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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

MAINTENANCE FREQUENCY

The machine must have a thorough 

(LOLER) 

examination by a competent person at six monthly intervals.

 
 
 

Thorough examination 

must include checking:

 

All electrical connections, including battery.

 

All hydraulic connections and cylinder for leaks.

 

All connections are secure to powerpack.

 

Handrails are undamaged and secure.

 

Operation of gate latch.

 

Platform tray condition.

 

Mechanical condition of lifting structure and chassis.

 

 
 

 

 

Swivel castor condition and security.

 

Axle and wheels for condition and security.

 

Condition and operation of spirit level.

 

Condition of component and battery covers.

 

Condition of all labelling. 

 

Carry out a full operation check and load test.

 

Operation of motor contactors and that they have been  

 

replaced after every three years of service.

 MAINTENANCE 

FREQUENCY 

TABLE

 

Item 

Daily 

Monthly 

6 Months 

12 Months 

 Batteries/Connections 

 

Battery Specific Gravity

Oil Level 

 

 

Visual Inspection 

 

 

 

Spirit Level 

 

 

Wheels & Castors 

 

 

 

Check Mast & Rollers 

 

Thorough Examination 

Change Hydraulic Oil

 Motor 

Contactor 

 Solenoids

  Auto-lok brake wheels
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fixings

Summary of Contents for 830p

Page 1: ...www powertowers com Operating and Maintenance Manual...

Page 2: ...he risks associated with portable scaffold towers It is suitable for any application provided it is used within its specified operating parameters If used for applications such as sand blasting weldin...

Page 3: ...e 0 mph Manual push force on level ground 9 kg Maximum total weight Inc payload 485 kg Maximum castor point load 180 kg 1 77 kN Max wheel force 180 kg 1 77 kN Closed Dimensions Length 1 195 m Width 0...

Page 4: ...e 200N 5 Never use in the vicinity of live conductors 6 Never try to move the machine on its castors when elevated 7 Never extend the height of the platform by using boxes steps ladders etc 8 Never mo...

Page 5: ...PRIMARY COMPONENTS PRIMARY COMPONENT LOCATIONS 5 Control Box Entrance Gate Latch Spirit Level Swivel Castor Auto Lok Braked Wheel Emergency Stop Battery Isolator Emergency Lowering Valve...

Page 6: ...ooses to wear a safety harness an approved fall restraint type harness should be worn Operating procedures are divided into three key areas 1 Pre operation checks What to do before operating the machi...

Page 7: ...y Position machine under application Refer to working envelope diagram if necessary 1 Apply both castor brakes Pic 1 2 Check spirit level to ensure machine is level Pic 2 3 Ensure the emergency loweri...

Page 8: ...ntrol failure or operator incapacity and for no other purpose To lower the platform 1 Locate emergency lowering valve at base of machine see Pic right 2 Push twist 90 degrees anti clockwise and releas...

Page 9: ...pendant controller will indicate charge level The charge is complete when the 2 Green LEDs are illuminated if the LED indicator is fitted to the pendant controller Pic D or the pointer is fully over t...

Page 10: ...ttery charge indicator on the pendant controller will indicate charge level The charge is complete when the 2 Green LEDs are illuminated if the LED indicator is fitted to the pendant controller Pic D...

Page 11: ...ect and reconnect to the mains supply If flashing continues seek technical support The LEDs will illuminate in sequence and when the full LED is illuminated the charge is complete Additionally the bat...

Page 12: ...t overfilled The level must only be checked when the machine is in the transport position The correct level in this condition is approximately 3 4 from the base of the tank as indicated by the line 3...

Page 13: ...Check rear wheels to ensure retention circlip is securely fitted to end of stub axle and plastic cap is fitted over it MOTOR CONTACTOR SOLENOIDS When conducting the six monthly LOLER inspection check...

Page 14: ...long with a spacer washer that enables a higher bolting torque to be applied This will improve the reliability of the fix but will not increase the strength of the castor assembly The new fixing nut a...

Page 15: ...of the castor bracket The castor is highly rated for the application so if visible distortion is evident a significant impact will have occurred and under these conditions the castor and fixing must...

Page 16: ...bottom of the middle section contacts the lower rest buffers and the outer section continues to close over the middle section It is essential the mast closes in this sequence To ensure the mast secti...

Page 17: ...ructure and chassis Swivel castor condition and security Axle and wheels for condition and security Condition and operation of spirit level Condition of component and battery covers Condition of all l...

Page 18: ...riodically not required if AGM battery is fitted If this is not practical then the charger should be switched on once a week for half an hour This is especially important in cold conditions The hydrau...

Page 19: ...ognised agents for repair or assessment against a warranty claim on the machine or component Materials and or labour costs to renew repair or replace components due to fair wear and tear Faults arisin...

Page 20: ...Charger 110V IP20 PT E 001 Battery Charger 110V IP65 PT E 001 2 Battery charger 230V IP65 PT E 001E E 12V 105A Lead Acid Battery PT E 002 AGM Battery PT E 002AGM F 110V Plug PT E 010 HYDRAULIC PARTS P...

Page 21: ...w Gate PTN M 350 F Rubber Buffer PT M 126 G Cover Securing Knob PT M 107 H Tool Tray PTN M 303 I Buffer Wheel PTN M 302 J Decal Set 1 PTN M 322 Decal Set 2 Nano PTN M 310 Decal Set 2 830P PTN M 310 2...

Page 22: ...PIN CONNECTOR PLUG OPTIONAL SOLENOID DETECTION DEVICE N O N O DOWN UP N O OPTIONAL GROUND CONTROLS OPTIONAL DEAD MAN S PLATFORM CONTROLS OPTIONAL DEAD MAN S OPTIONAL GROUND CONTROLS SUZIE CABLE POWER...

Page 23: ...CIRCUIT DIAGRAM HYDRAULIC 23 Relief Valve preset to 65 Bar 12V DC Powerpack Single Action 2 stage lift cylinder Manual Bypass Solenoid Lock Valve Steel Pipe Orifice 3 1cc rev...

Page 24: ...N OP UK 12 17 www powertowers com 100 British designed and manufactured...

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