Tri Tool 620SB Clamshell Hydraulic - Manual (Page 22)

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TRI TOOL INC.
92-0282 : Rev. 131230
CAUTION:
Feed Pin Positioning Correct Alignment of the Feed Pin
Loosen the Clamping Pads and Jackscrews.
Remove the Clamshell from the pipe.
If the Clamshell must be split to remove it, refer to ‘Installation of the Clamshell on
an in-line pipe’, earlier in this section.
You should have a complete pipe sever at this time.
FEED PIN TO SPROCKET ENGAGEMENT
Rotate the Headstock until the Sprocket on the Tool Block begins to approach the
Feed Pin.
The Feed Pin must not strike the Sprocket Tooth straight on.
This action would damage or break the Feed Pin and/or the Sprocket.
The Feed Pin must strike the Sprocket on the edge of the Tooth.
See the pictures for the correct Feed Pin to Sprocket engagement.
If the Feed Pin to Sprocket engagement is not as shown, operation of the
Clamshell may cause serious damage or destroy the Feed Pin and/or the
Sprocket.
Incorrect Alignment of the Feed Pin Tripper Block Adjustment
CAP SCREWS