Amkus GH2S2XLNT Guide

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DANGER Understand manual before use. Operating AMKUS Rescue Systems without understanding
the manual, receiving proper training, and using appropriate personal protective equipment is
a misuse of AMKUS equipment. This manual does not fully address safety. Additional safety
information is published in AMKUS Safety Manual LAA-001. Obtain safety information at
www.amkus.com/
GH2S2XLNT Power Unit
User Information Manual
AMKUS RESCUE SYSTEMS
www.amkus.com 4201 Montdale Drive, Valparaiso, IN 46383-4098 USA
800-592-6587 • 219-548-5000 • Fax [phone]
Thank you for choosing AMKUS Rescue Systems. Read this User
Information Manual thoroughly. If you have any questions, please
contact your local dealer or AMKUS Rescue Systems.
Please complete the tool registration form included with your
equipment and return it to AMKUS Rescue Systems. You may also
register your equipment on-line at www.amkus.com.
The serial number for your power unit is identifi ed on the product
label which is located on the yellow hydraulic fl uid reservoir. Please
have the serial number available if you need to contact your local
dealer or AMKUS Rescue Systems.
Certified Model NFPA 1936
2015 Edition
EN13204 Designation: ATO
DANGER
PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY CODE
The member companies of FEMSA that provide emergency response
equipment and services want responders to know and understand the
following:
1. Firefi ghting and Emergency Response are inherently dangerous activities
requiring proper training in their hazards and the use of extreme caution
at all times.
2. It is your responsibility to read and understand any user’s instructions,
including purpose and limitations, provided with any piece of equipment
you may be called upon to use.
3. It is your responsibility to know that you have been properly trained in
Firefi ghting and /or Emergency Response and in the use, precautions, and
care of any equipment you may be called upon to use.
4. It is your responsibility to be in proper physical condition and to maintain
the personal skill level required to operate any equipment you may be
called upon to use.
5. It is your responsibility to know that your equipment is in operable
condition and has been maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
6. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in death, burns or other
severe injury.
FEMSA
Fire and Emergency Manufacturers and Service Association
P.O. Box 147, Lynnfi eld, MA 01940 • www.FEMSA.org

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1.0 MEANING OF SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS
A safety related message is identifi ed by a safety alert symbol and a signal word to indicate the level of risk involved with a particular
hazard. Per ANSI standard Z535.6-2011, the defi nitions of the four signal words are as follows:
DANGER DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor
or moderate injury.
NOTICE NOTICE is used to address practices not related to physical injury.

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2.0 SPECIFICATIONS
DECLARED DUAL-NUMBER NOISE EMISSION VALUES in accordance with EN ISO 4871
Measured A-weighted emission sound pressure level, LpA (ref. 20μPa), in decibels: 88.6
Uncertainty, KpA, in decibels: 1.5
Measured A-weighted sound power level, LWA (ref. 1 pW), in decibels: 100.5
Uncertainty, KWA, in decibels: 1.5
Values determined according to Annex B of EN 13204 using the basic standards
EN ISO 3744 and EN ISO 11201.
NOTICE The sum of a measured noise emission value and its associated uncertainty represents an upper
bound of the range of values which can occur in measurements.
Length 20.5” (521mm)
Width (with one hose loop, standard) 18.8” (478mm)
Width (with no hose loop) 16.0” (407mm)
Height 19.5” (495mm)
Weight (ready to use)
(Includes gas, engine oil, hydraulic fl uid,
couplings and one hose loop)
111.7 lbs (50.7kg)
Weight (ready to use)
(Includes gas, engine oil, hydraulic fl uid,
couplings and no hose loop)
108.2 lbs (49.1kg)
Rated Output Pressure 10,500 psi (724 bar)
Fluid Type AMKUS MV-1 Mineral Based Hydraulic Fluid
(for equipment stored and operated in environments below
freezing, use AMKUS MV-0 Mineral Based Hydraulic Fluid)
Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir Capacity 2.0 gal US (7.6 I)
Usable Hydraulic Fluid Capacity 1.45 gal US (5.5 I)
Maximum Angle Of Inclination 20 degrees from horizontal
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for AMKUS MV1 Hydraulic Fluid is available
at AMKUS.com and CHEMTREC.com
3.0 SAFETY
It is the responsibility of the user to insure that appropriate protective clothing and equipment are used to provide protection from
those hazards to which personnel are exposed or could be exposed while working with this product.
CAUTION Always wear appropriate apparel.
AMKUS equipment is manufactured with superior craftsmanship and quality that is backed by a factory warranty. AMKUS cannot
control how other manufacturers of rescue tools rate, test and warranty their equipment. Therefore, we do not recommend that tools
other than AMKUS be connected to our equipment. Mixing AMKUS equipment with another manufacturer’s equipment may cause
operational problems, equipment failure or warranty claims to be denied.
CAUTION Use only AMKUS supplied mineral base hydraulic fl uid in all AMKUS equipment.
4.0 TRAINING
This product is designed to be used by emergency services personnel to facilitate the extrication of victims from entrapment. Its use
should be limited to trained personnel only. All personnel using this equipment are assumed to have completed a course of instruction
acknowledged as being educationally sound by the local authority having jurisdiction over such training. This document contains
basic operating and maintenance instructions only.
CAUTION Read and understand the engine owner’s manual before operating the engine! Failure to do so
could result in personal injury or equipment damage!

