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©Copyright AMKUS Rescue Systems, Inc. 2020 

LAL-001 August 11, 2020 Rev01

DANGER

Understand manual before use. Operating AMKUS Rescue Systems without understanding the 
manual, receiving proper training, and using appropriate personal protective equipment is a 
misuse of AMKUS equipment. Obtain safety information at amkus.com

This instruction manual is intended to familiarize operators and maintenance personnel with the 
operation, basic maintenance, and safety procedures associated with this product. This manual 
should be kept available to all operating and maintenance personnel.

This manual does NOT address Level 2 & 3 servicing of AMKUS Rescue Systems. Only competent 
rescue tool repair technicians are quali

fi

 ed to repair AMKUS equipment.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

C750M

S320M

CT716M

Hydraulic Rescue Tools

AMKUS RESCUE SYSTEMS

AMKUS.com

4201 Montdale Drive, Valparaiso, IN 46383-4098 USA

800-592-6587 • 219-548-5000 

CUTTER

Model: C750/C750M

SPREADER

Model: S320/S320M

COMBI TOOL

Model: CT716/CT716M

RATED INPUT PRESSURE

10,500 psi (724 bar) - designed to be driven only by an AMKUS hydraulic 
power unit rated for this pressure

HYDRAULIC FLUID

AMKUS MV1 (Mineral Oil base)
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for AMKUS MV1 Hydraulic Fluid is available at 
AMKUS.com and CHEMTREC.com (for equipment stored and operated 
in environments below 32°F (0°C) contact AMKUS Rescue Systems for 
recommendation)

Certi

fi

 ed Compliant to

NFPA 1936

Summary of Contents for C750

Page 1: ... 2 3 servicing of AMKUS Rescue Systems Only competent rescue tool repair technicians are qualified to repair AMKUS equipment INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE C750M S320M CT716M Hydraulic Rescue Tools AMKUS RESCUE SYSTEMS AMKUS com 4201 Montdale Drive Valparaiso IN 46383 4098 USA 800 592 6587 219 548 5000 CUTTER Model C750 C750M SPREADER Model S320 S320M COMBI TOOL Model CT716 CT716M...

Page 2: ...n No precautionary phrases Response No precautionary phrases Storage No precautionary phrases Disposal No precautionary phrases Other hazards which do not result in classi cation Prolonged or repeated skin contact without proper cleaning can clog the pores of the skin resulting in disorders such as oil acne folliculitis Used oil may contain harmful impurities High pressure injection under the skin...

Page 3: ... 5 3 OPERATING CONSIDERATIONS 6 0 SET UP PROCEDURE 6 1 ROTATING HANDLE 6 1 1 HANDLE LIGHTS 7 0 OPERATION 7 1 CONTROL VALVE ACTUATOR 7 2 CUTTING 7 3 SPREADING SQUEEZING LIFTING 8 0 ACCESSORIES 8 1 EXTENDED REACH SPREADER TIPS ERT 8 2 CHAIN USE 9 0 SAFETY GUARDS 10 0 MAINTENANCE 10 1 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 10 1 1 CHECK THE BLADES 10 1 2 HYDRAULIC MAINTENANCE 10 1 3 LUBRICATION 10 1 4 HANDLE LIGHT BATTE...

Page 4: ...result in injury or death from laceration projectile high speed flying debris and pinch point injuries Stay clear of the path of travel Avoid unnecessary risk Examples include Never lift or hold a rescue tool by its cutting blades or spreader arms Never place hands between moving tool and a load Pinch points are created from tool movement causing risk of limb amputation i e fingers hands arms feet...

Page 5: ...be hazardous Power cables and battery packs may be hidden from view in structures and electric vehicles Never operate near damaged electric power lines before power is verified as OFF WARNING Misuse of AMKUS Rescue Systems can result in a wide variety of hazards and consequences Remain aware of and avoid misuse situations Examples of misuse include Using low pressure 5000 psi tools on high pressur...

Page 6: ...e designed to be driven only by an AMKUS hydraulic power unit Hydraulic fluid from the pump passes through a user operated control valve and moves the piston as directed by the user Moving the piston actuates the arms or blades of the rescue tool 3 1 VARIOUS MODELS AND TERMS Grip Control Valve Actuator Lighted Handle Guard Cutter Blades Hydraulic Hoses Mono Coupler optional Actuator Lighted Handle...

