GEDA STANDARD User instructions

OM 041 GB Edition 05.2012 Original operating manual
Assembly and Operating Manual
RUBBISH CHUTE
STANDARD
COMFORT

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1SAFETY INFORMATION / TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 4
1.1 PROPER USE 4
1.2 OPERATION/LIMITATIONS OF THE RUBBISH CHUTE 4
1.3 MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS 4
1.4 FORESEEABLE MISUSE 5
1.5 CHECKS 5
1.6 EXISTING RESIDUAL HAZARDS 5
1.7 REGARDING USE BY AUTHORISED PEOPLE 6
1.7.1 Operator/installer 6
1.8 ORDERING SPARE PARTS 6
1.9 STORAGE 6
1.10 DISPOSAL 6
1.11 DUST-PROTECTION MEASURES 7
1.12 WARRANTY 7
1.13 MANUFACTURER 7
1.14 COPYRIGHT 7
2OBLIGATORY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 8
2.1 BASIC CONDUCT WHEN WORKING WITH THE RUBBISH CHUTE 8
2.2 TRANSPORT 9
2.3 ASSEMBLY 9
2.4 AVOIDING BLOCKAGES 9
2.5 REPAIR/MAINTENANCE 9
2.6 CLEANING 10
2.7 CONDUCT IN AN EMERGENCY 10
3DUTIES OF THE OPERATING COMPANY 11
3.1 IDENTIFYING HAZARDS AT THE PLACE OF USE 11
3.2 DUTY TO PROVIDE TRAINING/QUALIFICATIONS 11
3.3 LIGHTING/PATHS 11
3.4 CHECKING CORRECT AND PROPER CONDITION AND USE 12
3.5 PROVISION OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT 12
4TECHNICAL DATA 13
4.1 RUBBISH CHUTE 13
4.2 FILLING FUNNEL 14
4.3 CHUTE BRANCH 14
4.4 HAND WINCH ITEM NO.01907 14
4.5 HAND WINCH ITEM NO.01908 15
4.6 CHUTE FRAME ITEM NO.01904 15
4.7 PARAPET CLAMP KIT ITEM NO.01902 15
4.8 SLOPING-ROOF FRAME ITEM NO.01906 15
4.9 FLAT ROOF FRAME ITEM NO.01911 16
4.10 CHAIN KIT ITEM NO.01903 16
4.11 GUIDE RING ITEM NO.01918 16
4.12 WEAR INSERT ITEM NO.01919 16
5INSTALLATION/DISASSEMBLY 17
5.1 DEFLECTION OF THE RUBBISH CHUTE 19
5.1.1 Maximum deflection 19
5.1.2 Make the distance between suspension points shorter in the area of the deflection 19
5.1.3 Use guide ring 19
5.1.4 Use wear insert 19
5.2 HAND WINCH 20
5.3 INSTALLATION ON THE SCAFFOLDING 21
5.4 INSTALLATION ON A WINDOW REVEAL OR PARAPET WALL 22
5.5 INSTALLATION ON A SLOPING ROOF 23
5.6 INSTALLATION ON A FLAT ROOF 24
5.7 DISASSEMBLY 24

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1 Safety information / technical specification
This safety information must be read and observed by all persons who
are entrusted with work on the rubbish chute or with the
installation/dismantling of the rubbish chute or who supervise or instruct
such people. Non-compliance with the safety information releases
GEDA from any liability.
1.1 Proper use
•The disposal of solid, non-combustible, non-toxic rubbish which
is smaller in size in every dimension than the smallest diameter
of the rubbish chute. Use is only permitted by persons authorised
by the operating company in non-public areas.
Non-intended use, non-compliance with the manual, staffing by
insufficiently qualified personnel, and the use of non-approved spare
parts releases the manufacturer from any liability.
1.2 Operation/limitations of the rubbish chute
Use is only permitted when complying with:
•the information on intended use
•the technical data/features
•all laws/regulations that must be complied with by the operating
company
•all other information in this manual.
Installation/disassembly of the rubbish chute without having read the
manual beforehand is prohibited. The manual must be kept safe for
future use. GEDA shall not be liable for any damage arising from non-
compliance with the instructions contained in this manual.
1.3 Modifications/Alterations
Unauthorised modifications/alterations can have an unforeseeable
influence on safety. For this reason, unauthorised
modifications/alterations are prohibited.

