IMER INTERNATIONAL IM R15 User manual

EN
MOBILE ELEVATING WORK PLATFORM
USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
MUM IM R15 EN R00 06/2013
TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
IMER INTERNATIONAL S.p.A.
Sede legale e amministrativa
Via Salceto, 55 - 53036 POGGIBONSI (SI) -(ITALY)
Tel. [phone] - Fax [phone]
Business Unit IMER ACCESS
Via San Francesco d’Assisi, 8 - 46020 PEGOGNAGA (MN) - ITALY
Tel. [phone] - Fax [phone]
www.imergroup.com
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Table of contents
Contents of the CE conformity declaration.............................................................. 7
Static and dynamic tests .............................................................................................. 7
Aer-sale service ........................................................................................................... 8
Spare-part service.......................................................................................................... 8
Standard equipment.......................................................................................... 9
Optional............................................................................................................... 9
General instructions - safety..................................................................................... 10
Manual............................................................................................................... 10
Safety systems .................................................................................................. 10
Labels and plates.............................................................................................. 10
Operator’s requirements ................................................................................. 11
Distance from the electric lines ...................................................................... 13
Not allowed operations................................................................................... 14
To minimize hazards ....................................................................................... 16
Risk of folding .......................................................................................... 16
Risk of falling............................................................................................ 17
Electric hazards ........................................................................................ 17
Explosion or burn hazards ..................................................................... 17
Residual risks.................................................................................................... 18
Description of the machine....................................................................................... 19
Presentation ...................................................................................................... 20
Identication..................................................................................................... 21
Main components ............................................................................................ 22
Operation .......................................................................................................... 23
Movement list........................................................................................... 24
Drive and Steering...................................................................................................24
Tracks widening.......................................................................................................24
Stabilization ..............................................................................................................24
Boom liing/lowering.............................................................................................24
Pantograph liing/lowering...................................................................................25
Turret rotation ..........................................................................................................25
Telescopic boom extension/retraction...................................................................25
Jib liing/lowering...................................................................................................25
Cage rotation ............................................................................................................26
Cage levelling...........................................................................................................26
Control proportionality........................................................................... 26
Electronic circuit ...................................................................................... 27
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Remote control and Radio control ........................................................ 27
Remote control .........................................................................................................27
Radio control (optional)..........................................................................................28
The push-buon panel............................................................................................28
Central unit...............................................................................................................28
Push-buon panel baery ......................................................................................29
Baery for wire controlled versions ................................................................29
Baery for versions with radio control............................................................29
Charging the baery (only for radio versions)...............................................30
Control and power instruments position..................................................... 32
Technical specications................................................................................... 34
Overall dimensions.......................................................................................... 35
Diagram work................................................................................................... 37
Plates and labels............................................................................................... 38
Use of the machine...................................................................................................... 39
Checking before use ........................................................................................ 39
Visual checking ........................................................................................ 39
Operating check ....................................................................................... 40
Operation .......................................................................................................... 41
Machine congurations .......................................................................... 42
Aerial part - Ground part .......................................................................................42
Machine status ........................................................................................................43
Machine stowed ..................................................................................................43
Machine in safety transport...............................................................................44
Machine open ......................................................................................................44
Control panels .......................................................................................... 45
Ground control panel..............................................................................................45
Push-buon panel....................................................................................................48
Selectors................................................................................................................50
Switches................................................................................................................52
Joystick controls ..................................................................................................54
Leds Bar ...............................................................................................................55
Display .................................................................................................................56
Safety systems ......................................................................................... 58
Audible alarms.........................................................................................................58
Overturning moment limiter .................................................................................59
Load sensor...............................................................................................................60
Emergency stop .......................................................................................................61
