probst SH-1000-MINI User manual

5240.0020
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GB
Operating Instructions
Translation of original operating instructions
Vacuum-Lifting-Device SH-1000-MINI
SH-1000-MINI-E

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Please note that the product may not be used / put into operation without these operating
instructions in the national language. If you did not receive operating instructions in your national
language with the delivery of the product, please contact us. In countries of the EU / EFTA we will
send them to you free of charge. For countries outside the EU / EFTA, we will be pleased to provide
you with an offer for an operating manual in the national language if the translation cannot be
organised by the dealer/importer.

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Contents
1EC-Declaration of Conformity ............................................................................................................................... 4
2General.................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Authorized use........................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Survey and construction ........................................................................................................................................... 7
2.3 Technical data............................................................................................................................................................ 7
3Safety...................................................................................................................................................................... 8
3.1 Safety Symbols .......................................................................................................................................................... 8
3.2 Safety Marking........................................................................................................................................................... 8
3.3 Function Control........................................................................................................................................................11
3.3.1 Safety at work.......................................................................................................................................................11
1.1 Instructions for the Company .................................................................................................................................. 12
3.4 Instructions for Installation, Maintenance and Operating Personnel ...................................................................12
3.5 Requirements for the Installation Location ............................................................................................................ 12
3.7 Special Hazards.........................................................................................................................................................13
3.8 Hydraulic excavator and other lifting equipment...................................................................................................13
3.9 Workplaces ...............................................................................................................................................................13
3.10 Inspecting the vacuum hoses and hose clamps......................................................................................................14
3.10.1 Testing the vacuum reservoir..............................................................................................................................14
3.11 Damages of suction plate.........................................................................................................................................14
3.12 Protective equipment...............................................................................................................................................14
3.13 Behaviour in Emergencies........................................................................................................................................15
3.14 Checking the Safety Devices ....................................................................................................................................15
4Installation.............................................................................................................................................................16
4.1 Mechanical connection ............................................................................................................................................16
4.1.1 Lifting eye / Suspension bolt ...............................................................................................................................16
4.1.2 Load hooks and slings..........................................................................................................................................16
4.1.3 Fork sleeves (optional) ........................................................................................................................................ 17
4.2 Positioning of suction plates....................................................................................................................................18
4.3 Electrical Installation ................................................................................................................................................19
4.4 Initiation....................................................................................................................................................................19
4.5 Mounting the suction pad to the lifting device.......................................................................................................19
4.6 Refueling the engine ............................................................................................................................................... 20
4.7 Use of the spreader bar with 2 (3) suction plates.................................................................................................. 20
4.7.1 Attaching the safety chain (of the optional spreader bar)................................................................................22
5Operating.............................................................................................................................................................. 23
5.1 Safety Instructions....................................................................................................................................................23
5.2 Lifting and Landing Loads ........................................................................................................................................23
5.2.1 Lifting load: ......................................................................................................................................................... 24
5.2.1.1 Fastening the load securing chain............................................................................................................... 24
5.2.2 Releasing the load:...............................................................................................................................................25
5.2.3 Lifting wet loads ..................................................................................................................................................25
5.2.4 Downtime.............................................................................................................................................................27
5.2.5 Downtime.............................................................................................................................................................27

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6Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................................. 28
7Maintenance and care ......................................................................................................................................... 29
7.1 Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................................ 29
7.1.1 Electrics .................................................................................................................................................................... 29
7.2 Maintenance plan .................................................................................................................................................... 30
7.3 Vacuum pump (TFK 12).............................................................................................................................................31
7.4 V-Belt .........................................................................................................................................................................31
7.5 Suction pads/ seals ...................................................................................................................................................32
7.6 Vacuum filter.............................................................................................................................................................32
7.7 Warning device (audible) .........................................................................................................................................32
7.8 Leak test................................................................................................................................................................... 33
7.9 Safety procedures ................................................................................................................................................... 33
7.10 Hints to the type plate............................................................................................................................................. 34
7.11 Hints to the renting/leasing of PROBST devices .................................................................................................... 34

