MSA Airetool GT Series Instruction and safety manual

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Operating & Service Manual
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GT Series
Grooving / Serrating Tool
Airetool®
in. mm in. mm
1/2 12.7 GT-500-1270 5526083 1/2 12.7 GT-500-1270M 5526115
5/8 15.8 GT-625-1588 5525886 5/8 15.8 GT-625-1588M 5526116
3/4 19.0 GT-750-1905 5525756 3/4 19.0 GT-750-1905M 5526117
3/4 19.0 GT-750-1905-1SP 5526137 3/4 19.0 GT-750-1905M-1SP 5526164
7/8 22.2 GT-875-2223 5525587 7/8 22.2 GT-875-2223M 5526118
1 25.4 GT-1000-2540 5525706 1 25.4 GT-1000-2540M 5526119
1 25.4 GT-1000-2540-1SP 5526138 1 25.4 GT-1000-2540M-1SP 5526165
Inch
Tube O.D.
Model No.
Order No.
Metric
Tube O.D.
Model No.
Order No.

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Description and General Safety Recommendations
Language Version:
This Parts Manual is the “Original Instructions”
intended for all persons who will use or repair this
equipment.
Product Identication:
Refer to the “Model Nomenclature” page in this
document.
Noise and Vibration:
Not applicable for this equipment.
General Desctiption:
Accessory: Grooving/Serrating tool.
Intended Use:
The GT Grooving/Serrating tool cuts grooves inside the
tube sheet before tube installation.
Copyright Protection:
Apex Tool Group, LLC reserves the right to modify,
supplement or improve this document or the product
withoutpriornotice.This document may not be reproduced
in any way, shape or form, in full or parts thereof, or
copied to another natural or machine readable language
or to a data carrier, whether electronic, mechanical,
optical or otherwise without the express permission of
Apex Tool Group, LLC.
GENERAL SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS:
FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF
OTHERS, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE
SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT.
When using this tool, basic safety practices should
always be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury
including the following items:
KNOW THE TOOL: Read the product manuals carefully.
Learn its applications and limitations as well as the
specic potential hazards peculiar to this tool.
ALWAYS DISCONNECT AIR: The air supply should
be disconnected when the tool is not in use and before
servicing.
NEVER ACTIVATE OUTSIDE OF TUBE: The air control
valve should never be activated unless the seal is inside
of a tube I.D. which is the proper size for the seal.
STAY ALERT: Be careful and watch what you are doing.
Use common sense.
ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Eye and Face Protection:
For additional information on eye and face protection,
refer to Federal OSHA Regulations, 29 Code of Federal
Regulations, Section 1910.133 Eye and Face Protection,
and American National Standards Institute, ANSI A87.1,
Occupational and Educational Eye and Face Protection
Z87.1 is available from the American National Standards
Institute, 11 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036.
Hearing Protection:
Hearing protection is required in high noise areas, 85 dB
A or greater. The operation of other tools and equipment
in the area. reective sufaces, process noises and

