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Page 1: ...Operator s Safety Manual www reechcraft com powerpole P N 4026579...

Page 2: ...Inc This ReechCraft Inc product is patented and protected in the United States US Patent 6981573 All other US and International Patents Pending Using this product in methods not indented by ReechCraf...

Page 3: ...ast 12 Assembling the Base Plate 13 Connecting the Masts 13 Assembling Platform Supports 14 Assembling the V Brace 16 Assembling the Outrigger Base 17 SECTION 3 ERECTINGTHE SYSTEM Ground Preparations...

Page 4: ...transferable by the End User and only applies to Product manufactured after September 1 2018 During the Warranty Period Reechcraft warrants Products to be free from defects in materials and workmansh...

Page 5: ...ling of materials Parts purchased or sourced by suppliers other than Reechcraft or a Reechcraft Reseller are not covered under this End User Warranty Under no circumstances will Reechcraft be responsi...

Page 6: ...provision unenforceable in any other jurisdiction SAFETY GUIDELINES 1 Safety comes first To help ensure safety always have a competent person assemble erect operate transport store and maintain this p...

Page 7: ...tions Prepare an emergency escape plan and keep a telephone list of emergency numbers 12 Never overload the system beyond the duty rating of 650 lbs 295 kg Refer to the loading section of the user man...

Page 8: ...8 Section 1 GENERAL SYSTEM INFORMATION CLIMBING UNIT WITH PLATFORM SUPPORTS Fig 1 1 Fig 1 2...

Page 9: ...www reechcraft com PowerPole 888 600 6160 9 Section 1 GENERAL SYSTEM INFORMATION Fig 1 3 MAST ASSEMBLY...

Page 10: ...10 Section 1 GENERAL SYSTEM INFORMATION Fig 1 4 Standard Configuration Fig 1 4 Outrigger Configuration SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS...

Page 11: ...0 Amp 10 gauge GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Rated Load on Climbing Unit Work Platform weight NOT included 650 lbs Safety Devices Lock Pawl Emergency Lowering Manual Hand Crank Optional Maximum Climb...

Page 12: ...etely disassembled during transport to the jobsite 1 Position the traveler horizontally on the ground gearbox up and insert the mast by hand until the mast track engages the gearbox drive gear 2 Conti...

Page 13: ...hole pattern Pre assemble the coupler to one of the masts by assembling the 4 screws through the holes into the coupler threads Do not tighten CONNECTINGTHE MASTS 2 Slide the other mast on the couple...

Page 14: ...n the masts and coupler with a wrench 1 Open the platform latches by pulling both latch pins outward rotating slightly then releasing 2 Place the platform connector as shown into the latch system CONN...

Page 15: ...te the spring loaded latch pins back allowing them to snap in place Important Be sure pins travel completely through the assembly by moving the platform support up and down if necessary Fig 2 8 Fig 2...

Page 16: ...16 ASSEMBLING THE SYSTEM Section 2 1 Secure the v brace assembly to the mast with the supplied hardware above the traveler assembly as shown ASSEMBLINGTHE V BRACE optional Fig 2 10...

Page 17: ...HE SYSTEM 1 With the assembly on the ground as shown place the outrigger assembly onto the mast approximately 3 in 8 cm above the base plate and secure by fastening outrigger to the mast with the supp...

Page 18: ...ll components have been inspected and maintained in accordance with product labels on the unit and information contained in this manual or any other documents supplied by ReechCraft technical team 3 B...

Page 19: ...re there are no electrical lines or other obstructions that will interfere with the erection of the assembly 6 By starting at the top end of the assembly lift the assembly and walk towards the structu...

Page 20: ...e structure 9 6 ft 1 83 m and 12 ft 3 66 m masts can be joined together to reach the maximum work height of 75 ft 22 9 m Heights over 24 ft 7 3 m require mid bracing every 16 ft 4 9 m or less Refer to...

Page 21: ...the unit and information contained in this manual or any other documents supplied by ReechCraft technical team 3 Based on the layout plan determine the location of the mast assembly and where it will...

Page 22: ...OUTRIGGER CONFIGURATION cont d Fig 3 9 5 If the change in elevation between each screw stabilizer exceeds 8 in 20 cm the bearing surfaces of the screw stabilizers will need to be cribbed or earth low...

Page 23: ...driver ERECTINGTHE OUTRIGGER CONFIGURATION cont d Fig 3 10 7 Position the climbing unit and mast assembly with the base close to its final position Lay down a stud board flat on the ground parallel to...

