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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-RG1200 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual HAZARD IDENTIFICATION OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Definitions for identifying the various hazard levels are provided below . The RG1200 Roll Grooving Tool is designed for the sole purpose of grooving pipe . These This safety alert symbol indicates instructions must be read and understood by important safety messages .
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TM-RG1200 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual DANGER CAUTION Avoid using the tool in potentially The RG1200 tool is designed ONLY for dangerous environments. Do not expose grooving pipe sizes, materials, and wall the tool to rain, and do not use the tool in thicknesses as designated.
TM-RG1200 / 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-RG1200 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual TOOL DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS 10.35 in/ 263.0 mm 1.34 in/ 34.0 mm 5.80 in/ 147.3 mm 8.75 in/ 222.3 mm 2.05 in/ 52.0 mm 3.27 in/ 83.0 mm 5.17 in/ 131.3 mm 10.35 in/ 263.0 mm...
TM-RG1200 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual PRE-OPERATION CHECKS AND PIPE PREPARATION ADJUSTMENTS For proper tool operation and production of grooves that are within Victaulic specifications, Every Victaulic roll grooving tool is checked, the following guidelines must be followed .
TM-RG1200 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual TOOL SETUP RG1200 tools can be used to groove pipe that is supported by several different methods . Refer to the setup instructions listed in this section for different grooving options . PIPE VISE SETUP 1.
4. Screw the support arms into the ports until The RG1200 tool can be attached to a power drive using the provided drive shaft adapter . hand-tight . Do not overtighten . If necessary, contact Victaulic for more information on the optional power drive height adjustment bracket .
TM-RG1200 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual GROOVING OPERATION Before proceeding, verify that all instructions in the previous sections of this manual have been followed . MANUAL GROOVING 7. Using the hex key provided, tighten the shoulder bolt until hand-tight . Do not overtighten .
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TM-RG1200 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 4. To check the groove diameter during grooving, use the groove confirmation gauge set provided . Place the tab of the gauge lengthwise into the groove . If there is space between the...
TM-RG1200 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual POWERED GROOVING WARNING • The power drive must be operated with a safety foot switch. If the power drive is not supplied with a safety foot switch, contact Victaulic. Operating the tool without a safety foot switch could result in serious personal injury.
TM-RG1200 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual ROLL CHANGING 6. To check the groove diameter during grooving, use the groove confirmation gauge set The RG1200 Roll Grooving Tool is designed provided . Disconnect power, then place the tab with rolls to accommodate several pipe sizes, of the gauge lengthwise into the groove .
TM-RG1200 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 3a. Remove the upper roll shaft by drawing it 5. Replace the upper roll shaft into the upper out from the upper roll assembly . roll assembly and re-tighten the set screw until hand-tight .
TM-RG1200 / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 6. Using the 8 mm hex key provided, tighten 3. Grasp the drive shaft with one hand, then use the set screw on the back of the drive shaft to the other hand to pull the lower roll straight off hand-tight .
When ordering parts, the following information replaced . is required for Victaulic to process the order and send the correct part(s) . Parts can be ordered by calling 1-800-PICK VIC .
Verify that the roll set is the appropriate size for the pipe to be grooved. Install the correct roll set for the pipe to be grooved. In the event of tool malfunction outside the scope of the troubleshooting section, contact Victaulic for assistance.
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