OPERATOR SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
The Victaulic Power Mule II is designed
to drive Victaulic Cut Grooving Tools. These
instructions shall be read and understood by
each operator PRIOR to working with the
Power Mule II. These instructions describe safe
operation of the tool, including set up and
maintenance. Each operator shall become
familiar with the tool’s operations, applications,
and limitations. Particular care shall be given
to reading and understanding the dangers,
warnings, and cautions described throughout
these operating instructions.
Use of this tool requires dexterity and
mechanical skills, as well as sound safety habits.
Although this tool is designed and manufactured
for safe, dependable operation, it is difficult to
anticipate all combinations of circumstances
that could result in an accident. The following
instructions are recommended for safe operation
of this tool. The operator is cautioned to always
practice “safety first” during each phase of
use, including set up and maintenance. It is the
responsibility of the lessee or user of this tool to
ensure that all operators read this manual and
fully understand the operation of this tool.
Store this manual in a clean, dry area where it is
always readily available. Additional copies
of this manual are available upon request
through Victaulic, or can be downloaded at
victaulic.com.
DANGER
1. Avoid using the tool in potentially
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.
WARNING
1. Prevent back injury. Always use proper
lifting techniques when handling tool
components.
2. Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose
clothing, jewelry, or anything that can
become entangled in moving parts.
3. Wear protective items when working with
tools. Always wear safety glasses, hardhat,
foot protection, and hearing protection.
4. Keep hands and tools away from power
drive during grooving operation. Rotation
of the power drive can pinch or entangle
fingers and hands.
5. Do not reach inside pipe ends during tool
operation. Pipe edges can be sharp and
can snag hands and shirt sleeves.
7. Do not over-reach. Maintain proper
balance at all times. Verify that all controls
are easily accessible to the operator.
8. Do not make any modifications to the
tool. Do not remove any safety guarding
or any components that would affect tool
performance.
9. Prevent accidental start-ups. Always
unplug the power head from the safety foot
switch. This power mule’s rotation control
switch DOES NOT feature a “neutral” or
“off” position. Depressing the safety foot
switch will energize the tool immediately
if it is not unplugged. ALWAYS USE THE
SAFETY FOOT SWITCH TO OPERATE
THE POWER MULE.
TM-PMII_4 REV_C
TM-PMII / Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual
