WPG 98741, Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...G com Record serial number in blank space above to locate see serial label on the product LOW PROFILE MANUAL ROTATOR TILTER 600 DC VOLTAGE WITH INTELLI GRIP TECHNOLOGY PAD FRAME T ARM ASSEMBLIES Available with REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM Model number MRTALP4625DC3 KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE INTENDED FOR USE BY SKILLED PROFESSIONALS READ AND UNDERSTAND BEFORE OPERATING ...

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Page 3: ...ENT 13 TYPICAL APPLICATIONS 14 DISPOSAL OF THE LIFTER 14 OPERATION 15 BEFORE USING THE LIFTER 15 Taking Safety Precautions 15 Selecting a Screen Language 15 Performing Inspections and Tests 16 Checking the 12 Volt Battery 16 Preparing to Use the Remote Control System 17 TO ATTACH THE PADS TO A LOAD 18 Positioning the Lifter on the Load 18 Powering up the Lifter 19 Sealing the Pads on the Load 19 R...

Page 4: ...ility Test 31 Operational Tests 32 Vacuum Test 32 Rated Load Test 33 Remote Control System Test 33 MAINTENANCE 34 VACUUM PAD MAINTENANCE 34 Pad to Load Friction Coefficient 34 Pad Inspection 34 Pad Cleaning 35 TO REPLACE PAD INSERTS IN VPFS625 PADS 36 TO REPLACE SEALING RING IN VPFS10T PADS 38 12 VOLT BATTERY RECHARGE 39 NOTIFICATION BUZZER BATTERY REPLACEMENT 40 INTELLI GRIP DIAGNOSTIC CODES 41 R...

Page 5: ...rature can also affect the lifting capacity A qualified person should evaluate the effective lifting capacity for each use see definition under Rated Load Test Per Pad 150 lbs 68 kg Total 600 lbs 270 kg Power System 12 volts DC 5 5 amps Battery Capacity 18 amp hours Rotation Capability Manual 180 with latching at every 30 of revolution when required Tilt Capability Manual 90 with four bar tilt lin...

Page 6: ...MRTALP4 DC3 35058 Rev 7 4 12 21 4 Note A model MRTALP4 DC3 with standard VPFS625 vacuum pads top and optional VPFS10T vacuum pads bottom is shown SPECIFICATIONS ...

Page 7: ...lifter if the Maximum Load Capacity or any safety label appears to be missing or obscured Make sure the contact surfaces of the load and vacuum pads are clean before attaching the lifter see MAINTENANCE Position the vacuum pads correctly on the load before lifting see OPERATION Positioning the Lifter on the Load Do not lift a load if any vacuum indicator shows inadequate vacuum Keep unauthorized p...

Page 8: ... BUTTON 9 Cover for VACUUM PUMP VACUUM SENSORS 9a AIR FILTERS 9b VACUUM GAUGE 9c VACUUM LIFT LIGHT 9d STROBE LIGHT 10 TILT RELEASE LEVER 11 QUICK CONNECTOR 12 SLIDING MOVABLE PAD MOUNT 13 PAD FRAME T ARM ASSEMBLY 14 VACUUM RESERVE TANKS 15 VACUUM PAD 16 BATTERY CHARGER 17 BATTERY Not shown NOTIFICATION BUZZER Note Although some of the following photos do not show this specific lifter they all illu...

Page 9: ...Note Position the lift point to avoid contact with the pad frame during rotation 4 Suspend the lifter from appropriate hoisting equipment 4 1 Select a crane and or hoist rated for the Maximum Load Capacity plus the Lifter Weight Note Any lifter use must comply with all statutory or regulatory standards for hoisting equipment in your region 4 2 4A 4B 4C Pull the tilt release lever fig 4A to disenga...

Page 10: ...e the hoisting equipment to remove the lifter from the shipping container Avoid damaging the vacuum pads 5A 5C 5B 5D 6A 5 Connect the electrical connectors figs 5A B and figs 5C D and install the 9 volt battery for the notification buzzer as directed in NOTIFICATION BUZZER BATTERY REPLACEMENT 6 Assemble the pad frame for optimal load support see TO ASSEMBLE DISASSEMBLE THE PAD FRAME If applicable ...

Page 11: ...d components in a clean dry location Installing Removing Vacuum Pads Notes Use only 2 vacuum pads on each T arm assembly Pads must be arranged symmetrically to keep the lifter balanced 1 1B 2B Position a sliding movable pad mount on the T arm assembly fig 1B 2 Use the cotterless hitch pin to secure the pad mount fig 2B 3 Install the other pad mounts likewise 4 Connect the vacuum pads to the 2 circ...

