Bascule Bridge - Double Leaf Manual
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1. Model Plat Face to Load Axle Act Plat Plat Speed Hinge Total Ship Width Face of Cap Load Length Depth sec Rams Channel Reaction Wt feet Cutouts Ibs Cap in Length In KIPS inches Ibs BB 1 10 000 8 000 8 1 4 60 1 Pu 19 4100 BB 2 9 16 45 000 12000 1 197 814 60 14 215028 20 4500 3 20 000 16 000 10 5 16 90 2 23 5200 4 30 000 24 000 10 6 90 2 24 5500 5 17 10 000 8 000 16710 8 1 4 60 1 21 4300 6 15 000 12 000 8 1 4 60 1 22 4700 7 20 000 16 000 10 5 16 90 2 25 5500 BB 8 30 000 24 000 10 5 16 26 5800 BB 9 10 000 8 000 NDA 8 1 4 23 4800 BB 10 18 15 000 12 000 M do 8 1 4 24 5100 BB 11 20 000 16 000 10 5 16 27 5800 BB 12 30 000 24 000 10 5 16 28 6100 BB 13 10 000 8 000 iad qus 8 1 4 25 5000 BB 14 19 15000 12000 18104 814 26 5300 BB 15 20 000 16 000 10 5 16 29 6000 BB 16 30 000 24 000 10 5 16 30 6400 BB 17 10 000 8 000 Ca 8 1 4 27 5200 BB 18 E 15 000 12 000 195405 8 1 4 28 5500 BB 19 20 000 16 000 10 5 16 31 6200 BB 20 30 000 24 000 10 5 16 32 6700 BB 21 10 000 8 000 VAT YS 8 1 4 Paus 24 5400 BB22 168 5000 12000 1 1 814 pP 25 5800 BB 23 20 000 16 000 10 5 16 28 6500 BB 24 30 000 24 000 10 5 16 31 7100 BB 25 10 000 8 000 8 1 4 26 5700 BB 26 10 15 000 12 000 19 10 38 8 1 4 27 6100 27 20 000 16 000 10 5 16 30 6800 BB 28 30 000 24 000 10 5 16 33 7402. vlad 885 240 6060 MAIA 390148 a1nosva 411 319NIS 1 01 0 2 1 8 TOYLNOO 304 1 SLINGNOO Ws gt TIVLSNI LNOLND AHL NO 2396019 YANN GALNNOW LINN H3MOd 403 D LINN H3MOd G3LNNON SMT JONVYVITO gt c JE i 1 4 14 I a ALTE ar iq 31 LNOLNO 1 NO LINN H3MOd m T 40 NOILYTIYLSNI TIM 7 a ong 22 a SINVH 40 DNIOVdS AYVYANVLS 110109 NO m 5 2 NAHM LNINSOVTd 1 BEA 2 zoom 9 LINN 1 19 13315 OF 5 m QIMS NON 2 Am 2 6 AR BA m V R 101 L gt m E SEMNO 133HM 9 22 m 3ov4dxooaolaov4dMoOQ da 2 ONILAIT LNOLNO OL LINN H3MOd 310 38 5 WOYH SONILLIA 8 3dld 08 HOS 2 1 1 D TVOIdAL iL HOLOVHLNOO S3 97 SO31AL34VS 1 OL LINN H3MOd ILONIH MHL 6 SONILLIS 9 3dld MOv18 08 HOS 8 2 TOHLNOO 1 9 SANIT IHL TIVLSNI ATALOWSY GILNNON LINN H3MOd LINN 43MOd ILONIY 117130 885 17 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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4. NT NJN 5 T uc T i Z LL 28 S E LIFT DRAWING TITLE UTES REFERENCE DWG Figure 22 Pushbutton Assembly 39 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST POWER UNIT PARTS LIST QTY Vertical Description Part No 1 Motor 5 HP 208 230 460 Volt 3 PH straight shaft 30600449 1 Motor Coupling Lovejoy L 095 1 1 8 bore 20000154 1 Pump Coupling Lovejoy L 095 7 16 bore 20000030 1 Coupling Rubber Spider 20000162 1 Pump straight shaft 40300162 2 7 Dyna Seal Washer for Deltatrol 45901014 1 Sump Strainer 47700075 1 Deltatrol Kit 41050880 1 Down Solenoid 24 VAC 32701380 Down Solenoid 115 VAC 32701370 1 Filler Breather Cap Assembly 47700208 40 DANGER To avoid personal injury NEVER go under the bridge or perform any maintenance until the load is removed and the bridge is securely blocked See Blocking Instructions section PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SOLUTION Bridge does not raise motor voltage wiring may be incorrect The hydraulic line or hose may be leaking e Oil in the reservoir may be low Add oil as necessary See the Routine Maintenance section e The load may exceed the bridge rating See the Specifications section e The suction screen may be clogged Remove and clean the screen
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7. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 15 16 17 18 19 Clean N CAUTION Never unbolt the clevises or try to change the shims when the bridge is not resting solidly in its fully lowered position Check the fluid level in the reservoir and replenish if necessary See the fluid specifications in the Maintenance Section of this manual Cycle the bridge to set the limit switch tripping locations NOTE Initial limit switch settings should prevent over travel of the safety legs and bridge or damage may occur To remove air from the cylinders raise the bridge and manually lower it 10 15 times by using the Manual Lowering Valve Hold the valve open 30 to 40 seconds after the cylinders are in the fully collapsed position the bridge weight should be resting on the bottomed out cylinders Locate the bridge position limit switch and adjust it so that when it strikes and trips against the lifting cylinder the safety legs just clear the top of the pit curb angles Adjust the safety leg retract limit switches to trip when the safety legs are fully retracted Adjust the safety leg extend limit switches to trip when the safety legs are fully retracted Up Clean up any spilled oil and debris from the area A clean installation makes a good impression and creates a much safer environment Touch up paint is available by request from Autoquip for repair of damaged paint surfaces 16 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
