RESQTEC Q1 User manual

USER MANUAL
Q1 CUTTER
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1. INTRODUCTION: SAFETY FIRST 03
1.1. Safety messages 03
1.2. General safety information 03
1.3. Safety information 04
1.4. Product identication 04
1.5. Applicable types 05
2. PRODUCT SUMMARY 06
2.1. Introduction 06
2.2. Product description 06
2.3. Component identication 06
3. PRODUCT RANGE 07
3.1. Products & Accessories 07
4. GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 08
4.1. Initial use 08
4.2. Preparation before use 08
4.3. Operation 09
4.4. Optimized 350 Bar 09
4.5. Quick action couplers 10
4.6. Connecting the Resqtec NEO1 Coupler 10
4.7. Disconnecting the Resqtec NEO1 Coupler 11
4.8. Connecting the Resqtec STD Coupler 12
4.9. Disconnecting the Resqtec STD Coupler 12
4.10. Using the pressure release 13
4.11. Operating the product 14
4.12. Adjusting the blades’ angle 15
5. SPECIFICATIONS 16
5.1. Technical specications 16
5.1.1 SI-system data 16
5.1.2 Imperial system data 16
5.1.3 Cutting capabilities 17
5.2. Technical drawings 18
5.2.1 Si-System Data 18
5.2.2 Imperial System Data 18
6. MAINTENANCE & STORAGE 19
6.1. Maintenance after use 19
6.2. Regular maintenance 21
6.3. Annual maintenance 23
6.4. Recommended storage 23
6.5. Decommissioning and recycling 23
7. WARNINGS & LIMITATIONS 24
7.1. General instruction 24
7.2. Twisting of blades 24
8. TROUBLESHOOTING 25
9. WARRANTY 26
10. DISCLOSURE 27
11. CONTACT 28

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1. INTRODUCTION: SAFETY FIRST
1.1. SAFETY MESSAGES
This manual contains safety messages. They point out potential hazards that could hurt you or others around you as well as damage the
equipment in use. These messages should therefore be read carefully and understood. They are highlighted by the safety alert symbol
as shown on the left:
The potential hazards are explained as to what could happen and how to avoid or reduce the chance for injury or damage.
Important information has been highlighted as well. To point out this information, a light bulb icon is used. It brings topics to your atten-
tion that could, for example, facilitate maintenance or to clarify when it is advisable to consult your distributor/supplier.
1.2 GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
The Resqtec equipment is designed to provide safe operation. All users should read and be thoroughly familiar with the operating instructions
and safety precautions stated in this manual. Operator safety depends on users being properly trained by the Authority having jurisdiction and
using the equipment for its intended purposes only. The following safety precautions must be observed at all times:
UNTRAINED USE OF RESQTEC EQUIPMENT AND ITS ACCESSORIES MAY RESULT IN VERY DANGEROUS AND POTENTIAL-
LY HARMFUL SITUATIONS. DO NOT ATTEMPT!
• Resqtec equipment must only be operated by people authorized and qualied by the Authority having jurisdiction.
• Be aware that this is not an all-encompassing training manual. This manual is meant as a reference-guide for working with this
specic piece of equipment, and the user should already be trained in and qualied for using the equipment.
• Suitable protective equipment must be worn as directed by the Authority having jurisdiction. At a minimum, this should include g
loves, helmet, eye protection and body protection — such as turnout gear.
• Prior to use, inspect all components for any signs of damage or fraying. Do not use damaged equipment.
• Stay alert. Do not operate the system when tired.
• Use only Resqtec authorized service parts.
• This equipment should only be used with accessories approved by Resqtec. Use of unauthorized accessories can result
in unpredictable and unreliable product operation and is therefore prohibited.

