IMER IM R13 T User manual

IMER International S.p.A.
Access Platform Division
Via San Francesco d’Assisi, 8 - 46020 Pegognaga (Mantova) - ITALY
Tel. [phone] - Fax [phone]
www.imergroup.com
IM R13 T
MOBILE ELEVATING WORK PLATFORM
USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
MUM IM R13 T USA R00 07/2019
TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

Headquarters
IMER International S.p.A.
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(ITALY)
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IM R13 T è conforme allo standard
ANSI A92.20/2018
Access Platform Division
46020 PEGOGNAGA (MN) ITALIA
Via S. Francesco D’Assisi, 8
Tel. [phone] Fax [phone]

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Table of contents
Presentation....................................................................................................... 8
Static and dynamic tests .................................................................................. 9
After-sale service............................................................................................... 9
Spare-parts service ........................................................................................... 9
Liability............................................................................................................... 9
CE conformity declaration IM R13 B.............................................................. 10
General instructions - safety.......................................................................... 11
Manual ....................................................................................................... 11
Safety systems........................................................................................... 11
Labels and plates ....................................................................................... 11
Operator’s requirements ............................................................................ 12
Distance from the electric lines .................................................................. 14
Unpermitted operations.............................................................................. 15
To minimize risks........................................................................................ 17
Risk of overturning.............................................................................. 17
Risk of falling....................................................................................... 18
Electrical risks ..................................................................................... 18
Explosion or burn hazards .................................................................. 18
Residual risks...................................................................................... 19
Description of the machine ............................................................................ 20
Main components....................................................................................... 22
Control and power instruments .................................................................. 23
Electronic circuit ......................................................................................... 25
Electrical circuit .......................................................................................... 25
Control proportionality ................................................................................ 25
Radio control and remote control ............................................................... 26
Radio control (optional)....................................................................... 26
Remote control.................................................................................... 27
The platform panel.............................................................................. 28
Receiver.............................................................................................. 28
Platform panel battery for radio control............................................... 29
Battery charger ............................................................................................. 29
Charging the battery ..................................................................................... 30
Technical data ............................................................................................ 31
Pressure bearing................................................................................. 31

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Overall dimensions..................................................................................... 32
Work diagram............................................................................................. 34
Plates and labels........................................................................................ 35
Identication ............................................................................................... 36
Standard equipment................................................................................... 37
Optional...................................................................................................... 37
Machine operations......................................................................................... 38
Ground movements - Aerial movements.................................................... 38
Ground movements ............................................................................ 39
Drive and Steering ........................................................................................ 39
Stabilisation................................................................................................... 39
Manual ...................................................................................................... 39
Automatic (optional).................................................................................. 39
Widening of the crawling tracks span (optional) ........................................... 39
Aerial movements ............................................................................... 40
Lifting/lowering of the boom .......................................................................... 40
Turret rotation................................................................................................ 40
Extension/retraction of the telescopic boom ................................................. 40
Lifting/lowering of the jib ............................................................................... 40
Cage balancing ............................................................................................. 40
Machine status ................................................................................................ 41
Stowed away machine ............................................................................... 41
Machine in the safety transport mode ........................................................ 42
Stabilised and stowed away machine ........................................................ 43
Open machine............................................................................................ 44
Safety systems ............................................................................................... 45
Operating irregularities .............................................................................. 46
Audible alarms ........................................................................................... 46
Safety belt attachment points..................................................................... 46
Temperature relay ...................................................................................... 47
Moment limiter............................................................................................ 48
Clogged up oil lter sensor......................................................................... 48
Spirit level................................................................................................... 49
Microswitches............................................................................................. 50
Microswitches SQ1A-B ....................................................................... 50
Microswitch SQ8 (lifting boom) ........................................................... 50
Micro switch SQ10 (control panel in the cage) For radio versions...... 50
Microswitches SQ3-4-5-6.................................................................... 50
Emergency devices ........................................................................................ 51
Emergency stop ........................................................................................ 51
Battery switch............................................................................................. 51

