Page 2 - Safety warnings; General air tool warnings
2 JCT-2610 Series Rivet Buster Safety warnings General air tool warnings 1. Read and understand this entire manual bef ore attempting assembly or operation. 2. Read and understand all warnings posted on the tool and in this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause serious inj...
Page 3 - Specific warnings for Rivet Busters
JET 3 20. Do not use power tools in damp or wet location, or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted. 21. Do not leave a connected tool unattended. W hen not in use, disconnect tool from air source. 22. Shut off air supply and discharge any residual pressure from tool bef ore removing hos...
Page 4 - About this manual
4 JCT-2610 Series Rivet Buster About this manual This manual is provided by JET, covering the saf e operation and maintenance procedures f or a JET Model JCT-2610 series Rivet Buster. This manual contains instructions on saf ety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance procedures and...
Page 5 - Tool specifications
JET 5 Tool specifications Model number JCT-2610 JCT-2611 JCT-2612 Stock number 550610 550611 550612 Bore 1-3/16 in. (30mm) Piston stroke 11 in. (279mm) 8 in. (203mm) 6 in. (153mm) Impact rate (blows per minute) 850 1,140 1,560 Rivet capacity 1-1/4 in. 1-1/8 in. 1-1/16 in. Energy per blow @90psi 80...
Page 6 - Setup and Assembly; Operation
6 JCT-2610 Series Rivet Buster Setup and Assembly Any missing parts or damage should be reported immediately to your JET ® distributor. Do not use a damaged tool. Read this instruction manual thoroughly for operation, maintenance and saf ety instructions. Box contents: 1 Rivet buster 1 Screw clamp...
Page 7 - Maintenance; Lubrication; Rule of Thumb
JET 7 Important: Do NOT raise air pressure above maximum rating f or this rivet buster. If tool is not accomplishing task at maximum air pressure and flow, use a larger tool or different means to achieve task. Maintenance Inspect rivet buster bef ore each use. Ensure that working steel is secured ...
Page 8 - Air System Recommendations
8 JCT-2610 Series Rivet Buster Air System Recommendations Equip the air compressor intake with a replaceable air filter that can be easily cleaned. Use saf ety shut-off valves so air flow can be stopped quickly in case of a line break. W hen using multiple hoses, air hoses should be larger than le...
Page 9 - Troubleshooting JCT-2610 series Rivet Busters
JET 9 Troubleshooting JCT-2610 series Rivet Busters Any disassembly of the tool should be done by qualified service personnel. For problems not addressed below, contact JET technical service at 800-274-6846. Problem Possible cause Remedy Tool will not start. Air valve closed or obstructed. Open va...
Page 10 - Replacement parts
10 JCT-2610 Series Rivet Buster Problem Possible cause Remedy Severe air leakage. (Note: Minimal escape of air is often normal f or air tools.) Leakage from air inlet. Change O-rings and check f or loosening of air inlet nut. Leakage from throttle valve area. Check f or wear of throttle valve elem...
Page 14 - Warranty and Service
14 JCT-2610 Series Rivet Buster Warranty and Service JET warrants every product it sells against manufacturers’ defects. If one of our tools needs service or repair, please contact Technical Service by calling 1-800-274-6846, 8AM to 5PM CST, Monday through Friday. Warranty Period The general warra...
