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NIBCO Inc.

 

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1516 Middlebury Street • Elkhart, IN 46516 USA • 888-446-4226

PC-2, PC-3, PC-4 Pressing Chains

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Inspect tool before use. Replace any worn or 

 damaged parts. A damaged or improperly assem-

bled tool can break and strike bystanders. 
Failure to observe this warning could result in severe 

injury or death.

Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They will vent 

fumes and may explode.
Failure to observe this warning could result in severe 

injury from harmful fumes or burns from flying debris.

•  Do not operate the tool without a fitting in place. 

Damage to the pressing head can result.

•  Do not use this tool for continuous use. After  

50 cycles, allow the tool to cool for 15 minutes.

•  Do not secure this tool in a vise. This tool is 

designed for hand-held operation.

•  This tool may be used in damp or wet environ-

ments; however, air-drying is recommended 

before use if the tool becomes soaked. Damage 

may result when the tool is operated prior to 

thorough drying when electrical components are 

soaked.

•  Use this tool for the manufacturer’s intended 

purpose only.

Failure to observe these precautions may result in 

injury or property damage.

Do not allow anything to contact the battery 

terminals.
•  Do not immerse the batteries in liquid. Liquid 

may create a short circuit and damage the 

battery. If batteries are immersed, contact your 

service center for proper handling.

•  Do not place the battery into a pocket, tool 

pouch, or tool box with conductive objects. 

Conductive objects may create a short circuit 

and damage the battery.

•  Do not place a battery on moist ground or 

grass. Moisture may create a short circuit and 

damage the battery.

Failure to observe these precautions may result in 

injury or property damage.

•  Do not store the battery at more than 60 °C  

(140 °F). Damage to the battery can result.

•  Do not use another manufacturer’s charger. 

Other manufacturers’ chargers may overcharge 

and damage the battery.

•  Do not attempt to open the battery. It contains 

no user-serviceable parts.

Failure to observe these precautions may result in 

injury or property damage.

Do not perform any service or maintenance other 

than as described in this manual. Injury or damage 

to the tool may result.
Failure to observe this precaution may result in 

injury and property damage. 

Summary of Contents for PC-2

Page 1: ... all of the instructions and safety information in this manual before operating or servicing this tool PC 2 PC 3 and PC 4 Pressing Chains NIBCO Inc World Headquarters 1516 Middlebury Street Elkhart IN 46516 USA Technical Services Phone 1 888 446 4226 Fax 1 888 336 4226 ...

Page 2: ...ractices related to the use of this tool Observe all of the safety information provided Purpose of this Manual This manual is intended to familiarize all users with the safe operation and maintenance procedures for the PC 2 2 1 2 Pressing Chain with Carrying Case PC 3 3 Pressing Chain with Carrying Case PC 4 4 Pressing Chain with Carrying Case Keep this manual available to all users For additional...

Page 3: ...ailure to observe this warning could result in severe injury or death Wear eye protection when operating or servicing this tool Failure to wear eye protection could result in serious eye injury from flying debris or hydraulic oil Do not use solvents or flammable liquids to clean the pressing tool Solvents or flammable liquids could ignite and cause serious injury or property damage Keep hands away...

Page 4: ...or the manufacturer s intended purpose only Failure to observe these precautions may result in injury or property damage Do not allow anything to contact the battery terminals Do not immerse the batteries in liquid Liquid may create a short circuit and damage the battery If batteries are immersed contact your service center for proper handling Do not place the battery into a pocket tool pouch or t...

Page 5: ...ir drying is recommended before use if the tool becomes soaked Damage may result when the tool is operated prior to thorough drying when electrical components are soaked Use this tool for the manufacturer s intended purpose only Failure to observe these precautions may result in injury or property damage An incomplete press can cause leaks Use proper fitting and copper tubing combina tions Imprope...

Page 6: ...d and re engage the pin on the pressing chain 3 Check that the red protective sleeve is in the rear position and the chains 2 1 2 to 4 marking is visible on the PC 100 tool If not depress the button on the protective sleeve and move the sleeve to the rear position see figures below Release the button to secure the protective sleeve 4 Push the retract button on the PC 100 tool to completely retract...

Page 7: ...s below 8 Reinstall the battery and depress the tool trigger to press the fitting Continue to depress the trigger until the relief valve actuates and the drive rollers automatically retract Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 Figure 12 Figure 13 Figure 14 Notes If the drive rollers do not automatically retract the press is incomplete The pressing cycle can be interrupted at any moment by releasing the tr...

Page 8: ...e interrupted at any moment by releasing the trigger If it is necessary to remove the chain before a pressing cycle is complete push the retract button on the PC 100 Pushing the retract button will cause the drive rollers to retract completely so that the adapter jaw and chain can be removed If the pressing cycle must be stopped before the crimp is complete and the chain has to be removed from the...

Page 9: ...nds to check for oil leaks High pressure oil easily punctures skin causing serious injury gangrene or death If injured seek medical help immediately to remove oil After use 1 Wipe all surfaces clean on the pressing chain with a cloth Remove any dirt with a brush 2 Place the pressing chain in the carrying case Store in a cool dry place Monthly 1 Thoroughly clean all surfaces 2 Oil the pin and bolt ...

Page 10: ...16 Middlebury Street Elkhart IN 46516 USA 888 446 4226 PC 2 PC 3 PC 4 Pressing Chains NIBCO Inc World Headquarters 1516 Middlebury Street Elkhart IN 46516 USA Technical Services Phone 1 888 446 4226 Fax 1 888 336 4226 ...

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