Preparing The Press Tool - Viega MegaPress XL PressBooster 4896.2XL Instruction Manual

MegaPress XL PressBooster - Instruction Manual
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„ Dust and dirt
„ Frost and extreme heat
„
Chemical solutions and vapors
Clean the PressBooster and press rings before switching them off for longer periods of time
and/or storage as per "3.5.1 Cleaning" on page 12.
Store the PressBooster and press rings only in the cases provided.

3.2 Preparing the press tool

Placing the PressBooster on the press machine
2 Remove the retaining bolt of the press machine (1).
X
2 Slide the PressBooster in via the press jaw fixture (2).
X
3 Slide the retaining bolt of the press machine in as far as it will go.
X
Using the shoulder strap
The shoulder strap assists the user when working at heights and other tasks that require the
user to use both hands, as well as easily being able to lift and set down the complete tool.
Use the additional securing strap provided or the fabric loops on the press gun if available,
to fasten the shoulder strap to the press machine. Utlizing the shoulder strap with the
PressBooster ensures a safe carrying position and an optimal, ergonomic posture.
NOTICE!
Make sure that the securing strap does not slip. Always pull the securing strap tight.
The following pictures show the exact position for fasten the securing strap for each suitable
press machine type:
Position of the securing strap at
Ridgid press machines
see picture 4 :
1 - RP 330-C
2 - RP 330-B
3 - RP 340-B
5 Use clasps to fasten the strap ends to the PressBooster and the press machine as
X
shown.
6 Use the shoulder strap to sling the press tool over your shoulder.
X
Z In this position, you can safely carry the press tool.
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