TM 10-5411-224-14(2) Removal. (Figure 5-3)WARNINGDrilling creates metal chips which may enter eyes and cause serious injury. Eye protection isrequired.CAUTIONMake sure drill bit has a stop attached which will prohibit the drill from exceeding a depth ofone inch.NOTEWhen drilling through rivet head, be careful to avoid enlarging hole in structure. Keep drillperpendicular to material being drilled and do not exert excessive pressure on drill, orreplacement rivets will be too loose.(a)Drill through head of rivet only, using hole in rivet as a guide. Use the proper drill size as follows:RivetSize(in.)DrillSize1/8No. 305/32No. 203/16No. 111/41/4 inch(b)Using a pin punch, pry off rivet head.CAUTIONDo not punch rivet shanks out as you may damage the other side of the panel.(c)Using a pin punch, push out rivet shank.5-8
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