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©Copyright AMKUS Rescue Systems, Inc. 2010 - 2019 

LAS-002 August 19, 2019 Rev03

DANGER

Understand  manual  before  use.  Operating  AMKUS  Rescue  Systems  without  understanding 
the  manual,  receiving  proper  training,  and  using  appropriate  personal  protective  equipment  is 
a  misuse  of  AMKUS  equipment.  This  manual  does  not  fully  address  safety.  Additional  safety 
information  is  published  in  AMKUS  Safety  Manual  LAA-001.  Obtain  safety  information  at 
amkus.com/resources/documentation

AMK-30CRT shown with optional lighted handle

* This tool has been discontinued

MANUAL: AMK-30CRT 

AMK-30CX SPREADER

AMKUS RESCUE SYSTEMS

amkus.com

4201 Montdale Drive, Valparaiso, IN 46383-4098 USA

800-592-6587 • 219-548-5000 • Fax 219-476-1669

AMK-30CRT

SPREADER STD CPL

AMK-30CRT-L

SPREADER STD CPL - LIGHTED HANDLE

AMK-30CRTM

SPREADER MONO CPL

AMK-30CRTM-L

SPREADER MONO CPL - LIGHTED HANDLE

AMK-30CX*

SPREADER STD CPL

AMK-30CXM*

SPREADER MONO CPL

AMK-30CX models do not have removable tips

Summary of Contents for AMK-30CRT Series

Page 1: ...in AMKUS Safety Manual LAA 001 Obtain safety information at amkus com resources documentation AMK 30CRT shown with optional lighted handle This tool has been discontinued MANUAL AMK 30CRT AMK 30CX SPREADER AMKUS RESCUE SYSTEMS amkus com 4201 Montdale Drive Valparaiso IN 46383 4098 USA 800 592 6587 219 548 5000 Fax 219 476 1669 AMK 30CRT SPREADER STD CPL AMK 30CRT L SPREADER STD CPL LIGHTED HANDLE ...

Page 2: ...ition and to maintain the personal skill level required to operate any equipment you may be called upon to use 5 It is your responsibility to know that your equipment is in operable condition and has been maintained in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 6 Failure to follow these guidelines may result in death burns or other severe injury FEMSA Fire and Emergency Manufacturers and Serv...

Page 3: ... IN 46383 4098 USA 800 592 6587 219 548 5000 Fax 219 476 1669 SECTION 1 IDENTIFICATION D I U L F C I L U A R D Y H 1 V M S U K M A e m a N t c u d o r P Manufacturers of suppliers details AMKUS RESCUE SYSTEMS INC 4201 Montdale Drive Valparaiso IN 46383 4098 USA 0 0 0 5 8 4 5 9 1 2 t s e u q e R S D S Customer Service Emergency telephone number C E R T M E H C 0 0 3 9 4 2 4 0 0 8 n o i t a m r o f ...

Page 4: ...se Ready to use with Mono couplings 48 5 lbs 22 0 kg Maximum Spreader Opening 32 0 in 813 mm Rated Input Pressure 10 500 psi 724 bar Fluid Type AMKUS MV 1 Mineral Based Hydraulic Fluid for equipment stored and operated in environments below freezing use AMKUS MV 0 Mineral Based Hydraulic Fluid Safety Data Sheet SDS for AMKUS MV1 Hydraulic Fluid is available at AMKUS com and CHEMTREC com 3 0 PROTEC...

Page 5: ...N AT WWW AMKUS COM DANGER SERIAL NO K123456 DATE OF MFG 04 2017 MODEL AMK 30CRT SYSTEM PRESSURE 10 500 PSI 724 BAR FLUID TYPE AMKUS MV1 Mineral Based Hydraulic Fluid 5 1 HANDLE LIGHTS OPTIONAL AMKUS dual handle lights operate at three levels of intensity To operate these lights press the button located behind each light The lights can be powered OFF by scrolling through each setting to OFF or by a...

Page 6: ...n released see fig 5 2 The movement of the tool will stop and hold its position and load The control valve has three positions see fig 5 2 CLOSE clockwise rotation closes the tool OFF Neutral postion The control valve actuator returns to the center with motor stopped OPEN counter clockwise rotation opens the tool Figure 5 2 Verify operation of control valve by checking to see if it returns automatic...

Page 7: ...ilize the object being lifted When operating the spreader the tool may rotate as it meets resistance If tool rotation places the user or others in jeopardy immediately release the control valve and modify your procedure The deadman safety feature should immediately return the control valve to the center neutral position and the movement of the arms will stop Then seek another purchase point that d...

Page 8: ...TIP 2 Figure 6 2a Figure 6 2b 6 3 CHAIN USE Chain kits are available for spreaders with removable tips WARNING Transport chain is NOT rated for overhead lifting Injury or death may occur from improper chain use Observe chain safety guidelines established by the Authority Having Jurisdiction Setup and operation of both chain kits are the same Secure chains around the load removing slack using grab ...

Page 9: ...high speed flying debris and pinch point injuries Stay clear of the path of travel Do not operate without guards Avoid unnecessary risk For examples see LAA 001 Safety Manual For AMKUS Rescue Tools The spreader arms have a cover over the rack The cover is secured with a screw and washer which can be removed to perform maintenance Replace cover after maintenance Guard Guard Figure 7 0 ...

Page 10: ... Contact the AMKUS dealer or AMKUS directly for replacement parts 3 Always relieve the rescue tool of internal pressure prior to servicing 8 1 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE FOR COUPLINGS Keep hose couplings free of dirt and contaminants Even with care residual oils on the moving parts gradually accumulate dirt and grit making hose connections difficult To clean hose couplings immerse in or scrub with an aut...

Page 11: ...oupling into the female coupling Rotate clockwise until you feel the coupling latch Pull on the couplings to check that they are securely connected b2 In most cases the Mono Couplings can be connected and disconnected while the hose line is under flow It is usually not necessary to place the directional control of the power unit in the neutral position before connecting and disconnecting However ce...

Page 12: ...ment labels 2 Wipe tool hoses fittings and couplings clean see routine maintenance for hoses and couplings 3 Inspect the rescue tool hoses fittings and couplings after each use for damage leakage and excessive wear 4 Verify operation of control valve by checking to see it returns automatically to the neutral position 5 If rescue tool damage or excessive wear is noticed remove the rescue tool from se...

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