GF PSO 701 User manual

Instruction manual
GF Piping Systems
PSO 701
Butt Fusion Machine

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Operatinginstructions PSO701 Table of contents
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Table of contents
Page
1
About this manual
1
1.1 Warning notice
1
1.2 Other symbols and notices
2
1.3 Abbreviations
2
2
Safety instructions
3
2.1 Proper use
3
2.2 General safety measures
3
2.3 Working with safety in mind
3
2.4 Disposal
4
3
General
5
3.1 Introduction
5
3.2 Range of application
5
3.3 Copyright
5
4
Product design, equipment
6
4.1 Design
6
4.2 Standard equipment
7
5
Technical specifications
8
5.1 Characteristicdata
8
6
Transport and assembly
9
6.1 Packaging
9
6.2 Sensitivity
9
6.3 Intermediate storage
9
6.4 Scope ofdelivery
9
6.5 Assembly
10
7
Fusion preparation
11
7.1 General information
11
7.2 Preparations
11
8
Fusion
12
8.1 The basics of butt fusion
12
8.2 The fusion process
13
8.2.1 Preparing the fusion surfaces
13
8.2.2 Fusion process
15
8.3 Visual check ofweldingbead
17
8.4 Example
17
8.5 Fusion data
18
9
Maintenance
26
9.1 Replacement of worn parts
26
10
Customer Service
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Operatinginstructions PSO701 1 About thismanual
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1 About this manual
The warningnotices,symbolsand their meanings as used in this manual
are explained below to help you quickly understand the format of this
instruction manual and how to use the machine safely.
1.1 Warningnotice
Warningnoticesareused in thismanual to inform you of possible injuries
or damage to property. Please read them and always abide by these
warnings!
Symbol
Meaning
Warningsarealwaysstructuredin thesamemanner:
•Warning symbol
•Type and source of danger
•Possible consequences, explanationofdanger
•Prohibited (ifapplicable)(symbol: )
•Ways to prevent the danger(symbol: )
Danger
Imminent accute danger!
Failure to comply could result in death or extremely
serious injury.
Warning
Possible accute danger!
Failure to comply could result in serious injury.
Caution
Dangerous situation!
Failure
to comply could lead to injury or damage to
property.

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1.2 Othersymbolsandnotices
Symbol
Meaning
Mandatory: you must observe this regulation.
1.
Call for action in a particular sequence. You must do
something here.

Single call for action. You must do something here.

Call for action under certain circumstances. You must do
something here if the condition beforehand has been
fulfilled.
1.3 Abbreviations
Abbr.
Meaning
PSO 701
Portable butt fusion machine d 40–160 mm
PE
High Density Polyethylen
PE
Polyethylen
PP
Polypropylen
PTFE
Polytetrafluorethylen
d
Pipe outer diameter
Important
Attention
This notice contains especially important information.

Operatinginstructions PSO701 2 Safety instructions
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2 Safety instructions
The PSO 701 Butt Fusion Machine (hereinafter referred to as PSO 701) is
designed according to the latest standards of technology. Using it for
purposesotherthan thosedescribed in this manual may cause injury to
the operator or to others. It may also cause damage to the machine or
other equipment.
Any person in the company, who is involved in the assembly,
disassembly, reassembly, installation, operation or maintenance
(inspection, maintenance work, repair work) of the PSO 701, must have
read and understoodthecomplete instruction manual,andin particular
Section 1 on “Safety instructions”.
It is recommended that the user has this confirmed in writing.
Thus:
•The machine should only be used when in perfect workingorder.
•Always follow the safety instructions.
•Complete documentation should be kept in the vicinity of the
machine.
2.1 Proper use
The PSO 701 should be used exclusively for butt fusion.
2.2 Generalsafetymeasures
•Use only thematerialsanddimensionsspecified in thismanual. Other
materials may only be used after consulting Georg Fischer Omicron
after-sales service.
•Use only original GeorgFischer Omicron spare parts and equipment.
•Inspect the PSO 701 daily forvisiblesignsof damage or defects. Have
damage or defects repaired immediately.
•Any work on the electrical equipment may only be done by a
specialist.
2.3 Workingwith safetyin mind
“Make your contribution to safety in the workplace."
•Report any deviations from normal operation immediately to the
person in charge.
•Always keep safety in mind while working.
For yourown personal safety aswell asforthesafeand optimal handling
of the machine, the PSO 701 must be installed correctly.

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Danger of cutting hands!
The planer blades are sharp!
Danger of cutting handson the planer disk.
Do not touch the rotating planer disk.
Danger of burning!
The heater is hot (220 °C)!
Danger of burning hands on the hot heater.
Do not touch the heater when on.
Use the handles on the heater.
2.4 Disposal
•Shavings should be disposed of properly.
Observe all the regulations, standardsand guidelines applicable in your
country.
Separate collection of electronic and electrical waste (from the
equipment) has to be ensured through appropriate systems
Note:
The here below symbol indicating separate collection for electrical and
electronic equipment according to 2002/96/CE WEEE directive (Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment).
Warning
Warning

Operatinginstructions PSO701 3 General
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3 General
3.1 Introduction
This instruction manual was written for those persons responsible for the
operation and care of the PSO 701. It is expected and assumed that
such personshaveread,understoodandwill abide by the manual in its
entirety.
Only with theknowledge contained in thismanual canfaults on the PSO
701 be prevented and trouble-free operation be ensured. It is therefore
imperative that the responsible persons are familiar with this manual.
We recommend that this manual be read carefully prior to putting the
machine in operation, as we are not liable for any damage or
interruptions in operation resulting from failure to comply with this
manual.
Should problems nevertheless arise, please contact the nearest Georg
Fischer Omicron s.r.l representative.
This manual applies only to the PSO 701.
We reserve the right to make the technical changes necessary to
improvethe PSO701 which may result in deviations from the illustrations
and information contained in this manual.
3.2 Range ofapplication
The PSO 701 is designed exclusively
•for the fusion of plastic pipes and fittings
in thedimension ranged 40–160 mm. Any otheruseisnot authorized. The
manufacturer cannot be held liable for damages resulting from
unauthorized use; the user bears sole responsibility.
3.3 Copyright
The copyright for this instruction manual is held by
Georg Fischer Omicron S.r.l..
This instruction manual is intended for assembly, operation and
maintenance personnel. No part of the technical regulations or
illustrations contained herein may be reproduced or distributed in any
form, used illicitly for competitive purposes or passed on to others.
GeorgFischer Omicron S.r.l
Via E. Fermi, 12 - 35030 Caselle di Selvazzano
Padova (Italy)
Telephone [phone]
Fax [phone]

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4 Product design, equipment
4.1 Design
1 Pressurelever
2 Heater
3 Planer
4 Woodencase
5 Slidestop
6 Pipe support
7 Basic machine
8 Clampingplatesleft/right
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4.2 Standardequipment
•Basic machine
–Compact and sturdy design
–Hardened, chrome plated guide shaft
–Wooden case – for transportation and protection of machine as
well as for erconomically correct working position
–Exact pressure adjustment via direct manual load transfer
•Planer
–Optimized cutting geometry for even and chatter – free planing
–Powerful electric motor, can be swiveled in and out, for single or
double – sided facing of pipe ends
•Heater
–Can be used as manual fusion device
–Thermostatic variable temperature control
–Non-stick PTFE -coated
•Additional standard equipment on the basic model
–V -shaped pipe supports d 40–140 mm for support of fittings
–Reduction clamping inserts 40–140 mm
–Sturdy base clampingplates, right andleft d 160 mmfor pipe/fitting
joints and 45° Y-fittings