FSI PT-4500H, PT-4500 Operating Manual

PT-4500/PT-4500H

Operating Manual

Fastening Systems International, Inc
1206 E. MacArthur Street
Sonoma, CA 95476
Tel: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

Safety instructions

Caution:
The following safety rules must be observed for adequate protection against electric
shocks, injuries or fire hazards:

• The blind riveting tool should be used exclusively to set blind rivets!

• Do not overload the tool; work within the prescribed work capacity.

• Never use the blind riveting tool in a humid or wet environment or close to inflammable

substances or gases. Risk of explosion!

• Ensure that the battery is properly secured in the grip.

• Remove the battery when the blind riveting tool is not in use and for repair/servicing

operations.

• Do not use the blind riveting tool as a hammer.

• When not in use, keep the blind riveting tool in a dry, closed room and out of the reach

of children.

• When working with the tool, always wear protective goggles. Personal protection like
clothes, gloves, safety helmet, non-slip shoes, ear protection and anti-fall protection are
highly recommended.

• The air inlets for the motor should not be obstructed. Do not introduce anything into
them.

• When setting the blind riveting tool down, make sure that it cannot fall.

• Use only genuine spare parts for repair.

• Repair work must be carried out by skilled workers. In case of doubt, always send the

blind riveting tool back to the manufacturer.

• Do not use the tool outside of riveting holes! The blind rivet could be ejected from the
tool! Never turn the tool towards yourself or towards another person!

• The mandrel container (n° 39) must be mounted on the blind riveting tool during operation.

Starting procedure

• Insert fully charged battery in correct position into housing.

• Select correct nosepiece according to table 1.4.

• To screw in the nosepiece, activate the switch and proceed until the stop position has

been reached at the back.

• Then remove the battery. Screw in the nosepiece and tighten it using the wrench
provided. Put the battery back in and activate the switch.

Mode of operation

The blind riveting tool features optimized operating speed. After inserting the blind rivet, the
blind riveting tool can be operated in two different modes:

a. Pressing and holding the switch:

Press and hold the switch to start riveting. The pulling process stops automatically when the
rivet reaches the rear end position. The tool automatically assumes the front starting position
when the switch is released.

b. Tapping the switch:

Riveting is triggered by briefly tapping and immediately releasing the switch. As soon as

the mandrel breaks off, the blind riveting tool stops and automatically re-assumes the front
starting position.

• Eject the spent mandrel by tilting to the rear into the spent mandrel container or to the
front through the nosepiece.

• The blind riveting tool is equipped with overload protection. In the event of overloading
the blind riveting tool, e.g. by setting rivets that are outside the working range, riveting
stops, indicated by the 3 LEDs flashing slowly (1 Hz). Press the switch to make the blind
riveting tool go back to the start position and it is then ready for operation.

• The control detects a blockage on return (e.g. dirt, foreign object, etc. in the steel head
sleeve). The tool stops the return procedure and immediately assumes the rear end position
automatically. The fault is indicated by the LEDs flashing rapidly (2 Hz). The battery
pack must be removed and the fault eliminated. Then reinsert the battery and briefly
press the switch. The tool assumes the front-end position and is again ready for use.

• The blind riveting tool is fitted with an acoustic warning device, which provides information
about the remaining battery time. Beeps sound to tell the user when to change the battery.
This ensures that the blind riveting tool will not switch off during a riveting operation.

The blind riveting tool is equipped with 3 LED lights to illuminate the work space. These can
be turned on by turning the black ring (n° 44) behind the LEDs. There are 3 settings, which are
displayed by an arrow cast in the housing.

3 beeps and flashing LED lights for 10 seconds:

The battery needs to be changed soon (about 20% battery charge remaining).

6 beeps and flashing LED lights for 10 seconds after every setting sequence:

Change the battery after a few more riveting sequences in order to guarantee safe riveting
sequences (approx. 10% battery remaining).
9 beeps and flashing LED lights for 10 seconds: The next riveting sequence cannot be
reliably carried out. The blind riveting tool is switched off. Change the battery.

1.8 Lighting

— Continuous light/torch function:

The lighting is switched on after a riveting sequence and stays on for
approx. 10 minutes. The LEDs then turn off automatically.

Zero position:

Lights switched off.

-- Work light:

Lights are switched on at the start of the riveting sequence. The LEDs stay
on for about 10 seconds and then switch off automatically.