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PowerLift

 

by ReechCraft

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Once the Walk-Around Inspection check is complete, perform a function check 
of all systems in an area free of overhead and ground level obstructions.

IF THE MACHINE DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY, SHUT OFF AND REMOVE 
POWER FROM THE MACHINE IMMEDIATELY! REPORT THE PROBLEM TO THE 
PROPER MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL AND DO NOT OPERATE THE MACHINE 
UNTIL IT HAS BEEN DEEMED SAFE FOR OPERATION.

Function Check Items 

 

1.  Drive Shaft Brake

 - Check to be sure the input hex shaft plunges 

properly and returns to it’s properly seated position. The input hex 
shaft should be firmly seated in its return position and resist turning 
freely in either direction. 

 

2.  Overload Clutch

 - Check to be sure the Overload Clutch is 

functioning properly by briefly running the drill motor in the reverse 
direction (counterclockwise). You should hear and audible buzzing 
sound.  

NOTE:

 Be sure to maintain a firm grip on the drill.

 

3.  Outrigger Interlock

 - Check to be sure the Outrigger Interlock 

is functioning properly by briefly running the drill motor in the 
forward position (clockwise) with the outriggers removed. The 
platform should not disengage from is fully lowered position and 
you should hear an audible “buzzing” sound coming from the 
overload clutch slipping. 

  

NOTE:

 Be sure to maintain a firm grip on the drill.

 

4.  Mast Connectors

 - Check to be sure the components of the Mast 

Connectors are present, undamaged, clear of debris and in good 
working condition. (See Figure 2-7) 

NOTE:

 

Be sure the top mast 

Termination Plate is present, undamaged and securely attached to 

the mast section.

SECTION 

2

PREPARATION & INSPECTION

2.4

 Function Check

DANGER

NOTICE

CAUTION

WARNING

Summary of Contents for PowerLift PL50

Page 1: ...PL50 OPERATOR S SAFETY MANUAL www reechcraft com powerlift P N 4026425...

Page 2: ...l personal injury hazards Understand and obey all safety messages that correspond with this symbol to avoid possible injury or death INDICATES AN IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION AND IF NOT AVOIDED WILL...

Page 3: ...OUR PRODUCTS HAVE BEEN INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT INVOLVING BODILY INJURY OR DEATH OF PERSONNEL OR WHERE SUBSTANTIAL PERSONAL PROPERTY DAMAGE OR DAMAGE TO THE REECHCRAFT PRODUCT HAS OCCURRED FOREWARD DA...

Page 4: ...on 9 1 3 OPERATION 10 General 10 Fall Hazards 10 Electrocution Hazard 11 Tipping Hazards 12 Crushing and Collisions Hazards 14 1 4 MANEUVERING TRANSPORTING AND LIFTING 15 General 15 Additional Safety...

Page 5: ...Upright Maneuvering 34 Tilted Over Maneuvering 34 Parking and Storage 36 VehicleTransport 36 SECTION 4 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 37 4 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 37 Manual Descent Crank 37 Discharged Battery or...

Page 6: ...Inspection andTrack Replacement 51 7 3 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION SCHEDULE 51 Inspection and Maintenance Codes 51 7 4 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES 53 General 53 Safety and Workmansh...

Page 7: ...Mast Sections 33 3 8 Maneuvering WhenTilted Back 35 4 1 Manual Descent Crank Operation 38 4 2 Emergency Retraction System 39 5 1 Chassis Base Mast Decal Locations 42 5 2 Climbing Unit Decal Locations...

Page 8: ...riate personal protection equipment PPE for the conditions If there are any questions regarding safety training maintenance inspection application or operation of the machine please contact ReechCraft...

Page 9: ...o 135 F 29 C to 57 C Consult ReechCraft for operation outside of this range Machine performance may be affected in very hot or cold conditions Machine Inspection Before machine operation perform walk...

Page 10: ...t suspended by their cord from the platform Be sure to fully lower the platform completely and shut off all power before leaving the machine No more than one person is allowed on the machine Only the...

Page 11: ...t provide protection from contact or proximity to electrical current Maintain distance from electrical lines apparatus or any energized exposed or insulated parts according to the Minimum Approach Dis...

Page 12: ...l be made by a qualified person in accordance with employer local or governmental requirements for work practices near energized equipment DO NOT MANEUVER MACHINE OR PERSONNEL INSIDE PROHIBITED ZONE M...

Page 13: ...appropriate sill Do not elevate if there is a safety concern related to the stability of the bearing surface Before using the machine on floors bridges and other surfaces check allowable capacity of t...

Page 14: ...s inside the platform railing during operation Exercise extreme caution at all times to prevent obstacles from striking or interfering with operating controls drill and persons in the platform Ensure...

Page 15: ...back for rough terrain transport Remove drill tools and equipment from platform when transporting in a vehicle Refer to the Machine Operation section of this manual for lifting information Additional...

