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Victaulic VE268 Operating And Maintenance Instruction Manual

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OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL
VE268 and VE269 Pipe Roll Grooving Tools
WARNING
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.
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WARNING
Failure to follow instructions and warnings could result in death,
serious personal injury, property damage, and/or product damage.
• Before operating or servicing any roll grooving tools, read all
instructions in this manual and all warning labels on the tool.
• Wear safety glasses, hardhat, foot protection, and hearing
protection while working around this tool.
• Save this operating and maintenance manual in a place
accessible to all operators of the tool.
Original Instructions
TM-VE268/269
TM-VE268/269

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  • Page 1 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Maintenance ..... . 38 Recommended Lubricants ... . 43 Hazard Identification .

  • Page 4: Hazard Identification

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual HAZARD IDENTIFICATION OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Definitions for identifying the various hazard levels are provided below. The VE268/269 Roll Grooving Tool is designed for the sole purpose of roll grooving pipe. These This safety alert symbol indicates instructions must be read and understood important safety messages.
  • Page 5 TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual Disconnect the power cord from the CAUTION electrical source before servicing the tool. Only authorized personnel should The VE268/269 tool is designed ONLY perform maintenance on the tool. Always for roll grooving pipe sizes, materials, and disconnect the power cord from the wall thicknesses as designated.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual INTRODUCTION RECEIVING THE TOOL VE268/269 tools are palletized individually in NOTICE sturdy containers that are designed for repeated shipping. Save the original container for return • Drawings and/or pictures in this manual shipment of rental tools.

  • Page 7: Power Requirements

    VOLTS PHASE HERTZ FULL-LOAD CURRENT 11.5 AMPS The VE268 Roll Grooving Tool is designed to 6.5 AMPS operate on a 230/460-volt, 3-phase, 60-Hz DRIVE MOTOR: power supply. The tool is shipped with the VOLTS...

  • Page 8: Tool Nomenclature

    If you need additional copies of any literature, or if you have questions concerning the safe and proper Grooving rolls can crush or cut ngers operation of any pipe preparation tools, contact Victaulic, P.O. Box 31, Easton, PA 18044-0031, Phone and hands.

  • Page 9: Tool Dimensions And Specifications

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual TOOL DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS 35.60 in/ 27.00 in/ 905 mm 686 mm 13.75 in/ 350 mm 55.00 in/ 1397 mm 50.00 in/ 36.62 in/ 1270 mm 930 mm 22.00 in/559 mm 22.75 in/705 mm...

  • Page 10: Tool Setup

    • If the motor energizes from a cold start without first being enabled, discontinue use and contact Victaulic. 2. The VE268/269 tool is designed for use in a Failure to follow this instruction could result permanent location and must be located on a in serious personal injury.
  • Page 11 TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 3. Depress the safety foot switch, observe the lower roll’s rotational direction, then release the 6a. Lift and secure the lockout mechanism. safety foot switch. 4. Proper rotation of the lower roll is clockwise when viewed from the front of the tool.

  • Page 12: Emergency Stop Operation

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual EMERGENCY STOP OPERATION Verify that emergency stop function is operational during tool setup. Perform the “PUSH”, “PULL”, and “ENABLE” actions to test emergency stop function. 3. Depress the safety foot switch, confirm tool operation, then release the safety foot switch.
  • Page 13 TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 7. Depress the safety foot switch, confirm tool 5. Pull the emergency stop button and confirm operation, then release the safety foot switch. that power to the motor remains off. Depressing the footswitch, pressing the enable button, or adjusting the selector switch should have no effect on the state of the tool.

  • Page 14: Preparing Pipe For Grooving

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual PREPARING PIPE FOR PIPE LENGTH REQUIREMENTS GROOVING VE268/269 tools are capable of grooving short pipe lengths without the use of a pipe stand. For proper tool operation and production of Table 1 identifies the minimum pipe lengths...
  • Page 15 TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual TABLE 1- PIPE LENGTHS SUITABLE FOR GROOVING Pipe Size Length – inches/mm Pipe Size Length – inches/mm Nominal Nominal Pipe Size Actual Outside Pipe Size Actual Outside inches or Diameter inches or Diameter...

