Beta Max MAXIAL TRACK HOIST User guide


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BEFORE OPERATING, INSTALLATION, OR
CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE ON THE UNIT IT IS
IMPORTANT TO READ AND UNDERSTAND THE
INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL.
This manual is to be used only if the serial or model shown in the manual corresponds
with the identification information shown on the machine. If they do not correspond,
contact your local BETA MAX retailer or agent.
DANGER
The machine must not be used when the instruction manual is missing or not
readily available for consultation. A copy of this manual must always be at hand
and available to the operators. Improper use of the machine may cause great
danger to people or damage other people’s property.

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Model: MAXIAL TRACK HOIST
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION..............................................................................1-1
1.1 USE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION MANUAL.............................................................1-1
1.1.1 The importance of the manual...............................................................................................1-1
1.1.2 Conserving the manual .........................................................................................................1-2
1.1.3 Consulting the manual ..........................................................................................................1-2
1.2 PURPOSE OF THE USE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION MANUAL.............................1-3
1.3 UPDATES OF THE MANUAL..................................................................................................1-5
1.4 Definitions...............................................................................................................................1-5
1.5 PREREQUISITES FOR THE MACHINE USER........................................................................1-6
1.5.1 Use and maintenance training...............................................................................................1-6
1.5.2 The user’s responsibility........................................................................................................1-6
1.5.3 Training on the particular model of machine..........................................................................1-6
1.6 PREREQUISITES FOR THE ASSIGNED OPERATOR............................................................1-7
1.6.1 Preparatory information.........................................................................................................1-7
1.6.2 Operators training .................................................................................................................1-7
2.
GENERAL INFORMATION
................................................................2-1
2.1 IDENTIFICATION DATA OF THE MANUFACTURER AND THE MACHINE...........................2-1
2.2 MACHINE INDENTIFICATION PLATE ....................................................................................2-1
2.3 IDENTIFICATION SIGN ...........................................................................................................2-2
3.
MACHINE INFORMATION
.................................................................3-1
3.1 PREFACE ................................................................................................................................3-1
3.2
MACHINE LAYOUT
............................................................................................................3-2
3.3 DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE..........................................................................................3-3
3.3.1 Track components.................................................................................................................3-4
3.3.1.1 Base Feet..........................................................................................................................3-4
3.3.1.2 Kwik Bolts..........................................................................................................................3-4
3.3.1.3 Scaff-Clamps.....................................................................................................................3-4
3.3.1.4 Ladder Track.....................................................................................................................3-5
3.3.1.5 Univerisal Carriage............................................................................................................3-6

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3.3.1.6 Sliding Head......................................................................................................................3-7
3.3.1.7 Moveable Carriage Stops..................................................................................................3-8
3.3.1.8 Carrier Baskets..................................................................................................................3-9
3.3.2 Hoist components...............................................................................................................3-10
3.3.2.1 Motor pack.......................................................................................................................3-10
3.3.2.2 Electrical equipment........................................................................................................3-10
3.4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF THE MACHINE.............................................................3-11
3.4.1
General data
........................................................................................................................3-11
3.4.2 Wire rope specifications......................................................................................................3-11
3.4.3 Electrical specifications of the machine...............................................................................3-11
3.4.4 Technical specifications of electric motor............................................................................3-12
3.4.5 External dimensions and weight..........................................................................................3-12
3.4.6 Internal dimensions and capacity........................................................................................3-13
3.4.7 Safety equipment................................................................................................................3-13
3.4.8 Forces on scaffold...............................................................................................................3-14
3.4.9 Electrical.............................................................................................................................3-15
3.4.9.1 Understandingelectricity..................................................................................................3-15
3.4.9.2 Maxial Track Hoist electricity ...........................................................................................3-17
3.5 INTENDED USE.....................................................................................................................3-18
3.6 NORMAL CONDITIONS OF STORAGE ................................................................................3-18
3.7 STORAGE CONDITIONS WITH TEMPERATURES REACHING A MINIMUM OF 14°F........3-18
3.8 STORAGE CONDITIONS WITH TEMPERATURES LOWER THAN 14°F.............................3-19
3.9 AMBIENT WORKING CONDITIONS .....................................................................................3-19
4. HANDLING AND TRANSPORTATION ...............................................4-1
4.1 INTRODUCTION AND PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS............................................................4-1
4.2 TRANSPORTATION................................................................................................................4-2
4.3 HANDLING ..............................................................................................................................4-3
4.4 LOADING AND UNLOADING..................................................................................................4-4
5.
INSTALLATION
...............................................................................5-1
5.1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................5-1
5.2 INSTALLATION DATA SHEET................................................................................................5-2