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Electric valves for emergency operations ................................................. 51
Manual pump ............................................................................................ 52
Electric pump 12 V (optional) .................................................................... 52
Control stations............................................................................................... 53
Control panels ............................................................................................ 54
Ground control panel .......................................................................... 54
Lifting/lowering of the jib .............................................................................. 56
Extension/retraction of the telescopic boom ................................................ 56
Lifting/lowering of the lifting boom ................................................................ 56
Turret rotation ............................................................................................... 56
Cage balancing ............................................................................................ 56
Platform control panel......................................................................... 58
Selector keys ................................................................................................ 59
Switches........................................................................................................ 61
Joystick controls............................................................................................ 63
LED bar ........................................................................................................ 64
Display unit .................................................................................................. 65
Engine status ............................................................................................ 65
Machine status.......................................................................................... 66
Use of the machine.......................................................................................... 70
Checking before using ............................................................................... 71
Operation of the machine........................................................................... 72
Setting the machine into the working position .................................... 74
Starting the machine up ................................................................................ 74
Start the engine............................................................................................. 75
Drive and Steering ........................................................................................ 76
Driving on an inclined terrain .................................................................... 77
Machine stabilisation........................................................................... 78
Manual stabilisation ...................................................................................... 79
Automatic stabilisation (optional) .................................................................. 80
Moving the aerial part ......................................................................... 81
Returning to the stowed away mode................................................... 83
Retraction of the aerial part........................................................................... 83
Retraction of the stabilisers........................................................................... 84
Switching o󰀨 the engine...................................................................... 85
Switching the machine o󰀨 ................................................................... 86
End of work......................................................................................... 86
Emergency procedures................................................................................... 87
Emergency manual procedures ................................................................. 88
Standard emergency procedure ......................................................... 89
Emergency electric valves ............................................................................ 89
EXAMPLE 1.............................................................................................. 91
EXAMPLE 2.............................................................................................. 92

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Procedure with the machine blocked without alert signals (optional) ........... 95
From the ground ....................................................................................... 95
From the platform control panel................................................................ 95
Manual start-up of the diesel/petrol engine ................................................ 96
Battery recharging........................................................................................... 98
Battery charges characteristics; 220 V line ................................................ 98
Battery charges characteristics; 110 V line (optional) ................................ 98
Transport.......................................................................................................... 99
Loading and unloading of the machine ..................................................... 99
With the aid of a loading platform ....................................................... 99
By having it lifted directly .................................................................. 100
How to uncouple the cage ................................................................ 101
Fastening the machine............................................................................. 102
Storage ........................................................................................................... 103
Disposal and scrapping................................................................................ 103
Maintenance................................................................................................... 104
Machine cleaning ..................................................................................... 104
Maintenance summary table .................................................................... 105
Maintenance of the diesel/petrol engine .................................................. 106
Maintenance of the electric motor ............................................................ 107
Temperature relay ............................................................................. 107
Check plates and labels ........................................................................... 107
Oil level check .......................................................................................... 108
Change the oil lter cartridge ................................................................... 109
Grease the mechanisms .......................................................................... 109
Battery...................................................................................................... 110
Charge the battery ............................................................................ 110
Check the tightening of all the screws.......................................................111
Check the safety devices ......................................................................... 112
Red emergency stop button.............................................................. 112
Diesel/petrol engine speed ............................................................... 112
Moment limiter .................................................................................. 112
Microswitches ................................................................................... 113
SQ1A-B........................................................................................................113
SQ8..............................................................................................................113
Check emergency manual operations...................................................... 114
Checking the brakes ................................................................................ 114
Good grip .......................................................................................... 114
Braking distances.............................................................................. 114
Carry out structural check ........................................................................ 115

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Checking the hydraulic tubes ................................................................... 116
Check the performance............................................................................ 116
Safety speed..................................................................................... 116
Lifting/lowering of the boom.............................................................. 116
Extension/retraction of the telescopic boom ..................................... 117
Turret rotation ................................................................................... 117
Lifting/lowering of the jib ................................................................... 117
Check the power and auxiliary cables...................................................... 117
Maintenance of rubber crawling tracks .................................................... 118
Checking the tension of the crawling tracks...................................... 118
How to loosen up or stretch the crawling track ................................. 119
How to replace the crawling tracks ................................................... 120
Machine Logbook..................................................................................... 122

