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Basic Tool Operation
Before setting POP NUTs™ with this tool, refer to the Safety Instructions and Tool Setup sections
of this manual to ensure safe and reliable tool operation.
Mandrel & Nosepiece Adjustment
1. Verify that the correct Mandrel and Nosepiece are fitted to the tool for the desired POP NUT™
(See Table 5,
Mandrel and Nosepiece Requirements
table in the Specifications section).
Figure 6:
Nosepiece and Lock Nut
2. Loosen the lock nut on the tool and thread the Nosepiece all the way into the Nose Housing.
3. Thread the desired POP NUT™ onto the tool.
Open End POP NUTs™
a. Thread the insert onto the mandrel until the Mandrel extends beyond the insert by
approximately 1 full thread
b. Unthread the Nosepiece until it is touching the flange of the insert
c. Tighten the lock nut against the Nose Housing.
Closed End POP NUTs™
a. Thread the insert onto the mandrel until it stops
b. Unthread the insert on full turn (one thread pitch)
c. Unthread the Nosepiece until it is touching the flange of the insert
d. Tighten the lock nut against the Nose Housing.
Figure 7:
Proper Mandrel and Nosepiece adjustment
Nosepiece/Anvil
Lock Nut
One Thread
One Thread
Open End
Closed End
