Victaulic VE460 Manual

WARNING
Failure to follow instructions and warnings could result in serious
personal injury, property damage, and/or product damage.
• Before operating or servicing the VE460 Roll Grooving Tool, read
all instructions in this manual and all warning labels on the tool.
• Wear safety glasses, hardhat, foot protection, and hearing
protection while working around this tool.
• Save this operating and maintenance manual.
If you need additional copies of any literature, or if you have questions concerning the safe
and proper operation of this tool, contact Victaulic, P.O. Box 31, Easton, PA 18044-0031,
Phone: 1-800-PICK VIC, E-Mail: [e-mail].
WARNING
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INDEX
Hazard Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Operator Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Introduction...........................6
Receiving the Tool......................6
VE460 Large Container Contents . . . . . . . . . 6
VE460 Small Container Contents . . . . . . . . .6
Tool Nomenclature......................7
Tool Setup for Grooving 24-inch/610.0-mm
and Smaller Pipe Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Important Information for Tool Setup . . . . . . . 10
Tool Setup for Grooving 26-inch/660.0-mm
and Larger Pipe Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Power Hookup and Verification of Pipe
Rotation Direction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Preparing Pipe for Grooving . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Pipe Length Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Checking and Adjusting the Tool Prior to
Grooving ..........................23
Grooving Rolls ......................23
Adjusting the Roll Guards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Pipe Stabilizer Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Ram Speed Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Dwell Control Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Time Range Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Pipe Size Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Groove Diameter Stop Adjustments . . . . . . 30
Grooving Short Pipe Lengths . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Grooving Long Pipe Lengths . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Roll Changing ........................39
Lower Roll Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Upper Roll Removal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Upper Roll Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Lower Roll Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Maintenance .........................46
Lubrication ........................46
Checking and Filling Gear Reducer Oil. . . . 47
Checking and Filling Hydraulic Oil . . . . . . . 47
Replacing Hydraulic Oil and Filter . . . . . . .48
Air Bleeding........................51
Recommended Lubricants. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Bearing and Slide Grease. . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Gear Oil...........................53
Hydraulic Oil .......................53
Parts Ordering Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Troubleshooting.......................54
Tool Rating and Roll Selection . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Original Groove System and “ES” Rolls for
Steel and Schedule 40 Stainless Steel Pipe -
Color Coded Black. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Original Groove System Rolls for Aluminum
and PVC Plastic Pipe - Color Coded Yellow
Zinc..............................58
Original Groove System Rolls for Schedule 5S
and 10S Stainless Steel Pipe - Color Coded
Silver.............................59
RW Rolls for Grooving Standard-Weight Steel
Pipe to AGS Specifications - Color Coded
Black with Yellow Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
RWX Rolls for Grooving Schedule 5S and 10S
Stainless Steel Pipe to AGS Specifications -
Color Coded Silver with Black Band. . . . . .60
Explanation of Critical Roll Groove
Dimensions ........................62
Roll Groove Specifications -
Original Groove System for Steel and
Stainless Steel Pipe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Roll Groove Specifications -
Original Groove System for Steel Pipe and
All Materials Grooved with “ES” Rolls. . . . .65
Roll Groove Specifications - Advanced Groove
System (AGS) Roll Groove . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Advanced Groove System (AGS) Roll Grooving
Specifications for Carbon Steel Pipe . . . . .67
Advanced Groove System (AGS) Roll Grooving
Specifications for Stainless Steel Pipe . . . . 69
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HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Definitions for identifying the various hazard
levels are provided below.
This safety alert symbol indicates
important safety messages. When
you see this symbol, be alert to the
possibility of personal injury.
Carefully read and fully understand the message
that follows.
DANGER
• The use of the word “DANGER” identifies
an immediate hazard with a likelihood
of death or serious personal injury if
instructions, including recommended
precautions, are not followed.
WARNING
• The use of the word “WARNING”
identifies the presence of hazards
or unsafe practices that could result
in death or serious personal injury if
instructions, including recommended
precautions, are not followed.
