Victaulic VE414 Manual

Operating and
Maintenance
Instructions
Manual
VE414
Pipe Roll Grooving Tool
Failure to follow Instructions and warnings can result in serious personal injury.
• Before installing, operating, or servicing this tool, read this Manual and all
warning labels on the tool.
• Always wear safety glasses and foot protection.
If you need additional copies of the manual or have any questions about the safe
operation of this tool, contact Victaulic Tool Company, P.O. Box 31, Easton, PA
18044-0031, Phone: [phone].
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Read this First – Hazard Identification
Definitions for identifying the various hazard levels shown on warning labels or to indicate proper
safety procedures in this Manual are provided below.
This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages on warning labels and in
this manual. When you see this symbol be alert to the possibility of personal injury and
carefully read and fully understand the message that follows.
The use of the word “DANGER” always signifies an
immediate hazard with a likelihood of serious
personal injury or death if instructions, including
recommended precautions, are not followed.
The use of the word “WARNING” signifies the
presence of hazards or unsafe practices which could
result in serious personal injury or death if
instructions, including recommended precautions, are
not followed.
The use of the word “CAUTION” signifies possible
hazards or unsafe practices which could result in
minor personal injury, product or property damage if
instructions, including precautions, are not followed.
NOTICE
The use of the word “NOTICE” signifies special
instructions which are important but not related to
hazards.
INDEX
Hazard Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Operator Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Tool Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Operating Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Tool Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Tool Nomenclature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Receiving Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Container Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Tool Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Power Hook-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Pre-Operation Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Grooving Rolls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Pipe Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Groovable Pipe Lengths. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Roll Guard Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Pipe Stabilizer Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Groove Diameter Stop Adjustment/
Selector Valve Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Adjusting the Ram Speed
Control Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Grooving Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Roll Changing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Installation and Removal
of Slide Spacer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Roll Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Roll Installation 2 - 3 ¹⁄₂ " . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Roll Installation 4 - 16". . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Copper Roll Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Hydraulic Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Gear Reducer Oil Level Check . . . . . . . . . 27
Recommended Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Parts Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Adjustable Pipe Stands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Optional Rolls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Electrical Schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Tool Rating and Roll Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Standard and “ES” Rolls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Rolls for Stainless Steel (RX Rolls) . . . . . . 34
Rolls for Copper Tubing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Roll Groove Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Steel Pipe and All Materials Grooved
with Standard and RX Rolls . . . . . . . . . 35
Drawn Copper Tubing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Steel Pipe and All Materials Grooved
with “ES” Rolls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Seamless and Welded Steel Pipe . . . . . . . 39
Drawn Copper Tubing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Facilities Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .BC

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OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This tool is designed only for roll grooving pipe. To accomplish this function requires some dexterity
and mechanical skills, as well as sound safety habits. Although this tool is manufactured for safe
dependable operation, it is impossible to anticipate those combinations of circumstances which
could result in an accident. The following instructions are recommended for safe operation of the
tool. The operator is cautioned to always practice "Safety First" during each phase of use, including
setup and maintenance of this unit. It is the responsibility of the owner, lessee or user of
this tool to ensure that all operators receive, read and understand this manual and are
fully trained to operate this tool.
GENERAL
1. Read and understand this Manual before operating or performing maintenance on this tool.
Become familiar with the tool’s operations, applications and limitations. Be particularly aware of its
specific hazards. Store this manual in a clean area and always at a readily available location. Additional
copies at no charge are available upon request by writing or phoning the Victaulic Tool Company.
2. Use only recommended accessories. Use of improper accessories may be hazardous. See Accessories
on page 29.
3.
This tool is designed ONLY for roll grooving of pipe sizes, materials and wall thicknesses
outlined under Tool Rating and Roll Selection, pages 33 and 34.
TOOL SETUP
1.
Ground the drive motor. Be sure the drive motor is connected to an internally grounded electrical
system.
2.
Avoid dangerous environments. Don't use the machine in damp or wet locations. Don't use the tool
on sloped or uneven ground or floor. Keep work area well illuminated. Allow sufficient space to operate tool
and accessories properly and for others to pass safely.
3.
Prevent back injury. During tool setup, a lift must be used to handle and position tool.
OPERATING TOOL
1.
Inspect the equipment. Prior to starting the tool, check the movable parts for any obstructions. Be sure
that guards and tool parts are properly installed and adjusted.
2.
Prevent accidental startings. Place power switch in the “OFF” position prior to connecting electrical
power.
3.
Operate tool from control station side only. The tool must be operated with the safety foot switch
control located for easy operator access. Never reach across moving parts or material being worked on.
Foot switch should always be accessible to operator.
4.
Keep hands away from grooving rolls and stabilizer wheel during grooving operation.
Grooving rolls can crush or cut fingers and hands.
5.
Never reach inside pipe ends during operation.
6.
Do not over-reach. Keep your proper footing and balance at all times. Be sure you can reach foot switch
safely at all times. Do not reach across tool or pipe. Keep hands and loose tools away from moving parts.
7.
Wear safety glasses and footwear.
8.
Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas, benches and slippery floors invite accidents.
9.
Wear ear protection if exposed to long periods of very noisy shop operations.
10.
Keep visitors away. All visitors should be kept a safe distance from the work area.
11.
Keep alert. Do not operate tool if ill or drowsy from medication or fatigue. Avoid horseplay around tool
and keep bystanders a safe distance from tool and pipe being grooved.
12.
Wear proper apparel. Never wear loose clothing (unbuttoned jackets or loose sleeve cuffs) loose gloves
or jewelry that can get caught in moving parts.
13.
Do not force tool. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
14.
Secure work, machine and accessories. Make sure machine is stable. See “Tool Setup” for securing
machine to floor or platform.
15. Support work. Support long pipe with a pipe stand secured to the floor or ground.
16.
Do not misuse tool. Perform only the functions for which the tool is designed. Do not overload the tool.
TOOL MAINTENANCE
1.
Disconnect electrical power prior to servicing. Repair should be attempted only by authorized
personnel. Always disconnect power before servicing or making adjustments.
2. Maintain tool in top condition. Keep tool clean for best and safest performance. Follow lubricating
instructions.
3. Use only genuine Victaulic replacement parts to ensure proper and safe function of the tool.

