OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL TM-PFT510 PFT510 BATTERY-POWERED VIC-PRESS™ TOOL FOR VIC-PRESS SCHEDULE 10S SYSTEM PRODUCTS Vic-Press SCHEDULE 10S SYSTEM PRODUCTS ™ WARNING WARNING Failure to follow instructions and warnings could result in serious personal injury, property damage, and/or product damage. • Before operating or servicing the PFT510 Vic-Press Schedule 10S Tool read all instructions in this manual and all warning labels on the tool.
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL TM-PFT510 INDEX HAZARD IDENTIFICATION Hazard Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Definitions for identifying the various hazard levels are p rovided below. Operator Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of personal injury. Carefully read and fully understand the message that follows. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . .
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Use of this tool requires dexterity and mechanical skills, as well as sound safety habits. Although this tool is manufactured for safe, dependable operation, it is impossible to anticipate all combinations of circumstances that could result in an accident. The following instructions are recommended for safe operation of this tool.
TM-PFT510 OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL 18. DO NOT ALTER THE PFT510 VIC-PRESS SCHEDULE 10S TOOL OR JAWS IN ANY WAY. Alterations to any tool components may result in improper product installation and will void the Victaulic warranty. 19. Store tools in a dry, secure area when not in use. 20. Use only rechargeable batteries and battery chargers supplied or authorized by Victaulic. 21. Keep the battery away from metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another.
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL TM-PFT510 RECEIVING THE TOOL The PFT510 tool, Vic-Press jaws, battery charger, and batteries are shipped in sturdy storage containers. Upon receipt of the tool, make sure all necessary parts are included. If any parts are missing, contact Victaulic. CONTENTS OF TOOL CASE CONTENTS OF ACCESSORY CASE TOOL CASE Qty. Description 2 PFT510 Vic-Press Schedule 10S Tool Standard Vic-Press Jaws for 1/2-inch/21.3-mm, 3/4-inch/26.9-mm, and 1-inch/33.
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL TM-PFT510 USING THE DOLLY TO TRANSPORT THE TOOL OR ACCESSORY CASE Due to the weight of the tool and accessory cases, a dolly is provided for ease of transportation. To install the dolly onto the back of the tool or accessory case: 3. Raise the handle to allow for ease of rolling the case. 1. Engage the upper bracket of the dolly with the upper bar on the back of the tool or accessory case, as shown above.
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL BATTERY AND BATTERY CHARGER INFORMATION DANGER • Make sure the voltage on the battery charger’s label matches the voltage of the electrical source. TM-PFT510 1b. When a battery is inserted into the battery charger, the red indicator light will illuminate. After approximately 25 minutes, the indicator light will change from red to green, which is a notification that the battery is charged completely.
TM-PFT510 OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENTS FOR CHARGING BATTERIES APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF PRESSES WITH A FULLY-CHARGED BATTERY Do not charge batteries at ambient temperatures less than 50° F/10° C or greater than 104° F/ 40° C. The following table lists the approximate amount of presses, according to pipe size, that can be expected from a fully-charged battery. NOTE: The amount of presses may vary with pipe properties, age of the batteries, etc.
TM-PFT510 OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL TOOL NOMENCLATURE NOTICE • Drawings and/or pictures in this manual may be exaggerated for clarity. • The tool, along with this operating and maintenance instructions manual, contains trademarks, copyrights, and/or patented features that are the exclusive property of Victaulic.
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL TOOL SETUP TM-PFT510 1. 1. Insert the charged battery into the tool until it locks into position with an audible click. 2. Reset Button 2. Installation of the standard Vic-Press jaw or Vic-Press adapter jaw is possible only when the drive rollers are retracted sufficiently. If necessary, press the reset button until the drive rollers are retracted. CAUTION • Use caution when releasing the locking pin. The locking pin is under springloaded pressure.
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL 5. The red sliding collar must be adjusted to the proper operating position for the jaw size to be used. NOTE: If necessary, press the trigger to move the rollers forward if the red sliding collar does not engage in the proper operating position. TM-PFT510 Button Must Engage with Hole in Red Sliding Collar Red Sliding Collar Red Sliding Collar The position shown above (red sliding collar engaged in the upper/forward position) must be used for 1/2-inch/21.
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL TM-PFT510 CAUTION • Keep fingers away from the locking pin/ locking pin spring pinch point. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury. 7a. Push the locking pin fully into the tool until it clicks. CAUTION • Make sure the locking pin is fully engaged in the tool before attempting to perform the pressing operation. The tool will not operate correctly if the locking pin is not fully engaged, resulting in tool damage. www.victaulic.
