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Operation

Loading Pipe into LineTamer

Install pulling head in pipe.
Raise threading rollers to highest position and manually roll pipe beneath #1 threading roller.
Attach pulling strap to pulling head.

NOTICE:

 Use only soft straps or rope to avoid any sharp edges which can damage rollers.

Lower threading roller #1 to align pipe with LineTamer pipe guide.

Pull pipe just past the first roller and stop.

Raise threading roller #2 to align pipe with second roller.

TX02580-1-10-06

CD00

70

7-1-10

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#1 Threading Roller

#2 Threading Roller

First Roller

Second Roller

Bottom Roller

Rerounding

 Rollers

CD00

70

6-1-10

-06

CD00

70

8-1-10

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Summary of Contents for LineTamer

Page 1: ...Manual LT0104 Revision J 11 18 6 IPS Pipe Preparation Machine LineTamer 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: ...e manufacturer to continuously offer advanced training Course offerings are meant to enhance your efficiency productivity and safety in the proper use of McElroy machines McElroy University classes ar...

Page 4: ...Fulton Street Tulsa Oklahoma 74158 0550 PHONE 918 836 8611 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: ...2 4 Pressure Gauges 2 4 Rerounding Rollers 2 4 Straightening Rollers 2 4 Installing LineTamer 2 5 Installing Hydraulic Power Unit 2 5 Transporting Secure Pipe Before Transporting 3 1 Lock Machine 3 1...

Page 6: ...Loading Pipe in LineTamer 5 4 Pressure Settings 5 6 Rerounder Pressure 5 6 Straightener Pressure 5 6 Monitor Pressure 5 7 Precautions 5 7 End of Coil with Pipe Secured 5 7 Maintenance Preventative Ma...

Page 7: ...ces IMPORTANT can help you do a better job or make your job easier in some way TX00030 12 1 92 PELIGRO PELIGRO WR00051 11 30 92 Read and Understand Do not operate this equipment until you have careful...

Page 8: ...2 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 wear loose fitting clothing or long hai...

Page 9: ...onfined area TX00954 5 14 96 WR00093 5 14 96 PELIGRO Fuel Handling Gasoline and diesel fuel are extremely flammable and their vapors will explode if ignited Do not fill the fuel tank while the engine...

Page 10: ...safety There are practical limits to pulling pipe in cold weather The ability of the pipe to be straightened and rerounded diminishes The LineTamer does not have enough power to properly straighten an...

Page 11: ...rted or raised pipe Pipe is heavy and could result in serious injury or death Pipe that is bent can store a great amount of energy Do not bend and force the pipe into the machine A bent pipe with stor...

Page 12: ...plowing vehicle pulling pipe directly into the ground lV Stationary LineTamer connected to coil trailer with plowing vehicle pulling a pipe directly into the ground V Stationary LineTamer connected t...

Page 13: ...2 2 Overview III Stringing Plowing Pipe IV Straightening Pipe for Relining V Straightening Pipe for Directional Boring CD00161 8 31 95 CD00162 8 31 95 CD00163 8 31 95...

Page 14: ...back to the left shuts the engine off All the way forward to the right is the choke position Between these two positions the desired engine speed can be set IMPORTANT Do not use the choke if the engin...

Page 15: ...ulic Controls A Rerounder Pressure Control B Straightener Pressure Control TX01000 6 27 96 Rerounding Rollers Pressure to the rerounding rollers is set by a manually operated control valve TX00979 6 1...

Page 16: ...s over the shock mounts Attach HPU with 3 8 Type A Wide Flat Washers 3 8 Regular Split Lock Washers and 3 8 16NC Finished Hex Nuts TX02488 04 26 05 Installing LineTamer A location should be selected o...

Page 17: ...amer is installed on the same trailer that holds the pipe coil pipe from the coil can remain loaded in the Linetamer If the LineTamer is on a different trailer than the coil trailer remove the pipe fr...

Page 18: ...ely secured to hitch Trailer jack is in the raised position Check all fasteners for proper tightness Wheel lug nuts are properly tightened Wheel bearings are properly adjusted and maintained Load is w...

Page 19: ...th proper hookup to trailer or vehicle With trailer secured to vehicle raise jack up and secure TX01305 3 31 97 Securing Pipe When Using a Reel If the pipe coil is mounted on a reel securing the insid...

Page 20: ...tioned correctly The pipe coil LineTamer and pulling vehicle must be in alignment and make a straight pull during operation TX00583 8 10 95 PH00493 8 28 95 Rerounder Rollers When changing rerounding r...

Page 21: ...at HIGH Level Never allow dirt or foreign matter to enter the open tank Refer to the Hydraulic Fluids section of this manual for hydraulic oil recommendations TX00966 5 22 96 Straightening Roller Con...

Page 22: ...ad rating in excess of the loads noted above Do not exceed the rated loads of any pulling assembly PH02853 5 15 07 PH00494 9 1 95 Operation Read and Understand Do not operate this equipment until you...

Page 23: ...ipe guide Always ensure that roller stops are installed before pulling Check that roller size is correct for pipe being used TX00588 8 10 95 Cutting Steel Bands Coiled pipe can uncoil with considerabl...

Page 24: ...n be used to help guide the starting end of the pipe into the LineTamer Use the rollers to pull the pipe down in alignment with the pipe guide on the LineTamer After the pipe is started move the rolle...

Page 25: ...Use only soft straps or rope to avoid any sharp edges which can damage rollers Lower threading roller 1 to align pipe with LineTamer pipe guide Pull pipe just past the first roller and stop Raise thre...

Page 26: ...drill a hole about 2 to 3 inches from the end of the pipe Thread the rope through the hole and attach to the strap as shown The strap and rope will pull the pipe downward and forward This downward fo...

Page 27: ...nder pressure chart NOTICE Pressure gauge will indicate a lower pressure than your initial setting if pull is stopped but will return to original setting when the pull begins again If you adjust the s...

Page 28: ...er stand on preparation machine during operation Keep hands and legs away from machine during operation Do not sit or step on pipe during pull All non participating personnel should be at least 15 fee...

Page 29: ...ck the hydraulic fluid level in reservoir All hydraulic cylinders must be retracted before checking fluid to get an accurate level Maintain fluid at HIGH Level Never allow dirt or foreign matter to en...

Page 30: ...moving parts should be greased periodically All pipe rollers have fittings for lubricating the bearings Grease the fittings once a month or as required Grease sliding linkage of rerounder system TX013...

Page 31: ...80 F over the ambient temperature depending on the pressure setting age of the pump wind etc Mobil Univis N46 hydraulic fluid is installed at our factory The advantage of this fluid is a wider temper...

Page 32: ...Optional Hydraulic Power Unit Fluid Mobil DTE 15M or equivalent Reservoir Capacity 5 gallons Maximum Pressure 2500 psi Flow 2 0 GPM 2000 psi Engine Honda 5 HP OHV vertical shaft engine with electronic...

Page 33: ...his manual is waterproof tear resistant grease resistant abrasion resistant and the bonding quality of the printing ensures a readable durable product The material does not contain any cellulose based...

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