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INTRODUCTION
The Victaulic
®
Vic-Easy
®
Series VE414 is a fully motorized, semi-automatic hydraulic feed tool for
roll grooving pipe to prepare it to receive Victaulic grooved pipe couplings. The VE414 is designed to
roll groove pipe of various materials and wall thicknesses (see Tool Rating and Roll Selection charts
on pages 33 and 34).
This tool and manual contains trademarks, copyrights and/or patented features which are the exclu-
sive property of Victaulic Company of America.
POWER REQUIREMENTS
VE414 is designed to operate on 220/440 volt, 3 phase, 60 Hertz power supply. The tool is shipped
with wiring set for 220 volt operation unless otherwise specified on the order. To re-wire for 440 volt
service refer to the Electrical Schematic on page 32 and the name plate data on the drive motor
name plate. The 220 volt service requires a minimum of 20 amp circuit protection. VE414 compo-
nents are all grounded to the tool frame. Be certain frame is properly grounded. For other voltages
and frequencies, contact the Victaulic Tool Company.
NOTICE
Drawings and/or pictures in this manual may be exaggerated for clarity.
• This tool should only be used for roll grooving pipe designated in the Tool Rating and Roll Selection charts on pages
33 and 34.
Use of the tool for other purposes or exceeding the pipe thickness maximums will overload the tool, shorten tool life
and may cause tool damage.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, check the electrical source for proper grounding.
• Before performing any repair or maintenance, disconnect the tool from the electrical source.
Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury or death.

