Zeitler EZ100 Operating Instructions

Production and Distribution

ZEITLER AG

Sonnhalde 7
CH-6206 Neuenkirch
SWITZERLAND

TEL [phone]
FAX [phone]

www.zeitler.ch [e-mail]

Dear Customer

Thank you for choosing a quality engineered ZEITLER product.

Our machines are built using modern production techniques and
comprehensive quality assurance. Every effort has been made to
ensure your satisfaction and trouble free use of the machine.

Please contact either your dealer or us for any queries concerning
your EZ100.

ZEITLER AG
Markus Zeitler

Version April 2011

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Contents

1. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS 4

2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WORKING TECHNIQUES 4

3. SCOPE OF SUPPLY EZ100 7

4. STANDARD EQUIPMENT EZ100 7

5. ACCESSORIES, EXPENDABLE MATERIAL, SPARE PARTS 8

6. PUTTING INTO OPERATION 11

7. TO USE ACCESSORIES 12

8. ASSEMBLE THE SHUTTLES 13

9. BLOWING MODE WITH EZ100 14

10. SUCTION MODE WITH EZ100 16

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CLEANING 18

12. STORAGE 18

13. TRANSPORT 18

14. SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 19

15. MAIN PARTS OF EZ100 20

16. TECHNICAL DATA EZ100 21

17. GUARANTEE / LEGAL DETAILS 22

18. EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 23

19. ADDENDUM DISKS AND AXLES 24

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1. Important Instructions

Congratulations on your purchase of an EZ100 Stringing Gun which is a product of
the highest quality. The following instructions must be observed without fail and
relevant regulations complied with, in order to guarantee the product remains
functionally efficient and has a long service life.
As with all electrical equipment, when using this Stringing Gun, particular care must
be taken to avoid personal injury and damage to equipment.

2. Safety Precautions and Working Techniques

Special safety precautions must be observed when working with an
electrical tool.

It is important you read and understand the operating instructions before
using your machine for the first time. Always keep the Operating
Instructions with the EZ100 for future reference. Non-observance of the
safety precautions may result in serious or even fatal injury.

Observe all application such as local safety regulations, standards and ordinances
of for example Government, Insurances, Associations etc.

If you have not used this type of power tool before: Have your dealer or other
experienced user show you how to operate your power tool properly.

Minors should never be allowed to use this machine except for minors of more than
16 years and being trained under supervision during their apprentice.

Bystanders, especially children, and animals should not be allowed in the area
where this machine is in use.

Inform all people present on possible dangers.

When the machine is not in use, disconnect the mains plug and place it so that it
does not endanger others. Secure it against unauthorized use.

The user of the unit is responsible for avoiding injury to third parties or damage to
their property.

Do not lend or rent your machine without the operating instructions. Be sure that
anyone using the EZ100 understands the information contained in the operating
instructions.

In some countries the operation of noise emitting electrical tools is restricted by
local regulations. Observe country specific requirements and regulations.

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Special Safety Regulations

The Stringing Gun requires electricity for it to operate, which is supplied via the mains
plug. The device must never be used with an extension cable. The required power
supply depends on the country of operation – please check the type plate on the unit
for the minimum prescribed fuse value in the socket. Use socket with an earth leakage
circuit breaker!

Arrange the mains cable in such a way that it does not create a tripping hazard.

Safety equipment

The EZ-100 Stringing Gun is equipped with an integrated thermal safety switch.

Accessories and Spare Parts

Only use genuine replacement parts and accessories that are explicitly approved
for the EZ100 by ZEITLER AG. These parts are specifically designed to match your
machine model and meet your performance requirements and also to avoid the risk
of accidents and damage to the machine . If you have any question in this respect,
consult an authorized servicing dealer.

Never attempt to modify your tool in any way since this will increase the risk of
personal injury.
ZEITLER AG excludes all liability for personal injury and damage to property
caused while using unauthorized attachments.

Engineering improvement

ZEITLER’s philosophy is to continually improve all of their products. For this reason
we may modify the design, engineering and appearance of our products
periodically.

Therefore, some changes, modifications and improvements may not be covered in
the operating instructions.

Physical Condition

To operate this unit you must be rested, in good physical condition and mental
health. If you have any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous work,
check with your doctor before operating this electrical tool.

Do not operate this machine if you are under the influence of any substance
(alcohol, drugs) which might impair visions, dexterity of judgement.