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General Safety Recommendations
resonant structures can substantially contribute to and
increase the noise level in the area. For additional
information on hearing protection, refer to Federal
OSHA Regulations, 29 Code of Federal Regulations,
Section 1910.95, Occupational Noise Exposure, and
American National Standards Institute, ANSI S12.6
Hearing Protectors.
Follow good machine shop practices.
Rotating shafts and moving
components can entangle and enwrap,
and can result in serious injuries. Never
wear long hair, loose tting clothers,
gloves, ties or jewelry when working
with or near any power tool with an
exposed rotating shaft or spindle.
Ergonomics:
Some individuals are susceptible to disorders of the hands
and arms when exposed to tasks which involve highly
repetitive motions and/or vibrations. Those individuals
predisposed to vascular or circulatory problems may be
particularly susceptible. Cumulative trauma disorders
such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Tendonitis can be
caused or aggravated by repetitious, forceful exertions of
the hands and arms. These disorders develop gradually
over periods of weeks, months and years.
Tasks should be performed in such a manner that
the wrists are maintained in a neutral position which
is not exed, hyper extended or turned side to side.
Stressful postures should be avoided and can
be controlled through tool selection and work
location.
Any user suffering from prolonged symptoms of tingling,
numbness, blanching of the ngers, clumsiness or
weakened grip, nocturnal pain in the hand or any other
disorder of the shoulders, arms, wrists or ngers is
advised to consult with a physician. If it is determined
that the symptoms are job related or aggravated by
movements and postures dictated by the job design,
it may be necessary for the employer to take steps to
prevent further occurrences. These steps might include,
but are not limited to, repositioning the work piece or
redesigning the work station, reassigning workers to
other jobs, rotating jobs, altering work pace and/or
changing the type of tools used so as to minimize stress
on the operator. Some tasks may require more than one
type of tool to obtain the optimum operator/tool/task
relationship.
The following recommendations will help reduce or
moderate the effects of repetitive work motions:
Use a minimum of hand grip force consistent with•
proper control and safe operation.
Keep wrists as straight as possible•
Keep body and hands warm and dry•
Avoid anything that inhibits blood circulation:•
smoking tobacco, cold temperatures, certain drugs,
etc.
Avoid highly repetitive movements of the hands and•
wrists, and continuous vibration exposure
Any use of this tool other than it’s
intended purpose could cause
damage to the tool or pose a risk to the
operator.

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GT Series Grooving/Serrating Tool
“A”
11
2
10
15
12
13
14
4
2
1
6
8
9
Inch Models
GT 500 1270 (5526083)
GT 625 1588 (5525886)
See Service Notes
3
3
5
7
123
123
1
1
1
3
3

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GT Series Grooving/Serrating Tool
EN
Description
1 Table "A" 1 GTxxxx Mandrel
2 8009800 2 4 10-32 x 3/16 Set Screw
3 2902035 1 GT 5010 Stop Nut
4 2902034 1 GT 5009 Stop Sleeve
5 2902037 1 GT 5012 Spring
6 Table "A" 1 GTxxxx Body
7 8010452 2 4 5-40 x 1/4 Screw
8 2902036 1 GT 5011 Bit Retainer
9 8010045 1 2 10-32 x 3/8 Screw
10 2902032 1 GT 5005 Adjusting Collar
1 1 3229400 1 2 1000 65 Bearing
12 3229500 2 1000 66 Race
13 Table "A" 1 GTxxxx Thrust Bushing
14 2976869 1 2 5000 125 Retaining Ring
15 2902039 1 GT 5003 S Tool Bit
16 8010308 1 3/32 Hex Wrench (not shown)
17 8010147 1 1/8 Hex Wrench (not shown)
(#) Quantity
(X) Recommended Spare Parts
Illustration "A"
Ref
Number
#
X
Table "A"
Ref. Description #
5526083
GT 500 1270
#
5525886
GT 625 1588
GT 5002 Mandrel 1 2902029 ------
GT 6252 Mandrel ------ 1 2901549
GT 5008 Body 1 2902033 ------
GT 6258 Body ------ 1 2901551
GT 5004 Thrust Bushing 1 2902031 ------
GT 6254 Thrust Bushing ------ 1 2901550
1
6
13

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“B”
11
2
10
15
12
13
14
4
2
1
6
8
9
Metric Models
GT 500 1270M (5526115)
GT 625 1588M (5526116)
See Service Notes
3
3
5
7
123
123
1
1
1
3
3

