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- Page 1 RADIANT HEATING AND PLUMBING SYSTEMS PROPEX ® 200 BATTERY EXPANDER TOOL OPERATION MANUAL For connections to Wirsbo AQUAPEX® tubing...
- Page 2 ProPEX® 200 Battery Expander Tool Operation Manual is published by Uponor, Inc. 5925 148th Street West Apple Valley, MN 55124 Phone: (952) 891-2000 Fax: (952) 891-1409 www.uponor-usa.com © 2006 Uponor, Inc. All rights reserved First Edition First Printing December 2006 Printed in the United States...
- Page 3 Uponor website at www.uponor-usa.com. Uponor is not liable for installation practices that deviate from this manual or are not acceptable practices within the mechanical trades. Refer to the Wirsbo AQUAPEX Professional Plumbing Installation Guide to install Wirsbo AQUAPEX tubing in plumbing systems.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section 1 — Overview Tool Kit Components ........1 Important Information . -
Page 7: Section 1 - Overview
" through 1 ⁄ " tubing are sold separately. Tool Kit Components The ProPEX 200 Battery Expander Tool Kit features the following components. • ProPEX 200 Battery Expander Tool - 2" Pistol (replacement part (Q6262020) ⁄ " Pistol (replacement part Q6262015) - 2"... -
Page 8: Section 2 - Technical Data
Section 2 – Technical Data ProPEX 200 Battery Expander Tool Dimensions ⁄ " x 7" x 13" (340mm x 180mm x 330mm) Weight 19.3 lbs. (8.8 kg) with full oil tank and battery Maximum Tubing Size 2" Rated Pressure 8,000 psi (550 bar) -
Page 9: Section 3 - Battery Operation
Charging the Battery Only use the charger provided in the tool kit to charge the battery for the ProPEX 200 Battery Expander Tool. Charge the battery before initial operation. 1. Remove the charger from the case. 2. Plug the charger into a standard outlet. - Page 10 • Use Uponor-recommended charging procedures. Incorrect use leads to short circuits, overheating or battery fluid leakage. • To prolong the battery’s life, avoid overcharging. Do not charge for more than two days. • Remove the battery from the tool when storing for more than one hour.
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Page 11: Section 4 - Expander Tool Operation And Guidelines
5. Check the cone for dirt. Clean and lube the cone as described in the Proper Tool Maintenance section. 6. Attach the appropriate ProPEX 200 Expander Head onto the expander tool. Be sure to screw on the expander head snugly. - Page 12 The flashing LEDs display appears for 20 seconds (after displaying the expansion status). When it is time for service, send the tool to Uponor’s Tool Depot. The Tool Depot is a convenient way to repair or replace tools quickly and easily. For more information, contact Uponor Technical Services toll-free at (888) 594-7726 or go to www.uponor-usa.com, and click on Online Services.
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Page 13: Proper Tool And Head Maintenance
Proper ProPEX 200 Battery Expander Tool and Head Maintenance The ProPEX 200 Battery Expander Tool comes with a 2" H-series Expander Head. Optional expander heads come in sizes ranging from ⁄ " to 1 ⁄ ". All heads contain six segment fingers, one attachment ring and one spring. It is very important to keep the head on the tool or in the tool case at all times as dirt and other debris can affect the connection process. -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
3. Check if the expander head needs lubrication. Lubricate the head with Uponor-recommended Molykote G-n plus lubricant only. Troubleshooting Table Refer to the following troubleshooting table for instructions about troubleshooting the ProPEX 200 Battery Expander Tool. Problem Cause Remedy Tool does not start... -
Page 15: Safety Guidelines
ProPEX 200 Battery Expander Tool. Failure to follow the instructions and installation guidelines as defined in this manual can result in the failure of the ProPEX 200 Battery Expander Tool. • Always start the tool with an expander head in place. -
Page 16: Warranty
Plumbing Systems Limited Warranty to view the plumbing systems warranty. Send all warranty repairs to the Tool Depot (refer to Repairs section). Note that warranty claims are only accepted if the complete ProPEX 200 Battery Expander Tool with all hardware, parts and accessories are returned to the Tool Depot. -
Page 17: Section 5 - Making Propex Connections
Section 5 – Making ProPEX Connections Tools Needed • ProPEX 200 Battery Expander Tool • Properly sized expander head, hand-tightened onto the tool • Tubing cutter designed for PEX tubing ⁄ " 1. Square-cut the PEX tubing 2. Slide the ProPEX Ring over the end of the tubing. - Page 18 Note: The ‘’H’’ in the table refers to the H-series expander heads, which are only used with the ProPEX Battery Expander Tools. Only use the 2" H-series Expander Head on the ProPEX 200 Battery Expander Tool. 5. Immediately remove the ProPEX 200 Battery Expander Tool.
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Page 19: Important Tips
" Wirsbo AQUAPEX tubing perpendicular to the length of the tubing. 2. Expand each side of the ⁄ " ProPEX Ring with the ProPEX 200 Battery Expander Tool once. 3. Slide the expanded ⁄ " ProPEX Ring over the end of the tubing. -
Page 20: Propex Connection Troubleshooting Guide
ProPEX Connection Troubleshooting Guide Trouble-free ProPEX installations begin with a ProPEX 200 Battery Expander Tool that is maintained in proper working condition. If the tool or segment fingers are damaged, it is very difficult to make a proper connection. The following troubleshooting guide is designed to assist with problems in the field. -
Page 21: Cold-Weather Expansions
Expansion Head Slips Out of Tubing If the expansion head slips out of the tubing while making expansions, follow the steps below. 1. Ensure the tubing and ring are dry. 2. Check that grease is not getting into the tubing. 3. - Page 22 Notes...
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- Page 24 Tel: ( 800 ) 321-4739 Uponor, Inc. Fax: ( 952 ) 891-1409 5925 148th Street West Web: www.uponor-usa.com Apple Valley, MN 55124 E-mail: learnmore@uponor-usa.com...
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