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5.3 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE................................................................................................5-3
5.4 RAISING THE SLIDING HEAD..............................................................................................5-10
5.5 TEST AND VERIFICATION DATA SHEET OF THE MACHINE’S COMPONENTS ...............5-12
6. COMMAND AND CONTROL DEVICES ..............................................6-1
6.1 GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMMAND DEVICES ...........................................................6-1
6.2 COMMANDS ON THE HANDHELD CONTROL PENDANT ....................................................6-1
6.2.1 STOP button.........................................................................................................................6-1
6.2.2 UP pushbutton......................................................................................................................6-1
6.2.3 DOWN pushbutton................................................................................................................6-2
6.2.4 START/ENGAGE pushbutton ...............................................................................................6-2
7. SAFETY REGULATIONS ..................................................................7-1
7.1 MOVABLE GUARDS ...............................................................................................................7-1
7.2 SAFETY EQUIPMENT.............................................................................................................7-2
7.2.1 Mechanical safety equipment................................................................................................7-2
7.2.1.1 Silent block shock absorbers.............................................................................................7-2
7.2.1.2 Pawl style safety device.....................................................................................................7-2
7.2.2 Electo-mechanical safety equipment.....................................................................................7-3
7.2.2.1 Slack rope assembly .........................................................................................................7-3
7.2.3 Electrical safety equipment ...................................................................................................7-3
7.2.3.1 Stop pushbutton ................................................................................................................7-3
7.2.3.2 Switch for upward travel ....................................................................................................7-3
7.3 LIST OF PLATES FOUND ON THE MACHINE .......................................................................7-4
7.4 FUNDAMENTAL SAFETY REGULATIONS ............................................................................7-5
7.4.1 General safety regulations ....................................................................................................7-5
7.4.2 Local safety regulations ........................................................................................................7-5
7.4.3 Environmental conditions......................................................................................................7-5
7.4.4 Pre-installation requirements.................................................................................................7-6
7.4.5 Individual protection gear regulations....................................................................................7-6
7.4.6 Regulations pertaining to electricity.......................................................................................7-6
7.4.7 Regulations pertaining to spare parts....................................................................................7-6
7.5 REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO MAXIMUM LOADS ...........................................................7-7

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7.6 RESIDUAL RISKS ...................................................................................................................7-8
7.6.1 Risks arising from operating with configurations not provided for by the manufacturer..........7-8
7.6.2 Risks arising from an incorrect positioning of the machine....................................................7-9
7.6.3 Shearing risk deriving from the machine proximity to obstacles.............................................7-9
7.6.4 Risks arising from transporting the machine........................................................................7-10
7.6.5 Risks arising from incorrect assembly on the ground ..........................................................7-11
7.6.6 Risks arising from incorrect over ground assembly .............................................................7-12
7.6.7 Risks arising from functional verification of the machine .....................................................7-13
7.6.8 Risks arising from the machine’s normal operation .............................................................7-13
7.6.9 Risks arising from handling the machine at the construction site.........................................7-14
7.6.10 Risks arising from disassembling the machine ................................................................7-14
8. PREPARATION FOR MACHINE USE .................................................8-1
8.1 SAFETY REQUIREMENT BEFORE HANDLING THE MACHINE ...........................................8-1
8.2 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS DURING MACHINE OPERATION ...............................................8-2
8.3 SAFETY VERIFICATION INSTRUCTIONS..............................................................................8-2
8.3.1 General verification of the machine.......................................................................................8-2
8.3.2 Electrical verification of the machine.....................................................................................8-3
8.3.3 Verification of the machine’s motion......................................................................................8-3
8.3.4 Daily verification prior to operating the machine....................................................................8-4
8.4 OPERATING THE MACHINE...................................................................................................8-5
8.5 SHUTTING DOWN THE MACHINE AT THE END OF A WORK SHIFT...................................8-5
8.6 SHUTTING DOWN THE MACHINE FOR LONG PERIODS.....................................................8-5
9. TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................9-1
9.1 THE MACHINE DOES NOT START ........................................................................................9-1
9.2 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDES...............................................................................................9-1
10. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ......................................................10-1
10.1 GENERAL MAINTENANCE...................................................................................................10-1
10.2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.................................................................................................10-2
10.2.1 General maintenance (Daily)...........................................................................................10-3
10.2.2 General maintenance (Monthly).......................................................................................10-4
10.2.3 General maintenance (Annually) .....................................................................................10-4

