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- Page 1 Operator’s Manual 32mm, 40mm, 50mm & 63mm Polypropylene Hot Tap Tools Manual: 247901 Revision: 03/17...
- Page 2 This product and other products could be protected by patents or have patents pending. All the latest patent information is available at patent.mcelroy.com...
- Page 3 Introduction Thank you for choosing McElroy. McElroy Hot Tap Tools are designed to make 32mm, 40mm, 50mm and 63mm Polypropylene hot taps through a branch saddle into live mains. The tools may be made-up to be used with a ball valve.
- Page 4 McElroy or has become damaged McElroy reserves the right to make any changes in or due to misuse, negligence or casualty, or has not been improvements on its products without incurring any operated or maintained according to McElroy’s printed...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
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Page 6: Safety Alerts
Follow all applicable federal, state, local, and industry specific regulations. McElroy Manufacturing, Inc. cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a potential hazard. The warnings in this manual and on the machine are therefore not all inclusive. -
Page 7: General Safety
Equipment Safety General Safety Safety is important. Report anything unusual that you notice during set up or operation. LISTEN for thumps, bumps, rattles, squeals, air leaks, or unusual sounds. SMELL odors like burning insulation, hot metal, burning rubber, hot oil, or natural gas. FEEL any changes in the way the equipment operates. -
Page 8: Power Tool Is Not Explosion Proof
Equipment Safety Power Tool Is Not Explosion Proof This power tool is not explosion proof. Operation of power tool in an explosive atmosphere without necessary safety ¡PELIGRO! precautions will result in serious injury or death. The explosive atmosphere must be cleared from the tapping area before tapping begins. -
Page 9: Overview
Overview Nomenclature Cutter Cutter Shaft Lanyard Ring Lanyard Grip Plates Housing Assembly Gland Pressure Relief Valve Cutter Shaft Hex TX05247-02-28-17 Fusion Machines To Use The Hornet™ can be used to fuse a saddle outlet onto a main. The saddle outlet requires the use of the Hornet and pressure adapter. The Spider™... -
Page 10: Hot Tap Operation
Hot Tap Operation Read Before Operating Before operating this machine, please read this manual thoroughly, and keep a copy with the machine for future reference. The fusion procedures in this manual are for use with polypropylene pipe. If fusing other thermoplastic pipe materials, refer to the pipe manufacturer's suggested procedures or appropriate joining standard. -
Page 11: Inspect Tooling
Hot Tap Operation Inspect Tooling Inspect the grip plates in housing assembly. The plates must be clean to prevent slippage and ensure proper fit. Clean the plates of any dirt or residual material. NOTICE: All four Grip Plates and spring must be in place before using Hot Tap Tool. -
Page 12: Hot Tap Tool Lanyard
Hot Tap Operation Hot Tap Tool Lanyard Lanyard This device consists of a cable with a ring on one end and the other end is attached to the housing assembly. In the event that the hot tap tool is accidentally dislodged, the lanyard is designed to minimize the travel of the tool by wedging itself on the pipe. -
Page 13: Begin Tapping
Hot Tap Operation Begin Tapping Attach the drill or ratchet wrench to the hex at the end of the cutter shaft. IMPORTANT: If using a cordless drill, ensure the battery is charged and has enough power to the tap into the pipe. Slowly drive the cutter while turning until the snap ring on the cutter shaft stops against the back of the housing assembly. -
Page 14: Bleed Off All Pressure
Hot Tap Operation Bleed Off All Pressure Open pressure relief valve and bleed off all pressure. A short hose can be attached to direct pressure away from personnel. The hose is not included. TX05256-02-28-17 Remove Tool Pull back on the tabs of the grip plates. Remove the housing assembly from the end of the pipe. -
Page 15: Prepare Tool For Next Tap
Hot Tap Operation Prepare Tool For Next Tap Carefully remove coupon from cutter using a long handled screwdriver. Cutter edges are very sharp. Avoid injury by avoiding direct contact with the cutter. NOTICE: Use care not to damage cutting edges when removing coupon. -
Page 16: Maintenance
Maintenance Preventative Maintenance To insure optimum performance, the machine must be kept clean and well maintained. With reasonable care, this machine will give years of service. Therefore, it is important that a regular schedule of preventive maintenance be kept. Store machine inside, out of the weather, whenever possible. TX00428-8-10-95 Washing the Machine The machine should be cleaned, as needed with a soap and... -
Page 17: Housing Assembly Grip Plates
Maintenance Housing Assembly Grip Plates Inspect the grip plates in housing assembly. The plates should straight and free of damage, replace any damaged grip plates. The plates must be clean to prevent slippage and ensure proper fit. Clean the plates of any dirt or residual material. NOTICE: All four Grip Plates and spring must be in place before using Hot Tap Tool. -
Page 18: Maintenance Checklist
Maintenance Checklist Fusion Machine Checklist Item to Check UNIT Hot Tap Tool is clean All screws are tight All fittings are tight Cutter Shaft is straight with no damage All hardware is on the basic machine Cutters are sharp with no damage Cutter Shaft moves freely through Housing Assembly Gland is tight in Housing Assembly Grip Plates are not bent and free of damage... -
Page 19: Specifications
Specifications Hot Tap Tools Length: 21" (533mm) Weight: (includes housing assembly, cutter shaft, gland with relief valve and lanyard) 32mm Hot Tap Tool 3.9 lbs. (1.8 Kg) 40mm Hot Tap Tool 4.6 lbs. (2.0 Kg) 50mm Hot Tap Tool 4.8 lbs. (2.1 Kg) 63mm Hot Tap Tool 4.9 lbs. - Page 21 About this manual . . . McElroy Manufacturing continually strives to give customers the best quality products available. This manual is printed with materials made for durable applications and harsh environments. This manual is waterproof, tear resistant, grease resistant, abrasion resistant and the bonding quality of the printing ensures a readable, durable product.
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