK SURFACE
FOR A MINIMUM OF 10 SECONDS.

(Regulations in the UK require that the tool be
held against the work surface for a minimum of
30 seconds). After this time release the tool

from the work surface but continue to point the
fastener guide towards the work surface. Remove
the power load or power load strip as per normal
operation. If the power load strip can be removed
normally without any unusual effort or force;
return the power load or entire power load strip
to supplier/Ramset™ in a safe manner. If the
power load cannot be extracted from the tool in
the usual manner return the entire tool and power
load/s in an enclosed metal container. If a tool
misfires repeatedly over consecutive power load
strips, then the tool should be returned for service
with the power load strip immediately.

What to do if the strip
is not indexing
consistently

Return tool to Ramset™ immediately for
inspection/service.

In these circumstances NEVER send these items

through the post.

What to do if a
P.A. Tool Jams

In the event that a tool becomes jammed, (which
can be identified by the barrel remaining in the
most rearward position even when the tool is
removed from the work surface). This situation is
also evident by the fastener guide not protruding
from the front of the tool. The following steps
should be taken.

If the power load enclosed by the barrel has
been detonated then an attempt may be made to
release the barrel as described in the section of

this booklet entitled “Tool Maintenance”. If this is

not successful then the tool should be returned to
Ramset™ in the manner stipulated below.

If the power load enclosed by the barrel has

NOT been detonated then it is important that
no attempt be made to cycle the tool. Extreme

care should be taken where the tool is pointing
and hands should be kept well clear of the front
section of the tool. Return the entire tool and
power load/s in an enclosed metal container to
supplier/Ramset™.

In these circumstances NEVER send these items

through the post.

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Operational Safety

Ramset™ Low Velocity Powder Actuated (P.A.)
Tools are designed for the following applications:

1. Setting drive pins through material (wood,
light gauge metal, hardboard, insulation etc) into
masonry materials or steel greater than
4 millimetres thick.

2. Setting threaded studs into masonry materials
or steel greater than 4 millimetres thick, for the
attachment of pre-drilled material (wood, metal,
plastics, insulation etc) with a nut and washer.

Never use a Powder Actuated (P.A.) Tool:

• In the presence of any explosive or flammable

gas, dust, or vapour. Do not use a P.A. Tool in
these circumstances.

• In a compressed atmosphere such as a

pressurised vessel. Do not use a P.A. Tool in
these circumstances.

• Where the charge may be made dangerous by

the presence of excessive heat, (temperatures
above 50°C). Do not use a P.A. Tool in these
circumstances.

Fasteners should not be driven into BRICK,
CONCRETE etc:

• Closer than 75mm to an edge or hole

• If the material is less than 100mm thick, or less

than three times the shank penetration into the
base material, which ever is the lesser.

• Closer than 150mm to a failed fastener.

• Closer than 75mm to another fastener.

Fasteners should not be driven into STEEL:

• Closer than 13mm to an edge.

• Closer than 25mm to another fastener.

• Closer than 100mm to a heat affected zone

such as a weld.

• If the steel is less than 4mm thick, unless for

fastening into thinner steel, the shank diameter
of the fastener is less than the thickness of the
steel.

• Never use wood, fibreboard, plaster or any soft

material, including mortar, as the base material,
unless the material is backed by steel

Never fire fasteners:

• Into brittle or hard materials such as glazed brick,

tile, terracotta, marble, granite, slate or glass

• Into hardened steel, high-tensile steel, cast iron,

heat-treated steel

• Into pressurised vessels such as gas bottles or

compressed air cylinders

• Into a spalled area in masonry where a fastener

has failed, or

• Into an existing hole unless the tool has been

fitted with a Ramset™ alignment device.

Spall Shield

A spall shield is available and can be easily
attached when required to prevent small
fragments of concrete being propelled towards
the user.

Test for Suitability of Base Material

If there is a doubt as to the suitability of a base
material, the following simple test should be
performed prior to any fixings being attempted
with the Ramset™ tool. (This test is particularly
useful when fixing into steel of an unknown
hardness/composition).

