Introduction
The handle hinge plate is attached to the Rug Doctor via four rivets and two Phillips screws. If any rivets are loose or missing, follow this guide to replace them.
Depending on which rivet you’re replacing, you may not need to remove the handle. If that’s the case, skip the first four steps.
Optional tools:
- 7/16” wrench (optional)
- 7/16” socket (optional)
- pliers (optional)
What you need
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Use a 7/16" (11 mm OK) wrench to hold the handle axle while you use a 7/16" socket to remove the cap nut securing the axle end.
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Support the handle with one hand. It will be loose after this step.
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Use fingers or pliers to pull out the handle axle.
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Center a sharp 3/16" drill bit on the rivet head's indentation.
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Drill at slow to medium speed while applying steady pressure.
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Drill about 1/3" deep—enough to drill past the rivet head and into the shaft.
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Use a center punch and mallet to tap the shaft away from the head. Remove the rivet head.
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Fully insert the stem of a 3/16" (5 mm) pop rivet into the rivet gun. The rivet gun should have a 3/16" adapter.
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Insert the other end of the rivet into the hole.
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Press the rivet gun firmly against the hinge plate.
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Squeeze the rivet gun's handle completely closed. Repeat until the rivet stem breaks off.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order while noting the re-assembly tips.
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