Specifications
14 VE106 Groove-N-Go Tool
8. Replace the groove-depth gauge onto
the gauge retainer. Re-install and tighten the
wing nut.
9. Prepare a trial groove. Refer to the
"Grooving Operation" section, starting on
page 15.
10. After a trial groove is prepared and the
pipe/tubing is removed from the tool, carefully
check the groove diameter (“C” dimension).
Refer to the "Roll Groove Specifications" sec-
tion, starting on page 31. The pipe tape, sup-
plied with the tool, is the best method for
checking the “C” dimension. In addition, a
vernier caliper or narrow-land micrometer can
be used to check this dimension at two loca-
tions (90º apart) around the groove. The aver-
age reading must be within the required
groove diameter specification.
11. If the groove diameter (“C” dimension) is
not within Victaulic specifications, the diame-
ter stop must be adjusted.
11a.To DECREASE the groove diameter
(increase groove depth), turn the di-
ameter stop counterclockwise (when
viewed from above the tool).
11b.To INCREASE the groove diameter
(decrease groove depth), turn the di-
ameter stop clockwise (when viewed
from above the tool).
WARNING
Grooving rolls can crush or cut
fingers and hands.
• Before making any tool adjust-
ments, always disconnect the
power cord from the electrical
source.
• Loading and unloading pipe/tubing will place your
hands close to the rollers. Keep hands away from
the grooving rolls during operation.
• Never reach inside the pipe/tubing end or across the
tool or pipe/tubing during operation.
• Always groove pipe/tubing in a COUNTERCLOCK-
WISE direction only.
• Never groove pipe/tubing that is shorter than the
recommended lengths listed in this manual.
• Never wear loose clothing, loose gloves, or anything
that can become entangled in moving parts.
CAUTION
• The “C” dimension (groove diameter) must conform
to Victaulic specifications to ensure proper joint
performance.
Failure to follow this instruction could cause joint
failure, resulting in personal injury and/or property
damage.
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