1. Using a Ramset™ Powder Actuated fastener
as a centre punch with a standard hammer
attempt to make a mark on the base material.

2. Inspect the point of the powder actuated
fastener for damage.

3. If the base material has dulled/flattened the

point of the Powder Actuated fastener then NO

attempt should be made to fire the Ramset™
tool into the base material. If the fastener remains
intact and has made an impression in the base
material then a trial fixing may be attempted.

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Fastener Selection

Drive pins and threaded studs are the fasteners
used in Ramset™ Powder Actuated (P.A.) tools.

Drive pins are best suited to general fastening and
the length of the pin that should be used is an
important factor.

Threaded studs are best used when additional
fixtures will be attached to the surface and may
need to be removable. The length of the thread is
an important consideration as well as the length
of the stud.

It is unsafe to use any other fasteners than those
that are recommended for use in a particular tool.

The selection of the correct fastener depends on
the material the fixture is being fastened to and
the thickness of the fixture.

Attaching fixtures to steel

It is important for the drive pin or threaded stud
to fully penetrate the steel to provide maximum
holding strength for a pull-out load.

THE GUIDE FOR FIXING TO STEEL IS:

For steels of 4mm to 8mm, the required
length is calculated by adding together
the fixture thickness, the thickness of the
steel, and adding 6mm (to allow for full
penetration).

For steel over 8mm, the required length is
calculated by adding 12mm to the fixture
thickness.

Attaching fixtures to concrete

It is important for the drive pin or threaded stud
to become sufficiently embedded in the concrete
for the attachment to be successful. The depth of
embedment required is calculated by multiplying
the diameter of the shank of the pin or stud by a
factor of 6 to 8 times. The depth of embedment is
generally 22mm to 30mm for standard Ramset™
LDU (3.8mm shank) pins.

The required length for a drive pin or threaded
stud is calculated as the thickness of the fixture
plus the depth of embedment.

THE GUIDE FOR FIXING TO CONCRETE IS:

• fixture thickness + 25mm,

• then select the closest size which is

equal or longer.

Fastening through a disc

On occasions a disc, or washer, is used to
give the fastener a larger head to increase its
effectiveness on softer materials such as wood,
light gauge metals and non-metals. It may also be
used to give a larger clamping area.

They are also used when fixing to concrete to
reduce the spall area, cover what spall area is left
and eliminate spall fragments.

Using a washer greatly increases the life of the

piston in a Low Velocity Tool.

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The Ramset™ power loads that are suitable for
use in standard Ramset™ Low Velocity Powder
Actuated (P.A.) Tools are listed below. They are
graded according to the strength of the power
they provide.

WEAK (green) - can be used with all Ramset™
Powder Actuated (P.A.) tools

MEDIUM (yellow) - can be used with all Ramset™
Powder Actuated (P.A.) tools

STRONG (red) - can be used with all Ramset™
Powder Actuated (P.A.) tools

NOTE: For special applications; other charges

may be available on request

The FrameBoss™, Rocket, TwistLok™,
FormMaster™ and TyMaster™ tools use a strip
of power loads while the JobMaster™ uses
individual power loads.

To find the most appropriate power load for
the job, use the green/weakest power load and
set the power adjustment, if applicable, to the
minimum setting. Gradually increase power and
load strength as required to obtain a suitable
fixing.

Other Power Controls

The FrameBoss™, Rocket,
FrameMaster™ (TS750P), FixMaster™ (TS60P)
and FormMaster™ tools also have the feature
of variable power adjustment. This provides
the operator with more control over the power
delivered to the fastener.

Power Level Adjustment

• Precise control of driving power is provided by

the use of the power adjustment.

• Before use always set the power adjustment to

the minimum setting. (A)

• Select the required power setting by advancing

the power indicator to the ‘+’ symbol by
rotating the adjuster wheel anti clockwise. (B)

The colour coding of the charges is industry
standard. As such, people who are colour blind
and/or cannot distinguish between the different
power load strengths/colours should not operate
powder actuated tools.

