REED ROCK MASTER A30HP 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 05 REED MODEL A30HP 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
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•Hydraulic leaks
•Hydraulic fluid level
•Cleanliness of fluid, filter condition indicator
•Hydraulic valves and control levers
•Hydraulic cylinders
3. HOPPER
•Grate in place not damaged
•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 MODEL A30HP
concrete pump. Carefully study these.
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CONTROL FAMILIARIZATION
The controls for operation of the MODEL A30HP 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 are on right portion of control box.
Each location or panel is dedicated to the operation of certain functions. These are noted
herein:
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1. 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.
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2. PRESSURE GAUGE – 3000 PSI
This hydraulic pressure gauge is used to indicate the hydraulic pressure of the
swing tube shift accumulator circuit.
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. If pump ON switch is ON it must be reset to OFF first.
4. CONTROL ON INDICATOR
This is a green indicator light, when lit denotes power is being supplied to control box.
5. HOURMETER
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.
6. ENGINE START SWITCH
This is a two (2) position key switch that is used to control the engine. Turn key to FAR
RIGHT position to engage starter; and then push ENGINE START button to start the
engine, key will put switch in SYSTEM ON position. To shut down engine, turn the key
counter-clockwise to SYSTEM OFF position.
7. PUMP ON INDICATOR LIGHT
This green light, located above the switch is used, when lit, to indicate the pump is on.
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8. STROKE CHANGE SWITCH
This 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 the instance of equalizing the stroking pistons. The allowance of the spring
return sets the machine back in forward stroke.
9. PUMP DIRECTION FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH
This is a two (2) position toggle switch and is used to control the cycle direction of the
concrete pump. Move toggle to UP position to activate FORWARD cycling. Move toggle
in DOWN position for REVERSE cycling.
10. PUMP REVERSE INDICATOR LIGHT
This green light, located below the switch is used, when lit, to indicate REVERSE pump
operation.
11. PUMP ON OFF SWITCH
This is a two (2) position toggle switch and is used to control the concrete pump. Move
toggle to UP position to activate PUMP-ON. Move toggle in DOWN position to turn
PUMP-OFF.
12. HORN / RESET
This is a momentary toggle switch and is used to activate the HORN and reactivate the
control and pump circuit after the machine has been shut down using the EMERGENCY
STOP switch. Once the emergency stop has been depressed it will be necessary to pull
out on the EMERGENCY STOP switch and move toggle of HORN/RESET switch
momentary to RESET position and sound horn.
13. THROTTLE CONTROL
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 be retained as set until reset.
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14. INDICATOR LIGHT GREEN
This green light, located below the switch is on when the LOCAL condition is selected.
15. 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.
16. INDICATOR LIGHT YELLOW
This yellow light, above the switch is on when the REMOTE condition.
17. VOLUME CONTROL
This control is installed on the main hydraulic pump, just forward of the hydraulic
tank. It is used to adjust volume output of the material cylinders which in turn is
controlled by the output of the hydraulic pump. Turning knob
COUNTERCLOCKWISE will INCREASE volume, turning knob CLOCKWISE will
DECREASE volume.
DO NOT VARY THE PUMP OUTPUT BY VARYING
ENGINE SPEED.
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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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1. POWER ON OFF / E-STOP SWITCH
This is a three (2) position maintained toggle switch. This STOP switch is used to shut
down the pump cycle in an EMERGENCY situation. Move toggle in DOWN position in to
STOP operation of pump cycling. Move toggle to UP position to REACTIVATE system.
2. PUMP ON OFF SWITCH
This is a two (2) position toggle switch and is used to control the concrete pump. Move
toggle to UP position to activate PUMP-ON. Move toggle in DOWN position to turn
PUMP-OFF.
3. PUMP DIRECTION FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH
This is a two (2) position toggle switch and is used to control the cycle direction of the
concrete pump. Move toggle to UP position to activate FORWARD cycling. Move toggle
in DOWN position for REVERSE cycling.
4. HORN
This is a two (2) position momentary toggle switch and is used to activate the HORN and
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 on the EMERGENCY STOP switch and move toggle of
HORN/RESET switch momentary to RESET position and sound horn.
5. PUMP STROKE CHANGE SWITCH
This 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 link plug. The
other function is when the switch is held DOWN and allow for end of stroke. High pressure
check or in the instance of equalizing the stroking pistons. The allowance of the spring
return sets the machine back in forward stroke.
6. ENGINE SPEED SWITCH
This is a three (3) position momentary return to center position toggle switch. It is used to
control and set the ENGINE speed. Activate the toggle switch UP and hole to INCREASE
RPM; move toggle to DOWN and hold to DECREASE RPM. Speed of engine will be
retained as set until reset. Center Position of switch is neutral.
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RADIO REMOTE CONTROL FAMILIARIZATION
(NOTE: REFER TO VENDOR SECTION FOR ADDITONAL INFORMATION)
A hand held micro control base radio remote control unit is provided and 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 on the trailer’s front cover.
The transmitter functions can then be activated by pressing the corresponding button. The
receiver is operated by turning on the REMOTE CONTROL switch on the control panel. With
the switch on, the BLUE light on the receiver will rapidly blink for approximately 3 seconds and
then the BLUE light will be lit constantly. When this happens, the receiver is now ready for
operations. The transmitter(handheld) must be turned on by pressing the ON button. Now that
The transmitter is on, it will flash a BLUE light by pressing any function. This action shows that
the transmitter and receiver are now linked, ready for operations.
