LARSON 5600, Manual

Page 1: ...RAILERS INC 1141 Dakota Avenue North Huron SD 57350 605 352 9336 Toll Free 866 250 7624 Fax 605 352 5664 LARSON CABLE TRAILERS INC 601 Lincoln Avenue NW Huron SD 57350 605 352 9336 Toll Free 866 250 7624 Fax 605 352 5664 E mail cs larsonct com Webpage http www larsonct com st LARSON MOBILE CABLE DISPENSING SYSTEM Model 5600 Manufactured by LARSON CABLE TRAILERS INC 1141 Dakota Avenue North Huron S...

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Page 3: ...ING DIAGRAM 14 PARTS DIAGRAM 15 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 19 HONDA ENGINE 19 DEXTER AXLE AND RELATED COMPONENTS 20 TRAILER 21 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 22 FIGURE 8 DEVICE 23 FIGURE 8 FORK ASSEMBLY 30 LEVEL WINDING DEVICE 31 DUMPSTER 35 LOADING RAMPS 37 COLD WEATHER START KIT 38 PVC RACK 39 SIDE ROLLER 40 WARRANTY 41 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS 43 TIRE SAFETY INSPECTIONS See Back of Manual HONDA ENGINES WARRANT...

Page 4: ...d had no suspension slowing transport We designed and built the LMCDS to meet our needs This trailer will also save you time and manpower as you bury cable in a new and more efficient way We soon realized that the trailer we had developed was invaluable in other capacities as well So the LMCDS was created for those who desire a high quality self loading multi purpose unit for use on the utility jo...

Page 5: ...r minute at 2000 psi This allows the trailer to figure 8 and rewind cable at a rate up to 750 feet per minute The reel turning rack is powered by an orbital motor operated from the control panel The control panel swings 180o allowing the user to efficiently operate the hydraulic system while monitoring the activity at the rear of the trailer The hydraulic lifting rack makes loading and unloading a...

Page 6: ...is manual covers most but not all of the features of your trailer Separate owner s manuals for the Honda engine and Dexter axles are also provided Be certain you have full working knowledge of all features before operating your trailer Contact your LARSON Authorized Sales Representative if you have questions or incomplete knowledge of your equipment s operation BEFORE STARTING 1 Check all fluid le...

Page 7: ...If Trailer is Labeled for Dielectric Fluid use Dielectric Fluid Fill to Sight Gage with Mobil 424 or equivalent Universal Tractor Fluid ...

Page 8: ...rack lever on the control panel lower the reel rack 2 Pull the keeper pin out of the lifting arm Refer to the Parts Diagram for the location of the keeper pin 3 Extend the lifting arm to the desired length 4 Replace the keeper pin in the lifting arm ...

Page 9: ...enerate enough heat to deform the arbor hole in the reel The deformed reel could stop turning which could damage the cable 2 Remove the arbor from the lifting rack or storage tube 3 Remove any locking collars and bushings from the arbor Lubricate the inside of the bushing Place the bushing in the hole in the reel hub 4 Slide a locking collar onto the arbor with the flange facing the reel ...

Page 10: ...e arbor need to be on the lower side to prevent the arbor from sliding off the lifting arm while loading the reel 6 Lubricate the inside of the opposite bushing and reel hole place the bushing onto the arbor and slide the bushing into the reel hub 7 Slide the opposite locking collar onto the arbor with the set screw facing away from the reel ...

Page 11: ...f the arbor in the reel 9 Roll the reel forward to align the arbor with the lifting rack and raise the reel rack lifting arms making contact with arbor 10 Center the reel and lock the arbor collars with the set screws Lock the arbor in place by engaging the spring latch on each side of the lifting rack ...

Page 12: ... be securely attached to a heavy vehicle while lifting 12 Load the reel using the reel rack lever on the control panel WARNING To properly position the reel on the trailer bring the reel all the way forward until the cylinder stops ...

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Page 14: ...the full forward position 3 All set screws must be tightened on the collars and reel turner axle hubs to prevent them from vibrating out 4 The control panel must be locked down 5 Loads must be secured to the trailer WARNING Failure to heed the above information could result in property damage serious injury or death ...

Page 15: ...14 WIRING DIAGRAM T M Tail Marker Brown Aux Auxiliary Black S Brake Blue or Red R T Right Tail Light Green L T Left Tail Light Yellow GD Ground White ...

Page 16: ...15 PARTS DIAGRAM ...

Page 17: ...16 Depending on the optional accessories purchased with your trailer you may or may not have the parts shown ...

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Page 20: ...ilter Clean x 1 Air Filter Replace x Sediment Cup Clean x Spark Plug Check adjust x Spark Plug Replace x Spark Arrester optional part Clean x Idle Speed Check adjust x 2 Valve Clearance Check adjust x 2 Combustion Chamber Clean After every 500 Hrs 2 Fuel Tank Filter Clean x 2 Fuel Tube Check Every 2 years Replace if necessary 2 Replace the paper element type only 1 Service more frequently when use...

