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Introduction

Thank You for purchasing this

McElroy product

The Pit Bull® 26 model fusion machines are designed 

to butt fuse thermoplastic pipe as well as tees, ells and 

other fittings.
When fusing thermoplastic pipe materials, refer to the 

pipe manufacturer's fusion procedures or appropriate 

joining standard.
The Pit Bull 26 fuses 2” IPS through 6” DIPS (63mm 

through 180mm).
With reasonable care and maintenance, these machines 

will give years of satisfactory service.
Before operating this machine, please read this manual 

thoroughly, and keep a copy with the machine for future 

reference. This manual is to be considered part of your 

machine.

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McElroy University

For more than 30 years, McElroy has been the only 

pipe fusion machine manufacturer to continuously 

offer advanced training. Course offerings are meant to 

enhance your efficiency, productivity and safety in the 

proper use of McElroy machines. McElroy University 

classes are structured so that the skills learned and the 

machines used in each class closely match the machines 

found on pipelining jobsites. We offer training at 

our facility or yours. Our uniquely qualified McElroy 

University course instructors offer years of industry 

experience.
Tuition for each course includes lunches, course materials 

and a certificate of completion. Online registration, 

as well as up-to-date course offerings and dates, is 

available at 

www.mcelroy.com/university

This manual is intended as a guide only and does not 

take the place of proper training by qualified instructors. 

The information in this manual is not all inclusive and 

can not encompass all possible situations that can be 

encountered during various operations.

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Страница 1: ...Manual 711501 Revision F 10 18 Pit Bull 26 Fusion Machine Operator s Manual Original Language English...

Страница 2: ...oduct and other products could be protected by patents or have patents pending All the latest patent information is available at patent mcelroy com Cancer and Reproductive Harm www P65warnings ca gov...

Страница 3: ...to continuously offer advanced training Course offerings are meant to enhance your efficiency productivity and safety in the proper use of McElroy machines McElroy University classes are structured s...

Страница 4: ...Fulton Street Tulsa Oklahoma 74158 0550 PHONE 918 836 8611 FAX 918 831 9285 EMAIL fusion McElroy com Note Certain repairs warranty work and inquiries may be directed at McElroy s discretion to an aut...

Страница 5: ...nserts 3 1 Load Pipe into Machine 3 2 Insert Facer 3 2 Positioning Pipe in Machine 3 2 Face the Pipe 3 2 Check Alignment of Pipe 3 3 Check Heater Temperature 3 3 Inserting Heater 3 4 Heating the Pipe...

Страница 6: ...n Eyebolt Threads 5 2 Fasteners Must be Tight 5 2 Installing Butt Fusion Heater Plates 5 3 Clean Heater Surfaces 5 3 Adjusting Heater Temperature 5 3 Heater Indicator Light 5 4 Facer and Blades 5 4 Fa...

Страница 7: ...actices IMPORTANT can help you do a better job or make your job easier in some way PELIGRO PELIGRO WR00051 11 30 92 TX00030 12 1 92 Read and Understand Do not operate this equipment until you have car...

Страница 8: ...afe SAFE1ST 1 2 22 92 Wear Safety Equipment Wear a hard hat safety shoes safety glasses and other applicable personal protective equipment Remove jewelry and rings and do not wear loose fitting clothi...

Страница 9: ...ns will result in serious injury or death See Section Facer in the Overview section for instructions on removing brushes from facer motor TX02979 04 02 14 WR00080 4 15 09 PELIGRO Electrical Safety Alw...

Страница 10: ...clean the heater plates TX00104 8 12 94 Fusion Equipment Safety Fusion Procedures Obtain a copy of the pipe manufacturer s procedures or appropriate joining standard for the pipe being fused Follow th...

Страница 11: ...result The principal operations include Clamping The pipe pieces held axially to allow all subsequent operations to take place Facing The pipe ends must be faced to establish clean parallel mating sur...