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GT Series Grooving/Serrating Tool
EN
Description
1 Table "B" 1 GTxxxx Mandrel
2 8009800 2 4 10-32 x 3/16 Set Screw
3 2902035 1 GT 5010 Stop Nut
4 2902034 1 GT 5009 Stop Sleeve
5 2902037 1 GT 5012 Spring
6 Table "B" 1 GTxxxx Body
7 8010452 2 4 5-40 x 1/4 Screw
8 2902036 1 GT 5011 Bit Retainer
9 8010045 1 2 10-32 x 3/8 Screw
10 2902032 1 GT 5005 Adjusting Collar
1 1 3229400 1 2 1000 65 Bearing
12 3229500 2 1000 66 Race
13 Table "B" 1 GTxxxx Thrust Bushing
14 2976869 1 2 5000 125 Retaining Ring
15 2902091 1 GT 50 363 Tool Bit
16 8010308 1 3/32 Hex Wrench (not shown)
17 8010147 1 1/8 Hex Wrench (not shown)
(#) Quantity
(X) Recommended Spare Parts
Illustration "B"
Ref
Number
#
X
Table "B"
Ref. Description #
5526115
GT 500 1270M
#
5526116
GT 625 1588M
GT 5002 Mandrel 1 2902029 ------
GT 6252 Mandrel ------ 1 2901549
GT 5008 Body 1 2902033 ------
GT 6258 Body ------ 1 2901551
GT 5004 Thrust Bushing 1 2902031 ------
GT 6254 Thrust Bushing ------ 1 2901550
1
6
13

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GT Series Grooving/Serrating Tool
“C”
11
2
10
15
12
13
14
4
2
1
6
8
9
Inch Models
GT 750 1905 (5525756)
GT 750 1905 1SP (5526137)
GT 875 2223 (5525587)
GT 1000 2540 (5525706)
GT 1000 2540 1SP (5526138)
See Service Notes
3
3
5
7
123
123
1
1
1
3
3

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GT Series Grooving/Serrating Tool
EN
Description
1 Table "C" 1 GTxxxx Mandrel
2 8000800 2 4 10-32 x 1/4 Set Screw
3 2900691 1 GT 7510 Stop Nut
4 2900690 1 GT 7509 Stop Sleeve
5 2900693 1 GT 7512 Spring
6 Table "C" 1 GTxxxx Body
7 8010026 2 4 6-32 x 1/4 Screw
8 2900692 1 GT 7511 Bit Retainer
9 8010045 1 2 10-32 x 3/8 Screw
10 2900688 1 GT 7505 Adjusting Collar
1 1 2987910 1 2 NTA 1828 Bearing
12 2987909 2 TRB 1828 Race
13 Table "C" 1 GTxxxx Thrust Bushing
14 2987911 1 2 5000 175 Retaining Ring
15 2901403 1 GT 7503 S Tool Bit
16 8010675 1 7/64 Hex Wrench (not shown)
17 8010308 1 3/32 Hex Wrench (not shown)
18 8010147 1 1/8 Hex Wrench (not shown)
(#) Quantity
(X) Recommended Spare Parts
Illustration "C"
Ref
Number
#
X
Table "C"
Ref. Description #
5525759
GT 750 1905
#
5526137
GT 750 1905 1SP
#
5525587
GT 875 2223
#
5525706
GT 1000 2540
#
5526138
GT 1000 2540 1SP
GT 7502 3MT Mandrel 1 2901334 ------ ------ ------ ------
GT 7502 1SP Mandrel ------ 1 2902155 ------ ------ ------
GT 8752 3MT Mandrel ------ ------ 1 2901552 ------ ------
GT 10001 3MT Mandrel ------ ------ ------ 1 2900685 ------
GT 10002 1SP Mandel ------ ------ ------ ------ 1 2902156
GT 7508 Body 1 2901336 1 2901336 ------ ------ ------
GT 8758 Body ------ ------ 1 2901554 ------ ------
GT 10008 Body ------ ------ ------ 1 2900689 1 2900689
GT 7504 Thrust Bushing 1 2901335 1 2901335 ------ ------ ------
GT 8754 Thrust Bushing ------ ------ 1 2901553 ------ ------
GT 10002 1SP Bushing ------ ------ ------ 1 2900687 1 2900687
1
6
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GT Series Grooving/Serrating Tool
“D”
11
2
10
15
12
13
14
4
2
1
6
8
9
Metric Models
GT 750 1905M (5526117)
GT 750 1905M 1SP (5526164)
GT 875 2223M (5526118)
GT 1000 2540M (5526119)
GT 1000 2540M 1SP (5526165)
See Service Notes
3
3
5
7
123
123
1
1
1
3
3