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5.0 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE FOR GASOLINE ENGINE
Follow the maintenance guidelines in the engine owner’s manual.
5.1 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE FOR HYDRAULIC PUMP
Normally, you will have a maintenance agreement for your system with your local dealer. However, if you have decided to service the
equipment yourself, please review the following instructions carefully.
Change hydraulic fl uid after each 20 hours of tool operation (approximately every 2 years). If you suspect your hydraulic fl uid has
been contaminated in any way, contact your local dealer or AMKUS, Inc.
To change the hydraulic fl uid, remove the hydraulic fl uid reservoir fi ll plug/vent cap. Place the unit over a drain pan; unscrew and
remove the drain plug. Be careful not to lose it! Allow the hydraulic fl uid to drain. Clean and replace the drain plug. Fill the hydraulic
fl uid reservoir with new AMKUS mineral base hydraulic fl uid. Replace the fi ll plug/vent cap.
Connect the male and female couplings on each of the hydraulic hose line sets, creating a loop. Follow the operating instructions
in the engine owner’s manual for starting the engine. Then operate the engine at full speed. To purge air from the hydraulic hoses,
charge each hose line by moving the knob on the corresponding selector valve to the pressure position (in line with the selected
hose line) and allow the fl uid to circulate through each hose line for at least one minute. Move each selector valve back to the neutral
position. Check the level of the hydraulic fl uid in the sight gauge. Add more fl uid if necessary. DO NOT OVERFILL.
Uncouple the male and female couplings on each hydraulic hose line set to open the loop that was created earlier.
Check the pressure output of the power unit at each hose line by connecting a pressure gauge to the pressure line (the male
coupling). Move the selector valve to charge the line to which the gauge is connected. The nominal pressure of the system is 10,500
psi. The pressure reading you receive should be between 10,000 psi and 11,000 psi. If you have a reading outside of that range,
contact your local dealer or AMKUS, Inc. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ADJUST THE PRESSURE RELIEF SETTING!
5.2 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE FOR HOSES
After each use, hoses should be wiped clean with a light cleaning solvent such as Simple Green®. Inspect hoses for damage to the
rubber outer cover. Damage which exposes the wire braided reinforcement subjects the wire to corrosion and may weaken the hose.
Damaged hoses should be replaced.
5.3 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE FOR COUPLINGS
WARNING Damaged couplings should be replaced immediately. Damaged damaged could cause hydraulic
fl uid to escape under high pressure. Contact with escaping hydraulic fl uid under pressure could
result in serious injury or death. Loss of hydraulic pressure prevents the rescue tool from operating
properly and may result in serious injury or death.
Couplings should be kept free of dirt and contaminants. They may be most easily cleaned by immersing in, or scrubbing with, a
petroleum based solvent such as SAFE-SOL® 140. Couplings should then be lubricated with a non-water based lubricant such
as WD-40®. The rubber dust caps which are provided with the tools should also be cleaned periodically. Be aware that while the
couplings may be clean, the dust caps will accumulate dirt during use. Do not cover a clean coupling with a dirty dust cap.
5.4 MAINTENANCE RECORDS
It is a user’s responsibility to keep maintenance records for each component of the rescue system. Maintenance shall be performed
in accordance with the recommendations as outlined in this manual.
5.5 GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
This product is designed to be used by emergency services personnel to facilitate the extrication of victims from entrapment. Its use
should be limited to trained personnel only. All personnel using this equipment are assumed to have completed a course of instruction
acknowledged as being educationally sound by the local authority having jurisdiction over such training. This document contains
basic operating and maintenance instructions only.

