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7. Operating instructions

 

 
This chapter contains the instructions for operating the 

EasyKit

The 

EasyKit

 should be operated by one person at a time, with a minimum age of 18 years, 

and who is familiar  and complies with the contents  of this handbook. Special training is not 
required, although experience with operating such machinery is required. 
 

 
 

The 

EasyKit

  may  only  be  operated  once  it  has  been  placed  entirely  on  the 

pipe rail system. 

 
 

Never  exceed  the  maximum  load  capacity  of  the 

EasyKit

  which  is  given  in 

chapter 10: Specifications. Always remain on the working platform, raising the 
platform using any objects is strictly forbidden! 

 
 

The 

EasyKit

  may  not  be  switched  on  when  the  protective  covers  are  not 

properly in place. Prior to switching on the 

EasyKit

s, all protective covers must 

be properly put back in place. 

 
 

After  use, the 

EasyKit

  should  always  we  turned off  with  the  earth  switch,  the 

direction switch should be in the neutral position and the speed regulator knob 
should be set at zero.  

 
 
 

Only authorised, properly trained personnel of at least 18 years of age should 
be  allowed  to  operate  the 

EasyKit

.  Personnel  should  be  fully  aware  of  the 

directions  and  instructions  contained  in  this  handbook.  Keep  your  wits  about 
you  when  using  the 

EasyKit

.  Do  not  use  the 

EasyKit

  if  you  are  unable  to 

concentrate,  or  when  using  medicines  which  advise  against  operating 
machinery or driving in traffic when being taken. It is also forbidden to use the 
machine while under the influence of narcotics (alcohol or drugs).  
All personnel working in the area of the 

EasyKit

 should be made familiar with 

relevant  safety  rules  and  precautions  that  apply  to  it.  The  employer  must 
ensure  that  the  personnel  are  fully  aware  of  all  the  safety  precautions  that 
must be taken. 

 
 

Only use the 

EasyKit

 for the purposes for which it was designed. The 

EasyKit

 

may  only  be  used  for  maintaining  crops  in  greenhouses.  Never  use  the 
machine on the public highway.  

 

Using  the 

EasyKit

  when  it  is  tilting  more  than  2  degrees  from  the  vertical 

(lengthwise and/or crosswise) is strictly forbidden.  
 

 

 

The  maximum  loading  may  consist  of  one  person  plus  a  secured  moveable 
load which together should not exceed 100 kg in weight. 

 
 

Summary of Contents for EasyKit

Page 1: ...echnical Handbook EasyKit Berg Hortimotive Burg Crezeelaan 42a 2678 KZ De Lier The Netherlands Tel 31 0 174 517 700 Fax 31 0 174 516 958 E mail info berghortimotive nl Internet www berghortimotive com...

Page 2: ...2 of 45 Version 8 October 2018 The machine is manufactured by Berg Hortimotive Burg Crezeelaan 42a 2678 KZ De Lier The Netherlands Tel 31 0 174 517 700 Fax 31 0 174 516 958 Email info berghortimotive...

Page 3: ...r otherwise for consequential damage caused by defects to the EasyKit e g interruption of business delays etc 1 3 Guarantee For a period of 6 months after delivery Berg Hortimotive gives the client a...

Page 4: ...ing them It is important that this handbook is carefully read in order to learn how the EasyKit should be operated and maintained By reading this handbook and then using the EasyKit you or anyone else...

Page 5: ...YKIT 24 7 3 CHARGING THE BATTERIES ON THE EASYKIT 24 7 4 EFFICIENT USE OF THE PIPE RAIL WAGON AND THE BATTERIES 25 7 5 MOVING THE EASYKIT ON THE MAIN PATH 25 7 6 USING THE EMERGENCY STOP 25 7 7 RESTAR...

Page 6: ...ill result in serious injury or even death 3 2 Review of the safety pictograms used The EasyKit is provided with safety pictograms in order to bring possible dangers or dangerous situations to the att...

Page 7: ...ble load 5 Maximum tilted position pipe rail system 2 6 Maximum support spacing 1250 mm 7 Only to be used indoors in greenhouse 3 3 Machine type plate The EasyKit is fitted with a machine type plate w...

Page 8: ...irs or inspections Always switch off the EasyKit using the earth switch Always take up the slack in the operating cable by gathering it up using the Velcro strips provided This reduces the chances of...

Page 9: ...rder to avoid the danger of becoming trapped or jammed the greatest of care must be given to the moving parts on the EasyKit When starting up again after maintenance or repairs please check whether an...

Page 10: ...ance and appendix 4 It is necessary when working with the EasyKit to wear shoes or boots with steel toecaps S1 Activities not described in this handbook should only be carried by or in consultation wi...

Page 11: ...rail system The platform may not be entered while the machine is on the concrete path Always walk alongside the machine therefore not on the chassis when transporting it over the main path Customer sp...

Page 12: ...main components of the EasyKit are illustrated at figure 1 Figure 1 Main components of EasyKit A Door B Rail safety railing C Control panel D Platform E Height adjustment F Step G Stands H Trailing re...

Page 13: ...e 2 EasyKit controls A Speed regulator button B Direction selector switch defect warning lamp C Emergency stop D Foot pedal Figure 3 EasyKit Chassis Figure 4 Earth switch A Battery B Charge supply plu...

Page 14: ...ting on pipe rail systems that comply with the horticulture sector guidelines the health and safety catalog in force in the Netherlands for pipe rail systems The EasyKit should only be used on the cor...

