RAUTOOL L1 Instruction Manual
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3.
Operation:
3.1
Selection of right jaws:
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The size mark on compressing jaws should
be the same as target assembly (pipes,
sleeve & fittings). Jaw for d16 & d20 are
combined, which have 2 position for fittings
d16 and d20
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The two jaws should be matched not mixed
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Before installing jaws, the user should
carefully check pressing tool (especially
chain & gear) for any damages that may
cause incomplete pressing
3.2
Assembly of Jaws and Plier:
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Open tool handles, then bend pivoted
handle and put it against straight handle.
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Put jaws selected into the position, then
align the hole on jaw with two holes on tool.
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Insert locking bolt into 3 aligned holes to
lock pressing jaw in position, open tool
handles and check that two jaws are
aligned
3.3
Compression test
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Open tool handles, put target pipe, sleeve
and fitting onto two jaws. Be sure the pipe
was properly expanded by REHAU related
expander & fittings fully inserted
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Slightly close handles, when jaws start to
grip fitting and sleeve, Keep swinging
pivoted handle until sleeve is completely
compressed with pipe and fitting,
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Open handles, remove target assembly
from tool & inspect joint.
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Version 02- 2020 June