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TOOL NOMENCLATURE
Failure to follow instructions
and warnings can result in
serious personal injury.
• Before installing, operating or 
servicing this tool, read and 
understand the Operating 
Instructions and all warning 
labels on this tool.
• Always wear safety glasses and foot protection.
If you have any questions about the safe operation of this tool, contact 
Victaulic Tool Company, P.O. Box 31, Easton, PA 18044-0031, 
Phone: [phone].
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GROOVE DIAMETER
MADE IN U.S.A.
3/98 2271 Rev. A
Grooving rolls can crush or cut
fingers and hands.
• Keep hands away from grooving rolls
and stabilizer wheel.
• Never reach inside pipe end or across
the tool or pipe during operation.
• Never manually groove pipe shorter than what is recommended.
• Always groove pipe in a clockwise direction only.
• Never wear loose clothing, loose gloves, or jewelry while 
operating tool.
• Be sure guard is properly adjusted 
before grooving pipe.
➁
ALWAYS KEEP THIS PAD WITH THE
TOOL. USE IT TO SET THE GUARDS
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TOOL
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
MANUAL. R068272LAB
➂
Only Qualified Persons should
open this door.
Hazardous voltage inside will
cause serious injury or death.
ALWAYS disconnect power
before servicing. 0305.1
➀
Hydraulic
Cylinder
Foot Switch
Upper Roll Roll
Guards
Lower Roll
Guard
Setting Pad
➂
(Inside)
➁
Stabilizer
Wheel
Depth Adjuster
Lock
Pipe Size
Indicator
Depth Adjuster
Jog Switch
Selector
Valve
On/Off Switch
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RECEIVING TOOL
VE414 tools are palletized individually and cov-
ered with a cardboard sleeve designed for use
in reshipping the tool. The stabilizer assembly
and additional roll sets are shipped in a sepa-
rate container.
NOTE: Be sure to save original shipping mate-
rials for return shipment of rental tools.
VE414 CONTAINER CONTENTS
Upon receipt of tool, make sure all necessary
parts are included. If any parts are missing,
notify your Victaulic distributor or Victaulic
representative.
1. Tool assembly
2. Enhanced Tracking Rolls (ETR) for 2 - 16"
steel pipe. The 8 - 12" rolls are mounted on the
head assembly
3. Two (2) tool operating manuals
4. Guard setting pad
5. Slide spacer
6. Spare Woodruff keys
7. Hydraulic system bleeder hose
Upon receipt of tool, check to be certain all
necessary parts are included. Should the
appropriate components not be contained,
notify the Victaulic Tool Company. The stan-
dard series VE414 tools are supplied with
grooving rolls for 2 - 16" carbon steel pipe. Rolls
are marked with the size and part number and
color coded for pipe material, for your conve-
nience. For grooving to other specifications
and other materials, see Tool Rating and Roll
Selection charts on pages 33 and 34. Grooving
rolls for other specifications and other materials
must be purchased separately.
TOOL SETUP
1. Remove all components from the containers
and check to be certain all necessary items are
included. See “Receiving Tool.”
2. The VE414 is designed to be used in a per-
manent location. It should be located on a level
concrete floor or base. Once located, it should
be leveled and securely anchored (see Figure 1)
in a level position, as a non-level tool can
severely affect proper grooving operation.
When checking tool levelness, place level
directly on tool frame as shown.
The choice of tool location and position should
take into account the following factors:
a. Pipe handling and support requirements
b. Power supply requirements
c. Ambient temperature requirements:
20˚F to 104˚F
d. Clearance requirements around pipe
stabilizer for easy adjustment
Figure 1
MOUNTING HOLE LOCATIONS
(Four ⁹⁄₁₆ "/14 mm diameter through holes)
• Do not connect power until instructed otherwise.
Accidental start up of tool may result in serious
personal injury.
22" 27"
36.6" to 
shaft
centerline