Faults ........................................................................................................................61
Safety belt aachments ...........................................................................................61
Microswitches ..........................................................................................................61
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Microswitch SQ1A-B (machine stowed)..........................................................61
Microswitch SQ8 (boom) ...................................................................................61
Microswitch SQ9 (pantograph).........................................................................62
Microswitch SQ10 (control panel on cage) (for radio versions)...................62
Microswitches SQ3-4-5-6....................................................................................62
Clogged oil lter sensor..........................................................................................63
Temperature sensor (optional)...............................................................................63
Machine stop ........................................................................................... 63
Use of the machine........................................................................................... 64
Starting the machine................................................................................ 65
Motor start-up .......................................................................................... 65
Drive and Steering................................................................................... 65
Stabilization .............................................................................................. 67
Enabling the aerial part........................................................................... 69
Return to stowed machine...................................................................... 70
Levelling outriggers retraction .............................................................. 70
Enabling the movements from ground panel...................................... 71
Turret rotation .........................................................................................................71
Pantograph liing/lowering ..................................................................................71
Boom liing/lowering ............................................................................................71
Telescopic boom extension/retraction ..................................................................71
Jib liing/lowering ..................................................................................................71
Cage rotation ...........................................................................................................71
Cage levelling ..........................................................................................................71
Emergency manual procedures ..................................................................... 72
Manual emergency movements............................................................. 73
Emergency movements with 12V electric pump (optional).............. 79
Manual start of endothermic motor...................................................... 80
Diesel motor .............................................................................................................80
Petrol motor..............................................................................................................81
Baery recharge ............................................................................................... 83
Transport and Liing ...................................................................................... 84
Storage ............................................................................................................... 87
Disposal and scrapping................................................................................... 87
Maintenance................................................................................................................. 88
Machine cleaning ............................................................................................. 88
Maintenance summary table.......................................................................... 89
Check oil level and change............................................................................. 90
Electrolyte level check..................................................................................... 90
Check of baery charge................................................................................... 90
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Check of screw tightening .............................................................................. 91
Grease the mechanisms................................................................................... 91
Safety devices check ........................................................................................ 92
Red emergency stop buon.................................................................... 92
Safety speed.............................................................................................. 92
Load Limiter ............................................................................................. 93
Load sensor............................................................................................... 93
Manual emergency movements check.......................................................... 94
Check brakes..................................................................................................... 94
Good grip .................................................................................................. 94
Braking spaces.......................................................................................... 94
Structure check................................................................................................. 95
Check of wheel reduction gear oil................................................................. 96
Check of hydraulic tubes ................................................................................ 97
Checking performance.................................................................................... 97
Safety speed.............................................................................................. 97
Pantograph liing/lowering................................................................... 97
Boom liing/lowering ............................................................................. 98
Telescopic boom extension/retraction................................................... 98
Turret rotation .......................................................................................... 98
Jib liing/lowering................................................................................... 98
Basket rotation.......................................................................................... 98
Oil lter check .................................................................................................. 99
Wheel reduction gear oil change ................................................................. 100
Check register................................................................................................. 102
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Contents of the CE conformity declaration
We: IMER International S.p.a.
Address: Via Salceto, 53-55 53036 Poggibonsi (SI) - Italy
Declare under our own sole responsibility that the mobile elevating work platform, with internal
combustion engine
IM R15
Conforms to the conditions of the Machine Directive 2006/42/CE•
Conforms also to the provisions of the following Directives:•
2004/108/CE (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive ) and following amendments and integrations
2006/95/CE (Low Voltage Directive ) and following amendments and integrations
2000/14/CE (environmental acoustic emission of equipment and machines having the aim to work
outdoor) and standards transferring them into every national legislation.
Procedures: annex V
We further certify that the following harmonised rules have been applied:•
EN 60204-1, EN ISO 12100, EN280
The name of the person authorised to compile the technical documentation is Paolo Pianigiani,•
Director of Business Unit IMER ACCESS – Via S.Francesco d’Assisi 8 - 46020 Pegognaga (MN)
– Italy
Measured sound power level
Guaranteed sound power level
Net installed power
Diesel Petrol
Static and dynamic tests
Before commissioning, the static and dynamic tests have been performed according to the
harmonised standard EN 280 section 6.3.
dB 104 102
dB 107 104
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USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
This edition contains the use and maintenance manual of the tracked
self-propelled aerial platform IM R15.
IM R15 reaches a working height of 15 m.
Designed and manufactured to be hydraulically operated and with
proportional controls, remote-controlled by remote control.