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Applications

The EZ100 Stringing Gun is intended exclusively for blowing in or sucking out
special pull lines in pipe work that has already been laid. Then, cables or extra
strong pull lines can be fixed to the pull line in order to pull them through the pipe
work.

It must not be used for any other purpose because of the increased risk of
accidents and damage to the machine. Never attempt to modify your electrical tool
in any way since this may result in accidents or damage to the machine.

Disposal of lines

Used lines can also be used for other purposes or must be properly disposed of. All
relevant regulations and laws of the particular country must be complied with when
disposing of old lines.

Personal protective equipment

Wear proper protective clothing and equipment

Clothing must be sturdy but allow complete freedom of movement. Wear
snug-fitting clothing, an overall and jacket combination, do not wear a
work coat.

Avoid any clothing, scarves, neckties, jewellery or anything that could get
into the air intake.

Tie up and confine long hair (e.g. with a hair net, cap, hard hat, etc.)

Wear sturdy shoes with non-slip soles

Wear safety glasses and ‘personal’ hearing protection, e.g. earplugs or
ear muffs.

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3. Scope of supply EZ100

Art. 100015

Art.

In original plastic carrying case with standard equipment

Art. 100045 for 230 V / 50 Hz Art. 100046 for 115 V / 60 Hz

4. Standard Equipment EZ100

100059

1 x Shoulder strap

1 x Suction unit

2 x pull line roll approx. 900 m
tensile strength 24 kg

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Art.

Art.

Art.

5 x Shuttles, free selection of five different int. conduit Ø
per int. Ø 4 disks d 3 mm with rubber ring
4 disks d 1 mm
2 axles
each set in small case clear, for assembly
The 5 dimensions of first delivery see Addendum disks

100056

Box with assembly material for shuttles

20 x screw with hole 2 x open end wrench 7 mm
40 x washer 1 x scissors
10 x ring

Operating Instructions

Screw driver no. 3

5. Accessories, Expendable Material, Spare Parts

Art.
100076

100073

100078

Art.
100079

Adapter black d 170 mm
for Ø int. of approx. 120 to 150 mm

Special equipment for small Ø of 25 to 50 mm

Parachute yellow for Ø of 60 to 100 mm

Parachute red for Ø of 100 to 150 mm

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Art.

100075

Art. 100132

Art. 100136

Cone orange with metallic head

Pull line roll d 1 mm, approx.. 900 m,
tensile strength approx. 24 kg
roll of approx. 380 g
box of 10 rolls

Pull line roll d 4 mm, 1100 m
tensile strength approx. 210 kg
roll of approx. 5,8 kg
box of 3 rolls

Art. 100140

Art.
100146

Art.
100150

Art.
100148

Art.
100006

Art.
100021

Pull line roll d 4 mm, 750 m
tensile strength 300 kg
roll of approx. 5 kg
box of 3 rolls

Screw with hole
20 pces

Ring
20 pces

Washer
20 pces

Switch

Electronic plate

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Art.
100003

100004

Motor 230 V / 50 Hz

Motor 115 V / 60 Hz

Art.
100049

Art. 100048

Art. 100051

Details please see
Addendum Disks and axles

Foam collar 140

exchange :

- tear off the used foam collar

- take off as much of the remaining adhesive as possible

- now clean the surface with some denatured alcohol

- short drying period

- fix the new foam collar and press it on tightly

Front plate complete

Sieve

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6. Putting into operation

Before any unit is put into operation, firstly ensure that the device is in perfect
and clean condition.

• Do not work in the vicinity of flammable or explosive materials, fluids, gases

or open flames

• In the event of any faults or the suspicion of a fault, disconnect the mains

plug immediately and have the device checked over by the importer or the
manufacturer

• Do not blow towards people, animals or objects

• If working on a platform or ladder, always carry the unit with the shoulder

strap

• Firstly blow through the conduit without any line (to clear any water,

impurities or the like in the conduit)

• Use protective eyewear (beware of dust, water etc.)

• If any residual water is actually left in the ducting, never work in suction

mode (damage to the motor)

• Always keep the air intake opening/screen free (danger of overheating/fire).

If any impurities are found in the screen, remove them immediately

• Never use the device if the mains cable is damaged. Have faulty cables or

plugs replaced immediately (by the manufacturer or the importer). Never pull
the plug out of the mains socket by the cable if your hands are wet. Do not
drag the cable across sharp edges or corners. Never place the cable on hot
objects.

