Operation
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Inserting Heater
Heater Is Not Explosion Proof. This unit is not
explosion proof. Operation of heater in a
hazardous environment without necessary safety
precautions will result in explosion and death.
If operating in a hazardous environment, heater should be brought
up to temperature in a safe environment, then unplugged before
entering the hazardous atmosphere for fusion.
Use a clean non-synthetic cloth to clean the butt fusion heater
adapter surfaces.
Verify heater temperature by noting the reading on the dial
thermometer.
Insert heater between the pipe ends. The stripper bar downward
legs should be outside of the jaws. (not on top)
TX00377-9-15-94
PH02331-4-29-02
Heating the Pipe
With heater in position between the pipe ends, snap pipe ends
sharply against the heater to ensure alignment. Follow the pipe
manufacturer's recommendations for heating time and pressure.
Raise the locking cam into the engaged position while in the
heating cycle.
TX00842-1-8-96
PH01892-7-25-00
Fusing the Pipe
After the heating cycle is completed, remove the heater and
quickly apply fusion force with the lever handle in accordance
with the pipe manufacturer's recommended fusion procedure or
appropriate joining standard. A torque wrench can be used when
a specified Interfacial Pressure is required. Hold this force for at
least 10 seconds.
After 10 seconds, the locking cams will assist by holding force
during the cooling cycle.
Failure to follow pipe manufacturer's heating
time, pressure and cooling time may result in a
bad joint.
TX02478-9-22-09
PH02327-4-29-02
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