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1.3. SAFETY INFORMATION
Before using the equipment and its related products, conduct an overall size-up of the intended use and safeguard against potential hazards
before installing the product. Read and understand this manual before using the equipment.
THE WARNING AND SAFETY LABELS ON THE PRODUCT ALERT THE USER TO SPECIAL HAZARDS INHERENT
WITH ITS USE. SHOULD THEY BECOME DAMAGED OR UNREADABLE, CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER TO
OBTAIN A REPLACEMENT.
BEFORE INSTALLING THE PRODUCT, BE AWARE OF THE FOLLOWING:
• Make sure that no kink will form in any of the hoses during use. Make sure that the hose provides a free ow at all times. Failing to
do so may result in damage to the hose assembly and malfunction of your Resqtec system.
• Make sure no one on site is in danger or might get, when using Resqtec equipment. Be aware of your surroundings, the situation you
and the people around you are in, and what the consequences of the use of the Resqtec system are.
• When in use hold the product by the handles.
• NEVER, when in use, hold the product by any of its moving parts. Doing so can result in serious injury.
• NEVER, when in use, place your hands or any other body parts between the moving parts and a (stationary) object. Doing so can
result in serious personal injury.
• When using the Resqtec product, always ensure that the object is stable or stabilized by proper cribbing and/or shoring methods.
• NEVER pull a Resqtec product towards you by the hoses. Pick up the product by the handles instead, as intended.
• NEVER pull a hose to try to untangle it or to free a hose from an obstacle. Always direct your full attention to the problem; clear the
hose from the obstacle or untangle the hose before proceeding.
1.4. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Product identication is to make sure that this manual comes with a specic product and that this manual should always be available as a
reference guide to that equipment. It is mandatory that this manual is not separated from the product specied below during its service life. This
manual comes with Resqtec product type:
Q1 With serial number: Hydraulic uid used in product::RESQTEC OPTI-GREEN HF-15 BIODEGRADABLE
RESQTEC OPTI-GREEN HF-15 BIODEGRADABLE
SKYDROL (PHOSPHATE ESTER MCS 2361)
Distributor/Supplier information:

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1.5 APPLICABLE TYPES
This manual covers the following product types:
Article number Item description
4310.0010.RQ Q1 (NEO1 version)
4310.0000.XX** Q1 (HP/FF version)

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2. PRODUCT SUMMARY
2.1 INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing Resqtec. We are condent that we live up to your expectations. This manual has been compiled carefully to supply the
reader with all the necessary information. Read all the instructions before using the product to assure safe and optimal use of the product.
These instructions contain aspects relevant to safe and optimal use of the product.
The product has been manufactured by Resqtec Zumro. For addresses, please refer to the last page of this manual or to our internet site at
www.resqtec.com.
2.2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Q1 has been designed and engineered to assist reghters, USAR-teams and other rescue workers with the various rescue applications they
encounter. We are condent that the design of this product will enable those working in these environments to not only negotiate the obstacles
they encounter, but to perform their work more safely.
The Q1 is a double-acting hydraulic product designed to be driven by a Resqtec hydraulic pump. It is a very compact cutter, which can be operat-
ed by one or two persons. Its blades can rotate 180° to enable reaching places which are impossible to reach with conventional cutters.
The Q1 operates with hydraulic oil and 350 bar/5,075 PSI allowable pressure. To see which specic hydraulic uid your product uses, see chapter
1.4 of this manual, or look on the product label. Further information regarding the hydraulic uid in your system can be found in the “Material
Safety Data Sheet” or “MSDS” which came with your product.
2.3 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
180° ROTATIONAL
BLADES
PROTECTION COVER
NEO1 (MALE) COUPLER
PROTECTION HOSES
POSITIONING HANDLE
CONTROL HANDLE

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3. PRODUCT RANGE
3.1 PRODUCTS & ACCESSORIES
Article number Item description Picture Usage & Restrictions
4310.0010.RQ** Q1
See chapter 4 to 7 for
detailed usage &
restrictions descriptions.
4310.0000.XX** Q1
See chapter 4 to 7 for
detailed usage &
restrictions descriptions.