• Caution : some of the plastic parts have limited impact resistance!

Warning !

Improper application, use, modification, operation or maintenance

can lead to serious personal injury or damage to property !

To reduce the risk of personal injury from fire, never attempt to suck

on hot or burning substances (e.g. smoldering ashes, glowing cigarettes).

To reduce the risk of fatal injury from fire or explosion, never attempt to
suck on combustible fluids (e.g. gasoline) or materials soaked in
combustible fluids.

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7. To Use Accessories

Shuttle ! firstly, blow conduit through without shuttle !

Disk d 3 mm with rubber ring

for normal sequence through all commercial conduits
as well as for conduits with deformation, dirt, dust, residues

Disk d 1 mm in case of condensed water or meteor water in conduit

fix a 1 mm disk directly in front of each 3 mm disk (1 mm + 3 mm)
gives more stability to the rubber ring, thus more power to push

ev. possibility for calibration

Parachute (see optional accessories)

• used for heavy soiled conduits and also might do in pipe constructions with

variations of Ø up to 50 mm

• should there already be a cable inside the conduit, also try with the

appropriate parachute

Parachute yellow for int. conduit Ø of 60 to 100 mm
Parachute red for int. conduit Ø of 100 to 150 mm

Cone orange with metallic head

For conduit Ø from 50 to 120 mm
insert in conduit end in case of difficult access or frayed conduit end

Adapter black

fix on the front plate for conduit Ø from approx. 120 to 150 mm

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8. Assemble the Shuttles

d 1 mm

d 3 mm

Disk d 3 mm with rubber ring
tolerance to int. conduit Ø +0/-2 mm

Disk d 1 mm in case of condensed water or meteor water
(blue coloured in picture) to be adjusted at the front of each disk of 3 mm

Assemble at each end of axle

2 washers

disk/s

1 screw with hole

tighten with the two open end wrench

only in the picture blue coloured

Never use shuttle without pull line – could get lost !

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9. Blowing mode with EZ100

► Conduit ends must be clean and cut off evenly

► Decide on the conduit end at higher level = A

B = opposite where the device is not in use : position helper

(protect your eyes, wear safety goggles !!)

A Firstly blow through conduit with air during 30 sec at max.

(water, dirt, dust)

B Check volume of air flowing out (eye protection, safety glasses/goggles)

A Prepare shuttle for the int. conduit Ø

TOLERANCE to int. conduit Ø +0/-2 mm

A Insert the pull line through the pull line supply and screw hole, knot it
tightly and leave a short end only

A Place shuttle in the conduit

A Press EZ100 tightly to the conduit

A Blow pull line in without interruption (thermal circuit breaker)

► Never block the air intake/screen with clothing or body !

A As the shuttle has reached the other end, the pull line stops uncoiling

→

if the shuttle is stuck, pull it back by hand and try from the other end or

with an alternative accessory

A Shut off the motor and place the unit

A Cut off the pull line and secure it

B Cut off the shuttle and secure the line

How to fix two pull lines rolls together :

• Insert pull line of the first roll through the pull line supply

• fix the end of this roll to an object that cannot disappear into the conduit

• blow in as far as the end of the first roll

• shut off the motor, insert the next roll through the pull line supply

• knot the two ends tightly (between pull line supply and conduit)

• restart blowing in

►►

a knot leads automatically to a reduction of the pull line’s tensile strength

NEVER BLOW IN SHUTTLE WITHOUT PULL LINE - COULD GET LOST !!

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10. Suction mode with EZ100

Only change to suction mode if blowing mode does not work

(never with water in the conduits !)

► Conduit ends must be clean and cut off evenly

► Decide on conduit end at higher level = A

B = other end where unit is not in use : position helper with pull line

roll in foil to

- assemble shuttle for the int. conduit Ø
TOLERANCE to int. conduit Ø +0/-2 mm

- insert the pull line through the screw hole, knot it tightly with a
short end left

- fix the end of the roll to an object that cannot disappear into the
conduit (especially when the roll is not of full length!)

- place shuttle in the conduit

A At the rear end of the Stringing Gun fix suction unit

A Press EZ100 tightly to the conduit

A Suck out shuttle without interruption (beware of dust)

► Never block the air intake/screen with clothing or body !