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11
m
USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
This edition comprises the use and maintenance manual for a tracked, self-propelled, hydraulic scissor
lift platform:
IM R13
This manual was compiled in order to furnish the user with all the necessary instructions for a correct
and safe use of the machine to prevent serious damage to the user or any third party.
All information and instructions comprised in this manual are fully binding, and must be read carefully
and properly understood prior to the initial operation of the machine.
The manual is to be construed as an integral part of the machine, and therefore should always remain
within reach on the platform for any future reference.
All framed parts of the text provide safety instructions and must be read with particular
attention
Designed and manufactured to be:
• Powered with petrol;
• Hydraulically operated and wit. proportional controls.
IM R13 reaches a height of 11 m (13 m working height) and can be
used outdoors.
Only qualied and skilled operators can use these machines.

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Spare-parts service
Good working performance of the unit, as well as its long life may be ensured by using the original spare
parts only. Please make use of the “SPARE PARTS CATALOGUE” for this purpose.
Please always quote the information/data provided on the identication plates placed on the chassis
and the cage, should you require any spare parts or technical assistance.
Static and dynamic tests
Before commissioning, the static and dynamic tests have been performed in full compliance with the
harmonised industrial standard EN 280 Art. 6.3.
After-sale service
For any mechanical interventions, repairs and alterations/modications, please refer to the authorised
workshops only. For any specic information please contact our Technical After-Sale Assistance.
Liability
La IMER International S.p.A. shall be released from any liability or any obligations for any damage to
persons or objects caused by any of the reasons listed further below:
• Non-observance of the instructions comprised in this MANUAL referring to driving, use and
maintenance of the machine.
• Erroneous actions in regarding the use and maintenance of the machine.
• Modications introduced either to the structure, and/or parts of the machine without prior authorisation
of IMER International S.p.A., and/or making use of any inappropriate equipment for the task.
• Non-standard and/or incorrect use of the machine, in contravention of the specic instructions
comprised in the present MANUAL.
• Use of any non-original spare parts not specically authorised by the Manufacturer.

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Safety systems
The safety systems applied to the machine are inevitably subject to wear and to lose calibration. Therefore,
they must be controlled and kept in perfect e󰀩ciency. It is not advisable to evaluate their operational and
safety conditions only on the basis of their functioning.
No such systems may in any way relieve the operator of his individual responsibility of operating the
machine with all due diligence.
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.
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.
The user manual must be carefully stored by the user for the entire service life of the
machine, also if the machine is lent, rented or sold
The gures presented in this manual do NOT always exactly reproduce the described
model, but are used to make the text easier to understand
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.
General instructions - safety

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The operator shall:
1. Read and well understand all the documentation provided with the machine,
be properly trained and instructed in the correct use of the machine
and know the safety rules and devices.
2. Be physically in good conditions and not make use of dope, alcohol or
drugs that could a󰀨ect the attention, the reaction, the sight and the
hearing.
3. Give a great importance to safety and refuse to work if you think you are
not working under safe conditions.
4. Well-know the maximum working load.
5. Use suitable accident prevention equipment accordingly with the working
conditions and the local rules in force.
6. 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.
7. Make always use of an assistant in areas where the sight is obstructed.
8. Always work under highest safe conditions, tidiness and cleaning.
9. Before using the machine check daily the controls and safety devices and make sure they are in perfect
working order.
10. Check that the working area is free from persons, animals or obstacles before making any movement
of the machine.
11. 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.
12. Clean the ladder, the oor surface of the platform and the handrails from oil and grease.
13. Once the work has been nished and when the machine remains unattended, always remove the key
to prevent unauthorised persons from using it.
14. While commuting platform control panel, always remove the key to avoid any unauthorized use from the
ground control panel while personnel is present on the platform. The safety manager must keep a
spare key, making it possible to use the ground control panel in an emergency.
(In case of failure it is possible to lower the machine).
Only qualied and skilled operators can use these machines
Operator’s requirements

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In particular
• Be aware that the tracked platforms with remote control can be used
by qualied personnel only.
• Do not give the platform control 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
platform control panel.
• Whenever the machine is moving along on the ground, make use of the platform control panel while
staying at a safe distance from the machine at all times. No unauthorised persons may remain within
the working area of the machine when it is in operation.
• Release all the levers if the movement of the machine becomes uncontrollable and immediately
press the emergency stop button of the platform control panel.
• Always press the emergency button of the platform control panel when the unit is not in use.
This also applies for short breaks.
• Always press the emergency button of the platform control panel at the end of the work.
The platform control panel must be kept out of reach of unauthorized persons.