Page 16: ...machine and in this manual 3 Employer and government regulations 4 Use of approved fall protection device where applicable 5 Sufficient mechanical aptitude and knowledge of the machine to recognize a...

Page 17: ...re all illegible decals are cleaned or replaced Reference Section 5 2 Decal Contents and Location 3 Safety Service Make sure a copy of the Operator s and Safety manual is enclosed in a weather resista...

Page 18: ...ine is exposed to harsh conditions increased use or if the machine is used in a severe manner Table 2 1 Inspection and Maintenance TYPE FREQUENCY PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY SERVICE QUALIFICATION REFERENCE...

Page 19: ...ook the underside of the chassis Check this area for corrosion debris and cracks NOTE The Mast and Climbing Unit should be clean and free of grease oil and dirt Do not lubricate the Mast or Climbing U...

Page 20: ...gure 2 2 3 Mast Sections Check for cracks and corrosion Make sure the Cam Levers are not bent or misshapen and springs are functioning properly Make sure the track teeth are not worn bent or misshapen...

Page 21: ...www reechcraft com powerlift 888 600 6160 21 SECTION 2 PREPARATION INSPECTION Figure 2 3 Climbing Unit Guide Rollers Platform Mount Opening Drive Shaft Brake Gearbox Interlock Pin...

Page 22: ...rs Check for any debris stuck to or around the wheels or swivel mechanism Check to be sure the lock is in good working condition and that the wheels are functioning properly 7 Track Sections Check tha...

Page 23: ...to be sure that the mounting pins are not loose platform railing is undamaged platform retaining pin is functioning properly self closing slide gates are functioning properly no cracks or visible cor...

Page 24: ...ning properly by briefly running the drill motor in the reverse direction counterclockwise You should hear and audible buzzing sound NOTE Be sure to maintain a firm grip on the drill 3 Outrigger Inter...

Page 25: ...www reechcraft com powerlift 888 600 6160 25 SECTION 2 PREPARATION INSPECTION Figure 2 7 Mast Connectors Cam Lever Connector Pin Opening Connector Pins Cam Lever Lock TopTermination Plate...

Page 26: ...ork platform AWP The removable platform is mounted to an elevating climbing unit that combines up to four 4 modular mast sections that are stacked and fixed to a base mast on a movable chassis The mac...

Page 27: ...ing Unit 2 Intermediate Mast 3 Drive Shaft Brake 4 Manual Container 5 Outrigger Socket 6 Manual Descent Crank 7 Platform 8 Gearbox 9 Platform Entry Gate 10 Platform Retaining Pin 11 Tilt back handle 1...

Page 28: ...mode Figure 3 2 Typical Drill Motor 1 Chuck 2 Torque control cordless drill option 3 PowerTrigger 4 Speed Controller optional 5 Drill Hammer Function Selector optional 6 Direction Selector 7 Battery P...

Page 29: ...ed by the operator Before operating the machine be sure the platform is fully lowered and all four 4 outriggers are properly installed See Figure 3 3 Be sure the machine is level and on a surface capa...

Page 30: ...supporting the intended load directly under the desired work area 2 Connect to an appropriate power source AC connect to a grounded 15A AC power supply Be careful the extension cord remains slack at...

Page 31: ...rection selector so the drill motor is in the forward clockwise position Hold the drill motor handle firmly push down lightly to automatically disengage the drive shaft brake and squeeze the trigger t...

Page 32: ...TIONS ALWAYS MAINTAIN A FIRM GRIPWHEN HANDLING DANGER NOTICE CAUTION WARNING 4 With the cam lever in the down position be sure the cam lever lock springs automatically into the locked position 1 Stack...

Page 33: ...ent power to lower the platform For emergency operation please see section 4 Emergency Procedures Figure 3 7 Separating Mast Sections 4 Carefully return to the stowed position Separating Mast Sections...

Page 34: ...must be installed corresponding to the number of masts and elevated temporarily during maneuvering only See Figure 3 4 There can be no significant weight on the machine while it is being rolled around...

Page 35: ...L ENSURE A FIRM GRIP WITHTWO HANDS ONTHE HANDLE AND ENSURE WEIGHT IS DISTRIBUTEDTO AVOIDTHE USER ORTHE MACHINE BEINGTHROWN BYTHE MOVING WEIGHT OFTHE MACHINE TAKE PRECAUTIONSTO AVOID MANUAL HANDLING IN...

Page 36: ...by vehicle it should be disassembled into its major components and each component secured separately Restrain each component of the machine securely during transport When transported fully stowed the...

Page 37: ...batteries of the cordless drill run out of sufficient charge to lower the platform THE CRANK IS DESIGNED FOR MANUAL DESCENT IN CASE OF LOSS OF POWER ONLY IT MUST NOT BE USEDTO ELEVATETHE PLATFORM OR F...

Page 38: ...and place it inside the platform 3 Remove the manual descent crank from the mounting clip inside the platform 4 Engage the drive shaft with the manual crank 5 Push down on the top of the handle to di...

