68450
655mm
2.84 Kg
PREPARATIONS FOR USE
For use of the pressing tongs, pressing heads and expanding heads for the various pipe
connection systems, the currently valid sales documents are applicable. If the system
manufacturer alters components of pipe connection systems or markets new ones, must be
enquired their current application status.
Electrical connection
Before connecting the drive unit or the rapid charger, check whether voltage on the rating plate
matches the mains voltage. At work sites, in damp surroundings, in the open or in the case of
comparable types of use, only operate the equipment off the mains using a 30mA fault current
protected switch.
The battery supplied and the spare batteries are not charged. Charge the battery before initial
operation. Only use the rapid charger for charging. Once the battery is inserted into the rapid
charger, the red indicator light flashes. After about one hour, the indicator light switches to
permanent, meaning the battery is charged. The battery only reaches its full capacity after
several charges.
Installing the pressing tongs in radial presses
Pull the mains plug or remove the battery. Only use pressing tongs with a system-specific
pressing contour matching the press fitting system for identify the pressing contour matching the
press fitting system for pressing. Pressing tongs have a letter on both pressing jaws to identify
the pressing contour and a number to identify the size. Consult and comply with the instructions
for installation and fitting of the system’s manufacturers. Never use non-matching pressing
tongs for pressing work. The press joint could be unserviceable, and both the machine and the
pressing tongs might be damaged.
The drive unit is best placed on a bench or the floor. Installing the pressing tongs is only
possible when the press rollers in are fully retracted. If necessary, set the rotation direction lever
to the left and operate the inching switch, and press the reset button until the press rollers are
fully retracted.
Open the tongs shank. To do so, press the locking pin, the tongs shank jumps out under spring
loading. Insert selected pressing tongs. Push home the tongs shank until the locking pin
engages. While doing so, press down the pressure tongs inserted. Do not start the pressing