8. Drain and replace the oil e The suction line may be leaking air due to a loose fitting Tighten as needed The breather holes in the reservoir fill plug may be clogged Remove and clean e The Down valve may be energized by faulty wiring or stuck open Remove the solenoid and check e The power unit pump may be defective e The structural members of the bridge may be in a bind e The manual lowering device may be engaged Bridge seems bouncy during e There may be air in the hydraulic system operation Bleed the air from the cylinder e Oil in the reservoir may be low Add oil as necessary See the Routine Maintenance section The power unit suction strainer may be clogged The power unit suction line may be leaking 41 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SOLUTION Bridge will not lower The down solenoid may be malfunctioning The structural members may be in a bind The tubing or hose is obstructed or broken Check for obstruction in the line The return filter may be clogged The velocity fuse may be locked Do not attempt to remove the velocity fuse The following steps should be followed 1 Inspect all fittings hoses and other hydraulic components for leads or damage 2 f no leak or damage is noticed attempt to pressurize the lifting cylinder by depressing the UP button on the controller for a few seconds Immediately up releasing the UP button depress the DOW
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11. CHANNEL BY INSTALLER 10 20 08 CHANNEL W 5 REINFORCING BARS NO SUBSTITUTION BY AUTOQUIP INSTALLATION BY PIT CONTRACTOR Figure 14 Cylinder Base Clevis Detail 21 1 4 LINES FOR SAFETY LEGS AUTOQUIP SUPPLIES 2 1 4 HYDRAULIC WIRE BRAID HOSES INSTALLER TO CONNECT amp DRESS HOSES TOWARDS CENTERLINE OF BRIDGE WEATHERPROOF JCT BOX FOR POWER amp 29 1 4 CONTROL WIRING BY INSTALLER 1 7 REMOVABLE WEATHERPROOF 24 CUTOUT 1 2 LINE FOR LIFTING FACE OF DOCK CYLINDERS JUNCTION MOUNT RESERVOIR BOX 33 8 FROM CENTERLINE OF OUTSIDE RAM RESERVOIR BOLTS FOR REMOVABLE COVER 1 WEATHERPROOF NEMA 4 RESERVOIR 1 4 PRESSURE LINES JCT BOX WITH LABELED DRAIN PLUG FOR SAFETY LEGS LEADS INSTALLER TO CONNECTING HOSES RUN FLEXIBLE LINE FROM BY AUTOQUPP POWER AND CONTROL 2 WIRING 1 2 N P T TEE FOR 2 LIFTING RAMS FUNRISHD BY AUTOQUIP CONNECTING HOSES BY AUTOQUIP Figure 15 Hydraulic Connection Detail Pit Mounted Power Unit 22 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS BRIDGE IN RAISED POSITION RECESSES COMPLETLY INTO 24 CUTBACK TYP EACH BRIDGE PIT MOUNTED POWER UNIT 2 3 4 CONDUITS 1 FOR POWER AND 1 FOR CONTROL TYPICAL BOTH ENDS REMOTE POWER UNIT 2 3 8 SCH 80 BLACK PIPES AND FITTINGS TO SAFETY LOG CYLINDERS TYPICAL BOTH ENDS 1 1 2 SCH 80 BLACK
12. PIPE AND FITTINGS TO CYLINDERS 5 T 3 4 CLEARANCE 35 1 2 i 16 MIN 15 1 4 24 MIN TI CUTOUT 7 46 REINFORCING BARS AS 1 2 HYDRAULIC WIRE BRAID HOSE FROM REQD TO BE FURNISHED AND RAMS TO OIL LINE FURNISHED BY INSTALLED BY PIT CONTRACTOR AUTOQUIP CONNECTED BY INSTALLER Figure 16 Hydraulic Connection Detail Remote Power Unit 23 1 23 03 BASCULE BRIDGE AND SAFETY LEG OPERATION 5 us UP PRESSING THE UP BUTTON WILL CAUSE THE PUMP MOTOR TO START AND THE BRIDGE TO RAISE AS THE BRIDGE APPROACHES VERTICAL AND THE SAFETY LEGS CLEAR THE CURB ANGLE THE SAFETY LEGS WILL BE POWERED OUT WHEN THE SAFETY LEGS ARE FULLY EXTENDED THE POWER UNIT IS AUTOMATICALLY SHUT OFF THE UP PUISHBUTTON CAN BE RELEASED AT THIS TIME 82601500 1 DOWN PRESSING THE DOWN PUSHBUTTON WHEN THE BRIDGE IS UP WILL CAUSE THE PUMP MOTOR TO START MOMENTARILY THE BRIDGE WILL RAISE SLIGHTLY AND THE SAFETY LEGS WILL BE POWERED IN THE PUMP MOTOR THEN STOPS AND THE BRIDGE WILL LOWER WHEN THE BRIDGE IS FULLY LOWERED RELEASE THE DOWN PUSHBUTTON 10F2 THE PUSHBUTTONS ARE CONSTANT PRESSURE DEAD MAN TYPE RELEASING A PUSHBUTTON AT ANY TIME DURING BRIDGE OPERATION WILL STOP THE BRIDGE AT THAT POINT BASCULE BRIDGE SAFETY LEG DETAIL 1 ADDED SECOND PAGE REV DESCRIPTION 6 10 02 017 WA NOTES THE SAFETY LEGS ARE SAFETY DEVICE
13. 0 BB 29 18 10 000 8 000 17 40 8 1 4 28 6000 BB 30 15 000 12 000 8 1 4 29 6400 BB 31 20 000 16 000 10 5 16 32 7200 BB 32 30 000 24 000 10 5 16 35 7800 BB 33 10 000 8 000 8 1 4 32 6400 34 19 45 000 12 000 5595 3 34 6900 BB 35 20 000 16 000 10 5 16 38 7700 BB 36 30 000 24 000 10 5 16 41 8300 BB 37 10 000 8 000 8 1 4 34 6700 BB 38 20 5 000 12 000 19 10 36 7200 39 20 000 16 000 10 5 16 40 8000 BB 40 30 000 24 000 10 5 16 43 8600 NOTES 1 Units with other specifications are available upon request 2 Single leaf bascule bridges up to 30 long with capacities to 100 000 are available 3 For the double leaf bridge use two single leaf bridges 4 Double leaf bascule bridges have two power units two automatic safety latches and two sets of controls Each leaf operates independently 5 Shipping weight of double leaf bascule bridges is determined by doubling the weight of single leaf bridge and adding approximately 500 Ibs for folding support legs 12 BLOCKING INSTRUCTIONS 71 DANGER NEVER go under the bridge or perform maintenance until the load is removed and the bridge is securely blocked 1 Lower the empty bridge platform into the horizontal position 2 Place temporary supports under all corners of the bridge frame 3 Drive shims and or blocks between the bridge frame and the supports to relieve pressure from the lifting cylinders