The machine can be used outdoors.
Onlyqualiedandskilledoperatorscanusethesemachines.
Platform manufacturer:
IMER INTERNATIONAL S.p.A.
Via Salceto, 55 - 53036 POGGIBONSI (SI) - (ITALY)
Tel. [phone] - Fax [phone]
www.imergroup.it
Business Unit IMER ACCESS
46020 PEGOGNAGA (MN) ITALIA
Via S. Francesco D’Assisi, 8
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
After-sale service
For interventions, repairs and revisions, address to authorized
workshops. For information contact our Technical After-Sale
Assistance.
Spare-part service
A good and lasting working guarantee is assured by using original
spare parts only; make reference to the “SPARE PARTS
CATALOGUE”.
Alwaysstatethedatadescribedontheidenticationplateplacedon
the chassis if you need spare parts or assistance.
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Standard equipment
The machine is equipped with the following:
Simultaneous and proportional controls•
Remote control for wire control•
Parking brakes•
Rubber tracks•
Hydraulically widening tracks•
Turret rotation of 355°•
Hydraulic cage balancing•
Hydraulic cage rotation•
Manual stabilization•
Overturning moment limiter•
Load limiter•
Lock valve on lifting cylinders•
Emergency manual lowering•
Dual controls: ground and cage•
Hour-counter•
Audible motion alarms•
Battery isolator•
Plug, socket and circuit breaker for 230V line•
Cable pre-set for 230V line to the cage•
Water/air line to the cage•
EC marking–EN280•
Optional
Wireless radio control kit•
Automatic levelling jacks•
Cage beacon kit•
No marking tracks kit•
12V emergency electric pump•
Preheating kit for diesel motor•
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General instructions - safety
Manual
A suitable working safety is very important in order to avoid serious
injuries for the operator himself and for the other persons, therefore it
is compulsory to carefully read and well-understand this manual to
know the exact and essential instructions for the use of the machine
and the maintenance operations.
This manual is to be considered as an integral part of the machine
and it should always remain on the platform for future reference.
This use manual must be carefully preserved by the user for the whole machine life, even if the
machine is lent, rent or sold.
The gures described in this manual DON’T always exactly reproduce the model described but
these are used for a beer and easier understanding of the text.
Safety systems
The safety systems applied to the machine are inevitably subject to wear and to go out of tune.
Therefore,theymustbecontrolledandkeptinperfectefciency;also,itisnotadvisabletoevaluate
their operational and safety conditions only on the basis of their functioning.
Such systems do not relieve the operator of the responsibility of carrying out an informed and
appropriate use of the machine.
It is absolutely forbidden to remove, modify or tamper with parts of the self-propelled aerial platform,
which are important for safety and stability.
Any tampering whatsoever with the main members of the self-propelled aerial platform and associated
safetydevicesimmediatelynulliesguaranteeconditions.
Labels and plates
Potential dangers and instructions regarding the machine are given
on labels and plates; these should therefore be kept in a clearly
legible, good condition.
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Operator’s requirements
The operator shall:
Rea• d and well understand all the documentation enclosed to the
machine, be properly trained and instructed in the correct use of
the machine and know the safety rules and devices.
Be physically in good conditions and not make use of dope,•
alcohol or drugs that could affect the attention, the reaction, the
sight and the hearing.
Give a great importance to safety and refuse to work if you think•
you are not working under safe conditions.
Well-know the maximum working load.•
Use suitable accident prevention equipment accordingly with the•
working conditions and the local rules in force.
When you are on the cage keep all the parts of the body inside the guard rails and both feet have•
tobermlyrestontheoorsurface.
Make always use of an assistant in areas where the sight is obstructed.•
Always work under highest safe conditions, tidiness and cleaning.•
Before using the machine check daily the controls and safety devices and make sure they are in•
perfect working order.
Check that the working area is free from persons, animals or obstacles before making any•
movement of the machine.
Check that the ground where the machine has to operate is free from holes, bumps, drops,•
uneven level, obstructions, debris and coverings which could hide possible potholes or others
dangers.
