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4.
Using the groove depth gauge like a
feeler gauge, turn the depth stop collar until it
contacts the groove depth gauge firmly
against the top of the trunnion. Turn the sec-
ond collar until it is locked firmly against the
depth stop collar. Locking the two collars will
maintain the gap set with the groove depth
gauge.
4a.
Remove the groove depth gauge from
between the collar and trunnion. Place
the groove depth gauges back into the
clip provided on the tool.
5.
Prepare a trial groove. Refer to the appli-
cable "Grooving Operation" section, starting
on page 18 or 22.
6.
After a trial groove is prepared and the
pipe is removed from the tool, carefully check
the groove diameter (“C” dimension). Refer to
the "Roll Groove Specifications" section, start-
ing on page 31. The PT-100 Pipe Tape, sup-
plied with the tool, is the best method for
checking the “C” dimension. In addition, a
vernier caliper or narrow-land micrometer can
be used to check this dimension at two loca-
tions (90º apart) around the groove. The aver-
age reading must be within the required
groove diameter specification.
7.
If the groove diameter (“C” dimension) is
not within Victaulic specifications, the depth
stop collars must be adjusted.
7a.
To adjust for a smaller groove diameter,
turn the depth stop collars away from the
trunnion.
7b.
To adjust for a larger groove diameter,
turn the depth stop collars toward the
trunnion.
NOTE:
A quarter-turn either way will change
the groove diameter approximately 0.012 inch
(0,3 mm) or 0.048 inch (1,2 mm) per full turn.
8.
Prepare another trial groove, and check
the groove diameter (“C” dimension), as de-
scribed in steps 5 - 6 on this page. Repeat
these steps, as necessary, until the groove
diameter is within specification.
CAUTION
• The “C” dimension (groove diameter) must conform
to Victaulic specifications to ensure proper joint
performance.
Failure to follow this instruction could cause joint
failure, resulting in personal injury and/or property
damage.
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