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10.3 FUNDAMENTAL MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS.................................................................10-5
10.3.1 Ladder track sections ......................................................................................................10-6
10.3.2 Sliding Head....................................................................................................................10-6
10.3.3 Universal Carriage...........................................................................................................10-7
10.3.4 Wire rope cable ...............................................................................................................10-8
10.3.4.1 Removing the wire rope cable .........................................................................................10-8
10.3.4.2 Installing wire rope cable.................................................................................................10-8
10.3.5 Transmission and drum...................................................................................................10-9
10.3.5.1 Transmission annual inspection.......................................................................................10-9
10.3.6 Motor and brake ............................................................................................................10-10
10.3.6.1 Adjusting Brake tension.................................................................................................10-11
10.3.6.2 Adjusting the Air Gap.....................................................................................................10-12
10.3.7 Slack Rope Assembly....................................................................................................10-14
10.3.8 Overweight limit switch..................................................................................................10-15
10.3.8.1 Adjusing the Overweight Limit Switch............................................................................10-15
10.4 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ............................................................................10-17
10.4.1 Location of limit switches...............................................................................................10-17
10.5 TECHNICAL SUPPORT.......................................................................................................10-18
11. WARRANTY ................................................................................11-1
11.1 WARRANTY ..........................................................................................................................11-1
Appendix A ............................................................................................ A..
Appendix B ............................................................................................ B..
Appendix C ............................................................................................ C..
Appendix D ............................................................................................ D..
Appendix E ............................................................................................ E..
Appendix F .............................................................................................F..
Appendix G............................................................................................ G..

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INTRODUCTION
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1. INTRODUCTION
In 1990, Beta Max introduced a portable track hoist system or ladder hoist, as it is sometimes
called because of its ladder-like appearance. This product is being employed by
scaffolding companies, utilities, processing plants, and a variety of commercial
companies. Applications range from boiler repair, building construction and
maintenance, to temporary lifting requirements within industrial environments. The Maxial
Track Hoist provides a safer and more productive way to erect and dismantle scaffolding, a
more cost-effective material lifting solution on long-term construction jobs, and a flexible
material handling system for a variety of interior and exterior settings.
Beta Max products provide more value and flexibility for most low-end lift applications
than heavy lifting equipment, and are safer and more productive than the “human chain”
manual method typically used in the erection of scaffolding. The Maxial Track Hoist requires
no tools to assemble.
The Maxial Track Hoist is typically mounted in a vertical position when used with
scaffolding. The hoist may be erected on the outside of the scaffold for easy access to the lift
equipment or within the scaffolding bay to facilitate offloading of the carrier at elevated
locations.
1.1 USE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION MANUAL
1.1.1 The importance of the manual
Thank you for choosing the Maxial Track Hoist. The intended purpose of this manual is to
inform, guide, and educate the owner/operator on the safe operation and maintenance of
the Maxial Track Hoist. This manual applies to two models of Maxial Track Hoist (standard
and narrow) and will note model-specific topics where applicable.
All Maxial Track Hoists will meet or exceed ANSI, CSA, and OSHA specifications.
Beta Max, Inc. reserves the right to make design changes at any time, and the information
contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. Beta Max, Inc. is not liable for
errors in this manual or for any incidental/consequential damages that may result from the
use of the material in this manual.