CAUTION
• The use of the word “CAUTION”
identifies possible hazards or unsafe
practices that could result in personal
injury and product or property damage
if instructions, including recommended
precautions, are not followed.
NOTICE
• The use of the word “NOTICE” identifies
special instructions that are important
but not related to hazards.
OPERATOR SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
The VE460 is designed only for roll grooving
pipe. Use of these tools requires dexterity
and mechanical skills, as well as sound safety
habits. Although these tools are 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 these tools. The operator is cautioned to
always practice “safety first” during each phase
of use, including setup and maintenance. It is
the responsibility of the owner, lessee, or user
of these tools to ensure that all operators read
this manual and fully understand the operation
of these tools.
Read this manual before operating or servicing
these tools. Become familiar with the tool’s
operations, applications, and limitations. Be
particularly aware of its specific hazards. Store
this manual in a clean area where it is always
readily available. Additional copies of this
manual are available upon request through
Victaulic.
1. The VE460 tool is designed ONLY for roll
grooving pipe sizes, materials, and wall
thicknesses listed in the applicable “Tool
Rating and Roll Selection” section.
2. Avoid using the tool in dangerous
environments. Do not expose the tool
to rain, and do not use the tool in damp
or wet locations. Do not use the tool on
sloped or uneven surfaces. Keep the work
area well lit. Allow sufficient space to
operate the tool properly.
3. Ground the tool to protect the operator
from electric shock. Tool components are
grounded to the frame of the tool. Make
sure the frame is grounded properly.
4. Prevent back injury. During tool setup,
one person cannot safely handle the pipe
stabilizer assembly due to its weight. Two
people are needed to safely lift and handle
the stabilizer assembly. An alternative is to
use a hoist to lift the stabilizer assembly
into position.
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5. Inspect the equipment. Before using the
tool, check all moveable parts for any
obstructions. Make sure guards and tool
components are installed and adjusted
properly.
6. Prevent accidental startups. Place the
switch on the side of the tool to the “OFF”
position when the tool is not in use.
7. Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose
clothing, jewelry, or anything that can
become entangled in moving parts.
8. Wear protective items when working with
tools. Always wear safety glasses, hardhat,
foot protection, and hearing protection.
9. Stay alert. Do not operate the tool if you
are drowsy from medication or fatigue.
Avoid horseplay around the equipment.
10. Keep visitors away from the immediate
work area. All visitors should be kept a safe
distance from the equipment at all times.
11. Keep work areas clean. Keep the
work area around the tool clear of any
obstructions that could limit the movement
of the operator. Clean up any oil or other
spills.
12. Secure the work, tool, and accessories.
Make sure the tool is stable. Refer to the
applicable “Tool Setup” section.
13. Support the work. Support long pipe
lengths with a pipe stand that is secured to
the floor or the ground.
14. Operate the tool only with a safety foot
switch. The power drive must be operated
with a safety foot switch that is located for
easy operator access. Never reach across
moving parts. If the tool does not contain a
safety foot switch, contact Victaulic.
15. Keep hands and tools away from grooving
rolls and stabilizer roller during the
grooving operation. Grooving rolls can
crush or cut fingers and hands.
16. Do not reach inside the pipe ends
during tool operation. Pipe edges can be
sharp and can snag gloves, hands, and
shirt sleeves. Fingers and hands can be
crushed between the pipe and lower roll.
17. Do not over-reach. Maintain proper footing
and balance at all times. Make sure the
safety foot switch is easily accessible for
the operator.
18. Do not force the tool. Do not force the tool
or accessories to perform any functions
beyond their capabilities. Do not overload
the tool.
19. Do not operate the tool at ram speeds
exceeding those specified in this manual.
20. Do not abuse the foot switch cord. Keep
the cord away from heat, oil, and sharp
objects.