Page 21: ...pect for wear or contamination x Brake Controller Check for correct amperage modulation x Brake Cylinders Check for leaks sticking x Brake Lines Inspect for cracks leaks kinks x Hubs Check refill with high quality hypoid gear oil x Hub Drum Inspect for abnormal wear or scoring x Wheel Bearings Cups Inspect for corrosion or wear Clean repack x Seals Inspect for leakage Replace if removed x Springs ...

Page 22: ... 1 Use Mobil 424 or equivalent UTF Universal Tractor Fluid If the trailer is labeled for Dielectric Fluid USE DIELECTRIC FLUID 2 Zinga AE 10 ...

Page 23: ...22 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ...

Page 24: ... missing boards or anything that could catch and or obstruct movement of the cable Remove or repair accordingly before using the trailer 3 Remove the figure 8 pole from the tool storage tray at the front of the trailer 4 Place the figure 8 pole into the tube on the receiver hitch ...

Page 25: ...evice from the mount on the right side of the trailer 6 Place the device on the figure 8 pole Engage the spring latch to lock the device in place 7 Thread the cable through the figure 8 device Close and lock the figure 8 device ...

Page 26: ...Place figure 8 tube bracket on figure 8 device 9 Place the split tube around the cable and slide the split tube into the tube bracket 10 Tighten the T handle set screw to secure the split tube to the bracket ...

Page 27: ... orbital motor from the reel turner axle 12 Place the orbital motor on the figure 8 device and engage the spring latch to lock into place 13 Align the drive tires to the outside rims of the reel Tighten the set screws ...

Page 28: ...r on the control panel Move the reel turner axle tires no closer than 6 to the sides of the reel If the need to stop the reel during the figure 8ing operation arises the tires are ready to be engaged WARNING Many situations may arise that require you to stop the reel Please be prepared If this situation should arise engage the reel turner with the braking system at the same time as you disengage t...

Page 29: ...anel to the working position at the back of the trailer Lock the spring latch at the back of the control panel to secure the panel in the working position 18 Take hold of the figure 8 device Begin figure 8ing by operating the rotation lever and swinging the figure 8 device back and forth ...

Page 30: ...om accidentally striking the operator WARNING Do not swing the figure 8 device too far to the left or right Rubbing the cable on the sides of the reel could cause serious damage to the cable WARNING Always be aware of your location and that of the spinning reel while figure 8ing cable 19 Pictured is a successful figure 8 result ...

Page 31: ...re 8 fork assembly consists of 3 pieces 2 poles and 1 fork that snap together As the photos illustrate the figure 8 fork holds the cable off the pile to prevent twisting and tangling of the cable while rewinding the cable onto the reel ...

Page 32: ...his eliminates the risk of operator injury associated with level winding manually 1 The level winding device is stored on the passenger side fender of the trailer Unpin the cylinder 2 Remove the level winding device from the fender 3 Fold out the right arm and place it in the center receiver hitch tube Pin it in place ...

Page 33: ... tube Pin it in place 5 Lift the roller arm Using the same pins that held the cylinder in the fender rack pin the cylinder The back of the cylinder should rest at the bottom of the configuration 6 Adjust the roller arm to the desired height for the application and pin in place ...

Page 34: ...Unlock the spring latch on the front of valve table 8 Unlock the spring latch on the back of the valve table 9 Swing the control panel to the working position at the back of the trailer Lock the spring latch ...

Page 35: ...ct the hydraulic hoses to the auxiliary hydraulic connections next to the control panel Either hose may be hooked up first 11 Control the level winding device by operating the auxiliary lever on the control panel ...

Page 36: ...ong either side of the dumpster 2 Attach the chains of the dumpster to the hooked collars on the lifting rack arbor Do not tighten the set screws 3 Load the dumpster using the reel rack lever 4 Adjust the reel rack until the weight of the dumpster is resting on the bed of the trailer This photo shows the dumpster properly loaded ...

Page 37: ... the D rings on the lower dumpster and through the chain hole in the gusset on the lower lifting arm of the trailer 6 To empty the dumpster push the reel rack lever to the lower position 7 Once dumping is complete return the dumpster to the upright position by pulling the reel rack lever ...

Page 38: ... the trailer 2 To remove the ramps remove the pin and slide the ramps out 3 Hook the ramps on the bottom of the reel lifting rack at the rear of the trailer 4 Ensure the trailer is securely attached to the transport vehicle before using the ramps for loading 5 Secure the load to the trailer ...

Page 39: ...up To operate the cold weather start kit 1 Turn the bypass valve to the open position This photo shows the closed position 2 Start the Honda engine Allow the engine to warm up for 5 minutes 3 SLOWLY close the bypass valve before operating your trailer Closing the valve too quickly can stall the engine 4 Allow the hydraulic system to warm up for 3 to 5 minutes ...

