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About this manual 

This manual is provided by JET, covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a JET Model 
JAT-920  Pneumatic  Riveter.  This  manual  contains  instructions  on  safety  precautions,  general  operating 
procedures, maintenance procedures and parts breakdown. Your tool has been designed and constructed 
to  provide  consistent,  long-term  operation  if  used  in  accordance  with  the  instructions  set  forth  in  this 
document. 

The instructions and warnings in this manual may not encompass all possible workplace environments. The 
operator  is  expected  to  take  appropriate  precautions  and  exercise  common  sense.  As  with  any  tool 
operation, safety of operator and bystanders should be first priority. 

If there are questions or comments, please contact your local supplier or JET. JET can also be reached at 
our web site: www.jettools.com. 

Record the serial number and purchase information of your tool on the cover of this manual for quick access. 
Retain this manual for future reference. If the tool transfers ownership, the manual should accompany it. 

 

Tool specifications

 

Model number 

JAT-920 

Stock number 

505920 

Capacity, mild steel 

3/16 in. 

Maximum pulling load 

2,000 lb. 

Blind rivet setting capacity 

3/16 in. 

Stroke length 

9/16 in. 

Traction power 

1,940 lb. 

Included nosepieces 

Four: 3/16, 5/32, 1/8, 3/32 in. 

Air inlet 

1/4 in. NPT 

Air hose inside diameter  

3/8 in. 

Required air pressure 

90 psi (621 kPa) 

Overall Length 

11-1/2 in. (292.1 mm) 

Housing material 

Aluminum 

Net weight  

3.48 lb. (1.58 kg) 

Shipping weight 

3.81 lb. (1.73 kg) 

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 The specified values are emission levels and are not necessarily to be seen as safe operating levels. As 

workplace conditions vary, this information is intended to allow the user to make a better estimation of the 
hazards and risks involved only. 

 

Specifications were current at time of publication, but because of our policy of continuous improvement, JET 
reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without prior notice, without incurring obligations. 

Summary of Contents for JAT-920 505920

Page 1: ...Pneumatic Riveter 505920 JAT 920 Operation Parts Manual M 505920 Edition 2 11 2018 JET 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne TN 37086 Ph 800 274 6848 www jettools com Copyright 2015 JET ...

Page 2: ...needed JET has Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States For the name of an Authorized Service Center in your area call 1 800 274 6846 or use the Service Center Locator on the JET website More Information JET is constantly adding new products For complete up to date product information check with your local distributor or visit the JET website How State Law Applies This warra...

Page 3: ...p against the work surface 11 Do not operate air tool without its guards in place Do not modify the tool 12 Do not operate this tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or any medication 13 Adopt a comfortable posture with proper balance and maintain secure footing at all times Non slip footwear or anti skid floor strips are recommended 14 Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Conf...

Page 4: ...veter without safety cap installed as mandrel may be expelled from the tool forcefully causing injury 36 Do not install rivets close to the edge of a work surface as it may cause workpiece to split causing a safety hazard 37 Make sure tool is cleared of spent mandrel before inserting new rivet into nosepiece 38 This tool is for inserting rivets into metal surfaces do not use on soft surfaces Famil...

Page 5: ...ion of your tool on the cover of this manual for quick access Retain this manual for future reference If the tool transfers ownership the manual should accompany it Tool specifications Model number JAT 920 Stock number 505920 Capacity mild steel 3 16 in Maximum pulling load 2 000 lb Blind rivet setting capacity 3 16 in Stroke length 9 16 in Traction power 1 940 lb Included nosepieces Four 3 16 5 3...

Page 6: ...ure 2 3 Push new nosepiece into jaws against the spring tension and rotate until threads engage Tighten nosepiece with wrench 4 Remove protective cap from air inlet Figure 1 If an in line oiler is not being used add 4 or 5 drops of air tool oil not included into the air inlet 5 Blow out air line to remove any dirt or moisture then connect air supply hose to tool Set air pressure to 90 psi IMPORTAN...

Page 7: ...isassembled jaw case jaw halves jaw pusher and the spring 4 Clean each of the disassembled parts Use a cleaning brush on the internal threads of the jaw and inside the rivet head 5 Reassembled parts in proper order 6 Use gauge wrench to check that length of jaw assembly is correct Figure 4 This length ensures proper spring tension Rotate jaw assembly as needed until it fits the span of the gauge a...

Page 8: ...fe of the tool Air System Recommendations Equip the air compressor intake with a replaceable air filter that can be easily cleaned Use safety shut off valves so air flow can be stopped quickly in case of a line break When using multiple hoses air hoses should be larger than leader hose Join multiple hoses directly rather than with quick connect fittings which may cause pressure drops and tool powe...

Page 9: ...JET 9 Figure 3 Recommended arrangement of air piping and air line system ...

Page 10: ...ct and repair trigger and or trigger lever Insufficient pulling action Air valve obstructed Clear any obstructions Low air pressure Verify compressor has proper CFM rating for tool Check compressor regulator setting set air pressure to 90 psi Check for loose connections Dirt or gum deposits on components Flush tool with gum solvent If problem persists disassemble clean and lubricate internal parts...

Page 11: ...ollowing pages To order parts or reach our service department call 1 800 274 6848 Monday through Friday 8 00 a m to 5 00 p m CST Please have the stock number and serial number of your tool available when you call so that we may serve you quickly and accurately ...

Page 12: ...12 JAT 920 Pneumatic Riveter 505920 JAT 920 Pneumatic Riveter exploded view ...

Page 13: ...ring 27x2 1 18 706 18 Safety cap 1 19 706 19 Setting screw pin 4x32 1 20 706 20 Backup ring P12 1 Index Part No Description Qty 21 706 21 Backup O ring P12 2 22 706 22 Frame lock nut 1 23 706 23 Rubber cushion 1 24 706 24 Air cylinder 1 25 706 25 Air piston stem 1 26 706 26 Air piston 1 27 706 27 Air piston lock nut 5 16x18UNC 1 29 706 29 Air piston O ring P60 1 31 706 31 Cylinder O ring 70x2 5 1 ...

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Page 16: ...16 JAT 920 Pneumatic Riveter 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne Tennessee 37086 Phone 800 274 6848 www jettools com ...

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