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1.1.2 Conserving the manual
The manual must be carefully kept away from humidity and heat and it is to be used in such a
way so as not to damage the content or alter the format.
For no reason whatsoever, do not remove, tear or rewrite any parts of the manual.
1.1.3 Consulting the manual
The manual is essentially divided into the following:
•indentification page or “OVERVIEW” showing the version of the manual and the date
of issue
•index by subject
•instructions and/or notes
•enclosure
This manual contains safety instructions used to identify certain areas, tasks, or conditions
that require special attention.
NOTE: these instructions provide useful additional information, but they are
never used to communicate safety hazards
CAUTION: these instructions specify which actions are to be done, not to be
done, or particular precautions which are to be taken before
operating the machine in order not to cause damage to the
machine
DANGER: these instructions specify which actions are to be done, not to be
done, or particular precautions which are to be taken before
operating the machine in order not to cause severe injury or death
NOTE
The manual must be carefully read and understood by the various operators
before carrying out their duties and responsibilities when handling the machine.

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The istruction manual for the use and maintenance of the machine is intended for:
•the machine owner;
•the owner;
•the site manager where the machine is installed and used;
•assigned staff for assembling and disassembling the machine;
•the maintenance staff;
•the operators;
•the people in charge of its displacement.
It is mandatory for the instruction manual to be read before handling, installing, using,
carrying out any maintenance or shutting down the machine; therefore, it is necessary to
keep this manual intact over time by conserving it in a safe place and making copies for
frequent use.
Handling, installing, using, carrying out maintenance or shutting down the machine may
constitute a danger if not carried out according to the requirements of this manual or without
due caution and attention, which such actions require.
1.2 PURPOSE OF THE USE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION MANUAL
This manual provides the necessary information for the proper use of the machine, allowing
you to carry out the following operations:
•INSTALLATION
•OPERATION
•MAINTENANCE
•SHUTTING DOWN
NOTE
If the warnings and suggestions presented in this manual, regarding the above
mentioned operations, are not complied with, BETA MAX cannot be held
responsible for the safety, reliability and performance of the machine.
NOTE
Failure to meet the requirments stipulated in this manual relieves the
Manufacturer from responsibility, or any incidents pertaining to such
negligence.

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Moreover, it is to be noted that in any of the instances listed below:
•improper use of the machine
•untrained staff using the machine
•total or partial non-compliance with the instructions contained in this manual
•non-compliance with national regulatory specifications pertaining to safety at work
•installed incorrectly or with configurations that are not permitted
•defects in power supply
•non-compliance with the instructions concerning the scheduled maintenance
operations
•unauthorized modifications or interventions carried out on the machine
•use of spare parts other than those provided by BETA MAX
BETA MAX will not be held liable for risks caused as a result of non-complicance with such
requirements. The manual cannot be used as a reference if the intention is to carry out
modifications that effect the machine’s configuration. However, the Company retains the
exclusive responsibility pertaining to any manufacture defects.
NOTE
The correct use of the machine entails the precise knowledge of these usage
instructions and all risks related to improper use of the machine.
NOTE
The purchaser or the user of the machine bears full responsibility for shutting
down the security/safety systems or all that provided by the Manufacturer for
the safety of the users and operators.

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1.3 UPDATES OF THE MANUAL
This instruction manual reflects the conditions of the machine as at the time the machine was
marketed and sold; it cannot be considered inadequate solely because it has been
subsequently updated based on newly acquired knowledge. BETA MAX reserves the right to
upgrade its products and manuals, in line with its policy to continuously improve product
quality, with no obligation of upgrading previous productions and manuals, with exception of
particular cases.
The edition of an updated version of the use and maintenance instruction manual will not
oblige the manufacturer to update this manual, except in the instance of new regulations
being introduced, which narrow down the danger posed by the machine during its operation,
or upgraded features are installed. In these instances, BETA MAX undertakes to provide the
owner of the machine with a new version of the manual.
1.4 Definitions
The following definitions will be found in the descriptions within this manual:
—USER
—OPERATOR
—MACHINE
—“USER” refers to the person who, due to his qualification, is appointed as site manager
where the machine is installed or the person who is directly responsible for the security
of the place where the same machine is installed
—“OPERATOR” refers to the person who, due to his qualification, is designated to install,
operate, use, carry out maintenance work, clean, repair or transport the machine
—“MACHINE” refers to the material hoist with a wire rope cable drive system mounted
onto a ladder track, with the brand name BETA MAX MAXIAL TRACK HOIST model, in
all its possible conformations and configurations. From this point forward in this
instruction manual, when reference is made to the Material Hoist MAXIAL TRACK
HOIST model, solely “MACHINE” will appear.
CAUTION
The operator assigned to work on the machine must be trained on how to use
the machine, the safety devices and the installed equipment and accessories
correctly. The operator must always wear the specific, individual protection gear
and clothing which is appropriate from a safety point of view and also adequate
for the type of work that is to be carried out (gloves, ear plugs, safety shoes,
safety belts, hard hat, goggles, etc.)

