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- Page 1 Hornet™ XL Fusion Machine Models: ASW31401, ASW31402 Operator’s Manual: SW31301 Manual Revision A 09/19 Original Language: English Hornet™ XL...
- Page 2 Copyright 2019 McElroy Manufacturing, Inc. All rights reserved. P.O. Box 580550 Tulsa, Oklahoma 74158-0550, USA...
- Page 3 If a tool, procedure, work method or operating technique that is not specifically recommended by McElroy is used, you must satisfy yourself that it is safe for you and for others. You should also ensure that the product will not be damaged or be made unsafe by the operation, maintenance or repair procedures that you choose.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
McElroy University ........ - Page 5 Mark Insertion Depth ..................5 - 2 Clean Fitting and Pipe .
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Page 6: Literature Information
Read and understand the basic precautions listed in the safety For more than 30 years, McElroy has been the only pipe section before operating or performing maintenance and fusion machine manufacturer to continuously offer advanced repair on this machine. -
Page 7: Patent Information
Reference the model number on the nameplate of the machine when using the parts finder. Contact your McElroy distributor to order replacement parts. Find your closest distributor on our website at www.mcelroy. com. TX05397-03-15-19 Hornet™ XL 1 - 2... -
Page 8: Limited Warranty
5 years after shipment, with the exception of purchased items (such as electronic devices, McElroy reserves the right to make any changes in or pumps, switches, etc.), in which case that manufacturer’s improvements on its products without incurring any liability warranty applies. -
Page 9: Safety
If a safety message is attached to a part that is replaced, Safety Equipment install a safety message on the replacement part. New safety messages can be ordered from McElroy using the part number Wear a hard hat, safety shoes, safety glasses, and other listed. -
Page 10: Heater Is Not Explosion Proof
Heater Is Not Explosion Proof Electrical Safety This safety message is located on the cord of the heater. Always ensure equipment is properly grounded. It ¡ATENCIÓN! is important to remember that if you are working in This heater is not explosion proof. Operation of a wet environment with electrical devices. -
Page 11: Fusion Procedures
NOTICE: Failure to follow the pipe manufacturer’s fusion procedures or appropriate joining standard could result in a bad fusion joint. Do Not Modify Machine Make no modifications to your equipment unless specifically recommended or requested by McElroy. TX05398-03-15-19 Hornet™ XL 2 - 3 Safety... -
Page 12: General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION Theory of Heat Fusion Nomenclature The principle of heat fusion is to heat two pipe surfaces to Hornet™ XL Carriage a designated temperature, and then fuse them together by application of force. This develops pressure which causes flow of the melted materials, which causes mixing and thus fusion. - Page 13 Heater Fitting Adapter CD02427-02-13-19 CD02482-02-13-19 J - Heater Information Label O - Fitting Puck Provides model number, power and indicator light information. Rubber puck that fits inside the inner diameter of the fitting. The pucks are sized to fit a specific size fitting. K - Heater Handle P - 110mm to 125mm Clamp Channel Location to hold the heater and has a potentiometer to adjust...
- Page 14 Drill Adapter CD02428-03-15-19 S - Drill Adapter Chuck Holds the hole saw (not included) used to drill the main pipe. T - Drill Adapter Attached to a drill (not included) so it can be clamped into the jaws of the Hornet XL. The adapter fits drills with a circular pilot size of 1-29/32"...
