Tool Setup
Initial Setup
1.
Check that the correct Nosepiece and Mandrel are fi tted for the POP NUT™. See the Basic Tool Operation section for
proper tool adjustment.
2.
Connect an air fi tting to the Swivel Air Fitting of the tool. The Swivel Air Fitting is a 1/4 NPT thread.
3.
Connect an Air Hose to the tool.
4.
Connect an air fi lter, regulator and lubricator in the air line between the air supply and Air Hose connecting to the tool,
within 3m [6 ft ] of the tool.
5.
Adjust the air pressure supply and oil drip volume of the lubricator
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Air Pressure: 0.5-0.6 MPa. (72.5-87 psi)
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Oil drip volume: 1-2 drops/ 20 nuts fastened
Air Filter
Compressed
Air Supply
I.D.: 6.5mm [1/4"] Min.
Note: Refer to the instruction manual for the Lubricator used for the proper adjustment method and lubrication oils to use
relating to air motors.
WARNING!
Use an air hose with a rating of 1.0 MPa (145 psi / 10 bar) or greater maximum ordinary operating pressure. Also make sure
the hose material is suitable for the operating environment (i.e. oil proof, wear and abrasion resistance etc.). For details, refer
to your hose manufacturer's catalog.
Mandrel and Nosepiece installation
Mandrel Installation (with POP NUT™ Mandrel Release, DPN277-185)
1.
Disconnect the Air Supply
2.
Select the correct Mandrel according to Table 5.
3.
Remove the Nosepiece from the tool by loosening the Lock Nut and unscrewing it (Figure 4).
4.
Insert the POP NUT™ Mandrel Release tool over the Mandrel and into the Nose Housing.
5.
Push Mandrel Release into the tool in order to disengage the Lock Pin Holder from the Mandrel.
6.
While holding the Mandrel Release in, unscrew the Mandrel by turning it counter-clockwise.
7.
While holding the Mandrel Release in, screw in the desired Mandrel until it stops.
8.
Release the Mandrel Release and rotate the Mandrel counter-clockwise to ensure the Lock Pin Holder has engaged the
Mandrel.
9.
Replace the Nosepiece.
Regulator
Lubricator
Air Hose
Length: 3m [6 ft] Max.
Note: Air Hose and fi ttings not included with tool
Figure 3: Tool Setup
Air Inlet
1/4 NPT Thread
Coupler (Socket)
Air Fitting
1/4 NPT Thread
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