BRIDGE DECK FINISHER SET-UP GUIDE - 069596
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BDF Assembly & Set-up
Your BDF assembly process can be performed by a 2-3
person crew with the help of an Allen Field Technician.
Typically: one operator and two ground people. A crane or
capable lifting device will be required, along with an impact
tool, crescent wrenches, socket set and various hand tools
for the nuts & bolts assembly. Depending on the complexity
of the project, this can/may take 1-3 days.
INSERT ASSEMBLY
• A level working area is required and necessary for
the proper assembly of your BDF in a safe working
environment.
• Know where your crown is located and what insert
sizes will be needed for the proper assembly.
• It may be required to assemble additional inserts
separately.
• Always move the carriage to the power unit side
when adding additional inserts.
• To reduce machine frame stress, when extending
to lengths greater than 55’-60’, install the smaller
size inserts (3’, 4’ 5’ 6’ 7’, 8’ 9’ etc…) on the two
end sections of the machine.
• Loosen the chain tightener to disconnect the
carriage travel chain and also remove the chain
master link, then pull the chain over the top of
the idler sprocket, roll up the chain to keep from
tangling and place it near the paving carriage.
• Roll up the hydraulic hoses that stretch across the
top of the machine for the travel bogies & power
legs on the idler end of the machine and place near
the power unit end
• Additional frame inserts are added to the machine
after splitting the machine at the hinge point of the
power unit section.
• The power unit end needs to be supported at the
hinge point some type of support which could be
constructed with scaffolding, barrels, I-beams etc.
• PLEASE MAKE SURE the power unit end is
secure and stable and the support is strong
enough!
• Attached lifting straps to the idler end of the
machine and remove the crown bolts at the top of
the truss frame and the hinge pins on the bottom
of the truss frame and can be placed out of the
way for additional assembly.
• Add the required insert sections for proper length
& deck layout on the power unit insert and connect
the idler end section of the machine.
• Lubricate the crown bolt when attaching the
inserts together.
CAUTION - Prior to removing the paving carriage chain
PLEASE secure the carriage by attaching vise grips on
each side of the carriage rail rollers. This will prevent
the carriage from moving when the chain is removed
when adding additional inserts.
TYPICAL BRACING
TYPICAL BRACING
TYPICAL BRACING
