Viega MegaPress XL System
Installation Manual
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Страница 1: ...Viega MegaPress XL System Installation Manual The global leader in plumbing heating and pipe joining systems ...
Страница 2: ...des more control at less cost and gives pipefitters the smart reliable connection they need to stay ahead Simply put if MegaPress XL isn t part of your toolbox you re putting yourself behind Do more with Viega Viega press technology is consistent and reliable providing the same quality pipe connections every time Viega press systems make secure connections in less than seven seconds which helps ke...
Страница 3: ...irements for the press fitting process in front of and behind components 9 3 4 3 Pressing with ring and actuator in tight quarters 9 3 5 Welding requirements 10 3 5 1 Welding adjacent to Viega MegaPress XL fittings 10 3 5 2 Welding in line with Viega MegaPress XL fittings 10 3 6 General installation requirements 10 3 6 1 Expansion 10 3 6 2 Electrical bonding 10 3 6 3 Piping exposed to freezing tem...
Страница 4: ...C National standard plumbing code NFPA 13 13D and 13R 1 1 3 Operating parameters Operating temperatures 14 F to 284 F can handle temperature spikes up to 356 F Operating pressure 200 psi max Note All systems must be installed per local code requirements 1 2 Fitting description Viega MegaPress XL fittings are constructed of carbon steel with a corrosion resistant zinc nickel coating Viega MegaPress...
Страница 5: ...a special purpose elastomer typically installed where higher temperatures are required FKM a fluoroelastomer is dull black in color It possesses excellent resistance to aging ozone sunlight weathering environmental influences oils and petroleum based additives Its superb resistance to high temperatures and petroleum based additives makes it ideal for seals and gaskets in solar district heating low...
Страница 6: ...0 psi 250 F Fuel Oil 200 psi 200 F Hydraulic Oil 200 psi 200 F Gases Compressed Air Oil Concentrate 25mg m3 200 psi Up to 140 F Vacuum Max 29 2 in Hg Up to 140 F Oxygen Nonmedical Keep oil and fat free nonliquid 140 psi Up to 140 F Nitrogen 200 psi Up to 140 F Argon 200 psi Up to 140 F Carbon Dioxide 200 psi Up to 140 F 1 Consult the Viega Technical Support Department for information on applicatio...
Страница 7: ...ool Company For more information contact Ridge Tool Company at 1 888 743 4333 or visit www RIDGID com 2 2 Pressing tools The following RIDGID pressing tools are available for the Viega MegaPress XL pressing system RP 340 B Battery Powered Press Tool RP 330 B Battery Powered Press Tool RP 330 C Corded Press Tool Viega 26200 PressBooster with 2 MegaPress XL ring Viega 26201 PressBooster 3 and 4 Mega...
Страница 8: ...urred internally and externally The pipe end shall be prepped to the proper insertion depth See Table 3 1 To avoid leak paths engraved or stamped pipe shall not be used with the Viega MegaPress XL fitting system Engraving or stamping shall not be removed through use of a grinder or other tool Viega MegaPress XL sealing elements separator rings and grip rings are to be visually inspected prior to i...
Страница 9: ...ols RIDGID RP 330 B 330 C and 340 B Press Tool in 2 to 4 Table 3 4 Figure 3 2 3 4 3 Pressing with ring and actuator in tight quarters 3 4 Pressing requirements The following requirements must be considered when pressing Viega MegaPress XL fittings 3 4 1 Minimum distance between fittings Space between fittings must be provided for the proper operation of the press jaw or press ring Refer to chart b...
Страница 10: ...r mechanical expansion compensators may be used to alleviate these stresses 3 6 2 Electrical bonding When properly installed Viega MegaPress XL fittings comply with Section 1211 15 Electrical Bonding and Grounding of the Uniform Plumbing Code and Section 310 of the International Fuel Gas Code The mechanical press provides continuous metal to metal contact between fitting and pipe The press ensures...
Страница 11: ...r a consistent leak free joint every time and is a result of the pressing technique The pressing process can cause deflection angular misalignment to occur Deflection while pressing can be minimized by utilizing the installation practices below Alternate sides for presses Press one end of fitting Make 2nd press on other end of fitting from opposite side Site conditions prevail Push Pull Method Rin...
Страница 12: ...sides for each press The natural weight of the piping plus pressing on opposite sides at a 45 should adequately eliminate deflection This technique can also be used for any horizontal piping and also when working above the piping The press tool ram can be feathered by the trigger as needed to permit applying pulling or pushing force to control deflection As long as the pipe is properly prepped and...
Страница 13: ...IM MP 599345 0718 MegaPress XL EN 13 3 9 Viega MegaPress XL fitting system installation Insertion Depth d in d mm 2 113 16 46 3 25 16 59 4 3 80 1 2 3 6 9 4 7 8 10 x2 3 11 5 ...
Страница 14: ...repairs Only if the warranty applies will Viega be responsible for the remedy under this warranty The part or parts which you claim failed should be kept and Viega contacted by writing to the address on the back cover of this installation manual or telephoning 1 800 976 9819 within thirty 30 calendar days after the leak or other failure and identifying yourself as having a warranty claim You shoul...
Страница 15: ... kept and Viega contacted by writing to Viega Limited Warranty for Industrial Applications Industrial applications are defined as non residential and non commercial applications not normally accessible to the general public including manufacturing mining process or fabrication environments the address below or telephoning 1 800 976 9819 within thirty 30 calendar days after the leak or other failur...
Страница 16: ...Connect ManaBloc GeoFusion FostaPEX Radiant Wizard Climate Panel and Climate Mat are registered trademarks of Viega GmbH Co KG Climate Track SmartLoop and Viega Eco Plus are registered trademarks of Viega Holding GmbH Co Zero Lead and PolyAlloy are trademarks of Viega LLC Eco Brass is a registered trademark of Mitsubishi Shindoh Co LTD RIDGID is a registered trademark of RIDGID Inc LoopCAD is a re...