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- Page 1 MANUAL VERSION INDUSTRIAL RIVET & FASTENER CO. RIVETING TOOL MANUAL MODEL # RK-797...
- Page 2 F R E E S E T Technical Data Sheet MODEL# RK-797-1 RK-797-3 Device Stroke 25mm 25mm Setting Force 18kn 18kn Drive Brushless DC motor Brushless DC motor Lighting Power LED Power LED Battery Li-Ion 18V Li-Ion 18V Weight 1.9 kg w/o battery 2.0 kg w/o battery Application 3/16”...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
T able of Contents BASIC INFORMATION ............. 1 PURPOSE OF THIS DOCUMENT ........1 Intended Use ................ 1 Improper Use ................ 1 Warranty and Liability ............2 Copyright ................2 BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION ........3 Information contained in this document ........ 3 Owner Responsibilities ............ - Page 4 Inserting The Battery ............15 Emptying The Container ............. 16 Setting The First Rivets ............17 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE ........18 Service Principles ............... 18 Preventive Maintenance ............. 18 Approved Lubricants ............19 Removing The Jaws ............19 Removing The Nose Piece ..Error! Bookmark not defined. LED STATUS LIGHT .............
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Page 5: Basic Information
Section R I V E T K I N G F R E E S E T M A N U A L R K - 7 7 7 BASIC INFORMATION 1 PURPOSE OF THIS DOCUMENT This document is intended for persons responsible for the operation of the FreeSet lockbolt setting tool (the "tool"). -
Page 6: Warranty And Liability
1.3 Warranty and Liability Warranty and liability claims for personal and property damage are excluded if they occur as the result of one or more of the following: • Improper use • Improper installation, placement into service, operation and maintenance • Operating the tool with defective safety equipment or improperly installed or non-functioning safety and protective devices • Failure to comply with the information contained in this document regarding transport, storage, assembly, placement into service, operation, and maintenance of the tool • Unauthorized modifications to the tool... -
Page 7: Basic Safety Information
2 BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION 2.1 Information contained in this document • To ensure safe use and problem‐free operation, please make sure that you are familiar with the basic safety information and guidelines. • Also be sure to observe all local rules and regulations. 2.2 Owner Responsibilities The owner is responsible for ensuring that all persons using the tool are familiar with basic work safety and accident prevention rules and have been briefed on tool operation. -
Page 8: Electrical Hazards
2.6 Electrical Hazards Warning! Work on this tool is to be performed only by a qualified electrician. Inspect the tool’s electrical components on a regular basis. Repair loose connections and damaged cables immediately. Remove the battery before performing tool repairs. Note! The tool must always be kept locked in a secure location. -
Page 9: Electrical Safety
2.8 Electrical Safety Avoid contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, heaters, stoves, and refrigerators. When your body is grounded there is an increased risk of electrical shock. Keep the tool away from rain and humidity The penetration of water into a tool increases the risk of electrical shock. Keep the tool away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts Minimize the effects of ESD “Electro Static Discharge”... -
Page 10: Use And Care Of The Power Tool
2.11 Use and care of the power tool Do not overload the tool. Use the appropriate tool for your work. Using the correct tool allows you to perform your work more efficiently and safely. Do not use a power tool that has a defective power switch. Power tools that cannot be switched on and off are dangerous and must be repaired. Remove the battery before changing tool settings, replacing accessory parts or storing. -
Page 11: Lithium Ion Battery
2.13 Lithium Ion Battery Warning! Please observe the following when handling the provided lithium ion batteries. a) Use only devices recommended by the manufacturer to charge the batteries. Using an improper charger may ruin the battery. b) Use the correct batteries in the power tools. Using other batteries may result in injury and fire hazard. c) If the battery is not used for an extended period, it should not remain in the charger or in the tool. -
Page 12: Battery Chargers
j) Batteries may leak under extreme operating conditions or high temperatures. If a battery leaks, avoid contact with the skin or eyes. Battery fluid is corrosive and can cause chemical burns to body tissues. If fluid comes in contact with the skin, wash off immediately using soap and water, and then apply lemon juice or vinegar. Should fluid get in the eyes, rinse for at least 10 minutes with water and consult a physician immediately. k) Do not drop the lithium ion battery or subject it to physical shock. l) Clean the battery contacts regularly using cotton swabs dipped in alcohol. Warning! Lithium ion batteries hold their charge almost indefinitely and are not subject to memory effects. With proper care, you can reliably charge your battery for years to come (approx. -
