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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GB2581WS/GB2581AWS INSTALLATION TOOL GAGE BILT TOOLS ARE AVAILABLE WORLDWIDE E-MAIL US FOR DISTRIBUTOR NEAR YOU. GAGE BILT 44766 Centre Court, Clinton Twp., MI. 48038 USA Ph: +1 (586) 226-1500 Fax: +1 (586) 226-1505 MADE in USA solutions1@gagebilt.com / www.gagebilt.com...
Description and Technical Specifications ..........................4 Description of Functions ................................5 Safety Warnings ..................................6 Principle of Operation ................................7 How to set-up the GB2581WS/GB2581AWS ........................... 8 How to use the GB2581WS/GB2581AWS ..........................9 Maintenance and Hydraulic Thread Preparation ........................10 Troubleshooting ..................................11 Overhaul ....................................
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 & EN12100-2 EN792-1:2000+A1 The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 EU REPRESENTATIVE Edgar Hausmann GmbH Förster-Busch-Str.
10,700 lbs. (47.59 kN) @ 7,400 psi. (510.2 bar). The GB2581WS (electric actuated) installation tool operates on hydraulic pressure developed by the GB947 power unit set at 7,400 psi. (510.2 bar) maximum PULL pressure and 3,200 psi (220.6 bar) maximum RETURN pressure. The tool comes equipped with 12 ft.
DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTIONS GB2581WS GB2581AWS Deflector Deflector Handle Handle Electric Actuator Air Actuator Hydraulic Hose—Return Hydraulic Hose—Return Air line Electrical Control Cord Hydraulic Hose—Pull Hydraulic Hose—Pull Images may not reflect actual tool GB2581WS / GB2581AWS INSTALLATION TOOL. 7/21 REV 3/23...
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. GB2581WS / GB2581AWS INSTALLATION TOOL. 7/21 REV 3/23...
The pintail will eject from the deflector once next fastener is installed. HYDRAULIC DIAGRAM Piston Travel Piston Travel Actuator Actuator PULL Pressure PULL Pressure RETURN Pressure RETURN Pressure PULL Cycle RETURN Cycle Pressurized Oil Unpressurized Oil Images may not reflect actual tool GB2581WS / GB2581AWS INSTALLATION TOOL. 7/21 REV 3/23...
1. Set hydraulic power unit to the recommended pressure, 7,400 psi (510.2 bar) Max. for the pull and 3,200 psi (220.6 bar) Max. for the return. Gage Bilt pressure gage assembly (942280) (sold separately) is recommended to aid in this procedure. “See hydraulic power unit manual for correct procedure when adjusting pressures”.
Do not operate when recommended pressures are exceeded as it could cause severe personal injury and or damage the equipment. WARNING: Use only Gage Bilt hydraulic hoses and couplings, or equivalent, rated for 10,000 psi. (689.5 bar) working pressure. WARNING: Do not operate this tool without deflector, pintail catcher bag or pintail collection bottle in place.
• Gage Bilt does not recommend using a pneumatic lubricator or adding pneumatic oil to the air inlet on our tools or powerunits. The performance of any tool depends upon good maintenance practices. Following these minimal requirements daily will extend the life of your tool.
Replace defective parts and clean before reassembling. 8. PINTAIL OF FASTENER FAILS TO BREAK. a.) Improper tool operation. b.) Pull grooves on fastener stripped. c.) Pull pressure too low. d.) Worn relief valve. GB2581WS / GB2581AWS INSTALLATION TOOL. 7/21 REV 3/23...
All tool materials are recyclable except rubber o’rings, seals and wipers. Gage Bilt does not recommend using a pneumatic lubricator or adding pneumatic oil to the air inlet on our tools or powerunits. Use of SERVICE KIT (GB2581WSKS), which contains a complete set of o'rings, back-up rings and screws, can achieve a complete overhaul.
If you are unsure your nose assembly requires a stroke limiter, contact Gage Bilt. 1. To reduce stroke see overhaul (#1 thru #7) on pg.12 to remove piston assembly then refer to instructions and illustrations below and see warnings above.
GB2581WS/GB2581AWS 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 STRAIGHT *OFFSET GRIP GAGES (Sold Separately) (Sold Separately) Grip Gage #269G3 For CHERRYMAX® and CHERRYLOCK® fasteners...
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GB2581WS/GB2581AWS ACCESSORIES Cont. Approved for use on Gage Bilt CE installation tools and/or other manufacturer’s CE approved tools of similar design. (Sold Separately) Adapter Assembly Adapter Assembly #353204 #745205 Adapts all offset 204 series noses & Adapts all offset 205 series noses &...
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GB2581WS/GB2581AWS ACCESSORIES Cont. Approved for use on Gage Bilt CE installation tools and/or other manufacturer’s CE approved tools of similar design. (Sold Separately) GB947 ELECTRIC POWERUNIT (Sold Separately) The GB947 Hydraulic Powerunit is a light-weight, portable power source designed to operate on a wide range of hydraulic installation tools.
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GB2581WS/GB2581AWS ACCESSORIES Cont. Approved for use on Gage Bilt CE installation tools and/or other manufacturer’s CE approved tools of similar design. (Sold Separately) GB910 HYDRAULIC POWERUNIT (Sold Separately) The GB910 Hydraulic Powerunit is a portable power source designed to operate a wide range of hydraulic installation tools.
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STANDARD & OFFSET COLLAR FEEDERS Approved for use on Gage Bilt CE installation tools and/or other manufacturer’s CE approved tools of similar design. (Sold Separately) Installation of 5/32”- 3/8” LGP® collars Contact Gage Bilt for more information (Sold Separately) Gage Bilt Installation tool,...
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STRAIGHT FEED N SWAGE Approved for use on Gage Bilt CE installation tools and/or other manufacturer’s CE approved tools of similar design. (Sold Separately) SWAGING: EASY AS... Operator presents nose to pintail and feeder dispenses collar onto pin. PATENT PENDING...
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COLLAR FEEDER BOWLS (Sold Separately) Collar Feeder Bowl Feeds collars in Cartridge Contact Gage Bilt for more information. (Sold Separately) Collar Feeder Bowl For Straight Feed N Swage Feeds collars into feeder tube Contact Gage Bilt for more information. (Sold Separately) Images may not reflect actual feeder bowl or parts GB2581WS / GB2581AWS INSTALLATION TOOL.
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Riveter Kits Available (Sold Separately) Gage Bilt offers a wide selection of standard and custom kits tailored to your needs. Contact us for more information. Approved TEFLON® IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF E.I. DUPONT DE NEMOURS & CO. LUBRIPLATE® IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF FISKE BROTHERS REFINING CO. SLIC-TITE® IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF LA-CO INDUSTRIES INC.
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