Timberline Tool TR650 Instruction Manual
Instruction
Manual
Model TR650
TopReach Clamp
SAVE these instructions
for future reference.
For your personal safety
READ and UNDERSTAND
instructions before using tools.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Table 1 : Squeeze-o Tool for 2” to 4” (63mm - 126mm) PE Pipe *
Length: 6.5 ft ** 2.0 m **
Width: 17.8 in 45.1 cm
Weight: 60.0 lb 27.3 kg
Table 2 : Rate of Closure
Pipe Size
# of Revo-
lutions to
Close
Maximum # of
Revolutions per
minute to Close per
ASTM Specifi cations
Minimum Rev-
olution Period
in Seconds
3-Inch 34 11.0 5.5
4-Inch 39 9.5 6.4
6-Inch 48 8.0 7.5
* Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifi cations without notice
** Additional handle extensions may be added to increase the reach of the tool.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
For all Tools
READ and UNDERSTAND all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed
below may result in serious personal injury and/or damage to the tool.
The following ASTM standards provide guidance and requirements for squeeze-off
tools, operating procedures, and qualifi cation procedures.
• ASTM F1041, “Standard Guide for Squeeze-off of Polyolefi n Gas Pressure
Pipe and Tubing”
• ASTM F1563, “Standard Specifi cation for Tools to Squeeze-Off Polyethylene
(PE) Gas Pipe or Tubing”
• ASTM F1734, “Standard Practice for Qualifi cation of a Combination of Squeeze
Tool, Pipe, and Squeeze-Off Procedures to Avoid Long-Term Damage in Polyethylene (PE) Gas Pipe”
* The SDR is the ratio of pipe diameter to wall thickness. SDR can be be expressed
as SDR = D/s where D = pipe outside diameter and s = pipe wall thickness.
TIMBERLINE TR650
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INTRODUCTION
Timberline squeeze-off tools are designed to temporarily stop the pressurized fl ow of
liquid or gas in polyethylene (PE) pipe.
Squeeze-off is a technique used to control the fl ow of gas or liquid in polyethylene
pipe by compressing the pipe between parallel bars until the inside surfaces make
contact. The fl exibility and toughness of most polyethylene pipes allow the pipe to
recover from a properly made squeeze-off without a measurable loss in service life.
Squeeze-off is useful for making installation tie-ins and emergency repairs.
Timberline squeeze-off tools are made from high strength aluminum for superior
durability and will not bend or break under normal use. However, care must be taken
to ensure that the pipe is free of foreign material and the slap on jaw matches the
diameter and wall thickness / SDR of the pipe to be squeezed. *
Please read the following suggested procedure for squeezing off polyethylene plastic
pipe using Timberline Squeeze-off Tools.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Static Electricity Safety
Use a proper grounding rod at all times to insure personal safety.
PE pipe is a relatively low conductor of electricity. As a result PE
pipe does build up a static charge when it is in gas service due to
the gas fl ow on the inside of the pipe. During squeeze-off a larger amount of static
charge builds up.
In addition to the potential for pipe damage due to static discharge, the build up
of a static charge represents an ignition source. Timberline Tool recommends
that you follow all of your company grounding techniques and that all personnel
involved in squeeze-off operations receive training on those grounding procedures
so that they understand the hazards involved.
Wor kp la ce Safe ty
Prior to using any squeeze-off tool, consult ASTM Standards F104102, F1563-01 and F1734-03.
Always follow applicable company and OSHA safety procedures.
Observe pipe manufacturers’ recommendations and precautions for squeeze-off of
polyethylene pipe, exercising particular caution when leaking gas is present.
Safety fi rst. Timberline squeeze-off tools must be used by qualifi ed, trained per-
sonnel only and must never be left on the pipe unattended. Refer to pipe manufacturers’ recommendations for locating squeeze-off distances from fi ttings and joints.
Personal Safety
Stay Alert, watch what you are doing, and do not use tools while
tired or under the infl uence of narcotics, alcohol, or medication.
Use proper clothing, eye protection, and safety equipment when
using squeeze-tools.
A moment of inattention while operating squeeze-off tools may result in personal injury.
Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons.
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