HS-Technik NutBee NBPS-21 Operating Instructions Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE
In case of doubt, the original German version
of the operating instructions applies.
NutBee
- Original operating instructions -
®
Cordless blind riveting tool
NBPS-21 / NBPF-25
Issue date:
Tool Firmware:
HST-Tool-Manager:
July 2021
from 2.2.6.0
from 2.0.6.0

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  • Page 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NutBee ® - Original operating instructions - Cordless blind riveting tool NBPS-21 / NBPF-25 NOTE Issue date: July 2021 In case of doubt, the original German version Tool Firmware: from 2.2.6.0 of the operating instructions applies. HST-Tool-Manager: from 2.0.6.0...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 Operating principles Scope of delivery General information Signs and symbols used Structure of the warnings Technical terms and abbreviations used Intended use Improper use Duties of the operator Duties of personnel 1.10 Training of personnel 1.11 Guarantee and liability 1.12 Copyright...
  • Page 3 4.3.1 Display notifications HST-Tool-Manager 4.4.1 Setup 4.4.2 General → Process control 4.4.3 General → energy & lighting 4.4.4 General → features 4.4.5 General → TM version 4.4.6 Management 4.4.7 Signals → OLED-display 4.4.8 Signals → LED 4.4.9 Signals → sound signals 4.4.10 Signals →...
  • Page 4: Operating Principles

    1 Operating principles Dear customers, thank you for choosing a HS-Technik GmbH product. This quality product „Made in Germany“ fulfils the highest requirements with regard to performance, quality and accuracy. When used correctly the product will undoubtedly perform very well for many years.
  • Page 5 This operating instructions must be read and applied by every person who is assigned to conduct work using this tool. In addition to this operating instructions the applicable regulations on accident prevention and environmental protection should be observed. NOTE After reading, keep the operating instructions in a place accessible to every operator.
  • Page 6: Signs And Symbols Used

    Signs and symbols used The following signs and symbols will be used in this operating instructions or on the product: Symbol Explanation Read this operating instructions Do not dispose with household waste Do not dispose the battery in a fire Do not throw the battery into water EU conformity marking ®...
  • Page 7: Structure Of The Warnings

    Structure of the warnings The warnings are structured as follows: DANGER Indicates an immediate dangerous situation that can lead to serious or even deadly injuries and/or that could seriously damage or even destroy the tool. WARNING Indicates a potentially dangerous situation that can lead to serious injuries and/or damage to the tool.
  • Page 8: Intended Use

    • following all indications of the operating instructions and • observance of inspection and maintenance works. Any other use or use beyond that is considered improper use. HS-Technik GmbH is not liable for any damage resulting from this. Improper use DANGER The use of this tool for other purposes, e.g.
  • Page 9: Duties Of The Operator

    Duties of the operator The operator undertakes to only allow people who are familiar with the basic regulations on occupational safety and accident prevention and who have been trained on how to use the tool at the workplace to work with this tool. The safety awareness of the personnel while working has to be reviewed at regular intervals.
  • Page 10: Training Of Personnel

    1.10 Training of personnel Only trained and instructed personnel should work with this tool. The responsibilities of the personnel must be clearly defined. Trainees may only work with this power tool under the supervision of an experienced person. 1.11 Guarantee and liability Guarantee and liability claims for personal injury and property damage are excluded, if caused by one or more of the following: •...
  • Page 11: Copyright

    These operating instructions are intended solely for the operator and its personnel. They contain guidelines and information which may not be fully or partially • reproduced • distributed or • otherwise shared. The copyright of these operating instructions is retained by HS-Technik GmbH. Manufacturer’s address: Im Martelacker 12 D-79588 Efringen-Kirchen Telephone:...
  • Page 12: General Safety Information For Power Tools

