Insert a new, undamaged sealing element into the bead.
Make sure that the sealing element is not damaged by the cutting
ring.
Ensure that the complete sealing element is in the bead.
3.4.2
Shortening the pipes
NOTICE!
Leaky press connections due to damaged material!
Press connections can become leaky due to damaged
pipes or sealing elements.
Observe the following instructions to avoid damage to pipes
and sealing elements:
– Do not use flame cutters when cutting to length.
– Do not use grease or oils (e. g. cutting oil).
For information about tools, also see
Ä
Chapter 3.3.5 „Required
tools“ on page 25.
Cut the pipe properly using a pipe cutter, angle grinder or fine-
toothed hacksaw.
Avoid grooves on the pipe surface.
3.4.3
Deburring the pipes
The pipe ends must be thoroughly deburred internally and externally
after shortening.
Deburring prevents the sealing element being damaged or the that the
press connector cants when mounted. Use of a deburrer is recom-
mended.
n
≤
D 1
½
(model 2292.2)
n
D 2 (model 2292.4XL)
Handling
Megapress
28 from 32