21. Always turn off the main power supply
to the tool before servicing the tool. Only
authorized personnel should attempt to
perform maintenance on the tool. Always
turn off the main power supply to the tool
before servicing or adjusting the tool.
22. Maintain tools with care. Keep tools clean
at all times to ensure proper and safe
performance. Follow the instructions for
lubricating tool components.
23. Use only Victaulic replacement parts
and accessories. Use of any other parts
may result in a voided warranty, improper
operation, and hazardous situations.
24. Do not remove any labels from the tool.
Replace any damaged or worn labels.
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INTRODUCTION
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 Company.
The VE460 Roll Grooving Tool is a fully
motorized, semi-automatic, hydraulic-feed tool
for roll grooving pipe to receive Victaulic grooved
pipe products. The standard VE460 tool is
supplied with rolls for grooving
4 – 12-inch/114.3 – 323.9-mm carbon steel
pipe to original groove specifications and
14 – 24-inch/355.6 – 610.0-mm carbon steel
pipe to Advanced Groove Specifications
(AGS). VE460 rolls are marked with the size
and part number, and they are color coded
to identify the pipe material. For roll grooving
to other specifications and materials, refer to
the applicable “Tool Rating and Roll Selection”
section. Grooving tools for other specifications,
sizes, and materials must be purchased
separately.
CAUTION
• These tools must be used ONLY for
roll grooving pipe designated in the
applicable “Tool Rating and Roll
Selection” section of this manual.
Failure to follow this instruction could
overload the tool, resulting in reduced tool
life and/or damage to the tool.
RECEIVING THE TOOL
VE460 tools are palletized individually and
enclosed in a wooden or cardboard sleeve,
which is designed for use in re-shipping the
tool back to Victaulic upon completion of the
rental contract, when applicable. The stabilizer
assembly and additional roll sets are shipped in
a separate container.
Upon receipt of the tool, make sure all
necessary parts are included. If any parts are
missing, contact Victaulic.
VE460 LARGE CONTAINER CONTENTS
Qty. Description
1 VE460 Pipe Roll Grooving Tool
1
Roll Set for 8 – 12-inch/219.1 – 323.9-mm
Steel Pipe Mounted on the Tool (Unless
Ordered Otherwise) - Original Groove System
Specifications
2TM-VE460 Operating and Maintenance
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2 RP-VE460 Repair Parts List
1Stabilizer Mounting Hardware (Installed Loose
in Mounting Holes for Stabilizer)
1 Pipe Diameter Tape
1 Hydraulic System Bleeder Tube
1 Safety Foot Switch with Detachable Line Cord
VE460 SMALL CONTAINER CONTENTS
Qty. Description
1 Stabilizer Assembly
1Roll Set for 4 – 6-inch/114.3 – 168.3-mm Steel
Pipe - Original Groove System Specifications
1Roll Set for 14 – 24-inch/355.6 – 610.0-mm
Steel Pipe - AGS Specifications
NOTE: Support bases for grooving
26-inch/660.0-mm and larger pipe sizes must
be ordered separately and will be shipped in
separate containers from the tool components
listed on this page.
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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.
Depth Adjuster
Pipe Size Indicator
Groove Diameter Stop
Upper Shaft and Upper Roll
Stabilizer Roller
Guard and
Stabilizer Roller
Safety Foot
Switch
Lower Roll
Stabilizer
Assembly
Ram Pressure Gauge
Hydraulic Cylinder
Storage Compartment
Eye Bolt (Lifting Point)
Contact with hazardous voltage
inside this door may result in death
or serious personal injury.
• ALWAYS disconnect the tool from
the power source before performing
maintenance or adjustments.
• Only qualied personnel should
open this door.
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Grooving rolls can crush or cut ngers
and hands.
• Always disconnect the tool from the power
source before making any tool adjustments.
• Loading/unloading pipe will place your
hands close to the rollers. Keep hands away
from the grooving rolls and the roller on
the pipe stabilizer during operation.
• Never reach inside the pipe ends or across the tool or pipe during
operation.
