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Operator’s Manual Socket Fusion Tooling System Original Language: English Manual: SW00401 Revision: E 10/18...
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Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65warnings.ca.gov 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...
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Introduction Thank you for choosing McElroy The McElroy Socket Fusion Tooling System is designed for socket fusion on 1/2" CTS to 4" IPS pipe. All system components comply with ASTM standards. With reasonable care and maintenance, these tools will give years of satisfactory service.
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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...
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.
Fusion 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.
Fusion Equipment Safety Electrical Safety Always ensure power cords are properly grounded. It is important to remember that you are working in a wet environment with electrical devices. Proper ground connections help to minimize the chances of an electric shock. Frequently inspect electrical cords and unit for damage.
Fusion Equipment Safety Periodically Check Temperature NOTICE: Incorrect heating temperature can result in bad fusion joints. Check heater plate surface temperature periodically with a properly calibrated pyrometer, and make necessary adjustments. The thermometer on heaters indicates internal temperature, and should be used as a reference only. TX00107-11-13-95 1 - 4...
Overview Theory of Heat Fusion The principle of heat fusion is to heat two surfaces to a designated temperature, and then fuse them together by application of force. This pressure causes flow of the melted materials, which causes mixing and thus fusion. When the polyethylene material is heated, the molecular structure is transformed from a crystalline state into an amorphous condition.
Operation Prepare Pipe End Cut off damaged or oval ends of pipe squarely with a pipe cutter. Place the chamfering tool on end of pipe and turn to cut off sharp edge on top end of pipe. Remove shavings and burrs inside pipe end. TX01400-6-20-97 Depth Gauge The chamfering tool is also a depth gauge for measuring the...
Operation Heater Is Not Explosion Proof This heater is not explosion proof. Operation of heater in an explosive atmosphere without necessary safety precautions will result in serious ¡PELIGRO! injury or death. If operating in an explosive atmosphere, the heater should be brought up to temperature in a safe environment, then unplugged before entering the explosive atmosphere for fusion.
Operation Remove Heater Remove the pipe and the fitting from the heater. TX01407-6-17-10 Inspect Melt Quickly inspect the heated parts to make sure all surfaces have been melted properly. If melt is not complete, cut off melted pipe end. Use a new fitting and repeat preparation and heating process.
If the green indicator is not flashing then the controller may not be operating properly. If this occurs, disconnect power and have the heater repaired by an McElroy Authorized Service Center. The heater has a red indicator light on the handle at the bottom of the temperature scale.
Specifications Specifications The McElroy Socket Fusion Tooling System is designed for socket fusion on 1/2" CTS to 4" IPS pipe. All system components comply with ASTM standards. Heaters: 2" Heater Power - 100V - 120V, 50/60Hz, 800 Watt, 1Ph 2" Heater Power - 200V - 240V, 50/60Hz, 800 Watt, 1Ph 4"...
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