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Unfasten Chains

Loosen the chain clamping knobs and unhook chain from chain hooks.

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Saddle Fusion Procedure

Install Sidewall Clamping Inserts

Select the appropriate sidewall clamping inserts. (Not required for 6" 
main size and larger). Attach the inserts to the tailstock jaws. The attaching 
screws install through the back of the tailstock and screw into the insert.

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Attach Fusion Machine to Main

Place the machine on the main. 
Place a line bolster on main opposite the tailstock assembly if required. A 
bolster is not required on 6" or larger pipe.
Position the tailstock chains around the main and lock into the chain hooks. 

Tighten the machine onto the main using the chain clamp knobs.

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Summary of Contents for 2CU

Page 1: ...Manual 201001 Revision F 09 20 2CU Fusion Machine Operator s Manual Original Language English...

Page 2: ...oduct and other products could be protected by patents or have patents pending All the latest patent information is available at patent mcelroy com Cancer and Reproductive Harm www P65warnings ca gov...

Page 3: ...sity For more than 30 years McElroy has been the only pipe fusion machine manufacturer to continuously offer advanced training Course offerings are meant to enhance your efficiency productivity and sa...

Page 4: ...Fulton Street Tulsa Oklahoma 74158 0550 PHONE 918 836 861 1 FAX 918 831 9285 EMAIL fusion McElroy com Note Certain repairs warranty work and inquiries may be directed at McElroy s discretion to an aut...

Page 5: ...ng 3 1 Prepare Heater 3 1 Install Clamping Inserts 3 1 Loading Pipe into Machine 3 2 Positioning Pipe in Machine 3 2 Facing the Pipe 3 2 Check Pipe Alignment 3 2 Check for Slippage 3 3 Check Heater Te...

Page 6: ...reventative Maintenance 5 1 Cleaning Machine 5 1 Clean and Lubricate Guide Rods 5 1 Pivot Pins and Shafts 5 2 Clean Jaws and Inserts 5 2 Clean Thrust Bearings 5 2 Clean Eyebolt Threads 5 2 Fasteners M...

Page 7: ...job or make your job easier in some way PELIGRO PELIGRO ADVERTENCIA PRECAUCI N ATTENTION PELIGRO PELIGRO ADVERTENCIA PRECAUCI N ATTENTION WR00051 1 1 30 92 TX00030 12 1 92 Read and Understand Do not...

Page 8: ...22 93 PENSEZ S curit en 1er SAFE1ST 12 22 92 Wear Safety Equipment Wear a hard hat safety shoes safety glasses and other applicable personal protective equipment Remove jewelry and rings and do not we...

Page 9: ...environment with electrical devices Proper ground connections help to minimize the chances of an electric shock Frequently inspect electrical cords and unit for damage Have damaged components replaced...

Page 10: ...e they can release or bend Care must be used if the unit is grasped elsewhere because numerous pinch points exist TX001 1 1 4 22 93 WR00081 4 22 93 Fusion Procedures Obtain a copy of the pipe manufact...

Page 11: ...eak tight connection is the result The principal operations include Clamping The pipe pieces are held axially and radially to allow all subsequent operations to take place Facing The pipe ends are fac...

Page 12: ...s 8 Fitting Inserts 9 Convex Heater Adapters 10 Concave Heater Adapters 1 1 Clamping Inserts TX01053 7 22 96 Overview PH02413 12 5 05 2 2 2CU Machine Nomenclature 1 Tailstock 2 Chain 3 Chain Hook 4 Ha...

Page 13: ...r is plugged in and preheating the light glows steadily until the set temperature is reached The light then goes off and on slowly as the heater maintains temperature The heater body is not coated Coa...

Page 14: ...d before entering the explosive atmosphere for fusion Install butt fusion heater plates NOTICE The heater should never be used without butt fusion heater plates installed Refer to the Maintenance sect...

Page 15: ...eved when the facer stops are bottomed out against the clamps Tighten the pipe clamp knobs until firm resistance is felt Do not over tighten NOTICE Thoroughly clean all dirt and debris from pipe ends...

Page 16: ...r Heater is not explosion proof Operation of heater in an explosive atmosphere without necessary safety precautions will result in serious injury or death If operating in an explosive atmosphere heate...

Page 17: ...d when a specified Interfacial Pressure is required NOTICE Failure to follow pipe manufacturer s heating time pressure and cooling time may result in a bad joint TX04766 12 08 14 Heating the Pipe With...

Page 18: ...que wrench can be used To calculate the proper torque reading see Section Determine Fusion Force Add the torque required to overcome Drag the force required to move the pipe at or near the point of fu...

Page 19: ...ore entering the explosive atmosphere for fusion Select appropriate heater and sidewall fusion heater adapters Attach the adapters to the heater Place heater in insulated heater stand Plug heater into...

Page 20: ...aching screws install through the back of the tailstock and screw into the insert TX01544 5 6 98 Attach Fusion Machine to Main Place the machine on the main Place a line bolster on main opposite the t...

Page 21: ...ocedures Use a clean non synthetic cloth to clean the heater adapter surfaces TX01048 7 22 96 Saddle Fusion Procedure Clamp Fitting Position the fitting loosely in the movable jaw and move fitting aga...

Page 22: ...ion Move the jaw to bring the fitting into contact with the heater and the heater in contact with the pipe Establish proper melt pattern as specified by the pipe manufacturer NOTICE Failure to follow...

Page 23: ...chine with a soap and water wash as needed Remove the heater and facer from the spray area before cleaning TX00862 1 30 96 Clean and Lubricate Guide Rods Remove oily dirt buildup from guide rods using...

Page 24: ...s of any dirt or residual material using a stiff bristled brush TX00433 9 15 94 Clean Thrust Bearings The thrust bearings located in the clamp knobs must turn freely Wash the clamp knob bearing assemb...

Page 25: ...hat the butt fusion heater plates are seated on the heater body and that there is no foreign matter trapped between these surfaces IMPORTANT Do not over tighten the screws The surface of the butt fusi...

Page 26: ...ich will flash on and off This indicates that the controller is operating normally If the green indicator is not flashing then the controller may not be operating properly If this occurs disconnect po...

Page 27: ...on of the blade installing the blade on the opposite side of the blade holder will normally position a sharp edge in the facing zone Chipped or dull blades must be replaced NOTICE Never extend the bla...

Page 28: ...k properly All nuts and bolts are tight Lever handles are with unit FACER Check cord plug and switch Check for play in blade holder Facer does not wobble when trapped between jaws Blades are in good c...

Page 29: ...t IFP DRAG REQUIRED FORCE 2 37 2154 2154 3 1416 75 DRAG 109 DRAG Using the Chart section 7 2 From the table you see that 20 ft lbs of Torque 75 lbs Force and 30 ft lbs of Torque 140 lbs Force The char...

Page 30: ...ce Fusion Force for 2CU 0 25 50 75 100 125 150 175 200 225 250 275 300 325 350 375 400 425 450 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 Torque Wrench Reading ft lbs Jaw Axial...

Page 31: ...r 1 2 CTS to 2 IPS pipe 20mm to 63mm Dimensions Width 1 1 5 29 2cm Length 20 50 8cm Height 16 40 64cm Heater 800 W 120 VAC 60 Hz 240 V 50 Hz Weight Machine 28 lbs 12 7kg Heater 5 5 lbs 2 5kg Facer 8 l...

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