    2 General safety information for power tools DANGER Read all the safety information, instructions, illustrations and technical data which is provided with this power tool. Failure to follow the instructions below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. WARNING This power tool was manufactured in according with current state-of-the-art technology and recognised technological safety guidelines.
  • Page 13: Electrical Safety

    c) Keep children and other people away while using the power tool. You can lose con- trol of the power tool if you are distracted. Electrical safety a) Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, heaters, stoves and re- frigerators.
  • Page 14: Use And Handling Of Power Tools

    d) Avoid abnormal postures. Make sure you have a secure footing and keep your balance at all times. This gives you better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. e) Wear suitable clothing. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep hair and cloth- ing away from moving parts.
  • Page 15: Use And Handling Of Battery Tools

    g) Use power tools, application tools, etc. in accordance with these instructions. While doing so observe the work conditions and the activities to be performed. The use of power tools for anything other than the intended application can lead to dangerous situations.
  • Page 16: Service

    e) Do not use damaged or altered batteries. Damaged or altered batteries can behave unpredictably and can lead to fire, explosion or injury. f) Do not expose a battery to fire or high temperatures. Fire or temperatures above 130°C can cause an explosion. g) Follow all instructions for charging and never charge the battery or the battery tool outside of the temperature range specified in the operating instructions.
  • Page 17: Important Information About This Tool

    3 Important information about this tool Handling the associated lithium Ion battery a) Observe the operating instructions of the Li-Ion battery. b) If the battery will not be used over a longer period of time it may not remain on the charger or on the machine.
  • Page 18: Information On The Associated Charger

    No changes, additions or conversions to the power tool may be made without the approval of the manufacturer. All conversion measures require written consent and confirmation by HS-Technik GmbH. WARNING In the event of the replacement of wear and tear parts only original replacement parts may be used.
  • Page 19: Cleaning The Device And Disposal

    Cleaning the device and disposal Substances and materials used must be handled and disposed of properly, particularly when cleaning with solvents. Do not throw the used battery into the household waste, fire or water, instead have it professional disposed of by a specialist or the manufacturer. - 19 -...
  • Page 20: Start-Up And Use

    4 Start-up and use DANGER Risk of injury from damaged tools Damaged tools can lead to injuries or damages. • All damaged parts must be repaired before use. Risk of injury from falling tools Falling tools can lead to injuries or damages. •...
  • Page 21: Tool Structure

    Tool structure 1. Start button 2. Nose assembly with nose piece* 3. Multi-colour LED 4. 18 V Li-Ion battery 5. OLED Display 6. LED for work area lighting * Nose piece and threaded mandrel are not included in the standard scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.
  • Page 22: Operation

    Operation 4.2.1 Inserting and removing the battery • In order to insert the battery (1), align it so that it can be easily pushed onto the mount- ing provided along the plastic guide. After sliding it on completely, the fastening clip (2) must lock the battery firmly and properly into place in the tool housing.
  • Page 23: Press Start Button

    4.2.2 Press start button Pressing or actuating the start button starts or stops the tool. NOTE The battery riveting tool only starts when the battery has sufficient capacity. * Start button 4.2.3 Front LED WARNING Risk of injury from the light emitting diode Looking directly into the light emitting diode can lead to eye injuries.
  • Page 24: Led Indicator At The Back And Sound Signals

    4.2.4 LED indicator at the back and sound signals Circumferential indicator lights up green after setting, no sound signal • Set stroke or set force was reached. • The battery capacity is sufficient, the tool is ready for the next setting. Circumferential indicator lights red after setting, sound signal appears •...
  • Page 25: Selection Of Threaded Mandrel And Nose Piece

    NOTE Assemble the nose assemblys only in accordance with the quick guides provided by HS-Technik GmbH. - 25 -...
  • Page 26: Adjusting The Nose Piece

    4.2.7 Adjusting the nose piece The nose piece must be adjusted to the blind rivet nuts to be processed. Screw open blind rivet nuts by hand so that 1 - 2 threads stick out of the nut, see Figure 1. Lock the nose piece in this position using the lock nut. With automatic spinning on the threaded mandrel should now be flush with the blind rivet nut.
  • Page 27 1. Place the rivet on the mandrel. 2. Press start button and thread on blind rivet nut. While doing so hold the blind rivet nut as far forward as possible and do not reach into the opening. 3. Hold the start button down until the blind rivet nut has been completed threaded on; the tool stops automatically.
  • Page 28: Spinning Off

    4.2.9 Spinning off If an incorrect nut or screw is spun on or it is not currently needed it can easily be spun off. Clicking the yellow display button will make the notification 000/003 „BACK“ appear in the display. The tool is ready to spin off the BACK blind rivet nut or blind rivet bolt next.
  • Page 29: Overload

