Different fir-tree and respective tube dimensions can be distinguished by color markings on the retaining element. VOSS quick connect system 246 is also available as an electrically heated variant. Please ask for a special assembly instruction if needed. Assembly instructions VOSS quick connect system 246 , page 2 of 18...
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Application O-ring material Diesel fuel acc. to DIN EN 590 NBR, FPM Biodiesel acc. to DIN EN 14214 Coolant EPDM ® AdBlue /DEF EPDM Tab. 1: O-ring materials Assembly instructions VOSS quick connect system 246 , page 3 of 18...
Plugs can be connected directly to system components if they are equipped with the special connecting port for VOSS quick connect system 246. For other types of connections VOSS offers a wide range of adapters, inline connectors and manifolds. The connecting port is made of nylon or metal.
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PA 11 – PHL PA 12 – PHL PA 11 – PHLY PA 12 – PHLY Other materials on request. Monolayer and multilayer coolant tubes ® Polyamide tubes for AdBlue /DEF Assembly instructions VOSS quick connect system 246 , page 5 of 18...
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When cutting the nylon tubes to length, we recommend the use of the VOSS cutting pliers (see fig. 9). Using the VOSS cutting pliers will ensure the tube is cut cleanly and at a right angle. Subsequent treatment of the cut surface, such as deburring, is then no longer necessary.
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The fir-tree profile must be undamaged; otherwise the connection to the nylon tube will not be tight. Insertion with the manual assembly tool The manual assembly tool (fig. 10) is available from VOSS. Tube clamping jaws Tool mount Tool insert...
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Step 2 Place the intended plug with protective cap into the tool mount. Fig. 12 Step 3 Clamp the jaws around the diameter of the tube. Fig. 13 Assembly instructions VOSS quick connect system 246 , page 8 of 18...
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The vice-grip secures the nylon tube. The clamping force can be regulated with the adjusting screw. Fig. 15 Step 6 Move the transport bar, centering the fir-tree into the inner diameter of the nylon tube. Fig. 16 Assembly instructions VOSS quick connect system 246 , page 9 of 18...
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> 0.5 mm. Fig. 17 Step 8 Move the insert lever back. Fig. 18 Step 9 Move the transport bar back. The plug is then released. Fig. 19 Assembly instructions VOSS quick connect system 246 , page 10 of 18...
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Step 10 Release the vice-grip; remove the assembled line. Fig. 20 Nylon tube correctly mounted on the fir-tree. Fig. 21 Assembly instructions VOSS quick connect system 246 , page 11 of 18...
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Assembly machine for series assembly VOSS offers the assembly machine type 56 for series assembly of nylon tubes on fir-trees. Fig. 22: VOSS assembly machine type 56 Assembly instructions VOSS quick connect system 246 , page 12 of 18...
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Step 1 The VOSS quick connect system 246 plug must be inserted into the bore-hole until the retaining element locks below the collar of the connecting port. Fig. 24 Assembly instructions VOSS quick connect system 246 , page 13 of 18...
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Step 3 To make disassembly easier in the future, rotate the retaining element to the most convenient position. It can be set in 8 different positions. Fig. 26 Assembly instructions VOSS quick connect system 246 , page 14 of 18...
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Press the corrugated segment of the retaining element to open. Fig. 28 Step 2, example no. 1 Observe the corrugated segment below the tube. Release with index finger. Fig. 29 Assembly instructions VOSS quick connect system 246 , page 15 of 18...
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The hand does not impede the circular release element. Fig. 31 Step 3 While keeping the pressure on the release element, the plug can be pulled out of the connecting port. Assembly instructions VOSS quick connect system 246 , page 16 of 18...
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Required free space Connecting port Fig. 32: Required free space for inserting VOSS quick connect system 246 Lines have to be routed in a manner that they are free from stress or torsion. To prevent any damage arising from vibrations, pressure surges or bending loads, the lines must kept stable with suitable brackets.
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