TM 10-4610-232-12b. Thread a new rivnut fastener on the mandrel of an installation tool and install as follows:(1) Refer to Figure 4-6, sheet 2 and insert the rivnut fastener (1) on the tool mandrel (2) into the hole drilled forinstallation in plates (3).Figure 4-6. Rivnuts (sheet 2 of 4)(2) Retract the mandrel (2) as shown in Figure 4-6, sheet 3 to form a bulge in the rivnut (1) on the blind side ofplates (3).Figure 4-6. Rivnuts (sheet 3 of 4)(3) Refer to Figure 4-6, sheet 4, View A and continue to retract the mandrel (2) until the rivnut (1) is clinchedsecurely in place. Then, unscrew the mandrel (2) leaving the rivnut in place. The rivnut now can be used to install anyitem (such as bracket (4)) on plates (3) as shown in View B.c. Clean area and apply touch-up paint as needed.Figure 4-6. Rivnuts (sheet 4 of 4)4-87
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