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da 0 a 300V avoid contact
da 300V a 50kV 10ft 3.05m
da 50kV a 200kV 15ft 4.60m
da 200kV a 350kV 20ft 6.10m
da 350kV a 500kV 25ft 7.62m
da 500kV a 750kV 35ft 10.67m
da 750kV a 1000kV 45ft 13.72m
USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Distance from the electric lines
The machine is not electrically insulated and does not o󰀨er any protection
against active parts, electrical lines and plants which are not protected or
not su󰀩ciently protected.
Here below you can nd a table concerning the safety distances to be
compulsory observed according to the Italian law.
Un (kV) Minimum allowed
distance (m)
Un = nominal voltage
In other countries the operator may have dierent limitations to observe

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Unpermitted 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 storm, with or without rain, or with wind with speed higher than 12.5 m/s, 6th
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 di󰀨erent 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 sta󰀨, 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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Wind
description
Wind
speed
(km/h)
Wind
speed
(m/s)
Sea conditions Land conditions
0 Calm 0 0 Flat Calm. Smoke rises vertically.
1 Light air 1-6 0.3-1.5 Ripples without crests. White foamy crests are not yet formed. 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 Crests begin to break; scattered whitecaps. Leaves and smaller twigs in constant motion.
4Moderate
breeze 20-29 5.5-7.9 Waves becoming longer. The whitecaps are more frequent. Dust and paper raised. Branches are moving.
5 Fresh breeze 30-39 8.0-10.7 Moderate longer waves. Abundant whitecaps and possible sprays.
Smaller trees sway.
Small waves are formed
in interior waters.
6Strong
breeze 40-50 10.8-13.8 Large waves with foam crests. Sprays are probable.
Large branches in
motion. Umbrella use
becomes di󰀩cult.
7
Near gale /
Moderate
gale
51-62 13.9-17.1 Large waves form. The foam formed by the braking of the waves
forms streaks due to the wind.
Whole trees in motion.
E󰀨ort needed to walk
against the wind.
8 Fresh gale 63-75 17.2-20.7 High waves. Breaking crests forming spindrift. 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.
Slight structural damage
(chimneys and removed
tiles).
10 Whole gale /
Storm 88-102 24.5-28.4
Very high waves. The sea surface is white and there is
considerable tumbling. Breaking waves are much more intense
and visibility is reduced.
(Rare on the mainland)
Unrooting of trees.
Considerable structural
damage.
11 Violent storm 103-117 28.5-32.6
Enormous waves that could hide ships with medium tonnage from
view. The sea is completely covered with dense foam. Air lled
with foam and spray, visibility is greatly reduced.
Considerable damage,
extensive structural
damage.
12 Hurricane > 117 > 32.5 Huge waves. Air lled with foam and spray, sea completely white.
Extremely serious
disasters.
Enormous and
widespread damage to
structures.
Beaufort Wind Scale

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To minimize risks
Follow the instructions below:
Risk of overturning
• 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 cage.
• Do not increase the maximum available working height by putting ladders or sca󰀨olds 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 400 N.
• 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.
Electrical risks
• 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 15.
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 refuelling in a well-ventilated area.
• Dry fuel in case it is poured out.
• Do not smoke during refuelling.

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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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A
B
D
E
C
USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
The tracked aerial platform IM R13 is used to lift persons, materials and equipment to enable works
to be performed at certain heights (indoor and outdoor).
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.
The lifting system consists of 2 main structures operated by hydraulic
cylinders:
• Jib
• Telescopic boom
It is equipped with:
A. Chassis
B. Stabilizers
C. Turret
D. Lifting structure
E. Platform or cage