Power Load Selection

Part No. Colour Strength Pack Qty

PLSGR22 Green Weak 100
PLSYW22 Yellow Medium 100
PLSRD22 Red Strong 100

B

A

The FrameBoss™ variable power adjustment.

B

A

Variable power adjustment on the

FormMaster™ and TwistLok™ tools.

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Fastener Setting

For flush timber fixing (i.e. no washer), the fastener
is correctly set when the head of the fastener is
flush with the surface of the timber.

When fixing to thinner materials the fastener is
correctly set when the under side of the fastener
head is in contact with the material surface with
only minor deformation of the material.

The fastener is over driven if:

• the head is excessively embedded into the

fixing material, or

• the shank of the fastener is damaged or broken

during driving.

If the fastener is over driven, reduce power by
selecting a lower strength power load or adjusting
the power setting (if applicable).

If the fastener is under driven by a tool with power
adjustment, increase the power by increasing the
power setting until a suitable fixing is achieved. If
the maximum setting is reached, move the wheel
back to the minimum position and use the next
strength power load and repeat the process.

If the fastener is under driven by tools without
power adjustment, increase the power by using
the next strength power load.

Pin selection and correct setting

The correct selection and setting of the drive pin
is critical with all low velocity tools to ensure a
secure fixing and long tool life.

This illustration shows a threaded stud and
a drive pin holding timber to concrete.

z

x

y

This illustration shows a threaded stud and
a drive pin holding timber to steel.

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Standard Operating Procedure

Note: Refer to safety precautions before attempting to operate the tool.

4. Fire the tool.

Press the fastener guide firmly
against the work surface,

Call `FIRING’ to alert those

nearby, and pull the trigger.

5. Check the fastener has

been correctly set.

(See Fastener Setting, page 9)

3. Take up the correct firing
stance.

Make sure the tool is at right
angles (90º) in both directions
to the work surface. Your body
should be directly behind the
tool in a balanced posture.

6. Adjust the power, if
necessary.

Increase power by increasing
power setting. When maximum
setting is reached, move wheel
back to minimum position and
insert next strength power load.

7. Repeat steps 1,3,4,5 and 6

for the next fixing point.

8. Repeat step 2 after every
10 fixings.

1b. Tool fitted with fastener

magazine.

1 - Press the magazine release

button.

2 - Slide the magazine cover

down.

3 - Insert Ramset™ collated

drive pins.

4 - Push the magazine cover

back into the closed
position.

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2. Insert the power load.

With the tool in the closed
position insert a power load
strip into the cavity in the base
of the rubber handle and push
it in until the flat of your finger
tip is firmly against the handle
recess. The first power load is
now aligned with the chamber
prior to cocking.
Note: Always use the lowest
strength power load and lowest
power setting first, for a firing
test, then adjust the power to
suit the job.

PUSH

1. Select and insert the
fastener.

Select the correct fastener for
the application (see Fastener
Selection, page 7). Point the tool
down and away from yourself
and any other person.

1a. Tool fitted with single
shot fastener guide.

Insert a fastener, HEAD FIRST

into the fastener guide at the
front end of the tool, making
sure the fastener guide stays in
the forward position.

PUSH

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Trouble Shooting

Most commonly, problems are caused by over driving due to poor fastener or charge selection. It is wise
to consider these two factors as the first options in trouble shooting.

PROBLEM

Fastener over driven

Fastener under driven

Rough action

Reduction or loss of power

Tool misfire

Do not remove the tool
from the work surface
for at least 10 seconds

Tool Jam

Cartridge strip does not
index in tool

Cartridge strip melts

Cartridge falls out of the strip

LIKELY CAUSE(S)

Too much power

Fastener too short

Too little power

Fastener too long

Excessive carbon build up

Piston not returning to position

Faulty piston circlip

Build up of dirt in tool

Broken piston

Failure of tool to depress
completely

Cartridge strip damaged

Problem with tool, or faulty
charge / power load

Damage to power load chamber

Cartridge strip damaged

Strip index mechanism damaged

Tool overheated - fastening rate
too high

“Hot” tool compressed for too

long

ACTION

Use a low strength power load
or use the power adjustment
feature if applicable

Select the correct fastener

Use a higher strength power
load or use the power
adjustment feature if applicable

