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Summary of Contents for McElroy ASAHI/AMERICA ProWeld Spider 2 Series
- Page 1 Operator’s Manual Asahi/America, Inc. ProWeld Equipment ® Powered by Spider™ 125 Series 2 Original Language: English Manual: 467401 Revision: A 10/18...
- Page 2 Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65warnings.ca.gov This product and other products could be protected by patents or have patents pending. All the latest patent information is available at patent.mcelroy.com...
- Page 3 The above CE compliance will be invalidated if: • Any of the equipment is modified in any way without the explicit written consent of McElroy Manufacturing, Inc. The equipment is used or connected in a manner or configuration that McElroy manufacturing, Inc. does not •...
- Page 4 Management System (LMS) using Asahi/America technical standards across all Asahi piping systems. For more than 30 years, McElroy has been the only pipe fusion machine manufacturer to continuously offer advanced training. Course offerings are meant to enhance your efficiency, productivity and safety in the proper use of McElroy machines.
- Page 5 Equipment held longer than six months without return is held at the renter's risk. USED EQUIPMENT WARRANTY Purchase of refurbished/used equipment carries a 90-day warranty. NEW EQUIPMENT WARRANTY Purchase of new Asahi/America versions of McElroy equipment carries a 5-year limited warranty. Details can be found here: https://www.mcelroy.com/warranty.htm TX02486-11-4-13...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Inspect Melt ......................3-8 Fusion and Cooling .................... 3-8 Inspecting Fusion Joint ..................3-9 COPYRIGHT © 2018, 2017 McELROY MANUFACTURING, INC. Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA All rights reserved All product names or trademarks are property of their respective owners. All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. - Page 7 Table of Contents Maintenance Preventative Maintenance ................... 4-1 Cleaning the Machine ..................4-1 Lubrication......................4-1 Installing Socket Fusion Heater Adapters ............4-2 Adjusting Heater Temperature ................4-2 Heater Indicator Light ..................4-3 Specifications Specifications ....................5-1...
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Page 8: Safety Alerts
Safety Safety Alerts In this manual you should look for two other words: NOTICE: can keep you from doing something that might damage the machine or someone's property. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. Do not operate this equipment until you have carefully read, and understand all the sections of this manual, and all other equipment manuals that will be used with it. -
Page 9: Wear Safety Equipment
Safety Safety is important. Report anything unusual that you notice during set up or operation. FEEL any changes in the way the equipment operates. Wear Safety Equipment Heater Is Not Explosion Proof This heater is not explosion proof. Operation of heater in an explosive atmosphere without When operating in an explosive atmosphere, the heater should be brought up to temperature in a safe environment, then unplugged before entering the explosive atmosphere for fusion. -
Page 10: Electrical Safety
Safety Electrical Safety Always ensure power cords are properly grounded. It is important to remember that you are working in a wet environment with electrical devices. Proper ground connections help to minimize the chances of an electric shock. It is recommended that the pipe is always be held securely by either being clamped securely in the fusion machine jaws or attached to the lifting device. -
Page 11: Heater Is Hot
Safety Falling equipment can cause severe injury. Hoist the tool using the eye bolt on the tool. Secure the tool using the eye bolt when operating the tool in an elevated location. If not secured properly, equipment could fall causing serious injury or death. Heater is Hot The heater is hot and will burn clothing and skin. -
Page 12: Theory Of Heat Fusion
Theory of Heat Fusion The principle of heat fusion is to heat two surfaces to a designated temperature, and then fuse them together by application of force. This pressure causes flow of the melted materials, which causes mixing and thus fusion. When the thermoplastic material is heated, the molecular structure is transformed into an amorphous condition. -
Page 13: Nomenclature
Nomenclature 1 Spider™ 125 Series 2 - Is an assembly tool that has two self-centering jaws and can move the jaws toward or away from each other using the crank handle. It is compatible with 63 - 125mm (2" IPS - 4" DIPS) pipes and fittings 2 Pipe Jaws - Used to hold the pipe in the assembly tool. -