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1.4 Foreseeable misuse
Any use of the rubbish chute that deviates from the conditions specified
above and from the stated purpose is strictly prohibited.
In particular this applies to use:
•in a publicly accessible area
•in a potentially explosive area
•without securing the filling points to guard against people/material
falling in
•as an (emergency) chute for people
•as an internal transport/logistics/conduit system, e.g. for transporting
foodstuffs, e.g. cereals, for humans/animals to a lower floor
•for the disposal of burning, hot or combustible materials (including
cigarettes) or materials at risk of deflagration as a result of the
release of solvents, for example
•for the disposal of hazardous substances such as materials
containing asbestos, for example
•of a combination of parts from different rubbish chute systems.
1.5 Checks
The rubbish chute must be inspected for damage each time before it is
set up, following every blockage and at regular intervals (at least once a
year). Replace damaged parts immediately. Continued use is prohibited
until the damaged parts have been replaced.
1.6 Existing residual hazards
GEDA rubbish chutes have been designed and manufactured according
to the current state of the art. There are, however, – as with all products
– residual hazards.
These are:
Energies
•Potential energy of the components/potential energy of jammed
rubbish.
Component failure
•As a result of improper use, inadequate maintenance or incorrect
operation.

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1.7 Regarding use by authorised people
1.7.1 Operator/installer
A person who, as a result of his/her training and experience, is capable
of carrying out the functions and activities associated with use. This
also includes avoiding potential risks and hazards that may occur during
operation.
1.8 Ordering spare parts
Spare parts are ordered exclusively through the manufacturer/
representative.
Only original GEDA spare parts may be used. Only original GEDA
spare parts guarantee full function as well as safety and reliability.
Please supply the following details with each order for spare parts:
•Item no. / Model / Name / Order quantity
1.9 Storage
•No jolts or vibrations.
•No abrasive, corrosive substances.
•Parts must be protected against pest damage (insects, rodents, etc.).
1.10 Disposal
The rubbish chute must be professionally dismantled at the end of its
service life and disposed of in an environmentally friendly way
according to national regulations.
Rubbish chute / filling
funnel
Polyethylene
Frame / hand winch /
chains / ropes / eyelets
Hot-dip galvanised steel
Chromated steel (yellow)

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1.11 Dust-protection measures
GEDA provides the following components for reducing dust exposure.
•Dust cover for covering the filler neck.
•Protective covers for containers.
•Dust collar for covering the bottom chute element.
1.12 Warranty
This manual does not contain any warranty agreements. These can be
found in the General Terms and Conditions of Business. Proper use is a
precondition for the warranty.
1.13 Manufacturer
GEDA Dechentreiter GmbH & Co. KG
Street: Mertinger Strasse 60
Town/city: DE – 86663 Asbach-Bäumenheim
Country: Germany
Tel.: +49 (0)9 06 / 98 09-0
Fax: +49 (0)9 06 / 98 09-50
e-mail: [email protected]e
Website: www.geda.de
1.14 Copyright
© GEDA Dechentreiter GmbH & Co. KG
All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any
form or processed, duplicated or disseminated using electronic media
without the written consent of the manufacturer. The copyright and
conditions of use of any user documentation from other manufacturers
that may be included with the scope of delivery must be observed.

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2 Obligatory safety instructions
2.1 Basic conduct when working with the rubbish chute
•The rubbish chute must be used with an awareness of hazards, in a
technically fault-free condition and according to the instructions in
this manual.
•If there is any lack of clarity regarding proper condition or correct
operation, these points must be clarified. Operation is prohibited until
the matter is clarified.
•Unauthorised persons must be kept away; if necessary set up
warning notices.
•All safety regulations relevant to the respective job/activity must be
adhered to.
•Responsibilities for different activities must be clearly identified and
adhered to. Lack of clarity greatly compromises safety.
•Rectify any faults that occur which fall within the context of your
responsibility.
•If faults occur outside your area of responsibility, inform your superior
immediately.
•Wear personal protective equipment.
•If there is soiling, take appropriate measures (e.g. dry and clean) for
all floors, steps, pedestals and platforms to prevent falling and
slipping.
•It is prohibited to attach banners etc. that alter the wind load.
•A fall-protection device must be worn when working at heights
> (2.0 m).
•Avoid producing explosive dust.
•The area surrounding the waste container must be secured against
entry by unauthorised individuals. If the rubbish chute is deflected,
the area blocked off must be increased in size accordingly.
•Since the plastic of the rubbish chute is combustible, the usual safety
precautions must be taken to avoid fires during storage/use.