Select the correct fastener

Pull down, clean and lightly oil
tool

Check the length of the piston
Return Spring (Refer to page 13)

Remove piston. Replace piston
circlip

Clean tool parts

Replace piston

Disassemble tool and check all
parts for correct assembly after
first removing the power loads

Remove and replace with new
cartridge strip

Refer to page 5

Refer to page 5

Refer to page 5

Refer to page 5

Allow the tool to cool.
Disassemble tool to increase
rate of cooling. (p13)

Reduce fastening rate

Compress tool for a shorter
period of time

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If a fastening is no longer required, it may be
necessary to remove the protruding section of a
fastened drive pin.

As P.A. drive pins are manufactured with high
tensile steel, when they are subjected to excessive
stress they may break in a violent manner.

When a drive pin is broken it is possible for a
fragment of the drive pin to separate from the
remainder of the drive pin at high velocity

If P.A. drive pins need to be removed after they
have been fastened to solid material, Ramset™
recommends that they should be removed /
broken with a Ramset™ Pin Breaking Tool.

(Part Number: PBT) The use of a Ramset™ Pin

Breaking Tool ensures that all fragments of a
drive pin are contained within the tool during the
removal process.

NEVER USE A HAMMER OR OTHER SIMILAR
TOOL TO REMOVE P.A. DRIVE PINS.

ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN
REMOVING P.A. DRIVE PINS.

Drive Pin / Fastener Removal

1. Ensure that eye protection is

being worn by everyone in the
vicinity where the drive pin is to
be broken / removed.

2. Place the Ramset™ Pin
Breaking Tool over the pin that
is protruding from the work
surface.

3. Using the Pin Breaking Tool
bend the pin back and forth until
the drive pin breaks.

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Inspection / Tool Maintenance

CAUTION: The tool may become hot during operation. Tool maintenance should be performed
when the tool has cooled down to avoid the possibility of receiving burns to hands.

1. Ensure that no power loads are loaded in the

tool. Remove the power load strip by pulling it
upwards out of the tool.

It is important to clean a P.A. Tool weekly. The
carbon build up from the explosive material can
decrease the effectiveness of the tool and if not
removed, cause long term damage to the tool.

The Australian Standard AS1873 states that all
Powder Actuated (P.A.) Tools “be returned to
the manufacturer or its authorised agent for a
complete overhaul at least once in every

12 month period.”

2. Hold the tool vertical with the fastener guide

/ magazine pointing upwards. Unscrew the
fastener guide / magazine. If this is too difficult

by hand, use multigrips.

3. Take out the piston assembly (piston, piston

return spring and buffer).

4. Push the barrel downwards and unscrew the

collar surrounding the barrel. Remove the
barrel assembly.

5. Check the length of the return spring using the

measuring points located on the top of the
tool housing. This check should be made
every 3,000 fixings.

6. CHECK:

• The piston tip - replace if it is damaged

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Site Preparation

• Ensure tool is ready for use.

• Clear people from local area.

• Erect warning signs.

• Check the area is safe for the use of P.A. Tools,

i.e. free from inflammable gases, explosive
materials etc.

• Check that the material to be fixed into is

suitable for use with a P.A. Tool.

• Make sure the correct Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE) is being worn by all those

close by.

Tool Inspection

Every Powder Actuated (P.A.) hand-held fastening

tool should be dismantled and examined for
defects by an authorised operator prior to use.

• The straightness of the piston - if it is not

straight, replace it.

• The piston buffer - replace if it is worn or less

than 4mm thick.

7. Using the supplied wire brushes, thoroughly

clean all internal and external steel surfaces of
any carbon buildup.

8. Lightly oil the internal steel components with

Ramset™ P.A. lubricant (PA9316) and then
wipe off any excess oil.

Re-assembly is the reverse of disasssembly

1. Position the barrel’s groove at the top.

2. Insert the barrel’s assembly into the main

housing and screw the knurled collar by hand.
(Do not over tighten).

3. After re-assembly check that the barrel slides

properly in the handle.