Page 15: ...d fixings have been correctly applied The EasyKit has been specially designed to run on a pipe rail system When leaving the Berg Hortimotive factory the EasyKit is checked for proper functioning and s...

Page 16: ...ans that there are rails on the paths between the plants which consists of two pipes of the same diameter having a fixed width between them centre to centre measurement The pipes are often used as hea...

Page 17: ...0 4 Mpa 62 psa The use of rail systems not covered by the policy regulations is permitted on the condition that a stabilisation test is carried out in accordance with the policy regulations from which...

Page 18: ...Kit must be immediately halted and the operator should walk alongside the machine back to the path Thereafter the pipe rail system should be adjusted before any activities can be restarted First of al...

Page 19: ...ce required for installing the machine De stack the EasyKits removing the casings remove the packaging and slacken the bolts Release the control box use a bench or similar Put the platform onto the be...

Page 20: ...e the bench Ensure that the locks are properly in place both bolts should be in the green part Remove the bolts from the foot switch position the control box and screw it down Fix the cable clamp atta...

Page 21: ...ars of the rail secure the rail with the bolts Fit the safety rail spring put the supply plug into the connector The EasyKit is now ready for use 6 6 Dismantling the EasyKit Dismantling the EasyKit is...

Page 22: ...knob should be set at zero Only authorised properly trained personnel of at least 18 years of age should be allowed to operate the EasyKit Personnel should be fully aware of the directions and instruc...

Page 23: ...of becoming trapped or jammed the greatest of care must be given to the moving parts on the EasyKit Keep a safe distance from fixed and or moving parts within the greenhouse as well as cables and rop...

Page 24: ...position and push the EasyKit on the concrete path For entering the next path see point 4 7 2 Switching OFF the EasyKit 1 The EasyKit stops as soon as the foot pedal is released 2 The electrical circ...

Page 25: ...po potentiometer If the speed is set optimally fewer stops and starts are required which has a very positive effect on the wear of the pipe rail wagon By following the above recommendations the produc...

Page 26: ...l and the brakes are applied to the swivel wheels If after a long period the EasyKit longer than 2 weeks is put back into operation it should first be inspected as described at chapter 6 1 Inspection...

Page 27: ...unattended when the electrical supply plug is still in place Always keep the EasyKit in good working condition by carrying out regular safety inspections Dangerous situations should be always be rect...

Page 28: ...ance carbon brushes on the motor and replace if less than 1 cm see 8 4 Visual Air pressure X Check the height adjuster locks visual X Test the springs in the locks visual X Figure 4 Maintenance schedu...

Page 29: ...cm high check at the change of each season whether the stops are still functioning properly The ground under the pipe rail system should be dry flat and hard Soft or damp spots should be repaired and...

Page 30: ...stance is within calling distance when people have to work near batteries Avoid short circuits sparks and ensure that there is no electrical connection between the battery poles The battery cover shou...

Page 31: ...ossible to clean the EasyKit using compressed air provided that it is dry Never pour water over the EasyKit or clean it using a steam or high pressure water cleaner which could lead to serious damage...

Page 32: ...Chain broken Motor gearwheel is loose Drive roller is jammed Controls do not react Direction of travel switch defective Reset using potentiometer Foot switch defective Potentiometer defective Status L...

Page 33: ...table for operating in explosive atmospheres Type Dimensions mm standard Centre to centre 420 800 Length 1740 Width c to c 220 Chassis step up height from concrete path 210 Step up height on platform...

Page 34: ...gn principles EN ISO 14122 2 Safety of Machines Permanent access facilities to machines Part 2 Working platforms footpaths EN ISO 14122 3 Safety of Machines Permanent access facilities to machines Par...

Page 35: ...nd operation of control elements NEN 5509 User handbook Content structure formulation and presentation in accordance with the definitions in the directives 2006 42 EG Machinery Directive 2004 108 EG D...

Page 36: ...Translated user manual EasyKit page 36 of 45 12 Technical appendices...

Page 37: ...Translated user manual EasyKit page 37 of 45 Appendix 1 Maintenance logbook Date Description of repair maintenance Type no Serial no Company name engineer...

Page 38: ...Translated user manual EasyKit page 38 of 45 Appendix 2 Technical drawings...

Page 39: ...Translated user manual EasyKit page 39 of 45 Appendix 3 Electrical diagrams Version EasyKit MRT 2011 without tilt warning Version EasyKit MRT 2011 with tilt warning Appendix 4 Battery safety sheet...

Page 40: ...eed regulator as well as the battery charger Efficient usage Endeavour to set the level of speed as closely as possible to the work tempo potentiometer By following the above recommendations the produ...

Page 41: ...ct the positive terminal red to the positive pole and the negative terminal black to the negative pole on the battery Battery fluid is corrosive avoid contact with clothing skin and eyes Wash battery...

Page 42: ...s along the ground and may enter sewers and basements 3 Personal protection Chemical protection suit Respiratory mask equipped with ABEKP1 filter 4 Intervention actions 4 1 General Keep upwind Put on...

Page 43: ...h resuscitation should be avoided Use alternative methods preferably with oxygen or compressed air driven apparatus 6 Essential precautions for product recovery Use acid resistant equipment Recover sp...

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Page 45: ...r contamination on the top layer periodically after detection How to clean Remove dirt or contamination on the top layer using a soft brush or cloth or a compressed air line 6 bar Chemical contaminati...

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