Page 13: Cleaning The Tool And Disposal
2.16 Cleaning the tool and disposal Handling and disposal of used substances and chemicals, especially when cleaning with solvents. Do not place used batteries into household garbage, fire or water. Ask the dealer or manufacturer to handle disposal. 2.17 Risk of injury and tool damage 1. -
Page 14: Contents & Options
3 CONTENTS & OPTIONS 3.1 Standard Components POS. DESCRIPTION Battery power tool FreeSet® Battery Charger Battery 2.5ah Tool Hanger Nose Piece Set 3.2 Nose Equipment POS. PULLING HEAD ADAPTERS RK7971-NA Nose Adapter included with Model RK-797-1, without force sensor RK7973-NA Nose Adapter included with Model RK-797-3, with force sensor POS. -
Page 15: Freeset Anatomy
3.3 Freeset Anatomy POS. Description Nose Assembly (not included) Nose Adapter (included) Serial Number Mandrel Collector Model Number Status LED Trigger Worklight Battery... -
Page 16: Technical Details (All Models)
3.4 Technical Details (ALL MODELS) MODEL# RK-797-1 RK-797-3** Device Stroke 25mm 25mm Setting Force 18kn 18kn Drive Brushless DC motor Brushless DC motor Lighting Power LED Power LED Battery Li-Ion 18V Li-Ion 18V Weight 1.9 kg w/o battery and nose assembly 2.0 kg w/o battery and nose assembly Application 3/16”... -
Page 17: Operation
4 OPERATION 4.1 Quick Start This section describes how to start operating the RK-797-1 FreeSet and setting rivets. See section x for details about additional setup options on RK-797-3 in the FreeSet Manager Software. 4.2 Checklist Check the following before using the riveting tool: ... -
Page 19: Inserting The Battery
4.3 Inserting The Battery To attach the battery (1), align the battery tab with the groove in the housing such that it slides easily into place. Always attach the battery completely so that it locks into place with a click. If the battery is not properly attached to the tool, it can become detached and cause substantial damage. -
Page 20: Emptying The Container
4.4 Emptying The Container The detached mandrels must be emptied from the container. The nail container should be emptied when full. The container can be opened and closed through turn left or right. Turn the collection container by hand to the left or right to remove it. After emptying the container it can be mounted in the same way it was opened. -
Page 21: Setting The First Rivets
4.5 Setting the First Rivets Insert the threaded end of the lockbolt into the sheet metal application. Place the lockbolt collar on the lockbolt correctly, place the nose piece over lockbolt. Insure there is no the n of the rivet into the nose piece of the riveting tool. Make sure that the rivet rests securely in the nosepiece. -
Page 22: Maintenance And Service
5 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE By performing regular maintenance on the FreeSet RK-797 lockbolt setting tool, you can ensure trouble free operation. Using a preventive maintenance program will reduce wear of critical components and prolong its service life. 5.1 Service Principles As in compliance with the guidelines in this manual and the warranty, as well as with the procedures we employ in our own repair center, please follow these core principles. -
Page 23: Approved Lubricants
5.3 Approved Lubricants The tool must not be cleaned with fat-solvent agents or water. 5.4 Removing the Nose Assembly Remove the outer sleeve. Remove the nose assembly Disassemble and clean the nose assembly according to manufacturer instructions. ... -
Page 24: Led Status Light
6 LED STATUS LIGHT (RK-797-1 Models) The LED Status light is located below the mandrel container. The following signals can be output during operation. -
Page 25: Quickdraw Function
7 QUICKDRAW FUNCTION The riveting tool is enabled with QuickDraw functionality. The purpose of this function is to speed up the riveting process and limiting the stroke of the tool to only the stroke needed for effective riveting. This results in a quicker cycle time. Typically, pneumatic tools must reach complete stroke before completing the riveting cycle. -
Page 26: Drawings
8 DRAWINGS Main Components... -
Page 27: Drive Shaft Assembly Priv-B1
Assembly PRIV-B1 Drive Shaft Limit Switch Circuit Board PRIV-B3... -
Page 28: Drive Unit Assembly Priv-B2
Drive Unit Assembly PRIV-B2... -
Page 29: Motor Assembly & Main Circuit Board Priv-B4
Motor Assembly & Main Circuit Board PRIV-B4 Mandrel Container Assembly PRIV-B5... -
Page 30: Mandrel Container Holder Priv-B6
Mandrel Container Holder PRIV-B6 Tool Holder PRIV-B8... -
Page 31: Nose Assembly Parts
Nose Assembly Parts... -
Page 32: Parts Ordering
9 Parts Ordering Parts can conveniently be ordered from RivetKing® or its authorized distributors. Please purchase from you’re the distributor you have purchased the tool from as list price discounts are not offered when purchased from RivetKing® directly. Please have the following ready when preparing to order spare parts. Model# Serial# Part Number or Pos.