Page 12: ... of the quick connector together until they lock fig 1A To disconnect a vacuum hose move the release ring on the female end until the quick connector separates fig 2A 4A 3A Make sure all hoses are connected correctly Green hose to circuit 1 fig 3A and red hose to circuit 2 fig 4A 5A The 2 vacuum gauges are labeled to indicate the related circuits fig 5A Note The gauge face colors do not correspond...

Page 13: ...positions available to accommodate different load dimensions and weight distribution Note These adjustments do not affect the lifter s Maximum Load Capacity Note VPFS10T vacuum pads as shown in the bottom illustrations are available only as a component of the optional T Arm Assembly see 97465HV in REPLACEMENT PARTS ASSEMBLY ...

Page 14: ...ad mount Repeat these steps to position other pad mounts as needed Repositioning T Arm Cross Members When more precise pad alignment is needed eg on contours of insulated panels the cross members of the T arm assemblies can be repositioned as follows 1 1B Remove the bolts fig 1B connecting a cross member 2 Move the cross member to the appropriate position 3 Reinstall the bolts and tighten them sec...

Page 15: ...the allowable thickness at Maximum Load Capacity 4 Note Standard vacuum pads can stain or deform load surfaces with light colors or soft coatings Test such surfaces for damaging effects before using the lifter on them 5 OPERATING ENVIRONMENT Make sure the vacuum lifter is intended for use in each work environment given the following restrictions 1 A single piece of material includes curtainwall as...

Page 16: ...PPLICATIONS 1A 1B 1C Fig 1A On center of roof panel pad frame extensions required Fig 1B On center of horizontally oriented wall panel Fig 1C Above center of vertically oriented wall panel See Positioning the Lifter on the Load DISPOSAL OF THE LIFTER After the Service Life of the vacuum lifter has ended see SPECIFICATIONS dispose of it in compliance with all local codes and applicable regulatory s...

Page 17: ...ards for lifter operation in your region Follow trade association guidelines about precautions needed for each load material Selecting a Screen Language When the lifter is powered up for the first time the Intelli Grip control unit prompts the operator to select a language for the LCD screen Use the buttons as follows To scroll down press the release button To scroll up press the attach button To ...

Page 18: ...ge discontinue lifter use and charge the battery see 12 VOLT BATTERY RECHARGE If battery energy continues to decrease and you try to attach the lifter to a load the notification buzzer will sound continuously and the LCD screen will display Lockout low 12V battery along with a diagnostic code see INTELLI GRIP DIAGNOSTIC CODES In this case you must charge the battery in order to continue using the ...

Page 19: ...the status of the lifter and load prior to lifting Make sure nearby personnel are aware of intended remote control actions Monitor the lifter at all times to make sure it is functioning as intended 1 Be sure the load is lowered and supported correctly before releasing it see following sections Note To prevent any radio transmission press the emergency disconnect button 2 1 The Remote Control Syste...

Page 20: ...fig 1A 1 1B To tilt loads lengthwise from the flat to upright orientation center the pad frame from left to right on the load and position the vacuum pads toward what will be the top end when upright above center fig 1B The load will automatically tilt to the upright position when lifted 2 Make sure all vacuum pads will fit on the load and will be loaded evenly Consult the Per Pad Load Capacity 3 ...

Page 21: ... battery and the buzzer chirps once per minute Replace the battery as needed see NOTIFICATION BUZZER BATTERY REPLACEMENT 1B To use the optional Remote Control System briefly hold the power button fig 1B on the radio transmitter to activate it 1 1C Note When you hold any button on the transmitter the transmission indicator light flashes green if the transmitter is activated Sealing the Pads on the ...

Page 22: ...el is sufficient to lift the maximum load weight fig 1A Red range 16 Hg 54 kPa Vacuum level is not sufficient to lift the maximum load weight fig 1B 2 If it takes more than 5 seconds for the vacuum level to reach 5 Hg 17 kPa on either vacuum gauge press on any vacuum pad that has not yet sealed Once the pads have sealed the lifter should be able to maintain sufficient vacuum for lifting except whe...

Page 23: ... correctly on lifter The tilt linkage minimizes operator effort and automatically holds a balanced load in either the upright or the flat position However an unbalanced load may tilt unexpectedly resulting in load damage or personal injury To minimize these risks make certain before lifting any load that it has appropriate LOAD CHARACTERISTICS and is attached to the vacuum lifter as previously dir...

Page 24: ...ostic code see INTELLI GRIP DIAGNOSTIC CODES 1 Such leaks can cause the battery to be discharged more quickly If the vacuum pump is unable to overcome leakage the notification buzzer sounds continuously the lift light turns off and the LCD screen displays the message INSUFFICIENT VACUUM along with a diagnostic code see INTELLI GRIP DIAGNOSTIC CODES If this happens 1 Stay clear of any suspended loa...