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4. GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
4.1 INITIAL USE
When receiving your equipment check for any sign of damage to the box, and report it to your distributor/supplier as damage could have oc-
curred during shipping. Unpack in upright position and check the product for damage. To make sure the product conforms to your specications,
check the product details on the label.
CHECK THE EQUIPMENT FOR EXTERNAL DAMAGE. NOTIFY YOUR DISTRIBUTOR/SUPPLIER IMMEDIATELY IF ANY DAM-
AGE IS FOUND. DO NOT USE DAMAGED EQUIPMENT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE!
In general we distinguish a couple of different types of operations;
• Connecting the Resqtec NEO1 coupler
• Disconnecting the Resqtec NEO1 coupler
• Connecting the Resqtec STD coupler
• Disconnecting the Resqtec STD coupler
• Using the pressure release
• Operating the product
• Rotating the Q1 blade
4.2 PREPARATION BEFORE USE
• Check the blades of the product. Do not use if they exhibit major
damage and/or do not function as intended.
• See chapter 6 for further information.
• Check the operation of the dead-man’s valve. It should return to
its neutral position when released.
• See chapter 6 for further information.
• Check the carrying handle. It must be rmly xed. • See chapter 6 for further information.
• Check the protection covers. They must be present and undamaged. • See chapter 6 for further information.

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4.3 OPERATION
The product is operated by the dead-man’s control handle:
• Rotating the control handle to the left will make the Q1’s blades open up.
• Rotating the control handle to the right will make the Q1’s blades close.
To keep extending or retracting keep the control handle rotated. Adjust the speed by rotating more or less.
To keep opening or closing the blades or arms, or extending or retracting the piston, keep the control handle rotated. Adjust the speed by rotat-
ing more or less.
By releasing the control handle the dead-man’s control will make the control handle return to neutral position. The pres-
sure in the product will remain due to the DIN-valve. The Q1’s blades cannot be moved by external forces.
4.4 OPTIMIZED 350 BAR
Resqtec products operate at 350 bar/5,075 PSI allowable pressure (Optimized 350 bar) which allows a smooth and more controlled product
operation. To support interoperability, Resqtec can also provide means to connect the products to other brands’ system components. Contact
your distributor/supplier for information about parts (couplers e.g.) to make your equipment ready for interoperability.
ALWAYS BE AWARE THAT TO CONNECT A RESQTEC PRODUCT TO ANY PUMP, THE SAME HYDRAULIC FLUID AND
COUPLERS NEED TO BE USED.
Your product can be supplied with the requested coupler(s) or can be changed in a later stadium by your distributor/
supplier. It is also possible to purchase an adaptor kit between different connectors. Contact your distributor/supplier if
you want to connect to another pump and change the uid and/or coupler if necessary.
In this manual the Resqtec NEO1 couplers and the Resqtec STD couplers are described; follow the instructions of your current couplers only.
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4.5 QUICK ACTION COUPLERS
The standard product is equipped with NEO1 quick action automatic by-pass couplers. This makes it possible to connect and disconnect both
pressure and return in one simple motion. It also allows you to connect and disconnect under full pump free ow pressure. If your product is sup-
plied with STD connectors, the connectors for pressure and return are separated. Make sure the pump is switched to neutral when connecting or
disconnecting these STD connectors. If your product is modied on your request with other couplers, please also refer to that coupler supplier’s
manual for proper additional instruction.
BEFORE USAGE, MAKE SURE TO CHECK THE FOLLOWING:
4.6 CONNECTING THE RESQTEC NEO1 COUPLER
• Make sure connectors (and pins) are clean to ensure proper operation.
• Pull both couplers to check whether the couplers are properly connected.
• If couplers do not have auto lock mechanism on the product, rotate the collar of female coupler to lock and prevent accidental release.
• If couplers do not have auto lock mechanism on the product, rotate the collar of female coupler to lock and prevent accidental release.
Make sure the dust caps are removed from both the coupler
(male & female):
• Female dust cap releases when female coupler is released
(rotate and pull back).
• Male dust cap releases by simply pulling it.
Align the NEO1 female coupler located on the hose with the
NEO1 male coupler located on the product.
Push to connect in one swift motion (if difcult to connect refer
to chapter 4.10 for pressure release).
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