• Always groove pipe in a CLOCKWISE direction.
• Never groove pipe that is shorter than the recommended lengths
listed in the operating and maintenance manual.
• Never wear loose clothing, loose gloves, or anything that can
become entangled in moving parts.
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Contact with hazardous voltage inside this
cover plate may result in death or serious
personal injury.
• ALWAYS disconnect the tool from the power
source before performing maintenance or
adjustments.
• Only qualied personnel should open this
cover plate.
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Failure to follow instructions and warnings could result in
serious personal injury, property damage, and/or product
damage.
• Before operating or servicing any pipe preparation tools,
read all instructions in the Operating and Maintenance
Instructions Manual and all labels on the tool.
• Wear safety glasses, hardhat, foot protection, and hearing
protection when working around tools.
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If you need additional copies of any literature, or if you have questions concerning the safe and proper
operation of any pipe preparation tools, contact Victaulic, P.O. Box 31, Easton, PA 18044-0031, Phone
1-800-PICK VIC, E-Mail: [email protected].
Roll Guard
System
Main Power
Switch
Electrical
Enclosure
Emergency
Stop Knob
Stop Knob
Hydraulic Pump Start Button
Test (Jog)/Groove/
Set Guard Knob
Dwell Control
Control Panel
Located Under Control Panel
Located on Electrical Enclosure
Located on Front of Tool
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TOOL SETUP FOR GROOVING
24-INCH/610.0-MM AND
SMALLER PIPE SIZES
WARNING
• DO NOT turn on the main power supply
to the tool until instructed otherwise.
• The tool MUST be leveled and anchored
securely on a concrete floor or base.
Failure to follow these instructions could
result in serious personal injury.
1. Remove all components from the
packaging, and make sure all necessary
items are included. Refer to the “Receiving
the Tool” section.
2. The VE460 Roll Grooving Tool is designed
for use in a permanent location and must
be located on a level concrete floor or
base. After an appropriate location is
chosen, the tool must be level and securely
anchored. A non-level tool can severely
affect grooving operation. When checking
tool level, place the level directly on the
frame of the tool, as shown above.
3. Select a location for the tool and pipe
stand by taking into consideration the
following factors:
50.80 inches/
1290 mm
30.30 inches/
770 mm
26.00 inches/660 mm
Mounting Holes
28.00 inches/
711 mm
37.39 inches/
950 mm
71.12 inches/
1806 mm
1 inch/25 mm
37.38 inches/
949 mm
48.00 inches/
1219 mm
28.00 inches/
711 mm
25.00 inches/635 mm
Mounting Holes
1.5 inches/
38 mm
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3a. The required power supply (refer to the
“Power Requirements” section)
3b. Ambient temperature requirements of 20º
F to 104º F/-21ºC to 26º C
3c. A level concrete floor or base for the tool
and pipe stand
3d. Adequate space to handle pipe lengths
3e. Adequate clearance around the tool and
stabilizer assembly for adjustment and
maintenance (refer to drawings on following
page)
WARNING
• During tool setup, two people are needed
to safely handle the stabilizer assembly
due to its weight.
• An alternative is to use a hoist to lift the
stabilizer assembly into position.
Failure to follow these instructions could
result in serious personal injury.
4. Remove the stabilizer bolts and lock
washers from the front and right side of the
tool. Position the stabilizer assembly onto
the front, right corner of the tool so that the
mounting holes in the stabilizer assembly
align with the mounting holes in the tool.
Using the stabilizer bolts and lock washers,
removed previously from the tool, fasten
the stabilizer assembly to the tool. NOTE:
The tool frame is designed so that no nuts
are required on the ends of the bolts.
Tighten all stabilizer bolts completely until
the lock washers are compressed fully.
NOTICE
• VE460 tools are equipped with a
detachable safety-foot-switch cord. The
safety foot switch can be removed easily
for storage in the cabinet when the tool is
not in use.
