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Rev 11.3/1-17 

MRTALPR4-DC: #35057 

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

 

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................ 3

 

WARNINGS ..................................................................................................................... 4

 

OPERATING FEATURES ................................................................................................... 5

 

ASSEMBLY ....................................................................................................................... 7

 

T

S

ET UP THE 

L

IFTER

 ................................................................................................................ 7

 

T

I

NSTALL

/R

EMOVE 

T-A

RM 

A

SSEMBLIES

 ..................................................................................... 8

 

To Connect/Disconnect Vacuum Hoses .......................................................................................................... 9

 

INTENDED USE ............................................................................................................. 10

 

L

OAD 

C

HARACTERISTICS

 ........................................................................................................... 10

 

O

PERATING 

E

NVIRONMENT

 ....................................................................................................... 11

 

D

ISPOSAL OF THE 

L

IFTER

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T

YPICAL 

A

PPLICATIONS

 ............................................................................................................ 12

 

OPERATION .................................................................................................................. 12

 

B

EFORE 

U

SING THE 

L

IFTER

 ........................................................................................................ 13

 

Taking Safety Precautions .......................................................................................................................... 13

 

Performing Inspections and Tests ............................................................................................................... 13

 

Preparing to Use the Optional Remote Control System ................................................................................. 14

 

T

A

DJUST THE 

P

AD 

F

RAME

 ....................................................................................................... 15

 

T

A

PPLY THE 

P

ADS TO A 

L

OAD

 .................................................................................................. 16

 

Powering up the Lifter ................................................................................................................................ 16

 

Positioning the Lifter on the Load ............................................................................................................... 16

 

Sealing the Pads against the Load ............................................................................................................... 17

 

Reading the Vacuum Gauges ...................................................................................................................... 17

 

Vacuum Level on Optimal Surfaces ............................................................................................................. 17

 

Vacuum Level on Other Surfaces ................................................................................................................ 17

 

T

L

IFT AND 

M

OVE THE 

L

OAD

 .................................................................................................... 19

 

Positioning the Lift Bar ............................................................................................................................... 19

 

Interpreting the Warning Buzzer and Lights ................................................................................................. 19

 

Monitoring Vacuum Indicators .................................................................................................................... 19

 

Monitoring the Low Vacuum Warning Buzzer ............................................................................................... 20

 

Controlling the Lifter and Load .................................................................................................................... 20

 

In Case of Power Failure ............................................................................................................................ 20

 

T

R

OTATE THE 

L

OAD 

E

DGEWISE

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T

T

ILT THE 

L

OAD

 ................................................................................................................... 22

 

T

R

ELEASE THE 

P

ADS FROM THE 

L

OAD

 ....................................................................................... 22

 

A

FTER 

U

SING THE 

L

IFTER

 .......................................................................................................... 23

 

Storing the Lifter........................................................................................................................................ 23

 

MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................................. 24

 

I

NSPECTION 

S

CHEDULE

............................................................................................................. 24

 

Summary of Contents for MRTALPR4FS10TDC

Page 1: ...ord number here LOW PROFILE MANUAL ROTATOR TILTER 600 DC VOLTAGE WITH DUAL VACUUM SYSTEM PAD FRAME T ARM ASSEMBLIES AVAILABLE WITH REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE OPERATING THIS LIFTER DESIGNED FOR THE MATERIALS HANDLING PROFESSIONAL P O Box 368 908 West Main Laurel MT USA 59044 phone 800 548 7341 phone 406 628 8231 fax 406 628 8354 ...

Page 2: ...View Quick Start Guide ...

Page 3: ...em 14 TO ADJUST THE PAD FRAME 15 TO APPLY THE PADS TO A LOAD 16 Powering up the Lifter 16 Positioning the Lifter on the Load 16 Sealing the Pads against the Load 17 Reading the Vacuum Gauges 17 Vacuum Level on Optimal Surfaces 17 Vacuum Level on Other Surfaces 17 TO LIFT AND MOVE THE LOAD 19 Positioning the Lift Bar 19 Interpreting the Warning Buzzer and Lights 19 Monitoring Vacuum Indicators 19 M...

Page 4: ... MAINTENANCE 28 Friction Coefficient 28 Inspection 29 Cleaning 29 VACUUM TEST 30 REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM TEST 30 TO REPLACE SEALING RING IN VPFS10T VACUUM PAD 31 AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE 32 Filter Function and Conditions Requiring Service 32 Filter Service Procedures 32 VACUUM PUMP MAINTENANCE DYNAFLO DV1034204 33 Replacing a Diaphragm 33 Replacing a Gasket Flap Valves 33 Replacing a Head Assembly 33 ...

Page 5: ...ee Spec Sheet 8 11 See separate instructions about these and other options Operating Elevation Maximum 6000 ft 1828 m Operating Temperatures 32 to 104 F 0 to 40 C Service Life This lifter is designed to have a service life of at least 20 000 lifting cycles when used and maintained as intended Vacuum pads filter elements and other wear out items are excluded see MAINTENANCE and REPLACEMENT PARTS LI...

Page 6: ...ctly on the load prior to lifting see OPERATION TO APPLY THE PADS TO A LOAD Never lift a load when any vacuum indicator shows inadequate vacuum Never touch the vacuum release controls during a lift This may result in loss of vacuum and release of the load Never allow people to ride on the lifter or the load being lifted Never lift a load higher than necessary or leave suspended loads unattended Ne...

Page 7: ...RAME T ARM ASSEMBLY 23 RED STROBE LIGHT 3 RADIO TRANSMITTER optional 13 CONTROL HANDLE 24 VACUUM GAUGES 4 CONTROL HANDLE 14 RADIO RECEIVER optional 25 LOW VACUUM WARNING BUZZER 5 ROTATION RELEASE LEVER 15 POWER SWITCH 26 VACUUM RESERVE TANK 6 PAD FRAME 16 RELEASE BUTTON 27 BATTERY CHARGER 7 AMBER STROBE LIGHT optional 17 APPLY BUTTON 28 Cover for AIR FILTERS 8 QUICK CONNECTOR 18 ENABLE BUTTON and ...

Page 8: ...Rev 11 3 1 17 6 MRTALPR4 DC 35057 1 2 5 4 3 1 EMERGENCY TRANSMITTER DISCONNECT 2 TRANSMISSION INDICATOR LIGHT 3 RELEASE BUTTON 4 TRANSMITTER POWER ENABLE BUTTON 5 APPLY BUTTON OPTIONAL RADIO TRANSMITTER ...

Page 9: ... spool position Then reinstall the retaining bolt and all associated hardware Tighten both bolts securely 4 Suspend the lifter from a crane as follows Select hoisting equipment crane and hoist when applicable rated to carry the maximum load weight plus the lifter weight see SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Load Capacity and Lifter Weight Note Any application of the lifter must conform to all statutory or re...

Page 10: ...pin from the extension arm of one pad frame T arm assembly 2 Insert the end of the extension arm as far as possible into its socket on the lifter s main pad frame as shown in the preceding illustration so that the holes align for the cotterless hitch pin Note Be sure to install each extension arm in the correct socket see illustration in order for the red strobe light to be visible 3 Secure the ex...

Page 11: ...elease ring on the female end until the connector separates WARNING Make sure vacuum hoses are coiled or routed to avoid damage during rotation or tilt Make sure all vacuum hoses are secure and routed to avoid being punctured pinched kinked entangled abraded or otherwise damaged while the lifter is in operation Note Whenever a vacuum hose is disconnected from the vacuum system the corresponding va...

Page 12: ...h of the load are determined by the Pad Spread see SPECIFICATIONS the maximum length and width are determined by the allowable overhang or the amount of load material that can extend sideways beyond the vacuum pads without breaking or otherwise being damaged The allowable overhang depends on the kind of load material being lifted the thickness of the material and the angle at which it is handled i...

Page 13: ...PECIFICATIONS The lifter s work environment must be free of metal particles or any other contaminates that could damage lifter components through airborne contact or any other means of transmission in the environment If such contaminates cause a vacuum pump failure they could result in a load release and possible injury to the operator or others nearby WARNING Environmental contaminates could resu...

Page 14: ...1 17 12 MRTALPR4 DC 35057 TYPICAL APPLICATIONS Though the lifter is designed with the flexibility to be used in many different ways these illustrations represent some typical applications On Center Above Center ...

Page 15: ...ery energy before using lifter See MAINTENANCE BATTERY TEST Perform all inspections and tests required by the INSPECTION and TESTING SCHEDULES see MAINTENANCE In addition if the lifter has been in storage always conduct a VACUUM TEST before placing it in service see MAINTENANCE WARNING Make sure alarm is clearly audible over ambient noise at operator position The volume of the alarm may be adjuste...

