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OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL
VE416FS and VE416FSD
WARNING
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.
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WARNING
Failure to follow instructions and warnings could result in death or
serious personal injury, property damage, and product damage.
• Before operating or servicing any pipe preparation tools, read all
instructions in this manual and all warning labels on the tool.
• Wear safety glasses, hardhat, foot protection, and hearing protection
while working around this tool.
• Save this operating and maintenance manual in a place accessible to
all operators of the tool.
Original Instructions
TM-VE416FS/FSD
TM-VE416FS/FSD

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  • Page 1 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.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    VE416FS Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
  • Page 3: Hazard Identification

    . Store this manual in a clean, dry area where it is always readily available . Additional copies are available upon request through your Victaulic Sales Representative, or a PDF version can be downloaded at victaulic .com .
  • Page 4 . Never reach across moving parts . DO NOT use the tool if it does not contain a safety foot switch (contact Victaulic) . Do not over-reach. Maintain proper balance at all times . Verify that the safety foot switch is easily accessible to the operator .
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Victaulic. The Victaulic VE416 tool is available in two different models . Both are designed to roll groove pipe of various materials and wall thicknesses to prepare it to receive Victaulic grooved pipe couplings (see “Roll Groove Specifications”...
  • Page 6: Container Contents

    TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual CONTAINER CONTENTS Qty. 416FS Description Qty. 416FSD Description Tool head/mounting stand assembly Tool head/stabilizer Telescoping legs Mounting table /gear motor Pump/pump support assembly Hand pump/pump support Pump handle Pump handle 2–31/2” roll set assembly...
  • Page 7: Power Requirements

    Failure to follow these instructions could result in death or serious personal injury. POWER DRIVE REQUIREMENTS The VE416FS tool is designed for operation with a power drive . The tool mounts directly onto a Victaulic VPD752 or a Ridgid ®...
  • Page 8: Tool Nomenclature

    TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual TOOL NOMENCLATURE Hydraulic Quick Connect Groove Diameter Chart Upper Roll Bolt Power Drive Pump Stabilizer Wheel Power Drive Guard Support Arm Setting Pad Roll Safety Guards Power Drive Stand ALWAYS KEEP THIS PAD WITH THE 416FS Telescoping Legs TOOL.
  • Page 9: Tool Dimensions And Specifications

    TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual TOOL DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS 48.50 in/ 1232 mm 27.00 in/ 23.00 in/ 686 mm 584 mm 14.00 in/ 356 mm 56.25 in/ 1429 mm 32.50 in/ 826 mm 25.75 in/654 mm 32.50 in/826 mm...
  • Page 10: Tool Setup

    VE416FS SETUP Before grooving, the tool head and legs must be mounted on a Victaulic VPD752 or a Ridgid 300 power drive . The tool and power drive must be placed on level ground and secured to a platform or to the floor .
  • Page 11 TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual WARNING • While the tool head assembly is on power drive arms, without support legs installed, it is front heavy and may tip over. Have someone push back on the tool head, to help prevent a tip over, until the legs are secured in place.
  • Page 12 TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 8. Tighten the four set screws as shown to secure the tool to the support arms . 9. Install the two adjustable legs completely into the sockets of the upper leg and finger tighten the hex bolts .
  • Page 13 TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 13. Mount the hand pump/pump support assembly . Tighten the hand knob and then tighten the wing set screw on the underside of the pump support, as shown . 14. Connect the hydraulic hose from the hand pump to the power cylinder using the quick connections provided .
  • Page 14: Ve416Fsd Setup

    17. Turn the power drive switch to the position that will produce clockwise rotation of the chuck when viewed from the front of the tool . On the Victaulic VPD752 and the Ridgid 300, putting the switch in the reverse position will produce clockwise rotation of the chuck, lower roll, and pipe .
  • Page 15: Pre-Operation Adjustments

    TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 4. Level the tool front to back by placing a level on top of the hydraulic ram . 5. Insert the hand pump handle into the lever arm of the pump . Position the handle with the handle grip down .
  • Page 16: Groovable Pipe Lengths

    GROOVABLE PIPE LENGTHS The VE416FS/FSD is capable of grooving short pipe lengths without the use of a pipe stand (see Table 1 on the following page), or long pipe lengths up to double randoms (approximately 40 ft .), with the use of appropriate stands .
  • Page 17: Short Pipe Lengths Using Etr Rolls

    NOTICE • Pipe nipples shorter than those shown in Table 1 are available from Victaulic. Example: A 20 ft . 4 in . length of 10 in . diameter pipe is needed to finish a section, and only 20 ft .
  • Page 18 TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual NOTICE • Figure 1 below shows the Victaulic adjustable pipe stand (VAPS 112). VAPS 112 is suitable for 3/4–12” pipe. Also available is Victaulic model VAPS 224, suitable for sizes 2–24”. See “Accessories”.
  • Page 19: Roll Guard Adjustment

    TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual ROLL GUARD ADJUSTMENT The VE416FS/FSD guards must be adjusted every time rolls are changed, or when pipe size or wall thickness differs from previous pipe grooved . WARNING • Always turn off power before making any tool adjustments.
  • Page 20 TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 4. Insert a piece of pipe of the correct size and schedule/thickness to be grooved over the lower roll, with the pipe end against the lower roll backstop flange . See “Pipe Preparation” .
  • Page 21: Pipe Stabilizer Adjustment

    TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 8. Remove the guard setting pad from its storage hook beneath the pump support . Hold the guard setting pad firmly down against the pipe and push it under the adjustable guards, flush against the red plate .
  • Page 22 TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 2. Insert a piece of pipe of the correct size and thickness over the lower roll, with the pipe end against the lower roll backstop flange . 3. Loosen the locking handle and retract the stabilizer sufficiently with the hand wheel to clear pipe when inserted onto the lower roll .
  • Page 23: Groove Diameter Stop Adjustment

    TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual CAUTION • Do not adjust the stabilizer to push the pipe to the left and off center from the rolls. Doing so will cause increased pipe end flare and shorten roller life. Pipe exceeding maximum allowable flare, as listed in “Roll Groove Specifications”, may prevent assembly of couplings pad-to-pad.
  • Page 24 TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual NOTICE • The markings provide a coarse groove diameter adjustment, and are not exact groove diameter settings. Variations in actual pipe OD and wall thicknesses make it impossible to calibrate the diameter stop exactly.
  • Page 25: Grooving Operation

    VE416FSD or power drive is grounded . Consult power drive manufacturer’s instructions when using the VE416FS . 3. When using the VE416FS, set the power drive switch to produce clockwise rotation of the lower roll and pipe when viewed from the front of the tool .
  • Page 26 TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual WARNING • The power drive must be operated with a safety foot switch, as the operator will require it to operate the tool safely. If your power drive does not have a foot switch, contact power drive manufacturer.
  • Page 27 TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 7. Close the pressure release valve on the pump by turning clockwise 8. Operator should be positioned as shown . 9. Pump the handle several times to bring the upper roll into light but firm contact with the pipe .
  • Page 28: Roll Changing

    TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 13. Continue grooving until the depth stop comes into full, firm contact with top of the hydraulic power cylinder . Continue pipe rotation for one to three revolutions to assure groove completion .
  • Page 29 TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual UPPER ROLL LOWER ROLL 1. Loosen and remove the bolt and retaining 1. Open hand pump release valve (turn knob plate as shown . Place them on a clean surface . counterclockwise), which will move slide to the fully open position .
  • Page 30: Roll Installation 4-16

    TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual ROLL INSTALLATION 4–16” Clean the upper shaft, main shaft, and lower roll bore of any dirt and/or scale before installation of rolls . Inspect the roller bearing inside the upper roll for proper lubrication and condition . Make repairs as necessary .
  • Page 31: Roll Installation 2-31/2

    TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 3. Lubricate upper roll bearing with a No . 2EP Lithium based grease as shown . Refer to maintenance section for additional information . 4. Roll installation is complete . ROLL INSTALLATION 2–31/2”...
  • Page 32: Copper Roll Installation 2-6" And 8

    This manual provides information to permit the operator of Series 416 tools to keep his equipment in top operating condition and to guide him in making repairs when it becomes necessary . Replacement parts, applicable only to these tools, should be ordered from Victaulic to ensure proper operation of the tool .
  • Page 33 TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual DANGER • Before performing any repair or maintenance, disconnect the tool from the electrical source to prevent accidental start up of tool. Failure to do so could result in death or serious personal injury.
  • Page 34: Monthly Lubrication (Ve416Fsd Only)

    TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 3. Grease the main shaft bearings at the fittings provided, as shown . MONTHLY LUBRICATION (VE416FSD ONLY) 1. Lubricate the drive gear as shown with a spray- type heavy duty open gear lubricant (Lubriplate Gear Shield Extra Heavy, or equivalent) .
  • Page 35 TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 2. Remove the pump and mounting table from the side of the tool . 3. Loosen, but do not remove, the hydraulic fill plug/ dipstick at the back end of the pump 4. Hold the pump so that the fill plug end is ABOVE the hydraulic power cylinder .
  • Page 36: Air Bleeding

    TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual AIR BLEEDING 1. To bleed air from the system, hold the entire pump above the hydraulic power cylinder . Close the pump release valve by turning it clockwise . Open the fill plug by one full turn .
  • Page 37 TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual 6. Continue to hold the pump above the hydraulic power cylinder and close the fill plug . 7. Replace the pump and table assembly securely to the side of the tool . TM-VE416FS/FSD_36...
  • Page 38: Recommended Lubricants

    (General Purpose EP Lithium Base Grease) send the correct parts . Request RP-416FS/FSD for detail drawings and parts listing . Manufacturer Product (1) Tool Model Number: VE416FS or VE416FSD . Energrease LC-EP2 BP Amoco (2) Tool Serial Number: The serial number can Gulfcrown Grease EP#2 Gulf Oil Corp.
  • Page 39: Accessories

    Victaulic for details . POWER DRIVE The Victaulic VPD752 is available for use with the VE416FS and other tools . Consult Victaulic for details . OPTIONAL ROLLS See “Roll Groove Specifications” section on page 41 for rolls used with different materials and groove specifications .
  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    Refer to “Maintenance” on page 31 Pipe is beyond tool’s wall thickness capability. Refer to “Roll Groove Specifications” section on page 41 In the event of tool malfunction outside the scope of the troubleshooting section, contact Victaulic Engineering Services for assistance. REV_D...
  • Page 41: Roll Part Numbers

    TM-VE416FS/FSD / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual ORIGINAL GROOVE SYSTEM ROLL PART NUMBERS (OGS) ROLL PART NUMBERS SCHEDULES 5S AND 10S STAINLESS STEEL PIPE † CARBON STEEL PIPE AND ALL MATERIALS (RX ROLLS) – CHROME PLATED GROOVED WITH STANDARD AND RX ROLLS STANDARD AND “ES”...
  • Page 42: Link To Groove Specifications

    For the most up-to-date information regarding OGS roll groove specifications, reference the current revision of Victaulic publication 25 .01, which can be viewed/downloaded by scanning the mobile QR code link to the right, or by clicking on this desktop link: https://www .
  • Page 47: Ve416Fsd And Ve417Fsd

    OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL VE416FS and VE416FSD TM-VE416 0135 REV D UPDATED 04/2024 RM00416000 VICTAULIC IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF VICTAULIC COMPANY AND/OR ITS AFFILIATED ENTITIES IN THE UNITED STATES AND/OR OTHER COUNTRIES. © 2024 VICTAULIC COMPANY. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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