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2.2 Transport
•During transport, the load must be secured according to international
transport guidelines.
2.3 Assembly
•Precautionary measures stipulated by the company for avoiding fires,
explosions, dust, gas, steam and smoke must be observed.
•Appropriate lifting gear must be used when working with heavy parts.
•Adhere to the minimum requirements for thoroughfares, paths and
emergency exits.
2.4 Avoiding blockages
•Observe the maximum deflection of the rubbish chute.
•Observe the maximum size of the bulk material. Refer to the data for
tube diameter in then "Technical Data".
•Constantly monitor the discharge opening for the rubble.
•To eliminate blockages, do not work beneath the discharge opening
or distort the rubbish chute.
2.5 Repair/maintenance
•All relevant persons must be informed about how to carry out the
work before work begins.
•Use appropriate measures to ensure that dismantled parts do not fall
down.
•Loss of balance as a result of handling heavy parts/tools. Only lift
heavy parts/tools with a second person or using appropriate lifting
equipment.
•Only use new parts according to their intended use and within the
specifications of the technical data.
•Test the parts to ensure that they are functioning correctly after the
work. Make sure that no hazards will arise as a result of
commissioning the rubbish chute.

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2.6 Cleaning
•Only use suitable, non-combustible cleaning agents. Risk of fire and
explosion as a result of using combustible cleaning materials.
•Label damp areas with the appropriate warning signs.
•Wear personal protective equipment.
•Do not use any abrasive substances for cleaning.
•Do not use steam-jet equipment/high-pressure cleaners.
2.7 Conduct in an emergency
•Company instructions relating to conduct in an emergency and the
evacuation plan must be observed.

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3 Duties of the operating company
3.1 Identifying hazards at the place of use
The operating company must identify all hazards at the place of use
and must take the necessary health and safety measures.
3.2 Duty to provide training/qualifications
The operating company clearly defines the responsibilities of the
personnel. The operating company is obliged to train all persons
authorised to use the rubbish chute in the correct handling of the chute
before using it for the first time, according to the respective area of
activity and responsibility of the authorised individual and using practical
exercises.
Training will cover at least the following:
•The scope and limitations of the area of activity and responsibility of
the respective group of people.
•Safety-conscious conduct.
•avoiding hazards / conduct in an emergency
•correct use/installation/dismantling
•the meaning of the warning signs, notices and pictograms at the
construction site
•Use and inspection of the personal protective equipment.
These instructions must be documented and repeated at regular
intervals.
3.3 Lighting/paths
The filling points and paths for transporting the rubbish to the chute
must be lit appropriately and secured to safeguard against falls.

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3.4 Checking correct and proper condition and use
At regular intervals, the operating company must take appropriate
measures to check that the rubbish chute is being used according to the
intended use, that no modifications or manipulations have been made
to the rubbish chute and that all parts are functioning fully.
3.5 Provision of personal protective equipment
The operating company must provide personal protective equipment
appropriate to the respective place of use and purpose.
Protective equipment must be checked at regular intervals to ensure
function and completeness. All national and trade association
regulations relating to protective equipment must be observed in
addition to this information.

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4 Technical Data
4.1 Rubbish chute
STANDARD COMFORT
Item number: 01935 01920
Length
Effective usable length
1.2 m
1.1 m
1.1 m
1.0 m
Weight
10 kg
12 kg
Tube diameter
with wear ins ert
500 x 400 mm
485 x 390 mm
Assembly height
- Scaffolding
- Flat roof frame
- Parapet /window reveal
- Sloping-roof frame
max. 40 m
max. 40 m
depending on quality 20/40 m
max. 20 m

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4.2 Filling funnel
Item No.: 08922
Opening width
76 cm
Weight
8.5 kg
Item No.: 01921
Opening width
60 cm
Weight
8.8 kg
4.3 Chute branch
Item No.: 01922
Opening width
60 cm
Weight
10.5 kg
4.4 Hand winch Item No. 01907
Rope
5 mm, SE-Zn k – 1770 [sZ]
Rope length
21 m
Payload
250 kg
Weight
26 kg

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4.5 Hand winch Item No. 01908
Rope
6 mm, SE-Zn k – 1770 [sZ]
Rope length
41 m
Payload
500 kg
Weight
33 kg
4.6 Chute frame Item No. 01904
Dimensions
750 x 370 x 660 mm
Payload
820 kg
Weight
14.7 kg
4.7 Parapet clamp kit Item No. 01902
Only to be used in connection with the chute frame
Quantity (per kit)
2 pcs
Dimensions
95 x 555 x 790 mm
Load capacity (each parapet clamp)
410 kg
Weight (kit)
21 kg
4.8 Sloping-roof frame Item No. 01906
Payload
570 kg
Weight
35 kg

