HOGG & DAVIS ODP 20-4, Manual

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ODP 20-4
2,000 Lb. Four Drum Puller
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Refer to the performance chart for proper hydraulic pressure as
it directly relates to conductor tension. This chart is located on
the control panel of the unit.
***These instructions assume that the operator has set the
proper drive pin for the reel to be pulled in. All other reels are
to be disengaged with the over spin brake fully applied.
Pulling Control
The following instructions explain how to properly set up the unit
when it is to be used as a puller and have a pulling rope with
NO TENSION. DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WHEN YOU
HAVE A ROPE UNDER TENSION!!
1. Apply the brake.
2. Turn the Hydraulic Pressure knob CCW to release
pressure
3. Increase to approximately full throttle.
4. Begin to actuate the joystick to take up.
5. Turn the Hydraulic Pressure Control knob and set to 800
psi.
6. Release the joystick into the neutral position.
7. Wait for confirmation from the tension side of the job for
readiness
8. Release the brake
9. Increase throttle to full.
10. As the rope reel begins to take up, increase the
hydraulic to the maximum line pull desired. As the rope
diameter increases on the reel, it might be necessary to
adjust the Hydraulic Control Knob to keep the pull
moving.
11. Adjust joystick for line speed as also desired.
12. To stop the pull, place control into neutral while
applying the brake.