Page 16: ...ation see MAINTENANCE REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM TEST When lifting a load from a remote location the operator must monitor the lifter at all times to make sure that it is functioning as intended 7 In addition the operator must exercise special care to ensure that the load is landed and supported correctly before releasing the load see TO RELEASE THE PADS FROM THE LOAD to follow The radio transmitter is...

Page 17: ... kinked cut or abraded and that it will not interfere with lifter operations 5 Repeat steps 1 4 to position other pad mounts as needed Always position pads so as to create a symmetrical arrangement of the pad frame and make sure that all vacuum lines are functioning correctly Note Depending on the position of pad mounts the pad frame may extend beyond the edges of smaller loads When moving such lo...

Page 18: ... THE LOAD to follow and it may also damage the lifter 10 To lift loads in the upright orientation see INTENDED USE TYPICAL APPLICATIONS center the pad frame from left to right on the load and determine which will be the top edge of the load while lifting Then position the vacuum pads near that edge hereafter above center This position will maximize stability while lifting the load If the lifter is...

Page 19: ...m gauges which indicate the current vacuum level in each circuit of the lifter s vacuum system The green range indicates vacuum levels sufficient for lifting the maximum load weight whereas the red range indicates vacuum levels that are not sufficient for lifting the maximum load weight Both gauge needles should show a sudden surge in vacuum as the vacuum pads seal against the load If it takes mor...

Page 20: ...power switch in the off position 4 Raise the load a minimal distance to assure that it is supported by the lifter 5 Monitor both vacuum gauges while the load is suspended for 5 minutes The lifter must maintain a minimum vacuum level of 10 Hg 34 kPa during this time If not the load does not possess the characteristics required for using this lifter 12 12 Certain load materials are too rough or poro...

Page 21: ...ut the entire lift WARNING Vacuum indicators must be visible to operator throughout entire lift If the vacuum system experiences leakage while the lifter is attached to the load the vacuum pump turns on and off automatically as required to maintain sufficient vacuum for lifting the maximum load weight Under normal conditions such intermittent cycling of the pump is no cause for alarm However if va...

Page 22: ...the section TO APPLY THE PADS TO A LOAD Vacuum Level on Other Surfaces to determine whether the lifter can be used to lift the load If the vacuum loss is due to any other cause perform inspection and maintenance as needed to identify and correct any deficiency before resuming normal operation of the lifter Controlling the Lifter and Load When vacuum indicators show that the lifter is ready use the...

Page 23: ...oned correctly on lifter see TO APPLY unbalanced loads may rotate unexpectedly when latch is disengaged Remember that the load is longer in its diagonal dimensions than in its side dimensions Make sure there is sufficient clearance for the load to rotate without contacting the operator or any nearby objects Maintain a firm grip on the control handle located on pad frame to keep the load under cont...

Page 24: ...ease the control handles as the load approaches the flat position If so keep the load under control using hand cups or other appropriate means Note The pad frame automatically latches in place when it returns to the vertical position TO RELEASE THE PADS FROM THE LOAD WARNING Load must be fully supported before releasing vacuum pads The lifter is designed to prevent an accidental load release which...

Page 25: ...ads To remove the lifter from the hoisting equipment place stable supports under the pad frame Use the hoisting equipment to gently lower the lifter until the supports are holding its entire weight and the vacuum pads are not contacting anything Make sure the lifter is stable then detach the hoisting equipment hook from the lift spool If the lifter is transported to another location use the origin...

Page 26: ...hours use or whenever lifter is out of service for 1 month or more Examine the lifter s structure for visual damage Examine the vacuum system including vacuum pads fittings and hoses for visual damage Examine the air filters for conditions requiring service see AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE to follow Perform the VACUUM TEST to follow Check for unusual vibrations or noises while operating the lifter If th...

Page 27: ...FICATIONS using an actual load or an equivalent simulation 13 Employ the following method to test with an actual load 1 Place a test load with appropriate LOAD CHARACTERISTICS see INTENDED USE on a stable support Make sure the load is oriented in the upright position 14 2 Apply the vacuum pads to the load as previously directed 3 After the vacuum pump stops running place the lifter s power switch ...

Page 28: ...t is when only red lights are illuminated regardless of the estimated energy requirement WARNING Never use lifter if battery energy is lower than 50 of capacity While the lifter s power switch is in the on position the battery gauge automatically monitors battery energy provided that the lifter is not in stand by mode However the battery gauge shuts off temporarily while the vacuum pump is running...

Page 29: ... fully charged the charger switches to a maintenance mode and charging level light 4 green turns on When you perform a BATTERY TEST the blue light on the battery gauge also turns on to indicate that the battery is fully charged Be sure to unplug the charger and check the battery energy again before operating the lifter see BATTERY TEST preceding When the lifter and its charger are used as directed...