  • Page 16: Checking And Adjusting The Tool Prior To Grooving

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE GROOVE DIAMETER STOP ADJUSTMENT/ SELECTOR VALVE SETTING TOOL PRIOR TO GROOVING The groove diameter stop must be adjusted Every Victaulic roll grooving tool is checked, for each pipe size or change in wall thickness.
  • Page 17 TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual Set the selector valve on the front of the 3a. Unlock the depth adjuster from the depth tool to the color that matches the pipe size adjuster lock. and schedule (RED or BLACK) on the pipe size indicator label.
  • Page 18 TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 5. Insert a length of pipe over the lower roll with the pipe end against the lower-roll backstop flange. WARNING After a trial groove is prepared and the Grooving rolls can crush or pipe is removed from the tool, check the cut fingers and hands.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Roll Guards

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual ADJUSTING THE ROLL GUARDS 8a. If the groove diameter (“C” dimension) is not within Victaulic specifications, the The VE268/269 guards must be adjusted when diameter stop must be adjusted. rolls are changed or when the pipe size or 8b.
  • Page 20 TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual WARNING Grooving rolls can crush or cut fingers and hands. • Loading/unloading pipe will place your hands close to the rollers. Keep hands away from the grooving rolls and the roller on the pipe stabilizer.

  • Page 21: Pipe Stabilizer Adjustment

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual CAUTION • Use the “JOG” mode only for making adjustments to the tool and for roll changes. When the tool is left in “JOG” mode with the power on, the pipe will gradually release and fall out of the tool.
  • Page 22 TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 1. Ensure that the proper roll set is installed Insert a length of pipe that is the correct on the tool for the pipe size and material to be size and schedule over the lower roll.
  • Page 23 TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual Turn the power switch on the side of the tool to the “ON” position. Turn the toggle switch on the side of the tool to the “JOG” position. CORRECT INCORRECT Using the stabilizer handwheel, adjust the stabilizer roller inward to the correct position (shown in the drawing above).

  • Page 24: Ram Speed Control Valve Adjustment

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual RAM SPEED CONTROL VALVE CAUTION ADJUSTMENT • Use the “JOG” mode only for making adjustments to the tool and for roll changes. When the tool is left in “JOG” mode with the power on, the pipe will gradually release and fall out of the tool.

  • Page 25: Grooving Short Pipe Lengths

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual GROOVING SHORT PIPE LENGTHS CAUTION • This tool must be used ONLY for roll grooving pipe designated in the applicable “Tool Rating and Roll Selection” section of this manual. Failure to follow this instruction could overload the tool, resulting in reduced tool life and/or damage to the tool.
  • Page 26 TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual WARNING Grooving rolls can crush or cut fingers and hands. • Always turn off the main power supply to the tool before making any tool adjustments. • Loading/unloading pipe will place your hands close to the rollers. Keep hands...

  • Page 27: Grooving Long Pipe Lengths

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual Ensure that the tool is level. Refer to the “Tool Setup” section for leveling requirements. Tool Centerline (level) Pipe 10. If no more roll grooving will be performed Centerline ½° to 1° for a while, turn the power switch on the 2 to 4 inches/ side of the tool to the “OFF”...
  • Page 28 TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual Turn on the main power supply to the tool WARNING (main breaker panel, knife switch, etc.). Grooving rolls can crush or cut fingers and hands. • Always turn off the main power supply to the tool before making any tool adjustments.
  • Page 29 TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 13a. Continue the grooving process until the depth adjuster lock comes into contact 10. The operator should be positioned as with the top of the tool body. Continue pipe shown above. rotation for several revolutions to ensure groove com pletion.

  • Page 30: Roll Changing

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual ROLL CHANGING VE268/269 Roll Grooving Tools are designed with rolls to accommodate several pipe sizes and materials, which eliminates the need for frequent roll changes. When a different pipe size or material is required for grooving, the upper and lower rolls must be changed.

  • Page 31: Lower Roll Removal For 3/4-Inch/26.9-Mm

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual LOWER ROLL REMOVAL FOR 3/4-INCH/ 26.9-MM AND 1 TO 1 1/2-INCH/33.7 TO 48.3-MM SIZES WARNING • Always turn off the main power supply to the tool before changing the rolls. Failure to follow this instruction could result in serious personal injury.

