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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-CG1100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual HAZARD IDENTIFICATION OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Definitions for identifying the various hazard levels are provided below . The CG1100 CPVC/PVC Cut Grooving Tool is designed for the sole purpose of cut grooving This safety alert symbol indicates CPVC and PVC pipe .
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TM-CG1100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual DANGER CAUTION Avoid using the tool in dangerous Inspect the equipment. Before using the environments. Do not use the tool on tool, check all moveable parts for any sloped or uneven surfaces . Do not use the obstructions .
Victaulic Company. The Victaulic CG1100 CPVC/PVC Cut Grooving Tool is a portable tool for cut grooving CPVC and PVC pipe to to be compatible with Victaulic grooved piping products . The standard CG1100 tool is equipped to groove 2–12 inch/DN50- Qty.
1b. Insert the battery into the battery charger . 1c. When a battery is inserted into the The CG1100 tool connects directly to a 20V battery charger, the red indicator light will Max, 6 .0 Ah lithium ion battery pack for blink on and off .
TM-CG1100 / 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-CG1100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual TOOL DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS 17.27 in/ 438.7 mm 18.11 in/ 460.0 mm 7.51 in/ 190.7 mm Tool weight is 20 .7 pounds/9 .4 kilograms when using 2–4 inch arms, and 21 .9 pounds/ 9 .9 kilograms when using 6–12 inch arms .
28–30 of this serious personal injury. manual . Select a location for the grooving operation by The CG1100 tool is intended for field or shop taking into consideration the following factors set up . (refer to “Tool Dimensions And Specifications”...
TM-CG1100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual SETUP FOR 2 – 4 INCH PIPE 2–4 Inch Arm Set Up 1. Unscrew and remove the arm locking knobs . 4. The 2–4 inch arms must be mounted on the tool in a specific orientation . Match the “A” or “B”...
TM-CG1100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 2–4 Inch “A” Dimension Set Up 6. Replace the arm locking knobs and screw down until the arms are secure against the body 1. Loosen the wing nut on the “A” adjustment of the tool .
. Retain the packaging for future storage . 2–4 Inch Cutter Bit Setup WARNING • The bits shipped with the CG1100 tool have a custom radius for grooving. Do not substitute off-the-shelf square bits. Always use bits provided by Victaulic.
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TM-CG1100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 3. While pressing the spindle lock button, use 5. While pressing the spindle lock button, use the 11/16-inch wrench to loosen the collet . Remove the 11/16-inch wrench to tighten the collet . Do not the 6–12 inch bit .
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TM-CG1100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual NOTICE • Ensure that it is the TIP of the bit that is meeting the line on the alignment block, rather than a radiused corner or other edge of the bit. Visually confirm the accuracy of this adjustment from all angles.
TM-CG1100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual SETUP FOR 6 – 12 INCH PIPE 6–12 Inch Arm Set Up 9c. Verify the alignment of the tip of the cutter bit with the appropriate line on the alignment block . The cutter bit pictured above is set for 2 .5 to 4-inch pipe .
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TM-CG1100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 7. Tighten the shoulder bolts using the provided 4. The 6–12 inch arms are interchangeable hex key . and may be mounted on the tool in either orientation . Insert the arms into the body of the tool .
TM-CG1100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 6–12 Inch “A” Dimension Set Up 4. Tighten the wing nut on the “A” adjustment screw, located on the front of the tool . 1. Loosen the wing nut on the “A” adjustment screw, located on the front of the tool .
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2a. Retrieve the 6–12 inch cutter bit from its packaging . Retain the packaging for future storage . WARNING • The bits shipped with the CG1100 tool have a custom radius for grooving. Do not substitute off-the-shelf square bits. Always use bits provided by Victaulic.
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TM-CG1100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 7. Use the provided 5/64-inch T-handle hex key to loosen the set screw . This will allow the depth stop to move . 5. While pressing the spindle lock button, use the 11/16-inch wrench to tighten the collet . Do not overtighten .
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TM-CG1100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 9a. Select the appropriate cutter bit location by 9c. Verify the alignment of the tip of the cutter matching the pipe size to the corresponding line bit with the appropriate line on the alignment on the alignment block .
TM-CG1100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual TOOL MOUNTING DANGER • DO NOT connect the battery until instructed otherwise. Failure to follow this instruction could result in serious personal injury. 1. If grooving for the first time, or if grooving a different diameter or wall thickness pipe 3.
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TM-CG1100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual CAUTION • Do NOT leave the tool unsupported by the operator while mounted on pipe. Failure to follow this instruction could result in tool damage or personal injury. DISENGAGED ENGAGED 7a. Push the tool through one complete clockwise rotation to check for obstructions and to allow the tool to track onto the pipe .
TM-CG1100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual GROOVING OPERATION 1. Mount the tool as directed in the “Tool Mounting” section . WARNING • Ensure that the motor switch is turned OFF before connecting the battery to the tool. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.
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. NOTICE • When grooving additional pipe ends with the same specifications, mount the CG1100 tool onto the pipe and engage the handles without resetting the tool. • After tool set-up is complete, reset is only necessary when changing pipe specifications.
TM-CG1100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 12e . Once adjustment is complete, continue to hold the 3/16-inch hex key in position, and tighten the set screw using the 5/64-inch hex key . 12f. Perform another trial groove to verify that the correction has brought the “C”...
Adjust groove bit position. Foreign material caught between depth stop Clean depth stop and rollers to remove foreign material. and pipe. In the event of tool malfunction outside the scope of the troubleshooting section, contact Victaulic for assistance. REV_C TM-CG1100_27...
TM-CG1100 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual PGS-300 GROOVE DIMENSIONS FOR CPVC AND PVC PRODUCTS WARNING • Pipe dimensions and groove dimensions must be within the tolerances specified in the tables on the following pages to verify proper joint performance.
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“T” Dimension – The “T” dimension is the lightest grade (minimum nominal wall thickness) of pipe that is suitable for grooving . NOTICE • Coatings that are applied to the interior surfaces of Victaulic grooved and plain-end pipe couplings must not exceed 0.010 inch/0.25 mm. This includes the bolt pad mating surfaces.
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