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INTRODUCTION

NOTICE

•  Drawings and/or pictures in this manual 

may be exaggerated for clarity.

•  The tool, along with this operating 

and maintenance instructions manual, 
contains trademarks, copyrights, and/or 
patented features that are the exclusive 
property of Victaulic.

The Victaulic RG1210 Roll Grooving Tool is a 
portable tool that can be used in conjunction 
with a power drive for grooving pipe to be 
compatible with Victaulic grooved piping 
products . The standard RG1210 tool is equipped 
to groove 2–8 inch/60 .3–219 .1 mm Schedule 
40 and 2–4 inch/60 .3–114 .3 mm Schedule 80 
carbon steel pipe to Victaulic’s proprietary OGS-
200 groove specifications .

 CAUTION

•  This tool must be used ONLY for grooving 

pipe with specifications that fall within 
the designated parameters.

•  Verify that the upper and lower grooving 

rolls are a matched set.

Failure to follow these instructions could 
damage the tool and cause product failure, 
resulting in property damage or personal 
injury.

RECEIVING THE TOOL

RG1210 tools are packed individually in reusable 
containers . Save the original packaging for 
return shipment of rental tools .
Upon receipt of the tool, ensure that all 
necessary parts are included . If any parts  
are missing, contact Victaulic .

CONTAINER CONTENTS

Qty.

Description

1

RG1210 Roll Grooving Tool

1

Adjustable Ratchet with Swivel Handle

1

27 mm Deep

 

Socket

1

Roll Set for 2–3 inch/60.3–88.9 mm pipe

1

Roll Set for 4–6 inch/114.3–168.3 mm pipe

1

Roll Set for 8 inch/219.1 mm pipe

1

Power Drive Adapter

2

Support Arm

1

Leg Assembly

3

Hex Key (4 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm)

1

Go/No-Go Groove Diameter Tape

1

Groove Confirmation Gauge Set

10

Shear Pin

1

Shear Pin Punch

2

Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual

RETURNING THE TOOL

Prepare tool for shipment as received . Contact 
Victaulic with questions .

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/ Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual

Summary of Contents for RG1210

Page 1: ...ructions in this manual and all warning labels on the tool Wear safety glasses hardhat foot protection and hearing protection while working around this tool Save this operating and maintenance manual in a place accessible to all operators of the tool If you need additional copies of any literature or if you have questions concerning the safe and proper operation of this tool contact Victaulic P O ...

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Page 3: ...Tool Setup 10 Pipe Vise Setup 10 Groove in Place Setup 10 Power Drive Setup 11 Grooving Operation 13 Manual Grooving 13 Powered Grooving 15 Roll Changing 16 Upper Roll Removal 16 Lower Roll Removal 17 Lower Roll Replacement 17 Upper Roll Replacement 18 Maintenance 18 Lubrication 18 Shear Pin Replacement 19 Parts Ordering Information 19 Troubleshooting 20 Roll Groove Specifications 21 EC Declaratio...

Page 4: ...ing tool These instructions describe safe operation of the tool including set up and maintenance Each operator must become familiar with the tool s operations applications and limitations Particular care should be given to reading and understanding the dangers warnings and cautions described throughout these operating instructions Use of this tool requires dexterity and mechanical skills as well a...

Page 5: ...d and adjusted in accordance with setup instructions 3 Stay alert Do not operate the tool if you are drowsy from medication or fatigue 4 Keep visitors trainees and observers away from the immediate work area All visitors should be kept a safe distance from the equipment at all times 5 Keep work areas clean Keep the work area around the tool clear of any obstructions that could limit movement of th...

Page 6: ...tched set Failure to follow these instructions could damage the tool and cause product failure resulting in property damage or personal injury RECEIVING THE TOOL RG1210 tools are packed individually in reusable containers Save the original packaging for return shipment of rental tools Upon receipt of the tool ensure that all necessary parts are included If any parts are missing contact Victaulic C...

Page 7: ...emarks copyrights and or patented features that are the exclusive property of Victaulic Groove Diameter Adjustment Nut Lifting Handles Lower Roll Upper Roll Shaft Slide Assembly High Torque Manual Drive Nut Power Drive Shaft Upper Roll Support Arm Port Depth Feed Hoist Eye High Speed Manual Drive Nut Safety Guarding 7 REV_A TM RG1210 Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual ...

Page 8: ... A while tool sound power is 99 dB A Sound measurements are taken with a Ridgid Model 300 power drive NOTE Noise measurements are dependent on the power drive and will vary based on configuration Always check the power drive manufacturer s documentation for details 23 7 in 601 mm 24 4 in 619 mm 17 2 in 438 mm 15 2 in 385 mm 14 4 in 366 mm 20 2 in 512 mm 8 1 in 206 mm 2 9 in 74 mm 4 4 in 111 mm 10 ...

