Victaulic TM-HCT908 Operating And Maintenance Instruction Manual
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL
HCT908 Hole Cutting Tool
WARNING
Original Instructions
WARNING
Failure to follow instructions and warnings could result in death,
serious personal injury, property damage, and/or product damage.
• Before operating or servicing any grooving tools, read all
instructions in this manual and all warning labels on the tool.
• Wear safety glasses, hardhat, foot protection, and hearing
protection while working around this tool.
• Save this operating and maintenance manual in a place
accessible to all operators of the tool.
If you need additional copies of any literature, or if you have questions concerning the safe
and proper operation of this tool, contact Victaulic, P.O. Box 31, Easton, PA 18044-0031,
Phone: 1-800-PICK-VIC, E-Mail: pickvic@victaulic.com.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Hazard Identification ................. 4
Operator Safety Instructions ............ 4
Introduction ....................... 6
Receiving The Tool ...................6
Container Contents ...................6
Returning The Tool ...................6
Power Requirements ................. 7
Power Supply Requirements ............7
Extension Cord Requirements ...........7
Tool Nomenclature................... 8
Installing the Hole Saw ............... 9
Tool Setup ........................ 9
Tool Operation......................11
Removing the Hole Saw .............. 13
Maintenance .......................14
Lubrication ........................14
Adjusting the Gib ....................14
Parts Ordering Information .............14
Accessories........................15
Troubleshooting.....................15
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HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Definitions for identifying the various hazard
levels are provided below.
This safety alert symbol indicates
important safety messages. When
you see this symbol, be alert to the
possibility of personal injury.
Carefully read and fully understand the message
that follows.
DANGER
• The use of the word “DANGER” identifies
an immediate hazard with a likelihood
of death or serious personal injury if
instructions, including recommended
precautions, are not followed.
WARNING
• The use of the word “WARNING”
identifies the presence of hazards
or unsafe practices that could result
in death or serious personal injury if
instructions, including recommended
precautions, are not followed.
CAUTION
• The use of the word “CAUTION”
identifies possible hazards or unsafe
practices that could result in personal
injury and product or property damage
if instructions, including recommended
precautions, are not followed.
NOTICE
• The use of the word “NOTICE” identifies
special instructions that are important
but not related to hazards.
OPERATOR SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
The HCT908 tool is designed ONLY for cutting
holes in steel and stainless steel pipe and
copper tubing, and should ONLY be used for
that purpose. These instructions must be read
and understood by each operator PRIOR to
working with the grooving tool. These instructions
describe safe operation of the tool, including
set up and maintenance. Each operator must
become familiar with the tool’s operations,
applications, and limitations. Particular care
should be given to reading and understanding
the dangers, warnings, and cautions described
throughout these operating instructions.
Use of this tool requires dexterity and mechanical skills, as well as sound safety habits.
Although this tool is designed and manufactured
for safe, dependable operation, it is difficult to
anticipate all combinations of circumstances
that could result in an accident. The following
instructions are recommended for safe operation
of this tool. The operator is cautioned to always
practice “safety first” during each phase of
use, including set up and maintenance. It is the
responsibility of the lessee or user of this tool
to verify that all operators read this manual and
fully understand the operation of this tool.
Store this manual in a clean, dry area where
it is always readily available. Additional copies
of this manual are available upon request
through Victaulic, or can be downloaded at
victaulic.com.
DANGER
1. Avoid using the tool in potentially
dangerous environments. Do not expose
the tool to rain, and do not use the tool in
damp or wet locations. Do not cut holes
into pressurized pipe/tubing or pipe/tubing
that is filled with fluid or compressed gas.
Keep the work area well lit.
2. Ground the tool to protect the operator
from electric shock. Verify that the tool
is connected to an internally grounded
electrical source.
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3. Disconnect the power cord from the
electrical source before servicing the
tool. Only authorized personnel should
perform maintenance on the tool. Always
disconnect the power cord from the
electrical source before servicing or
adjusting the tool.
4. Do not operate the tool in gaseous or
explosive environments. The tool motor
produces a normal spark, which could
ignite fumes.
WARNING
1. Prevent back injury. Always use proper
lifting techniques when handling tool
components.
2. Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose
clothing, gloves, jewelry, or anything that
can become entangled in moving parts.
3. Wear protective items when working with
tools. Always wear safety glasses, hardhat,
foot protection, and hearing protection. A
face or dust mask is recommended, since
the cutting operation produces fine metal
particles.
4. Keep hands and tools away from the arbor
assembly during the cutting operation.
Ensure that adjustment keys and wrenches
are removed from the tool before operation.
5. Do not reach inside pipe/tubing ends
during tool operation. Pipe edges can
be sharp and can snag hands and shirt
sleeves.
6. Prevent accidental startups. Do not carry
the tool with the trigger depressed.
7. Do not over-reach. Maintain proper
balance at all times.
8. Do not make any modifications to the
tool. Do not remove any safety guarding
or any components that affect tool
performance.
9. Do not abuse the power cord. Never carry
the tool by the power cord or yank the cord
out of a receptacle. Keep the cord away
from heat, oil, and sharp objects.
CAUTION
1. The HCT908 tool is designed ONLY for
grooving pipe/tubing sizes, materials, and
wall thicknesses as designated.
2. Inspect the equipment. Before using
the tool, check moveable parts for
obstructions. Ensure that tool components
are installed and adjusted in accordance
with setup instructions.
3. Stay alert. Do not operate the tool if you
are drowsy from medication or fatigue.
4. Keep visitors, trainees, and observers
away from the immediate work area. All
visitors should be kept a safe distance from
the equipment at all times. When using this
tool on an elevated floor, the area below
must remain clear of other personnel.
5. Keep work area clean. Keep the work area
around the tool clear of any obstructions
that could limit movement of the operator.
Clean up any spills.
6. Secure the tool and accessories. Verify
that the tool is stable. Refer to the “Tool
Setup” section.
7. Support the work. Use clamps or a vise to
hold work securely.
8. Do not force the tool. Do not force the tool
or accessories to perform any functions
beyond the capabilities described in these
instructions. Do not overload the tool.
9. Maintain tool with care. Keep the tool clean
to ensure proper and safe performance.
Follow the instructions for lubricating tool
components and changing accessories.
10. Use only Victaulic replacement parts
and accessories. Use of any other parts
may result in a voided warranty, improper
operation, and hazardous situations. Refer
to the “Parts Ordering Information” and
“Accessories” sections.
11. Do not remove any labels from the tool.
Replace any damaged or worn labels.
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