Typical Installation - Watts Orion Thermal Socket Fusion Instrucciones De Instalación

Typical Installation

Step 1
Remove the socket fusion tool and stand from their case and inspect for any
obvious signs of damage, especially the power cord and plug. Should the tool
appear damaged, do not continue: if new and purchased from Orion, contact
oriontechs@wattswater.com or phone (910) 865-7530; if rented, contact the owner
for assistance. With the tool in good working order, attach the required size of tool
heads (one male, one female) to either side of the tool heating plate by means of
the nut and bolt provided. When properly secured, the tool heads should not be
able to rotate on the heating plate.
Step 2
Mount the tool onto the stand provided, or secure the tool to a bench vise,
taking care to protect the tool from damage by padding vise jaws and not over-
tightening. Plug the tool in and allow it to heat up to fusion temperature, typically
about 20 minutes. Orion socket fusion tools are thermostatically controlled and
factory set; however, settings can vary due to factors such as weather, current
variances, cord lengths, type of power source, etc. These variables should be
checked on site, and if necessary compensated for by adjusting the tool thermo-
stat control.
Step 3
Fusion temperature should be verified by using Tempilstiks , which are crayons
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having specific melt temperatures. After plugging in the fusion tool, make a mark
on the outside of the female tool head with the 488°F Tempilstik if fusing PP, or
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the 525°F Tempilstik if fusing PVDF. When the Tempilstik mark discolors and
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melts, the tool is ready for fusion.
Step 4
Material preparation is essential to achieving satisfactory results. Both pipe and
fitting socket ends should be cleaned with a lint-free cloth sprayed with 90% iso-
propyl alcohol before fusing to remove cement dust or any other adhering dirt or
debris that will interfere with the fusion process. Once the pipe has been cleaned,
cut it with a thin-wheel plastic pipe cutter. Deburr and bevel the cut end of the
pipe with a deburring tool. A beveled end will minimize the amount of bead on the
inside of the fitting socket when fused.
Step 5
Measure the depth of the fitting socket to be fused. Subtract ⁄ ".
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