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1EC-Declaration of Conformity
Description:
Type:
Order number:
Vacuum-Lifting-Device SH-1000-MINI
SH-1000-MINI-E
5240.0020
Manufacturer:
Probst GmbH
Gottlieb-Daimler-Straße 6
71729 Erdmannhausen, Germany
[email protected]
www.probst-handling.de
The machine described above complies with the relevant requirements of the following EU directives:
EC-machinery directive 2006/42/EC
2014/30/EU (Electromagnetic compatibility)
The following standards and technical specifications were used:
DIN EN ISO 12100
Safety of machinery - General principles for design - Risk assessment and risk reduction (ISO 12100:2010)
DIN EN ISO 13857
Safety of machinery - safety distances to prevent hazard zones being reached by upper and lower limbs (ISO 13857:2008)
DIN EN 1012-1 / DIN EN 1012-2
Compressors and vacuum pumps; Safety requirements part 1 and 2.
DIN EN 60204-1 (IEC 60204-1)
Safety of machinery, electrical equipment of industrial machines. Part 1: General requirements.
Authorized person for EC-documentation:
Name: J. Holderied
Address: Probst GmbH; Gottlieb-Daimler-Straße 6; 71729 Erdmannhausen, Germany
Signature, information to the subscriber:
Erdmannhausen, 20.03.2019..........................................................................
(M. Probst, Managing director)

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2General
2.1 Authorized use
•The device is only designed for the use specified in this documentation.
•Every other use is not authorized and is forbidden!
•All relevant safety regulations, corresponding legal regulations, especially regulations of the declaration
of conformity, and additional local health and safety regulations must be observed.
Prior to every operation the user must ensure that:
•The equipment is suited to the intended operation
•the functioning and the working condition of the equipment is examined
•the load is suitable to be handled.
Any doubts about instructions should be raised with the manufacturer prior to use.
•The device SH-1000-MINI is only suitable for lifting, transporting and laying of dense concrete elements such as natural
stone, concrete, marble, granite slabs, steps, pipes, kerbstones, etc. with the corresponding suction plates.
•This device can be hung from any carrier/support frame (e.g. excavator) by means of load hook, chains, cables and
such like.
•The load is additionally secured with the standard load securing chain.
•Various suction plates can be fitted to the device (SH-1000-MINI) via a quick release locating pin, enabling it to be used
for many different purposes and with many different loads.
•The carrying capacity/working load limit (WLL) of the device of 1000kg must not be exceeded!
This device is equipped with the following safety
devices:
•Safety vacuum storage tank (vacuum tank volume 12,5 l).
•Vacuum gauge.
•Pressure relieve valve.
•Acoustic warning device.
•Load securing chain with chain box.
•Optional traverse TRA (with load safety chain) for multiple
attachment of suction plates to the vacuum attachment.
Optional retrofit:
•Retrofitting of a hydraulic rotary head (facilitation for the machine
operator for exact positioning of the material to be laid)
ATTENTION: The use of this device is only permitted in proximity to the ground (→chapter “Safety at
work”).
•The load (stone slabs) which is to be sucked and
transported, must have sufficient inherent stability,
otherwise there is risk of breakage when lifting!
•Stone slabs must not be bend when lifting - especially take
care with thin and large-sized stone slabs!

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•Generally, the load (stones slab) is only to be sucked in the
middle, otherwise the load hangs diagonally under the
device which may cause a breaking of the load - especially
when lifting large stone slabs with a small suction plate.
•Standard suction plates are not suitable for the transport of
glass plates!
Only suction plates of the manufacturer PROBST shall be used, which shows doubtless a maximum load
capacity at a pressure of - 0.6 bar at the carrying capacity sticker. In unclear circumstances the vacuum device
and the suction plate may not be put into operation. The manufacturer must be contacted!
•Some suction plates which can be mounted to the device will reduce its carrying capacity.
The maximum load is indicated on each suction plate.
•Use only suction plates which are approved for this device!
•Do not exceed the maximum carrying capacity of the suction plates!!!
Danger: Load (stone slabs) will fall down!
NOT ALLOWED ACTIVITIES:
Unauthorized alterations of the device and the use of any self-made additional equipment could cause
danger and are therefore forbidden!
Never exceed the carrying capacity/working load limit (WLL) and the nominal width/nominal size of the
device.
All unauthorized transportations with the device are not allowed:
•Transportation of people and animals.
•Transportation of other loads and materials than described in this manual.
•Never suspend any goods with ropes, chains or similar at the device.