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POWER HOOK-UP
The tool is supplied with a #12/4 line cord
(3 power, 1 ground). The tool is supplied set up
for 220 volt, 3 phase, 60 Hz power unless speci-
fied otherwise. If 440 volt is to be used, be sure
proper conversions are made. Conversions
include: 1) motor connections; 2) fuse changes;
3) thermal overload unit changes; 4) and trans-
former connections.
Consult electrical wiring diagram on page 32
for information.
Once power is properly connected, the tool
must be checked for proper rotational direc-
tion. Proceed as follows:
1. Turn main power switch “On” and flip tog-
gle switch to “Jog”. It is located on the left-
hand side of the enclosure.
2. Depress foot switch and observe the tool’s
lower roll rotation direction and then release
foot switch.
Proper roll rotation is clockwise. If clockwise,
power hook-up is complete; proceed to Pipe
Preparation. If counterclockwise, turn main
power switch off and proceed as follows:
1. Disconnect power.
2. Reverse any two (2) of three (3) power leads
at the power source.
• ONLY QUALIFIED ELECTRI-
CIANS SHOULD CONNECT OR
DISCONNECT INCOMING
POWER TO TOOL.
Failure to do so could result in
death or serious personal injury.
3. Turn main power switch “On” and flip tog-
gle switch to “Jog” and retest rotational direc-
tion. It should now be clockwise. If not, consult
the Victaulic Tool Company.
PRE-OPERATION
ADJUSTMENTS
Every Vic-Easy tool is checked, adjusted and
tested at the factory prior to shipment. Before
grooving, however, the following adjustments
must be made in sequence to make sure of
proper tool operation.
GROOVING ROLLS
Make sure the proper roll set is on the tool for
the pipe size and material to be grooved. They
are marked with the pipe size, part number
and color coded for the pipe material to be
grooved. See Tool Rating and Roll Selection
chart on pages 33 and 34. If proper rolls are not
on tool, refer to Roll Changing on page 20.
PIPE PREPARATION
For proper tool operation, and production of
proper pipe grooves, carefully observe the fol-
lowing pipe preparation tips.
1. Pipe ends should be cut squarely in accor-
dance with Column 2 note in the appropriate
Roll Groove Specification chart, pages 35 - 38.
2. Internal or external weld bead or seams
must be ground flush with the pipe surface
extending 2" back from the pipe end.
• Always turn off power before making any tool
adjustments unless instructed otherwise.
Accidental start up of tool may result in serious
personal injury.
• Make sure roll retaining bolts and set screws are
tight.
Loose retaining bolts or set screws could seriously
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3. The end of the pipe, both inside and out,
must be cleaned of loose rust, coarse scale, dirt
and other foreign material.
4. Victaulic recommends that pipe shall be
square ended. When using beveled pipe, stan-
dard wall or less, the bevel should not exceed
37 ¹⁄₂ °. Square ended pipe must be used with
FlushSeal
®
and EndSeal
®
gaskets. For heavier
pipe walls, square ended pipe is required.
GROOVABLE PIPE LENGTHS
The VE414 is capable of grooving short pipe
lengths without the use of a pipe stand (See
Table 1, page 9), or long pipe lengths up to dou-
ble randoms (approximately 40 ft.) with the use
of appropriate pipe stands.
SHORT PIPE LENGTHS
Table 1 shows minimum and maximum pipe
lengths that can be grooved without the need
for a pipe stand. Refer to Grooving Operation
on page 16 for instructions on how to groove
short pipe lengths. For pipe longer than shown
in Table 1, refer to Long Pipe Lengths on
page 9.
For maximum grooving roll life, remove foreign
material and loose rust.
• Foreign material such as coarse scale or dirt might
interfere with or damage the grooving rolls or
distort the groove. Rust is an abrasive material and
will tend to wear out the surface of the grooving
rolls.
Grooving rolls can crush or cut
fingers and hands.
• Loading and unloading pipe
will place your hands close to
the rollers.
• Never groove pipe shorter than
what is recommended in Table
1 on page 9.
NOTICE
ALL VICTAULIC ROLL GROOVING TOOL OWNERS
AND USERS
New Enhanced Tracking Rolls (ETR) for Victaulic
Roll Grooving Tools
Enhanced Tracking Rolls (ETR)
In late 1993, Victaulic introduced an improved
type of grooving roll called Enhanced Tracking
Roll. The patented ETR allows hands-free grooving
for short lengths of pipe as shown in Table 1. The
photo below shows you the difference in appear-
ance between the new ETR and the old type of roll.
The new ETRs have two narrow grooves in the
knurled surfaces; the older rolls do not.
ETRs are for the lower roll only. Your upper roll is
compatible with the new ETR.
NOTE: Roll grooving short length pipe will place
your hands close to the rollers. Using the old type
of lower roll requires you to manually guide the
pipe while grooving short lengths. Using the new
ETR allows hand-free grooving.
Who has ETRs?
You may have ETRs if you:
• Purchased or rented a Victaulic roll grooving
tool after December 1993
• Purchased replacement grooving rolls after
December 1993
NOTE: It is important to figure out what type of
grooving rolls you have. If you bought replacement
rolls recently, you may have both types. If you do
not have ETRs and would like to order them, con-
tact Victaulic for details.
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TABLE 1 – GROOVABLE PIPE LENGTHS
If a pipe shorter than the minimum shown in
Table 1 is needed, if possible, shorten the next
to last piece of pipe enough so that the last
piece of pipe is as long or longer than the mini-
mum length specified in Table 1. See example
below.
Example: A 20 ft. 4 in. length of 10 in. diame-
ter pipe is needed to finish a section and you
only have 20 ft. lengths available. Instead of roll
grooving a 20 ft. piece of pipe and a 4 in. piece
of pipe, follow these steps:
1. Refer to Table 1 and note that for 10 in.
diameter pipe, the minimum length that
should be grooved is 10 in.
2. Roll groove a 19 ft. 6 in. piece of pipe and a
10 in. piece of pipe. Refer to Long Pipe Lengths
below.
2201-1B
Nom.
Size
Inches
Length
Inches Nom.
Size
Inches
Length
Inches
Min. Max. Min. Max.
2 8 36 6 10 28
2¹⁄₂ 8 36 8 O.D. 10 24
38 36 8 10 24
3¹⁄₂ 8 36 10 10 20/15*
4 8 36 12 12 18/14 †
4¹⁄₂ 8 32 14 12 16/13 §
5 8 32 16 12 16^
6 O.D. 10 30
*20" long for aluminum, PVC and lightwall steel and stain-
less steel. 15" long for Sch. 30 and standard wall steel and
stainless steel.
† 18" long for aluminum, PVC and lightwall steel and
stainless steel. 14" long for Sch. 30 and standard wall steel
and stainless steel.
§ 16" long for aluminum, PVC and lightwall steel and
stainless steel. 13" long for Sch. 30 and standard wall steel
and stainless steel.
^16" long for aluminum, PVC and lightwall steel and stain-
less steel. Always use a pipe stand only for Sch. 30 and
standard wall steel and stainless steel.
NOTICE
Pipe nipples shorter than those shown in Table 1 are
available from Victaulic.
LONG PIPE LENGTHS
With pipe in excess of the maximum length
shown in Table 1, a roller type pipe stand must
be used.
1. Position pipe and pipe stand in accordance
with Figures 2 and 3.
NOTICE
Figure 2 shows the Victaulic adjustable pipe stand
(VAPS 112). VAPS 112 is suitable for ³⁄₄ - 12" pipe.
Also available is Victaulic model VAPS 224 suitable
for sizes 2 - 24". See Accessories on page 29.
Pipe position will affect pipe flare.
• When pipe end flare is excessive, right-to-left
tracking must be kept to a minimum. It may be
necessary to use less than ¹⁄₂ degree.
• Assembly of couplings on pipe exceeding Maximum
Allowable Flare, Column 8 in the Roll Groove
Specifications charts, pages 35 - 38, may prevent
closure of couplings pad-to-pad, allowing possible
pipe separation, and result in property damage.
• Also, joint leakage may result due to excessive
gasket distortion/damage.
Pipe angle
exaggerated for clarity
Tool
Centerline
(Level)
¹⁄₂°to 1°
(2 to 4")
10' +1' -0
20' Pipe Length
Pipe
Centerline
Pipe angle
exaggerated for clarity
Tool
Centerline 0°to ¹⁄₂°Max.
(0 to 2")
Pipe
Centerline
20' Length of Pipe
SUPPORT OF PIPE
Figure 2
TRACKING ANGLE
Figure 3