  • Page 32: Lower Roll Removal For 2-Inch/60.3-Mm

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual LOWER ROLL REMOVAL FOR 2-INCH/ WARNING 60.3-MM AND LARGER SIZES • Use only the aluminum WARNING wedge with a soft-faced hammer for removing the • Always turn off the main power supply to lower roll.

  • Page 33: Arbor Removal For 2-Inch/60.3-Mm And Larger Sizes

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual ARBOR REMOVAL FOR 2-INCH/60.3-MM CAUTION AND LARGER SIZES • Never operate the tool with jack bolts Remove the lower roll from the tool by installed in the arbor. referring to the “Lower Roll Removal for Failure to follow this instruction could result 2-inch/60.3-mm and Larger Sizes”...

  • Page 34: Upper Roll Installation - All Sizes

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual UPPER ROLL INSTALLATION – ALL SIZES Insert the upper roll bolt, and tighten it securely with a wrench. Prior to installation, clean all shaft surfaces and roll bores to remove any dirt and scale.

  • Page 35: Lower Roll Assembly Installation For

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual LOWER ROLL ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION ARBOR INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR FOR 3/4-INCH/26.9-MM AND 1 TO 2-INCH/60.3-MM AND LARGER SIZES 1 1/2-INCH/33.7 TO 48.3-MM SIZES Clean the bore of the main shaft and the Clean the bore of the main shaft and the arbor with a soft cloth.

  • Page 36: Lower Roll Installation For 2-Inch/60.3-Mm And Larger Sizes

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual LOWER ROLL INSTALLATION FOR TRAVEL STOP KNOB INSTALLATION 2-INCH/60.3-MM AND LARGER SIZES This applies for the following sizes: 3/4 inch/26.9 mm NPS size NOTICE 1 to 11/2 inch/33.7 to 48.3 mm NPS sizes 2 to 31/2 inch/60.3 to 101.6 mm NPS sizes...
  • Page 37 TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual WARNING Grooving rolls can crush or cut fingers and hands. • Loading/unloading pipe will place your hands close to the rollers. Keep hands away from the grooving rolls and the roller on the pipe stabilizer.

  • Page 38: Maintenance

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual MAINTENANCE DANGER • Always turn off the main power supply to the tool before making any tool adjustments or before performing any maintenance. Failure to follow this instruction could result in death or serious personal injury.
  • Page 39 TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual Grease the main shaft bearings through the grease fitting on the side of the tool, as shown above. Refer to the applicable “Recommended Lubricants” table for the proper grease. 5a. After every 40 hours of operation, clean and lubricate the 3/4-inch/26.9 and...
  • Page 40 TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual REPLACING HYDRAULIC OIL AND FILTER Replace the drain plug in the hydraulic line next to the tank. Check the hydraulic oil level after every 50 Add recommended hydraulic oil to no hours of operation, preferably before tool higher than 1/2 inch/13 mm from the top startup.
  • Page 41 TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 7. Depress the safety foot switch and observe With the hydraulic breather cap on top of the hydraulic fluid flowing through the clear the hydraulic tank removed, insert the end bleeder tube. The hydraulic fluid should contain of the clear bleeder tube into the hydraulic air bubbles.
  • Page 42 TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 12. Turn the toggle switch on the side of the tool to the “NORMAL” position. Add recommended hydraulic oil to no higher than 1/2 inch/13 mm from the top WARNING of the tank. Refer to the “Recommended Lubricants”...

  • Page 43: Recommended Lubricants

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS BEARING AND SLIDE GREASE (General Purpose EP Lithium Base Grease) Manufacturer Product Energrease LC-EP2 BP Amoco Gulfcrown Grease EP#2 Gulf Oil Corp. No. 630-2 Lubriplate 16. Turn the power switch on the side of the Mobilux EP2 Mobil Oil Corp.

  • Page 44: Legacy Tool Features

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual LEGACY TOOL FEATURES It is important to determine which type of lower rolls are available for the tool. KEYLESS ARBORS AND UNIVERSAL LOWER ROLLS In the 1990s, Victaulic introduced an improved “keyless” method for transmitting grooving power between the arbor and lower roll.

  • Page 45: Accessories

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual ACCESSORIES VAPS224 VICTAULIC ADJUSTABLE PIPE STAND VAPS112 VICTAULIC ADJUSTABLE PIPE STAND The Victaulic VAPS224 contains features that are similar to the VAPS112, but it is suitable The Victaulic VAPS112 is a portable, adjustable, for 2 to 24-inch/60.3 to 610.0-mm pipe sizes.