14. 19 Using face spanner wrench turn the bearing assembly clockwise until the tip of the retainer appears in the slot in the outer surface of the cylinder tube Insert small blade screwdriver under the tip of the retainer and turn the bearing assembly counter clockwise until the retainer is free of the slot NOTE The wire retainer may be a cutting or puncturing hazard Pull the rod out of the tube slowly to remove the rod and bearing assembly NOTE Use caution to prevent surface damage to the rod This could result in seal failure and or leakage Inspect the bore of the tube Hone if necessary to remove any surface imperfections in the bore Flush thoroughly after honing to remove chips and grit Remove the piston lock nut and slide off the piston and bearing assembly Take care to protect the rod surface from damage Install new packing and seals on the piston rod and bearing assembly Inspect all grooves and seal surfaces for any imperfections and repair or replace as necessary Grease all seals and packing liberally and install the bearing assembly and the piston on the rod and torque the lock nut to 500 ft Ibs Install the rod into the tube using care not to damage any seals or packing Align the retainer hole in the bearing assembly groove with the slot in the tube Insert the retainer hook end in the hole slot and using a face spanner wrench turn the bearing assembly clockwise until the retainer is completely inserted in
15. 4 To remove temporary supports hydraulically raise the bridge to the vertical position 13 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS N DANGER NEVER go under the bridge until the load is removed and the bridge is securely blocked See Blocking Instructions section in this manual BRIDGE See Figures 9 through 13 1 Set the bridge in the correct horizontal position on horses temporary welded supports Line up accurately with the dock and hinge channel NOTE Hinge channel and clevis channel MUST be set plumb square and parallel by the pit contractor Tack weld the male hinge clevises securely in place Remove the hinge pins and raise or lower the bridge enough to expose the clevises for full welds Weld securely 5 16 inch fillets all around shim between the imbedded channel and the clevises if required Grease the hinge pins and reset the bridge on the hinges LIFTING CYLINDERS See Figure 14 4 Bolt the cylinder base clevis to the tapped clevis block using only two of the 72 thick shim plates between them Connect the cylinder to the bridge clevis and the base clevis Line up the clevises and rams accurately with the bottom clevis pin centerline exactly 15 out from the hinge channel face Weld the clevis blocks to the base channel 5 16 fillets all around POWER UNIT See Figures 15 and 16 6 T The power unit can be mounted in any area that is less than 12 feet above the bridge and less
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17. INSTALLATION OPERATION AND SERVIGE MANUAL BASCULE BRIDGE SINGLE LEAF amp DOUBLE LEAF P O Box 1058 e 1058 West Industrial Avenue e Guthrie OK 73044 1058 e 405 282 5200 e FAX 405 282 8105 e www autoquip com Item 8330BB Identification amp Inspection 3 Dangers Warnings and Cautions 4 Safety Features 7 Label Identification 8 Specifications 12 Blocking Instructions 13 Installation Instructions 14 Operating Instructions 26 Routine Maintenance 28 General Maintenance 30 Replacement Parts List 40 Troubleshooting Analysis 41 IMPORTANT Please read and understand this manual prior to installation or operation of this equipment Failure to do so could lead to property damage and or serious personal injury If questions arise call a local representative or Autoquip Corporation at 1 888 811 9876 or 405 282 5200 PLANNED MAINTENANCE PROGRAM A local Autoquip representative provides a Planned Maintenance Program PMP for this equipment using factory trained personnel Call a local representative or Autoquip Corporation at 1 888 811 9876 or 405 282 5200 for more information INSPECTION IDENTIFICATION When ordering parts or requesting information or service on this lift PLEASE REFER TO THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER This information is on a nameplate attached to the lift platform Replacement parts are available from a local Autoquip distributor INSPECTION Immediately upon receipt of the lift a visual inspection sho
