VE272SFS Roll Grooving Tool
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TOOL SETUP
The standard VE272SFS tool is intended for
field or shop setup. Before grooving, the tool
head assembly and legs must be mounted
onto a Victaulic VPD752 Power Drive or a
Ridgid 300 Power Drive with a 38-rpm maxi-
mum chuck speed.
1.
Remove all components from the pack-
aging, and make sure all necessary items are
included. Refer to the "Receiving the Tool"
section on page 4.
2.
Select a location for the power drive,
tool, and pipe stand by taking into consider-
ation the following factors (refer to the draw-
ing below for overall dimensions):
2a.
The required power supply (Refer to the
power drive manufacturer’s instructions)
2b.
Adequate space to handle pipe/tubing
lengths
2c.
A firm and level surface for the power
drive, tool, and pipe stand
2d.
Adequate clearance around the tool for
adjustment and maintenance
3.
Remove threading dies, cutoff attach-
ments, etc. from the power drive. Extend the
two tubular support arms approximately 7
1
/
2
inches (190 mm) beyond the chuck of the
power drive. Secure the support arms in this
position. Refer to the power drive manufactur-
er’s instructions.
4.
Open the chuck of the power drive fully.
Refer to the power drive manufacturer’s in-
structions.
5.
Slide the tool head assembly completely
onto the arms of the power drive.
WARNING
• DO NOT plug the power drive into the electrical
source until instructed otherwise.
Accidental startup of the tool could result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING
• During tool setup, two people are required to safely
handle the tool head assembly.
• Use a hoist to lift the tool head assembly into posi-
tion.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in
serious personal injury.
Dimensions – inches (millimeters)
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
28.00 15.00 37.00 56.25 34.25 27.50 61.00
(711)
(381)
(940)
(1429)
(870)
(699)
(1549)
NOTES:
*Mounting hole dimensions are approximate due to
variables when fastening legs.
**Dimension is approximate due to variables when
inserting into power drive.
A
C
D
E*
G**
F*
B
WARNING
• Support of the tool head assembly must be main-
tained until the support legs are installed and
secured.
Failure to support the tool head assembly may cause
the tool to tip over, resulting in serious personal injury
and tool damage.
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