VALTIR ENERGITE III, Assembly And Maintenance Manual

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Page 2: ...This system has been accepted for use by the Federal Highway Administration for use on the national highway system under strict criteria utilized by that agency Valtir representatives are available fo...

Page 3: ...Limitations and Warnings 5 Important Introductory Notes 7 System Overview 8 Recommended Tools 9 Site Preparation Foundation 10 Inspect Shipment 10 Assembly 11 Alternate Assembly Option 15 Checking the...

Page 4: ...used only in conjunction with the assembly of the Energite III Fitch Universal Module Systems and are for standard assemblies only as specified by the applicable highway authority In the event your s...

Page 5: ...ructions This Manual must be kept in a location where it is readily available to persons who are skilled and experienced in the assembly maintenance or repair of the Energite III Fitch Universal Modul...

Page 6: ...l while at the assembly maintenance or repair site Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death Warning Use only Valtir parts that are specified herein for the Energite III F...

Page 7: ...o meet the impact criteria requirements and guidelines of NCHRP Report 350 These tests specifically set forth by FHWA evaluate product performance by simulating those impacts outlined by NCHRP Report...

Page 8: ...ly review this Manual including the Limitations and Warnings section before performing the necessary work Do not attempt to assemble any Energite III Fitch Universal Module Systems without the proper...

Page 9: ...cone insert The cone insert is used to adjust the sand height or center of mass and the overall weight of the barrel The barrel s weight requirement is determined by its place within the array Each mo...

Page 10: ...lts if required Note The above list of tools is a general recommendation Depending on specific site conditions and the complexity of the assembly specified by the appropriate highway authority additio...

Page 11: ...l curbs and raised islands should be removed Where this is not possible a maximum of 100 mm 4 high is recommended The site must also be clear of debris and snow Inspect Shipment Before assembling the...

Page 12: ...l devices Place traffic control devices to protect your crew and motorists 2 Review array specifications Carefully review the array specification provided by a qualified engineer 3 Take measurements T...

Page 13: ...e replaced See Figure 4 Figure 4 7 Moving barrels into position After the location of each module is marked on the pavement place the barrels back into their proper positions Move the barrels into pos...

Page 14: ...Figure 6A Energite III System 9 Placement of inner cones Fitch For a 200 lb module place the Unicore on the top shelf 17 fill to the scribe mark FILL TO HERE FOR 200 resulting in a 7 sand depth and a...

Page 15: ...the first row of modules last row in array is in place they can be filled with the proper level of sand using a sand filled cement truck See Figure 7 Figure 7 The sand must conform to ASTM C 33 washe...

Page 16: ...fter the first row is finished the next row of modules can be positioned filled and the lids snapped on until all the rows are completed Be sure the lids are snapped firmly into place to prevent water...

Page 17: ...an occur at any time Two types of inspections should be performed regularly Visual Drive by Inspection Walk up Inspection Visual Drive By Inspection Checklist Drive by inspections are recommended as n...

Page 18: ...uctions in the Manual Complete the following steps during the walk up inspection 1 Lids in place Be sure all lids are firmly in place 2 Lids not inverted Be sure lids are not inverted inwards 3 Module...

Page 19: ...d 180 kg modules When upgrading or repairing arrays it is recommended to replace cones to meet the current standards 1 Setting up traffic control Set up traffic control to protect your crew as designa...

Page 20: ...Module Systems modules is to use a sand filled cement mixer The sand must conform to ASTM C 33 washed concrete sand or equal The level is indicated on the decal located on the inside of the module Fil...

Page 21: ...www valtir com 20 Revision F November 2022 Maintenance Log Type of Inspection Date System Location Drive By Walk Up Comments...

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