GEISMAR TH 70 STP Specification sheet

Société des Anciens Établissements L.GEISMAR
113 bis, avenue Charles de Gaulle
92200 NEUILLY SUR SEINE
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Société des Anciens Établissements L.GEISMAR
Boite Postale 50327 5 rue d’Altkirch
68006 COLMAR CEDEX FRANCE
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E-mail : [email protected]
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR USE AND MAINTENANCE
Model
HYDRAULIC RAIL TENSOR
Type
TH 70 STP
GB Code :
H77646_1017

HYDRAULIC RAIL TENSOR
H77646_1017 TYPE TH 70 STP
SUMMARY
TENSOR MARKING ....................................................................................................................................................................... 5
LIFTING BEAM MARKING ............................................................................................................................................................. 7
WARNINGS .................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
CHAPTER - 1 SAFETY
1 – 1 FOREWORD......................................................................................................................................................................... 11
1 – 2 WARNING............................................................................................................................................................................. 11
1 – 3 GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS ................................................................................................................................... 12
CHAPTER - 2 DESCRIPTION
2 – 1 GENERAL PRESENTATION................................................................................................................................................ 15
2 – 2 GENERAL............................................................................................................................................................................. 16
2 – 3 OPERATING CONDITIONS ................................................................................................................................................. 16
CHAPTER - 3 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
3 – 1 GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS.......................................................................................................................................... 17
3 – 2 OVERALL SIZE..................................................................................................................................................................... 18
CHAPTER - 4 TENSOR EQUIPMENT
4 – 1 LOCATION OF THE MAIN UNITS........................................................................................................................................ 19
CHAPTER - 5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
5 – 1 HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................................................ 21
5 – 2 INSTALLING THE TENSOR................................................................................................................................................. 21
5 – 2 – 1 INSTALLING THE TENSOR IN TRACTION MODE................................................................................................................. 21
5 – 2 – 2 INSTALLING THE TENSOR IN THRUST MODE.................................................................................................................... 21
5 – 3 CONNECTING TO THE ENERGY UNIT .............................................................................................................................. 22
5 – 4 RAILWAY ENVIRONMENT .................................................................................................................................................. 22
CHAPTER - 6 MAINTENANCE
6 – 1 GENERAL MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS...................................................................................................................... 23
6 – 1 – 1 RULES TO BE FOLLOWED ............................................................................................................................................. 23
6 – 2 CONTROLS .......................................................................................................................................................................... 23
6 – 2 – 1 FLEXIBLE HOSES.......................................................................................................................................................... 23
6 – 2 – 2 STIRRUPS ................................................................................................................................................................... 23
6 – 3 MAINTENANCE.................................................................................................................................................................... 24
6 – 3 – 1 CONTROLS .................................................................................................................................................................. 24
6 – 3 – 2 CLEANING ................................................................................................................................................................... 24
6 – 3 – 3 GREASING................................................................................................................................................................... 24
6 – 3 – 4 TABLE OF EQUIVALENCES FOR GREASES....................................................................................................................... 25
6 – 3 – 5 HYDRAULIC OIL............................................................................................................................................................ 25
6 – 3 – 6 TABLE OF EQUIVALENCES FOR HYDRAULIC OILS ............................................................................................................ 25

HYDRAULIC RAIL TENSOR
H77646_1017 TYPE TH 70 STP
SUMMARY
CHAPTER - 7 STORAGE AND RECYCLING
7 – 1 GENERAL STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................................................................. 27
7 – 1 – 1 CHOICE OF STORAGE CONDITIONS................................................................................................................................27
7 – 1 – 2 STORAGE PREMISES .................................................................................................................................................... 27
7 – 1 – 3 PUTTING INTO STORAGE .............................................................................................................................................. 27
7 – 2 DECOMMISSIONING - DISASSEMBLY - DISPOSAL ......................................................................................................... 27
CHAPTER - 8 SPARE PARTS
8 – 1 FOREWORD......................................................................................................................................................................... 29
8 – 2 AFTER-SALES SERVICE CONTACT DETAILS .................................................................................................................. 29

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Tensor Marking
STRIP OF PICTOGRAMS CODE H102542
STICKER H00021

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Lifting Beam Marking
STRIP OF PICTOGRAMS CODE H102541
STICKER H00019 STICKER H96529
STICKER H102546
STICKER H102545
STICKERS H40179 H96525 H83014
STICKERS: H95705 H95706

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STICKERS: H95713 H95714
STICKERS: D15083