5. Install the safety foot switch by aligning the
pins/tab of the male adapter plug with the
receptacle.
6. Tighten the locking ring on the plug.
7. Proceed to the “Power Requirements”
section.
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Configuration Pipe Size
Range
Tool without support base(s)
24-inch/
610.0-mm
and Smaller
Pipe Sizes
Tool installed with one
support base
26 – 38-inch/
660.0 –
965.0-mm
Pipe Sizes
Configuration Pipe Size
Range
Tool installed with two
support bases
40 – 48-inch/
1016.0 –
1219.0-mm
Pipe Sizes
Tool installed with three
support bases
50 – 60-inch/
1270.0 –
1524.0-mm
Pipe Sizes
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR TOOL SETUP
Support bases are required when using a VE460 Roll Grooving Tool to groove 26-inch/660.0-
mm and larger pipe sizes. Each support base corresponds with a range of pipe sizes; these
requirements must be followed to ensure pipe is grooved properly (refer to table below).
If the tool will be used for roll grooving 24-inch/610.0-mm and smaller pipe sizes, follow the “Tool
Setup for Grooving 24-inch/610.0-mm and Smaller Pipe Sizes” section. For the 24-inch/610.0-mm
and smaller pipe size range, support bases are not required, but the tool must be anchored to a
sturdy, level concrete floor.
If the tool will be used for roll grooving 26-inch/660.0-mm and larger pipe sizes, follow the “Tool
Setup for Grooving 26-inch/660.0-mm and Larger Pipe Sizes” section. NOTE: Each support base is
12 inches/305 mm in height and weighs approximately 180 pounds/82 kilograms.
WARNING
• The tool or bottom support base MUST always be anchored to a sturdy, level concrete floor
that is capable of handling the weight of the tool and accessories.
• Handrails must be installed and the electrical cord/safety foot switch cord must be routed
through the support base(s) to prevent tripping hazards.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in serious personal injury and property damage.
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75.50 inches/
1918 mm
44.25 inches/
1124 mm
107.25 inches/
2724 mm
95.25 inches/
2419 mm
83.25 inches/
2115 mm
71.12 inches/
1806 mm
37.50 inches/
953 mm
25.00 inches/
635 mm
24.00 inches/
610 mm
26.00 inches/
660 mm
56.00 inches/
1422 mm
TOOL SETUP FOR GROOVING
26-INCH/660.0-MM AND
LARGER PIPE SIZES
WARNING
• DO NOT turn on the main power supply
to the tool until instructed otherwise.
• The bottom support base MUST always
be anchored to a sturdy, level concrete
floor that is capable of handling the
weight of the tool and accessories.
Failure to follow these instructions could
result in serious personal injury.
1. Remove all components from the
packaging, and make sure all necessary
items are included. Refer to the “Receiving
the Tool” section.
2. The VE460 Roll Grooving Tool with support
base(s) is designed for use in a permanent
location and must be located on a level
concrete floor. After an appropriate location
is chosen, the bottom support base must
be level and securely anchored. A non-
level tool can severely affect grooving
operation.
3. Select a location for the tool/support
base(s) and pipe stand by taking into
consideration the following factors:
3a. The required power supply (refer to the
“Power Requirements” section)
3b. Ambient temperature requirements of 20º
F to 104º F/-21ºC to 26º C
3c. A level concrete floor for the tool/support
base(s) and pipe stand
3d. Adequate space to handle pipe lengths
3e. Adequate clearance around the tool/
support base(s) for adjustment and
maintenance (refer to drawings above)
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WARNING
• During tool setup, two people are needed
to safely handle the stabilizer assembly
due to its weight.
• An alternative is to use a hoist to lift the
stabilizer assembly into position.
Failure to follow these instructions could
result in serious personal injury.
4. Remove the stabilizer bolts and lock
washers from the front and right side of the
tool. Position the stabilizer assembly onto
the front, right corner of the tool so that the
mounting holes in the stabilizer assembly
align with the mounting holes in the tool.