18. N button the bridge starts to lower continue pressing the DOWN button until the bridge is in the fully lowered position 3 If the bridge does not lower after trying Step 2 wait approximately 10 15 minutes for the pressure in the hydraulic system to equalize Momentarily press the UP button then depress the DOWN button until the bridge is in the fully lowered position 4 Once the bridge is the fully lowered position bleed the air from the hydraulic system by depressing the DOWN button Hold the DOWN button for approximately 60 seconds This step may need to be repeated several times to fully remove the air in the system by raising the bridge to 5096 of its travel and then lowering it Should the above steps not correct the problem contact Autoquip to obtain instruction for further action 42 TROUBLESHOOTING ANALYSIS PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SOLUTION Bridge raises slowly The structural members of the bridge may be binding The tubing or hose is obstructed or broken Where pipe is used check for obstruction in the line The hydraulic line or hose may be leaking The oil viscosity is not suited for the environmental conditions Refer to Routine Maintenance section for oil recommendations Check the oil level in the reservoir The motor voltage wiring may be incorrect The suction screen may be clogged Remove and clean the screen Drain and replace the oil T
19. N WARNING NO RIDERS when the bridge is in motion AN CAUTION Become familiar with this manual before operating this equipment N CAUTION Use only approved oils See Oil Requirements in the Maintenance Section N CAUTION Precaution should be taken to prevent the introduction of contaminates such as dirt or other foreign material into the system through open fittings pipes or disassembled components Contamination will ruin the hydraulic system N CAUTION The bridge must be fully lowered before moving a load onto it Serious damage to the bridge and its components can result HYDRAULIC VELOCITY FUSES Each hydraulic cylinder has a hydraulic velocity fuse HVF installed in the cylinder port These HVFs are installed in the predetermined hydraulic oil flow velocity as the oil returns to the reservoir They do not affect incoming oil Should a catastrophic rupture or breach occur in the hydraulic system and oil flows through the breach that exceeds the HVF rating the HVF will trigger and lock up This lock up will occur with one to two inches of downward movement of the platform carriage NOTE Air in the system will also cause a lock up Air acts like a spring when compressed To remove air from the system see Air Bleeding Procedures in the General Maintenance section NOTE Small fitting leaks will trigger the HVFs In an air free system the breach must be large enough to cause an uncontrolled or destructive
20. NIM AL33VS 00510928 Figure 18 Bascule Bridge Safety Leg Detail Sheet 2 25 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Familiarize yourself with this operator s manual before operating the equipment The Bascule Bridge has maximum capacity rating See the Specifications section The safety relief valve should not be adjusted for any reason as it could cause the motor to prematurely burn out Applying loads exceeding the rated capacity of the bridge may result in permanent damage N CAUTION Do not continue to activate the UP button if the bridge is not raising or if it has reached the fully raised position To do so may result in permanent damage to the bridge UNITS WITH SAFETY LEG WINGS Up Pushbutton Pressing the UP pushbutton energizes the motor starter and energizes the safety legs retract solenoid B through the bridge position limit switch circuit The pump supplies power to lift the Bascule Bridge and the safety legs are powered to hold their fully retracted position as the bridge rises When the Bascule Bridge approaches the vertical position the safety legs will clear the curb angle on the 24 cutout the bridge position limit switch trips de energizing the safety legs retract solenoid B and energizing the safety legs extend solenoid A As the Bascule Bridge continues to rise the safety legs are powered out until they extend over the curb angle Whe