Warnings
THE MANUFACTURER WILL ACCEPT NO LIABILITY IN THE FOLLOWING CASES
• Improper machine use, contrary to the instructions given in the operation and
maintenance manual.
• Failure to comply with the periodical checking requirements stipulated by the man-
ufacturer.
• Use by unauthorised persons and/or persons lacking the requisite professional
skills.
• Consequences resulting from a misunderstanding of the operation and mainte-
nance manual by the user.
• Failure to comply with the maintenance rules specified herein.
• Modifications or repairs not authorised by the manufacturer
• Use of spare parts whose quality and reliability do not match those of parts sup-
plied by the manufacturer
• Use of lubricants, fuels and consumables different from those recommended in
this maintenance manual.
• Exceptional or unforeseeable events.
USE OF THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
• The operation and maintenance manual is intended for heads of operations and
staff in charge of servicing the machine as well as all workers having to carry out
repairs. Their attention is drawn in particular to the chapters dealing with safety at
work.
• The operation and maintenance manual provides the necessary information for
correct use of the work equipment as intended by the manufacturer.
• The manual provides operation and maintenance instructions for the work equip-
ment. It does not exempt the staff using the equipment from a proper training.
• The operation and maintenance manual is an integral part of the work equipment.
It must be kept until the decommissioning of the machine.
• The operating and maintenance manual must be kept in a safe place inside the
control station in order to always be at hand when needed.
• In case of loss or destruction of this manual, the user is bound to order a copy from
the manufacturer.
• Users may ask the manufacturer to provide additional information and supplement
the operation and maintenance manual in their possession with updates. Once
provided, these items will become integral part of the operation and maintenance
manual.
• If the work equipment is transferred, the user is requested to inform the manufac-
turer of the new owner’s details.
• The user is required to deliver this operation and maintenance manual with the
work equipment to the new owner.
In order to ensure permanent compliance with the legislation in force, the
manufacturer reserves the right to make improvements to the work
equipment and to the operating and maintenance manual without having to
update previous editions.
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Non contractual photographs illustrations

Dear customer,
Thank you for purchasing this equipment which has been manufactured by the GEISMAR
group of companies.
We trust your confidence in us is rewarded and that you are completely satisfied with the
equipment.
In order to guarantee the quality of its products and in accordance with its commitment to
respect the Quality Assurance Procedures ISO 9001, the GEISMAR group tests all its
products.
If the machine that you have just received is fitted with an hour meter which already displays a
number of operating hours, this is due to all the tests and trials which have been carried out
prior to its delivery.
Please pay detailed attention to the recommendations contained in this document.
To ensure this equipment continues to provide satisfaction care should be taken to use and
maintain it in accordance with the instructions in this manual.
GEISMAR draws your attention to these essential points
• Respect the maintenance periods and use the lubricants recommended
• Use only original parts and do not make any modifications
Failure to do so may affect your warranty rights.
Furthermore, modification of the machine without our written authorization could result in
the loss of conformity with the relevant standards.
The Group "GEISMAR" reminds you that accuracy in ordering of spare parts will enable prompt
supply, and consequently ensure the productivity of your equipment.
Our equipment is designed and manufactured in accordance with the latest advanced
techniques, and should provide you with the services that you expect.
We remain fully at your disposal.
Société des Anciens Établissements L. GEISMAR

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Chapter 1 – Safety
1 – 1 Foreword
The official regulations applied in the user country take priority over the safety regulations and
usages described in this chapter. It is up to the person in charge of the equipment to make sure
that these instructions are in line with legislation.
The "customer" safety manager will complete these instructions with any safety regulations
he judges to be useful in application.
Respecting these regulations will ensure the safety of personnel and property during
operations using the equipment. Three types of pictogram are provided to draw your particular
attention to specific points:
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This symbol identifies a potentially hazardous situation which could have serious
or even fatal consequences if the precautions given are not respected.
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This pictogram identifies a situation which can lead to personal accident if the
precautions given are not taken.
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This pictogram is a reminder of safety practices or warns of the consequences
that carelessness during an intervention can generate.
Everyone concerned with using, maintaining, storing or keeping this working equipment must
be familiar with these rules.
Any user who is the cause of an accident due to failure to respect these rules, will be held fully
responsible.
This manual is designed for users and maintenance personnel. It may include details of the
various options available. The notes and illustrations provided in this manual may show details
and accessories which differ from your equipment.
Indeed, the basic characteristics may be identical, but GEISMAR reserves the right to make
improvements.
Please contact GEISMAR for further information about your equipment working or this
manual. For orders of spare parts, requests for information or intervention, please provide the
type reference, code and serial number of your equipment.
This information is on the manufacturer's plate. It must be kept legible.
1 – 2 Warning
Before using the working equipment, including maintenance, please read this operating and
maintenance manual and its appendices and current workplace safety regulations. You must
have the training, skills and tools required to use, maintain and repair this working equipment
properly.
General site safety regulations provided by the site manager, must be followed scrupulously,
particularly if work is taking place without halting traffic.
The technical documentation and instructions of this equipment will complete the knowledge
acquired during training courses. But they can in no way replace theoretical and practical training
for a qualification, provided in accordance with professional regulations.
If the company is unable to provide this training adequately for its personnel, The GEISMAR
Group is ready to provide any support required concerning this training programme. Training