Page 24: ...he assembly By starting at the top end of the assembly lift the assembly and walk towards the structure until the wheels contact the 2 x 4 stop board Continue to lift and tilt the assembly upward into...

Page 25: ...directions and the base plate is located approximately 75 in 19 mm above the ground 12 During this process the top of the mast assembly will stick slightly to the structure Pull the mast assembly jus...

Page 26: ...orm is installed and especially with payloads of 50 100 the base plate should contact the ground 14 At the mast base it is necessary to ensure the bottom of the mast assembly will not rotate or slide...

Page 27: ...o could put undue force on the anchor screws and substrate decreasing the effective pullout strength of the connection Fig 3 19 17 6 ft 1 83 m and 12 ft 3 66 m masts can be joined together to reach th...

Page 28: ...mbly Fig 4 1 by 42 in 107 cm and placed 5 5 in 14 cm from the traveler as shown in Fig 4 2 PLATFORM AND BENCH INSTALLATION Fig 4 1 3 Thread the chains supplied with the system through the cross member...

Page 29: ...r sit on the workbench under any circumstances To install the work bench place a matching length platform on the bench supports Place the bench upside down to allow a trough for material to be placed...

Page 30: ...ve wear discard immediately and use new equipment 3 The PowerPole System should only be used with electrical power drills that have been tested and recommended for use by ReechCraft or your local deal...

Page 31: ...and press lightly downward until driver fully seats on the input shaft Important The drill with driver must be able to insert freely through the drill bracket and on to the input shaft Remove any obs...

Page 32: ...ecuring them to the rail system Fig 5 5 Eliminate any conditions which would allow the electrical cords to catch on clothing tools materials or any other obstruction POWER CORD INSTALLATION Fig 5 5 11...

Page 33: ...line power board with circuit protected switch This configuration allows for actuation of both drills at the same time for lifting the platform Important Lowering the platform will require the individ...

Page 34: ...aring the appropriate Person Protective Equipment while operating the system 2 Load any necessary equipment tools and materials securely onto the system Be sure to keep walk ways free of obstruction O...

Page 35: ...e platform it is permissible to allow the platform to temporarily slope up to 10 degrees while repositioning the platform to a different work height In this case the work platform temporarily becomes...

Page 36: ...ower the work platform reverse the direction of the drill lift up on the lock lever with the other hand then pull the trigger on the drill while holding the lock lever Note on occasion the lock lever...

Page 37: ...e platform until completely stopped and off the ground less than 2 5 ft 75 m 13 If your setup requires transferring to another unit or platform take every precaution necessary to prevent a fall and fo...

Page 38: ...SING A MIDDLETIE 2 Though normally tied during operation it is acceptable to temporarily disconnect 1 middle tie at a time to allow you to move past and reconnect 3 To pass a tie while elevating the p...

Page 39: ...a 6 5 ft 2 m rope to the end of the tie to help rotate the tie back into place once above it Be sure there is adequate distance to clear the tie with the work platform before continuing PASSING A MID...

Page 40: ...v brace may be used for a middle tie To pass a v brace approach the brace with care and stop the platform when the connection to the mast is easy to reach Disconnect the middle v brace from the mast a...

Page 41: ...osure for transport if possible The PowerPole System was designed for rugged outdoor use and it is suited to be stored outdoors However storing the system indoors is advised to maximize the life span...

Page 42: ...42 Section TRANSPORT STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE 7 inspection and Maintenance Logs...

Page 43: ...m PowerPole 888 600 6160 43 Section 7 TRANSPORT STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE DAILY INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE LOG 1 OF 2 Competent Person Print Date of Inspection Company Name Jobsite Signature of Competen...

Page 44: ...ng unit inspecting the bolt connections or locking pins that secure them to the traveler Be sure all hardware used for adjustment is present and functioning properly Masts Inspect mast for damage and...

Page 45: ...PowerPole 888 600 6160 45 Section 7 TRANSPORT STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE WEEKLY INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE LOG 1 OF 2 Competent Person Print Date of Inspection Company Name Jobsite Signature of Competen...

Page 46: ...lly engage the track and clutch out the gearbox for 3 seconds When functioning properly the drill bracket will place a small down pressure to the drill assembly and prevent the drill from rotating aga...

Page 47: ...there appears to be any damage to the gear discard and replace immediately Verify the clutch force of the gearbox Be sure that all bearings guides and gearbox gears are functioning properly Erect a s...

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