Lukas eDRAULIC, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...171255085 EN eDRAULIC spreader replaces 07 2019 Edition 10 2019 Instruction manual for rescue equipment Translation of the original instruction manual ...

Page 2: ...e 12 5 2 Operating the star grip 13 6 Spreading pulling squeezing and peeling 14 6 1 Safety notes 14 6 2 Spreading 15 6 3 Pulling 16 6 4 Squeezing 17 6 5 Peeling 18 7 Dismantling the equipment deactivation following operation 19 8 Maintenance and service 20 8 1 Oil change 20 8 2 Maintenance after use under water 21 8 3 Overview of eDRAULIC spreader 21 8 4 Protective equipment 21 9 Repairs 22 9 1 G...

Page 3: ... emission based on standard EN ISO 3744 34 11 4 Operating and storage temperature ranges 34 11 5 Oscillation vibration 34 12 EC Declaration of Conformity 35 13 Accessories 37 13 1 Batteries 37 13 2 Battery charger 38 13 3 Chain sets 38 14 Instructions regarding disposal 38 15 Notes 39 Content Page ...

Page 4: ... danger and the possible consequences 1 Danger classifications Pictogram Damage injury to Keyword Definition Consequences Persons DANGER Immediate danger Death or severe injury WARNING Potentially dangerous situation Potential death or serious injury CAUTION Less dangerous situation Minor or slight injury Property ATTENTION Risk of damage to property environment Damage to the equipment damage to t...

Page 5: ...efore they use the equipment and carefully follow them We further recommend that you have a qualified trainer show you how to use the product WARNING CAUTION The operating instructions for accessories must also be taken into account Even if you have already received instructions on how to use the equipment you should still read through the following safety instructions again WARNING CAUTION Please...

Page 6: ...te and in a legible condition Any mode of operation which compromises the safety and or stability of the device is forbidden Repairs to the equipment may only be carried out by a trained service technician with specific knowledge of the device Safety devices may never be disabled Only genuine LUKAS accessories and spare parts are to be used for repairs Before switching on starting up the device an...

Page 7: ...ing while working Before transporting the equipment always ensure that the accessories are positioned in such a way that they cannot cause an accident Always keep these operating instructions easily accessible at the place of operation Ensure the proper disposal of all removed parts left over oil and hydraulic fluid as well as packaging materials The eDRAULIC devices are not suitable for underwate...

Page 8: ...egulations pertaining to the prevention of accidents and protection of the environment apply and are to be implemented in addition to the operating instructions WARNING CAUTION ATTENTION The device is intended exclusively for the purpose stated in the operating instructions see chapter Proper Use Any other use is not in accordance with its designated purpose The manufacturer supplier is not liable...

Page 9: ... excluded that the device could trigger an explosion that working with the device could trigger an explosion e g sparks may result from cutting an object The responsibility for explosion prevention or for ruling out work with an eDRAULIC device with the operator of the device or with the person responsible at the place of use When working in areas at risk of explosion all applicable legal national...

Page 10: ...d hydraulic pressure takes place within the body of the device A battery must be connected as an energy source The accumulator battery can be inserted into the opening provided in the body of the tool and is automatically locked into position You can extend the operating time of your eDRAULIC device by using several batteries The batteries can be recharged after use using a suitable external charg...

Page 11: ...Star grip 2 Main switch 3 Quick exchange battery 4 Release button for battery 5 Handle 6 Spreader arms with plug on tips 7 Plastic housing 8 Tool body 9 Protective cover 10 Light 11 Squeezing device 12 Protective plate for spreader arm 13 Yoke cover SP 555 EWXT ...

Page 12: ...or eDRAULIC device 5 Operation Commissioning Before initial operation the battery of the rescue device must be fully loaded using the external charger 4 3 Hydraulic circuit diagram To enable comprehension of the function a simplified hydraulic ram of the rescue equipment A hand valve B are depicted here A B pulling squeezing spreading Star grip ...

