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SHANNON & PAF III OPERATORS MANUAL - REV 3
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Always verify the voltage and time displayed on the LCD are the same as the values specified by the fitting
manufacturer. In many cases these values are printed on a tag affixed to the fitting, however, this is not
always true. Remember that manual temperature compensation may be required when fusing fittings in
Manual Mode.
When in doubt, always check the fusion information with data supplied from the fitting manufacturer.
FAILURE TO VERIFY THAT THE FUSION INFORMATION IS CORRECT BEFORE S TARTING A FUSION COULD
RESULT IN SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO PROPERTY, PERSONAL INJURY, AND/OR DEATH.
Service Recommendations
Customer Maintenance
There are a few simple services that can be performed by the user that will help ensure proper operation:
1.
Keep the area around the Temperature Sensor clean and free of obstructions by wiping with a soft
dry towel. This is a critical area to keep clean, as dirt will affect the ambient temperature reading.
The temperature reading is used to compensate fusion times based on the ambient temperature
during a barcode fusion. If this sensor is reading incorrectly, fusion times may be affected, and the
integrity of the fusion may be compromised.
2.
Make sure the fitting adapters are clean and properly attached to the Output Lead Ends. Failure to
do so may result in an improper output applied to the fitting.
3.
Pull the Output Lead Ends straight off the fitting when disconnecting and avoid side loads.
4.
Make sure
that power sources are appropriately rated and operating at the manufacturer’s
specified capacity.
Refer to page 50 for instructions and guidelines to use when choosing a power
source.
5.
Always store the barcode wand or SMART Scanner™ in its sheath when not in use.
Proper care of the processor and output cable will greatly extend the life of your
Kerotest Electrofusion
Processor
and help reduce service times and costs.
Calibration Recommendations
It is strongly recommended that each processor be calibrated at least once every three (3) years. This will help
ensure that the
Kerotest Electrofusion Processor
is in proper calibration and should enable any potential
problems to be identified early.
When the calibration period has expired the processor will display the message,
“
Error 113:
Calibration
Required,
”
informing the operator that the calibration date has passed. This will not prevent the processor
from performing fusions; however, the processor should be calibrated as soon as possible.
THE CORRECT OUTPUT VOLTAGE CANNOT BE ASSURED IF THE PROCESSOR IS NOT CALIBRATED AT LEAST
ONCE EVERY THREE (3) YEARS.