Using the stabilizer bolts and lock washers,
removed previously from the tool, fasten
the stabilizer assembly to the tool. NOTE:
The tool frame is designed so that no nuts
are required on the ends of the bolts.
Tighten all stabilizer bolts completely until
the lock washers are compressed fully.
Anchor
Nut
Flat
Washer
5. Wedge-type concrete floor anchors
(5/8 x 4¼-inch size) must be used to secure
the bottom platform to the floor. Make
sure the floor anchors are installed into
the concrete floor in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
6. Using a four-point lifting method, as shown
above, raise the bottom support base
over the area where the floor anchors
are installed. Align the four holes in the
support base with the four floor anchors.
Slowly lower the support base over the
floor anchors. NOTE: DO NOT attempt to
move the support base with a forklift.
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7. Install a flat washer and nut onto each of
the floor anchors, as shown above. Tighten
the nut completely.
8. At this time, an additional support base
can be installed. Following the same four-
point lifting method as in step 2, raise
the second support base over the bottom
support base. Align the four holes in the
second support base with the four holes
in the bottom support base. Slowly lower
the second support base onto the bottom
support base.
9. Locate the bolt, lock washer, and nut
(supplied with the support base kit). This
hardware is required to anchor the support
bases to each other.
10. Insert a bolt up through the hole in the
bottom support base and into the hole in
the second support base. Apply a lock
washer and nut to the end of the bolt.
Tighten the nut completely until the lock
washer is compressed fully. Repeat this
step for the other three hole locations.
11. If the third support base is required, follow
steps 8 - 10.
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Lifting
Point
12. When the correct amount of support bases
are installed and secured to each other, the
tool must be lifted into position and placed
onto the support base(s). An eye bolt is
provided in the top-middle section of the
tool. Make sure the minimum capacity
rating of the overhead crane is 2000
pounds/910 kilograms.
13. As the tool is being lowered onto the
support base(s), make sure the power cord
is guided out of the way to prevent damage
to the cord. The holes in the base of the
tool must align with the innermost holes in
the support base, as shown above.
14. Locate the bolt, lock washer, and nut
(supplied with the support base kit). This
hardware is required to anchor the tool and
support base to each other.
15. Insert a bolt with a flat washer up through
the hole in the support base and into the
hole in the base of the tool. Apply a lock
washer and nut to the end of the bolt.
Tighten the nut completely until the lock
washer is compressed fully. Repeat this
step for the other three hole locations in
the support base and tool base.
NOTICE
• VE460 tools are equipped with a
detachable safety-foot-switch cord. The
safety foot switch can be removed easily
for storage in the cabinet when the tool is
not is use.
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WARNING
• Handrails must be installed and the
electrical cord/safety foot switch cord
must be routed through the support
base(s) to prevent tripping hazards.
Failure to follow this instruction could result
in serious personal injury.
16. Insert the power cord for the safety foot
switch up through the support base(s).
Plug the safety foot switch cord into the
receptacle on the side of the tool by
aligning the pins/tab of the male adapter
plug with the receptacle. Tighten the
locking ring on the plug.
17. Install the platform onto the support base.
Align the holes in the platform with the
holes in the support base, as shown above.
Repeat this step for the other side of the
tool.
Lock Washer
(16 Total)
Hex-Head Bolt
(16 Total)
Handrail Base
(8 Total)
Platform
(2 Total)
Handrail
(4 Total)
Hex Nut
(16 Total)
18. Install a handrail base onto the platform
at the eight locations on the platform/
tool support. Make sure the holes in the
handrail bases align with the holes in the
platforms/support base and that the set
screws on the handrail bases face away
from the platform, as shown above.
18a. Install a hex-head bolt through the handrail
base and into the platform/tool support.
Apply a lock washer and hex nut onto the
end of each hex-head bolt.
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18b. Tighten the hex nut completely until the
lock washer is compressed fully.