Page 39: ...ne other personnel should deploy the Emergency Retrieval System to lower the platform and rescue the operator see Figure 4 2 Remove retraction winch from chassis Attach winch to base mast and unwind s...

Page 40: ...nd Engineering Department 474 45th Street South Fargo ND 58103 In USA Toll Free 888 600 6160 Outside USA Phone 701 280 5900 E mail info reechcraft com Failure to notify the manufacturer of an incident...

Page 41: ...p Hazard 4026404 B3 Anemometer Storage 4026426 B4 Serial Number PLATFORM No Type ReechCraft Part Number C1 Platform Rating 4026423 C2 Crush Hazard 4026003 C3 Read Manual 4026005 C4 Platform Step Warni...

Page 42: ...PowerLift by ReechCraft 42 Figure 5 2 Climbing Unit Decal Locations Outdoor Only See Section 6 B1 B4 B2 B3 Figure 5 1 Chassis Base Mast Decal Locations SECTION 5 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS A3 A1 A4 A2...

Page 43: ...reechcraft com powerlift 888 600 6160 43 SECTION 5 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Figure 5 3 Platform Decal Locations C5 C10 C7 C9 C11 C6 C4 C8 C1 C12 C2 C3 INSIDE Figure 5 4 Outrigger Decal Locations D1 D2...

Page 44: ...m x 89 mm Drive Worm Drive with Integrated Drive Gear Brake A Stowed Length 1356 mm B Stowed Width 762 mm C Stowed Height 1 741 mm D Minimum Platform Height 329 mm E Outrigger Footprint Width 1705 mm...

Page 45: ...www reechcraft com powerlift 888 600 6160 45 SECTION 5 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Figure 5 5 Machine Specifications A B C D E F G H J I...

Page 46: ...see Fig 6 1 The Outdoor Use Option includes counterweights fastened to the base frame for additional stability and an anemometer to measure wind speed while working outdoors See Fig 6 1 for location...

Page 47: ...AX air velocity Refer to Fig 6 3 6 Measure the wind speed in meters per second Fig 6 2 7 Turn off Press MODE SET buttons at the same time Fig 6 2 8 Return to protective case Press MODE button more tha...

Page 48: ...ges without prior notification Contact ReechCraft for updated information MODIFICATION OFTHE MACHINEWITHOUTTHE MANUFACTURERS APPROVAL IS A PROHIBITED PRACTICE AND A DIRECT SAFETY VIOLATION Your safety...

Page 49: ...R ENTAGLED INTHE MACHINE OBSERVE UNDERSTAND AND OBEY ALL DANGER WARNING CAUTION AND OTHER INSTRUCTIONS ONTHE MACHINE AND IN OPERATORS MANUAL KEEP STANDING SURFACES AND HAND HOLDS FREE OF GREASE WATER...

Page 50: ...Inspection It is the operators responsibility to perform a Pre Start Inspection of the machine prior to use Reference Section 2 in this manual for Pre Start Inspection procedures This manual must be r...

Page 51: ...lowing table The table is divided into two parts AREA and INTERVAL The component or function to be inspected are listed in the AREA column and the interval at which time they are to be inspected are l...

Page 52: ...3 5 1 3 5 7 Gearbox 3 7 9 3 7 9 1 3 7 9 Manual Crank 1 1 12 1 3 12 Climbing Unit 7 1 7 1 3 5 10 7 Platform 1 4 5 1 4 5 1 3 4 5 7 Platform Latch 1 4 7 8 1 3 4 6 7 8 1 3 4 6 7 8 Chassis 3 4 5 3 4 5 3 4...

Page 53: ...g components and pinch points Do not allow heavy objects to rest in an unstable position When raising a portion of the machine ensure that adequate support is provided Cleanliness The single most impo...

Page 54: ...nd evenly If there are any air bubbles work them gently towards the edge with a clean cloth Pressure sensitive adhesives reach full strength after several days MAST SECTIONS SHOULD BE INSPECTED EVERY...

Page 55: ...operly at the joint location If the track is bent or damaged in any way it must be replaced by a qualified mechanic before machine use may resume 3 Mast Connector Wear MastTrack misalignment may be du...

Page 56: ...PowerLift by ReechCraft 56 SECTION 7 SERVICE MAINTENANCE MACHINE LOG RecordType 1 Examination 2 Test 3 Major Alteration 4 Repair Information Date RecordType Notes...

Page 57: ...the applicable corrective action The probable causes and corrective action should where possible be checked in the order listed in the tables It should be noted that there is no substitute for thorou...

Page 58: ...rm One or more of the connector lock levers are in the open position interfering with the rollers Lower the platform to expose the last section of mast that was installed and check to be sure both lev...

Page 59: ...cate Number 39323 20121030 The above products have been evaluated for conformity with provisions of following European Directives Directive 2006 42 EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of...

Page 60: ...ReechCraft Inc P O Box 2426 Fargo ND 58108 888 600 6160 www reechcraft com powerlift...

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