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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GB743VT INSTALLATION TOOL GAGE BILT TOOLS ARE AVAILABLE WORLDWIDE E-MAIL US FOR A DISTRIBUTOR NEAR YOU. GAGE BILT 44766 Centre Court, Clinton Twp., MI. 48038 USA Ph: +1 (586) 226-1500 Fax: +1 (586) 226-1505 solutions@gagebilt.com / www.gagebilt.com MADE in USA...
Description and Technical Specifications ..........................4 Description of Functions ................................5 Warnings ..................................... 6 Principle of Operation ................................7 How to set-up the GB743VT ..............................8 How to use the GB743VT ................................9 Maintenance ..................................... 10 Filling and Bleeding ................................. 11 Troubleshooting ..................................
GAGE BILT DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY MANUFACTURER: Gage Bilt Inc. 44766 Centre Ct. Clinton Twp. Michigan U.S.A. +1(586-226-1500) WE DECLARE THAT THE EQUIPMENT SPECIFIED HEREIN CONFORMS TO THE FOLLOWING DIRECTIVES AND STANDARDS Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC EN12100-1 & 12100-2:2010 EN ISO 11148-1:2011 EU REPRESENTATIVE Edgar Hausmann GmbH Förster-Busch-Str.
(17.8kN) with 90 psi (6.2 bar) air pressure at the air inlet. The GB743VT hydraulic installation tool operates on 90 to 100 psi (6.2-6.9 bar) of air pressure, with 90 psi. (6.2 bar) providing the maximum efficiency. At 90 psi (6.2 bar) of air pressure, the GB743VT does not exceed 81.5 dB(A) and consumes .30 SCF/cycle (8.50 L/cycle).
4. Support the weight of the tool in a stand, tensioner or balancer, because a lighter grip can then be used to support the tool. GB743VT INSTALLATION TOOL REV. 4/22...
Piston Rod Assembly moves up Piston Rod Assembly moves down Air Piston moves up Air Piston moves down Air exhaust Air exhaust Pressurized Oil Pressurized Air Unpressurized Oil Unpressurized Air Images may not reflect actual tool GB743VT INSTALLATION TOOL REV. 4/22...
HOW TO SET-UP THE GB743VT WARNING: Only qualified and trained operators shall install, adjust or use the assembly power tool for non-threaded mechanical fasteners. WARNING: Operator MUST read and understand all warnings and cautions. WARNING: It is required that eye protection, hearing protection and safety boots be worn at all times while handling this equipment.
HOW TO USE THE GB743VT WARNING: Only qualified and trained operators shall install, adjust or use the assembly power tool for non-threaded mechanical fasteners. WARNING: Operator MUST read and understand all warnings and cautions. WARNING: It is required that eye protection, hearing protection and safety boots be worn at all times while handling this equipment.
WARNING: Tool must be maintained in a safe working condition at all times and examined on a daily basis for damage or wear. Any repair must be done by qualified personnel trained on Gage Bilt procedures. WARNING: Excessive contact with hydraulic oil and lubricants must be avoided.
Subtract dimension (B) from dimension (A). If stroke doesn’t check .900" (22.9 mm) min. (See figures below) follow bleeding procedure above. For your consideration, Gage Bilt offers a depth gage (Pt.# A-1935) to help simplify and more accurately check your tool stroke. Please contact Gage Bilt for more information.
Image may not reflect actual tool (See pg. 18 for how to assemble vacuum to nose assembly). (4) S.H.C.S. (See pg. 19 for how to order nose assembly and replacement vacuum parts). Fitting GB743VT INSTALLATION TOOL REV. 4/22...
Perform overhaul in a clean, well lit area using care not to scratch or nick any smooth surface that comes in contact with an o'ring. Use of Lubriplate® (Gage Bilt part no. 402723) or other lubricant is recommended during reassembly to prevent tearing or distorting of o'rings.
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Thread the actuator assembly-air (704130) all the way into handle assembly (744129) with fingers. Insert and turn 5/8” open end box wrench / adjustable wrench and snug tight approximately 1/4-1/2 turn. Re-attach actuator lever assembly (704343) including pin-slotted (400608) to the handle assembly (744129). GB743VT INSTALLATION TOOL REV. 4/22...
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If ports are plugged, use needle nose pliers to grasp end of spring (744144), turning clockwise and pulling to dislodge from groove in casting. Valve spring installation tool (744251) will facilitate the proper installation of the spring (744144). Valve sleeve (743144) can be pulled out using valve sleeve removal tool (744152). GB743VT INSTALLATION TOOL REV. 4/22...
Use material for its intended purpose or recycle if possible. Oil collection services are available for used oil recycling or disposal. Place contaminated materials in containers and dispose of in a manner consistent with applicable regulations. GB743VT INSTALLATION TOOL REV. 4/22...
GB743VT ACCESSORIES Approved for use on Gage Bilt CE installation tools and/or other manufacturer’s CE approved tools of similar design. (Sold Separately) NOSE ASSEMBLY SELECTION CHART (Sold Separately) *Apply Vibra-tite® part # 405125 to all threads and allow it to set 20 minutes prior to assembly.
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8N-743-24 and spare nose tip (10204) to convert to 6N-743-24. All other nose tips must be ordered separately. When ordering tool fastener specific, contact Gage Bilt for more information. “VT“ installation tools are not furnished with the nose assemblies above and must be ordered for your specific fastener.
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Alternative Styles (Sold Separately) GB743 Stroke - .900" (22.86 mm) Hand held weight - 6.25 lbs. (2.83 kg) Entire tool weight - 6.25 lbs. (2.83 kg) Pull load - 4,000 lbs. (17.79 kN) Standard Tool GB743VT INSTALLATION TOOL REV. 4/22...
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Entire tool weight - 6.75 lbs. (3.06 kg) Pull load - 4,000 lbs. (17.79 kN) Standard Hyd. Hose Length - 3ft (1.5m) 5t Hyd. Hoses are recommended with use of Backpack Additional custom lengths are available. GB743VT INSTALLATION TOOL REV. 4/22...
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Gage Bilt offers a wide selection of standard and custom kits tailored to your needs. Contact us for more information. Approved GB743VT ACCESSORIES Approved for use on Gage Bilt CE installation tools and/or other manufacturer’s CE approved tools of similar design. (Sold Separately) Catcher Bag-Stem Tool Stroke Depth Gage...
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