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6.0 SET-UP PROCEDURE
AMKUS equipment is manufactured with superior craftsmanship and quality backed by a factory warranty.
NOTICE Only use AMKUS tools with AMKUS equipment. Mixing AMKUS tools with another manufacturer’s
equipment may cause operational problems, equipment failure, or denial of warranty claims.
NOTICE Only use AMKUS MV1 hydraulic fl uid in AMKUS equipment. Using another manufacturer’s
hydraulic fl uid in AMKUS equipment may cause operational problems, equipment failure, or
denial of warranty claims.
Normally, AMKUS equipment is prepared and serviced by your dealer prior to delivery. If, however, you have decided to place the
equipment into service yourself, please review the following instructions carefully.
1. Remove equipment from the packing cartons and carefully inspect for damage. Damage that occurs during shipment should be
reported immediately to the carrier.
2. The model G100 Honda® engine that powers your unit is shipped without engine oil. Fill the engine crankcase with he proper oil
as specifi ed in the engine owner’s manual.
3. Next, remove the hydraulic fl uid reservoir fi ll plug/vent cap. Fill the hydraulic fl uid reservoir with approximately 2.0 gallons U.S. (7.6
liters) of AMKUS mineral base hydraulic fl uid. The fl uid should reach a level that fi lls approximately 1/2 of the sight gauge window.
Replace the fi ll plug/vent cap..
4. Following the instructions in the engine owner’s manual, fi ll the engine fuel tank with the specifi ed fuel. Avoid getting dirt or water
in the fuel tank. Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixture.
5. This power unit may be supplied either with hydraulic hoses attached (pump hoses) or with couplings that require extension hoses.
If your unit is equipped with couplings, attach the extension hoses to the couplings on the power unit. In either case, connect the
male and female couplings on each of the hydraulic hose line sets, creating a loop.
6. Follow the operating instructions in the engine owner’s manual for starting the engine. Then operate the engine at full speed.
7. To purge air from the hydraulic hoses, charge each hose line by moving the knob on the corresponding selector valve to the
pressure position (in line with the selected hose line) and allow the fl uid to circulate through each hose line for at least one minute.
Move each selector valve back to the neutral position.
8. Check the level of the hydraulic fl uid in the sight gauge. Add more fl uid if necessary. DO NOT OVERFILL.
9. Uncouple the male and female couplings on each hydraulic hose line set to open the loop that was created earlier. The power unit
is now ready to use.
7.0 GETTING STARTED
1. Connect the tool connection hoses to the hose lines from the AMKUS hydraulic power unit. Please note that the male and female
couplings on the hose lines leading from the power unit should be connected to the corresponding male and female couplings on
the tool connection hoses. To connect the couplings, twist the sleeve on the female coupling so that the notch in the sleeve lines
up with the pin. Push the sleeve back so the pin fi ts into the notch. While holding the sleeve back, push the male coupling into the
female coupling. Release the sleeve; it will spring forward into place. Twist the sleeve ¼ turn so that the pin no longer lines up with
the notch. Pull on the couplings to check that they are securely connected.
2. Check the engine oil, engine fuel and hydraulic fl uid levels. Add as appropriate.

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8.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Following the instructions in the engine owner’s manual, start the engine. Operate the engine at full speed for maximum rescue tool
speed and performance. Use the idle position only when the rescue tools are not being operated.
The GH2S2-XLNT is a simultaneous operation power unit. This means that two tools can be connected simultaneously and operated
either independently or simultaneously.
In order to operate a tool that is connected to the power unit, the appropriate hose line must be charged by moving the knob on the
corresponding selector valve to the pressure position (in line with the hose line to which the tool is connected). The selected tool is
now operational.
To stop the fl ow of hydraulic fl uid to each hose line, move the knob of the corresponding selector valve to the neutral position
(perpendicular to the hose line). The selector valve should be in the neutral position when you are fi nished with an operation or
anytime you wish to stop the fl ow of hydraulic fl uid.
When you have fi nished operations, follow the instructions in the engine owner’s manual to stop the engine.
NOTICE The minimum safe bend radius of the hoses is 4 inches (101.6 mm).
When you have fi nished operations, follow the instructions in the engine owner’s manual to stop the engine.
9.0 PART IDENTIFICATION
Fuel Cap
Selector Valve
Knobs
Fill Plug / Vent Cap
Drain Plug
Hydrolic
Fuel Reservoir
Engine Oil
Fill Cap

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10.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
Any problem not resolved by these suggestions may require you to contact your local dealer or AMKUS, Inc. for further guidance.
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Engine will not start or poor engine performance Check owner’s manual troubleshooting guide.
Rescue tool lacks power or speed Check hydraulic fl uid level in power unit reservoir.
Fluid leaks at fi ttings or hoses Check tightness of hose fi ttings.
Replace damaged hoses.
Tools do not operate Check to see that the power unit is running.
Check to see that the line is charged.

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AMKUS RESCUE SYSTEMS
www.amkus.com 4201 Montdale Drive, Valparaiso, IN 46383-4098 USA
800-592-6587 • 219-548-5000 • Fax [phone]
11.0 GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1. Always store the tool in a clean dry space.
2. Never store a tools or power unit hoses under pressure.
After each use:
1. Check to see that important tool markings are legible.
Contact your local dealer or AMKUS Rescue Systems for replacement labels.
2. Wipe tool, hoses, fi ttings and couplings clean (see routine maintenance for hoses and couplings).
3. Inspect the poser unit, hoses, fi ttings and couplings after each use for damage, leakage and excessive wear.
4. If damage or excessive wear is noticed, do not use the power unit; contact your local dealer or AMKUS Rescue Systems.
12.0 PARTS, SERVICE AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Parts, service and technical information may be obtained from your local AMKUS dealer, or by contacting AMKUS Rescue Systems.
AMKUS, Inc. is an ISO 9001
registered company.
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