4. Slide the buffer onto the piston

5. Slide the piston return spring onto the piston.

6. Insert the piston assembly into the barrel.

7. Screw the magazine or the fastener guide onto

the barrel.

8. Without any power loads or fasteners, test the

tool for correct function by cocking the tool
and depressing the trigger. If this test does not
work, do no attempt to use the tool.

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Order No: FRAMEBOSS
FrameBoss™ tool, carry case, safety glasses,
maintenance kit and instruction manual.

Tool Kit Contents

Piston Return Spring (x1)

Piston Buffer (x1)

Safety Glasses

Fastener Guide Assembly

P.A. Tool Lubricating Oil

Maintenance Kit

Spall Guard

FrameBossTM Tool Kit

Weight 3.0kg (3.2kg with magazine)

Impact force 380J

Fixing capacity:

Timber to concrete 50mm

Timber to steel 50mm

Metal to concrete 3mm

Metal to steel 3mm

Pin capacity 75mm (60mm collated)

Overall length 490mm (495mm with magazine)

Technical Data - FrameBoss

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Ramset™ tools, fasteners, charges and other components of the Ramset™ Fastening System are
designed and manufactured as a complete system. They provide the greatest ease, convenience, all year
round performance and safety when used together. It is important that you insist on genuine Ramset™
products for utmost satisfaction and to ensure validity of your warranty.

Weight 3.0kg (3.99kg with magazine)

Impact force 380J

Fixing capacity:

Timber to concrete 75mm

Timber to steel 50mm

Metal to concrete 3mm

Metal to steel 3mm

Pin capacity 100mm (75mm collated)

Overall length 525mm (530mm with magazine)

Technical Data - FrameBossTM75

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Product Range - Accessories

Part No Description Pack Qty

Refer pg 18 Piston 1

Refer pg 18 Piston Buffer (x2) 1

Refer pg 18 Piston Return Spring (x2) 1

Refer pg 18 Fastener Guide Assembly 1

Refer pg 18 Magazine Assembly 1

Refer pg 18 Spall Guard 1

PA9316 P.A. Lubricating and Release Oil 1

PBT Drive Pin Removal Tool 1

PA1613 Safety Glasses 1

PAWS8 Explosive Tool in Use - Safety Warning Sign 1

Product Range - Power load strips

Part No Colour Strength Pack Qty

PLSGR22 Green Weak 100

PLSYW22 Yellow Medium 100

PLSRD22 Red Strong 100

Product Range - Collated Drive Pins for concrete masonry and steel

Part No Drive Pin Length Max Fixture Max Fixture Pack Qty

(thickness to steel) (thickness to concrete)

C925C 25mm 12mm 2mm* 500

C930C 30mm 20mm 7mm 500

C940C 40mm 25mm 12mm 300

C950C 50mm 35mm 25mm 300

C960C 60mm 45mm 35mm 300

C975C 75mm 50mm 45mm 300

Product Range - Standard Drive Pins for concrete, masonry and steel

Part No Drive Pin Length Max Fixture Max Fixture Pack Qty

(thickness to steel) (thickness to concrete)

LDU25 25mm 12mm 2mm* 100

LDU32 32mm 20mm 7mm 100

LDU38 38mm 25mm 12mm 100

LDU42 42mm 30mm 20mm 100

LDU50 50mm 35mm 25mm 100

LDU57 57mm 45mm 35mm 100

LDU65 65mm 50mm 45mm 100

LDU75 75mm N/A 50mm 100

LDU90 90mm N/A 65mm 100

LDU99 100mm N/A 75mm 100

* Denotes steel fixture only

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Product Range - Drive Pins for Structural Steel

Part No Description Drive Pin Length Timber Thickness Pack Qty

SC950 Timber to Structural Steel Pin 50mm 35mm 100

SC950W Frame & Truss Washered Pin 50mm 35mm 100

SC960 Timber to Structural Steel Pin 60mm 45mm 100

SC960W Frame & Truss Washered Pin 60mm 45mm 100

Product Range - Washered Drive Pins for fixing to Steel of any thickness of 4mm or more (Sacrificial Steel Formwork)

