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PC-2, PC-3 and PC-4
52026771
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Pressing Chains
Read and understand all of the instructions and
safety information in this manual before operating
or servicing this tool.
NIBCO Inc. – World Headquarters
1516 Middlebury Street
Elkhart, IN 46516
USA
Technical Services
Phone: 1-888-446-4226
Fax: 1-888-336-4226
© 2006 NIBCO Inc.
12/06
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- Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL NIBCO Inc. – World Headquarters 1516 Middlebury Street Elkhart, IN 46516 Technical Services Phone: 1-888-446-4226 Fax: 1-888-336-4226 PC-2, PC-3 and PC-4 Pressing Chains Read and understand all of the instructions and safety information in this manual before operating or servicing this tool. 52026771 © 2006 NIBCO Inc. 12/06...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
PC-2, PC-3, PC-4 Pressing Chains Table of Contents Purpose of this Manual Description ..............2 This manual is intended to familiarize all users with the safe operation and maintenance procedures for the: Safety ................2 PC-2 2-1/2" Pressing Chain with Carrying Case Purpose of this Manual ..........2 PC-3 3" Pressing Chain with Carrying Case Warranty ................. 2 PC-4 4" Pressing Chain with Carrying Case Important Safety Information ........3-4 Operation ..............5-8 Keep this manual available to all users. Maintenance ..............9 For additional copies of the manual, visit the NIBCO Specifications ..............9 website: www.nibco.com. This manual should be used in conjunction with the instruction manual for the PC-100 Pressing Tool, which describes safety precautions to be observed when operating the tool. Other Publications: PC-100 Pressing Tool Instruction Manual: 52025251... -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
PC-2, PC-3, PC-4 Pressing Chains IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY ALERT Wear eye protection when operating or servicing this tool. SYMBOL Failure to wear eye protection could result in serious eye injury from flying debris or hydraulic oil. This symbol is used to call your attention to h azards or unsafe practices which could result in an injury or property damage. The signal word, defined below, indicates the severity of the hazard. The message after the signal word provides infor- Skin injection hazard: mation for preventing or avoiding the hazard. Oil under pressure easily punctures skin causing serious injury, g angrene, or death. If you are injured by escaping oil, seek medical atten- Immediate hazards which, if not avoided, WILL tion immediately. result in severe injury or death. • Do not use hands to check for leaks. • Depressurize the hydraulic system before servicing. Hazards which, if not avoided, COULD result in severe injury or death. Do not use solvents or flammable Hazards or unsafe practices which, if not avoided, liquids to clean the pressing tool. MAY result in injury or property damage. Solvents or flammable liquids could ignite and cause serious injury or property damage. - Page 4 PC-2, PC-3, PC-4 Pressing Chains IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They will vent Do not allow anything to contact the battery fumes and may explode. terminals. Failure to observe this warning could result in severe • Do not immerse the batteries in liquid. Liquid injury from harmful fumes or burns from flying debris. may create a short circuit and damage the battery. If batteries are immersed, contact your service center for proper handling. • Do not place the battery into a pocket, tool pouch, or tool box with conductive objects. Inspect tool before use. Replace any worn or Conductive objects may create a short circuit d amaged parts. A damaged or improperly assem- and damage the battery. bled tool can break and strike bystanders. • Do not place a battery on moist ground or Failure to observe this warning could result in severe grass. Moisture may create a short circuit and injury or death. damage the battery. Failure to observe these precautions may result in injury or property damage. • Do not operate the tool without a fitting in place. Damage to the pressing head can result. • Do not store the battery at more than 60 °C • Do not use this tool for continuous use. After (140 °F). Damage to the battery can result.
