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If you need additional copies of any literature, or if you have questions concerning the safe and proper operation of this tool, contact Victaulic, P.O. Box 31, Easton, PA 18044-0031, Phone: 1-800-PICK-VIC, E-Mail: pickvic@victaulic.com.
TM-RG2100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual HAZARD IDENTIFICATION OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Definitions for identifying the various hazard levels are provided below . The RG2100 Roll Grooving Tool is designed to be used in conjunction with a power drive, This safety alert symbol indicates such as the Ridgid™...
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TM-RG2100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual Ground the power drive to protect the CAUTION operator from electric shock. Verify that the power drive is connected to an internally grounded electrical source . The RG2100 tool is designed ONLY for...
Victaulic Company. The Victaulic RG2100 Roll Grooving Tool is a portable tool used in conjunction with a power drive for grooving pipe to be compatible with Victaulic grooved piping products, including 1”/DN25 IGS products .
. Use of extension cords longer than 100 POWER DRIVE REQUIREMENTS ft/31 m must be avoided . The RG2100 tool is designed for operation with Cord Lengths Drive Motor a power drive . The tool mounts directly onto a...
TM-RG2100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual TOOL NOMENCLATURE NOTICE • Drawings and/or pictures in this manual may be exaggerated for clarity. • The tool, along with this operating and maintenance instructions manual, contains trademarks, copyrights, and/or patented features that are the exclusive property of Victaulic.
TM-RG2100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual TOOL DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS 40.00 in/ 1016 mm 52.86 in/ 1343 mm 7.48 in/ 190 mm 9.47 in/ 241 mm 46.16 in/ 1172 mm 14.03 in/ 37.97 in/ 356 mm 964 mm 55.79 in/ 1417 mm 35.61 in/...
TM-RG2100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual PIPE SETUP For proper tool operation and production of grooves that are within Victaulic specifications, the following guidelines must be followed . 1. Victaulic requires square-cut pipe for use with grooved-end pipe products .
TM-RG2100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual DRIVE SETUP 1. Plug the power drive cord into the provided safety foot switch, as shown above . Refer to the power drive manufacturer’s operating manual for additional information . 2. Place the safety foot switch on the same...
TM-RG2100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual TOOL AND CARRIAGE ASSEMBLY SETUP WARNING • Always use proper lifting techniques when 3. Insert the carriage lever through the eye bolt . handling the tool and carriage assembly. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.
TM-RG2100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual CUTTING AND REAMING OPERATION DANGER • To reduce the risk of electric shock, check the electrical source for proper grounding. • Before operating the tool, review the “Operator Safety Instructions” section of 2. Depress the safety foot switch to start the this manual.
TM-RG2100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual GROOVING OPERATION Before proceeding, verify that all instructions in the previous sections of this manual have been followed . NOTICE • When grooving pipe from 4.5 to 6.75 inches in length, leave 2 inches of pipe extended from the front of the chuck.
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TM-RG2100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 2. Using the carriage lever, push the grooving 4. Maintain grip on the carriage lever to keep head fully over the pipe end . the tool in position during grooving . Depress the safety foot switch to start the power drive, then press and release the actuator .
TM-RG2100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual HEAD CHANGEOVER The RG2100 universal carriage is easily converted between a grooving head and a threading head . When a head is not in use, store it and any applicable accessories in a clean, dry area that is readily available to all operators .
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TM-RG2100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 5. Lower the threading head onto the pivot adapter assembly, checking for proper alignment . 3. Turn over the pivot adapter assembly . 5a. Ensure that the underside of the threading head rests flat on the carriage .
TM-RG2100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual USING THE GROOVE CONFIRMATION GAUGE At the beginning of a grooving session, confirm groove specifications of the first completed GOOD piece with the provided groove confirmation gauge . 2a. Carefully check the gasket seating area (“A”...
INFORMATION DANGER When ordering parts, the following information • Before performing any is required for Victaulic to process the order and maintenance on the send the correct part(s) . Parts can be ordered tool, disconnect the by calling 1-800-PICK-VIC .
TM-RG2100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual TROUBLESHOOTING DANGER • Before performing any adjustment on the tool, disconnect the power cord from the electrical source. Failure to follow this instruction could result in death or serious personal 2. To align the rolls, insert a flat-head injury.
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TM-RG2100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual Grooving Head Cannot be Pulled Off Pipe End 1. Loosen the power drive chuck(s) enough that the pipe remains centered in the chuck, but the chuck jaws allow the pipe to slide freely .
2 inches past the edge of the chuck. Pipe is rotating clockwise. Reverse power drive direction to create counterclockwise rotation of the pipe. In the event of tool malfunction outside the scope of the troubleshooting section, contact Victaulic Engineering Services for assistance. REV_B...
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