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VE106 Groove-N-Go Tool
GROOVE DIAMETER STOP
ADJUSTMENT
The groove diameter stop must be adjusted
for each pipe/tubing size or change in wall
thickness. The groove diameter, which is
identified as the “C” dimension, is listed under
the "Roll Groove Specifications" section, start-
ing on page 31. In addition, a label is affixed
to the tool, which lists the “C” dimensions.
To achieve the proper diameter:
1.
Determine the diameter and thickness of
the pipe/tubing to be grooved.
2.
Using the
3
/
8
-inch square-drive ratchet
(provided), retract (turn counter-clockwise)
the feed screw/upper roll until the pipe/tubing
can be slipped completely over the lower roll.
2a.
Back off the groove-diameter stop by
loosening the clamping screw with the
supplied
3
/
16
-inch hex key allen
wrench. Turn the groove-diameter
stop counter-clockwise several turns.
3.
Insert a length of pipe/tubing that is the
correct size and thickness onto the lower roll.
NOTICE
• To perform the following adjustments, use several
short, scrap sections of pipe/tubing that are the
proper material, diameter, and thickness to be
grooved. Make sure the scrap sections meet the
length requirements listed in Table 1 – Pipe/Tubing
Lengths suitable for grooving on page 10.
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