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McElroy TracStar 618 2 Auto Series - User Manual

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Manual: T1829801 Revision: B 03/19
TracStar
®
28/250
412/618
Series 2 Auto
Fusion Machines
Operator’s
Manual
Original Language: English

Table of Contents

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Summary

Safety First: Alerts and Understanding

Hazard Alert System Explanation

Explains hazard alert symbols (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION) and their meanings.

Manual Comprehension and Safety

Stresses the importance of reading and understanding the manual for safe operation.

General Safety Practices

General Operational Safety Guidelines

Provides essential safety guidelines for machine setup and operation.

Personal Protective Equipment Requirements

Details required safety gear and proper attire for safe operation.

Fuel Handling Precautions

Safety measures for handling flammable fuels and preventing ignition hazards.

Environmental and Equipment Hazards

Engine Operation and Atmospheric Hazards

Warns about operating engines in explosive atmospheres and carbon monoxide risks.

Material Handling and Battery Safety

Pipe Handling Safety Guidelines

Safe practices for handling heavy pipes to prevent injury.

Battery Safety Information

Hazards associated with batteries, including explosive gas and acid.

Equipment Safety Precautions

Electrical Safety Procedures

Precautions for working with electrical components and preventing shocks.

Mechanical Hazards: Crush Points & Facer Blades

Warnings about crush points and sharp facer blades.

Operational Safety Measures

Hydraulic System Safety Risks

Risks associated with high-pressure hydraulic fluid leaks.

Machine Placement and Ditch Edge Safety

Guidelines for positioning the machine on stable ground and away from ditches.

Operational Safety (Continued)

Heater, Lifting, and Fusion Safety

Safety precautions for hot heaters, lifting, and fusion procedures.

Overview of Heat Fusion Principles

General Operation Procedures

General Operation Procedures (Continued)

Auto Fusion Operation

Auto Fusion Setup and Initiation

Procedure for setting up and initiating an automatic fusion.

Auto Fusion Operation (Continued)

Entering Identification Data

Confirming and modifying identification details for joint reports.

Setting Fusion Parameters

Reviewing and confirming fusion parameters before proceeding.

Inputting Pipe and Ambient Details

Entering ambient temperature, pipe material, size, and wall thickness.

Location Details and Pre-Fusion Checks

Entering optional location details and performing final pre-fusion checks.

Machine Automatic Mode Operations

Machine operations and screen flow during automatic fusion.

Fusion Process Step Screens

Detailed screen sequence for the automatic fusion process.

Viewing Joint Report Data

Information presented across the four screens of a joint report.

Joint Report Details and Photos

Additional report data, including computer info and optional photos.

Joint Completion Confirmation

Confirming joint completion and proceeding to the next joint.

Creating a Dummy Joint

Procedure for creating a dummy joint and its associated report.

Post-Fusion Steps

Opening jaws, raising pipe, and positioning for the next joint.

Auto Report Menu Functions

Managing reports: viewing, sending, and Vault account access.

DataLogger Vault Account Management

Logging in and managing the DataLogger Vault account.

Semi-Auto Fusion Operation

Semi-Auto Fusion Overview

Performing manual fusion using the control pendant.

Determining Drag Pressure

Steps to measure and record the drag pressure.

Semi-Auto Fusion Operation (Continued)

System Menu Configuration

System Menu Configuration (Continued)

Special Operations

Special Operations (Continued)

Lifting Procedures

Lifting Procedures (Continued)

Machine Maintenance

Machine Maintenance (Continued)

Maintenance Checklist

Determining Fusion Pressure

Hydraulic Fluids

McElroy TracStar 618 2 Auto Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMcElroy
ModelTracStar 618 2 Auto Series
CategoryConstruction Equipment
LanguageEnglish

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