Dixon HF225 Operator's Manual

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Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. FUSIONMASTER® and DIXON® are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries Pty. Ltd. ©August 2002 Revised August 2013 Page 2 1. Safety considerations ...............................................................................................................................3 2. Machine Description................................................................. ...

Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. FUSIONMASTER® and DIXON® are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries Pty. Ltd. ©August 2002 Revised August 2013 Page 3 1. Safety considerations This machine should only be used by an operator fully trained in its use. Read these operating instructions carefully. Learn the operation, limitations and potential hazards of using your butt fusion mach ...

Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. FUSIONMASTER® and DIXON® are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries Pty. Ltd. ©August 2002 Revised August 2013 Page 4 2. Machine Description The FUSIONMASTER® HF225 is designed for “single pressure – low pressure” butt welding of pipe from 225mm down to 63mm. It is ideally suited to joining PE pipe to pipe in the field. The HF225 machine strength is ...

Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. FUSIONMASTER® and DIXON® are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries Pty. Ltd. ©August 2002 Revised August 2013 Page 5 The maximum machine pressure is factory set by adjusting a pressure relief valve located in the pump. 2.3. Heater Plate The 1400W, 240V, single phase aluminium heater plate has a cast in circular element to ensure uniform heat distribution a ...

Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. FUSIONMASTER® and DIXON® are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries Pty. Ltd. ©August 2002 Revised August 2013 Page 6 3. Using the HF225 – single pressure low pressure method 3.1. Preparation 1. Connect only to a 240v, 50Hz power source. Ensure the output of any portable generator used is 240v ±20v. 2. Check for air in the hydraulic system and bleed if n ...

Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. FUSIONMASTER® and DIXON® are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries Pty. Ltd. ©August 2002 Revised August 2013 Page 7 Move the pipe ends apart and place the facing machine between the pipe faces. Ensure the facer body is securely hooked on to both guide shafts as this will ensure the facer sits square to the frame and parallel with the clamps. Start the fac ...

Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. FUSIONMASTER® and DIXON® are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries Pty. Ltd. ©August 2002 Revised August 2013 Page 8 which could take 20 minutes or more for large pipes. Once the rate of pressure loss has diminished, close the lock off valve to maintain the hydraulic pressure at a sufficient level until the cooling cycle is completed. Maintain the pipe und ...

Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. FUSIONMASTER® and DIXON® are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries Pty. Ltd. ©August 2002 Revised August 2013 Page 9 4. Maintenance - Daily 4.1. Maintenance - Daily Check List 1. Keep the machine and accessories clean and free of dust and grease. Do not lubricate any HF225 components except for the facer drive (see later). 2. Inspect hydraulic components ...

Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. FUSIONMASTER® and DIXON® are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries Pty. Ltd. ©August 2002 Revised August 2013 Page 10 5.4. Temperature Calibration The thermometer in the heater plate indicates the internal plate temperature not the surface temperature, although the difference will not be great. It is essential to check and record the surface temperature of ...

Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. FUSIONMASTER® and DIXON® are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries Pty. Ltd. ©August 2002 Revised August 2013 Page 11 (should be 40 ohms ±10%). If there is a short circuit, the element pad must be replaced. If the element, leads and connectors are OK, the controller will be faulty and must be replaced. 6. Before re-fitting the controller, sparingly coat t ...

Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. FUSIONMASTER® and DIXON® are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries Pty. Ltd. ©August 2002 Revised August 2013 Page 12 5.12. Facer Drive Refer to Facer drawing. 1. Access the facer drive assembly by removing the securing screw from the facer plate and removing the plate. 2. Inspect the worm and worm wheel assembly for wear. If the worm, or worm wheel, or wo ...

Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. FUSIONMASTER® and DIXON® are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries Pty. Ltd. ©August 2002 Revised August 2013 Page 13 6. Notes About Heater Plates And Temperature 6.1. PE Welding Temperatures Polyethylene pipe is weldable at temperatures ranging from 180°C to 260°C. However butt fusion parameters typically specify 220 ±15°C which is the required surfac ...

Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. FUSIONMASTER® and DIXON® are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries Pty. Ltd. ©August 2002 Revised August 2013 Page 14 7. Butt Welding Guidelines It is recommended that the following guidelines be downloaded from Plastics Industry Pipe Association of Australia Ltd web site (www.pipa.com.au) 1. POP003 Butt Fusion Jointing of PE Pipes and Fittings - Recommend ...

Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. Simply Better. FUSIONMASTER® and DIXON® are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries Pty. Ltd. ©August 2002 Revised August 2013 Page 15 9. Warranty FUSIONMASTER Butt Fusion Equipment 1. Subject to the terms below, Dixon Industries Pty Ltd (“The Company”) warrants to repair or replace at its option ex-works Adelaide any product manufactured or repaired by it within 2 ...

BF225216 27 1 Hexagon Socket Head Cap Screw BF000232 26 1 Hex Nut BF000166 25 1 Facer Handle BF200218 24 6 Countersunk Screw BF000217 23 1 Cutter Blade (bored) BF200212B 22 1 Cutter Blade ( tapped) BF200212T 21 2 Felt Seal - pair BF200205 20 2 Thrust Ring - pair BF200207 19 1 Hexagon Socket Head Cap Screw BF000267 18 1 Cutter Plate ( tapped) BF200208 17 1 Cutter Plate (bored) BF200202 16 3 Pin - Slotted Spring BF000337 15 1 Wo ...