Page 30: ...n appropriate AC power source and allow a few moments for the battery gauge to show an accurate energy reading If the charger is functioning correctly the energy reading should be higher when the charger is plugged in VACUUM PAD MAINTENANCE Friction Coefficient The friction coefficient represents the lifter s ability to resist load slippage when the load is oriented in any position except horizont...

Page 31: ...line and diesel fuel or any harsh chemicals for cleaning Do not use unauthorized rubber cleaners or conditioners such as those intended for cleaning tires or vinyl surfaces because those products can leave a hazardous film on vacuum pads which significantly reduces their lifting capacity see Friction Coefficient preceding The use of any unauthorized cleaning agent is prohibited because it could da...

Page 32: ...er in relation to the lifter to ensure that transmissions are effective in a variety of circumstances This may require assistance from someone near the lifter to verify that functions are being performed as intended If the Remote Control System does not function correctly review the following potential causes of malfunction and correct them as directed The battery for the radio transmitter may be ...

Page 33: ...acing the inside edge of the ring insert against the inside edge of the mounting groove Then push gently and firmly on the outside edge of the ring insert until it seats completely into the mounting groove A pad ring installation tool is available to facilitate this process see REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST Work your way around the entire ring insert repeating this process until the entire ring is seated...

Page 34: ...movable end 2 counter clockwise approximately 45 until it stops moving 2 Pull the end outward from the case and remove the filter element 3 Use an air hose or other suitable means to remove any liquid or other contaminants found inside the case Also make sure the seal 4 is not damaged 3 Determine whether the filter element needs to be replaced see Conditions Requiring Service above 4 Depending on ...

Page 35: ...ginal position 4 Reverse the steps above for reassembly as shown in the illustration Replacing a Gasket Flap Valves 1 Remove the four head screws 1 and lock washers 2 and remove the head assembly 3 7 2 Invert the head and remove the two valve plate screws 7 Remove the valve plate 6 to access the gasket flap valves 3 Replace the gasket flap valves 5 and reverse the steps above for reassembly as sho...

Page 36: ...te that a different menu may appear if the button is released too soon 25 Use the arrow keys to access the unlocked mode UnL and press the SET button again 2 Press and release the SET button to access the different settings n_1 n_2 n_3 n_4 Use the arrow keys to adjust each setting and then press the SET button to continue to the next setting The following values should appear on the digital displa...

Page 37: ...ng n_4 turns on the low vacuum warning buzzer light and or strobe light and turns off the vacuum lift light This signals a loss of adequate vacuum to the lifter operator Note Setting n_4 corresponds with the minimum vacuum level for lifting loads This setting must not be lowered without first consulting Wood s Powr Grip because it may reduce the maximum lifting capacity 3 Each vacuum switch must b...

Page 38: ...7 Amp 240 V AC Australian Type 1 64712AM Battery Charger 7 Amp 100 120 V AC 1 64711AM Battery Charger 7 Amp 240 V AC 1 64682 Battery 1 5 V DC AA Alkaline for optional radio transmitter 4 64665 Battery 12 V DC 18 Amp Hours 1 64590 Battery Gauge 1 64460 Circuit Breaker 15 A 1 64453CT Circuit Board Populated 1 64272 Strobe Light 12 V DC Amber optional 1 64273 Strobe Light 12 V DC Red 1 64238AA Vacuum...

Page 39: ...0AM Pad Fitting Push In Swivel Elbow 1 4 Male NPT to 3 8 OD Hose Size for VPFS625 pads 4 13530 Cotterless Hitch Pin 1 2 x 3 1 2 13 mm x 89 mm 6 11726AM Clamp Collar 2 157 18 Thread 1 Piece 1 10906PM Shoulder Bolt Socket Head 3 8 x 1 x 5 16 18 Thread for mounting VPFS625 pads 16 10900 Shoulder Bolt Socket Head 5 16 x 1 2 x 1 4 20 Thread for mounting VPFS10T pads 24 SERVICE ONLY WITH IDENTICAL REPLA...

Page 40: ...g use Repairs are required due to abnormal wear and tear The product has been damaged misused or neglected If a problem is not covered under warranty Powr Grip will notify the customer of costs prior to repair If the customer agrees to pay all repair costs and to receive the repaired product on a C O D basis Powr Grip then will proceed with repairs Wood s Powr Grip Co Inc 908 West Main St P O Box ...

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