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GT Series Grooving/Serrating Tool
EN
Description
1 Table "D" 1 GTxxxx Mandrel
2 8000800 2 4 10-32 x 1/4 Set Screw
3 2900691 1 GT 7510 Stop Nut
4 2900690 1 GT 7509 Stop Sleeve
5 2900693 1 GT 7512 Spring
6 Table "D" 1 GTxxxx Body
7 8010026 2 4 6-32 x 1/4 Screw
8 2900692 1 GT 7511 Bit Retainer
9 8010045 1 2 10-32 x 3/8 Screw
10 2900688 1 GT 7505 Adjusting Collar
1 1 2987910 1 2 NTA 1828 Bearing
12 2987909 2 TRB 1828 Race
13 Table "D" 1 GTxxxx Thrust Bushing
14 2987911 1 2 5000 175 Retaining Ring
15 2902092 1 GT 75 363 Tool Bit
16 8010675 1 7/64 Hex Wrench (not shown)
17 8010308 1 3/32 Hex Wrench (not shown)
18 8010147 1 1/8 Hex Wrench (not shown)
(#) Quantity
(X) Recommended Spare Parts
Illustration "D"
Ref
Number
#
X
Table "D"
Ref. Description #
5526117
GT 750 1905M
#
5526164
GT 750 1905M 1SP
#
5526118
GT 875 2223M
#
5526119
GT 1000 2540M
#
5526165
GT 1000 2540M 1SP
GT 7502 3MT Mandrel 1 2901334 ------ ------ ------ ------
GT 7502 1SP Mandrel ------ 1 2902155 ------ ------ ------
GT 8752 3MT Mandrel ------ ------ 1 2901552 ------ ------
GT 10001 3MT Mandrel ------ ------ ------ 1 2900685 ------
GT 10002 1SP Mandel ------ ------ ------ ------ 1 2902156
GT 7508 Body 1 2901336 1 2901336 ------ ------ ------
GT 8758 Body ------ ------ 1 2901554 ------ ------
GT 10008 Body ------ ------ ------ 1 2900689 1 2900689
GT 7504 Thrust Bushing 1 2901335 1 2901335 ------ ------ ------
GT 8754 Thrust Bushing ------ ------ 1 2901553 ------ ------
GT 10002 1SP Bushing ------ ------ ------ 1 2900687 1 2900687
1
6
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Service Notes
1Groove Position Adjustment 2Groove Position Adjustment
3Groove Depth Adjustment 4Teeth
6
10
13
15
The tool is adjustable for groove location at 1/2” (12.7mm)
to 1-1/4” (31.75mm) from the face of the tube sheet to the
backside of the inner groove. Rotate the threaded adjusting
collar (10) forward or backward for positioning the bit (15)
location.
The depth from the face of the tube sheet to the second
groove is adjustable from 1/2” (12.7mm) to 1-1/4”
(31.75mm).
Inch Teeth:
Standard bit spacing:
1/8” x 1/4” x 1/8”
Optional bit spacing:
1/8” x 3/8” x 1/8”
All other spacings are special; made to order and priced
upon request.
Metric Teeth:
Standard bit spacing:
3mm x 6mm x 3mm
Optional bit spacing:
3mm x 10mm x 3mm
All other spacings are special; made to order and priced
upon request.
The tool bit (15) is moved out for cutting the groove depth
by pushing forward on the mandrel (1). This forward
movement is limited by the position of the threaded stop
nut (3) on the stop sleeve (4). Each revolution of the stop
nut is equal to a .006” (.15mm) change in the groove depth.
A .157” (4mm) mandrel movement equals .015” (0.38mm)
tool bit movement. When using a CNC machine that limits
depth of feed, it is best that the stop nut be removed or
positioned backward far enough not to cause interference
with the CNC machine.
1
3
4
15

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