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL TM-PFT510 PRESSING OPERATION FOR 1/2-INCH/21.3-MM, 3/4-INCH/ 26.9-MM, AND 1-INCH/33.7-MM SIZES WARNING • Before operating the PFT510 Vic-Press Schedule 10S Tool, read the I-P500 Field Installation Handbook, and follow all instructions in the previous sections of this manual. • Wear hardhat, safety glasses, foot protection, and hearing protection. 2. Open the standard Vic-Press jaw by squeezing the levers.
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL TM-PFT510 Pipe Insertion Mark Seal Pocket Bead of Fitting Vic-Press Jaw Cavity 4. While positioning the standard Vic-Press jaw, make sure the pipe remains inserted fully in the fitting and that the Vic-Press jaw cavity aligns/ engages with the seal pocket bead of the fitting, as shown above. The end of the fitting must be flush with the pipe insertion mark. Always refer to the I-P500 Field Installation Handbook for pipe preparation and marking requirements.
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL TM-PFT510 PRESSING OPERATION FOR 1 1/2-INCH/48.3-MM AND 2-INCH/60.3-MM SIZES Vic-Press Ring Size WARNING Pipe Side Locator of Vic-Press Ring • Before operating the PFT510 Vic-Press Schedule 10S Tool, read the I-P500 Field Installation Handbook, and follow all instructions in the previous sections of this manual. • Wear hardhat, safety glasses, foot protection, and hearing protection.
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL TM-PFT510 4. Wrap the Vic-Press ring around the fitting so that the Vic-Press ring cavity aligns/engages with the seal pocket bead of the fitting. NOTE: The Vic-Press ring can be installed only one way, with the “pipe side” locator over the pipe. If the “pipe side” locator is positioned toward the middle of the fitting, the Vic-Press ring will not close. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE “PIPE SIDE” LOCATOR FROM THE VICPRESS RING.
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL TM-PFT510 7a. While positioning the standard Vic-Press adapter jaw and Vic-Press ring, make sure the pipe remains inserted fully in the fitting. The end of the fitting must be flush with the pipe mark. Always refer to the I-P500 Field Installation Handbook for pipe preparation and marking requirements.
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL TM-PFT510 8c. After the pressing operation is complete, release the Vic-Press adapter jaw from the VicPress ring by squeezing the levers. Remove the tool from the Vic-Press ring. 8d. Remove the Vic-Press ring from the fitting by pulling the latching pin out until it disengages the Vic-Press ring arm, as shown in Step 3 of this section. www.victaulic.com VICTAULIC IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF VICTAULIC COMPANY.
TM-PFT510 OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL STANDARD VIC-PRESS JAW OR VIC-PRESS ADAPTER JAW REMOVAL WARNING • Use caution when releasing the locking pin. The locking pin is under springloaded pressure. • To prevent damage, do not drop the standard Vic-Press jaw/Vic-Press adapter jaw. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious personal injury. 1. 2. 1. 2. 1. Release the locking pin by pushing in and turning counterclockwise. Use caution when releasing the locking pin.
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL WARNING • Wear safety glasses when working with compressed air to prevent debris from entering eyes. TM-PFT510 DO NOT use cleaning solvents, turpentine, paint thinners, etc. to clean plastic parts. DO NOT immerse the tool in liquid. Failure to follow this instruction could result in serious personal injury. 5. Remove deposits from the pressing cavities of the standard Vic-Press jaws with a wire brush. 2.
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL TM-PFT510 Battery and Battery Charger Maintenance NOTICE • Damaged batteries and/or battery chargers should be replaced immediately. • Do not dispose of batteries with normal domestic waste. Batteries must be disposed of properly, in accordance with local environmental requirements. 1. Remove the battery from the battery charger and disconnect the battery charger from the AC power source before attempting to perform any maintenance. 2.
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL TM-PFT510 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Tool does not operate. Tool does not finish the pressing operation. Vic-Press jaw does not close completely. During the pressing operation, a ridge is created on the fitting. POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The rechargeable battery is faulty or has completely lost its charge. Replace the battery with a new, fully-charged battery of the same voltage (supplied by Victaulic). The tool is faulty or has been damaged.
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL TM-PFT510 INDICATOR LIGHTS/SOUNDS OCCURS 20 Seconds 2 Times 20 Sec/2 Hz 20 Sec/5 Hz CAUSE OR RESULT After working cycle Low battery After inserting the battery Self check After working cycle Return tool to Victaulic for servicing During working cycle Temperature limit has been exceeded After working cycle Return tool to Victaulic for servicing After working cycle The required pressure has not been reached due to the operator interrupting the p
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OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL TM-PFT510 PFT510 BATTERY-POWERED VIC-PRESS™ TOOL FOR VIC-PRESS SCHEDULE 10S SYSTEM PRODUCTS For complete contact information, visit www.victaulic.com TM-PFT510 6230 REV D UPDATED 10/2012 RM00PFT510 VICTAULIC IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF VICTAULIC COMPANY. © 2012 VICTAULIC COMPANY. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. PRINTED IN THE USA.