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3. Set groove diameter stop to pipe size and
schedule/thickness to be grooved. To do this,
back off the depth adjuster lock, align the
depth adjuster with the proper diameter and
thickness. Lock the depth adjuster in position
with the depth adjuster lock. See Groovable
Pipe Lengths and cautionary information on
pages 8 and 9.
4. Retract stabilizer, if necessary, to insert
pipe. To do this, loosen the right hand stabilizer
locking handle and retract stabilizer as shown
to clear pipe when inserted onto lower roll.
Fully retract the left hand stabilizer if it’s not
required. See Figure 4a of Pipe Stabilizer
Adjustment section for guidelines concerning
the use of the left hand stabilizer.
5. Insert a piece of pipe of the correct size and
schedule/thickness to be grooved over the
lower roll with the pipe end against the lower
roll backstop flange. See Pipe Preparation on
page 7.
ROLL GUARD ADJUSTMENT
The VE414 guards must be adjusted every time
rolls are changed or pipe size or wall thickness
is different from pipe previously grooved.
1. Make sure the proper roll set is on the tool
for the pipe size and material to be grooved.
Rolls are marked with the pipe size, part num-
ber and are color coded for pipe material for
your convenience. See Tool Rating and Roll
Selection on pages 33 and 34. If the proper rolls
are not on the tool, refer to Roll Changing on
page 20.
2. Loosen wing nuts and move the adjustable
guards to the full up position. Tighten wing
nuts.
Make sure tool is level (see Tool Setup).
• If pipe is grooved with back end of pipe (end of pipe
which is not in tool) higher than the end being
grooved, pipe may not track and excessive pipe end
flare may result.
• Assembly of couplings on pipe exceeding Maximum
Allowable Flare, Column 8 in the Roll Groove
Specifications charts, pages 35 - 38, may prevent
closure of couplings pad-to-pad, allowing possible
pipe separation, and result in property damage.
• Also, joint leakage may result due to excessive
gasket distortion/damage.
NOTICE
For additional information about pipe stands, refer to
the Operating Instructions included with your pipe
stand.

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6. Set the main power switch to the “ON”
position and flip toggle switch to “Jog”. It is
located on the left-hand side of the enclosure.
7. With operator on the switch side of the
machine, use the safety foot switch to energize
the tool motor, bringing the upper roll down
into firm contact with pipe. Withdraw foot from
safety foot switch.
Grooving rolls can crush or cut
fingers and hands.
• Loading and unloading pipe
will place your hands close to
the rollers.
• Never groove pipe shorter
than what is recommended in
Table 1 on page 9.
8. Remove the guard setting pad from its stor-
age hook. Hold the guard setting pad firmly
down against the pipe and push it under the
adjustable guards flush against the red plate.
9. Loosen the wing nuts and adjust each
guard to conform to and lightly pinch the pad
against the pipe. Tighten wing nuts to secure
guards in position.
10. Remove the guard setting pad. Store the
pad back on the hook provided.
11. Prepare to support pipe and flip toggle
switch to “Normal Operation”. Arm/upper roll
assembly will return to its upper position and
pipe will release.