    4.2.11 Overload In order to avoid damages as a result of excess temperatures during continuous operation it is important to observe sufficient break times during the installation process. If the tool should go into an automatic shut-down (TEMP FET) STOP as a result of excessive temperatures the break times should be reviewed and adjusted.
  • Page 30: Charge State Of The Battery

    4.2.13 Charge state of the battery NOTE The tool will only start if the battery has sufficient charge capacity. When fully charged, the battery will display the charge state on the display on the left side as a green battery symbol. As the battery voltage decreases the colour of the sym- bol will change to yellow and then red.
  • Page 31: Display

    Display The displays can be adapted in the HST-Tool-Manager so that the worker is shown, for example, exact values for riveting, stroke, only one OK or NOK, or the counting process. The displays can be shown in German or English. You can also set the unit for the output values (kN or lbf).
  • Page 32: Display Notifications

    4.3.1 Display notifications Display notifications Meaning Battery state of charge: 50 % - 100 % 19320012 READY Battery state of charge: 30 % - 50 % 19320012 READY Battery state of charge: 10 % - 30 % 19320012 READY Battery state of charge: 5 % - 10 % 19320012 READY Battery state of charge: less than 5 %...
  • Page 33 Display notifications Meaning The scan of the barcode with the number "234" was successful. 19320012 SCAN IO The tool is enabled for three rivet nuts with program 1. "234" corre- 000/003 sponds to the barcode scanned for the enabling. HST-Tool-Manager display setting: Signals - OLED-display - Enable display: Barcode ENABLE The tool is enabled for three rivet nuts with program 1.
  • Page 34 Display notifications Meaning The tool is not enabled. 19320012 HALT DISABLE The first of three rivet nuts was successful. Achieved force 7.15 kN and 001/003 a stroke of 9.45 mm. This message is also available as a NOK notice. HST-Tool-Manager display setting: Signals - OLED-display - Display of results: Smiley 7.15 9.45...
  • Page 35 Display notifications Meaning The tool searches for the specified network. 19320012 SCAN The tool has found the network and connects to it. 19320012 JOIN SERVER The tool has successfully connected to the network. 19320012 WLAN OK Maximum temperature of the motor exceeded. Allow the tool to cool 19320012 down and check break times.
  • Page 36 Display notifications Meaning Maximum permissible current exceeded, contact the manufacturer. STOP CUR MAX If the maximum temperature of the control unit is exceeded, contact the manufacturer. STOP TEMP FET Maximum battery voltage exceeded. 20.90 V BATT OVER 0 Battery voltage too low. 17.00 V BATT EMPTY 1 Tool must go for servicing and is only enabled again after confirmation...
  • Page 37: Hst-Tool-Manager

    If an update of your tool is necessary the HST- Tool-Manager will inform you. 1. Start the HST-Tool-Manager by double clicking the HST-Tool-Manager icon: 2. Log-in with the required User, a list of the passwords can be requested from HS-Technik (support@hs-technik.com). - 37 -...
  • Page 38 3. Insert the USB cable included into the Mini-B socket at the bottom of the tool and the opposite end into an open USB interface on your laptop / tablet / PC. 4. Click on the „read“ button on the top right. - 38 -...
  • Page 39 5. The HST-Tool-Manager will now read the settings from your tool and will display its pro- gress using a green bar. At the end the tool overview will be displayed. - 39 -...
  • Page 40: Setup

    4.4.1 Setup Clicking on setup takes you to the tool setup menu. Here, for example, the display, LED display and energy savings settings can be parametrised. 4.4.2 General → Process control - 40 -...
  • Page 41 „manual mode active“ If the checkbox is activated, the tool works in manual mode. In other words, the standard program (yellow star) is always executed. In this mode, the counting function, Wi-Fi and barcode are deactivated. „enable over“ Use the drop-down menu to select how the tool is to be enabled. To use this function, manual mode must be deactivated.
  • Page 42: General → Energy & Lighting

    4.4.3 General → energy & lighting Here you can parametrise the energy saving options and the LED lighting. „energy saving“ The energy saving options can be activated or deactivated with the check-box. „display shut off after“ Time in seconds without action after which the OLED display of the tool will switch off and the screen saver will activate.
  • Page 43: General → Features