Page 9: ...the tool and cause product failure resulting in property damage or personal injury PIPE PREPARATION For proper tool operation and production of grooves that are within Victaulic specifications the following guidelines must be followed 1 Victaulic recommends square cut pipe with grooved end pipe products Roll grooving beveled end pipe may result in unacceptable flare leaks or joint failure 2 Raised...

Page 10: ...g the pipe vise by a minimum of 5 inches 127 mm so that the tool can rotate freely Depending on the stand being used additional clearance may be needed 4 Mount the tool on the pipe then turn the depth feed nut clockwise to lower the upper roll until the tool rests snugly on the pipe Move the groove diameter adjustment nuts to the top of the threaded rod so as not to interfere with the setup groove...

Page 11: ...l necessary items are included Refer to the Receiving the Tool section 2 Select a location for the power drive and tool by taking into consideration the following factors a The required power supply refer to the power drive manufacturer s instructions b Adequate space to handle pipe lengths c A firm and level surface for the power drive d Adequate clearance around the tool for adjustment and maint...

Page 12: ...e adapter collar meets the drive collet 10 Insert the tool drive shaft into the power drive adapter until the tool body meets the adapter NOTE A hoist eye has been provided to allow the use of a lifting device when mounting the tool 11 Using the hex key provided tighten the socket cap screw until hand tight Then tighten the locking nut until hand tight Do not overtighten 12 REV_A TM RG1210 Operati...

Page 13: ...en followed MANUAL GROOVING 1 Each rotation line around the groove diameter adjustment nut signifies 0 0039 inches 0 1 mm of groove diameter adjustment 2a The upper left manual drive nut is high speed low torque for smaller diameter pipe The lower right manual drive nut is low speed high torque for larger diameter pipe 2b Using the provided handle turn one of the manual drive nuts to begin groovin...

Page 14: ...ith the provided Go No Go Groove Diameter Tape If desired groove diameter adjustment nuts may be set at this point for repeatability while grooving pipe of the same diameter and schedule With the rolls fully engaged in the groove tighten the first groove diameter adjustment nut against the tool head Tighten the second groove diameter adjustment nut against the first to lock the setting in place NO...

Page 15: ...uld result in serious personal injury 4 Turn the switch on the side of the power drive to create clockwise pipe rotation when viewed from the front power drive chuck 5 Press the safety foot switch to begin grooving Do NOT turn the depth feed nut more than 0 0039 inches 0 1 mm one line per rotation NOTICE Do NOT turn the depth feed nut more than 0 0039 inches 0 1 mm one line at once Failure to foll...

Page 16: ...ment nut and remove the tool from the pipe 8 Carefully check the groove diameter of the pipe C dimension with the provided Go No Go Groove Diameter Tape ROLL CHANGING The RG1210 Roll Grooving Tool is designed with rolls to accommodate several pipe sizes eliminating the need for frequent roll changes Verify that the upper and lower grooving rolls are a matched set DANGER Always disconnect the tool ...

Page 17: ... roll size by checking the marking on the front of the roll 2 Using the hex key provided remove the lower roll retaining stud 3 Grasp the tool with one hand then use the other hand to pull the lower roll out of the tool LOWER ROLL REPLACEMENT 1 Replace the lower roll with the alternate size provided 17 REV_A TM RG1210 Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual ...

Page 18: ...crew until hand tight MAINTENANCE This section provides information about keeping the tool in proper operating condition LUBRICATION 1 After every 8 hours of operation lubricate the three grease fittings on the tool with EP2 lithium grease NOTE Safety guard removed for clarity 2 Once per week use EP2 lithium grease to lubricate the groove diameter adjustment screw To make room for lubrication move...

Page 19: ...h and replace with an intact shear pin If all provided shear pins have been used contact Victaulic to order replacements 4 Reinstall the safety guard PARTS ORDERING INFORMATION When ordering parts the following information is required for Victaulic to process the order and send the correct part s Parts can be ordered by calling 1 800 PICK VIC 1 Tool Model Number 2 Tool Serial Number 3 Quantity Ite...

Page 20: ...o the right The tool will not groove the pipe Pipe is beyond the tool s capabilities in diameter or wall thickness Refer to the Tool Rating and Roll Selection section Pipe material is incorrect Use correct pipe material Shear pin s has broken Rolls are being fed too fast Remove the damaged shear pin s and replace with a new shear pin Refer to the Shear Pin Replacement section Groove the pipe at a ...

Page 21: ... measured from the true square line 2 Gasket seat A The pipe surface shall be free from indentations roll marks and projections from the end of the pipe to the groove to provide a leak tight seal for the gasket All loose paint scale dirt chips grease and rust must be removed It continues to be Victaulic s first recommendation that pipe be square cut When using beveled end pipe the gasket seat A is...

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Page 23: ...42 EC Annex I Technical Documentation The relevant technical documentation prepared in accordance with Annex VII B of the Machinery Directive 2006 42 EC will be made available upon request to the governing authorities Compatible Power Drives When installed with the following power drive unit having an appropriate EC Declaration of Conformity in accordance with Annex II A of the Directive 2006 42 E...

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