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The Series 414 pipe stabilizers are designed to
pervent sway of 6 - 16" pipe. The length and
size of pipe to be grooved will determine
whether both stabilizers are required.
PIPE STABILIZER
ADJUSTMENT
Figure 4a
When roll grooving pipe sizes 8" and smaller,
the left side stabilizer is not required. (It’s the
stabilizer on the switch side of the machine.)
When roll grooving pipe sizes 10 - 16", with a
length less than 10 feet, the left side stabilizer
should not be required.
1. Make sure proper roll set is on the tool for
the pipe size and material to be grooved. Rolls
are marked with pipe size, part number and are
color coded for pipe material for your conve-
nience. See Tool Rating and Roll Selection
pages 33 and 34.
• Use the “Jog” mode only for pre-operation
adjustments of the tool.
• Always return switch to “Normal Operation” at the
completion of the pre-operation adjustments.
• When tool is left in “Jog” mode with power on, pipe
is gradually released. This may result in pipe falling
out of tool.
Failure to follow this instruction may cause personal
injury, product or property damage.
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10' length and longer
2. Loosen the stabilizer locking handles. Fully
retract the left hand stabilizer
3. Insert a piece of pipe of the correct size and
schedule to be grooved over the lower roll with
the pipe end against the lower roll backstop
flange.
4. Set the main power switch to the “ON” posi-
tion and flip toggle switch to “Jog”. It is located
on the left-hand side of the enclosure.
5. With operator on the switch side of the
machine, jog (momentarily depress) the safety
foot switch to energize the tool motor, produc-
ing lower roll rotation and bringing the upper
roll down into firm contact with pipe. Withdraw
foot from safety foot switch.

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6a. When the roll grooving application
requires only use of the right hand stabilizer,
advance its roller inward with the handwheel
to the position shown in Figure 4b, then
tighten its locking handle. The right hand sta-
bilizer will not require further adjustment on a
given pipe size and thickness. Pipe of the same
size and wall may be moved in and out of the
tool without retracting the right hand stabi-
lizer.
6b. When roll grooving short lengths or pipe
sizes smaller than 8" NPS, retract and keep the
left hand stabilizer out of the way as indicated
in Figure 4a. This will make it easier to move
pipe in and out of the tool.
6c. When the pipe size and length requires the
use of the left hand stabilizer (see Figure 4a),
advance its roller to within ¹⁄₂" of the pipe, but
do not tighten the locking handle. When roll
grooving over 10' lengths of a 10" or larger
pipe, the condition of the pipe seam may
induce sway when the seam passes through
the grooving rolls. If sway is pronounced while
grooving the pipe, the left stabilizer must be
utilized by bringing the wheel against the pipe.
6d. After completing the groove, if utilized,
retract the left hand stabilizer about ¹⁄₂" before
withdrawing pipe from tool.
Figure 4b
CORRECT INCORRECT
7. Prepare to support pipe and flip toggle
switch to “Normal Operation”. Upper roll
assembly will return to its upper position and
pipe will release.
GROOVE DIAMETER STOP
ADJUSTMENT/SELECTOR
VALVE SETTING
The groove diameter stop must be adjusted for
each pipe size or change in wall thickness.
Groove diameter, identified as the “C” dimen-
sion for each pipe size, is listed under Standard
Roll Groove Specifications on pages 35 - 38.
To achieve proper diameter:
1. Determine the size and thickness of pipe to
be grooved. See pipe dimensions on page 39 to
determine proper schedule.
Do not adjust stabilizers to push pipe to the left and off
center from the rolls. Doing so will cause increased
pipe end flare and shorten roller life.
• Assembly of couplings on pipe exceeding Maximum
Allowable Flare, Column 8 in the Roll Groove
Specifications charts, pages 35 - 38, may prevent
closure of couplings pad-to-pad, allowing possible
pipe separation and result in property damage.
• Also, joint leakage may result due to excessive
gasket distortion/damage.
• Use the “Jog” mode only for pre-operation
adjustments of the tool.
• Always return switch to “Normal Operation” at the
completion of the pre-operation adjustments.
• When tool is left in “Jog” mode with power on, pipe
gradually releases which may result in pipe falling
out of tool.
Failure to follow this instruction may cause personal
injury, product or property damage.
NOTICE
To perform the following adjustments, use several
short scrap sections of pipe (but not shorter than what
is recommended in Table 1, page 9) of the proper
material, diameter and thickness to be grooved.

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2. Locate the proper size and schedule on the
pipe size indicator above the hydraulic power
cylinder. It is rotatable for easy viewing.
3. Back off the depth adjuster lock. Align the
depth adjuster with the proper size and sched-
ule as shown. Lock the depth adjuster in posi-
tion with the depth adjuster lock.
4. Set the selector valve on the power switch
side of the tool to the color that matched the
pipe size and schedule number color (red or
black) of the pipe size indicator.
NOTICE
The markings provide an approximate groove
diameter adjustment and are not “exact” groove
diameter settings. Variations in actual pipe O.D.’s and
wall thicknesses make it impossible to calibrate the
diameter stop exactly.
5. Using a piece of scrap pipe or short piece of
pipe (refer to the Groovable Pipe Lengths Table
on page 9) of the diameter and wall thickness
to be grooved, place the pipe over the lower roll
with the pipe end against the lower roll back
stop flange.
6. Prepare a trial groove. To do so, follow the
Grooving Operation procedures outlined on
page 16.
NOTICE
The selector valve only affects the maximum pressure
at which the upper roll forms the groove. It does not
affect the rate at which the roll retracts from the pipe
at the completion of the groove.
Ram pressure during the formation of the groove can
have a significant effect on pipe end flaring. The above
recommended settings will produce accurate grooves
in most situations. When operating in the high ram
pressure or “red” setting, if excessive pipe flaring or
stalling of drive motor occurs, changing the selector
valve setting to low or “black” will usually correct the
condition.
Grooving rolls can crush or cut
fingers and hands.
• Keep hands away from
grooving rolls and stabilizer
wheel.
• Never reach inside pipe end
or across the tool or pipe
during operation.
• Always groove pipe in a clockwise direction only.
• Never groove pipe shorter than what is
recommended.
• Never wear loose clothing, loose gloves, or jewelry
while operating tool.