    4.4.4 General → features „setup menu“ Activates and deactivates the Setup menu via the display keys. When the function is active, the menu can be accessed by pressing and holding the yellow menu button on the display. „scanner selectable“ If the function is active, the barcode scanner can be activated and deac- tivated via the Setup menu on the tool.
  • Page 44: General → Tm Version

    4.4.5 General → TM version The TM version will display the HST-Tool-Manager version required for this tool, at minimum, the version intended for the application, and the version last written on the tool. - 44 -...
  • Page 45: Management

    4.4.6 Management The location on the management tab and the inventory number of the tool can be saved under administration. Location max. 20 characters Inventory number max. 40 characters - 45 -...
  • Page 46: Signals → Oled-Display

    4.4.7 Signals → OLED-display „language“ Select the language on the OLED display, German or English Default: English „display of results“ Select the display of results on the OLED display. Smiley displays the result as Smiley with the process values as small, Force displays the force reached as large (for NBLF-25), Stroke displays the stroke value reached as large (for NBLS-21), Smiley large displays the result as Smi- ley without process values.
  • Page 47: Signals → Led

    4.4.8 Signals → LED The LED displays around the OLED display can be parametrised under the LED tab. The colour of the display can be changed by clicking on the coloured square. „duration“ The duration of the display in seconds, max. 25.5 seconds. „period“...
  • Page 48: Signals → Sound Signals

    4.4.9 Signals → sound signals „duration“ For the duration the time of the sound signal for OK and NOK results will be parametrised in seconds, max. value 3.0 seconds. „at start“ When the check-box is selected a signal will sound when the tool starts. „during scan“...
  • Page 49: Signals → Vibration Alarm

    4.4.10 Signals → vibration alarm „duration“ The time entry defines how long the vibration alarm is active for. De- fault for NOK events, „Single NOK“ 2.00 seconds and „Total NOK“ 3.50 seconds. - 49 -...
  • Page 50: Graphics

    4.4.11 Graphics The „Graphics“ tab is used to define what is to be recorded and at what sampling rate. „measurand“ F[kN] = Force in kN or Lbf S [mm] = Stroke in mm or inches I [A] = Current in amperes U [V] = Voltage in volts „sampling rate“...
  • Page 51: System Time

    4.4.12 System time Under System time, the tool's Real Time Clock (RTC) can be synchronised with the time of the PC. The RTC continues to be supplied with power internally via a capacitor even when the battery is disconnected from the tool. The internal memory for the RTC can be charged via USB as well as via the battery.
  • Page 52: Basic Settings

    4.4.13 Basic settings Accessories such as Wi-Fi and the barcode scanner as well as the recovery function can be activated under Basic settings „ “ Wi-Fi and the scanner are automatically activated when these functions are selected in General → Process control → Enable over „...
  • Page 53: Update

    4.4.14 Update Select: Click on select and find the .upd file provided by HS-Technik GmbH. Click „start“. The progress of the update will be displayed using a status bar and confirmed at the end with „done“. The tool is now up-to-date with the current firmware and has the same settings as prior to the update.
  • Page 54: Programming