Part No Washer Diameter Drive Pin Length Pack Qty

SBR9 14mm 22mm 100

Product Range - Timber Formwork Pins for concrete for easy pin removal

Part No Drive Pin Length Max Timber Thickness Pack Qty

LDU60F 60mm 35mm 200

LDU75F 75mm 50mm 200

LDU99F 100mm 75mm 200

Product Range - Drive Pins for fixing thin steel to steel

Part No Description Drive Pin Length Pack Qty

SP12 Heavy Duty Pin 13mm 100

Product Range - Washered Drive Pins for Concrete / Masonry

Part No Washer Diameter Drive Pin Length Max Fixture Pack Qty

(thickness to concrete)

LWU25 16mm 25mm 2mm* 100

LWU32 16mm 32mm 7mm 100

LWU75 16mm 75mm 50mm 100

* Denotes steel fixture only

Product Range - Angle Bracket Assemblies / Catenary Wire Brackets

Part No Description Drive Pin Length Pack Qty

LAU25 Standard Duty 25mm 100

LAU30H Heavy Duty 30mm 100

Product Range - Collated Drive Pins for structural steel and hard concrete

Part No Drive Pin Length Max Fixture Max Fixture Pack Qty

(thickness to steel) (thickness to concrete)

S925C 25mm 12mm 2mm* 500

S930C 30mm 20mm 7mm 500

S940C 40mm 25mm 12mm 300

S950C 50mm 35mm 25mm 300

S960C 60mm 45mm 35mm 300

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APPENDIX A - TOOL IDENTIFICATION

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Item No. Spare Part No.

1 PA37023 Spall Guard (Not Shown)
2 PA37040 Fastener Guide Assembly
3 PA37038 Magazine Assembly
4 010982 Piston Return Spring (x1)
5 010983 Piston Buffer (x2)
6 PA37037 Piston
7 PA37007 Barrel Assembly
8 N/A Rear Tool Assembly

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Item No. Spare Part No.

1 PA37023 Spall Guard (Not Shown)
2 PA37063 Fastener Guide Assembly
3 PA37049 Magazine Assembly
4 011483 Piston Return Spring (x2)
5 010983 Piston Buffer (x2)
6 PA37041 Piston
7 PA37054 Barrel Assembly
8 N/A Rear Tool Assembly

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APPENDIX B - TOOL USE ASSESSMENT

Practical Knowledge

There are two parts to the assessment process:

1. Practical Knowledge Questions - These questions are designed to test your knowledge of using

Ramset™ Powder Actuated (P.A.) Tools. They will be given to you on the day of instruction. Your
responses will be used as evidence of your knowledge and understanding.

2. Skill Demonstration - Your performance in the operation and maintenance of a Ramset™ Powder

Actuated (P.A.) Tool will be viewed and evaluated by your Ramset™ instructor.

SKILL DEMONSTRATION

Firing a Powder Actuated (P.A.) tool

When demonstrating the correct use of a P.A. Tool,
the instructor will be looking for the following key skills:

• Preparation, including erecting/checking warning signs

• Clear the area of hazards

• Check the tool operation

• Correct personal protective equipment

• Correct fastener selection

• Correct power load selection

• Correct stance and body position

• Correct tool position

• Firing call

• Demonstration of correct misfire procedure

Cleaning a Powder Actuated (P.A.) tool

When demonstrating the cleaning of a P.A. Tool,
the instructor will be looking for the following key skills:

• Correct dis-assembly of tool

• Component identification

- Retractor

- Barrel

- Piston

- Buffer

• Clean all parts

• Oil parts

• Clear excess oil

• Reassemble correctly

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ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS

1. When and where should a P.A. tool be loaded

and unloaded?

2. Explain why a P.A. tool must not be fired at an

angle other than 90° to the work surface.

3. Why should you NEVER hold the tool with your

hand over the muzzle/fastener guide?

4. Why should you NEVER depress the fastener

guide, even when loading a fastener, with
anything other than the work surface?

5. What MUST be done in the event of a misfire?

6. What MUST be done in the event of repeated

misfires by the same tool?

