REED PES1 Series User manual

PES1 Safety
PES1IPS #04290
PES1CTS #04292
Safety Considerations
Pressure control situations requiring squeeze-off may involve working in the
vicinity of escaping gas. Consider the possibility and potential hazard of static
electricity and observe safety precautions. Safety precautions regarding static
electricity generally include performing squeeze-off in a separate bellhole remote
from the blowing gas; applying a wet rag/tape to the pipe surface; and spraying
the area with a fine water mist to conduct the static charge to the ground –
grounding the squeeze-off tool*. Check the squeeze-off tool prior to use to assure
it is the correct size; is properly functioning; and is properly adjusted for the
squeeze-off to be done.
* Consider using Reed’s Grounding Accessory (#04619) and Static Discharge Alarm
(#04620).
12/02 54290
ReedManufacturingCo. Phone: [phone] or 814-452-3691
1425 West 8th St. Fax: [phone] or 814-455-1697
Erie, PA 16502 USA www.reedmfgco.com
PES1 Safety
PES1IPS #04290
PES1CTS #04292
Safety Considerations
Pressure control situations requiring squeeze-off may involve working in the
vicinity of escaping gas. Consider the possibility and potential hazard of static
electricity and observe safety precautions. Safety precautions regarding static
electricity generally include performing squeeze-off in a separate bellhole remote
from the blowing gas; applying a wet rag/tape to the pipe surface; and spraying
the area with a fine water mist to conduct the static charge to the ground –
grounding the squeeze-off tool*. Check the squeeze-off tool prior to use to assure
it is the correct size; is properly functioning; and is properly adjusted for the
squeeze-off to be done.
* Consider using Reed’s Grounding Accessory (#04619) and Static Discharge Alarm
(#04620).
12/02 54290
ReedManufacturingCo. Phone: [phone] or 814-452-3691
1425 West 8th St. Fax: [phone] or 814-455-1697
Erie, PA 16502 USA www.reedmfgco.com

PES1 Operating Instructions
PES1IPS #04290
PES1CTS #04292
Capacity: ½” to 1”
1. Follow safety procedures.
2. Determine pipe/tube size and wall thickness. Set
stops for over-squeeze protection.
3. Insert ground probe into moist soil (for gas
applications).
4. Raise the Top Crimp Bar by turning the Feed Screw.
5. Center the squeeze-off tool on and square to pipe.
6. Turn the feed screw to compress the pipe at a slow
rate with momentary pauses to allow stress
relaxation in the pipe to occur. This is particularly
important in cold weather.
7. Squeeze the pipe until flow is controlled or top bar
contacts the stops.
Tool Removal
1. Maintain a release rate of ½ inch per minute to
prevent damage to pipe as recommended by ASTM
F1041.
2. Rotate the tool 90°and re-apply force to re-round
pipe.
3. Inspect squeezed section fordamage before
covering. Procedures should be followed that
prevent squeezing the same area of the pipe again.
12/02 54290
ReedManufacturingCo.
1425 West 8th St.
Erie, PA 16502 USA
Phone: [phone] or 814-452-3691
Fax: [phone] or 814-455-1697
www.reedmfgco.com
Capacity: ½” to 1”
1. Follow safety procedures.
2. Determine pipe/tube size and wall thickness. Set
stops for over-squeeze protection.
3. Insert ground probe into moist soil (for gas
applications).
4. Raise the Top Crimp Bar by turning the Feed Screw.
5. Center the squeeze-off tool on and square to pipe
6. Turn the feed screw to compress the pipe at a slow
rate with momentary pauses to allow stress
relaxation in the pipe to occur. This is particularly
important in cold weather.
7. Squeeze the pipe until flow is controlled or top bar
contacts the stops.
PES1 Operating Instructions
PES1IPS #04290
PES1CTS #04292
Tool Removal
1. Maintain a release rate of ½ inch per minute to
prevent damage to pipe as recommended by ASTM
F1041.
2. Rotate the tool 90°and re-apply force to re-round
pipe.
3. Inspect squeezed section for damage before
covering. Procedures should be followed that
prevent squeezing the same area of the pipe again.
12/02 54290
ReedManufacturingCo.
1425 West 8th St.
Erie, PA 16502 USA
Phone: [phone] or 814-452-3691
Fax: [phone] or 814-455-1697
www.reedmfgco.com