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2.2 Survey and construction
2.3 Technical data
The exact technical data (carrying capacity (WLL), dead weight, etc.) are listed on the type plate/data sheet.
Load securing
chain
Lifting eye for crane hook of
the carrier(curbs)
Handle
(rotatable by
180° then
usable as
support legs
Lifting eye for crane hook of
the carrier (stone slabs etc.
Manometer
Warning device
Suction plate suspension for
standard-suction plates
Suction plate
suspension for kerb
stone suction plates
Vacuum pump
unit VPE
Chain box for load
securing chain
Load securing
chain

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3Safety
3.1 Safety Symbols
Danger to life!
Identifies imminent hazard. If you do not avoid the hazard, death or severe injury will result.
Hazardous situation!
Identifies a potentially hazardous situation. If you do not avoid the situation, injury or damage
to property can result.
Prohibition!
Identifies imminent a prohibition. If you do not avoid the prohibition, death and severe injury,
or damage to property will result.
Important informations or useful tips for use.
3.2 Safety Marking
WARNING SIGN
Symbol
Meaning
Order-No.:
It is not allowed to be under hanging loads. Danger to life!
2904.0210
2904.0209
2904.0204
30 mm
50 mm
80 mm
The sucked load must never be lifted and transported without
additional securing by the load-securing-chain.
2904.0765
100 x70 mm
The sucked load must never be lifted and transported without
additional securing by the load-securing-chain.
2904.0767
55 x 25 mm
The load-securing-chains must fit tightly to the load.
Prohibition: load-securing chains must never hang loose under the
load!
2904.0689
70x41 mm

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The device must never be placed on the suction plate when not in
use, otherwise the suction plate will be damaged! Instead, turn the
side handles 180° and use them as a stand.
29040446
139x39
Do not lift any components off-centre (always in center ogf gravity).
2904.0383
It is not allowed to position suction plates off-centre,
when using a spreader bar/travers on the vacuum lifting
device.
29040337
(optional)
65x200 mm
Load securing with the use of a spreader bar (TRA) on
the vacuum lifting device:
-The load-securing-chains must fit tightly to the
load
-Prohibition: load-securing chains must
never hang loose under the load!
29040688
(optional)
146x85 mmm

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WARNING SIGN
Symbol
Meaning
Order-No.:
Size:
Danger of squeezing the hands.
2904.0221
2904.0220
2904.0107
30 mm
50 mm
80 mm
Warning of electric voltage.
2904.0397
31x37 mm
REGULATORY SIGN
Symbol
Meaning
Order-No.:
Size:
Each operator must have readand understood the operating
instructions (and all safety instructions).
2904.0665
2904.0666
30 mm
50 mm
Use ear protection
2904.0298
50 mm
Iny case of wetness, 5 minutes dry running.
29040381
150x55 mm
Daily drain off the condensation water on the device.
29040673
40x40 mm
Daily battery test on the warning device.
29040444
30x60 mm

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3.3 Function Control
•Before using the device check the functions and the working condition.
•Maintenance and lubrication are only permitted when device is shut down!
•Do not use the device, until all faults which can cause safety hazards are removed.
•If there are any cracks, splits or damaged parts on any parts of the device, immediately stop using it.
•The operating instructions must be available at the workplace every time.
•Do not remove the data-plates of the machine.
•Unrecognisable information signs must be replaced.
3.3.1 Safety at work
•The use of the vacuum lifting device is only permitted in proximity to the ground. In hoist operation:
The suctioned load must be lowered immediately after picking up (e.g. from a pallet or a truck) to just
above the ground (approx. 20 - 30 cm).
The load must then be secured by the load securing chain and may only then be transported to the
installation site. To transport the load, lift it only as high as necessary (recommended approx. 0.5 m
above the ground).
It is forbidden to swivel the device over persons. Danger to life!
•The manual guiding of is only allowed for devices with handles.
•The operator is not allowed to leave the control unit as long as the vacuum lifting device loaded with
load (stone slab). The load must always be in the range of vision of the operator.
•Always keep an eye on the vacuum gauge. Never lift loads when the vacuum is below the required under
pressure (mbar). If the pointer of the pressure gauge moves into the red danger zone, lower the load
immediately! Danger! Load could fall down!
•While using the vacuum lifting device is the stay of persons in the working area forbidden. Except it is
indispensable. Caused of the way of using the vacuum lifting device , e.g. if the device must be leaded by
hand.
•While using the vacuum lifting device be sure that there are no persons in the working area. Danger to
Life!!
•The device must never be subjected to a force acting in a lateral direction due to diagonal pulling.
•Do not lift any components off-centre, because that could fall down. Danger of tilting!
•Release the load only when it is completely safely resting on the surface. Keep fingers away from the
load when you release it as they can be crushed!
•The capacity and the nominal width the vacuum lifting device are not allowed to cross over.
•Do not use the vacuum lifting device to jerk seized set down load.
•Jerking up or down of the unit with or without load is prohibited! Unnecessary vibrations must be
avoided. As well as fast driving with the carrier/ hoist over uneven terrain! Danger to life/accident: The
load could fall or the load handling attachment could be damaged! As a general rule, only drive at
walking speed with the lifted load!