A As soon as the shuttle arrived ► B the pull line will stop uncoiling

B Cut off the pull line and secure it

A Cut off the shuttle and secure the line

►► immediately after suction clean both screens

Suction mode completed : always remove suction unit !

NEVER SUCK ON SHUTTLE WITHOUT PULL LINE - COULD GET LOST !!

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11. Cleaning

Disconnect the mains plug

Clean the unit with a damp cloth

- Do not use solvents

- Never immerse in water

- Never poke objects of any kind into the device

- Do not open the housing

- Remove any residues from the screen

12. Storage

• If the device is not in use, disconnect the mains plug

• Store the unit in its original case to protect it from damage

(with the Operating Instructions)

• Protect the unit from moisture and dust

• Temperature range: 0 to 40°C, relative air humidity 40 to.90 %

13. Transport

• Transport the unit in its original carrying case, making sure it is

correctly closed

• If the unit is dispatched by any mode of transport, it must be in ist

original carrying case, correctly closed and secured (closures
secured with cable ties)

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14. Service and Maintenance

ZEITLER AG recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out
exclusively by an authorized servicing dealer for EZ100. Service dealers are
regularly given the opportunity to attend training courses and are supplied with the
necessary technical information.

Only use genuine replacement parts and accessories that are explicitly approved
for the EZ100 by ZEITLER AG. These parts are specifically designed to match your
machine model and meet your performance requirements and also to avoid the risk
of accidents and damage to the machine . If you have any question in this respect,
consult an authorized servicing dealer.

In the absence of alternative arrangements, the manufacturer’s or importer’s service
will include

o restoration to the original as-delivered condition

o restoration to the original equipment included in the scope of supply

The user is responsible for all damage caused by non-observance of the safety
precautions and operating and maintenance details in the Operating Instructions.
Given the situation, all warranty rights are nil. This includes in particular:

• Alterations or modifications to the product not approved by ZEITLER AG

• Using tools or accessories which are neither approved or suitable for the

product or are of a poor quality

• Using the product for purposes for which it was not designed.

• Using the product for sports or competitive events.

• Consequential damage caused by continuing to use the product with

defective components.

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15. Main Parts of EZ100

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16. Technical Data EZ100

Standard version for internal conduit diameters of 50 to 120 mm

Electrical Data as per country, see type place

Weight 3,1 kg

Pull line ca. 900 m/Rolle

Dimensions

Thermal circuit breaker

Maximum air flow rate

Blowing mode 4 m³/min

Suction mode 4 m³/min

Serial number and year of manufacture are given on the type plate of the
Stringing Gun.

We reserve the right to make technical modifications without notice.

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17. Guarantee / Legal Details

1. We guarantee to rectify free-of-charge any defects or shortages affecting the
device within the guarantee period that are due to material or manufacturing
faults

2. The guarantee period is 12 months and starts with the purchase by the first
ultimate buyer. The date on the original sales voucher shall apply here.

3. The following are excluded from the guarantee:

• Parts that are subject to wear and tear due to normal use or other natural

causes, as well as defects in the device, which are also due to wear and
tear due to normal use or other natural causes

• Defects affecting the device which are due to the non-observance of the

Operating Instructions, improper use, anomalous environmental
conditions, incorrect operating conditions, overloading or a lack of proper
maintenance and care

• Device defects caused by the use of accessories and/or spare parts that

do not originate from the manufacturer of the Stringing Gun.

• Devices that have been subjected to modifications or additions.

• Minor deviations from reference properties which are immaterial

as regards the value and suitability for use of the device.

4. The rectification of faults we recognise as being under guarantee will take
place in such a way that we will repair the faulty device without charge or
replace it with a device in perfect condition (if necessary a subsequent model),
according to our choice. Any devices or parts that have been replaced
automatically become our property.

5. Any claims under guarantee must be made within the guarantee period. The
device affected is to be delivered to the seller or manufacturer in its original
carrying case (if despatched by some means of transport, the closures must
be secured additionally). The device must always be accompanied by the
original sales voucher, as well as details of the date and purchase and
product. Devices that have been opened up are no longer covered by the
guarantee. All transport costs and risks will be to the account of the buyer.

6. Any claims other than the right to rectification of device faults nominated in
these guarantee conditions are not covered by this guarantee.

7. Any services carried out under guarantee do not extend or renew the
guarantee period for the device.

Swiss law shall apply.
The legal domicile is the location of the manufacturer’s head office.

