FasTest FE01 to FE6 Series - Manual (Page 2)

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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CUSTOMER TEST
PIECE
SEALING AREA
#1 Ex. TEST PIECE
INSERTED AND
SECURED
FE CONNECTOR
SECURED
FIXTURE
DEVICE FOR FE
#2 PILOT
PRESSURE PORT
ACTIVATED
#3 TEST PRESSURE
PORT ACTIVATED
SET SCREW
HOUSING
PISTON
WASHER
MAIN SEALS
FE MAIN SEAL SET
SEE CHART
“FE” EXPLODED VIEW
FOR REFERENCE
WASHER
SEAL CASING
Connector Operation:
1. Insert test piece into the end of the connector and secure.
Make sure the test piece is insert to the required minimum insertion
length. This will assure proper location relative to the seals. Make sure
the connector and test piece are secure
2. Apply pilot pressure to seal against the part.
Generally, a 60 to 90 psi pneumatic pilot pressure source is required.
Additional pilot pressure may be required for contoured surfaces (i.e.,
threads etc…). See FasTest catalog for Pilot Pressure Booster.
CAUTION: Do not activate PILOT or TEST PRESSURE without test
piece in place.
3. With pilot activated, introduce gas or liquid through the FasTest FE con-
nector until desired testing, filling or flushing is complete.
Provide a means whereby test pressure will not be introduced until the
pilot pressure required to seal is reached. The means should also pro-
vide quick exhaust of test pressure in the event pilot pressure falls below
the minimum required to seal.
4. Perform testing operation.
5. Relieve test pressure.
6. Relieve pilot pressure.
7. Remove test piece.
Connector Maintenance:
• A daily, weekly and periodic inspection of the connector by competent person is
recommended.
• Lubricate connector on regular intervals. Petroleum jelly is recommended but care
should be taken to verify the lubricant is compatible with the application.
• User must establish a regular interval for maintenance as determined by the user
media and operational environment.
• Inspection should include damage to the body missing or loose components, leak
tightness, ease of operation, sufficient lubrication, wear, dirt accumulation and
damage.
• Use only original FasTest spare parts that are designed for the application and are
subject to strict quality control. See warranty.
FasTest, Inc. Product Warranty
FasTest, Inc. warrants its products against defects of workmanship and/or material for 12 months from the
date of the sale by FasTest, Inc. This warranty is void if the product is misused, tampered with or used in a
manner that is not in accordance with FasTest, Inc. recommendations and/or instructions. FasTest, Inc. is not
liable for consequential or other damages including, but not limited to, loss, damage, personal injury, or any
other expense directly or indirectly arising from the use of or inability to use its products either separately or in
combination with other products. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, WHETHER ORAL
OR WRITTEN, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED.
Remedy under this warranty is limited to replacement of the product or an account credit in the amount of the
original selling price, at the option on FasTest, Inc. All allegedly defective products must be returned prepaid
transportation to FasTest, Inc. along with information describing the products performance, unless disposition
in the field is authorized in writing by FasTest, Inc.
FE and FExM
(Metric Termination)
External Pneumatic Operated Connector.
DESCRIPTION: FE Connectors seal on the outside diameter
of tubes and threads.
Please thoroughly read and understand each of the following four steps before operating
the connector. The use of pressurized media for sealing, testing and filling requires a
thorough understanding of the FasTest FE Installation and Operating Instructions.
1. Installation of Seals
2. Attachment of Pilot Pressure and Test Media Supply Lines
3. Mounting Dimensions of Connector
4. Connector Operations Instructions.
• The connector is designed to mate with a specific application. Verify the application
prior to the introduction of pressure or processing.
• Use only in a safe environment.
• Connectors are NOT designed for permanent connections and are for temporary
connections only.
• Maximum rated test pressure for standard FE models is 500 psi. DO NOT EXCEED
pressure rating as marked on connector or corresponding literature. Consult your
FasTest
representative with other requirements.
FasTest FE pneumatic operated connectors are designed for use in
SECURED CONDITIONS ONLY.
Note: “M” designates metric customer interface. See Chart 2, column “G” for thread
designations.
FE CONNECTOR