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1.1 Instructions for the Company
The lifting devices are manufactured according to current technical standards and are safe. However, they will
present hazards
•if they are not operated by qualified or, at the least, trained staff,
•if they are used contrary to the approved applications.
Problems can arise
•for the health and life of operators and other persons,
•for the lifting device and other valuable goods.
3.4 Instructions for Installation, Maintenance and Operating Personnel
The device must be installed and maintained by qualified personnel, mechanics and electricians.
Each person in your company involved in the installation, start-up, operation, maintenance, and repair of the
device must have read and understood the operating instructions and especially the chapter "Safety" therein.
Your company must ensure by internal measures
•that the operators of the lifting device are properly trained,
•that they have read and understood the operating instructions,
•that the operating instructions will be available to them at any time.
The responsibilities for the tasks carried out with the device must be clearly organized and observed. There
must be no ambiguity regarding responsibilities.
3.5 Requirements for the Installation Location
•The lifting vacuum lifting device may not be used in explosion-risk rooms or areas.
•The ambient temperature must be in the range of +3°C to +40°C (if this temperature is exceeded, please
consult the manufacturer before using the device).
•The vacuum lifting device must be connected to the electrical supply and the main switch of the crane
from which it is suspended.
Ensure, by means of internal instructions and regular inspections, that the area around the workplace is
kept clean and tidy at all times.

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3.7 Special Hazards
•The operating range has to be covered for unauthorized persons, especially children.
•The workplace has to be sufficiently illuminated.
•Take care when handling wet, dirty and not solidified components.
•The working with the vacuum lifting device in case of atmospheric editions under 3° C ( 37,5° F) is
forbidden! Because the goods could be fall down caused by dampness or freezing.
•Take care in case of thunderstorm!
•Since the load is held on the suction plates of the unit by a vacuum, it will fall off as soon as this vacuum
is lost (e.g. energy failure).
•This can happen if the vacuum generator fails. An integrated vacuum reservoir maintains the vacuum
for a short safety period whose duration depends on the porosity of the work piece surface.
•If the vacuum generator fails, lower the load immediately if this is possible. Otherwise, leave the danger
area below the load immediately.
•The unit draws in large amounts of air and hair and items of clothing can be drawn into the air inlet. Do
not look into the air inlet when the unit is running: it is even possible for your eyes to be drawn into the
air inlet.
3.8 Hydraulic excavator and other lifting equipment
•Hydraulic excavator and other lifting equipment have to be in good, safe working condition.
•Only authorized, certificated and qualified personnel is allowed to operate the excavator and other lifting
equipment.
•The operator staff must have all the necessary qualifications.
•Take care that the maximum capacity of the hydraulic excavator and other lifting equipment is not
exceeded.
3.9 Workplaces
•The workplace of the operator is in front of the operator handle.
•The operator must stand so that he can see the vacuum gauge at all times.

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3.10 Inspecting the vacuum hoses and hose clamps
•Check that all vacuum hoses and hose clamps are securely seated. Tighten any loose
connections.
3.10.1 Testing the vacuum reservoir
•See the sub-section "Leak test" in the section ”Maintenance”
•Rectify any detected faults before using the lifting device. If a fault becomes apparent during,
switch off the lifting device and rectify the fault.
3.11 Damages of suction plate
Avoidance of damages:
•To avoid damages of the rubber seal on the suction plate (chinks, abrasion) take notice, that:
•during the operation (lifting, transporting and lowering) with the device, the suction plate does not brush or
pump against other products or materials.
•Otherwise the rubber seal on the suction plate could be damaged (danger of pressure loss).
Load could fall down. Danger of accidents!
3.12 Protective equipment
The protective equipment must consist, according to the safety regulations
of the following parts:
•Protective clothing
•Safety gloves
•Safety shoes
•Hearing protector

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3.13 Behaviour in Emergencies
An emergency situation exists when
•power suddenly fails (device switches off),
•the vacuum pressure drops below -0.6 bar to the red section on the scale of the vacuum gauge.
Lower the load immediately if possible. If this is not possible, immediately leave the dangerous area near
the load, since it will be dropped from the device.
3.14 Checking the Safety Devices
The lifting device is equipped with
following safety devices:
•vacuum gauge with red danger zone
•warning device, audible (optional)
Check these devices at the beginning of each shift (when operating in shifts) or once
a week (when operating continually).
Checking the Vacuum Gauge and the
Warning Device
To ensure safe operation of the device, a battery test of the warning device must be
carried out before each use of the device.
Warning device monitors the operating vacuum and power failure
Switch on the lifting device.
Place the lifting device on a stone slab or similar material and apply vacuum.
Caution: Simply apply vacuum to attach the suction pads to the stone slab. Do not lift
the stone slab, since it may be dropped during the test!
When the vacuum has built up, lift the edge of a suction pad to create a leak.
The reading on the vacuum gauge decreases. When the vacuum drops below red
danger zone, the warning device must sound.
Checking the Vacuum Hoses and
Hose Clamps:
Check all vacuum hoses and clamps for proper mounting and tighten the clamps if
necessary.
Checking the Vacuum Reservoir
See “Testing for Leaks"“ in chapter “Maintenance“
Correct any faults before using the device. If faults occur during operation, switch
the device off and correct the faults before continuing work with the device.

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4Installation
4.1 Mechanical connection
Use only original accessories, in case of doubt consult the manufacturer.
Take care that the carrying capacity / working load limit (WLL) of the lifting device/carrier is not exceeded,
through the load of the device, the attaching devices (turning device, fork sleeves etc.) and the additional
load of the gripping goods!
Gripping devices always have to be gimballed, so they can swing freely in any position.
In no case it is allowed to mount gripping devices with lifting devices/carriers in a rigid way!
Break of the suspension may occur within short time. Death, severe injuries and material damage can
result!
4.1.1 Lifting eye / Suspension bolt
•The device is equipped with a lifting eye / suspension bolt and can be mounted on various carrier /
lifting devices.
•Take care that the lifting eye / suspension bolt is safely joined with the lifting tackle (e.g. crane hook,
belt) and cannot slide down.
4.1.2 Load hooks and slings
The device is attached to the carrier/lifting device with a load hook or a suitable sling.
Ensure that the single chains strands are not twisted or knotted.
Attaching the device to the lifting device/carrier, take care that all local safety regulation is observed.

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4.1.3 Fork sleeves (optional)
To establish a mechanical connection between the fork lift truck and the fork sleeves you have to put the
forks into the fork sleeves and fix it with the locking bolt or with a chain/rope, connected to the eyelet on the
fork sleeves and the lift frame.
It is definitely necessary to establish this connection. Otherwise the device could slide form the forks.
DANGER OF ACCIDENTS!
1
Fork (of fork lift truck)
2
locking bolt
3
Fork sleeve
4
Chain/rope

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4.2 Positioning of suction plates
For each application of the device (SH 1000 mini b) the different suction plates must be fastened to the corresponding
place to the device.
The device (SH 1000-MINI) with sucked in load (stone slab) must always hang on the carrier (e.g.
excavator) vertical.
Suspension lug for crane hook on
support frame with laying stone
slabs, concrete elements and steps
and so on.
Suspension lug for crane hook
on support frame with laying
kerb stones
Suction plate support
for kerb stones
Suction plate support for stone
slabs, concrete elements and
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4.3 Electrical Installation
•The electrical installation and connection of the device to the power supply may only be carried out by
qualified personnel.
4.4 Initiation
The device must be installed and maintained by qualified personnel, mechanics and electricians.
4.5 Mounting the suction pad to the lifting device
Support
Socket pin
Projection
Suction pad
Lifting device
•Suspend the lifting device from the suspension eye bolt on the crane or hoist used. Secure it safely!
Take the weight of the lifting device and the maximum carrying capacity into consideration!
•Insert the suction pad into the support of the lifting device.
•Feed the socket pin into the boring until the projection of the socket pin is at the shoulder of the suction
pad. Turn the socket pin downward until the projection is secure under the support. Check whether the
socket pin firmly secured. The socket pin must not be able to be pulled out without turning.
•Connect the vacuum hose to the suction pad and lock it with the integrated lock nut.
•Before lifting loads check the safety equipment as described in section 1.12.