Page 40: ...39 PVC RACK The PVC Rack allows the trailer to transport ten foot pieces of PVC pipe 1 Insert the mount into the receiver hitch 2 Insert the PVC rack into the mount and insert the pin ...

Page 41: ...The side roller allows the conduit or cable to be pulled off the reel at a right angle without damaging the conduit 1 Insert the mount into the receiver hitch 2 Insert the side roller into the mount and insert the pin ...

Page 42: ...urned to the purchaser transportation charges prepaid by Larson and shall be warranted for the remainder of the term of the original warranty on the article or ninety 90 days whichever is longer If Larson denies the warranty claim Larson shall notify the purchaser Larson shall retain the item for thirty 30 day following such denial During this period the purchaser may at purchaser s expense take p...

Page 43: ...57350 or contact directly Telephone 605 352 9336 Fax 605 352 5664 Identify the product and give its location Larson will assess your claim and provide you with Return Goods Authorization and instructions For customers within the continental United States Larson will make its best effort to repair or replace the product if found to be defective within the terms of the warranty within fifteen 15 day...

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Page 45: ... on the forward half of the left road side of the unit This certification VIN label will indicate the trailer s Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR This is the most weight the fully loaded trailer can weigh It will also provide the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR This is the most a particular axle can weigh If there are multiple axles the GAWR of each axle will be provided If your trailer has a GVWR of...

Page 46: ...ing of the trailer on your trailer s VIN Certification label 3 Subtract the empty weight of your trailer from the GVWR stated on the VIN label That weight is the maximum available cargo capacity of the trailer and may not be safely exceeded 1 2 STEPS FOR DETERMINING CORRECT LOAD LIMIT TOW VEHICLE 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs on your ...

Page 47: ...er that encloses the rim flanges inside the air cavity of the tire Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant and if so equipped air conditioning and additional weight optional engine Extra load tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher inflation pressures than the corresponding standard tire Groove T...

Page 48: ...l device which when a non pneumatic tire assembly incorporates a wheel supports the tire and attaches either integrally or separably to the wheel center member and upon which the tire is attached Non pneumatic spare tire assembly A non pneumatic tire assembly intended for temporary use in place of one of the pneumatic tires and rims that are fitted to a passenger car in compliance with the require...

Page 49: ...on pressure This is the inflation pressure provided by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire Information label and on the Certification VIN tag Reinforced tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher inflation pressures than the corresponding standard tire Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated Rim diameter This means the nom...

Page 50: ... incorporating a wheel a mechanical device which attaches either integrally or separably to the non pneumatic tire and provides the connection between tire and the vehicle Wheel holding fixture The fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly securely during testing 1 4 TIRE SAFETY EVERYTHING RIDES ON IT The National Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA has published a brochure DOT HS 809 361 t...

Page 51: ...so find this number on the vehicle information placard expressed in kilopascals kpa which is the metric measure used internationally Manufacturers of passenger vehicles and light trucks determine this number based on the vehicle s design load limit that is the greatest amount of weight a vehicle can safely carry and the vehicle s tire size The proper tire pressure for your vehicle is referred to a...

Page 52: ...ut the correct size to choose consult with the tire dealer 1 5 6 TIRE TREAD The tire tread provides the gripping action and traction that prevent your vehicle from slipping or sliding especially when the road is wet or icy In general tires are not safe and should be replaced when the tread is worn down to 1 16 of an inch Tires have built in treadwear indicators that let you know when it is time to...

Page 53: ...eel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter Next number This two or three digit number is the tire s load index It is a measurement of how much weight each tire can support You may find this information in your owner s manual If not contact a local tire dealer Note You may not find this information on all tires bec...

Page 54: ...facturers also must indicate the materials in the tire which include steel nylon polyester and others Maximum Load Rating This number indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire under normal driving conditions 1 5 9 2 UTQGS Information...

Page 55: ...tire is used as a single Load Range This information identifies the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 1 6 TIRE SAFETY TIPS Preventing Tire Damage Slow down if you have to go over a pothole or other object in the road Do not run over curbs or other foreign objects in the roadway and try not to strike the curb when parking Tire Safety Checklist Check tire pressure regularly ...

Page 56: ... Relations Department 4900 Marconi Drive Alpharetta Georgia 30005 8847 Telephone 770 497 6400 Exclusions This engine warranty does not include the following 1 Any damage or deterioration resulting from the following Neglect of the periodic maintenance as specified in the engine owner s manual Improper repair or maintenance Operating methods other than those indicated in the engine owner s manual D...

Page 57: ...nda general purpose engine on which the accessory or replacement part is installed and proof of purchase at your expense to any Honda General Purpose Engine dealer in the United States Puerto Rico or the U S Virgin Islands who is authorized to sell that product during the dealer s normal business hours If you are unable to obtain warranty service or are dissatisfied with the warranty service you r...