GEBERIT 969.975.00.0 FlowFit Pressbacke User Manual
- August 24, 2024
- GEBERIT
Table of Contents
GEBERIT 969.975.00.0 FlowFit Pressbacke
Basic safety notes
Intended use
The Geberit FlowFit pressing jaws are intended exclusively for pressing
Geberit FlowFit system pipes and pressfittings. Geberit recommends using
Geberit FlowFit pressing jaws in the following pressing tools only:
- Geberit pressing tools that carry the same compatibility mark 1 or 2 as the Geberit FlowFit pressing jaw.
Other pressing tools have not been tested by Geberit in terms of their suitability for the Geberit FlowFit pressing jaws. Using pressing tools with excessive pressing force can significantly reduce the service life of the pressing jaws. Only use Geberit FlowFit pressing jaws that correspond to the diameter of the Geberit FlowFit pressfittings to be processed. Only skilled persons qualified in pipe installations are permitted to use Geberit FlowFit pressing jaws.
Improper use
The Geberit FlowFit pressing jaws are exclusively intended to be used in
accordance with this user manual. Other uses are deemed to be improper and can
lead to injury.
User qualifications
Without suitable training, users cannot detect or may incorrectly estimate the
hazards presented by the pressing procedure. They are therefore at risk of
injuring themselves or others.
- Users must be conversant with and apply country-specific safety regulations.
- Users working with the Geberit pressing jaws for the first time must have been instructed by an expert in the safe handling of the pressing jaws or have attended a specialist course.
Following information and instructions
Failure to observe the safety notes and instructions can lead to injuries.
- Read through and observe all safety notes and instructions relating to the Geberit pressing tool and pressing jaw before commissioning.
- Read and observe the safety notes for the consumables used.
- Retain all safety notes and instructions for future use.
Avoiding hazards caused by defective Geberit pressing jaws
Geberit pressing jaws are exposed to serious forces during the pressing
procedure and wear out. The use of worn or damaged pressing jaws can lead to
injuries.
- Only use the pressing jaws if they are in perfect working order.
- Maintain the pressing jaws regularly. → See maintenance regulations for Geberit pressing jaws.
- Only store the pressing jaws in dry rooms.
- Transport pressing jaws in shock-protected transport cases.
- Regularly inspect pressing jaws for defects and damage before and after every use. Inspect the pressing jaws particularly for incipient cracks in the pressing contour and on the flanges.
- If there are incipient cracks, take the pressing jaws out of service immediately, label them as defective and do not use them again.
Avoiding damage to the Geberit pressing jaws caused by faulty pressing
operations
Geberit pressing jaws can be damaged by faulty pressing operations or use,
such as by being pressed by foreign bodies.
- Do not tilt the pressing jaws on the pressfitting.
- If you suspect that the pressing jaws are damaged (for example, if sharp edges appear on the pressfitting after the pressing procedure), they must be replaced.
Using personal protective equipment
People can be injured without suitable protective equipment. Wear a protective
helmet, protective goggles and safety shoes during the pressing procedure.
Explanation of symbols
Symbols in the instructions
Product description
Structure of the Geberit FlowFit pressing jaws
- Jaw lever
- Pressing tip
- Plate with dimension specifications
- Jaw joints
- Flange
Operation
Inserting the Geberit FlowFit pressing jaw into the pressing tool
CAUTION
Risk of injury due to unsecured Geberit pressing attachments falling
- When inserting the Geberit pressing attachments (pressing jaws, adapter jaws) into the tool holder, the pressing tool must be upright.
ATTENTION
Damage to the tool caused by incorrect use
- Only use Geberit pressing attachments (pressing jaws, pressing collars, adapter jaws) that carry the same compatibility mark as the pressing tool.
- Insert the Geberit pressing jaw into the pressing tool as instructed. → See operating instructions for the relevant pressing tool.
Pressing with the Geberit FlowFit pressing jaw
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To open the Geberit pressing jaw, push the ends of the jaw levers together. Position the open pressing jaw on the pressing indicator of the Geberit pressfitting.
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Make sure that the Geberit pressing jaw is positioned correctly on the pressing indicator of the Geberit pressfitting.
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Release both jaw lever ends.
CAUTION
Danger of crushing-
Keep your hands at a safe distance from the Geberit pressing jaw.
ATTENTION
Damage to the Geberit pressing jaw due to a failed pressing sequence
The Geberit pressing jaw can be damaged as a result of a failed pressing sequence. -
Replace the damaged pressing jaw and take it out of service.
ATTENTION Leaking connection due to failed pressing sequence -
Replace any connections that have not been pressed correctly. They must not be pressed again.
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Press the Geberit pressfitting. → See operating instructions for the relevant pressing tool.
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Push the ends of the jaw levers together and remove the Geberit pressing jaw from the Geberit pressfitting. Check the pressing contour.
If a press connection has not been completely pressed – in the event of a power cut, for example – it must be pressed again. Corrective pressing is performed in the same way as a normal pressing operation. Depending on the state of the preliminary pressing, there may be considerable idle stroke before the pressing tool engages during corrective pressing.
Maintenance
Maintenance regulations for Geberit pressing jaws
These Geberit FlowFit pressing jaws are low-maintenance and do not need to be
tested by authorised repair shops if they are used as intended. However,
pressing jaws still require maintenance. Pressing jaws that are not
maintained, or are not professionally maintained, can cause accidents and
injuries. It is essential to observe the maintenance intervals and maintenance
work outlined below:
| Maintenance interval | Maintenance work |
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Regularly, before use, at the start of the working day
| ▶ Check the Geberit FlowFit pressing jaw for externally visible defects such as damage, material cracks, patches of rust and other signs of wear. Replace the pressing jaw if defects are present.
▶ Remove any deposits on the pressing tips.
▶ Spray the pressing tips with a lubricant recommended by Geberit and clean with a cloth.
▶ Test whether the jaw levers can move easily. Check for dirt between the jaw levers. If necessary, clean the jaw levers and move them several times until they are
able to move easily.
| Maintenance interval | Maintenance work |
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Regularly, every 6 months
| ▶ Check the Geberit FlowFit pressing jaw using the Geberit FlowFit PowerTest to ensure that the distance between the pressing tips is permitted and that enough pressing force is provided. If defects are found during the inspection, the pressing jaw must be replaced.
Disposal
Disposal of Geberit pressing jaws
Geberit pressing jaws are made of steel. Therefore, Geberit pressing jaws that
are no longer in use do not belong in non-recyclable waste. They must be
directly returned to Geberit for proper disposal or sent to a local collection
point for scrap metal.
Conformity
Declaration of conformity for Geberit pressing jaws
Geberit pressing jaws are part of a system and do not have their own
declaration of conformity. The relevant declarations of conformity are
included with the pressing tools.
Person in charge of documentation
Jörg Schneider, Product Compliance, Geberit International AG, 8645 Jona,
Switzerland.
Geberit International AG
- Schachenstrasse 77, CH-8645 Jona
- documentation@geberit.com
- www.geberit.com
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