Version January 1

st

, 2004

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18. EC Declaration of Conformity

ZEITLER AG
Sonnhalde 7
CH-6206 Neuenkirch
SWITZERLAND

Certify that the new machine described below

Category : Tool to blow in or suck out special pull line in
conduits
Make : ZEITLER AG
Model : EZ100

conform to the specification of Directives

SECURITY EN 60745-1 : 2009

EMV EN 55014-1 : 2006 + A1 : 2009

EN 55014-2 : 1997 + A1 : 2001 + A2 : 2008
EN 61000-3-2 : 2006 + A1 : 2009, AN 61000-3-3 : 2008

EMF EN 50366 : 2003 + A1 : 2006

following the provisions of directives

2006/95/EC + 2004/108/EC + 2002/95/EC + 2002/96/EC

Serial number and year of manufacture are given on the type plate of the
Stringing Gun.

Year of definition 2009

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19. Addendum Disks and Axles

A B C D

A

20 mm 111000 112000 111001 100065
22 mm 111004 112001 111005 100065
24 mm 111008 112002 111009 100065
26 mm 111012 112003 111013 100065
28 mm 111016 112004 111017 100065
30 mm 111020 112005 111021 100065
32 mm 111024 112006 111025 100065
34 mm 111028 112007 111029 100065
36 mm 111032 112008 111033 100065
38 mm 111036 112009 111037 100065
40 mm 111040 112010 111041 100065
42 mm 111044 112011 111045 100065
44 mm 111048 112012 111049 100065
46 mm 111052 112013 111053 100065
48 mm 111056 112014 111057 100065
50 mm 111060 112015 111061 100065
52 mm 111064 112016 111065 100066
54 mm 111068 112017 111069 100066
56 mm 111072 112018 111073 100066
58 mm 111076 112019 111077 100066
58 mm 111076 112019 111077 100066
60 mm 111080 112020 111081 100066
62 mm 111084 112021 111085 100067

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B

D

C

A B C D

64 mm 111088 112022 111089 100067
66 mm 111092 112023 111093 100067
68 mm 111096 112024 111097 100067
70 mm 111100 112025 111101 100067
72 mm 111104 112026 111105 100067
74 mm 111108 112027 111109 100067
76 mm 111112 112028 111113 100067
78 mm 111116 112029 111117 100067
80 mm 111120 112030 111121 100067
82 mm 111124 112031 111125 100068
84 mm 111128 112032 111129 100068
86 mm 111132 112033 111133 100068
88 mm 111136 112034 111137 100068
90 mm 111140 112035 111141 100068
92 mm 111144 112036 111145 100068
94 mm 111148 112037 111149 100068
96 mm 111152 112038 111153 100068
98 mm 111156 112039 111157 100068
100 mm 111160 112040 111161 100068
102 mm 111164 112041 111165 100069
104 mm 111168 112042 111169 100069
106 mm 111172 112043 111173 100069
108 mm 111176 112044 111177 100069
110 mm 111180 112045 111181 100069
112 mm 111184 112046 111185 100069
114 mm 111188 112047 111189 100069
116 mm 111192 112048 111193 100069
118 mm 111196 112049 111197 100069
120 mm 111200 112050 111201 100069
122 mm 111204 112051 111205 100070
124 mm 111208 112052 111209 100070
126 mm 111212 112053 111213 100070
128 mm 111216 112054 111217 100070
130 mm 111220 112055 111221 100070
132 mm 111224 112056 111225 100070
134 mm 111228 112057 111229 100070
136 mm 111232 112058 111233 100070
138 mm 111236 112059 111237 100070
140 mm 111240 112060 111241 100070
142 mm 111244 112061 111245 100070
144 mm 111248 112062 111249 100070

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A B C D

146 mm 111252 112063 111253 100071
148 mm 111256 112064 111257 100071
150 mm 111260 112065 111261 100071
152 mm 111264 112066 111265 100071
154 mm 111268 112067 111269 100071
156 mm 111272 112068 111273 100071
158 mm 111276 112069 111277 100071
160 mm 111280 112070 111281 100071
162 mm 111284 112071 111285 100071
164 mm 111288 112072 111289 100071
166 mm 111292 112073 111293 100071
168 mm 111296 112074 111297 100071
170 mm 111300 112075 111301 100071

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