    4.4.15 Programming Click on „Programming“ to access the Program settings menu. Here, for example, the speed, breakage detection and pressure control can be parametrised. 4.4.16 Program - 54 -...
  • Page 55 In program 1, up to 6 steps can be activated, each of which can be individually programmed. To parametrise a step individually, click on it. To create a new step, click on the small blue plus at the top right of the step. When you have clicked on a step, the summary appears in the picture above.
  • Page 56 The direction of the stroke is parametrised here. The default is „Pulling direction“. The „Start position“ setting is only required for special ap- plications. If you have any questions, please contact our support team: support@hs-technik.com „start-up ramp“ This time defines the ramp with which the motor moves to the target speed, recommended value 0.1 - 0.2 seconds.
  • Page 57 - „shiftdown point“ Specifies the force from which the setting speed is to be reduced. Only available in the „rpm + force“ control mode. „stop mode“ In the drop-down menu, it is possible to choose between „No stop“ for switching between two steps and „ECO stop“ for the last step. The parameter for rivet setting are defined in the „Strategy“...
  • Page 58 „I “ If I is activated, I appears. This value defines the point at which the Start Target start stroke measurement for the setting step is to be started. „I “ describes the max. current that the tool can reach in this step. When limit limit this value is reached, the tool stops and displays an NOK error message.
  • Page 59 NBPF-25 force „F “ describes the force that the tool should achieve in this step. When target Target this value is reached, the tool changes to the next step. „F “ If F is activated, F appears. This value defines the point at which Start Target start...
  • Page 60 „I “ If I is activated, I appears. This value defines the point at which the Start Target start stroke measurement for the setting step is to be started. „I “ describes the max. current that the tool can reach in this step. When limit limit this value is reached, the tool stops and displays an NOK error message.
  • Page 61 „sampling rate“ For each step, an individual sampling rate can be selected for the graph- ic recording. This allows the recording to be optimised. If "Standard" is selected, the step is recorded with the value set under "Settings" → "Graphics" → "Sampling rate". (See 4.4.11 Graphics on page 50) „current rejection“...
  • Page 62: Program → Option

    4.4.17 Program → Option The options for the program can be configured under Program Options. NBPS-21 „I “ describes the minimum current for this step. If a current below this value is reached, no rivet has been set. The tool shows "Blank stroke" or "Leerhub"...
  • Page 63 „record graph I “ If this checkbox is selected, graphic recording starts from the entered start current value. „1xNOK → cancel job“ If this checkbox is selected, the program is aborted in the event of an NOK. NBPF-25 „F “ describes the minimum force for this step.
  • Page 64: Maintenance And Servicing

    Maintenance and servicing Apart from the regular cleaning and the inspection and maintenance of the threaded mandrel the battery blind riveting device is largely maintenance-free. DANGER Risk of injury as a result of improper handling! Improperly executed work can lead to hazards. •...
  • Page 65: Cleaning / Replacement Of The Threaded Mandrel

    We recommend an annual machine capability study for high quality standards and a long life span. This can be combined with maintenance and inspection of the overall tool. The machine capability study can be completed by HS-Technik GmbH. - 65 -...
  • Page 66: Service Interval Counter

    4.6.4 Service interval counter The tool has an internal service interval counter which will inform the user of an inspection due. In this case you will receive the following notification in the display: 19320012 SERVICE B The service counters can be parametrised with the HST-Tool-Manager under the „Service“ user.
  • Page 67: Storage

    5 Storage Observe the following information when storing riveters, chargers and batteries: • Remove the battery when you are not using the riveting device. • If you will not be using the battery for a longer period of time it should be stored, fully charged, in a dry, dust-proof area.
  • Page 68 6 Technical data Description NBPS-21 NBPF-25 Operating voltage 18 VDC Device stroke 21 mm Setting force max. 25 kN Setting speed max. 23 mm/s Noise emissions (L 71 dB(A) Measurement uncertainty (K) 3 dB(A) Vibration (a < 2,5 m/s² Measurement uncertainty (K) 1,5 m/s²...
  • Page 69 Specifications in mm Not shown to scale - 69 -...
  • Page 70 7 Troubleshooting and Fault repair The NutBee by HS-Technik is a very stable and long-lasting tool. Please contact HS-Technik GmbH if unknown errors occur. Repairs: Telephone: +49 (0)7628 / 91 11-0 E-mail: repaircenter@hs-technik.com Programming: Telephone: +49 (0)7628 / 91 11-0 E-mail: support@hs-technik.com...
  • Page 71 If the product or its accessories are modified without our consent, this declaration be- comes invalid. Tool description: Programmable cordless blind riveting tool Type designation: NBPx-xx Manufacturer: HS-Technik GmbH Im Martelacker 12 D-79588 Efringen-Kirchen Directives: 2006/42/EU 2014/30/EU Applied standards: EN 62841-1:2015+AC:2015, EN 62841-2-2:2014...
  • Page 72 HS-Technik GmbH Im Martelacker 12 D-79588 Efringen-Kirchen Telephone: +49 (0)7628 - 91 11-0 Fax: +49 (0)7628 - 91 11-90 E-mail: info@hs-technik.com Internet: www.hs-technik.com...

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