Page 13: ...stop The battery will be automatically locked when correctly operated Opening the device Turn the star grip in a clockwise direction in the direction of the relevant symbol and keep in this position Closing the device Turn the star grip in an counterclockwise direction in the direction of the relevant symbol and keep in this position Dead man s function Following release the star grip automaticall...

Page 14: ...xplosion that working with the device could trigger an explosion e g sparks may result from cutting an object The responsibility for explosion prevention or for ruling out work with an eDRAULIC device lies with the operator of the device or with the person responsible at the place of use When working in areas at risk of explosion all applicable legal national and international regulations standard...

Page 15: ... appropriate to the situation Any trapped or enclosed persons must be protected 6 2 Spreading Use the front of the tips only to increase an existing gap To increase grip and to avoid having the tips slip or break out of the part to be processed the grip should be reapplied at an early stage The highest force develops in the rear area of the plug on tip WARNING CAUTION PLEASE NOTE The light metal a...

Page 16: ...slip Only chain sets in perfect condition may be used The pulling chains must be checked by an expert at least once a year Also consult the separate operating instructions for the corresponding chain set Working surface is too small tips slip off Only for increasing the size of a gap not suitable for spreading Tips get a safe grip Only work with the tips so that the spreader is not damaged in the ...

Page 17: ...olts in holes A see illustration on the right Permissible Chain sets for SP 555 EWXT KSV 11 NOTE Also take note of all the instructions and regulations in the separately provided operating instructions for the chain sets 6 4 Squeezing Squeezing Squeezing is allowed In the area of the tips ...

Page 18: ... in the arms A 6 5 Peeling It is possible to peel sheet steel with the optional peeling tips of the spreader max panel thickness t see chapter Technical Data The spreader tip must be replaced with the peeling tip A see 9 3 1 Tip changing A ...

Page 19: ...g on tips should also be greased from time to time Greasing provides protection against excessive wear and tear or corrosion Avoid storing the rescue equipment in a damp environment NOTE Never store the eDRAULIC devices with fully closed arms By fully closing the arms hydraulic and mechanical tension may develop in the device 7 Dismantling the equipment deactivation following operation WARNING CAU...

Page 20: ...efore checking the equipment WARNING CAUTION PLEASE NOTE To perform maintenance and repairs personal safety equipment appropriate for the work is a mandatory requirement Where appropriate the maintenance and repair staff must prove that they have adequate technical and specialised knowledge 8 1 Oil change Under normal working conditions routine oil changes are not necessary with eDRAULIC tools The...

Page 21: ...ing state display of lithium ion battery or batteries fully functional Functional test Easy opening and closing of star grip controls No unusual noises No further movement of spreader arms when interrupting the valve function during the process dead man s switch 8 3 Overview of eDRAULIC spreader Inspections to be carried out Check the protective equipment used on in the vicinity of the rescue devi...

Page 22: ...when not in operation ATTENTION Because LUKAS rescue devices are designed for highest performance only components specified in the spare parts list for the appropriate equipment may be replaced Other components in the device may only be replaced if You have participated in an appropriate LUKAS service training course You have been explicitly granted permission by LUKAS Customer Service valid LUKAS...

Page 23: ...ed to push the buttons J on both sides of a spreader arm completely and simultaneously and then remove the plug on tip from the spreader arm by pulling it forwards 2 Place the new tips onto the arm until they automatically click in place on the spreader arm H G J NOTE Always replace both plug on tips When inserting the new tips push both buttons J until the tip can be slid over them After fitting ...

Page 24: ...only a few mm remains between the tips Now switch off the device and remove the battery from the device Clean the rescue equipment carefully 2 Remove the fixing screws A and remove the top section of the handle B 9 3 2 Replacing the handle A B ...

Page 25: ... fixing screws C and remove the bottom section of the handle D C D 4 Attachment of the handle takes place in the reverse sequence NOTE The torque required can be taken from the spare parts list of your particular unit ...

Page 26: ...26 1 Remove the fixing screws A and remove the yoke cover B 9 3 3 Replacing the yoke cover 2 Install the new yoke cover A B ...

