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DESCRIPTION
WARNING
:
THE BALANCE OF THIS TOOL IS DESIGNED FOR HORIZONTAL USE AND IS NOT SUITED FOR
ANY OTHER APPLICATIONS. GAGE BILT WILL BE PLEASED TO ADVISE FOR YOUR SPECIFIC
APPLICATION.
The GB2480 is a hydraulic installation tool designed specifically for the efficient installation of a wide range
of blind rivets, lockbolts and Multi-Grip fasteners thru 1/4" diameter. It weighs just over 3 lbs. and can be
operated in any position with one hand. It has an .875” (22.2mm) rivet setting stroke and rated pull load of
5600 lbs. (24.91 kN).
The GB2480 installation tool operates on hydraulic pressure developed by the GB940 Powerunit set at 8400
psi (579.1 bar) max PULL pressure and 3200 psi (220.6 bar) max RETURN pressure. The tool comes
equipped with 12 ft. hydraulic hoses and couplings, actuator and cord (GB2480) or air actuator and tubing
(GB2480A).
NOSE ASSEMBLIES ARE NOT FURNISHED WITH THE RIVETER AND MUST BE ORDERED SEPARATELY.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
:
EXCESSIVE CONTACT WITH HYDRAULIC FLUID AND LUBRICANTS SHOULD BE AVOIDED.
WARNING:
MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL
MUST
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS.
WARNING
:
DISCONNECT TOOL FROM ITS POWERSOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING MAINTENANCE.
WARNING
:
BE SURE POWERUNIT IS DISCONNECTED BEFORE CLEANING OR WHEN REPLACING WORN
OR DAMAGED COMPONENTS. SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY MAY OCCUR IF POWER SOURCE
IS NOT DISCONNECTED.
The performance of any tool depends upon good maintenance practices. Following these minimal require-
ments for service and care will extend the life of your tool.
*Only use a hydraulic power source equipped with relief valves and pressures set within specified lim
its. Consult Powerunit Manual for procedure to set PULL and RETURN pressures.
*Keep hydraulic system free of dirt. Avoid letting couplers contact a dirty floor.
*Do not use as a hammer to force fasteners into holes or otherwise abuse tool.
*Proper care by operators is necessary in maintaining full productivity and reducing down time.
*Check tool, all hoses and all couplings daily for damage or air/hydraulic leaks. Tighten or replace (if
necessary).
IMPORTANT:
Be sure to use thread sealant on all hydraulic fittings, Loctite® 30534 or similar Teflon® infused pipe
dope is recommended.
CAUTION:
Teflon tape is an excellent thread sealer. If it not properly applied,
however, pieces may enter the hydraulic system and cause malfunction and damage. Use 1 1/2 wraps
of tape on each thread. Cut off all loose tape ends. Tighten until fitting feels snug and then go 1/2 to a
full turn past that point.
CAUTION:
Over tightening can easily distort the threads.