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7. After a trial groove is prepared and pipe
removed from the tool, carefully check the
groove diameter (“C” dimension), as charted on
pages 35 - 38 under Roll Groove Specifications.
The “C” dimension is best checked with a pipe
tape. It also may be checked with a vernier cal-
iper or narrow-land micrometer at two loca-
tions, 90° apart, around the groove. Average
reading must equal the required groove diame-
ter specification.
8. If groove diameter (“C” dimension) is not
within tolerance, the diameter stop must be
adjusted to obtain the proper dimension. To
adjust for a smaller groove diameter, turn
the depth adjuster counterclockwise. To
adjust for a bigger groove diameter, turn
adjuster clockwise. A quarter turn either way
will change the groove diameter adjustment by
0.031" (0.125" per full turn).
9. Prepare another trial groove and check the
groove diameter again. Repeat Steps 7 and 8
until the groove diameter is within specifica-
tion. If excessive pipe flaring or stalling of the
drive motor occurs, even when roll grooving
with the reduced ram pressure (“black” selec-
tor valve setting), adjustment of the Ram Speed
Control Valve is required.
• The “C” dimension (groove diameter) must always
conform to specifications under Roll Groove
Specifications, pages 35 - 38, to ensure proper joint
performance.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury,
property damage, improper installation, joint leakage
or joint failure.
ADJUSTING THE RAM SPEED
CONTROL VALVE
The Ram Speed Control Valve adjustment is set
at the maximum speed when the tool leaves
the factory, which is satisfactory for the roll
grooving of most pipes within the tool’s rating.
When excessive pipe flare or tool “stalling”
exists, proceed as follows:
1. Set power switch to the “OFF” position.
2. Make sure the selector valve on the power
switch side of the tool is adjusted to the “black”
setting.

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3. Turn the Ram Speed Control Valve knob
clockwise two to three revolutions to reduce
flow.
NOTE: The Ram Speed Control Valve features
both color coding and numerical readout for
convenience.
4. Set the power switch to the “ON” position
and make sure the toggle switch is on the
“Normal Operation.”
5. Follow the Grooving Operation procedures
outlined in the manual and prepare another
trial groove.
6. If the pipe flare is still found to be excessive
or the tool still stalls, repeat Steps 1 through 5.
NOTE: The Ram Speed Control Valve affects
both the rate at which the upper roll forms the
groove and the rate at which the upper roll
advances to contact the pipe. The rate at
which the upper roll retracts from the pipe is
not affected. The use of the slide spacer on 2 -
3¹⁄₂" pipe (see page 20 of this manual) will limit
how far the upper roll retracts which minimizes
the time and distance it must move down to
groove the pipe.
GROOVING OPERATION
Before grooving, make sure you have followed
all instructions in:
• “Tool Setup” on page 6
• “Grooving Rolls” on page 7
• “Pipe Preparation” on page 7
• “Groovable Pipe Lengths” on page 8
• “Roll Guard Adjustment” on page 10
• “Pipe Stabilizer Adjustment” on page 12
• “Groove Diameter Stop Adjustment/
Valve Selector Setting” on page 13
• “Adjusting the Ram Speed
Control Valve” on page 15
To prevent damage to the tool’s hydraulics:
• Never operate the tool with the flow control valve
completely closed.
• Never attempt to roll groove pipe while making an
adjustment to the flow control valve.
• Never make adjustments to the flow control valve
while the tool is under pressure.
Failure to follow these instructions may cause prop-
erty damage.
• Vic-Easy Series VE414 tools are designed ONLY for
roll grooving pipe of the sizes, materials and wall
thicknesses outlined under Tool Rating and Roll
Selection on pages 33 and 34.
Grooving pipe other than that recommended will result
in improper pipe end configuration or improper groove
dimensions for applying Victaulic products.
• Before operating tool, review
all safety precautions on
page 3.
Failure to do so may result in
serious personal injury.
• To reduce the risk of electric
shock, check the electrical
source for proper grounding.
Failure to do so could result in
death or serious personal injury.