21. S WITH A TWO FOLD FUNCTION 1 IF THE BRIDGE IS LEFT UP OVER A LONG PERIOD OF TIME POSSIBLY OVER A WEEKEND A SLOW DOWNWARD DRIFT MAY OCCUR DUE TO NORMAL LEAKAGE TOLERANCES OF ANY VALVE THE SAFETY LEG WILL CONTACT THE CURB ANGLE STOP THE BRIDGE AND MAINTAIN IT S VERTICAL POSITION 2 IF THE BRIDGE WERE TO EXPERIENCE LOSS OF HYDRAULIC PRESSURE WHEN IN THE VERTICAL POSITION THE SAFETY LEGS WOULD SUPPORT THE BRIDGE AND MAINTAIN IT S VERTICAL POSITION THE BRIDGE MUST BE MOMENTARILY POWERED UP AND THE SAFETY LEGS POWERED INWARD BEFORE THE BRIDGE WILL LOWER THE BRIDGE MUST HAVE A PROPERLY FUNCTIONING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM SUPPLYING HYDRAULIC POWER FOR THE BRIDGE TO LOWER THE BRIDGE WOULD MAINTAIN ITS VERTICAL POSITION UNTIL REPAIRS ARE MADE INSTALLER TO CONNECT AND DRESS ALL HYDRAULIC HOSES SUCH THAT THEY WILL RAMAIN WITHIN THE 24 3 4 CUTOUT AREA Auto NOTE THE SAFETY LEGS DO NOT REST ON THE CURB ANGLE IN NORMAL BRIDGE OPERATION THEY PERFORM THEIR FUNCTION AS NOTED IN ITEMS 41 amp 2 ABOVE THE 1 CLEARANCE ALLOWS THE SAFETY LEGS CLEARANCE WHILE BEING POWERED OUT AND IN IF THE BRIDGE SHOULD DRIFT DOWNWARD AND THE SAFETY LEGS REST ON THE CURB ANGLE THE ENTIRE BRIDGE WILL STILL REMAIN WITHIN THE 24 CUTOUT MINIMUM AS STATED ON THE ELEVATION VIEW 8 3 5 9 E z I gu 2 a 85 35 5 Pee 5253 34 Eg 92202 5553 5208 gt 83202 58945 3 ET TET 82 caeco
22. S Y Figure 19 Hydraulic Cylinder 34 VELOCITY FUSE REPLACEMENT A DANGER Do not attempt to remove the velocity fuse until the bridge is securely supported with the blocking devices and all hydraulic pressure has been removed from the lifting cylinders and hydraulic hoses Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury or death Never attempt to take a velocity fuse apart and repair it These are precision devices that are factory assembled under exacting conditions Velocity fuses should always be replaced 1 The arrow on the exterior surface of the velocity fuse shows the direction of the restriction to the oil flow The arrow should always point away from the cylinder 2 Do not use Teflon tape on the threaded connections of a velocity fuse Tape fragments can cause malfunctioning of the fuse 3 Check all fitting connections for hydraulic leaks and tighten as necessary HOSE ORIENTATION To prevent damage to the cylinder hose s and possible failure of bridge it is necessary to establish a correct hose shape and pattern of movement as follows 1 Lower the bridge and block securely See Blocking Instructions 2 Install one end of the new hose to the cylinder elbow fitting 3 Raise the bridge carefully and check to see that the hose is free and clear of the cylinder and other structured members not twist the hose in the direction necessary to clear it of any obstruction and then l
23. es 30 100 Multiviscosity motor oil Indoor location consistent SAE 20W motor oil Temperatures 70 Outdoor location 10 100 SAE 5W30 Multiviscosity motor oil Cold storage warehouse 10 40 5W30 Multiviscosity motor oil Freezer 40 F to 0 F Consult Factory OIL CAPACITY Reservoir capacity for the steel tank is approximately 23 gallons The oil level in the reservoir should be 1 to 1 72 below the top of the reservoir with the bridge in the fully lowered position PIPE THREAD SEALANT Loctite PST 8567 pipe thread sealant or equivalent is recommended Do not use Teflon tape Tape fragments can cause malfunctioning of the hydraulic system 29 GENERAL MAINTENANCE 1 Change oil once year when it materially darkens or feels gritty Also check oil for the presence of water oil will turn milky in color NEVER TRY DISASSEMBLE OR REPAIR PUMP IN THE FIELD These pumps are high precision devices requiring extreme precision in fit up When one is damaged there is seldom anything that can be repaired in the field It is also more economical to replace a pump than to refit old parts with new parts N DANGER To avoid personal injury NEVER go under the bridge or perform any maintenance until the load is removed and the bridge is securely blocked See Blocking Instructions section 30 GENERAL MAINTENANCE POWER UNIT N DANGER HIGH VOLTAGE Disconnect and or lock out t
24. he electrical supply to the power unit prior to any maintenance being performed The power unit utilizes a heavy duty 5 HP 208 230 or 460 Volts 60 hertz 3 phase motor coupled to a high pressure positive displacement gear pump and Autoquip Corporation s patented Deltatrol valve assembly The following should be referenced in connecting the standard heavy duty motors to power sources Remember that heavy wire must be used all the way to the power source Power Unit 208 Volts 230 Volts 460 Volts Standard Three Phase 16 AMPS 15 2 AMPS 7 6 AMPS NOTE All amperage draws shown are full load amperages CYLINDER REMOVAL AND REPACKING see Figure 14 1 2 Lower the bridge and block securely See Blocking Instructions Loosen and remove the cylinder hose at the hose union in the tee connection between the cylinders Place the open end of the hose in a container to receive oil spillage Remove the pin retaining screw in the cylinder clevis or pin retaining rings and carefully tap out the clevis pin Remove the cylinder from the bridge Push the piston rod into the tube to eject as much oil as possible into a container Pull the rod out of the cylinder tube sufficiently to gain access to the face spanner wrench holes on the rod end of the cylinder Do not allow oil or dirt to be pulled back into the hydraulic hose 31 GENERAL MAINTENANCE 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