Page 25: ...ttery failure or electrical system failure the notification buzzer will sound continuously Although the vacuum reserve tanks are designed to support the load for at least 5 minutes without power this depends on many factors including the LOAD CHARACTERISTICS and the condition of vacuum pads see VACUUM PAD MAINTENANCE Stay clear of any suspended load during power failure If a power failure occurs k...

Page 26: ...oad oriented in flat position 2 Make sure the load has enough clearance to rotate without contacting anyone or anything 3 Use the control handle circled in fig 3A to keep the load under control at all times Unbalanced loads may rotateunexpectedly when rotation latch is disengaged 4 Pull the rotation release lever fig 4A to disengage the rotation latch and rotate the load as required To stop load m...

Page 27: ... the control handle fig 2A to keep the load under control at all times Unbalanced loads may tilt unexpectedly when tilt latch is disengaged 3 If the pad frame is latched pull the tilt release lever circled in fig 3A to disengage the tilt latch Keep hands and fingers away from tilt linkage 4 Lift upward or press downward on the control handle to tilt the load as desired 1 Note See LOAD CHARACTERIST...

Page 28: ...g may force you to release the handle as the load approaches the flat position In this case use hand cups circled in fig 1A or other appropriate means to control the load Note The pad frame automatically latches when tilted to the vertical position OPERATION ...

Page 29: ...or may be releasing the load 2 Do not move lifter until pads release completely because such movement could result in load damage or personal injury Continue to hold the function and release buttons until the vacuum pads release the load completely Otherwise the vacuum lifter will automatically revert to attach mode 1 After the load is successfully released the lifter activates the Power Save mode...

Page 30: ...ealing rings by making sure each pad rests on spacers 2 Storing the Lifter 1 1B Use the covers supplied to keep the vacuum pads clean fig 1B CE UKCA To prevent the lifter from tipping over on relatively horizontal surfaces place the vacuum pads facedown on a clean smooth flat surface Then lower the lift bar and place a support under the lift point 2 Charge the battery completely and repeat every 6...

Page 31: ...d figs 3C E to prevent battery discharge 4 Store the lifter in a clean dry location Store the battery between 32 and 70 F 0 21 C Avoid storage above 100 F 38 C Transporting the Lifter Secure the lifter in the original shipping container with the original shipping materials or equivalent 3A OPERATION ...

Page 32: ...tire lifter for evidence of looseness excessive wear or excessive corrosion deformation cracks dents to structural or functional components cuts in vacuum pads or hoses any other hazardous conditions Inspect entire electrical system for damage wear or contamination that could be hazardous in compliance with all local codes and regulatory standards Caution Use appropriate cleaning methods for each ...

Page 33: ...pidly and the strobe light flashes 6 Take precautions in case load should fall during test Raise the load a minimal distance to make sure it is supported by the lifter 7 Watch each vacuum gauge Starting from a vacuum level of 16 Hg 54 kPa the lifter must maintain a vacuum level greater than 12 Hg 41 kPa for 5 minutes 3 If not lifting this load requires additional precautions eg a load sling Contac...

Page 34: ...es 4 Take precautions in case load should fall during test Raise the load a minimal distance Then hold the function button and the power button for at least 5 seconds to power down the lifter 2 5 Watch the vacuum gauges The vacuum level should not decrease by more than 4 Hg 14 kPa in 5 minutes 6 Never use lifter that has failed test Lower the load after 5 minutes or whenever a lifter fails the tes...

Page 35: ... Vary the transmitter s direction and distance from the lifter to make sure transmissions are effective 4 If the Remote Control System is not functioning correctly the battery for the radio transmitter may need to be replaced or metal or other electrically conductive surfaces may be causing radio interference Reposition the transmitter to transmit signals effectively If the problem persists vary t...

Page 36: ...ry 2 years or more often when necessary Pad Inspection 1A Inspect each vacuum pad fig 1A according to the INSPECTION SCHEDULE and correct the following faults before using the lifter see REPLACEMENT PARTS when applicable Contaminates on the face item 1 in fig 1A or sealing edges item 2 in fig 1A Filter screen item 3 in fig 1A missing from face Replace any sealing ring or pad insert that has damage...

Page 37: ...Never use rubber conditioners on vacuum pad Many rubber conditioners can leave a hazardous film on pads 2 Prevent liquid from entering the vacuum system through the suction hole on the pad face 3 Wipe the pad face clean using a clean sponge or lint free cloth to apply the cleanser 1 4 Allow the pad to dry completely before using the lifter 1 A brush with bristles that do not harm rubber can help r...

