Ready the Unit for Lifting
Pivot the Facer into the facing position.
Bring the Jaws together so the pipe ends touch the facer.
Disconnect fusion unit from all power sources.
Insert the detent pins that secure the pipe lift and tow bar into
their storage position.
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Install Pipe Pieces
When using 6" pipe install appropriate clamping inserts
Place the 24" long piece pipe into the movable jaws.
Place the 28" long piece pipe into the fixed jaws.
Securely tighten the clamp knobs so the jaws hold the pipe.
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Special Operations
- Lifting Fusion Machine
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Required Equipment
Proper overhead rigging and equipment of adequate load
rating to lift the fusion machine.
One 24" piece of 6" or 8" Diameter SDR 11 pipe.
One 28" piece of 6" or 8" Diameter SDR 11 pipe.
Two Nylon lifting slings.
NOTICE: Slings are tagged for safe load limits. Do not overload.
Proper lift slings are constructed of high-strength woven nylon with
red fibers in the core that become exposed if the sling is cut or
worn. If a red fiber is visible, immediately discard the sling, and
replace with a new one.
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