25. he suction line may be leaking air due to a loose fitting Tighten as needed The breather holes in the reservoir fill plug may be clogged Remove and clean The power unit pump may be defective Bridge lowers slowly The structural members of the bridge is binding The tubing or hose is obstructed or broken Where pipe is used check for obstruction in the line The oil viscosity is not suited for the environmental conditions Refer to Routine Maintenance section for oil recommendations The return filter may be clogged due to dirt or damage 43 TROUBLESHOOTING ANALYSIS PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SOLUTION Bridge will not remain in e The cylinder packing may be leaking raised position The pump or Deltatrol regulator is not seating e The pump or Deltatrol check valve is not seating The hydraulic tubing hose or fitting is leaking oil e The return filter may be clogged 44
26. iarize Yourself With Operators Manual 36401487 3 2 Capacity 36401602 4 2 Caution Stay Clear of Lift Mechanism 36403046 5 3 Warning No Riders 36403707 6 2 Warning Stay Clear While Platform is Tilting 36403830 7 1 Serial Number Nameplate 36401511 LABEL IDENTIFICATION Note Labels shown here are not actual size Figure 2 Label 36400679 FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH OPERATORS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT Figure 3 Label 36401487 Figure 4 Label 36401602 9 Figure 5 Label 36403046 NO RIDERS Ua 0 7 Figure 6 Label 36403707 STAY CLEAR WHILE PLATFORM IS TILTING Figure 7 Label 36403830 10 Box 1058 1058 W Industrial Ave Guthrie OK 73044 1058 Autogui MAXIMUM LOAD 0089 888 611 9876 WWW AUTOQUIP COM SUNT IDUUSY OF MINER CORPORATION 00 25255 8 SERIAL NO PRES Figure 8 Label 36401511 11
27. ified or removed from the pump or Deltatrol to obtain faster lowering speed A loaded lift can reach dangerous and destructive speed and or unnecessary closing of the velocity fuses 27 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Normally the Bascule Bridge will require very litte maintenance However routine maintenance program could prevent costly replacement of parts and or downtime DANGER To avoid personal injury NEVER go under the bridge or perform any maintenance until the load is removed and the bridge is securely blocked See Blocking Instructions section MONTHLY INSPECTION 1 Check oil level see oil recommendations in this section and add appropriate oil when necessary 2 Check for any visible leaks Correct as necessary 3 Check any unusual noise when it occurs Determine the source and correct as necessary 4 Check the safety wing hinges for rust or dirt Clean and lubricate 5 Check the ram plunger surface for rust scoring or damage 6 Check all wiring for looseness or wear Repair at once OIL REQUIREMENTS Change oil yearly or more frequently if it darkens materially or feels gummy or gritty Use detergent motor oils only Do not use hydraulic jack oil hydraulic fluids brake fluids or automatic transmission fluid 28 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Oil Viscosity Recommendations Environment Recommended Oil Ambient Temperatures Indoor location variable 10W30 or 10W40 temperatur
28. lowering speed Should a triggering and loc up occur it can only be released by applying upward hydraulic flow in a functional system SAFETY RELEASE BYPASS VALVE SRBV The SRBV is a part of the hydraulic system Should the system pressure exceed the predetermined pressure setting the SRBV will bypass the pump output back to the oil reservoir The SRBV is factory set to the proper pressure which will prevent damage to the mechanical hydraulic and electrical systems due to overloading obstruction or other circumstances SAFETY LEGS SAFETY WINGS The safety legs are automatic devices which serve two critical safety functions 1 If the bridge is left open over a long period of time possibly over the weekend a slow downward drift may occur due to the normal bleeding of hydraulic pressure across the valve seats in the check valve and dump valve n the extended position the safety legs will make contact with the adjacent curb angles prevent the bridge from drifting any further and maintain the bridges vertical position 2 If the bridge were to experience a sudden and unexpected loss of hydraulic pressure while being stored in the vertical position the safety legs would support the bridge until repairs could be made LABEL IDENTIFICATION Figure 1 Label Placement Bascule Bridge Item No Qty Description Part No 1 3 Caution Do not go under Lift Platform 36400679 2 3 Caution Famil
