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VE46 Pipe Roll Grooving Tool
TOOLS USED WITH A POWER
DRIVE
1.
VE46 tools that are intended for use
with a power drive MUST have the optional
power drive kit installed before attempting
to groove pipe.
2.
Avoid using the tool in dangerous en-
vironments.
Do not expose the tool to rain,
and do not use the tool in damp or wet loca-
tions. Do not use the tool on sloped or uneven
surfaces. Keep the work area well lit. Allow
sufficient space to operate the tool properly.
3.
Ground the power drive to protect the
operator from electric shock.
Make sure the
power drive is connected to an internally
grounded electrical source.
4.
Prevent accidental startups.
Place the
switch on the power drive to the “OFF” posi-
tion before plugging the unit into the electrical
source.
5.
Operate the tool only with a safety foot
switch.
The power drive must be operated
with a safety foot switch that is located for
easy operator access. Never reach across
moving parts. If the power drive does not
contain a safety foot switch, contact the
power drive manufacturer.
6.
Secure the power drive.
Make sure the
power drive is stable.
7.
Support the work.
Support long pipe
lengths with a pipe stand that is secured to
the floor or the ground.
8.
Do not over-reach.
Maintain proper
footing and balance at all times. Make sure
the safety foot switch is easily accessible for
the operator.
9.
Do not abuse the safety foot switch
cord.
Never yank the cord out of the recepta-
cle. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, and
sharp objects.
10.
Unplug the power drive from the elec-
trical source before servicing the tool.
Only
authorized personnel should attempt to per-
form maintenance on the tool. Always discon-
nect the power drive from the electrical
source before servicing or adjusting the tool.
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