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Page 5: Operation
• Do not use this tool for continuous use. After 50 cycles, allow the tool to cool for 15 minutes. • Do not secure this tool in a vise. This tool is designed for hand-held operation. • This tool may be used in damp or wet environ- Wear eye protection when operating ments; however, air-drying is recommended before or servicing this tool. use if the tool becomes soaked. Damage may Failure to wear eye protection could result when the tool is operated prior to thorough drying when electrical components are soaked. result in serious eye injury from flying debris or hydraulic oil. • Use this tool for the manufacturer’s intended purpose only. Failure to observe these precautions may result in injury or property damage. Pinch points: Keep hands away from the pressing tool head when pressing. Failure to observe this warning could NIBCO fittings and valves (2-1/2", 3", 4" ends) result in severe injury or death. to be installed ONLY with: • NIBCO PC-100 pressing tool • NIBCO PC-5 adapter jaw • NIBCO pressing chain: 2-1/2" (PC-2) 3" (PC-3) 4" (PC-4) Failure to observe these precautions may result in injury or property damage. NIBCO Inc. 1516 Middlebury Street • Elkhart, IN 46516 USA • 888-446-4226... - Page 6 PC-2, PC-3, PC-4 Pressing Chains Operation (cont’d) 1. Select the proper size pressing chain for the 3. Check that the red protective sleeve is in the rear intended application. Examine the chain for wear, position and the chains 2-1/2" to 4" marking is damage, dirt or copper buildup. Replace if worn or visible on the PC-100 tool. If not, depress the button damaged and remove any dirt or copper buildup on the protective sleeve and move the sleeve to the with a brush or soft cloth with light lubricating oil. rear position (see figures below). Release the button to secure the protective sleeve. 2. Disengage the release pin on the pressing chain (see figures below) and open the chain. Install the pressing chain around the fitting to be pressed and re-engage the pin on the pressing chain. Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 7 Figure 3 Figure 4 4. Push the retract button on the PC-100 tool to completely retract the drive rollers (see figure below). Before installing the pressing jaws, remove battery to avoid unintentional operation. Failure to observe this warning could result in severe injury or property damage.
- Page 7 PC-2, PC-3, PC-4 Pressing Chains Operation (cont’d) 5. Depress the lock pin on the PC-100 tool (see figures 8. Reinstall the battery and depress the tool trigger below) and rotate counterclockwise to disengage to press the fitting. Continue to depress the trigger the pin on the pressing tool. until the relief valve actuates and the drive rollers automatically retract. Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 15 6. Install the adapter jaw into the pressing tool and Notes: align mounting hole in jaw with pin. Depress the pin If the drive rollers do not automatically retract, the to secure the adapter jaw (see figures below). press is incomplete. The pressing cycle can be interrupted at any moment by releasing the trigger.
- Page 8 The PC-100 and pressing chains are intended to press NIBCO press fittings onto type K, L, and M hard-drawn copper tubing. NIBCO Inc. 1516 Middlebury Street • Elkhart, IN 46516 USA • 888-446-4226...
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Page 9: Maintenance
2. Place the pressing chain in the carrying case. Store in a cool, dry place. 2. Inspect pressing chain for wear or damage such as cracks, gouges, or chips. 3. Inspect the PC-100 Pressing Tool for damage or Monthly leaks. If damage is detected, return the tool to an authorized NIBCO service center for inspection. 1. Thoroughly clean all surfaces. 2. Oil the pin and bolt joints. Annually or After 10,000 Presses Return the chain to an authorized NIBCO service center Skin injection hazard: for inspection. Do not use hands to check for oil leaks. High pressure oil easily punctures skin causing serious injury, gangrene, or death. If injured, seek medical help immediately to remove oil. Specifications Mass/Weight PC-2 2-1/2" Pressing Chain ................10.4 lb (4.7 kg) PC-3 3" Pressing Chain ..................11.2 lb (5.1 kg) PC-4 4" Pressing Chain ..................15.5 lb (7.1 kg) Required thrust force ....................32 kN (3.6 tons) NIBCO Inc. 1516 Middlebury Street • Elkhart, IN 46516 USA • 888-446-4226... - Page 10 PC-2, PC-3, PC-4 Pressing Chains NIBCO Inc. - World Headquarters 1516 Middlebury Street Elkhart, IN 46516 Technical Services Phone: 1-888-446-4226 Fax: 1-888-336-4226 NIBCO Inc. 1516 Middlebury Street • Elkhart, IN 46516 USA • 888-446-4226...
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