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Operator Safety Instructions .................................................................. 4 
Specifications .......................................................................................... 5 
Assembly Instructions ....................................................................... 6-11

 

 

 

   Moving Roust-a-Bout to work area (no load).......................................... 6 
   Moving Roust-a-Bout (with load) ............................................................ 6 
   Elevating Mast ..................................................................................... 6-7 
   Attaching Lift Cable to Object ................................................................. 7 
   Elevating Load..................................................................................... 7-8 
   Lowering Load ........................................................................................ 8 
   Lowering Mast ........................................................................................ 8 
   Removing Mast.................................................................................... 8-9 
   Caster Brakes......................................................................................... 9 
   Handle Storage....................................................................................... 9 
   Shear Pin................................................................................................ 9 
   Options:  Tee Head Extension........................................................... 9-10 
   Model R-250 Guy Line Instructions ...................................................... 11 

 

Maintenance Instructions ..................................................................... 12

 

   Winch Maintenance .............................................................................. 12 
   Replacing the Cables ........................................................................... 12 
   General Maintenance ........................................................................... 12 

Troubleshooting .................................................................................... 13  
Maintenance Record ............................................................................. 14 

 

 

OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITIES 

 

Throughout this publication, the words WARNING, CAUTION and IMPORTANT will 

be used to alert the user to special instructions concerning a particular operation 

that may be hazardous if performed incorrectly or carelessly. 

 

OBSERVE THEM CAREFULLY !!

 

Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in severe  
personal injury or death. 

Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in minor 
personal injury, product or property damage. 

Indicates information or instructions that are necessary for 
proper operation and/or maintenance.

 

WARNING 

CAUTION 

IMPORTANT 

 

INDEX 

Summary of Contents for Roust-a-Bout R Series

Page 1: ... y MN questions USA 7514 Alabonson Rd Houston TX 77088 p 281 999 6900 f 281 999 6966 CANADA 75 Saltsman Drive Unit 5 Cambridge Ontario N3H 4R7 p 519 653 5300 f 519 653 5305 NETHERLANDS Midden Engweg 21NL 3882TS Putten Netherlands europeansales com p 31 0 85 489 0284 UK Unit 3 Kempton Road Keytec 7 Business Park Pershore Worcestershire WR 10 2TA UK p 44 0 1386 556278 f 44 0 1386 556776 Sumner Manuf...

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Page 3: ... Cables 12 General Maintenance 12 Troubleshooting 13 Maintenance Record 14 OWNER S RESPONSIBILITIES Throughout this publication the words WARNING CAUTION and IMPORTANT will be used to alert the user to special instructions concerning a particular operation that may be hazardous if performed incorrectly or carelessly OBSERVE THEM CAREFULLY Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in severe pe...

Page 4: ...ad capacity Never use two Roust A Bouts to lift a load which exceeds the capacity of a single lift Stay clear of overhead wires and obstructions Do not operate in gusty winds Never allow anyone under an elevated load Never leave Roust A Bout unattended with an elevated load Do not climb on Roust A Bout or put side load on mast Do not operate during storms Never lower load using free fall lever Kee...

Page 5: ...around equipment and keep bystanders at a safe distance Do not allow children to operate this unit and always keep them out of work areas SPECIFICATIONS Model Maximum Lifting Capacity Maximum Height R 100 1500 lbs 680 kg 15 2 1 2 4 6 m R 150 1500 lbs 680 kg 15 2 1 2 4 6 m R 180 1500 lbs 680 kg 17 11 5 8 5 5 m R 250 1500 lbs 680 kg 25 3 8 7 6 m 1 000 lb 455 kg Limit all models with optional Tee Hea...

Page 6: ...to the lowest possible position prior to moving unit 1 MOVING ROUST A BOUT TO WORK AREA NO LOAD 1 The load line shackle should be attached to winch mount bracket prior to transporting unit to prevent the cable from swinging and striking operator or bystanders 2 Attach winch handles to both sides of winch which will allow them to be used as a handlebar to steer the unit WARNING Roust a Bout should ...

Page 7: ...ever attempt to use free fall lever with a load attached 2 While holding up Free Fall Lever pull cable from lower spool of winch as shown until the cable is long enough to securely attach to the load Note Secure load line using approved rigging practices and equipment only WARNING Always lift load slightly to check rig ging and balance before elevating Note Stabilizing lines should be used to cont...

Page 8: ...ise to lower load Note Mast should be lowered with no load whenever possible and should never be lowered with a load exceeding 500 lb 225 kg attached 7 Lowering Mast 1 Install winch handle onto lower shaft on left side of winch 2 Lower mast buy turning handle in a clockwise direction 8 Removing Mast Note Caster brakes should always be locked when removing mast 1 Release base latch by pulling ring ...

Page 9: ...When not in use the Roust A Bout handles should be kept in the storage location 1 To store handles align the sockets with the holes in the storage plate 2 Slide handle in until it contacts the spring loaded pin 3 Press in spring loaded pin and continue to slide in handle 4 Reverse steps 1 thru 3 to remove 11 Shear Pin Shear Pin Note All R Series Roust A Bouts contain a safety device known as a She...

Page 10: ...08 cm 48 120 cm R 150 22 55 cm 43 108 cm 48 120 cm R 180 29 73 cm 58 145 cm 63 158 cm R 250 37 93 cm 73 183 cm 78 195 cm Caster Brake Caster Base Winch Winch Handle Elevation Line Equalizing Line Line Hook Counter Weight Line Shackle Load Line Top Mast Tee Head ...

Page 11: ...ust A Bout When working the R 250 above 20 ft 6 1 m a red line will show on the Center Mast as a warning to use Guy Lines 1 Attach two wire ropes to Top Mast before elevating mast 2 Attach two 1 4 chains to rear legs 3 Elevate mast to about 10 to 12 25 to 30 cm lower than the desired work height 4 Attach chains to wire rope ensuring that Guy Lines are of equal length 5 Elevate mast until Guy Lines...

Page 12: ...6 Reverse for installing new Load Line B Mast Elevating Line 1 Lay Roust A Bout across supports with the winch facing up 2 Remove both gear covers 3 Remove in sequence item numbers 17 10 11 and 12 4 Remove in sequence item numbers 13 6 7 8 and 9 5 Remove in sequence item numbers 18 16 5 3 and 4 6 Remove in sequence item numbers 18 16 2 and 3 7 Remove Center Mast 8 Remove keeper wire and old Elevat...

Page 13: ...s kinked worn or frayed replace cable Inspect mast sections for damage Replace damaged mast section If none of these solutions seem to fix the problem Call distributor s Customer Service Department TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Roust A Bout not holding the load Winch Brakes need adjusting See below Brake pads are worn Replace Brake pads Ratchet Dog or Brake Ratchet are worn Replace the Ra...

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