Kummert PushBuddy, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL PushBuddy EN P Push ush B Buddy uddy ...

Page 2: ...ngs contained herein are subject to intellectual property rights by Kummert GmbH Their use is permitted while utilizing the devices Any use beyond that is prohibited without the manufacturer s written approval All named products and descriptions are trademarks and or registered trademarks of the respective manufacturers Keep the manual for future reference EN ...

Page 3: ...Transport to place of operation 36 Inserting and removing the battery 37 Setting the handle 38 Installing an extension 39 Removing an extension 40 Connecting PushBuddy with a base unit 40 Setting the pipe diameter 41 Inserting the rod into the PushBuddy 42 Removing the rod from the PushBuddy 43 Clamping PushBuddy at the beginning of a pipe 44 Adjusting the inspection speed 45 Working with PushBudd...

Page 4: ... be heeded Explanation of symbols Safety instructions in this manual are indicated by means of symbols The safety instructions express the extent of the hazard WARNING This combination of symbol and signal word identifies a possibly dangerous situation which may cause death or severe injuries if not avoided CAUTION This combination of symbol and signal word identifies a possibly dangerous situation ...

Page 5: ...urface The clamping device is coated with granulate for a better grip which can cause skin injuries Always wear suitable protective gloves when handling the clamping device WARNING Risk of injury by crushing or clamping The device has moving components When adjusting these components there is a risk of jamming or crushing parts of the body Follow the instructions in this manual carefully Never rea...

Page 6: ...tool Instruction manual Packaging TIP Keep the packaging for possible shipping and storage Packaging may also comprise materials added to the packages for the protection against moisture or frost e g silica gel bags anti freezing agents Storage The devices and the accessories must always be stored under the following conditions Do not store outdoors Store in a dry and dust free place Transport Whe...

Page 7: ... motor Meter counting is done by the PushBuddy instead of the reel It is operated by a replaceable rechargeable Bosch battery so it works independently of the main supply Specifications Range of use DN100 DN300 Dimensions without extensions 330 mm x 600 mm x 165 mm Weight PushBuddy incl battery 7 5 kg Clamping motor DC linear actuator Drive motor 2 EC motors Data transfer Wifi Max Speed 50 cm s Ligh...

Page 8: ...33 EN 33 Components 1 PushBuddy 2 Battery 3 Extension 1 0 m 4 Extension 0 5 m 5 Carrier 3 4 5 1 2 ...

Page 9: ... g h i j l l m k PushBuddy 1 a Emergency stop switch b Rocker switch c Battery d Clamping mechanism e LED f Rod output g Connector h Rotary handle i Pivot j Clamping hook k Lever l Drive wheel m Transport mounting slots ...

Page 10: ...d e f a Base unit recess b Carrying handle c PushBuddy slot d Lock pin e Axis f Standfoot g Extension recess h Camera tray a g h d c b Extension Carrier 3 5 4 a Lock pin b Knob c Lock pin slot d Anti twist protection ...

Page 11: ... Insert the PushBuddy into the carrier To do this grasp the handle and place the transport mounting slots at the bottom of the PushBuddy onto the axis of the carrier Keep holding the handle with one hand Pull out the lock pin with the other hand and hold it Then position the upper part of the PushBuddy into the PushBuddy slots of the carrier Release the lock pin Make sure that the PushBuddy is sec...

Page 12: ...a secure hold To remove the PushBuddy carrier and the accessories from the base device grasp with one hand the PushBuddy handle and with the other the handle of the carrier Take the carrier out and place it down Inserting and removing the battery Make sure that the battery is sufficiently charged before starting work To insert the battery push it into the holder provided until it clicks into place ...

Page 13: ...ress and hold the button Grasp the battery and pull it outwards To facilitate the installation of the PushBuddy the angle of the handle can be changed Hold the handle with one hand and with the other hand release the rotary handle Move the handle to the desired position and hand tighten the rotary handle ...

