Contents 1. Quick-Lock Mini system description 1.1. System description 1.2. Suitability and Materials Used 2. Use of Quick-Lock Mini 2.1. Preparation 2.1.1. Inspecting the pipe 2.1.2. Cleaning and preparation 2.2. Preparing the Mini sleeve 3. Installing the Quick-Lock Mini 3.1. Positioning the Quick-Lock sleeve on the packer 3.2.
1. Quick-Lock Mini system description 1.1. System description The Quick-Lock Mini has been designed to the repair of damages in the nominal width of DN 100 till DN 150. Length of the sleeves is 90 mm or 140 mm. 1.2. Suitability and materials used The system is manufactured using V4A stainless steel grade 1.4404 (AISI 316L) and EPDM compression seal.
2. Use of Quick-Lock Mini 2.1. Preparation 2.1.1. Inspecting the pipe Before using the Quick-Lock system, it is necessary to inspect the pipe/ducts due to be repaired and verify whether repair using Quick-Lock is possible. There must be at least one access point available via a manhole or an inspection opening.
2.2. Preparing the Mini sleeve Inspection • Check the Quick-Lock Mini and the EPDM rubber for visible damage. Oil the sleeve • Use a biodegradable oil. • Push apart the metal overlap with a screwdriver. • Oil the metal overlap to ensure that the sleeve will slide apart evenly.
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Applying talcum powder to the rubber EPDM • For easier handling, sprinkle talcum powder on the inside of the rubber. • This makes it easier to slide the rubber over the sleeve. It also reduces the friction between the rubber and the steel sleeve during expansion.
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Affixing the EPDM rubber • To prevent displacement of the rubber EPDM on the QL Mini during transportation to the da- maged area, affix the seal on both sides of the stainless steel sleeve and at the ends above the locks with a drop of super glue. •...
3. Installing the Quick-Lock Mini 3.1. Positioning the Quick-Lock sleeve on the packer Set packer to nominal width • Set the adjustable chassis of the packer to the nominal width of the host pipe. (See also instructions “Offset packer with adjustable chassis”...
3.2. Installation The Quick-Lock Mini system must always be installed along with a sliding camera. Always ensure that the push rods are used in conjunction with a hexagonal pneumatic fitting to position the lock (locking mechanism) in the vertex as far as possible (while remaining turnable). •...
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