18c. Insert a handrail into each handrail base,
as shown above.
18d. Tighten the two set screws on each
handrail base to retain the handrails.
19. Installation of the support base(s) is
now complete. Proceed to the “Power
Requirements” section.
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POWER REQUIREMENTS
DANGER
• ONLY QUALIFIED
ELECTRICIANS SHOULD
CONNECT INCOMING
POWER TO THE TOOL.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock,
check the electrical source for proper
grounding.
• Always turn off the main power supply
to the tool before making any tool
adjustments or before performing any
maintenance.
• DO NOT alter the plug in any way.
Failure to follow these instructions could
result in death or serious personal injury.
The VE460 is designed to operate on a
220/440-volt, 3-phase, 60-Hz power supply.
The tools are shipped with the wiring set for
220-volt operation, unless specified otherwise
on the order. To re-wire the VE460 for 440-volt,
60-Hz service, the following conversions must
be made. Refer to the electrical schematic in the
RP-VE460 Repair Parts List and the information
contained on the nameplate on the tool’s drive
motor and hydraulic pump motor.
Conversions to 440-volt, 60-Hz Service Include:
1. Motor Connections
2. Fuse Changes
3. Thermal Overload Unit Changes
4. Transformer Connections
The circuit protection required for 220-volt
operation is 20 amps. For 440-volt operation,
15-amp circuit protection is required. All VE460
components are grounded to the frame of the
tool. Make sure the frame is properly grounded.
For other voltages and frequencies, contact
Victaulic. NOTE: Operation with certain voltages
(i.e. 380/400 volt, 3-phase, 50/60 Hz service)
requires different motors and other electrical
parts. Contact Victaulic for information regarding
operation of a tool with an alternate voltage.
POWER HOOKUP AND
VERIFICATION OF PIPE
ROTATION DIRECTION
Each VE460 Roll Grooving Tool is provided with
a label inside the main electrical enclosure,
which identifies voltage ratings, etc. for the tool
(refer to example below). Reference must be
made to this label to ensure proper tool setup.
MODEL
VOLTS PHASE HERTZ FULL-LOAD CURRENT
SERIAL NUMBER
208/230
440/460
1
3
380/400
AMPS AT 230 VOLTS
AMPS AT 460 VOLTS
AMPS AT 380 VOLTS
50
60
50/60
• GEAR OIL – AGMA 7
• HYDRAULIC OIL – HIGH-PRESSURE, ANTI-WEAR ISO GRADE 32
• BEARING LUBE – ANTI-WEAR, EXTREME PRESSURE NLGI GRADE 2
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Electrical Assembly
Drawing Revision Level
VOLTS PHASE HERTZ FULL-LOAD CURRENT
208/230
440/460
1
3
380/400
AMPS AT 230 VOLTS
AMPS AT 460 VOLTS
AMPS AT 380 VOLTS
50
60
50/60
DRIVE MOTOR
HYDRAULIC MOTOR
DANGER
• ONLY QUALIFIED
ELECTRICIANS SHOULD
CONNECT INCOMING
POWER TO THE TOOL.
• The tool must be grounded
properly.
Failure to follow these instructions could
result in death or serious personal injury.
The VE460 Roll Grooving Tool is supplied with
a ¾-inch nominal conduit opening for wiring
incoming power. The conduit opening is located
at the back of the tool near the main electrical
enclosure.
Incoming electrical connections must be
made inside the main electrical enclosure.
The incoming, three-phase power must be
connected at the top of the main breaker at
the upper-right side within the main electrical
enclosure.
1. Make the ground connection inside the
main electrical enclosure.
2. Make 3-phase electrical connections to the
circuit breaker of the tool.
3. After the power is connected properly, the
tool must be checked for proper rotational
direction.
