GB
1.7
Mode of operation
The blind riveting tool features optimised operating speed. After inserting the blind rivet, the
blind riveting tool can be operated in two different modes:
a. Pressing and holding the switch:
Press and hold the switch to start riveting. The pulling process stops automatically when the
rivet reaches the rear end position. The tool automatically assumes the front starting position
when the switch is released.
b. Tapping the switch:
Rivetingistriggeredbybrieflytappingandimmediatelyreleasingtheswitch.Assoonasthe
mandrel breaks off, the blind riveting tool stops and automatically re-assumes the front start-
ing position.
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Eject the spent mandrel by tilting to the rear into the spent mandrel container or to the
front through the nosepiece.
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The blind riveting tool is equipped with overload protection. In the event of overloading
the blind riveting tool, e.g. by setting rivets that are outside the working range, riveting
stops,indicatedbythe3LEDsflashingslowly(1Hz).Presstheswitchtomaketheblind
riveting tool go back to the start position and it is then ready for operation.
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The control detects a blockage on return (e.g. dirt, foreign object, etc. in the steel head
sleeve). The tool stops the return procedure and immediately assumes the rear end posi-
tionautomatically.ThefaultisindicatedbytheLEDsflashingrapidly(2Hz).Thebattery
packmustberemovedandthefaulteliminated.Thenreinsertthebatteryandbriefly
press the switch. The tool assumes the front end position and is again ready for use.
Theblindrivetingtoolisfittedwithanacousticwarningdevice,whichprovidesinformation
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about the remaining battery time. Beeps sound to tell the user when to change the battery.
This ensures that the blind riveting tool will not switch off during a riveting operation.
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