Viega Picco 6 User manual

Instructions for Use
Pressgun Picco 6 press machine
with battery
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for all Viega system press jaws, rings and hinged adapter jaws
with Picco interface
Model
2489.3
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Table of contents
1About these instructions for use 3
1.1 Target groups 3
1.2 Labelling of advisory text and safety symbols 3
1.3 About this translated version 5
1.4 Note on use of abbreviated terms 5
2Product information 6
2.1 Standards and regulations 6
2.2 General safety advice for electrical tools 6
2.3 Intended use 10
2.3.1 Areas of use 10
2.4 Product description 10
2.4.1 Overview 10
2.4.2 Technical data 13
2.4.3 Compatible accessories 14
2.4.4 Operating mode 14
2.4.5 Control elements and indicators at the press
machine 15
3Handling 17
3.1 Transport and storage 17
3.2 Commissioning 18
3.3 Carrying out the pressing process 19
3.4 Aborting the pressing process 21
3.5 Troubleshooting 22
3.6 Care and maintenance 23
3.6.1 Cleaning the press tools 23
3.6.2 Performing checks 24
3.6.3 Inspection and maintenance 24
3.7 Disposal 25
4Appendix 27
4.1 Warranty 27
4.2 EC Declaration of Conformity 28
4.3 Service partners 28
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1 About these instructions for use
Trade mark rights exist for this document; for further information, go to
viega.com/legal.
These instructions are a translation of the original operating instructions.
1.1 Target groups
The information in these operating instructions is directed at the fol‐
lowing groups of people:
nHeating and plumbing experts and trained personnel
This product must not be used by persons who do not have the afore‐
mentioned training or qualifications.
1.2 Labelling of advisory text and safety symbols
Warning and advisory texts are set aside from the remainder of the text
and are labelled with the relevant pictographs.
DANGER!
This symbol warns of possible life-threatening injury.
WARNING!
This symbol warns of possible serious injury.
CAUTION!
This symbol warns of possible injury.
NOTICE!
This symbol warns of possible damage to property.
This symbol gives additional information and hints.
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Pay attention to the warning signs and symbols on the press machine
and accessories:
General hazard symbol
Comply with all instructions marked with this symbol to
avoid injuries or danger to life.
Hazard of crushing your hands, fingers, and other body
parts
Hazard of electric shock
Observe the operating instructions
Read the operating and safety instructions carefully prior to
the commissioning procedure.
Wear eye protection
Wear safety glasses with side protection to avoid injury.
Use electrical tools and accessories only in areas protected
from moisture.
Protection class II (double insulated casing)
The marked product must not be disposed of as household
waste.
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Recyclable rechargeable lithium ion batteries, see
Ä Chapter 3.7 ‘Disposal’ on page 25
CE marking: Product safety in Europe
Direct voltage V d.c.
Warning signs and symbols
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1.3 About this translated version
This instruction for use contains important information about the choice
of product or system, assembly and commissioning as well as intended
use and, if required, maintenance measures. The information about the
products, their properties and application technology are based on the
current standards in Europe (e.g. EN) and/or in Germany
(e.g. DIN/DVGW).
Some passages in the text may refer to technical codes in Europe/
Germany. These should serve as recommendations in the absence of
corresponding national regulations. The relevant national laws, stand‐
ards, regulations, directives and other technical provisions take priority
over the German/European directives specified in this manual: The
information herein is not binding for other countries and regions; as said
above, they should be understood as a recommendation.
1.4 Note on use of abbreviated terms
For reading comfort, the following abbreviated terms are used in these
instructions for use:
Term Abbreviated form
Viega system press machine
Pressgun Picco 6
Press machine
Viega system press jaws Press jaws
Viega system press rings Press rings
Viega system press tool Press tool
Combinations of for example:
nPress machine and press jaws
nPress machine with hinged
adapter jaws and press ring
Term Abbreviated form
Lithium ion rechargeable battery Rechargeable battery
Battery charger Charger
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2 Product information
2.1 Standards and regulations
The following standards and regulations apply to Germany / Europe and
are provided as a support feature.
Regulations from section: Disposal
Scope / Notice Regulations applicable in Ger‐
many
Disposal of old electrical and
electronic appliances
2012/19/EU
2.2 General safety advice for electrical tools
This section contains general safety instructions for numerous different
products and electrical tools. Consequently, not every safety instruction
will apply to this tool.
WARNING!
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illus‐
trations and specifications provided with this
power tool.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated
(corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
a) Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Work area safety
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a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any
way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as
pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suit‐
able for outdoor use.
Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) lf operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a
residual current device (RCD) protected supply.
Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard
hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position
before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or
carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power
tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool
on.
A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair
and clothing away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) lf devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and col‐
lection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used.
Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
Electrical safety
Personal safety
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h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to
become complacent and ignore tool safety principles.
A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your
application.
The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous
and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the bat‐
tery pack, if detachable, from the power tool before making any adjust‐
ments, changing accessories, or storing power tools.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power
tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow
persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that
may affect the power tool's operation. lf damaged, have the power tool
repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely
to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with
these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the
work to be performed.
Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and
grease.
Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling
and control of the tool in unexpected situations.
a) Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer.
A charger that is suitable for one type battery pack may create a risk of
fire when used with another battery pack.
b) Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs.
Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal
objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
Power tool use and care
Battery tool use and care
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d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery;
avoid contact. lf contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. lf liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
e) Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified.
Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour
resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
f) Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature.
Exposure to fire or temperature above 130 °C may cause explosion.
g) Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or
tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions.
Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may
damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
b) Never service damaged battery packs.
Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer
or authorized service providers.
a) Use the correct tools.
Only use the tools and accessories listed in the operating instructions.
Do not use electric tools for purposes or work they are not intended for.
b) Secure the workpiece.
Use clamping devices or a vice to hold the workpiece. lt is held more
securely than it would be by hand and both your hands are free to
operate the tool.
c) Leave protective equipment in place.
d) Hand-held devices must not to be used as stationary equipment.
e) Do not hold the device in the compression area.
f) Do not hold any body parts or foreign objects between the press jaws
when activating the pressing cycle. Do not hold the jaw lever during the
pressing cycle. Danger of crushing!
There is a danger of crushing the Fingers and hands.
g) Observe the safety instructions for the cleaning and corrosion protec‐
tion agents used by you.
h) Ensure that the workpiece is not under tension.
Service
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2.3 Intended use
2.3.1 Areas of use
The Viega system press machine Pressgun Picco 6 is intended for
pressing press connectors into the respective piping systems. In combi‐
nation with Viega press jaws, the press tool is suitable for use with all
Viega sanitary and heating installation systems up and including dimen‐
sion 40.
2.4 Product description
2.4.1 Overview
nPressgun Picco 6
nLithium ion rechargeable battery (18 V / 2.5 Ah)
nBattery charger
nTransport case with case inlay (with space saver for an additional
battery)
nOperating instructions for press machine
nOperating instructions for charger and rechargeable battery
Scope of delivery
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Fig. 1: Overview
1 Fixing lug for carrying strap
2 Rotatable cylinder head with holder for press jaws
3 Retaining bolt
4 Retaining bolt lever
5 Status LED
6 Start button
7 Reset button
8 Rechargeable battery compartment
9 Display
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Fig. 2: Control elements on the lithium ion rechargeable battery
1 Rechargeable battery release
2 Button for checking charging status
3 Charging status indicator
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Fig. 3: Control elements on the battery charger
1 Rechargeable battery compartment
2 Status LED
▶To prevent injury during the pressing, hold the press machine at the
gripping surface provided as shown.
Lithium ion rechargeable battery
Battery charger
Gripping surfaces on the press machine
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Fig. 4: Specification plate
1 Manufacturer logo with address
2 Article number / serial number
3 QR code (see specification plate)
4 Voltage (V), current (A), nominal output (W), nominal power (kN)
5 Maximum three pressings per minute (≤ DN 54)
6 Protection type
7 Year of manufacture
8 Type designation for the press machine
For explanations on the symbols, see Ä Chapter 1.2 ‘Labelling of advi‐
sory text and safety symbols’ on page 3
2.4.2 Technical data
Nominal output 324 W
Voltage 18 V DC
Current 18 A
Machine monitoring Electronic
Acoustic power level max. 79.7 dB(A) 1)
Sound pressure on ear 68.7 dB(A) 1)
Oscillation level < 2.5 m/s2 2)
Power transmission hydraulic
Thrust on piston 24 kN
Switch-on duration Maximum three pressings per
minute
1) measurement uncertainty 3 dB(A)
2) measurement uncertainty 1.5 m/s2
Data on the specification plate
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Permitted operating temperature -10 °C up to 50 °C
Weight without rechargeable bat‐
tery
2500 g
1) measurement uncertainty 3 dB(A)
2) measurement uncertainty 1.5 m/s2
NOTICE!
Wear hearing protection.
The specified oscillation emission value was measured in accordance
with a standardised test procedure and can be used to compare the
machine with another device. The specified oscillation emission value
can also be used for an initial assessment of the intermittent duty.
When the device is actually being used, the oscillation emission value
may differ from specified value, depending on the manner in which the
device is used. Depending on the actual conditions of use (intermittent
duty), it may be necessary to specify safety measures to protect the
user.
2.4.3 Compatible accessories
Only use original accessories (e.g. rechargeable batteries) with the
Viega press tools, as only these were developed and adapted specifi‐
cally for use with the Viega press connector systems. Viega does not
check whether accessories from other manufacturers are suitable for
use with Viega press tools.
Name Model Note
Rechargeable bat‐
tery 2.5 Ah / 18 V
Rechargeable bat‐
tery 5 Ah / 18 V
2488.63 In combination with battery
charger model 2488.65
Generation Pressgun 6
Rechargeable bat‐
tery 2 Ah / 18 V
Rechargeable bat‐
tery 4 Ah / 18 V
2488.1 In combination with battery
charger model 2488.3
Generation Pressgun 4B / 5
2.4.4 Operating mode
The Viega Pressgun Picco 6 is an electro-hydraulically operated press
machine. The press machine is switched on by actuating the Start
button once. To initiate a pressing, the Start button must then be
pressed and held down. The hydraulically operated roller head moves
forwards into the press jaw and closes it with a power of 24 kN.
