REED PES6H User manual

OVER-
SQUEEZE
PROTECTION
STOP
SADDLE
CLAMPS
PES6H Operating Instructions
Phone: [phone] or 814-452-3691
Fax: [phone] or 814-455-1697
www.reedmfgco.com
Reed Manufacturing Company
1425 West 8th Street
Erie, PA 16502 USA
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 ne 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.
Prior To Use
Gas service: Connect Reed’s #04619 Grounding Accessory and #04620 Static
Discharge Alarm.
*Reed strongly recommends use of the PEGR Grounding Accessory (#04619) with PE Squeeze-Off
Tools. Use a grounding accessory as a precaution against static build-up. Dissipate the charge and
minimize the possibility of ignition.
Additional information on static electricity is available in the A.G.A. Plastic Pipe Manual for
Gas Service, Copyright 2006.
Polyethylene Squeeze-Off Tool - 6" Hydraulic
Capacity: 3" - 6"
1210 #54311
Cat. No. PES6H Item Code: #04312
PUMP
RESERVOIR
VALVE
TIE ROD END
OVER-
SQUEEZE
PROTECTION
STOP
SADDLE
CLAMPS
PES6H Operating Instructions
Phone: [phone] or 814-452-3691
Fax: [phone] or 814-455-1697
www.reedmfgco.com
Reed Manufacturing Company
1425 West 8th Street
Erie, PA 16502 USA
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 ne 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.
Prior To Use
Gas service: Connect Reed’s #04619 Grounding Accessory and #04620 Static
Discharge Alarm.
*Reed strongly recommends use of the PEGR Grounding Accessory (#04619) with PE Squeeze-Off
Tools. Use a grounding accessory as a precaution against static build-up. Dissipate the charge and
minimize the possibility of ignition.
Additional information on static electricity is available in the A.G.A. Plastic Pipe Manual for
Gas Service, Copyright 2006.
Polyethylene Squeeze-Off Tool - 6" Hydraulic
Capacity: 3" - 6"
1210 #54311
Cat. No. PES6H Item Code: #04312
PUMP
RESERVOIR
VALVE
TIE ROD END

Squeezing PE pipe
1. Verify pump reservoir valve is shut.
2. Insert ground probe from #04619 Grounding Accessory into
moist soil, attach to bottom bar.
3. Lift and swing bottom bar.
4. Select and position stops based on pipe diameter and SDR.
5. Pump using handle to raise pressure. Pause momentarily to allow stress relaxation in the pipe. Continue pumping until stops
contact bottom bar.
6. Use saddle clamps after reaching approximately 1 inch between stops and bottom bar. Tighten down on nuts pulling both saddle
clamps down.
Releasing PE pipe
1. Loosen saddle clamps and remove.
2. Open pump reservoir valve slightly. Shut valve as necessary to maintain desired retraction rate.
CAUTION: Retracting tool too fast can damage pipe.
3. Once the retraction slows to well below the maximum rate, tip the tool forward (or backward) so the tool’s weight aids retraction.
a. By supporting the bottom bar approximately 2" above the oor of the pit, the tool weight will retract ram and allow swinging the
bottom bar clear of the pipe. Avoid supporting the bottom bar under the Tie Rod Ends, as that prevents the bottom from
clearing the Tie Rod Ends.
4. Continue allowing the ram to retract until 2" or so of clearance exists between the pipe and the ram, or until bottom bar clears the
Tie Rod Ends.
5. Tap bottom bar up and swing bar clear of pipe.
6. Remove ground probe and tool.
PES6H Operating Instructions
#04619
Grounding
Accessory
(optional)
1210 #54311
#04620
Static Discharge Alarm
Squeezing PE pipe
1. Verify pump reservoir valve is shut.
2. Insert ground probe from #04619 Grounding Accessory into
moist soil, attach to bottom bar.
3. Lift and swing bottom bar.
4. Select and position stops based on pipe diameter and SDR.
5. Pump using handle to raise pressure. Pause momentarily to allow stress relaxation in the pipe. Continue pumping until stops
contact bottom bar.
6. Use saddle clamps after reaching approximately 1 inch between stops and bottom bar. Tighten down on nuts pulling both saddle
clamps down.
Releasing PE pipe
1. Loosen saddle clamps and remove.
2. Open pump reservoir valve slightly. Shut valve as necessary to maintain desired retraction rate.
CAUTION: Retracting tool too fast can damage pipe.
3. Once the retraction slows to well below the maximum rate, tip the tool forward (or backward) so the tool’s weight aids retraction.
a. By supporting the bottom bar approximately 2" above the oor of the pit, the tool weight will retract ram and allow swinging the
bottom bar clear of the pipe. Avoid supporting the bottom bar under the Tie Rod Ends, as that prevents the bottom from
clearing the Tie Rod Ends.
4. Continue allowing the ram to retract until 2" or so of clearance exists between the pipe and the ram, or until bottom bar clears the
Tie Rod Ends.
5. Tap bottom bar up and swing bar clear of pipe.
6. Remove ground probe and tool.
PES6H Operating Instructions
#04619
Grounding
Accessory
(optional)
1210 #54311
#04620
Static Discharge Alarm