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Ratchet Beam Elevation System
Option
(Two person operation recommended – one on
each A-Frame)
Always wear gloves when using this item.
Release Ratchet (Figure 3). Ensure the hook at
the end of ratchet strap is positively engaged
within the bottom hole of the A-Frame upright
(Figure 4).
Remove lower bolt on trap plate
Tension ratchet strap to take the upright/beam
weight
Remove upper bolt on trap plate
Operate ratchet to adjust height to required
setting, ensuring that the bolt holes are aligned
as in figure 5
Re-insert upper bolt and nut/washer assembly
Ease tensioned strap aside, re-insert lower bolt
and secure.
Repeat steps 2-8 on the second A-Frame,
ensuring that the gantry uprights are vertical,
and the beam is horizontal
Check all bolts on the gantry are sufficiently
secure by ensuring all spring washers are fully
depressed
Easy Conversion to Winched
Configuration
A Winch Kit and accessories can be supplied to
convert the system into a winch capable system.
Please contact your REID Representative for
further details and requirements.
Lobed Cheek Plates
Lobed Cheek Plates allow for ease of assembly
when adjusting the operating span of the Gantry.
The modified Cheek Plates allow the clear
operating span to be adjusted by moving one
frame in, whilst still allowing the standard assembly
methods to be observed.
When adjusting the operating span the Lobed
Cheek Plate A-frame needs to be erected first
when following standard assembly instructions.
Customized Configurations
For customized systems additional assembly
and operation information may be provided as
required.
Operate Ratchet
Ratchet in ‘parked’ position
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GANTRY
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Fig 5
Fig 6
Fig 3
Fig 4