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must include explanations of the various working equipment functions, operating and
maintenance instructions and safety regulations to be respected, as well as practical exercises.
1 – 3 General safety regulations
The working equipment must be used under normal conditions and must be properly
maintained.
We recommend a period of familiarisation with the working equipment before using it
operationally.
Do not use the equipment before you are sure of being able to do so under optimal safety
conditions.
If in doubt, whether concerning the working equipment or the work to be carried out, ask a
qualified person.
Never the use the working equipment for any purpose other than that for which it is intended.
To prevent any risk of accident or injury, you must wear the clothing or Personal Protective
Equipment which meets current safety standards applied in the workplace (see "Marking"
chapter).
Do not touch moving parts directly or indirectly as long as the working equipment has not
been decommissioned or is in a non-hazardous configuration.
Risk of crushing or shear from all the moving parts of this equipment.
The working equipment must be cleaned regularly. All traces of excess liquid or grease must
be removed.
All markings must remain legible and present on the working equipment. Replace any
illegible, damaged or missing pictograms.
IMPLEMENTATION / MAINTENANCE / INTERVENTIONS
Maintenance operations must be carried out by qualified personnel who are familiar with the
safety regulations applied to the operations concerned.
Draw up an inspection schedule and record all maintenance operations.
Replace any damaged or worn parts.
Never modify the working equipment without a study and the manufacturer's written
authorisation.
DURING OPERATION
Know the working area and its particularities; only authorized persons may enter this area.
Respect the general and particular safety regulations applicable to the working area and
maintain constant safety vigilance throughout all phases of the operations.
Be familiar with the intervention plans in the event of an incident or accident and the
prevention instructions to be respected during different manoeuvres.
Never use equipment in poor condition (wear, deformation...).
In the event of abnormal behaviour, inform the competent personnel.
Never use the equipment to carry people.
Never neutralise the safety devices or limiting equipment.
Make sure that nobody is within the working equipment work zone.
Do not park the machine on a track section with slope.
The track clearance profile must be large enough for the equipment

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Traffic routes must be maintained in adequate condition for the working equipment to move
around without risk.
Use this working equipment only when visibility conditions make it easy to see the areas in
which people are moving and working.
Unless otherwise indicated, this working equipment is not equipped with a lightning protector,
so do not use it when meteorological conditions are adverse.
FOLLOWING APROLONGED PERIOD OF NON-USE OR DURING APERIODIC INSPECTION
Check tightness and connections between assembly components.
If deformation or abnormal wear is noted, the parts must be replaced.

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Chapter 2 – Description
2 – 1 General presentation
Manufacturer
Société des Anciens Établissements L. GEISMAR
PO Box 50327
5 rue d’Altkirch
68006 COLMAR CEDEX FRANCE
Name of the equipment
Model
HYDRAULIC RAIL TENSOR
Type
TH 70 STP

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2 – 2 General
Hydraulic tensor TH 70-STP (the machine) is intended for use in railway trackside works.
It is designed to release LWRs (Long Welded Rails). These replace thermal expansion by
mechanical distortion which remains within the elastic range.
2 – 3 Operating conditions
The TH 70 STP hydraulic tensor can be used to:
• reduce gaps when repairing rails or broken welds
• prevent rail retraction when replacing a defective, but not broken, weld, or when creating a bonded
joint in the track.
The tractive force can be modified at any time according to variations in ambient temperature,
therefore that of the rail, by adjusting the hydraulic pressure.
The traction exerted on the ends of the rails helps keep them in the correct position,
horizontally and vertically, thus preventing any deformation during welding operations and
eliminating shrinkage tension in the weld.
The TH 70 STP hydraulic tensor is designed to work on 60E1 (UIC 60) rails or rails with a
similar height (please contact us for other profiles.)
The machine must work only in traction mode and on unreleased track (from the
top). It is essential to prohibit traffic movement while work is being carried out

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Chapter 3 – Technical characteristics
3 – 1 General characteristics
Manufacturer Société des Anciens Établissements
L.GEISMAR
Adress 5, Altkirch Street 68000 COLMAR
Machine HYDRAULIC RAIL TENSIONER
Type TH 70 STP
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
Maximum pressure (bottom side) 100 b - 3000kN (~30t)
Maximum pressure (stem side) 595 b - 7000kN (~70t)
Cylinders stroke 460 mm
WEIGHTS
Cylinder (unit) ~ 83.5 kg
Clamping set (unit) ~ 61 kg
Lifting beam ~ 35 kg
Total Weight ~ 325 kg
Cylinder (unit) ~ 183,5 Lbs
Clamping set (unit) ~ 134 Lbs
Lifting beam ~ 79 Lbs
Total Weight ~ 714 Lbs

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3 – 2 Overall size

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Chapter 4 – Tensor equipment
4 – 1 Location of the main units
The TH70 STP rail tensor comprises
– 1 lifting beam (1)
– 2 hydraulic cylinders (2)
– 2 clamping assemblies (3)
HYDRAULIC CYLINDERS
These are double acting allowing either a traction
force or thrust to be exerted on the rail. They are fitted
with screwed quick-release couplings (4) and 2 bleed
screws (5).
1
2
3
3
5
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CLAMPING ASSEMBLIES
These are made up of 3 sections which may be dismantled without using tools
:
– 1 mounting bracket (6)
– 2 eccentrics equipped with striated jaws (7)
The rail is grasped by the eccentrics, the action of which, resulting from the force
transmitted by the cylinders is exerted on the rail web.
6
7