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Item 93458
8. With the gauge at a slight incline, the back of
the gauge should rest on the end of the Head
threads, while the front of the gauge should
rest on the front edge of the Jaw Case (6-1). If
it does not, tighten/loosen the Jaw Cases until
the distance is corrected. Refer to Figure D.
NOTE:
Use the included Wrench Gauge (35) as a
general guideline only. Jaw Case tightness must be
fine-tuned to the application, rivet supplier, etc.
9. Before reassembly, secure Lock Nut (12) against
Jaw Case assembly using the Wrench Gauge (35).
10. Replace the Outer Cylinder and
tighten using the Wrench.
Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Causes
Likely Solutions
Jaws slipping.
Worn or damaged Jaws.
Replace Jaws.
Jaws will
not open.
1. Loose Nosepiece.
2. Dirty Jaws.
1. Tighten Nosepiece.
2. Clean Jaws.
Stroke is
too short.
1. Rivet pin not properly
inserted into Riveter.
2. Low hydraulic fluid.
3. Rivet wrong size.
1. Fully insert pin.
2. Prime Riveter, see page 10.
3. Use proper rivet length.
Weak pulling
action.
1. Low air pressure.
2. Broken/inadequate air compressor.
3. Low hydraulic fluid.
1. Check regulator.
2. Have compressor serviced by a qualified technician/
upgrade to compressor of sufficient capability.
3. Prime Riveter, see page 10.
Leaking air.
1. Poor hose connections.
2. Damaged O-Ring.
3. Dirty Air Valve or airline inlet.
1. Reconnect using pipe thread seal tape.
2. Replace O-Ring.
3. Clean and lubricate with pneumatic tool oil.
Workpiece not
tightly held
together by rivet.
Rivet pin not pulled far enough
through workpiece.
Tighten Riveter’s Jaw Case and
use proper size rivet pin.
Rivet head
deformed in
workpiece.
Rivet pin not properly released
during installation.
Loosen Riveter’s Jaw Case and
use proper size rivet pin.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
Disconnect air supply before service.
SAFETY
OPERA
TION
MAINTENANCE
SETUP