Page 27: ...t Now switch off the device and remove the battery from the device Clean the rescue equipment carefully 2 Remove the fixing screws A and remove the squeezing plates B 9 3 4 Replacing the squeezing plates 3 Install the new squeezing plates A B ...

Page 28: ...s between the tips Now switch off the device and remove the battery from the device Clean the rescue equipment carefully 2 Remove the fixing screws A and remove the protective plates B 9 3 5 Replacing the protective plates 3 Install the new protective plates A A B ...

Page 29: ... A A B B 9 3 7 Decals All damaged and or illegible decals safety notices type plate etc must be replaced Procedure 1 Remove damaged and or illegible decals 2 Clean surfaces with industrial alcohol 3 Affix new decals Take care to affix the labels in the correct positions If this is no longer known you should ask your authorized LUKAS dealer or contact LUKAS directly ...

Page 30: ...n be activated or the battery may be briefly unplugged and replugged again Spreader arms move slowly or jerkily when operated Battery fully charged Battery flat Charge battery Battery defective Replace battery Air in the hydraulic system Repair by an authorized dealer by personnel specially trained by LUKAS or by LUKAS itself Spreader arms do not move when operated Battery fully charged Battery fl...

Page 31: ...Soiled valve or star grip Defective valve Other mechanical damage e g star grip Hydraulic fluid leaking from the piston rod Defective rod seal Repair by an authorized dealer by personnel specially trained by LUKAS or by LUKAS itself Damage to the piston The useful operating time between the individual charging cycles is less than 5 minutes despite charging the batteries according to the instructio...

Page 32: ...ipment and the data in the following tables The values may also differ because of reading inaccuracies and or tolerances in the measuring equipment used Operating pressure SP 555 EWXT 70 MPa Contact an authorised LUKAS dealer or the LUKAS Customer Service Department directly if the malfunctions cannot be rectified The address for the LUKAS Customer Service department is LUKAS Hydraulik GmbH Weinst...

Page 33: ...ording to NFPA kN 72 lbf 16186 Maximum spreading path mm 730 in 28 7 Maximum pulling force with approbiate chain set kN 58 lbf 13039 Pulling path with approbiate chain set mm 569 in 22 4 HPF pulling force according to NFPA kN 46 lbf 10341 LPF pulling force according to NFPA kN 28 lbf 6295 Mass excl battery kg 19 9 lbs 43 9 Nominal electrical voltage with lithium ion battery V 25 2 Protection class...

Page 34: ... Operating and storage temperature ranges Operating temperature C F 20 55 4 131 Storage temperature device not in operation C F 30 60 22 140 11 5 Oscillation vibration The total oscillation value vibration value to which the upper limbs are exposed is usually below 2 5 m s Higher values may be measured for short periods as a result of interaction with the materials to be processed The oscillations...

Page 35: ...35 12 EC Declaration of Conformity ...

Page 36: ...36 ...

Page 37: ...and maximum uptime you must make sure that the battery is always fully charged before connecting it to a rescue device The charge status display is activated either by pressing a switch or activates automatically when reaching a certain charge level see table below Constant light Constant light Flashing yellow red continuous light Flashing red till battery is discharged Automatic activation Activa...

Page 38: ... European Directive 2002 96 EC governing electrical and electronic waste and their application in national legislation old electrical equipment must be separately collected and recycled in an environmentally compatible manner Please also take into account the notes in the separate operating instructions for the battery chargers Please duly dispose of all packaging materials and removed items 13 3 ...

Page 39: ...39 15 Notes ...

Page 40: ...y dispose of all packaging materials and removed items Copyright 2019 LUKAS Hydraulik GmbH LUKAS Hydraulik GmbH A Unit of IDEX Corporation Weinstrasse 39 D 91058 Erlangen Tel 49 0 91 31 698 0 Fax 49 0 91 31 698 394 E mail lukas info idexcorp com www lukas com Made in GERMANY ...