29. n the safety legs are fully extended the safety legs fully extended limit switches trip de energizing the magnetic starter See Figures 17 and 18 26 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Down Pushbutton Pressing the DOWN momentarily changes the signal to an UP signal through the safety legs fully retracted limit switches The signal energizes the motor starter causing the bridge to rise slightly At the same time the DOWN pushbutton energizes the safety legs retract solenoid B through the motor starter auxiliary contact causing the safety legs to be powered inward When the safety legs are retracted the safety legs fully retracted limit switches trip causing the motor starter to de energize and changes the signal to a DOWN signal by energizing the down solenoid When the motor starter is de energized above the auxiliary contact of the motor starter opens de energizing the safety legs retract solenoid B The Bascule Bridge will lower at this time Release the DOWN pushbutton when the Bascule Bridge is fully lowered NOTES 1 The safety legs do not rest on the curb angle in normal bridge operation 2 The pushbuttons are constant pressure Dead Man type At any time during any of the sequences releasing the pushbutton will cause all functions to cease and Bascule Bridge and safety legs will stop until a pushbutton is once again depressed N WARNING Under circumstances should the flow control be mod
30. ock the swivel fitting securely 35 GENERAL MAINTENANCE ROCK SALT It has been discovered that rock salt is being used to melt the ice and snow off of the platforms in the northern region and during the winter months Rock salt will accelerate the deterioration of any paint Therefore Autoquip recommends the use of a synthetic Ice Melt product in lieu of rock salt Warranty on the paint finish will be denied when it is suspected that rock salt has been used Please contact the Product Support Team at Autoquip at 1 888 811 9876 or 405 282 5200 36 V 06010809 0 5931 1325 2008 31025 8 015 SHA 2737717 00709 SU ONILNNOW 3A3NId 086 GALV1d SWOYHO VIC 6 AYO 2 SAVY 931 AL34VS HSTIVISNI A8 JO INIL Lv VIG II 7N JYNNYN NOILVTIVLSNI 22086 6 NI 38 NOLLYWHOSNI 110 23626 FA YIOAYISIY dINOOLNY 3A1VA 10S NMOG 135999 J3ATVA 48134 dali 7 27 E NOILONS 2 AN ec FT a3ads 1N3W3OvidSla ONINIMOT 390149 G3xi4 YOLON 1 MOTH 3ATVA MO3HO EX N 2 ONIYdS NOILISOd 3ATVA 931 AL34VS LOWLY AL TT Y INN N N 8 105 105 NG H3TIVISNI T Q3193NNOO dINDOLNV GSHSINYNS SANIT OL H
31. robability of death or of severe personal injury Identifies hazardous situation that has the potential of causing death or serious personal injury N CAUTION Identifies a hazardous situation that could lead to the possibility of personal injury of death and or may result in equipment damage DANGERS WARNINGS amp CAUTIONS Read and understand this manual and all labels prior to operating or servicing the bridge All labels are provided in accordance with ANSI Z535 4 N DANGER To avoid personal injury stand clear of the bridge and handrails while it is in motion N DANGER HIGH VOLTAGE Disconnect and or lock out the electrical supply to the power unit prior to any maintenance being performed N DANGER NEVER go under the bridge or perform maintenance until the load is removed and the bridge is securely blocked See Blocking Instructions section in this manual N WARNING All warning and information decals should be in place as outlined in the Label Identification section decals are missing or damaged they should be replaced with new ones Contact an Autoquip representative for replacements DANGERS WARNINGS amp CAUTIONS AN WARNING Under circumstances should the flow control be modified or removed from the pump or Deltatrol to obtain faster lowering speed loaded lift can reach dangerous and destructive speed and or unnecessary closing of the velocity fuses
32. than 30 feet away from the bridge and is protected from the elements The power unit must be lagged down The electrical work is to be done in accordance with local codes by a qualified electrician See the electrical schematic in the Maintenance section of this manual for proper electrical installation Check the motor rotation for proper direction Switch the leads if necessary to change the motor direction NOTE Precautions must be taken to collect fluid pumped from the reservoir when checking the motor rotation Fill the power unit reservoir with fluid as per the instructions in the Maintenance section 14 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS N CAUTION Precaution should be taken to prevent the introduction of contaminates such as dirt or other foreign material into the system through open fittings pipes or disassembled components Contamination will ruin the hydraulic system Connect the power unit to the lift and safety leg cylinders Refer to the hydraulic schematic in the Maintenance Section of this manual Pipe that is used must be Schedule 80 with extra heavy fittings All hoses fittings and pipe is to have a rated operating pressure of 3000 PSI minimum Apply the recommended pipe sealant to insure a pressure tight fit Check the routing of the hydraulic lines to be sure that the hoses and pipes are clear of all moving parts and remain within the 24 cutout area for pit mounted power units or an 18 storage area for remote ly mo
