O R I G I N A L I N S T R U C T I O N
10. FAULT DIAGNOSIS
10.1
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
Symptom
Possible Cause
Several pulls
required to set
rivet
Tool will not grip
stem of fastener
Tool fails to break
Lockbolt
Tool fails to swage
collar
Other symptoms or failures should be reported to your local Avdel® authorized distributor or repair centre.
Low air pressure
Lack of lubrication
Worn or broken jaws
Oil level in tool low or air in oil
Worn or dirty jaws
Jaw housing loose
Weak or broken spring in nose assembly
Incorrect component in nose assembly
Insuffi cient air pressure
Incorrect length of bolt
Tool requires priming
Tool exhaust silencer dirty
Control valve dirty
Insuffi cient air pressure
Tool requires priming
Swaging anvil cracked
Incorrect length of bolt
Remedy
Increase air pressure
Lubricate tool at air inlet point
Fit new jaws
Prime tool
Clean or fi t new jaws
Tighten against nylon locking ring
Fit new spring
Identify and replace
Adjust air pressure/air leaks
Change to correct length of bolt
Reprime tool
Clean silencer
Remove/clean valve
Adjust air pressure/air leaks
Reprime tool
Replace
Change to correct length of bolt
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