Страница 12: ...e for fusion The heater has a green indicator light which will flash on and off This indicates that the controller is operating normally If the green indicator is not flashing then the controller may...

Страница 13: ...rushes on the Eibenstock facer motor The armature brushes must be removed from the electric motor when manually operating in an explosive atmosphere Remove the rear cover of the motor Slide the spring...

Страница 14: ...The heater should always be stored in the insulated heater stand for protection of the operator and to minimize heat loss and risk of mechanical damage TX04141 8 3 10 PH04260 7 20 10 Cam Lock A semi...

Страница 15: ...rought up to temperature in a safe environment then unplugged before entering the explosive atmosphere for fusion Install butt fusion heater plates NOTICE The heater should never be used without butt...

Страница 16: ...chieved when the facer stops are bottomed out against the clamps Tighten the pipe clamp knobs by hand until firm resistance is felt Do not over tighten NOTICE Thoroughly clean all dirt and debris from...

Страница 17: ...as reference once the surface temperature has been verified and is never a substitute for actual surface temperature TX04011 4 12 10 WR00077 4 16 93 PH04270 7 20 10 Check Alignment of Pipe Bring the...

Страница 18: ...With heater in position between the pipe ends snap pipe ends sharply against the heater to ensure alignment Follow the pipe manufacturer s recommendations for heating time and pressure Raise the locki...

Страница 19: ...h is required when using the torque wrench adapter There are two torque wrenches that can be used A 1 2 drive 15 torque wrench and a 3 8 drive 13 625 torque wrench Using a torque wrench of a different...

Страница 20: ...nife edge of the upper jaw must be to the interior of the machine The jaws and clamp knobs may need to be reversed to be able to install the jaw in the correct direction Remove any lower inserts from...

Страница 21: ...0 96 Maintenance Cleaning the Machine Clean the machine with a soap and water wash as needed Remove the heater and facer from the spray area before cleaning TX00862 1 30 96 Clean and Lubricate Guide R...

Страница 22: ...an by washing in kerosene or solvent They should be lubricated with light machine oil The knob must be replaced if they become inoperative TX04135 7 27 10 Clean Eyebolt Threads Keep the clamp knob eye...

Страница 23: ...ces The heater faces must be kept clean and free of any plastic build up or contamination Before each fusion joint the heater surfaces must be wiped with a clean non synthetic cloth NOTICE Do not use...

Страница 24: ...he heater has a green indicator light which will flash on and off This indicates that the controller is operating normally If the green indicator is not flashing then the controller may not be operati...

Страница 25: ...able Cam Locks Should the cam locks become worn or damaged they can be replaced The cams are attached to the shaft by a keyhole joint and are held by springs TX02728 6 5 07 PH04282 7 20 10 Maintenance...

Страница 26: ...ts are tight Lever handles are with unit FACER Check cord plug and switch Check for play in blade holder Facer does not wobble when trapped between jaws Blades are in good condition Latch handle locks...

Страница 27: ...e approximately 36 ft lbs Torque FUSION FORCE 36 ft lbs Drag measured in ft lbs TX02482 2 26 14 7 1 Determining Fusion Force Torque Wrench Pit Bull 26 Reading Jaw Axial Force Ft Lb Lb 10 133 20 266 30...

Страница 28: ...16 425mm Length 15 3 8 391mm Height 30 7 16 773mm Weight 50 lbs 22 7Kg Heater 1200 W 120 VAC 60 Hz 1200 W 220 VAC 50 Hz Weight 14 lbs 6 4Kg Facer 0 5HP 7 Amps 120 VAC Running 0 5HP 22 Amps 120 VAC Sta...

Страница 29: ...wheels for transporting your machine to the next site Features Designed for use with the Pit Bull 26 Pit Bull 14 and 2LC fusion machines Compatible with McElroy pipe stands PolyHorse PolyPorter Locks...

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Страница 31: ...his manual is waterproof tear resistant grease resistant abrasion resistant and the bonding quality of the printing ensures a readable durable product The material does not contain any cellulose based...

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