2 Intended Use
and Safety Information
Intended Use
and Safety Information
Intended use
The blind riveting system is intended solely for the purpose of processing blind rivets that
are suitable for automatic machines. Any other than the intended use shall be deemed as
not for the intended purpose.
The operator must be instructed and observe the safety information.
Safety information
The device is of state-of-the-art design and constructed in accordance with recognised safety
regulations.
Safe operation is ensured when the device is used for its intended purpose.
The device is intended solely for the purpose of processing blind rivets.
The operating instructions must be read before starting up the device.
Work on the electrical equipment of the device may only be undertaken by qualified electri-
cians in accordance with the electrical engineering codes of practice.
Work on the mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems may only be undertaken by in-
structed persons with specific knowledge of the device.
To protect against electric shock, injury and the risk of fire it is necessary when
carrying out all setup, maintenance and repair work as well as rectifying device
malfunctions to
- wear safety goggles
- ensure that the power plug is disconnected
- ensure the compressed air supply is disconnected from the device
- check that there is no blind rivet on the chute and in the separator unit
- never point the riveting gun at persons or other creatures.
The blind rivet is fed at high speed from the supply unit through the feed hose to
the blind riveting gun.
If it is necessary to remove the feed hose or the spreader nosepiece while carry-
ing out repair or maintenance, the measures described above must be adhered
to and a warning sign additionally displayed on the device.
Failure to use the device for its intended purpose, or to use the device improper-
ly, may result in injury.