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Rev 2/14
S/N: 2094 AND ABOVE
PLEASE CONTACT GAGE BILT FOR ALL OTHER SERIAL NUMBERS.
CLEANING AND LUBRICATING PROCEDURE
Daily cleaning and lubrication of nose assembly will greatly reduce
downtime and increase life of components. Using sewing machine
oil, or an equivalent cleaner/lubricant, follow instructions below.
1. Disconnect tool vacuum line (if equipped).
2. Point nose assembly into oil as shown (Fig. A).
3. Cycle tool 8-10 times and wipe dry.
Fig A.
DESCRIPTION
WARNING
:
THE BALANCE OF THIS TOOL IS DESIGNED FOR HORIZONTAL USE AND IS NOT SUITED FOR
ANY OTHER APPLICATIONS. GAGE BILT WILL BE PLEASED TO ADVISE FOR YOUR SPECIFIC
APPLICATION.
The GB51 pneumatic riveter is designed specifically for the most efficient installation of a wide range of
blind rivets. It will install aluminum rivets through 3/16" diameter, and through 1/8" diameter rivets in any
material. It weighs only 2.50 lbs. (1.13 kg) and can be operated in any position with one hand.
The GB51 Riveter is 7.31" (185.7mm) high, has a .740” (18.8mm) stroke and generates a minimum of 1000
lbs. (4.45 kN) of pull at 90 psi (6.2 bar). It operates from 90 psi (6.2 bar)-100 psi (6.9 bar) of air pressure at the
tool.
The air inlet is provided with 1/4-18 female pipe threads to accept the users air hose fitting.
NOSE ASSEMBLIES ARE NOT FURNISHED WITH THIS TOOL AND MUST BE PURCHASED SEPARATELY.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
WARNING:
MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL
MUST
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS.
WARNING
:
DISCONNECT TOOL FROM ITS AIR SOURCE BEFORE DISASSEMBLY.
The performance of any tool depends upon good maintenance practices. Following these minimal requirements
for service and care will extend the life of your tool.
*Only use an air supply set at 90 psi (6.2 bar)-100 psi (6.9 bar) equipped with a filter-regulator to prevent wear.
*Proper care by operator is necessary in maintaining full productivity and reducing downtime. Read all
applicable tool manuals and nose assembly data sheets prior to operating tools.
*Keep nose assemblies, especially jaws, clean and free of chips and debris. Lube jaws and collet surfaces that
jaws ride on with light machine oil on a daily basis.
*All Screwed End Caps, Base Covers, Air Fittings, Actuator, Screws and Nose Assemblies are to be examined at
the end of each working shift to check that they are secure.
*Check tool, all hoses and all couplings daily for damage or air leaks. Tighten or replace (if necessary).
Disconnect air hose from tool. The performance of any tool depends on good maintenance practices. This
tool could require periodic replacement of seals and o'rings. The seals requiring most frequent replacement
are the o'rings (400858) and the o'ring (400807). The cushion (510114) will eventually require replacement
with use. Keep the exhaust port in the back clear of debris at all times. Disassembly of the head portion of
the tool is accomplished as follows: Using a Truarc® plier, remove retaining ring (S15) which allows re-
moval of back cap (510118) and cushion (510114). Double nut front end of drawbolt (510217) using 1/4-28
nut, then remove connector bolt (S17) permitting removal of retaining ring (S15) and rear piston (510101).
Remove front retaining ring (S15) and withdraw front seal (510119). Remove the front piston (510101), per-
mitting removal of the sleeve (510104). The triple piston chambers are separated by dividers (510102)
which may be removed by removing the rings (S15).
Caution:
When replacing the dividers (510102), care
should be taken to replace the retaining rings (S15) so they do not block the air ports at the bottom of the
head ass’y where the handle (510322) attaches.
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