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Press Booster/Z3 Actuator Instructions

WARNING

Read these instructions and the warn-

ings and instructions for all equipment

and material being used before operat-

ing this tool to reduce the risk of seri-

ous personal injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

• Keep your fingers and hands away from pressing attachments

during press cycle. Your fingers or hands can be crushed, frac-

tured or amputated if they become caught between the attachment

r between these components and any other object.

• Large forces are generated during product use that can break

or throw parts and cause injury. Stand clear during use and wear

ppropriate protective equipment, including eye protection.

• Use proper tool, attachment and fitting combinations. Improper

combinations can result in an incomplete or improper joint, damage

the equipment, void warranties or cause severe personal injury or

death.

• Use the RIDGID Press Booster only with RIDGID 32kN Stan-

dard Series press tools. Use of other power sources can damage

the tool and/or cause serious personal injury.

• Do not modify the tool. Modifying the tool in any manner may re-

sult in personal injury.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all

times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected

situations.

• Before operating the RIDGID Press Booster Unit, read and un-

derstand:

– These instructions,

– The Press Tool operator’s manual,

– The attachment instructions,

– The fitting manufacturer’s installation instructions,

– The instructions for any other equipment used with this tool,

Failure to follow all instructions and warnings may result in prop-

erty damage and/or serious injury.

RIDGID Contact Information

If you have any questions concerning this RIDGID

product:

• Contact your local RIDGID distributor,

• Visit RIDGID.com to find your local RIDGID contact point.

• Contact Ridge Tool Technical Service Department at rtctechser vic -

es@em er son.com, or in the U.S. and Canada call (800) 519-3456.

Description

The RIDGID Press Booster converts multiple cycles of a press tool into

a single cycle of the Press Booster to actuate attachments requiring a

Z3 actuator, such as MegaPress

XL Press Rings. It will not retract until

the Press Booster cycle is complete.

Figure 1 – Press Booster/Z3 Actuator

Specifications

Actuator/Ring Designation...Z3

For use with........................RIDGID Standard Series 32 kN Press

Tools (such as the RP330 and RP340).

Not for use with the CT-400 and 320E.

Max. Operating Pressure .....580 bar

Hydraulics Volume................2.57 oz. (76 cm

)

Storage Temperature............32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C)

Operating Temperature ........23°F to 113°F (-5°C to 45°C)

Humidity Range....................0% to 80%

Dimensions ...........................19.7" × 12.2" × 3.5" (500 × 310 × 90 mm)

Weight ...................................21 lbs. (9.5 kg)

Pre-Operation Inspection

WARNING

Daily before use, inspect your tool and

correct any problems to reduce the risk

of serious injury from crushing injures,

jaw failure, and other causes, and pre-

vent tool damage.

1. Make sure that the press tool is removed from the press booster.

2. Clean any oil, grease or dirt from the press booster. This aids in-

spection and improves control.

3. Inspect press booster for:

• Proper assembly, maintenance and completeness.

• Broken, worn, missing, misaligned or binding parts. Confirm

shoulder strap is in good condition.

• Oil leaks. If leaking have serviced – do not attempt to add oil.

• Presence and readability of warning label and markings.

• Any other condition which may prevent safe and normal opera-

tion.

Do not use tool until any problems have been repaired.

4. Inspect and maintain the press tool and any other equipment

being used per its instructions to make sure it is functioning prop-

erly.

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The Emerson logo and RIDGID logo are registered trademarks of Emerson Electric Co. or RIDGID, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries.

All other trademarks belong to their respective holders.

Press Booster/Z3 Actuator Instructions

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is a registered trademark of Viega GmbH & Co.

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Summary of content (8 pages)

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Press Booster/Z3 Actuator Instructions Press Booster/Z3 Actuator Instructions WARNING Read these instructions and the warnings and instructions for all equipment and material being used before operating this tool to reduce the risk of serious personal injury. Shoulder Strap Actuator Spherical Tip Actuator Arm SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! • Keep your fingers and hands away from pressing attachments during press cycle.
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Press Booster/Z3 Actuator Instructions Set Up/Operation WARNING Keep your fingers and hands away from pressing attachments during press cycle. Your fingers or hands can be crushed, fractured or amputated if they become caught between the attachment or between these components and any other object. Open Follow set up and operating instructions to reduce the risk of injury from crushing, electrical shock and other causes and to prevent tool damage.
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Press Booster/Z3 Actuator Instructions Service and repair on the press booster must be performed by a RIDGID Independent Service Center. Use only RIDGID service parts. For information on your nearest RIDGID Independent Service Center or any service or repair questions, see Contact Information.
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Press Booster/Z3 Actuator Instructions Préparation et utilisation de l’outil AVERTISSEMENT Eloignez vos doigts et vos mains des pinces de sertissage en cours d’opération. Ceux-ci risquent d’être écrasés, fracturés ou amputés par les pinces ou entre celles-ci et tout autre objet. Suivez les consignes de préparation et d’utilisation ciprésentes afin de limiter les risques de blessure, de choc électrique et d’endommager l’outil. Ouvert Suivez les consignes de préparation de l’outil et des lieux.
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Press Booster/Z3 Actuator Instructions Révisions et réparations AVERTISSEMENT Toute intervention inappropriée peut rendre l’utilisation de cette machine dangereuse. La révision et la réparation du Press Booster doivent être confiées à un réparateur RIDGID indépendant. N’utilisez que des pièces de rechange RIDGID. Pour obtenir les coordonnées du réparateur RIDGID le plus proche ou pour adresser vos questions visant la révision ou la réparation du matériel, reportez-vous à la rubrique Coordonnées RIDGID.
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Press Booster/Z3 Actuator Instructions • No hay fugas de aceite. Si encuentra alguna fuga, envíe el aparato a servicio. No intente colocarle aceite. • Las etiquetas de advertencia y las marcas están presentes y son legibles. • No existe ninguna condición que impida el funcionamiento seguro y normal del aparato. 3. Jale hacia atrás el mango del impulsor para abrir los brazos del accionador. Encaje las puntas esféricas del accionador en las cavidades en el aro sellador (Figura 3).
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Press Booster/Z3 Actuator Instructions Instrucciones de mantenimiento ¡ADVERTENCIA! Antes de hacer mantenimiento o de hacer algún ajuste al impulsor, asegure que esté desconectado de la selladora. 1. Después de usar el impulsor, quítele el aceite y la suciedad con un paño suave, limpio y seco. 2. Cada mes o con más frecuencia si fuera necesario, aplique aceite mineral liviano a los puntos de pivote. Quite el exceso de lubricante con un paño. No intente colocarle aceite hidráulico al impulsor.
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