Gator Automatic Butt Fusion Range
Operating Manual
EDOI6922
Page 10 of 44
Issue 02
3 Scope of Operation
This equipment is designed specifically for the purpose of butt fusion jointing of
polyethylene pipes and should not be utilised for any other operation.
4 Maintenance and Care
4.1 User maintenance
Prior to connecting the unit to a supply always:
Ensure that the all lead and hydraulic hose connectors are clean and free of
damage.
Visually inspect the controller, trimmer, heater and chassis for signs of damage.
Ensure that the mains input plug is not damaged and remove any dirt.
Check there is no damage to the input, trimmer, chassis and heater cables
such as torn insulation or deep gouges.
Check there is no damage to the hydraulic hoses such as deep gouges or
leaks.
Check the hydraulic oil level top up with approved hydraulic oil, refer to section
4.1.1 Oil check.
Ensure that the Barcode Reader is connected (Do not connect after the supply
is turned on as the box or the scanner could be damaged).
Ensure that the unit has been appropriately maintained and calibrated.
Never use the control unit if plug, leads or enclosure are damaged, the service
agent or Fusion Group Limited must carry out maintenance and service.
Do not attempt to open the enclosures - there are no user serviceable parts
inside.
4.1.1 Oil check
Check the oil level prior to powering up.
Approved hydraulic Oils
If the hydraulic oil level is low, use only Fusion approved hydraulic oils with Gator
machines:
Castrol
Hy-Spin AWS22
Total
Azolla AZ22
ESSO
NUTO H22
BP
Energol HLP22
Texaco
Rando HD22
Mobil
DTE 22
Derwent
22
Shell
TELLUS 22
Duckhams
Zircon 3