Cleantheladder,theoorsurfaceoftheplatformandthehandrailsfromoilandgrease.•
Oncetheworkhasbeennishedandwhenthemachineremainsunattended,takethekeyoffto•
avoid that unauthorized persons can use it.
Commuting platform control panel, always remove the key to avoid an unauthorized use from the•
ground control panel while personnel is present on the platform. The safety manager must hold
a spare key enabling to use the ground control panel as emergency place. (In case of failure it is
possible to lower the machine).
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In particular
Beawarethatthetrackedplatformscanbeusedbyqualied•
personnel only.
Do not give the push-button panel to people who have not been•
thoroughly trained.
Familiarize yourself with the symbols and the positions of the•
levers for the operation of functions and handling.
Always check before starting work, the functionality of the button•
for the emergency stop of the push-button panel
Stay at a proper distance from the machine during its use, in•
ordertomaintainagoodviewoftheworkingeld.Unauthorised
persons must not stand within the working area of the machine.
Release all the levers if the movement of the machine becomes•
uncontrollable and immediately press the emergency stop button
of the push-button panel.
Always press the emergency button of the push-button panel•
when the unit is not in use. This also applies for short breaks, for
example, if the driver wants to move the machine.
Always press the emergency button of the push-button panel at•
the end of the work. The push-button panel must be kept out of
reach of unauthorized persons.
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Distance from the electric lines
The machine is not electrically insulated and does not offer any
protection against active parts, electrical lines and plants which are
notprotectedornotsufcientlyprotected.
Herebelowyoucanndatableconcerningthesafetydistancesto
be compulsory observed according to the Italian law.
In other countries the operator may have dierent limitations
to be observed.
Un (kV) Minimum allowed
distance (m)
Un = nominal voltage
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10 3,5
15 3,5
132 5
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Not allowed operations
It is strictly forbidden to use the
machine:
On public roads.•
Without an adequate environmental lighting to work or to move•
under safety conditions.
Work in case of strong strom, with or without rain, or with wind•
with speed higher than 12,5 m/s, 6 grade of the Beaufort scale
described below.
Without making sure that the platform gate bar is closed.•
without using the safety belts.•
While moving, with boxes opened.•
If the working area is not free from obstacles which could cause•
dangerous conditions.
While·enteringincontactwithxedormobileobjects.•
Under bad working conditions.•
In a different way from what it has been described in the•
instruction manual.
After modifying or removing the safety devices.•
After fastening it to adjacent structures.•
In addition, it is forbidden to:
Operate or lift the platform when it is placed on the truck loading platform or other vehicle.•
To throw some objects and tools from the top to down and vice versa.•
Use the boom for purposes other than setting the staff, their tools and equipment to work position.•
Control the machine from the ground control panel with a second operator on the cage.•
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Description
Wind
speed
(km/h)
Wind
speed
(km/h)
Sea conditions Land conditions
0 Calm 0 0 Flat Calm. Smoke rises verti-
cally.
1 Light air 1-6 0.3-1.5 Ripples without crests. Wind motion visible in
smoke.
2 Light Breeze 7-11 1.6-3.4 Small wavelets. Crests of glassy appearance, not breaking. Wind felt on exposed
skin. Leaves rustle.
3Gentle
breeze 12-19 3.4-5.4 Large wavelets. Crests begin to break; scattered whitecaps. Leaves and smaller twigs in constant motion.
4Moderate
breeze 20-29 5.5-7.9 Small waves.
Dust and loose paper
raised. Small branches
begin to move.
5 Fresh breeze 30-39 8.0-10.7 Moderate (1.2 m) longer waves. Some foam and spray. Smaller trees sway.
6Strong
breeze 40-50 10.8-13.8 Large waves with foam crests and some spray.
Large branches in mo-
tion. Whistling heard in
overhead wires. Umbrella
usebecomesdifcult.
7
Near gale
/ Moderate
gale
51-62 13.9-17.1 Sea heaps up and foam begins to streak.
Whole trees in motion.
Effort needed to walk
against the wind.
8 Fresh gale 63-75 17.2-20.7 Moderately high waves with breaking crests forming spindrift.
Streaks of foam.