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The VE460 Roll Grooving Tool is equipped with
a “TEST (JOG)” setting. Operating the tool in the
“TEST (JOG)” setting allows for:
• Determining rotation of the tool’s lower roll
• Confirming that the pipe to be grooved is
tracking properly on the lower roll
4. Turn the power switch on the side of the
tool to the “ON” position.
5. Pull the “STOP” knob on the control panel
and the electrical enclosure to the out
position.
6. Place the switch on the control panel to
the “TEST (JOG)” mode and momentarily
depress the “HYDRAULIC PUMP START”
button to energize the lower roll. Observe
lower roll rotational direction. Release the
“HYDRAULIC PUMP START” button to
de-energize the lower roll. NOTE: The
safety foot switch does not need to be
depressed while the tool is in the “TEST
(JOG)” mode.
7. Proper rotation of the lower roll is
CLOCKWISE when viewed from the front
of the tool. If rotation is clockwise, power
hookup is complete.
WARNING
• Always turn off the main power supply
to the tool before making any tool
adjustments.
Failure to follow this instruction could result
in serious personal injury.
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8. If rotation of the lower roll is counter-
clockwise, turn the power switch on the
side of the tool to the “OFF” position and
proceed with the following steps.
9. Turn off the main power supply to the tool
(main breaker panel, knife switch, etc.).
Lock the switch in the “OFF” position to
prevent accidental engagement. NOTE:
Victaulic does not supply this lockout
mechanism.
10. Open the main enclosure by loosening
the screw on the two brackets of the main
enclosure. Push in the lever at the bottom
of the handle while turning clockwise to
open the main enclosure. Reverse any of
the two incoming lines at the top of the
main breaker (located at the upper-right
side within the enclosure).
11. Close the main enclosure and re-tighten
the screw on the two brackets.
12. Turn on the main power supply to the tool
(main breaker panel, knife switch, etc.).
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13. Follow steps 4 - 7 to check the rotational
direction of the lower roll. If rotational
direction is not clockwise, contact Victaulic.
If rotational direction is clockwise, the
power hookup procedure is complete.
PREPARING PIPE FOR
GROOVING
For proper tool operation and production of
grooves that are within Victaulic specifications,
the following pipe preparation steps must be
followed.
Victaulic recommends square-cut pipe for use
with grooved-end pipe products. Square-cut
pipe MUST be used with Victaulic FlushSeal®
and EndSeal® gaskets. For 12-inch/323.9-mm
and smaller pipe sizes, beveled-end pipe may
be used with Victaulic standard and Vic-Flange
gaskets, provided that the wall thickness is
standard wall (ANSI B36.10) or less and that the
bevel meets ANSI B16.25 (37½°) or ASTM A-53
(30°). NOTE: Roll grooving beveled-end pipe
may result in unacceptable pipe flare. Beveled
steel pipe in 14 - 60-inch/355.6 - 1524-mm
sizes is acceptable with Victaulic Advanced
Grooving System (AGS) standard or FlushSeal
gaskets, including AGS Vic-Flanges.
1. For 12-inch/323.9-mm and smaller pipe
sizes, raised internal and external weld
beads and seams must be ground flush
with the pipe surface 2 inches/50 mm
back from the pipe ends.
1a. For 14 - 38-inch/355.6 - 965-mm pipe
sizes, raised internal and external weld
beads and seams must be ground flush
with the pipe surface 4 inches/100 mm
back from the pipe ends.
1b. For 40 - 60-inch/1016 - 1524-mm pipe
sizes, raised internal and external weld
beads and seams must be ground flush
with the pipe surface 4 ½ inches/115 mm
back from the pipe ends.
2. All coarse scale, dirt, and other foreign
material must be removed from the interior
and exterior surfaces of the pipe ends.
CAUTION
• For maximum grooving roll life, remove
foreign material and loose rust from the
interior and exterior surfaces of the pipe
ends. Rust is an abrasive material that
will wear the surface of grooving rolls.
Foreign material may interfere with or
damage grooving rolls, resulting in distorted
grooves and grooves that are out of Victaulic
specifications.
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