7. What MUST be done in the event of a tool jam?

8. What MUST you do in the event that the tool

does not advance the charge strip correctly?

9. How far should a P.A. Tool be from the edge of

the working surface before it can be safely fired?

a) When fixing into steel,

b) When fixing into masonry/concrete.

10. What base materials can be fastened into, using

a P.A. tool?

11. According to the Australian Standard AS1873,
how often MUST a tool be serviced?

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Tool Service Log Records

Model Number:

Purchased from: Date:

Serial Number:

Purchaser’s Name:

Company Name:

Address:

Signature: Trade:

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Date Type of Service Hours Details of service Status Signature

Used Show components replaced

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Date Type of Service Hours Details of service Status Signature

Used Show components replaced

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POWDER ACTUATED (P.A.) TOOLS

Return this Warranty Registration Card to Ramset

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Model Number:

Serial Number: Purchased from: Date:

I agree that the terms set out in the Warranty shall apply to the sale and purchase of the product described above.

Purchaser’s Name: Phone/Fax:

Company Name: Email:

Address:

Signature: Trade:

To ensure correct processing, please fill out all fields.

Ramset

1 Ramset Drive Chirnside Park,
Victoria 3116 AUSTRALIA
Postal: P.O. Box 192, Croydon, 3136
Tel: + 61 3 9726 6222
Fax: + 61 3 9726 8215
Web: www.ramset.com.au

Ramset (N.Z.) Limited

23-29 Poland Rd
Glenfield, Auckland
NEW ZEALAND
Tel: + 64 9 444 3510
Fax: + 64 9 444 2864
Web: www.ramset.co.nz 6106

ITW Asia (PTE) Ltd

8 Kaki Bukit Road
2# 02-134
Ruby Warehouse Complex
SINGAPORE 417841
Tel: + 65 6 747 7400
Fax: + 65 6 746 1482

ITW

Australia Pty. Ltd. ABN 63 004 235 063 trading as Ramset™ © Copyright 2011 ™Trademarks of Cetram Pty. Ltd. used under licence by Ramset™

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Ramset Fasteners
(Hong Kong) Ltd

Unit D, 5/FI., Kin Yip Plaza,
9 Cheung Yee Street
Kowloon, HONG KONG
Tel: + 852 2380 5201
Fax: + 852 2397 0375

ITW Construction Products (UK)

Fleming Way
Crawley, West Sussex
UNITED KINGDOM
RH10 9DP
Tel: + 44 1 293 44 1353
Fax: + 44 1 293 41 2320

WARRANTY

Model Number

Serial Number

Purchased from

Invoice Number Date

Ramset™ will repair or replace this product free of charge if it shall be found to be defective under normal
use within a period of 5 years from the date of purchase due to faulty materials or workmanship.

Defects which are due to normal wear and tear, overload or misuse are not covered by this warranty.

The above warranty is additional to and not in substitution for any rights of the purchaser arising under the
Trade Practices Act 1974 or any relevant legislation for any States and Territories of the Commonwealth
of Australia providing that where so permitted by such legislation liability thereunder shall be limited to the
replacement or repair of the goods or the cost of replacing or repairing the goods as the case may require.
Subject thereto all conditions and warranties which might be implied by law are hereby expressly negated
and excluded so far as same may be legally done.

To obtain the benefit of this warranty, the purchaser must sign and return the attached registration card to
Ramset™ within 10 days of the date of purchase. Claims under the guarantee may be made by delivering
the product undismantled to the seller from whom it was purchased or by making a claim to such a seller in
writing, in either case within 7 days of the defect becoming apparent.

Your Ramset™ Powder Actuated Fastening Tool has a warranty against materials or workmanship for
a period of 5 years from date of purchase, providing the tool has been operated by a qualified operator
strictly in accordance with these instructions and Local or Government regulations, using only the genuine
Ramset™ fasteners, charges and accessories or compatible consumables.

For genuine authorised service and repair, telephone [phone] Australia wide.

RETAIN THIS WARRANTY FOR YOUR OWN RECORDS