Some twigs broken from
trees. Cars veer on road.
9 Strong gale 76-87 20.8-24.4 High waves (6-7 m) with dense foam. Wave crests start to roll
over. Considerable spray.
Larger branches break off
trees, construction/tempo-
rary signs and barricades
blown over, damage to
circus tents and canopies.
10 Whole gale /
Storm 88-102 24.5-28.4 Very high waves. The sea surface is white and there is considerable tumbling. Visibility is reduced.
Trees broken off or
uprooted, saplings bent
and/or deformed, poorly
attached asphalt shingles
and shingles in poor con-
dition peel off roofs.
11 Violent storm 103-117 28.5-32.6 Exceptionally high waves.
Widespread vegetation
damage, minor damage
to most roof shingles/
surfaces, gravel may be
blownfromatroofs.
12 Hurricane > 117 > 32.5 Hugewaves.Airlledwithfoamandspray.Seacompletelywhite
with driving spray. Visibility greatly reduced.
Considerable and wide-
spread damage to vegeta-
tion, a few windows broken,
structural damage to mobile
homes and poorly construct-
ed sheds and barns.
Beaufort Wind Scale
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To minimize hazards
Follow the instructions below:
Risk of folding
Checkthegroundisrmandeven.•
Do not use the machine on slippery, icy, muddy ground and with•
holes, which has a slope higher than the allowed limit.
Keep a distance of at least 2 m from steep unevenness (ditches,•
steep terrain, etc… ).
Check that the ground where the machine has to operate is free•
from holes, bumps, drops, uneven level, obstructions, debris and
coverings which could hide possible potholes or others dangers.
Comply with the maximum load and the allowable number of•
persons.
Distribute the load on the entire platform surface uniformly.•
Avoidthemachineknocksagainstxedormobileobstacles.•
Do not use the machine as a crane with materials suspended to•
the lifting structures or to the basket.
Do not increase the maximum available working height by putting•
ladders or scaffolds on the platform or climbing onto the guard
rails.
Do not place materials on the guard rails.•
Give the best attention during movements with mobile travelling•
platform.
Carry out the movements only if the working area visibility is•
complete.
Do not use an horizontal force above 400N.•
Do not equip the machine with elements (ex. panels) which•
increase the wind exposure.
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Risk of falling
The use of safety belts is compulsory.•
Do not lean out of the safety perimetric guard rails of the platform.•
Do not use guard rails as admittance means to get on or get•
down from the platform.
Do not get on or get down from the platform when it is lifted.•
Electric hazards
As the machine is not electrically insulated, the operator has•
to pay a particular attention to avoid any contact with probably
energized parts.
Do not carry out works near electrical lines at a distance lower•
than the one indicated in the table page 13.
Explosion or burn hazards
Donotusethemachinenearopenamesorheatsources.•
Charge batteries in ventilated environment, far from heat sources•
orexplosiveuids.
Do not use the machine if there are oil leakage.•
Do not use the machine in environments with explosive•
atmosphere.
Shut the engine down during refuelling.•
Make refueling in a well-ventilated area.•
Dry fuel in case it is poured out .•
Do not smoke during refueling.•
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Residual risks
The plates and labels listed below indicate the residual risks that
remain despite there being protective measures incorporated into the
machine's design and regardless of the safety devices adopted.
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Description of the machine
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Presentation
The remote-controlled aerial platform IM R15 is used to lift
persons, materials and equipment to enable works to be
performed at certain heights.
It is intended to be used accordingly with the foreseen technical data
described in the suitable sheet, on solid and strong grounds and not
beforeaQualiedOperatorhascheckedtheoperationalsafety.
It is equipped with:
Chassis (• A)
Stabilizers (B)•
Turret (C)•
Lifting structure (D)•
Bearing structure or basket (E)•
The lifting system consists of 3 main structures:
Pantograph•
Telescopic boom•
Jib•
operated by hydraulic cylinders:
pantograph cylinder•
boom cylinder•
telescoping cylinder•
jib cylinder•
PANTOGRAPH
TELESCOPIC
BOOM
JIB
TURRET
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AB
C
D
E