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4.9 Flat roof frame Item No. 01911
Payload
820 kg
Weight
48 kg
Ballast weight Item No.: 01912
each 12 kg
4.10 Chain kit Item No. 01903
Quantity (chains)
2 pcs
Length (with carabiner hook)
2.0 m
Weight
2.6 m
Load capacity (each chain)
300 kg
Test load (each chain)
8000 N
Breaking strength (each chain)
18000 N
4.11 Guide ring Item No. 01918
To deflect the chutes
Dimensions (∅/ width)
460 mm / 530
Weight
3.5 kg
4.12 Wear insert Item No. 01919
To deflect the chutes
Dimensions
480/430 x 200 x 1110 mm
Weight
8 kg

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5 Installation/disassembly
The GEDA rubbish chute is suitable for virtually all installation situations
on account of the versatile mounting options.
The rubbish chute is generally installed using the hand winch. When
using other installation aids, it must be ensured that they are suitable for
the intended purpose and for the loads which occur.
Important information relating to installation:
•Intermediate fastening points must be provided every 10 metres
(fastening = 2.5 kN). GEDA provides appropriate chains with
carabiners for this purpose. The rubbish chute must not be deflected
by the intermediate fastening points.
•When releasing the rope of the hand winch to pull up the rubbish
chute, there must be at least two turns remaining on the rope drum.
•Only pull the rubbish chute up vertically. Otherwise there is the risk
that the lifting equipment will be overloaded and damaged.
•The rubbish chute must hang freely. It must not rest against
scaffolding tubes etc.
•Avoiding twisting the suspension chains.
•If the rubbish chute is also intended to be filled from intermediate
storeys, the corresponding branching points must be provided when
pulling up the rubbish chute. An intermediate fastening point must be
provided at each branching point for filling.
•If fall protection (intermediate bar) must be removed to install the
filling funnel, then tubes must be attached to the left and right up to
the funnel as a replacement to ensure protection against falling.

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Proceed as follows for installation of the rubbish chute:
Fasten chute frame according to the
specific installation situation (see there).
Insert the hand winch into the installed
chute frame or sloping-roof frame or flat
roof frame. Unwind the rope to
approx. 1 metre above the ground
(refer to relevant section).
Hang carabiners in the holes in the
rubbish chute.
Use the hand winch to pull the rubbish
chute up far enough so that the next
element of the rubbish chute can be
suspended. Repeat procedure until the
assembly height is attained.
Suspend the top chute tube in the two
eyelets of the chute frame or sloping-roof
frame or flat roof frame.
Remove hand winch.
Place the filling funnel on the top chute tube. Ensure that the filling
funnel rests against the edge of the chute.
The filling funnel must be secured (firmly attached) to the building
(scaffolding)
Chute branch
If the chute is also to be filled from an
intermediate level, when pulling up the waste
tubes of the waste chute branch (1) must be
attached at the required height.
An intermediate tie (2) must also be
installed at each waste chute branch (1)
(also refer to section 5.3).
2
1

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5.1 Deflection of the rubbish chute
Deflection leads to a high level of wear of the chute and the suspension
structure. If the rubbish chute is to be deflected, the following points
must be taken into consideration:
5.1.1 Maximum deflection
As the deflection radius increases, there is an increase in the risk of a
blockage in the rubbish chute. Deflection at a maximum ratio of 10:1
(i.e. max. 1 m deflection over 10 m, but not more than 2.5 m over the
overall length of the rubbish chute.
5.1.2 Make the distance between suspension points shorter in the
area of the deflection
Make the distance between the suspension points of the rubbish chute
shorter in the area of the deflection.
(Effective length of an element only 0.7 – 0.8 m).
5.1.3 Use guide ring
Use a guide ring on the bottom elements and fasten to the container
using both ropes.
5.1.4 Use wear insert
In the case of coarse / sharp-edges rubble (e.g. bricks), use wear
inserts in the area of the deflection. It is also possible to install wear
inserts retrospectively.
CAUTION:
Observe the max. weight; the full installation height may not be
possible.
Guide ring
Scaffolding
Deflection radius

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5.2 Hand winch

The hand winch is used
exclusively for pulling up/
lowering the rubbish chute.
The hand crank is inserted
into the respective chute
frame.
The hand winch can be
pinned in two positions.
When used with the
parapet clamp, the hand
winch must be moved to
the lower position. To do
this, loosen the screw,
move the hand winch and
screw the screw back in
again.
Safety bolt