Astro Pneumatic 1442 User Manual

13" NUT/THREAD SETTING HAND RIVETER KIT
WITH 3PC METRIC AND 3PC SAE MANDREL/NOSEPIECE SETS
AND RIVET NUT ASSORTMENT

This tool is intended to be used to install metric M5, M6, M8
and SAE 10-24, 1/4-20, 5/16-18 rivet nuts. Do not use this tool
outside of the designed intent. Never modify the tool for any
other purpose or use.

• Astro Pneumatic Tool Co. warrants our products to the original user against defective
material or workmanship for a period of 1 year (except where noted on our price
schedule) from the date of 1st use. Astro reserves the right to determine whether the
product failed because of defective material, workmanship or other causes and to charge
back for missing parts. Astro Pneumatic Tool Co., at its discretion, will repair products
covered under this warranty free of charge. The distributor should direct the original user
to return the product (with the exceptions listed below) with the distributor’s name,
address, adequate proof of date of purchase or a copy of warranty card, and a short note
explaining the problem. Failures caused by accident, alteration, or misuse are not

covered by this warranty.

• If one part of this product fails, please do not return the entire product. Astro will
replace free of charge component parts of this product that fail within 1 year of first
use by the original user. Items included in this category include but are not limited
to kits, hand tool kits and any other product where there are multiple items or
components that make up the unit. Please contact the phone number below in
order to obtain the replacement components covered under warranty.

• Astro Pneumatic Tool Co. or its authorized service representatives must perform all
warranty repairs. Any repair to the product by unauthorized service representatives
voids this warranty. The rights under this warranty are limited to the original user and may
not be transferred to subsequent owners.

• This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including warranties
of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Some states do not allow the
exclusion of limitations of incidental or consequential damages so the
above limitations may not apply to you.

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WARNING

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN ANY PRO DUCT WITHOUT CALLING

1-800-221- 9705 FOR IN STRUCTIONS

PRODUCT INFORMATION:

SPECIFICATIONS:

WARNING

MADE IN CHINA

Study, understand and follow all instructions provided with this
product. Read these instructions carefully before installing,
operating, servicing or repairing this tool. Keep these instructions
in a safe accessible place.

INTENDED USE OF THE TOOL

1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Before Use

When unpacking, check the parts diagram and part number

listing on page 4 to make sure all parts are included. If any

parts are missing or damaged, please call your distributor.

• Normal use of this product is likely to expose the user to

dust and/or microscopic particles containing chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Always wear appropriate
safety equipment and clothing when using this product.
Study, understand and follow all instructions provided with
this product. Failure to read and follow all warnings and
operating instructions may result in damages and serious
injury or death.

• Always wear ANSI approved goggles when using this
product. (Users and By standers).

• Never use this tool for any application other than for which

it was designed.

• Only use accessories designed for this tool.

• Never alter or modify this tool in any way.

DO NOT DISCARD – GIVE TO USER

13" NUT/THREAD SETTING HAND RIVETER KIT

WITH 3PC METRIC AND 3PC SAE MANDREL/NOSEPIECE SETS

AND RIVET NUT ASSORTMENT

• New "Toolless Quick-Change Head" design allows for easy

changing of mandrels and nose pieces by hand

• Disassembly of tool never required, unique spring loaded inner hex
sleeve automatically locks the rotation of hand installed mandrels

• Patented structure increases power and reduces shock

• Shorter handle with double compound hinges

that maximize leverage

• 6 interchangeable mandrel/nosepiece sets in Metric

M5, M6, & M8 and in SAE 10-24, 1/4-20, & 5/16-18

• Includes 10 pieces of each of the following rivet nuts:

M5, M6, M8, 10-24, 1/4-20 and 5/16-18

• Ideal for working in hard-to-reach areas

• Ergonomic grip for easy operation

Weight: 2.43 lbs. (1100g)

Length: 13" (330mm)
Max. Working Stroke: 9mm
Max. Effective Working Stroke: 7mm

Arm Force Multiplier: 30

Nut Size

M4

M5

M6

M8

Drill Size

6mm (7/32")

7mm (9/32")

9mm (3/8")

11mm (7/16")

DRILL SIZE GUIDE

Metric

Nut Size

10-24

1/4-20

5/16-18

Drill Size

7mm (9/32")

10mm (13/32")

11mm (7/16")

SAE

13" NUT/THREAD SETTING HAND RIVETER KIT
WITH 3PC METRIC AND 3PC SAE MANDREL/NOSEPIECE SETS
AND RIVET NUT ASSORTMENT

1442

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WARNING

Always wear ANSI approved safety goggles when using this
product (Users and Bystanders). Failure to read and follow all
warnings and operating instructions may result in damages and
serious injuries or death.

1. Remove and install the mandrel and nosepieces. Always

keep the matched mandrel/nosepiece sets together.

2. Remove nosepiece from #3 sleeve by unthreading the nose

piece counterclockwise. This can be done either by hand or

with the provided wrench if too tight to do so.

3. Using your thumbnail or tool, press down to depress the #6
inner hexagonal sleeve that sits within the #3 outer sleeve.
This should expose the lower hex portion of the mandrel.

4. Unthread the mandrel by hand to remove it from the sleeve.
Once the mandrel has been threaded out far enough to clear
the #6 hex sleeve you may release tension on this sleeve
collar.

5. Choose the correct mandrel/nosepiece to be installed.

6. Thread the new mandrel into the tool by hand until it
approaches the #6 hex sleeve and fully depress this sleeve
to allow the mandrel to be threaded further until it stops.
The mandrel does not need to be torqued. Release the
hex sleeve and allow it to fully reengage the mandrel. If the

mandrel and hex sleeve do not initially align, rotate the #19
knob while holding onto the mandrel until it clicks up and

reengages.

7. Thread the matching nose piece into the #3 by hand.

Torqueing the nose piece is optional.

Assembly direction

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Choose the rivet nut size to be installed.

2. Install the correct size mandrel/nosepiece for the rivet nut to
be installed. See photos and instructions for changing the
mandrel/nosepiece and adjustment.

3. Drill a hole in the work product the same size or slightly larger

than the outside diameter of the rivet nut to be installed.

4. To install the rivet nut, open the handles outward as far as

possible and thread the rivet nut clockwise onto the mandrel

until reaching the nosepiece.

5. Insert the rivet nut fastened to the riveter into the pre-drilled

hole until flush with the work product, and pull handles inward

to secure the rivet nut into the hole. If the rivet nut is loose in
the hole, open the handles outward, turn #19 knob clockwise,
and pull handles inward until the rivet nut is secure in the
hole. Repeat as necessary until the rivet nut is secure in the
hole. See adjustment instructions if necessary.

6. Turn the #19 knob counterclockwise until the mandrel is
removed from the rivet nut. The rivet nut installation is
complete if the rivet nut is secure from movement in the hole.

CHANGING MANDREL/
NOSEPIECE INSTRUCTIONS: