REED 00 C50SS User manual

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PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION
The CONDITION of the unit prior to start-up is a very IMPORTANT factor as it directly
affects the operator’s safety as well as those around him. It should be a common practice
that the operator performs a general inspection of the REED 00 MODEL C50SS before
each day’s operation.
The purpose of the operator’s inspection is to keep the equipment in PROPER working
condition and to DETECT any sign of malfunction during normal operations between
scheduled maintenance checks.
DOWNTIME is COSTLY and can possibly be prevented by taking a few minutes prior to
start-up to do a thorough walk-around inspection. This inspection must be performed each
day before the unit is operated. Report any damage or faulty operation immediately.
Attach a sign, if need be, at the control panel which states ------ DO NOT OPERATE ------.
Repair any discrepancies before use.
Some major items to be considered for your inspection include the following:
1. OVERALL MACHINE CONDITION
•External structural damage
•Wheel lug nuts missing or loose
•Brake line wiring, connection
•Condition of tires, pits, tears, cuts, inflation
•Decals, placards, warning signs
•Missing, broken or damaged parts
•Remote switch & cable condition
•Gauges, Throttle control
2. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
•Loose or damaged hoses, tubing, fittings
•Hydraulic leaks
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•Hydraulic fluid level
•Cleanliness of fluid, filter condition indicator
•Hydraulic valves and control levers
•Hydraulic cylinders
3. HOPPER
•Grate in place not damaged
•Agitator condition
•Drive motor
•Swing tube connection
•Shift cylinders condition
•Outlet Connection
4. ELECTRICAL
•Frayed or broken wires or loose connections
•Condition of switches, lights, connections
•Instruments and gauges - condition
Defective components, structural damage, missing
parts or equipment malfunctions, jeopardize the
SAFETY of the operator and other personnel and
can cause extensive damage to the machine. A
poorly MAINTAINED machine can become the
greatest OPERATIONAL HAZARD you may
encounter.
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GETTING ACQUAINTED
(UNIT FAMILIARIZATION)
As previously indicated, it is important from a SAFE operational standpoint that you, the
OPERATOR, know your machine. This means the function of each control as to what
happens when it is activated, how it might interact with other functions and any limitations,
which might exist. A GOOD UNDERSTANDING of the controls and capabilities will
enhance operation and assure maximum operating and efficiency and SAFETY.
These next few pages will assist you in GETTING ACQUAINTED with the 00 MODEL
C50SS concrete pump. Carefully study these.
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CONTROL FAMILIARIZATION
The controls for operation of the 00 MODEL C50SS can be found and are located on the
right (curb) side of the machine. A control box is provided and contains all the main
function instruments, switches, and indicators. Hydraulic gauges and throttle control are
on lower portion of hydraulic tank. The volume control is adjacent to the main control.
Each location or panel is dedicated to the operation of certain functions. These are noted
herein:
1. SYSTEM POWER SWITCH
This is a two (2) position key switch and is used to control the engine. Turn key to
SYSTEM ON position to energize electrical circuit. Shut down engine by turning key
to SYSTEM OFF position.
2. ENGINE START SWITCH
The GREEN BUTTON is a pushbutton switch. By pushing the button, along with the
key switch in the SYSTEM ON position, will start the engine.
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3. EMERGENCY STOP
This is an emergency switch and is used to shut down the pump in an emergency
situation. It is of the push-pull type. Depress PUSH knob in to STOP operation.
PULL knob out to REACTIVATE system. NOTE – The HORN/RESET must be
switched one time to restart pump operation.
4. HOUR METER
This instrument is used to record the number of hours the electric system has been
activated. The hourmeter becomes operational when the ignition key is ON.
5. CHECK ENGINE (YELLOW LIGHT)
Light, when lit, is indicating to check the diesel engine for possible problems.
6. STOP ENGINE (RED LIGHT)
Light, when lit, indicates to STOP ENGINE immediately, it requires attention.
7. DIGITAL DISPLAY
The control panel’s digital display indicates the following areas: The engine RPM,
the OIL PRESSURE, the VOLTS,ENGINE TEMP,COOLANT LEVEL and the status
of the SYSTEMS.
8. PUMP POWER SWITCH (GREEN LIGHT)
This is a two (2) position toggle switch and is used to control the pump ON/OFF
feature.
8A FAST CHANGE SWITCH (C-SERIES ONLY closed loop hyd. system)
This is a two (2) position toggle switch and is used to control the FAST CHANGE
feature, that changes the hydraulic pump to run smoother in certain appiications.
8B PUMP DIRECTION SWITCH
This is a three (3) position toggle switch and is used to control the cycle direction of
the concrete pump. CENTER position of toggle is PUMP-OFF. Move toggle to UP
position to activate PUMP-ON AND FORWARD cycling. Move toggle in DOWN
position for REVERSE cycling.
8C VIBRATOR (OPTION THAT GOES ON THE HOPPER GRATE)
This is a three (3) position toggle switch and is used to control the vibrator
8D DIAGNOSTIC INTERFACE (FACTORY AND FACTORY DEALERS ONLY)
This is a RS-232 computer port that is used for factory system settings and system
diagnostic analysis.
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9. CONTROL SWITCH
This is a two (2) position toggle switch and is used to select the pump control
location. Move toggle to LOCAL to enable operation of concrete pump from main
stationary panel. Move toggle to REMOTE for operation using the remote control.
10. INDICATOR LIGHTS RELATED TO THE PUMP (GREEN LIGHT)
These green lights, located above and below the switches are used, when lit, to
indicate the position of the toggles.
11. HORN/RESET
This is a momentary toggle switch and is used to reactivate the control and pump
circuit after machine has been shut down using the EMERGENCY STOP switch.
Once the emergency stop has been depressed it will be necessary to pull out switch
and move toggle of HORN switch momentary to RESET position.
12. CONTROL ON INDICATOR (GREEN LIGHT)
This is a green indicator light, when lit denotes control circuit is energized.
13. STROKE CHANGE SWITCH
This switch is a two (2) position spring return switch and has two functions. One is
A momentary toggle to change stroke from one side to the other to help clear a
possible line plug. The other function is when the switch is held DOWN and allow
for end of stroke. High pressure check or in ths instance of equalizing the stroking
pistons. The allowance of the spring return sets the machine back in forward stroke.
14. VOLUME CONTROL (C-SERIES ONLY CLOSED LOOP HYD SYSTEM)
This control is installed on the discharge port of the main hydraulic pump. It is used
to adjust volume OUTPUT of the material cylinders which in turn is controlled by the
hydraulic pump. Flipping toggle switch UPWARD will INCREASE volume, flipping
toggle switch DOWNWARD will DECREASE volume.
15. THROTTLE CONTROL-TOGGLE SWITCH
This is a three (3) position spring centered switch and is used to adjust the engine
RPM. Toggle UP to INCREASE engine speed. Toggle DOWN to DECREASE
engine speed. Speed of engine will retained as set until RESET.
16. STROKE COUNTER (OPTION-NOT SHOWN)
This digital indicator is used to indicate the amount of stokes per minute the concrete
pump is producing.
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17. PRESSURE GAUGE – 6000 PSI
This hydraulic pressure gauge is used to indicate the main system hydraulic pressure
being applied to the hydraulic cylinder pistons of CYL A OR CYL B on the forward
stroke.
18A. PRESSURE GAUGE – 600 PSI
This hydraulic pressure gauge is used to indicate the hydraulic pressure of the main
pump charge system.
18. PRESSURE GAUGE – 3000 PSI
This hydraulic pressure gauge is used to indicate the hydraulic pressure of the swing
tube shift accumulator circuit.
DO NOT VARY THE PUMP OUTPUT BY VARYING ENGINE SPEED.
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19. AGITATOR CONTROL
The agitator or remixer function is controlled by a manually operated single spool
directional control valve. The valve is used to control ON-OFF function as well
as the rotation direction of the hydraulic motor. With lever in CENTER position, the
hydraulic flow to the motor is OFF.
20. OUTRIGGER CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
As part of the same valve bank as the agitator, the two (2) additional valve sections
are used to control the outriggers. One lever controls the right outrigger; the other
controls the left outrigger. Lever in CENTER position, the flow is OFF.
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21. WATER PUMP CONTROL – OPTION
This option is operated from the auxiliary circuit. It utilizes a single spool manual
directional valve to control the operation of the hydraulic motor. The motor is used to
drive the water pump.
WATER PUMP HYDRAULIC MOTOR
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22. SHIFT BALL VALVE
This control is located on the swing circuit hydraulic manifold. It is a manual ball
valve and is used to control the speed of the S-tube shift. For a hard fast shift, place
lever of ball valve in a vertical (12 o’clock) position. This places the valve fully open
and allows the flow to bypass the restrictive orifice. This valve position many be used
when a harsh material mix is being pumped requiring more power in shifting the S-
tube.
For an easier, slower shift, move the ball valve lever to the 3 o’clock position. This
closes the ball valve and directs the fluid through the orifice. This position may be
used when a slurry is being pumped or when the machine is being cleaned out.
This unit can be operated with lever in any position from 12 o’clock to 3 o’clock.
Eventually, experience will dictate what setting is best.
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REMOTE CONTROL FAMILIARIZATION
A remote control pistol grip console is provided and is used to enable the operation of the
concrete pump away from the immediate vicinity of the unit. The remote is equipped with
an umbilical cord that plugs into the side of the main control box. The console consists of
the following functions:
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RADIO REMOTE CONTROL FAMILIARIZATION
A hand held radio remote control unit is may be used to enable operation of the concrete
pump away from the immediate vicinity of the unit. The complete unit consists of a hand
held transmitter and a receiver which is located within the control panel.
1. E-STOP SWITCH
This is an emergency switch and is used to shut down the pump in an emergency
situation. DEPRESS RED switch to STOP operation. TWIST RED button clockwise
to re-activate system.
2. POWER LIGHT
This indicator light is used to depict when light is lit that the transmitter is ready for use
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3. PUMP SWITCH
This switch is used to control the cycle operation of the concrete pump. PUSH top
part of switch to turn pump ON, to start cycling. PUSH bottom of switch to turn pump
in the OFF position to STOP cycling..
4. PUMP DIRECTION SWITCH
This toggle switch is used to select the pump direction of the unit. Momentarily press
switch to FORWARD,pump will cycle normally pumping material out discharge.
Press switch to REVERSE, pump draws material back into hopper.
5. HORN SWITCH
This switch is used to activate the control and pump circuit after the machine has been
shut down using E-Stop. Once the E-Stop has been depressed, it will be necessary
to depress ON button. Depress HORN toggle switch to re-activate system.
6. THROTTLE CONTROL-TOGGLE SWITCH
This is a three (3) position spring centered switch and is used to adjust the engine
RPM. Toggle UP to INCREASE engine speed. Toggle DOWN to DECREASE
engine speed. Speed of engine will retained as set until RESET.
7. STROKE CHANGE SWITCH
Refer to OPERATION SECTION page 05 for switch function.
8. STROKE CHANGE SWITCH
Refer toOPERATION SECTION page 05 for switch function
9. RED BATTERY INDICATOR (LOCATED AT TOP OF REMOTE TRANSMITTER)
This RED BATTERY indicator turns on momentarily when toggles are pressed and
turns off if the battery is good. This indicator will remain on when the battery voltage
Is low. There is enough power in the battery for about 15 minutes of operation after
the light remains on. When this time is up. The red battery will turn off and the
transmitter will no longer function properly until the battery has been changed.
The transmitter is powered by a 9 volt alkaline battery. The operation time of the
battery is determined by both frequency and duration of use.

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RADIO REMOTE OPERATION (REFER TO TEACH PROCEDURES IN SCHEMATICS SECTION)
Before proceeding to start-up and operate the radio remote control, make sure it is safe to
do so. Make sure the same safety precautions normally required for safe pump operation
are adhered to.
•Place control switch on main panel to REMOTE position. The receiver POWER light
should be lit.
•Press the transmitter ON switch. The POWER light on transmitter should slowly flash
and the receiver ACTIVE light should be lit.
•When ready to cycle pump, press the transmitter switch to PUMP, and the
DIRECTION switch to FORWARD. The receiver PUMP light should be lit. To stop
the pump, momentarily press the transmitter switch to STOP. PUMP LED should go
out.
•To change the pump direction to reverse, press the REVERSE switch. The reverse
LED should light.
•Press transmitter OFF switch to deactivate radio remote transmitter.
Do not leave the transmitter unattended with the pump engine is operating.
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TOWING THE TRAILER
The REED 00 MODEL C50SS material pump although small in stature as compared to
larger pumps or construction type equipment, requires the same care and attention in
transporting as does the larger heavier equipment. At no time should this be overlooked.
The REED 00 MODEL C50SS is equipped with two (2) torsion bar type axles, electric
brakes, and standard tail lights. It is capable of being towed by a truck at a highway speed
up to 55 MPH (88KM/HR) MAXIMUM, depending on road conditions. THIS SHOULD NOT
BE EXCEEDED.
PREPARE THE UNIT FOR TOWING AS FOLLOWS:
•For units equipped with a pintle ring, install over pintle hook and close safety clasp.
Insert pin to securely lock safety clasp.
•For units equipped with a ball hitch, secure hitch on ball and lock in place. Check
that ball has been completely inserted into coupler ball socket and ball clamp is closed
around the underside of the tow ball and yoke and lever is in a closed position.
It is important from a SAFETY standpoint that sufficient weight exists on the tongue to
prevent instability of the trailer during towing. On tandem axle units, the lower the
hitch or tongue height from ground, the less weight is applied to the hitch. The
C50HPS Models require and MUST be a MINIMUM HEIGHT, ground to the top of frame
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•Always attach the SAFETY CHAINS to towing vehicle and attach the breakaway cable.
•Connect trailer electrical cable to truck connection to establish trailer brake circuit and
lighting. Check that lighting is operational.
•Raise outrigger legs and secure in place with retainer pin.
•Make sure that hopper cleanout door is securely closed.
•Fully raise front jackleg and lock handle.
•Check the tires for proper inflation pressure and inspect for any cuts and excessive
wear.
•Survey underside of pump and trailer to look for other possible obstructions.
Towing trailers at excessive speeds is DANGEROUS.
Some trailers may weigh as much or more than the
vehicle doing the towing, and can affect the control
of the towing vehicle causing an OVERTURN
condition. This situation can arise from excessive
speed or rapid braking. Therefore, always maintain a
sufficient distance for safe braking.
TOWING TIPS:
•Never travel with concrete in hopper. The trailer pump is not designed to be towed
with this extra weight.
•Remove all delivery lines from hopper outlet.
•Travel only as fast as conditions allow. DO NOT EXCEED 55 MPH (88KM/HR).
•Always leave sufficient distance between you and the vehicle ahead to allow SAFE
BRAKING.
•Reduce speed at dips, bumps and rough road areas.
If trailer begins to sway or swerve side to side, ease off of accelerator to slow down. DO
NOT JAM ON BRAKES. Gently touch brake pedal intermittently to come to a stop. Check
to determine cause of sway. Check hitch.
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Having READ and UNDERSTOOD the previous pages on SAFETY and CONTROL
FAMILIARIZATION you are now in a position to learn how to operate the unit. If you have
not READ the previous pages we suggest you do so before PROCEEDING.
For your own SAFETY and others around you it is
your RESPONSIBILITY to insure the unit is in proper
working condition. Check out the unit by using the
PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION notes previously
identified.
OBSERVE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHILE
OPERATING THIS MACHINE.
