GB456A
HYDRAULIC HAND RIVETER
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
GAGE BILT TOOLS ARE AVAILABLE WORLDWIDE
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44766 Centre Court Clinton Twp. MI 48038 USA
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GAGE BILT
MADE in USA
Rev. 1/20
GAGE BILT : GB456A INSTALLATION TOOL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Description Page
Description and Technical Specifications ............................................................................................................................... 3
Warnings ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Parts list and How to use the GB456A ..................................................................................................................................... 5
Maintenance and Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................................... 6
Nose Assembly Selection ......................................................................................................................................................... 7
Accessories ................................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Seller warrants that all goods covered by this catalog will conform
to applicable specifications and will replace or repair, EXW our plant, any
goods providing defective from faulty workmanship, or material, for 1 year
from date of shipment.
Said warranty to remain in effect if, and only if, such goods are
used in accordance with all instructions as to maintenance, operation and
use, set forth in manuals and instruction sheets furnished by seller.
Sellers obligation under this warranty shall be limited to the repair
or rework of the goods supplied or replacement thereof, at Seller’s option,
and in no case is to exceed the invoice value of said goods. Under no
circumstances will the seller be liable for incidental or consequential
damages or for damages incurred by the buyer or subsequent user in
repairing or replacing defective goods or if the goods covered by this
warranty are reworked or subjected to any type of additional processing.
This warranty is void if Seller is not notified in writing of any
rejections or defects within 1 year after the receipt of the material by the
customer.
THIS WARRANTY IS MADE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY.
WARRANTY
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The GB456A is a hydraulic hand riveter designed specifically for the most efficient installation of all 1/8", 5/32", 3/16" and 1/4"
diameter Cherrymax® and High Clinch® rivets. It weighs 20 .5 oz.(.58kg) and is 6-1/4" high x 6" long x 1 3/4" wide without a pulling
head. The GB456A has a .5/8” (15.88mm) max. stroke and a minimum rated pull load of 3,500 lbs. (15.6 kN)
The Hydraulic system is sealed and oil should not be added. If the tool should be damaged and leaks oil, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL
DISTRIBUTOR OR GAGE BILT. INC.
NOSE ASSEMBLIES ARE NOT FURNISHED WITH THIS TOOL AND MUST BE ORDERED SEPARATELY.
WARNING:
DO NOT PUMP TOOL WHEN THE SPRING IS NOT IN PLACE, TO RETRACT TOOL WITH NO
SPRING, BRING HANDLES TOGETHER, PUSH THE BUTTON WITH MIDDLE FINGER OR FREE
HAND, PLACE THUMB AND FIRST FINGER OF SAME HAND ON FRONT OF PROTECTIVE SHIELD
AND FORCE IT TO THE FULL RETRACTED POSITION, RELEASE BUTTON AND HANDLES.
SPECIFICATIONS
Hand Held Weight - 20.5 oz. (0.58 kg)
Power source - Hand operated. Two Valve, cylindrical hydraulic
pump assembly, with pressure relief valve.
Hydraulic oil - Chevron AW Machine Oil 10 ISO-10
or equivalent
Setting stroke Max. - 5/8" (15.88 mm)
Rated pulling force Max. - 3,500 lbs. (15.6 kN)
DESCRIPTION
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WARNING
Do not pull fastener unless it is placed in an
assembly, pin will eject forcibly when pintail breaks
off. Severe personal injury may result.
WARNING
When operating, repairing or overhauling tool, wear
approved eye protection. Do not look in front of
nose assembly or rear of tool when installing
fastener.
CAUTION
Ensure that nose assembly and tip are properly
matched for the fastener being installed.
CAUTION
Keep Nose Assemblies clean and free of chips and
debris.
WARNING
Be sure there is adequate clearance for tool and
operator's hands before proceeding. Keep fingers
clear of any moving parts. Keep fingers clear from
fasteners and installed materials. Severe personal
injury may result.
CAUTION
Do not use beyond the design intent.
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 should be done by
qualified personnel trained on Gage Bilt
procedures.
WARNING
Do not use tool in explosive atmosphere.
CAUTION
Tool is not to be used as a hammer.
SAFETY WARNINGS
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE
SERVICING OR USING THIS TOOL.
WARNINGS:
MUST BE UNDERSTOOD TO AVOID
SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY
CAUTIONS:
SHOW CONDITIONS THAT WILL
DAMAGE EQUIPMENT OR STRUCTURE
WARNING
Do not place hands or fingers between nose assy
and work piece when installing fastener.
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GB456A PARTS LIST
456219-ADAPTER ASSEMBLY
1. Insert adapter shaft assembly (456217) into end of spring (50304).
2. Insert other end of spring (50304) over piston rod and thread hand tight until it stops.
3. Place adapter sleeve (456218) over assembly and thread hand tight into tool.
*Refer to pulling head data sheets for installation and adjustments.