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Pipe will not stay in grooving Incorrect pipe positioning of long pipe Refer to the “Grooving Long Pipe Lengths” section. rolls. length. Lower roll and pipe are not rotating Refer to the “Power Hookup and Verification of Pipe Rotation...
  • Page 47 Make sure pipe is against the lower-roll backstop flange. Refer to or pipe is not tracking properly. the “Grooving Long Pipe Lengths” section for proper pipe stand positioning. In the event of tool malfunction outside the scope of the troubleshooting section, contact Victaulic for assistance. REV_F TM-VE268/269_47...

  • Page 48: Tool Rating And Roll Selection

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual TOOL RATING AND ROLL SELECTION ORIGINAL GROOVE SYSTEM AND “ES” ROLLS FOR STEEL AND SCHEDULE 40 STAINLESS STEEL PIPE – COLOR CODED BLACK (For light-wall stainless steel pipe, refer to separate table) Dimensions...

  • Page 49: Original Groove System Rolls For Aluminum And Pvc Plastic Pipe

    304.8 mm; and 318.5 mm. Contact Victaulic for details. For PVC pipe, the following additional pipe sizes may be roll grooved: 76.1 mm; 108.0 mm; 133.0 mm; 139.7 mm; 159.0 mm; 165.1 mm; and 216.3 mm. Contact Victaulic for details. REV_F...

  • Page 50: Original Groove System Rx Rolls For Schedule 5S And 10S Stainless Steel Pipe

    TM-VE268/269 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual ORIGINAL GROOVE SYSTEM RX ROLLS FOR SCHEDULE 5S AND 10S STAINLESS STEEL PIPE – COLOR CODED SILVER Dimensions Pipe Size inches/millimeters Stainless Steel Pipe Wall Thickness Actual Nominal Outside Diameter Minimum for Maximum for...

  • Page 51: Rolls For Cts Us Standard

    0.271 RR08272L08 Upper Roll 206.4 RRA2272U08 * ASTM B306, Type DWV and ASTM B88, Types K, L, M copper tubing. For grooving copper tubing to other standards, contact Victaulic. The wall thicknesses listed are nominal minimum and maximum. REV_F TM-VE268/269_51...

  • Page 52: Explanation Of Critical Roll Groove Dimensions

    NOTICE FOR STANDARD COUPLINGS WITH RATINGS ON LIGHT-WALL STAINLESS STEEL PIPE: • Victaulic RX rolls MUST be used when roll grooving light-wall stainless steel pipe for use with standard couplings. Pipe Outside Diameter – Nominal NPS Pipe Size (ANSI B36.10) and Basic Metric Pipe Size (ISO 4200) –...
  • Page 53 “T” Dimension – The “T” dimension is the lightest grade (minimum nominal wall thickness) of pipe that is suitable for cut or roll grooving. Pipe that is less than the minimum nominal wall thickness for cut grooving may be suitable for roll grooving or adapted for Victaulic couplings by using Vic-Ring ®...

  • Page 54: Roll Groove Specifications

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  • Page 57: Original Groove System For Steel Pipe And All Materials Grooved With "Es" Rolls

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  • Page 58: Copper Tubing

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  • Page 59: European Standard - En 1057 Copper Tubing

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  • Page 60: Australian Standard - As 1432 Copper Tubing

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  • Page 63: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    Signed for and on behalf of Victaulic Company, Mr. Len R. Swantek Director – Global Regulatory Compliance Machinery Manufacturer Representative Place of Issue: Easton, Pennsylvania, USA Date of Issue: November 20, 2019 MD_DoC_RGT_008_112019_en.docx VICTAULIC IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF VICTAULIC COMPANY. ©2013 VICTAULIC COMPANY. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
  • Page 64 VE268 and VE269 Pipe Roll Grooving Tools UPDATED 02/2020 TM-VE268/269 2468 REV F RM00268000 VICTAULIC IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF VICTAULIC COMPANY AND/OR ITS AFFILIATED ENTITIES IN THE UNITED STATES AND/OR OTHER COUNTRIES. © 2020 VICTAULIC COMPANY. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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