SELECTION AND SET-UP AT JOB SITE
Your first and primary concern when arriving at the job site is to insure the machine can be
safely operated and it will afford the maximum production efficiency without jeopardizing
safety.
•The machine should be located on as level ground as is possible.
•Lower the front leg jack to ground and if necessary place wooden blocking under the
jack pad.
•Lower rear outriggers and pin in place. If necessary, place additional blocking under
the pads.
•Lower and apply pressure to the front jack on the ground and if necessary place
wooden blocking under the jack pad. This will transfer weight to the outrigger legs.
DAMGE WILL OCCUR IF OUTRIGGERS ARE NOT
USED. WARRANTY WILL NOT BE HONERED IN THIS
SITUATION!
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•Keep a sufficient distance away from slopes, pits, trenches and excavations that
could breakaway.
•Make every attempt to set up as near as possible to placement site. The shorter the
pumping distance the greater the material delivery.
When the site for the operation has been selected proceed to set up unit for pumping.
•Disconnect safety chain, electrical cable and hitch from towing vehicle.
DELIVERY SYSTEM SUGGESTIONS
The delivery system is an arrangement of those components used from the pump
discharge to the placement site. This could consist of rubberized material hose, steel
piping, clamps, couplers and reducers. How this delivery system is set up, what
components are used will greatly affect the end result of efficient and productive concrete
pumping. The following suggestions are offered to assist in achieving your objective and
for your consideration in laying out the delivery line.
•Use the most direct line as is feasible from the concrete pump to the placement area.
•Set up the delivery line using a minimum of rubber hose. Rubber hose offers three
(3) times the resistance to the flow of concrete as compared to steel pipe.
•Concrete will also flow with less back-pressure through pipe than through hose.
•Minimize the use of bends in the hose. This requires more pumping pressure.
•Place the hoses or pipe to the farthest placement point from the hopper discharge
outlet FIRST. It is easier to remove lines than it is to add as the pumping operation
takes place.
•The steel pipe, elbows, and reducers and hoses should be equipped with heavy-duty
ends. These ends have a higher-pressure capability than the standard ends.
•Only connect together couplings or clamps that are clean and seals that will retain the
slurry in the delivery line. Dirty couplings LEAK and when pressurized the leaking of
water will inevitably cause blockage.
•DO NOT USE any worn or damaged hoses, pipes or couplings.
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•If the delivery line will cross rebars, support must be considered for the pipe so that it
does not contact the rebar mat.
•For best pumping results it is important to size the inside diameter of the pipe or
hose to that of the size of the aggregate in the concrete to be pumped. The general
rule is the inside diameter of the pump or hose shall be 3 to 4 times the size of the
largest aggregate in the mix. As an example:
1. Aggregate classified as 1 ½ inch (38mm) rock, 8 to 10% maximum content
by weight requires a 5 inch (127mm) diameter concrete delivery system.
2. Aggregate classified a 1 inch (25mm) rock, 10 to 15% maximum content by
weight, requires a 4 inch (100mm) diameter concrete delivery system.
3. Aggregate classified as ¾ inch (19mm)or smaller rock, 10 to 15% maximum
content by weight, requires a 3 inch (76mm) diameter concrete delivery
system.
•For vertical concrete delivery system, the vertical pipe line should be anchored to the
building or other supporting structures every 10 ft (3m) of height.
PRE-PUMPING PREPARATIONS
Again we REMIND you to make sure the machine is in PROPER WORKING CONDITION.
One of the worst, and possibly the most expensive, situation to encounter is to begin
pumping and have a failure occur due to NEGLIGENCE of a thorough pre-operation
inspection.
STARTING THE PUMP
Before starting diesel engine, check the position of the following controls and functions:
•That the PUMP CYCLE switch is OFF
•That the VOLUME CONTROL is CLOSED, screwed in.
•That the AGITATOR control lever is in OFF position.
•Check flush box is filled that sufficient lubrication oil or water exists. Replace cover.
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