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1.5 PREREQUISITES FOR THE MACHINE USER
The information contained in this manual must be supported by the work being carried out
well and applying firm principles of safety, training, inspection, assembly, maintenance,
implementation and operation, consistent with all the data available, pertaining to the
parameters of usage required and consideration of the surroundings and environment in
question. Given that the user has direct control over the machine’s operation and its
functions, it is his/her responsibility and that of his/her staff to ensure that these comply with
the necessary safety requirments. Any decisions regarding the use and operation of the
machine must always be taken after having considered that the machine can only carry
materials. The safety of the people, who work on the machine or nearby, depends on such
decisions.
1.5.1 Use and maintenance training
The user must train his/her maintenance staff on how to inspect, assemble and carry out
maintenance on the machine in accordance with the sections in this manual pertaining to the
Manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations.
1.5.2 The user’s responsibility
Whenever the user assigns or authorizes an individual to operate the machine, it is his
responsibility to ensure that the individual in question has been trained in accordance with the
requirements stipulated in this manual under the sections pertaining to the installation and
operation, together with the working knowledge inparted by the user himself/herself.
1.5.3 Training on the particular model of machine
The user is responsible for training the operator on how to use the particular model of
machine he/she is to work on. Such training must take place in an area that is free from any
obstruction, under the direction of a qualified person and for a period of time which is long
enough to ensure that the person being prepared is competent to use the machine.
Only members of staff who have been well-prepared and who are authorized must be
allowed to use the machine.
Before allowing an operator to use the machine, the user must ensure that the operator:
—has been well-prepared, by a qualified person, on the purposes and functions of each
control
—has read and understands the instructions in this manual and the safety regulations
passed on by the user
—has understood all the warnings and instructions provided for the proper and safe
operation of the machine, by reading or by means of the explanations given by a
qualified person
—has understood that the machine is to be used in accordance with the applications
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1.6 PREREQUISITES FOR THE ASSIGNED OPERATOR
The information contained in this instruction manual must be supported by sound judgement,
appropriate safety checks and caution in assessing every situation.
Since the operator has direct control of the machine, it is his/her responsibility to comply with
the safety requirments in question. The operator must make decisions on the use and
operation of the machine, bearing in mind that his/her personal safety and the safety of staff
members working on the same machine and in vicinity depends on his/her decisions.
1.6.1 Preparatory information
The operator must be aware of where this instruction manual can be found. The operator
must be confident in referring to the manual and consulting it whenever he/she is faced with
doubts or questions regarding the safe and proper use of the machine.
1.6.2 Operators training
The operator must be trained on the same model of machine or on a model that has
charcteristics of operation and control that corresponds with the machine that is to be used.
The operator must operate the machine in an area tha tis free from any obstruction, under the
direction of a quailifed person and for a period of time which is long enough to ensure that the
person being prepared is competent to use the machine. Only members of staff who have
been well-prepared and who are authorized must be allowed to use the machine.
Before being given authorization to use the machine, the operator must have:
—been trained by a qualified person, and understands the purpose and function of each
control
—read and understands the instructions for the proper use of the machine and the safety
regulations, or been trained on the contents of the instruction manual and the above
mentioned regulations by a qualified person
—understands all of the warnings and instructions found on plates and tables on the
machine, after having read this instruction manual or by means of the explanations
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2.
GENERAL INFORMATION
2.1 IDENTIFICATION DATA OF THE MANUFACTURER AND THE MACHINE
Manufacturer: Beta Max, Inc.
P.O. Box 2750
Melbourne, FL 32902-2750
www.betamaxhoist.com
Type: MATERIAL HOIST
Model: MAXIAL TRACK HOIST
Serial Number: Year of Manufacture: 20
2.2 MACHINE INDENTIFICATION PLATE
The identification plate of the machine is placed on the Motor Pack. The plate allows clear
identification of the type of machine, the manufacturer, the serial number and the
fundamental characteristics of the machine.
Figure 2.1
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