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FOR GROOVING WITH PIPE IN
ROLLER-TYPE PIPE SUPPORT
1. Set power switch to the “ON” position.
2. Momentarily depress safety foot switch to
be certain tool is operational.
3. If the upper roll is not in the full open posi-
tion, flip toggle switch on the left side of the
tool to the “Normal Operation” position.
• Grooving rolls can crush or
cut fingers and hands.
• Keep hands away from
grooving rolls and stabilizer
wheel.
• Never reach inside pipe end
or across the tool or pipe
during operation.
• Always groove pipe in a clockwise direction only.
• Never groove pipe shorter than what is
recommended.
• Never wear loose clothing, loose gloves, or jewelry
while operating tool.
4. Insert pipe onto lower roll up against back
top flange of lower roll as shown.
5. Operator should be positioned as shown.
6. To initiate grooving, depress and hold down
the safety foot switch to start tool. This will
produce rotation of the lower roll. The upper roll
will move down to contact the pipe, starting
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7. Let the grooving continue until the depth
adjuster lock comes into full, firm contact with
the top of the power cylinder. Continue pipe
rotation for several revolutions to ensure groove
completion.
8. Withdraw foot from safety foot switch and
remove pipe from tool.
Grooving rolls can crush or cut
fingers and hands.
• Do not place hand(s) inside
end of pipe to pull pipe out of
tool or place hand(s) in area
of grooving rolls or stabilizer
roller.
NOTICE
Groove diameter should be correct for the diameter
and wall thickness of pipe for which it was set under
Groove Diameter Stop Adjustment. Groove diameter
should be checked and adjusted as necessary to
ensure grooves are within specification
GROOVING SHORT PIPE
LENGTHS
1. Set power switch to the “ON” position.
2. Momentarily depress safety foot switch to
be certain tool is operational.
3. If the upper roll is not in the full open posi-
tion, flip toggle switch on the left side of the
tool to the normal operation position.
Grooving rolls can crush or cut
fingers and hands.
• Loading and unloading pipe
will place your hands close to
the rollers.
• Never groove pipe shorter
than what is recommended in
Table 1 on page 9.

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4. Operator should be positioned as shown.
5. Insert pipe onto lower roll up against back-
stop flange of lower roll as shown. Depress and
hold down the safety foot switch, while sup-
porting the pipe. This will produce rotation of
the lower roller. The upper roll will move down
to contact the pipe, starting the pipe rotation
and grooving process.
6a. If using ETR rolls (see Notice on page 8),
remove hands from pipe.
6b. When grooving a short piece of pipe (8"
minimum length) with old type rolls (see Notice
on page 8), pull the pipe to the left and down-
ward with your right hand. Do not lift up on the
pipe or push it to the right, as the pipe will not
track and may spin (walk) out of the rolls. To
initiate power depress and hold down the
safety foot pedal switch. This will produce rota-
tion of the lower roll which serves to rotate the
pipe, which in turn rotates the upper roll.
Check the tracking of the pipe as it rotates to
be certain it remains snug against the lower
roll back stop flange. If it does not, stop the tool
rotation by releasing the safety pedal switch
and check to be certain pipe is level and prop-
erly positioned.
7. Let the grooving continue until the depth
adjuster lock moves into full, firm contact with
the top of the power cylinder. Continue pipe
rotation for several revolutions to ensure groove
completion.
8. Prepare to support pipe and withdraw foot
from safety foot switch. Remove pipe from tool.
Grooving rolls can crush or cut
fingers and hands.
• Do not place hand(s) inside
end of pipe to pull pipe out of
tool or place hand(s) in area
of grooving rolls or stabilizer
roller.

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ROLL CHANGING
INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL
OF SLIDE SPACER
(2 - 3¹⁄₂")
Slide/Upper Roll must return to its maximum
upper position prior to changing rolls. The
Slide Spacer will limit the travel of the Slide.
1. Set power switch to the “ON” position.
2. Flip toggle switch to the “Jog” position.
NOTICE
Groove diameter should be correct for the diameter
and wall thickness of pipe for which it was set under
Groove Diameter Stop Adjustment. Groove diameter
should be checked and adjusted as necessary to
ensure grooves are within specification.
NOTICE
Vic-Easy Series 414 roll grooving tools are designed
for fast, easy grooving. Rolls accommodate several
pipe sizes (refer to Tool Rating and Roll Selection on
pages 33 and 34) eliminating the need for frequent roll
changes. When a different size range is encountered
or special grooving styles are required, the grooving
rolls must be changed and Pre-Operation Adjustments
performed again. Also, different pipe materials may
require that the rolls be changed. Refer to Tool Rating
and Roll Selection, pages 33 and 34, for proper roll
selection. 3. With operator on the switch side of the tool,
use the safety foot switch to bring the upper
roll down into firm contact with the pipe.
4. Withdraw foot from safety foot switch. Slide/
Upper Roll will remain in the down position.