Page 14: Read Before Operating
Operation Read Before Operating Before operating this machine, please read this manual thoroughly and keep a copy available for future reference. Return manual to the protective storage box when not in use. This manual is to be considered part of your machine. TX00401-9-15-94 Support Pipe Ensure the pipe is properly supported before attaching the... -
Page 15: Prepare Pipe End
Operation Prepare Pipe End Heater Adapters Select the appropriate heater adapters for the size of fitting and pipe being fused together. IMPORTANT: Do not over-tighten the bolts. 3 - 2... -
Page 16: Mark Insertion Depth
Operation Mark Insertion Depth Clean Fitting and Pipe 3 - 3... -
Page 17: Attach Spider™ 125 To Fitting And Pipe Polypropylene
Operation Attach Spider 125 to Fitting and Pipe for Polypropylene Insert the fitting into the fitting jaws ensuring that it is resting against the stop tabs. Tighten the jaws by rotating the jaw clamp handles. The handles can be pulled out and rotated to change the position of the handle for tightening. -
Page 18: Attach Spider™ 125 To Fitting And Pipe Polyethylene
Operation Attach Spider 125 to Fitting and Pipe for Polyethylene Remove the stop tabs from the fitting jaws. Insert the fitting into the fitting jaws ensuring that approximately 1/4" to 3/8" protrudes inside the jaw. Tighten the jaws by rotating the jaw clamp handles. -
Page 19: Heater Is Not Explosion Proof
Operation Heater Is Not Explosion Proof If operating in an explosive atmosphere, the heater should be brought up to temperature in a safe environment, then unplugged before entering the explosive atmosphere for fusion. Heater Temperature Set the temperature of the heater per appropriate joining standard. -
Page 20: Heating The Pipe And Fitting
Operation Heating The Pipe and Fitting Insert the heater in between the pipe end and fitting. Rotate the crank handle moving the pipe and fitting onto the heater. Move the jaws onto the heater to the proper welding depths. IMPORTANT: Do not force the pipe and fitting onto the heater. -
Page 21: Remove Heater
Operation Remove Heater Rotate the crank handle and open the jaws until there is enough room to remove the heater. Quickly remove the heater from the pipe and fitting. IMPORTANT: An optional auxiliary heater handle is available to assist with removing the large socket heater. Inspect Melt Quickly inspect the heated parts to make sure all surfaces have been melted properly. -
Page 22: Inspecting Fusion Joint
Operation Inspecting Fusion Joint There should be no gaps or voids between the fitting and the pipe. If the joint is not acceptable, cut off the joint and re-fuse the joint. 3 - 9... -
Page 23: Maintenance
Maintenance Preventative Maintenance Store machine inside, out of the weather, whenever possible. Cleaning the Machine NOTICE: Do not allow water on electrical components of the heater. Allow to dry completely before use. Lubrication The assembly tool is sealed and does not require any lubrication. TX04708-04-22-14 4 - 1... -
Page 24: Installing Socket Fusion Heater Adapters
Maintenance Installing Socket Fusion Heater Adapters IMPORTANT: Do not over-tighten the bolts. Adjusting Heater Temperature Turn knob to desired temperature. Measure the heater surface temperature with a pyrometer. Any variance must be corrected to the pyrometer reading. Loosen setscrew in the knob. Turn knob to point to the same temperature as the pyrometer. -
Page 25: Heater Indicator Light
If the heater is not operating properly, the control will attempt to turn the heater off and the red indicator light will flash rapidly. If this occurs, disconnect the power and take it to a McElroy Authorized Service Center for repair. -
Page 26: Specifications
Specifications Specifications The Spider™ 125 Series 2 is designed for socket fusion of 63mm to 125mm (2" IPS to 4" DIPS) pipe. Heaters: Large Socket Heater Power - 100V - 120V, 50/60Hz, 1600 Watt, 1Ph Weight: Larger Socket Heater: 5.5 lbs. (2.5 Kg) Toolbox Dimensions: Length: 24"... - Page 27 Equipment Rental Rental Equipment Manager 781-388-4618 toolmanager@asahi-america.com Rental Administration, Billing & Returns 781-388-4623 toolrental@asahi-america.com Field Technician/Onsite Training Field Training 800-343-3618 info@asahi-america.com Technical Service High Purity, Double Wall or Industrial Piping 781-321-5409 pipe@asahi-america.com Asahi/America Corporate Headquarters Asahi/America, Inc. 655 Andover St. Lawrence, MA 01843 800-343-3618 asahi@asahi-america.com...
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