Page 14: ...he extensions are clean and dry Insert the extension Make sure that the recess of the extension recess fits exactly into the indentation of the Pushbuddy The pin must snap into the extension Add additional extension if necessary Attach the handle to the extension Make sure that the recess on the handle fits exactly into the bulge The pin must snap into the handle ...

Page 15: ...sions one after the other Press the button from bottom to top and pull the extension upwards Attach the handle to the PushBuddy Make sure that the recess on the handle fits exactly into the bulge The pin must snap into the handle Profi 3 or proTab Click on the connection symbol at the bottom left of the screen and select the desired PushBuddy Click on Connect Once the connection is established the b...

Page 16: ...just the corresponding diameter Pull out the locking pin of the clamping mechanism and slide it up or down until the desired diameter range can be read in the cut out To adapt the device for DN300 pull out the pin of the clamping mechanism and move it downwards turn it over and put it back in place Position it so that 300 can be read in the cut out Always make sure that the pin is proper ly engage...

Page 17: ...vots and unfold the movable part of the PushBuddy Unwind some rod from the reel see reel operating instructions and run it th rough the PushBuddy so that the plug exits through the opening at the front Take the back part of the rod and place it behind the roll Inserting the rod into the PushBuddy ...

Page 18: ...Pull the rod out of the PushBuddy and wind it back into the reel see reel operating instructions WARNING Risk of injury by crushing or clamping The device has moving components When adjusting these components there is a risk of jamming or crushing parts of the body Follow the instructions in this manual carefully Never reach into the area where the components are moving when adjusting the componen...

Page 19: ...old the PushBuddy by the handle and position it in such a way that both granule coated parts of the clamping machanism are inside the pipe Push the rocker switch forward and keep it pressed The clamping mecha nism expands and switches off auto matically when the PushBuddy is firmly engaged The LED flashes Release the rocker switch Make sure that the PushBuddy is connected to the base unit and that th...

Page 20: ...hen adjusting the components NOTE Risk of damage to property When clamping the PushBuddy there will be strong forces applied Before use check that the pipe can withstand these forces The PushBuddy pushes or pulls the rod with a maximum of 50cm s The speed for pushing pulling back and inspection can be adjusted separately in can3D In the Live TV Inspection window click the Settings button 1 Select ...

Page 21: ...To drive the rod backwards push the mini joystick backwards Depending on how much you press the joystick the rod is pushed faster or slower The rod is automatically pulled out of the basket of the reel when driven forward Make sure that the freewheel brake is applied accordingly see Reel operation manual When retracting the rod must be ma nually wound into the reel WORKING WITH PUSHBUDDY CLEANING ...

Page 22: ...can be removed Insert the holding tool into the respective wheel and hold it tight Open the screw connection with the torque wrench Put the screw aside After cleaning insert the wheels again Make sure that the wheel engages into the wheel housing Insert the screw back into place Tighten the screw with the torque wrench until it clicks Splash water protected Waterproof ...

Page 23: ...heck if the base device meets the hard ware requirements Run can3D update Restart base device PushBuddy does not react Check if the emergency stop switch is unlocked Insert battery Check battery charge status Check if the connection between PushBud dy handle and extensions is correct For other malfunctions repair requests spare part orders and other questions please contact your supplier or our se...

Page 24: ...an to look at the tasks that have to be performed at regular intervals Before each use After each use During storage After storage Check if all seals are present and intact x x x x Check if all screws are present and tight x x x Make sure that all connectors are clean and dry x x x Check drive wheels for abrasion x x Remove battery x x Clean device s Cleaning x ...

Page 25: ...al at your local authorities or specific waste management companies When the device has reached the end of its useful life it has to be disassembled and disposed of in an environmentally safe manner Unless both parties agreed otherwise on recycling or disposal all components must be properly dismantled and recycled by the owner as follows Scrap any metal parts Recycle any plastic parts in the appro...

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