Translated user manual
EasyKit
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7.4 Efficient use of the pipe rail wagon and the batteries
The following recommendations are aimed at facilitating the efficient use of the pipe rail
wagon and to improve the life-cycle of the batteries.
Basic principles:
The battery goes flat sooner when running at higher speeds.
High levels of starting and stopping also increase electrical energy consumption.
Through using the pipe rail wagon, the remaining capacity and battery voltage
gradually reduce, while simultaneously the current consumption increases. This results
in increasing heat generation at the motor and speed regulator as the batteries
gradually loose their charge.
Rolls of string and rusty chains (poor maintenance) result in higher energy
consumption. (for instructions, see website:
http://www.bergproduct.com/nl/bsa/bsa-
film)
Allowing batteries to go completely flat also reduces the life-span.
Charging when required and good maintenance help to increase the life-cycle of the
batteries.
Charging when required also lowers the generation of heat in the motor and speed
regulator, as well as the battery charger.
Efficient usage:
Endeavour to set the level of speed as closely as possible to the work tempo
(potentiometer).
If the speed is set optimally, fewer stops and starts are required which has a very
positive effect on the wear of the pipe rail wagon.
By following the above recommendations, the productivity of the workers will increase.
Regardless of the level of usage, charge the batteries at least once weekly using a
suitable charger! This will ensure that the batteries are not totally flat when you
recharge them!
7.5 Moving the EasyKit on the main path
When moving the
EasyKit
you should always walk alongside. Thanks to the swivelling
wheels on the
EasyKit
, the drive rollers enter the main path free of soil. Therefore the
EasyKit
is easy to turn around and move sideways.
7.6 Using the emergency stop
The
EasyKit
is fitted with an emergency stop. The
EasyKit
can immediately be brought to a
standstill by applying the emergency stop button. The emergency stop is easily recognised
thanks to its red colour on a yellow background. The
EasyKit
stops immediately when the
emergency stop button is pressed.
The switch remains blocked mechanically, and the machine cannot be restarted. Help can
therefore be provided immediately in the event of an accident.
The emergency stop can also be used immediately when a dangerous situation arises -
when the operation goes wrong, for example.
Once the danger has passed, the emergency stop button can be unblocked (see chapter 7.7
Restarting after the emergency stop was applied).