Each receiver is programmed to work with
transmitter with the same pre-programmed ID code.
If you are changing the transmitter that was working with its respective receiver, the
programming pin must be energized to reprogram the receiver to work with the new transmitter.
This allows the receiver to recognize the new transmitter.
The above feature allows to trailer mounted concrete pump work in close vicinity of each other
without interfering with each other. If the receiver receives data from a transmitter with a
different ID code, the error code light will flash the appropriate error code and none of the
function will response to the transmitter with wrong ID code.
RADIO REMOTE OPERATION
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. (Green)
•Press the POWER ON button and hold approximately (3) three seconds. The BLUE
TRANSMIT INDICATORS will alternate until radio communication is attained.
•To deactivate the E-STOP function the HORN must be sounded, to do this press the
horn button. NOTE (The horn must be sounded always after any E-STOP function or
local to remote on the control box is selected.)
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•When ready to cycle pump, press the transmitter PUMP ON button. To stop the pump,
press the transmitter PUMP OFF button. The GREEN TRANSMIT INDICATOR light
should go on during any transmit function.
•To change the pump direction to reverse, press the REVERSE button. To resume
forward pumping press the reverse button once more. NOTE (The indicator lights on
the door of the control box will illuminate to show functions of remote condition.)
•To turn off the radio transmitter PRESS and HOLD about 3 seconds the RED power
button until the RED BATTERY And GREEN TRANSMIT indicators stop flashing.
NOTE (At this time if a button is pushed the Green light on the transmitter will not
illuminate. If the radio transmitter is not turned off after the job is done the
BATTERY WILL DISCHARGE.
Do not leave the transmitter unattended with the pump
engine is operating.
The console contains the following functions:
1. POWER ON OFF / E-STOP BUTTON
This is a power on off / emergency button and is used to shut down the pump in an
emergency situation. Power is being used any time the power button is pressed or the
transmitter power is on. To turn transmitter POWER OFF, PRESS and HOLD the power
button until the BLUE TRANSMIT indicators stop flashing (about 3 seconds).
2. RED BATTERY INDICATOR
This RED BATTERY indicator turns on when the batteries reach a pre-set level.
This indicator will remain on when the battery voltage is low. There is enough power in
the battery for about 60 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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BASE TRANSMITTER-HANDHELD
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To change the transmitter battery, remove the battery cover on the back of the transmitter.
Dispose of the old battery properly and replace with a 9 volt alkaline battery.
3. BLUE TRANSMIT INDICATOR
This green TRANSMIT indicator will light when there is good data received from a
transmitter.
4. PUMP ON BUTTON
5. PUMP OFF BUTTON
6. INCREASE ENGINE RPM BUTTON
7. DECREASE ENGINE RPM BUTTON
8. STROKE CHANGE BUTTON
9. PUMP REVERSE BUTTON
10. PUMP FORWARD BUTTON
11. HORN BUTTON
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TOWING THE TRAILER
The REED MODEL A30HP 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 MODEL A30HP is equipped with a torsion bar single type axle, 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.
•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.
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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. Damage will occur.!!!!
•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 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. WARRENTY 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.
•If the delivery line will cross rebars, support must be considered for the pipe so that it
does not contact the rebar mat.
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•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
•Check flush box is filled that sufficient lubrication oil or water exists. Replace cover.
When you have completed the above checks, the unit is ready for start up.
•At the main control panel, turn key switch and start engine. When engine starts,
release key.
•Check that CONTROL LOCATION switch is in LOCAL position.
•Allow a few minutes for engine to warm up.
•Increase engine RPM by adjusting THROTTLE control to desired engine speed.
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•Check the swing tube pressure gauge (3000 PSI/210 BAR gauge) that it is
operational. Gauge should read approximately 2300 PSI (140 BAR).
•Pressure gauge (6000 PSI/420 BAR) will only indicate pressure when pump switch is
ON.
•DO NOT CYCLE PUMP unless water or material has been placed in the hopper.
•To cycle pump adjust THROTTLE to attain the VOLUME that is desired.
•Place pump switch to ON position. The hydraulic drive and material cylinders will now
cycle.
•Turn pump switch OFF to stop cycling.
At START-UP, ALWAYS OPERATE AT LOW SPEED
until proper operation has been assured.
PRIMING THE PUMP SYSTEM
Before proceeding to cycle and pump concrete material it will be necessary to prime the pump
system and delivery lines. This operation consists of pumping a coating of lubrication grout
through the S-tube and delivery lines to enable the regular concrete mix to flow smoothly.
The grout used for priming and lubrication should consist of two (2) parts sand and one (1) part
cement and mixed to a consistency of thick soup. This will coat the delivery line ahead of the
actual material mix and will assist in preventing the possibility of packing when the line is filled
with regular mix.
How much grout will be needed depends on the length of the delivery line as well as the
material being pumped. Experience will eventually indicate the amount to be required.
•Using a water hose wet down the inside of the hopper with about one (1) gallon of water.
•When the concrete from the ready-mix truck is ready to be placed in the hopper, pour the
grout into hopper.
•Adjust THROTTLE to FULL RPM
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