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Medium or Small A-Frame with no 

gearing fitted

Two person operation recommended – one on 
the bolts and one on the upright.

Always wear gloves when using this item.

    

Ensure the castor brakes are engaged

    

Adjust the upright position at one A-Frame by 
removing 2 x upright securing bolts and lifting 
from the strut handle, as in figure 1

    

Re-insert bolts and nut/washer assembly’s (do 
not over tighten)

    

Repeat the height adjustment 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

Beam Height Adjustment

Geared Handwheel rotation

Release castor breaks

Beam height adjustment bolts (2 bolts on each upright).

Tighten all bolts to 27 Nm (20 ft lbs) or until spring washers  

are fully depressed.

Variants &  

Options

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PORTA

GANTRY

   11000

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Summary of Contents for PORTAGANTRY 11000

Page 1: ...US REIDLIFTING COM Assembly Operation Guide PORTAGANTRY 11000 ...

Page 2: ...ecord 35 Lightweight Portable Safe Please read the following instructions and guidance notes carefully before using or operating the system They contain important information about how to handle and use the system in a safe and efficient way avoiding danger reducing repair costs and downtime and increasing the reliability and lifespan of the system They apply for Operation including preparation tr...

Page 3: ...erated in ambient dry temperatures between 10 F to 131 F 23 to 55 C Consult your supplier in case of extreme working conditions Maximum Capacity Lifting of Goods Each product will be marked with a Capacity The capacity is specifically intended as a maximum limit for the lifting of goods materials and equipment and includes safety factors When using modular gantries due to the interchangeability of...

Page 4: ...frame Be aware of hazards when setting up folding down such as trapping fingers in rotating parts A Be aware of any adverse weather conditions such as strong or gusty winds which could impose additional horizontal loads and affect the stability of the structure Stop using if weather is impacting on lifting and either disassemble the gantry or tie it to a rigid structure to ensure it can t overturn...

Page 5: ...t The Product can be used as part of a personal fall protection system that meets the requirements of ANSI Z359 18 OSHA 1910 subpart I and 1926 502 subpart M When being used for fall arrest the operator must use a body harness and a shock absorber that complies with the relevant national standards and regulations and that limits the maximum allowed force MAF to 8kN Users may be attached to the sys...

Page 6: ... work and ensure that users are trained in the correct execution of the plan and have all necessary rescue equipment to hand Where required by regulation each installation must be approved by a qualified person Always wear appropriate PPE when installing setting up dismantling and using this equipment Misuse of this product could result in serious injury or death PORTAGANTRY 11000 C Warning For fa...

Page 7: ...oods only unless local regulations adverse working conditions or profile of use and risk dictate shorter periods The components of the system need to be checked for damage wear corrosion or other irregularities It may be necessary to disassemble the system in order to do this Particular attention should be paid to checking the profiles for denting pins and fixings for integrity making sure there i...

Page 8: ...m an explosive atmosphere Inspection Maintenance Repair Special attention should be given to dust deposits on the structure especially in areas where the profiles come into contact and should be wiped clean and care taken not to apply materials that could create electrostatic charging Additionally the bearings in the trolley rollers and castors should be checked to ensure they rotate freely The st...

Page 9: ...tive Footwear Hard Hat Assembly Instructions The PORTAGANTRY system is delivered flat packed on a pallet and should include 2 x A Frames 1 Trolley Stabiliser legs Option Beam sometimes shipped separately Gantry Tool Set supplied as an option Ratchet handle 1 2 sq drive 24mm socket 24mm combination spanner 14mm long series allen key 14mm Hex key socket Apply the castor brakes Put brakes on only wit...

Page 10: ... plate bolt 1 and insert a bolt Put on plain washer spring washer then nut finger tight Offer opposite side of beam to the rear bolt hole on the cheek plate bolt 1 and insert bolt Put on plain washer spring washer then nut finger tight Thread the beam trolley over the other end of the beam and lock with the friction brake at approximately center position If using a gated trolley lock with the fric...

Page 11: ...to other end of beam opposite to the end to be raised and secure by tightening the trolley knob Be careful not to trap any fingers in this operation The use of a suitable platform ladder may be required to reach the bolt hole Insert the second bolt into the cheek plate Tighten both bolts until spring washer is fully depressed be cautious not to overtighten For additional safety a spare bolt can be...

Page 12: ...re by ensuring all spring washers are fully depressed Beam Height Adjustment Geared Handwheel rotation Release castor breaks Geared Handwheel rotation With Ratchet System Two Person Operation Recommended one on each A Frame Always wear gloves when using this item Release Ratchet Figure 4 Ensure the hook at the end of ratchet strap is positively engaged within the bottom hole of the A frame upright...

Page 13: ...t bolts and nut washer assembly s do not over tighten Repeat the height adjustment 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 Beam Height Adjustment Geared Handwheel rotation Release castor breaks Beam height adjustment bolts 2 bolts on each ...

Page 14: ...nimum of two people lift A Frame using tie bar as shown in figure 3 Maneuver A Frame in the same way as a wheelbarrow When parking an A Frame in this mode ensure pneumatic castor brake is engaged Variants Options Stabiliser Leg in Wheelbarrow Configuration Stabiliser Leg in Vertical Configuration Stabiliser Leg in Vertical Configuration Changing from Wheelbarrow to Vertical Configuration Two Perso...

Page 15: ...ied prior to performing any lift If load rated castors are fitted the operator can choose whether the castors or WUJL take the load on each foot of the gantry When maneuvering the gantry always have the jack legs in the parked position as shown in figure 1 Position the gantry for the lift before setting the height with the jack Before lifting ensure all jacks are in the correct lifting position an...

Page 16: ...11 13 3 9 4 6 x 8 14 8 6 7 15 1 11 2 3 5500 8 10 x 3 659 US PGSS11000T 18D 18 8 x 8 15 13 3 9 4 6 x 8 14 8 6 7 15 1 11 2 3 5500 8 10 x 3 690 Ratings using ANSI standards Contact REID for other standards Connect the chain block to the shackle on the cheek plate as shown Release the load chain until reaching the master link of the trolley connecting the hook as shown 1 Operate the chain block to mov...

Page 17: ...mber of the Industrial Rope Access Trade Association IRATA International membership number 148 REID Lifting works in accordance with the IRATA Code of Practice and in doing so contributes to promote the development of safe All product names are trademarks of REID Lifting Ltd PORTADAVIT PORTABASE PORTAQUAD PORTAGANTRY RAPIDE PORTADAVIT QUANTUM TDAVIT PORTAGANTRY PORTAGANTRY RAPIDE TDAVIT PORTAGANTR...

Page 18: ...s Boulons du montant Bolzen für Höheneinstellung 13 PG500 3000 Assembly Sticker v5 indd 1 04 01 2017 11 01 58 7 6 35 Product Labelling PORTAGANTRY 11000 Product Labelling Key Safety Labels Insert and secure the bolt before loading the system Insert the detent pin and fully engage before loading the system Insert the clevis pin and secure with the clip before loading the system Restraint point only...

Page 19: ...s capacity WLL of the device The year of manufacture The standards to which the device is approved The ATEX rating of the product if applicable CE Marking Minimum breaking strength MBS for ANSI Z359 18 Insert data from serial numbers found on product into table here Periodic Examination Repair History 37 PORTAGANTRY 5000 Product Identification Inspection Record Notes ...

Page 20: ...39 PORTAGANTRY 5000 Notes Notes ...

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