HOW TO USE THE GB456A
1. Attached correct nose assembly to tool.
2. Install fastener into work.
3. Install fastener into nose assembly.
4. Squeeze handles together repeatedly until fastener breaks
5. Reset tool by pressing and holding the release button in while squeezing handles together until tool is fully retracted.
6. Remove pintail.
7. Repeat steps 1-6.
*Refer to pulling head data sheets for installation and adjustments.
WARNING: Do not squeeze handle together without Adapter-Shaft Assembly (456217) and the Spring (50304) being
installed on tool.
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The performance of any tool depends upon good maintenance practices. Following these minimal requirements for service and care
will extend the life of your tool.
*Proper care by operator is necessary in maintaining full productivity and reducing downtime. Read all applicable tool manuals and
nose assembly data sheets prior to operating tools.
*Keep nose assemblies, especially jaws, clean and free of chips and debris. Lube jaws and collet surfaces that jaws ride
on with light machine oil on a daily basis.
*Check tool daily for damage or hydraulic leaks.
*Check that nose components have not vibrated loose. Tighten if necessary.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Providing all maintenance conditions have been met, follow this systematic approach to diagnosis.
1. RIVET PINTAIL IS STUCK IN TOOL—SEE STEP (5) UNDER HOW TO USE.
a) Point tool downward and lightly tap nose assembly against hard surface while squeezing handles. Press release button.
b) Disassemble and remove pintail and re-assemble.
2. TOOL WILL NOT REVERSE
a) Squeeze handles until there is a slight give, then press release button while still squeezing handles.
b) Disassemble and remove any foreign objects and re-assemble.
3. FASTENER DOES NOT PULL RIVET
a) Ensure Nose Assembly is properly attached.
b) Replace Jaw Assembly.
4. RIVET DOES NOT FIT TOOL
a) Ensure proper nose assembly is on tool
5. TOOL IS LEAKING HYDRAULIC OIL
a) The Hydraulic system is sealed and oil should not be added. If the tool should be damaged and leaks oil.
CONTACT YOUR LOCAL DISTRIBUTOR OR GAGE BILT. INC.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Tool must be maintained in a safe working condition at all times and examined on a daily basis for damage or
wear.
WARNING: Excessive contact with hydraulic oil and lubricants should be avoided.
WARNING: Maintenance personnel MUST read and understand all warnings and cautions.
WARNING: Read SDS documents for all applicable materials.
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This unit complies to EN 792-1 Standards
GB456A NOSE ASSEMBLY SELECTION CHART
ACCESSORIES
(SOLD SEPARATELY)
DIAMETER STRAIGHT RIGHT ANGLE (2) OFFSET
1/8
456MAX-701-17 (1) 456MAX-704-54RA (1, 2) 456MAX-704-43OS (1)
5/32
456MAX-704-35 (1)
3/16
456MAX-749-35 (1, 3)
3/32
3C-715B-43 (4) 3C-704-54RA (2) 3C-704A-40OS
1/8
4C-715B-43 (4) 4C-704-54RA (2) 4C-704A-40OS
5/32
5C-715B-43 (4) 5C-704-54RA (2) 5C-704A-40OS
3/16
6C-715B-43 (4) 6C-704-54RA (2) 6C-704A-40OS
3/32
3A-715B-43 (4) 3A-704-54RA (2) 3A-704A-40OS
1/8
4A-715B-43 (4) 4A-704-54RA (2) 4A-704A-40OS
5/32
5A-715B-43 (4) 5A-704-54RA (2) 5A-704A-40OS
3/16
6A-715B-43 (4) 6A-704-54RA (2) 6A-704A-40OS
8/32
GS8-715B-43 (4)
10/32
GS10-715B-43 (4)
GAGE BILT CERTIFIES THE GB456A WILL INSTALL THE ABOVE FASTENERS
3) FRONT END EJECTING NOSE ASSEMBLY.
NOTE: THE LAST 2 DIGITS OF THE NOSE ASSEMBLY REPRESENTS THE LENGTH THE NOSE
1) INSTALLS 1/8", 5/32", AND 3/16" DIAMETERS
2) RIGHT ANGLE NOSE ASSEMBLIES MAY REQUIRE MORE THAN ONE PULL.
EXTENDS FROM THE TOOL I.E. -20 = 2.0 INCHES Rev. 1/20
4) REQUIRES 704001 ADAPTER
CHERRYM A X® AND M B C® ARE REGISTERED TRA DEM ARK OF CHERRY AEROSPACE FASTENERS.
FASTENER
CHERRYMAX®,
CHERRYMAX® 'AB',
MBC® LOCK CREATOR
BACR15FR/FP, BACR15GF/GK,
NAS1900 S & U SERIES BLIND RIVET
WITH DRIVE WASHER
NUT PLATE RIVETS
MS20600 SERIES
CCR244/264/274
MS/9SP/PT
BACR15CC/CF/DA/DR
GROUND STUD
M83454
BACS53B1EA1/2
'A' CODE
NAS1398A
NAS1399A
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