WPG MTA211LAC, Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...RUCTIONS 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 KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE QUADRA TILTLIFTER WITH FIXED 2 PAD FRAME AC VOLTAGE Mod...

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Page 3: ...11 Positioning the Lifter on the Load 11 Reading the Vacuum Gauge 12 TO LIFT AND MOVE THE LOAD 13 About the Tilt Linkage 13 Interpreting the Vacuum Gauge 14 Monitoring the Vacuum Gauge 14 Controlling...

Page 4: ...Rated Load Test 23 MAINTENANCE 24 VACUUM PAD MAINTENANCE 24 Pad to Load Friction Coefficient 24 Pad Inspection 24 Pad Cleaning 25 REPLACEMENT PARTS 26 LIMITED WARRANTY 27 TO OBTAIN REPAIRS OR WARRANTY...

Page 5: ...ctive lifting capacity for each use see definition under Rated Load Test Per pad 125 lbs 57 5 kg Total 250 lbs 115 kg Per pad 150 lbs 68 kg Total 300 lbs 135 kg Per pad 180 lbs 82 5 kg Total 360 lbs 1...

Page 6: ...ter 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...

Page 7: ...UMP 6 AIR FILTER 7 PAD FRAME 8 VACUUM RELEASE BUTTON 9 CONTROL HANDLES 10 POWER SWITCH Note A standard MTA2HV11AC is shown Although some of the following photos do not show this specific lifter they a...

Page 8: ...during operation 2 3 2A 2B Insert the power cable s male connector into the female connector and twist to secure them together fig 2A B 3 Suspend the lifter from appropriate hoisting equipment 3 1 Sel...

Page 9: ...7 3 4 Use the hoisting equipment to remove the lifter from the shipping container Avoid damaging the vacuum pads 4 4A Remove the pad covers fig 4A and save them for future use 5 Perform tests as requ...

Page 10: ...andard 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 7 1 Although concave vacuum pads can als...

Page 11: ...ures 1 2 The lifter is not designed to be watertight Moisture can result in reduced lifting capacity Do not use it in rain or other unsuitable conditions CE UKCA A secondary positive holding device is...

Page 12: ...gulatory standards for lifter operation in your region Follow trade association guidelines about precautions needed for each load material Performing Inspections and Tests Follow the INSPECTION SCHEDU...

Page 13: ...during lifter operation could result in a load release and personal injury see In Case of a Power Failure Positioning the Lifter on the Load 1 1A Make sure the contact surfaces of the load and vacuum...

Page 14: ...s not sufficient to lift the maximum load weight fig 1C If it takes more than 5 seconds for the vacuum level to reach 5 Hg 17 kPa press on any vacuum pad that has not yet sealed Once the pads have sea...

Page 15: ...he 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 o...

Page 16: ...lift Make sure vacuum gauge remain completely visible The vacuum pump runs continuously to maintain sufficient vacuum for lifting the maximum load weight However if the vacuum gauge shows a level less...

Page 17: ...um reserve tank helps maintain vacuum temporarily in the event of a power failure Although the lifter is designed to support the load for at least 5 minutes without power this depends on many factors...

Page 18: ...g anyone or anything Use the control handles to keep the load under control at all times 3 3A Lift upward or press downward on the tilt control handle to tilt the load as desired fig 3A 1 Note See LOA...

Page 19: ...AC 35098 17 A load with overhang may force you to release the control handle as the load approaches the flat position In this case use a hand cup circled in fig 3B or other appropriate means to contr...

Page 20: ...njury Continue to hold the release button until the vacuum pads release the load completely Otherwise the lifter will automatically reattach 3 Before you lift another load perform the Every Lift Inspe...

Page 21: ...o 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...

Page 22: ...ssive 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 damag...

Page 23: ...place the power switch in the off position 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 the vacuum gauge...

Page 24: ...viously directed 4 Take precautions in case load should fall during test After the vacuum level appears in the green range on the vacuum gauge raise the load a minimal distance and place the power swi...

Page 25: ...ed for 2 minutes 5 Once the test is completed lower the load for release as previously directed 6 Never use lifter that has failed test Inspect the lifter for any stress damage and repair or replace c...

Page 26: ...pads Replace pads every 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 lif...

Page 27: ...use rubber conditioners on vacuum pad Many rubber conditioners can leave a hazardous film on vacuum pads 2 Prevent liquid from entering the vacuum system through the suction hole on the pad face 3 Wip...

Page 28: ...d 2 49506TA Vacuum Pad Model VPFS9 9 23 cm Dia 2 49122 End Plug 2 x 2 x 1 4 Tubing Size 5 29353 Pad Cover 2 15632 Pad Filter Screen Small for VPFS9 pad 2 15630 Pad Filter Screen Large for HV11 G3370 p...

Page 29: ...ear 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...

Page 30: ...SKILLED TECHNICAL PROFESSIONALS READ AND UNDERSTAND BEFORE ROUTING WIRING AND OR ASSEMBLING Model numbers MTA29AC MTA2HV11AC MTA211LAC QUADRA TILT LIFTER WITH FIXED 2 PAD FRAME AC VOLTAGE 908 W Main P...

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