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Before each use:

 

1.  Inspect the cable for kinks and frays.  If kinked or more 

than 3 wire strands are broken (small wires) do not use 
the lift until the cable has been replaced. 

2.  Make certain winch operates freely and cable is not      

tangled on the winch drum. 

3.  Inspect masts, legs, and base for bends. 

4.  Make sure caster wheels move freely. 

Recommended Inspection Every 6 Months: 

1.  Inspect cable for frays and kinks (see point 1 above) 

2.  Make certain winch works freely and that there are no 

loose or damaged parts. 

Winch Maintenance: 

1.  Refer to the winch assembly drawings in this Operators 

Manual. 

2.  Be sure that both winch covers are on the winch. 

3.  Check ratchet dog and brake ratchet for wear.  If any wear 

is visible, replace the part.   

4.  Inspect gear teeth for wear.  If there is no sign of visible 

wear, brush teeth with 50-wt. Motor oil. 

5.  For proper brake adjustment see “Troubleshooting”      

section on page 12. 

Replacing the Cables: 

A.  Load Lifting Line

 

1. Lay 

Roust-

A-Bout  
across   
supports 
with the 
winch     
facing up. 

2. Remove 

both gear 
covers. 

3. Disengage 

load 

ratchet dog and  pull 
wire rope off of large drum. 

4.  Loosen set screw on drum and 

pull wire rope out of keeper. 

5.  Pull Load Line out through front of Tee head. 

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 Elevating Line.  
Note direction of reeve. 

9.  Reverse steps 1 thru 8 to install new line. 

C.  Equalizing Line

 

1.  Remove in sequence item  numbers 10, 3, 2 and 4. 

2.  Remove in        

sequence item  
numbers 8, 9, 5, 6 
and 7. 

3. Remove 

Top 

Mast. 

4. Remove 

keeper 

wire 

and old Equalizing 
Line.  Note direction 
of reeve. 

5.  Reverse steps 1 

thru 8 to install new 
line. 

General Maintenance: 

1.  Check both winch handles for wear or bends. 

2.  Examine all bolts and nuts to be sure they are tight. 

3.  Legs, braces and base should be dent free and damage 

free. 

4.  Check pulley housings for damage (indentations) which 

can restrict the rotation of the pulleys. 

5.  Make sure all lines are seated in all pulleys and that         

pulleys rotate without obstruction. 

6.    Check all rollers for free rotation. 

7.  Raise mast sections to inspect for free, smooth sliding  

action.  Make sure wire slide ways are free of dust and 
oxidation and spray a light coat of silicone lubrication in 
slide ways. 

8.  Make sure caster wheels rotate freely and are                

undamaged. 

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 

Содержание Roust-a-Bout R Series

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Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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 ...

Страница 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...

Страница 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 ...

Страница 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...

Страница 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 ...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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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