33. the groove slot in the tube Install the assembled cylinder into the bridge by carefully driving the clevis pin through the clevises Install the pin retaining hairpin clips Connect the cylinder s to the hydraulic hose from the power unit using the recommended sealant Do not use Teflon Tape Check all pins and other mechanical as well as hydraulic components to assure that the assembly is complete and in good working order 32 GENERAL MAINTENANCE 20 21 22 23 24 25 Turn the electrical supply back on and press the UP button on the controller to raise the bridge NOTE 15 to 30 seconds time may elapse to fill the empty cylinders before movement is noted Press the DOWN button on the controller to cycle the lift to the fully lowered position Hold the DOWN button 30 to 40 seconds to allow air in the cylinders to bleed back into the reservoir tank Cycle the bridge 10 to 15 times and repeat the bleeding operation by holding the DOWN button for 30 to 40 seconds Check the oil level in the reservoir with the bridge in the fully lowered position Add as necessary see Routine Maintenance for oil recommendations Clean the oil filler breather cap if it appears dirty Clean up any debris and or spilled oil from the area 33 GENERAL MAINTENANCE SEAL PISTON RETAINING RING WEAR RING WIPER FOAM RING WEAR RING HEAD LOCK NUT O RING O RING 4 y 4 AR 1 TUBE ASS Y ROD AS
34. uld be made to determine that the lift has not been damaged in transit Any damage found must be noted on the delivery receipt In addition to this preliminary inspection the lift should be carefully inspected for concealed damage Any concealed damage found that was not noted on the delivery receipt should be reported in writing to the delivering carrier within 48 hours The following is a checklist that will aid in the inspection of the lift 1 Examine entire unit for any signs of mishandling Pay special attention to the power unit and controls 2 Thoroughly examine all connections making sure they have not vibrated loose during transit 3 Check to make sure tat there are no missing parts any parts appear to be missing contact the Autoquip Customer Assurance Department immediately DANGERS WARNINGS amp CAUTIONS SAFETY ALERTS Required Reading The following SAFETY ALERTS are intended to create awareness of owners operators and maintenance personnel of the potential safety hazards and the steps that must be taken to avoid accidents These same alerts are inserted throughout this manual to identify specific hazards that may endanger uninformed personnel Identification of every conceivable hazardous situation is impossible Therefore all personnel have the responsibility to diligently exercise safe practices whenever exposed to this equipment AN DANGER Identifies a hazardous situation that presents the imminent p
35. unted power units Do not use Teflon tape BRIDGE ADJUSTMENTS 10 Carefully raise to only about half way and lower the bridge a few times Then slowly raise it to the full vertical position but not beyond a vertical position or you may destroy the rams If the bridge does not go all the way to the desired vertical position and the ram or rams are at the end of their strokes add shims under the base clevis until the correct posture is reached On multiple ram bridges all rams must reach the end of their strokes in unison Shim carefully so that no ram bottoms out ahead of the other rams or it can be damaged by having to resist the forces of all other rams in addition to its own If the bridge is at its correct vertical position but the cylinders are not all the way out which could let the bridge go beyond vertical remove the shims from under the base clevis Test this by carefully inching the bridge after it has reached the vertical position If it appears capable of going beyond vertical remove a shim and recheck it The base clevis shims control the raised position of the bridge Adding shims pushes it away from the cylinders Removing the shims pulls it toward them Unless otherwise noted only the rams must stop the bridge travel Use of any device to stop the bridge before the rams reach their full stroke can result in bending their rods by the full hydraulic pressure being applied near the maximum extended length 15
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