Page 38: ...remove the top plate arrows in fig 1B Note Set aside the removed hardware 1 2 2A 2C 2B Remove the old pad insert fig 2A Then remove the white spacers fig 2B from the old insert and set them aside Note Leave the pad s filter screen 15630 in place fig 2C 3 3A 4A Inspect the edge of the new pad insert to determine which side of the insert s face has the smoother edge circled in fig 3A Note The differ...

Page 39: ...s fig 6A making sure all lock nuts are securely tightened Note The new insert will compress to take on the form of the old one Note Replace worn nuts as needed Additionally you can view a WPG video demonstrating how to replace an insert on a VPFS625 vacuum pad Note If you have only a printed copy of these instructions scan this QR code to access the video MAINTENANCE ...

Page 40: ...sh the sealing ring into the mounting groove beginning in 4 locations as shown circled in fig 3A 4 Push gently and firmly on the outside edge of the sealing ring until the flat side fits flush against the bottom of the mounting groove fig 4A A pad ring installation tool circled in fig 4A makes this step easier see REPLACEMENT PARTS 5 Make sure the sealing ring seats securely in the mounting groove...

Page 41: ...recheck the battery as previously directed 1 You may use a battery charger other than the one supplied provided it is designed for 12 volt DC AGM type lead acid batteries Disconnect the battery from the vacuum generating system before charging 2 To maximize the battery s lifespan charge it promptly after each use 3 Any external power supply must conform to all applicable local codes The lifter is ...

Page 42: ... the buzzer battery holder by pressing inward and sideward in the direction marked on the holder 3 3A Slide the battery tray out fig 3A 4 Install a new 9 volt battery according to the polarity markings 5 Slide the battery tray back into position 6 Power up the lifter again to test the new battery MAINTENANCE ...

Page 43: ...n be activated in error if battery charger is plugged into power source while lifter is powered up If so power down lifter disconnect charger from power source and power up again If code persists check battery condition as directed above B03 Charge 12V battery soon 1 chirp per minute none Charge 12 volt battery see 12 VOLT BATTERY RECHARGE B09 Replace 9V battery 1 chirp per minute none Replace 9V ...

Page 44: ...04 Failed to turn controls power off 1 chirp every 2 seconds none Remove 9V battery Disconnect connector between 12V battery and vacuum generating system Charge battery completely see 12 VOLT BATTERY RECHARGE Then reconnect battery and try to power down again If code persists disconnect connector Service is required N05 Unable to turn module power on 1 chirp every 2 seconds none Charge 12V battery...

Page 45: ...running and try again V000 INSUFFICIENT VACUUM continuous on Immediately lower load onto stable support until adequate vacuum can be obtained Check load and vacuum pads for damage Consult relevant topics in ASSEMBLY OPERATION INSPECTIONS AND TESTS and MAINTENANCE V001 V002 V003 V004 INSUFFICIENT VACUUM indicates relevant vacuum circuit continuous on Immediately lower load onto stable support until...

Page 46: ...nnectors are attached correctly V050 DANGER INSUFFICIENT VACUUM continuous on Vacuum levels in BOTH circuits are insufficient for lifting Keep everyone away from suspended load until it can be safely lowered to a stable support Service is required V081 V082 V083 V084 Sensor error low indicates relevant vacuum circuit continuous in attach mode none Vacuum sensor malfunction in vacuum circuit indica...

Page 47: ...AM Quick Connector 1 8 FNPT Female End w Fittings 8 54107 Movable Pad Mount 2 Tubing Size for optional VPFS10T pads 4 54384NC Power Lead 1 53124 Pad Fitting Elbow 5 32 ID Long Stem for optional VPFS10T pads 4 49726 Pad Insert Model VIFS625 6 x 25 15 cm x 64 cm for VPFS625 pads 4 49724TT Sealing Ring Model VIFS10T2 Closed Cell Foam for optional VPFS10T pads 4 49724RT Sealing Ring Model VIFS10T3 Hea...

Page 48: ...l wear and tear and or the product has been damaged misused or neglected If a problem is not covered under warranty WPG will notify the customer of costs prior to repair If the customer agrees to pay all repair costs and to receive the repaired product on a C O D basis then WPG will proceed with repairs TO OBTAIN REPAIRS OR WARRANTY SERVICE For purchases in North America Contact the WPG Technical ...

Page 49: ...TECHNICAL PROFESSIONALS READ AND UNDERSTAND BEFORE ROUTING WIRING AND OR ASSEMBLING LOW PROFILE MANUAL ROTATOR TILTER 600 DC VOLTAGE WITH INTELLI GRIP TECHNOLOGY Model numbers MRTALP4625DC3 MRTALP4 DC3 908 W Main P O Box 368 Laurel MT USA 59044 800 548 7341 phone 406 628 8231 phone 406 628 8354 fax www WPG com ...

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