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McElroy TracStar 412 - User Manual

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Manual: T1210801 Revision: C 7/04
TracStar
®
No.28
TracStar
®
No.412
TracStar
®
No.618
Fusion Machines
Operator’s
Manual
Patent No’s. 5,814,182 6,212,748 6,212,747 6,021,832
(other patents pending)

Table of Contents

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Summary

Fusion Equipment Safety - Alerts and Basics

Fusion Equipment Safety - General Handling

Fusion Equipment Safety - Engine & Electrical Hazards

Heater and Electric Motor Explosion Risks

Warns that heaters and electric motors are not explosion proof in hazardous environments.

Fusion Equipment Safety - Battery and Electrical

Fusion Equipment Safety - Mechanical Hazards

Crush Points Warning

Warns about crush hazards from hydraulically operated jaws.

Facer Blade Sharpness Caution

Alerts users to the sharpness of facer blades and the need for caution.

Hydraulic System Leak Hazards

Discusses the risks associated with hydraulic fluid leaks under pressure.

Fusion Equipment Safety - Operational Placement

Fusion Equipment Safety - Procedures and Hearing

Heater Operation and Safety

Operation: Initial Steps

Read Manual Before Operating

Stresses the importance of reading and understanding the manual before operation.

Check Hydraulic Oil Level

Provides instructions on checking the hydraulic oil level.

Diesel and Gas Engine Operation

Details the operation of the diesel and gas engines.

Operation: Machine Handling and Prep

Heater Preparation Steps

Outlines the steps to prepare the heater for operation.

Operation: Pipe Installation and Pressure

Checking Hydraulic Pressure

Explains how to check and set hydraulic pressure using the manifold.

Operation: Pipe Positioning and Facing

Loading Pipe into Machine

Guides on loading pipe into the machine's jaws.

Positioning Pipe in Machine

Describes how to position the pipe correctly within the machine.

Facing the Pipe Procedure

Details the procedure for facing the pipe ends.

Operation: Facer Removal

Removing the Facer Unit

Explains how to remove the facer after pipe facing.

Operation: Heater Insertion and Heating

Positioning Carriage for Heater Insertion

Describes how to position the carriage for heater insertion.

Checking Heater Temperature

Emphasizes checking heater temperature for proper fusion.

Selecting Fusion Position

Guides on selecting the correct position on the selector valve for fusion.

Operation: Fusion Process Steps

Inserting the Heater

Details the safe insertion of the heater between pipe ends.

Heating the Pipe Ends

Explains the process of heating the pipe ends for fusion.

Operation: Joint Formation and Jaws

Fusing the Pipe Joint

Details the critical steps for fusing the pipe ends.

Opening Movable Jaws

Explains how to open the movable jaws after cooling.

Operation: Pipe Handling and Lifts

Opening Fixed Jaws

Details how to open the fixed jaws.

Operation: Next Joint Preparation

Positioning Pipe for Next Joint

Guides on positioning the pipe for the next joint.

Installing Next Piece of Pipe

Outlines the process for installing the next piece of pipe.

Special Operations - In Ditch

Removing Carriage Assembly from Chassis

Explains how to remove the carriage assembly from the chassis.

Special Operations - Carriage Assembly

Special Operations - Facer Removal (Models 412;618)

Special Operations - Facer Removal (Model 28)

Special Operations - Carriage Jaws and Ditch Lowering

Special Operations - Clamping Carriage

Special Operations - Ditch Connections and Reassembly

Making the Fusion Joint

Refers to the butt fusion procedure for making a joint.

Special Operations - Saddle Fusion Setup

Setting Hydraulic Pressure for Saddle Fusion

Guides on checking and setting hydraulic pressure for saddle fusion.

Special Operations - Saddle Fusion Surface Prep

Special Operations - Saddle Fusion Heater Steps

Heating Pipe and Fitting for Saddle Fusion

Explains heating the pipe and fitting for saddle fusion.

Removing Heater After Heating

Guides on removing the heater after heating.

Special Operations - Saddle Fusion Joint

Fusing Fitting to Pipe

Details the process of fusing the fitting to the pipe.

Allowing Joint to Cool

Explains allowing the fused joint to cool under pressure.

Maintenance - General Procedures

Preventative Maintenance Importance

Emphasizes the importance of regular preventive maintenance.

Hydraulic Fluid Checks and Changes

Provides instructions for checking and changing hydraulic fluid and filter.

Maintenance - Covers and Belts

Maintenance - System Pressure and Oil

Adjusting Hydraulic System Pressure

Guides on adjusting hydraulic system pressure.

Engine Oil System Maintenance

Details engine oil and filter changes for diesel and gasoline engines.

Maintenance - Component Cleaning

Maintenance - Fasteners, Blades, and Fluids

Maintenance - Heater and Hydraulic System

Cleaning Heater Surfaces

Explains keeping heater faces clean of plastic buildup.

Bleeding Air from Hydraulic System

Details the process of bleeding air from the hydraulic system.

Maintenance - Heater Adjustments

Maintenance - Engine and Track Systems

Maintenance - Track Tension and Engine Speed

Determining Fusion Pressure

Hydraulic Fluids Information

McElroy TracStar 412 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMcElroy
ModelTracStar 412
CategoryUtility Vehicle
LanguageEnglish

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