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Page 15: Attach Drill To Drill Adapter
Attach Drill to Drill Adapter 3) Insert the drill into the drill adapter. If the drill pilot is 1-13/16" (46mm), then the drill sleeve must be inserted into the drill adapter so that the drill adapter Drill Pilot can be tightened to the drill pilot. Align the slot on the Drill Sleeve Drill Chuck drill sleeve with the slot of the drill adapter. -
Page 16: Attach Extension Chains
Attach Extension Chains 3) Insert the link clip between the grooves of the master link to secure the link cover. The Hornet™ XL comes equipped with base chains that will attach the Hornet™ XL to a main pipe size up to 315mm (12" OD). -
Page 17: Install Heater Adapters
Install Heater Adapters 3) Rotate the adapters and align the marks on the adapters with the mark on the heater body. Correctly sized heater adapters must be installed before performing a fusion with the Hornet™ XL. The adapters are Heater Alignment sized by the main pipe size and the fitting size. -
Page 18: Operation - Fusion Outlet
OPERATION - FUSION OUTLET Attach Hornet™ XL to Pipe 5) Pull the chain tight and insert the closest link of the chain into the slot of the clamp bracket. 1) Determine the size of the main pipe and the size of outlet that will be fused. -
Page 19: Prepare Heater
Refer to the “Install be operating properly. If this occurs, disconnect power and have the heater repaired by an McElroy Authorized Service Heater Adapters” section of this manual for installation procedure. -
Page 20: Drill Main Pipe
Drill Main Pipe 4) Unlock the brake on the carriage. Pull the trigger on the drill and close the carriage toward the main pipe. Apply extra pressure as needed to advance the hole The drill adapter is used with a hole saw to drill a hole in the saw into the main pipe. -
Page 21: Insert Fitting
Insert Fitting 4) Insert the fitting over the fitting puck and against the backing plate of the adapter. The fitting adapter secures the position and orientation of the fitting in the carriage for 63mm - 125mm fittings. Fitting If pipe is pupped to the fitting, the fitting can be clamped using Acrobat™... -
Page 22: Insert Heater
Insert Heater 4) Open carriage completely. Insert heater in the heater strippers between the main pipe and fitting. Ensure the tabs of the heater insert between the tabs of the heater NOTICE: Incorrect heating temperature can result in stripper. questionable fusion joints. Check heater adapters periodically with a pyrometer and make necessary adjustments. -
Page 23: Fuse Fitting And Pipe
2) Engage the carriage brake to hold the position of the carriage during heating time. 3) When the heating time is complete, release the carriage brake. Open the carriage until there is enough room to remove the heater. Quickly remove the heater from heater strippers. -
Page 24: Operation - Socket Fuse To Outlet
If this occurs, disconnect power and have the heater repaired by an McElroy Authorized Service NOTICE: The heater should never be used without fusion Center. -
Page 25: Mark Insertion Depth
If this occurs, disconnect the power and take it to a 1) Fitting and pipe must be clean and dry. Use a clean lint McElroy Authorized Service Center for repair. free cloth to wipe the mating surfaces. NOTICE: Do not touch fusion area with hands. -
Page 26: Heat Fitting And Pipe
Heat Fitting and Pipe 2) Engage the carriage brake to hold the position of the carriage during heating time. 1) Use a pyrometer to check the temperature on the socket 3) When the heating time is complete, release the faces. carriage brake. -
Page 27: Remove Hornet™ Xl
Remove Hornet™ XL After completing the specified cooling time, inspect the joint for compliance with the appropriate joining standard. There should be no gaps or voids between the fitting and the pipe. If the joint is not acceptable, cut out the pipe section and fuse a new pipe in the removed section. -
Page 28: Storage/Transport
STORAGE/TRANSPORT Storage/Transport 4) Heater - Insert the heater into the insulated heater bag. Position the heater with bag on top of fusion machine with the heater cord pointing upward. A storage/transport case is available to store the Hornet™ XL fusion machine package. The case has wheels for mobility and NOTICE: Ensure the heater is cool before inserting the carrying handle options that aid in loading and unloading. - Page 29 Hornet™ XL Storage Case with All Items Stored Hornet™ XL 6 - 2 Storage/Transport...
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Page 30: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Task As Needed Daily Monthly Yearly Clean Machine Check Machine Operation Fasteners Are Tight Changing Heater Plates/Adapters Clean Chains Clean Fitting and Drill Adapter Adjust Gearbox Chain Tension Preventative Maintenance Fasteners Are Tight 1) Inspect all machine fasteners for tightness. Tighten any To insure optimum performance, the machine must be kept clean and well maintained. -
Page 31: Clean Chains
Clean Chains Chains and extension chains can become dirty causing the chains to slip on the pipe. 1) Clean any debris from the chains using a stiff bristled brush. Clean Fitting Adapter 1) Clean any debris from the adapter using a clean cloth. Clean Drill Adapter 1) Clean any debris from the adapter using a clean cloth. -
Page 32: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS 13.5" (343mm) 22.5" 19.5" (546mm) (495mm) Specifications Hornet™ XL Specifications Models: ASW31401 - 120V Machine Package ASW31402 - 240V Machine Package Capacity: Fuses Outlet Sizes 63mm - 160mm (2" - 6") Fuses to Main Sizes 125mm - 630mm (4" - 24") Weight: Machine: 42 lbs. -
Page 33: Notes
NOTES Notes Hornet™ XL 9 - 1 Notes...
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