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- Page 1 Instructions for Use Viega Pressgun 6 Model Model Year 2995.4 04/2020...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Viega Pressgun 6 Content Instructions for Use ________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1.1 Disclaimer __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1.2 Symbols Used ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1.3 Audience ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1.4 Terms __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Product Information ________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2.1 General Safety Instructions for Electrical Tools __________________________________________ 2.2 Areas of Use ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2.3 Product Description... -
Page 3: Instructions For Use
Viega products and their installation. Installation by non-professionals may void Viega LLC’s warranty. This document is subject to updates. For the most current Viega tech- nical literature please visit www.viega.us. 1.2 Symbols Used... -
Page 4: Audience
Viega Pressgun 6 Observe the warning signs and symbols on the press machine and its accessories: Danger of crushing your hands, Use electrical tools and fingers, and other body parts. accessories only in areas protected from moisture. Danger of electric shock. -
Page 5: Product Information
Product Information 2 Product Information 2.1 General Safety Instructions for Electrical Tools This section comprises general instructions for numerous different products and electrical tools. Consequently, not every safety instruction will necessarily apply to this tool. WARNING! Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. - Page 6 Viega Pressgun 6 e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply.
- Page 7 Product Information c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally. d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
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Page 8: Areas Of Use
Ensure that the workpiece is not under tension. 2.2 Areas of Use The Viega Pressgun 6 is used for pressing press fittings onto the respective piping systems. In combination with Viega system press jaws, chains, or rings, the press tool is suitable for use with all Viega plumbing and heating installation systems up to and including dimension of 4", as well as Megapress press fittings... -
Page 9: Product Description
Product Information 2.3 Product Description... - Page 10 Viega Pressgun 6...
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- Page 12 Pressgun 6 ■ Lithium ion rechargeable battery (18V / 2.5 Ah) ■ Battery charger ■ Viega tool case with case inlay ■ Instructions for Use Pressgun 6 See image 1 Fixing lug for carrying strap 2 Rotatable cylinder head with press jaw fixture...
- Page 13 2.3.3 Operating Mode The Viega Pressgun 6 is an electro-hydraulically operated press machine. The press machine is switched on by pressing the Start button once. To initiate a press, the Start button must then be pressed and held down. The hydraulically operated roller head moves forwards into the press jaw and closes it with a force of 7200 lbs.
- Page 14 Viega Pressgun 6 Automatic Forced Return The press machine operates with positive control. This means: ■ The Start button must be pressed until a minimum force is reached. From this point in time, the process initiates and completes the pressing until the entire press stroke has been executed.
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Page 15: Handling
Handling Start Button Press the Start button once to switch on the press machine. In normal operation, the status LED illuminates green. Reset Button If a malfunction occurs and the press machine fails to complete the pressing cycle, the roller head can be returned to its initial position by pressing the Reset button, see “3.4 Interrupting the Press”... -
Page 16: Commissioning
Viega Pressgun 6 3.2 Commissioning CAUTION! Risk of crushing from operating the press machine without press jaw. If no press jaw is inserted, your fingers can become crushed in the danger zone of the press machine. ■ Never use the press machine without the press jaw inserted. -
Page 17: Carrying Out The Press
Handling 3.3 Carrying Out the Press CAUTION! Risk of crushing due to improper operation. ■ Never start the press machine without the press jaw inserted. Do not place your fingers in the danger zone. ■ During the pressing, do not reach into the range of the advancing and retracting roller head or press jaw. -
Page 18: Interrupting The Press
Viega Pressgun 6 3.4 Interrupting the Press A press can be interrupted in the following situations: ■ If the roller head has not yet touched the press jaw and the press machine has still not built up any pressing force. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
Handling ▶ Attach the battery to the charger with dry hands. ▷ The charger automatically starts the charging process. The battery warms up slightly while charging. This is normal and does not indicate a problem. ▶ As soon as the green LED illuminates continuously, push in the two release buttons on the side of the battery and remove it. - Page 20 Viega Pressgun 6 Malfunction Cause Remedy The LED flashes 3x and 32,000 presses have The safety shutdown is pauses, display repeats been achieved. performed by the electronic the sequence. monitoring function. The maintenance symbol in the display illuminates. The press machine does not carry out a pressing.
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Page 21: Care And Maintenance
The tools are subject to normal wear and tear; for this reason, they must be maintained in regular intervals. The maintenance/servicing of the tools must be carried out by service partners authorized by Viega. 3.7.1 Cleaning the Press Tools Damage caused by fluids Make sure fluids never get inside the press machine. -
Page 22: Service Partners
Viega press machine plus Viega system press jaw, ring, chain, and hinged adapter jaw. The Viega press tools were developed and adapted specifically for use with the Viega press connector systems. Viega does not check whether these system press tools can be used for pressing other manufacturers’... - Page 24 Viega LLC 585 Interlocken Blvd. Broomfield, CO 80021 Phone (800) 976-9819 www.viega.us IM-TL 599846 0320 Pressgun 6...