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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GB731OS/206SH 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 solutions1@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 GB731OS/206SH ............................8 How to use the GB731OS/206SH .............................. 9 Maintenance and Hydraulic Thread Preparation ........................10 Filling ......................................11 Bleeding ....................................
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.
2.25 lbs. (1.02 kg). The entire installation tool weighs 10.50 lbs. (4.76 kg). It has a .500” (12.7 mm) fastener setting stroke. The GB731OS/206SH 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.
DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTIONS Head Cylinder Assembly Bleed Screw Hanger Handle-Split Actuator Lever Assembly Hydraulic “RETURN” Hose Hydraulic “PULL” Hose Air Line Bleed Screw Handle Assembly Air Inlet Image may not reflect actual tool GB731OS/206SH INSTALLATION TOOL REV 12/22...
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. GB731OS/206SH INSTALLATION TOOL REV 12/22...
Piston Rod Assembly moves up Air Piston moves up Piston Rod Assembly moves down Air Piston moves down Air exhaust Air exhaust Pressurized Oil Unpressurized Oil Pressurized Air Unpressurized Air Images may not reflect actual tool GB731OS/206SH INSTALLATION TOOL REV 12/22...
HOW TO SET-UP THE GB731OS/206SH 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 GB731OS/206SH 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.
Fill Bottle Front and Rear bleeder holes on O’ring (S832) (745263) head cylinder assembly (731912). Button head cap screws (402482) & stat-o-seals (S572). ***Keep air hole free from oil*** Images may not reflect actual tool GB731OS/206SH INSTALLATION TOOL REV 12/22...
Add dimension (A) to dimension (B). If stroke is not within 1/64” (.396 mm) repeat steps 6 - 11. For your consideration, Gage Bilt offers a depth gage (Pt.# A-1935) to help simplify and more accurately check your tool stroke.
TOOL, remove the nose from the tool and disassemble. Replace worn or broken parts. Clean the surface the jaws ride on. Stems lodged side by side in the follower. Disassemble, remove stems, and reassemble. Incorrect follower. GB731OS/206SH INSTALLATION TOOL REV 12/22...
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-split (700326) with fingers. Insert and turn 5/8” open end wrench / adjustable wrench and snug tight approximately 1/4 - 1/2 turn. Reattach actuator lever assembly (704343) and pin-slotted (400608) to the handle-split (700326). GB731OS/206SH INSTALLATION TOOL REV 12/22...
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If ports are plugged, use needle nose pliers to grasp end of spring (704141), turning clockwise and pulling to dislodge from groove in casting. Valve spring installation tool assembly (704262) will facilitate the proper installation of the spring (704141). Valve sleeve (703139) can be pulled out using valve sleeve removal tool assembly (704163). GB731OS/206SH INSTALLATION TOOL REV 12/22...
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. GB731OS/206SH INSTALLATION TOOL REV 12/22...
GB731OS-206SH 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 STANDARD LONG STRADDLE NOSE (Sold Separately) (Sold Separately) (Sold Separately) FASTENER DIA. STANDARD STRADDLE NOSE...
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Accessories Cont. 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 Catcher Bag-Stem Grip Gage #269G3 #704214 #756610 For CHERRYMAX® and CHERRYLOCK® rivets (Sold Separately) (Sold Separately)
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Stroke - .500" (12.7 mm) Hand held weight - 2.0 lbs. (.91 kg) Pull load - 4,800 (21.4 kN) GB31OSSH Stroke - .600" (15.24 mm) Hand held weight - 2.25 lbs. (1.02 kg) Pull load - 4,700 (20.9 kN) GB731OS/206SH INSTALLATION TOOL REV 12/22...
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CHERRYMAX® & CHERRYLOCK® ARE REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF CHERRY AEROSPACE FASTENERS. DEXRON® IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION. LUBRIPLATE® IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF FISKE BROTHERS REFINING CO. LOCTITE® IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF HENKEL CORPORATION. TEFLON® IS A REGISTERED TRADE- MARK OF E.I DUPONT DE NEMOURS & CO. GB731OS/206SH INSTALLATION TOOL REV 12/22...
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