Page 7: ...7 219 548 4000 UNDERSTAND MANUAL BEFORE USE OPERATING AMKUS RESCUE SYSTEMS WITHOUT UNDERSTANDING THE MANUAL RECEIVING PROPER TRAINING AND USING APPROPRIATE PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT IS A MISUSE OF AMKUS EQUIPMENT OBTAIN SAFETY INFORMATION AT WWW AMKUS COM DANGER KEL10 008 Valve Operation Model Serial also engraved on tool Date of Manufacture Rated Pressure Fluid Type Product Information Safety...

Page 8: ...1 x 10 2 935 x 282 x 259 Weight ready to use lb kg Standard Quick Couplers Mono Coupler 45 7 20 7 46 1 20 9 Max Spreading Distance Inches mm 31 9 810 Max Spreader Opening w optional ERT tips Inches mm 39 1 993 Highest Spreading Force HSF lb kN 15 100 67 2 Lowest Spreading Force LSF lb kN 10 530 46 9 Max Spreading Force lb kN 39 500 175 7 Highest Pulling Force HPF lb kN 11 500 51 1 Lowest Pulling F...

Page 9: ...ver you have decided to place the equipment into service yourself remove equipment from the packing cartons and carefully inspect for damage Damage that occurs during shipment should be reported immediately to the carrier 1 Gather and review all safety and use documentation prior to operating any rescue tool 2 Connect the tool connection hoses to the hose lines from the AMKUS hydraulic power unit ...

Page 10: ...ls in series Connecting tools in series could cause operational problems equipment failure or catastrophic failure of the equipment resulting in serious injury or death Start the power unit refer to power unit and engine manuals Following the instructions in the power unit manual operate the selector valve to charge the hose line to which the tool is connected Pick up the tool noticing that the de...

Page 11: ...tween blades increases stop immediately and reconsider cutting strategies CAUTION The blades on AMKUS cutters effectively cut steering columns brake pedals door mechanisms and other vehicle items as necessary for extrication However using AMKUS cutters as a piercing tool for heavy metal is not recommended Therefore when cutting take care to insure the blade tips move through a clear path of travel ...

Page 12: ...actuator Stop and modify the extrication procedure The deadman safety feature returns the control valve actuator to the center neutral position stopping arm movement Seek another purchase point to proceed with the extrication WARNING Spreading squeezing pulling and lifting operations can cause loads to become unstable Unstable loads can cause injury or death To avoid load instability Position the ...

Page 13: ... Figure 8 1 8 2 CHAIN USE WARNING Transport chain is NOT rated for overhead lifting Injury or death may occur from improper chain use Observe chain safety guidelines established by the Authority Having Jurisdiction Chain kits are available for spreaders Setup and operation of the chain kit Secure chains around the load removing slack using grab hooks to latch fully across the chain tip of hook mus...

Page 14: ...he tool before starting any maintenance work Annual tool maintenance shall be completed regardless of how many hours the tool has been used since its last maintenance 10 1 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 10 1 1 CHECK THE BLADES The use of damaged blades decreases the cutting efficiency of the tool and can overheat the tool Replace the blades when they become worn cracked or gouged Consult AMKUS Rescue Systems C...

Page 15: ...ONS Malfunctions can be divided into two sections 1 Malfunction of the hydraulic system 2 Malfunctions related to other rescue tool systems Remedies marked by the letter M require the intervention of the Maintenance Technician Remedies marked with the letter O can be performed by the Operator 11 2 TROUBLESHOOTING THE HYDRAULICS FAULT POSSIBLE REASON POSSIBLE REMEDY PERFORMED BY STROKE DOES NOT BEG...

Page 16: ... becomes contaminated determine the nature of the contamination Follow the decontamination guidelines provided by the Authority Having Jurisdiction Technical advice may be requested from AMKUS Rescue Systems 4 Inspect the tool controls and hoses after each use for damage leakage and excessive wear 5 If rescue tool damage or excessive wear is noticed remove the rescue tool from service immediately ...

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