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The Pressgun Picco 6 operates with a voltage of 18 V DC.
The press machine operates by a positively controlled process. This
means:
nThe Start button must be pressed until a minimum force is reached.
The automatic process completes the pressing from this point until
the entire press stroke has been carried out.
The roller head then returns to its starting position.
nUntil the minimum force is reached, even when the Start button is
temporarily released, the roller head of the press machine stays in
the position reached.
The pressing can be continued or aborted, see Ä Chapter 3.4
‘Aborting the pressing process’ on page 21.
If the press machine is not used for 150 seconds, it will automatically go
into standby mode.
2.4.5 Control elements and indicators at the press machine
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1 Temperature symbol*
2 Maintenance symbol*
3 Battery indicator
4 Number of pressings
* This symbol will be shown if there is a malfunction; see also Ä Chapter
3.5 ‘Troubleshooting’ on page 22.
Automatic positive control process
Automatic standby mode
Display
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The LED indicates the current status of the press machine.
LED indicator Explanation
The LED is continuously illumi‐
nated.
The press machine is switched
on.
The LED flashes continuously. The battery needs charging.
The LED flashes twice then
pauses. The display repeats.
The press machine is outside the
permitted temperature range
(-10°C to 50°C).
The LED flashes three times then
pauses. The display repeats.
30,000 strokes have been
reached or exceeded. Mainte‐
nance is due.
The press machine has a mal‐
function.
Use the Start button to turn on the press machine (standby mode).
Press the Start button again to trigger a pressing.
If a malfunction occurs and the press machine fails to complete the
pressing, press the Reset button to return the roller head to its initial
position; see Ä Chapter 3.4 ‘Aborting the pressing process’ on page 21.
The press jaw fixture in the front part of the cylinder head is 270° rotat‐
able to allow for flexible alignment of the press jaws to the pressing
point.
Status LED
Start button
Reset button
Rotatable cylinder head
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3 Handling
3.1 Transport and storage
NOTICE!
Risk of damage to and malfunctioning of the
press machine due to improper use!
Use a transport case for storage and transport.
NOTICE!
Transporting and storing the rechargeable
battery
Observe the manufacturer's instructions for transport and
storage.
DANGER!
Risk of crushing!
Risk of getting your fingers and hands crushed.
nStore the press machine out of reach of children and
unauthorised persons.
Observe the following instructions for transport and storage of the press
machine:
nDisconnect the press machine from the power supply (rechargeable
battery).
nStore the press machine in a dry, frost-free place in the case pro‐
vided.
Protect the press machine and accessories from the following external
influences:
nImpacts
nMoisture and humidity
nDust and dirt
nFrost and extreme heat
nChemical solutions and vapours
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3.2 Commissioning
CAUTION!
Risk of crushing by operating the press
machine without press jaws!
If no press jaw is inserted, your fingers may get caught in
the danger zone and get crushed when the press machine
starts up.
nDo not use the press machine without a press jaw
inserted.
nDo not put your fingers in the danger zone.
CAUTION!
Risk of device damage due to failure to fully
lock the retaining bolt!
If the retaining bolt is not fully inserted and locked, the
cylinder may tear during pressing.
nEnsure that the retaining bolt is locked before starting
pressing.
▶Check the scope of delivery.
▶Insert the fully charged lithium ion rechargeable battery into the
mounting bracket at the handle.
INFO! Press the charging status button to check the bat‐
tery charge level. The display extinguishes as soon as the
button is released again.
▶Turn the retaining bolt lever of the retaining bolt by 180° to release it
from the lock position.
▶Pull out the retaining bolt.
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▶Insert the press jaw in the press jaw fixture of the cylinder head.
INFO! The figures show the typical use of a press jaw. Use
the hinged adapter jaws in the same way.
▶Slide the retaining bolt in as far as it will go and turn the retaining
bolt lever by 180° to return it to its snap-in position.
▶Press the Start button.
▷The green LED is lit. The press machine is ready for operation.
3.3 Carrying out the pressing process
CAUTION!
Risk of crushing due to improper use!
nDo not start the press machine without a press jaw
inserted.
nDo not reach into the area of the moving roller head or
press jaws during pressing.
NOTICE!
Risk of property damage due to damaged
press jaws!
Using a damaged, incorrectly dimensioned, or worn press
jaw may result in an incorrect pressing.
nCheck the press jaw before use for any visible defect,
and if applicable replace the press jaw.
nOnly use press jaws that are the right dimension and
are compatible with the press connector system.
2.1.
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The press jaw must be able to lock properly during
pressing.
nEnsure that there is enough space on the press point.
nKeep the press jaw contour and the area around the
press point free from dirt and any objects that could
hinder complete pressing.
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