RESQTEC X2 User manual

USER MANUAL
SPREADER X-SERIES
ENGLISH ORIGINAL RESQTEC USER MANUAL
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1. INTRODUCTION: SAFETY FIRST! 04
1.1. Safety messages 04
1.2. General safety information 04
1.3. Safety information 05
1.4. Productidentication   05
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. Ultimate PressureTM 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. Rotating jaws 15
4.13. Attaching chains and shackles 16
5. SPECIFICATIONS 17
5.1. Technicalspecications      17
5.1.1 SI-system data 17
5.1.2 Imperial system data 20
5.2. Forcespecications   23
5.2.1 SI-system data 23
5.2.2 Imperial system data 23
5.3. Technical drawings 24
5.3.1 SI-system data 24
5.3.2 Imperial system data 25
6. MAINTENANCE & STORAGE 26
6.1. Maintenance after use 26
6.2. Regular maintenance 28
6.3. Annual maintenance 29
6.4. Recommended storage 29
6.5. Decommissioning & recycling 29
7. TROUBLESHOOTING 30
8. WARRANTY 31
9. DISCLOSURE 32
10. CONTACT 33

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1. INTORDUCTION: 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
attention 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 rescue 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 tool for its intended purposes only. The following safety precautions must be observed at all times:
UNTRAINED USE OF RESQTEC PRODUCTS AND ITS ACCESSORIES MAY RESULT IN VERY DANGEROUS AND
POTENTIALLY HARMFUL SITUATIONS. DO NOT ATTEMPT!
•Resqtecrescue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rescueequipment.
• Suitable protective equipment must be worn as directed by the Authority having jurisdiction. At a minimum, this should include
gloves, 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
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1.3. SAFETY INFORMATION
Before using the equipment and its related products and accessories, 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 or between the arms/jaws and a
(stationary) object. Doing so can result in serious personal injury.
• When using a Resqtec product, always make sure 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 and accompanying “Service Booklet” are not separated from the product
speciedbelowduringitsservicelife.ThismanualcomeswithResqtecproducttype:
1.5. APPLICABLE TYPES
This manual covers the following product types:
X
Distributor/Supplier information:
With serial number: Hydraulic fluid used in product:
RESQTEC OPTI-GREEN HF-15 BIODEGRADABLE
RESQTEC OPTI-GREEN HF-46 BIODEGRADABLE
SKYDROL (PHOSPHATE ESTER MCS 2361)
ARTICLE NUMBER ITEM DESCRIPTION
4720.0000.** X2
4744.0000.** X4
4760.0000.** X6

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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spreadershave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 spreaders are double-acting hydraulic products designed to be driven by a Resqtec hydraulic pump. The products operate 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
PROTECTION COVERS
CARRYING HANDLE
(ROTATABLE) JAWS
OUTER ARM GRIP
NEO1 (MALE) COUPLER
CONTROL HANDLE
INNER ARM GRIP
SPREADER ARM
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3. PRODUCT RANGE
3.1. PRODUCTS & ACCESSORIES
ARTICLE NUMBER ITEM DESCRIPTION PICTURE USAGE & RESTRICTIONS
4720.0000.** X2
4744.0000.** X4
4760.0000.** X6
2310.3000 Chain and shackle set X-Series
2160.6125 Aircraft jaw set X-Series

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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
occurred 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 THE DISTRIBUTOR/SUPPLIER IMMEDIATELY IF ANY
DAMAGE 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 jaws
• Attaching chains and shackles
4.2. PREPARATION BEFORE USE
• Check the arms 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 leftward will make the spreader arms open up (spread).
• Rotating the control handle rightward will make the spreader arms close (squeeze).
To keep extending or retracting keep the control handle rotated. Adjust the speed by rotating more or less.
By releasing the control handle the dead-man’s control will make the control handle return to neutral position.
The pressure in the product will remain due to the DIN-valve. The spreader arms cannot be moved by external forces.
4.4. ULTIMATE PRESSURE™
Resqtec products operate at 350 bar/5,075 PSI allowable pressure (ULTIMATE PRESSURE™), which allows a smooth and more controlled tool
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.
NEUTRAL
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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
supplied 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 collar of female coupler to lock and prevent accidental release.
• Unroll hose reels to their full extend. Make sure that no pressure is applied before unrolling.
Make sure the dust caps are removed from both the couplers (male & female):
• Female dust cap releases when female coupler is released (rotate and pull back).
• Male dust cap releases by simply pulling it.
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Align the NEO1 female coupler located on the hose with the NEO1 male coupler
located on the product.
2
Pushtoconnectinoneswiftmotion(ifdifculttoconnectrefertochapter4.10for
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4.7. DISCONNECTING THE RESQTEC NEO1 COUPLER
Rotate the NEO1 female coupler unlock ring in the direction of the arrow and pull backwards.
Make sure the control handle is not engaged when disconnecting (neutral
position).
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The NEO1 female coupler on the hose ejects automatically.
Afewdropsofuiddischargeisnormal.
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Make sure the dust caps are placed back on both couplers (male & female).
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4.8. CONNECTING THE RESQTEC STD COUPLER
4.9. DISCONNECTING THE RESQTEC STD COUPLER
Check whether the pump relief valve is in its neutral/release pressure relief position (with exception of NEO1).
NEVER TRY TO CONNECT THE COUPLERS IF THE PUMP IS SWITCHED TO OPERATION.
Remove the dust caps from the couplers.
AligntheSTDcouplerandpushthemaleandfemalepartrmlyintoeachother.
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2
3
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Rotate the collar on the STD coupler until the cutout on the collar is in front of the ball.
Then push the collar towards the female connector.
The male connector will be ejected automatically.
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4.10. USING THE PRESSURE RELEASE
Insomesituations,pressuremaybuild-upintheproduct,makingitdifculttoconnect.Thispressurecaneasilybe
released.
For STD couplers a separate pressure release tool is available. Contact your distributor/supplier for details.
Take the NEO1 male dust cap and turn it around. The opposite side of the dust cap contains
the pressure release activator. Align the backside of the NEO1 male dust cap with the NEO1
male coupler.
Push the pressure release activator pin, located on the backside of the NEO1 male dust cap,
onto the NEO1 male coupler which contains the pressure release valve.
NOTE THAT A SLIGHT AMOUNT OF HYDRAULIC FLUID WILL EJECT AT
THIS POINT!
MAKE SURE TO WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING.
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4.11. OPERATING THE PRODUCT
BEFORE STORING THE PRODUCT, IT IS RECOMMENDED TO DEPRESSURIZE THE CYLINDER. TO DO THIS, OPEN THE
ARMS WITH JUST A FEW MM BETWEEN THE SPREADER JAWS.
Connect a hydraulic hose to
the product and power unit.
Start the hydraulic power unit
(and open the valve).
Rotate the control handle
leftwards to open the arms.
Keep the handle leftwards.
Rotate the control handle
rightwards to close the arms.
Keep the handle rightwards.
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2
3
4
See chapter 4.6. or 4.8.
Please refer to the power unit’s user manual for additional information.

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4.12. ROTATING JAWS
Push/pull the pin towards the green side.
The pin clicks when put in top position.
If applicable: rotate the jaw 180°.
Put the desired jaw back into place on the arms.
Push the pin back into the arms.
The pin clicks when put back into place.
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4.13. ATTACHING CHAINS AND SHACKLES
Take off the jaws by pushing/pulling the pins out.
The pin clicks when put in top position.
Pull the pin out completely.
Attach the dedicated pulling jaws and push the chain & shackle pin
(red labeled) into the arm.
The pin clicks when put into place.
Push the unlock button of the pulling jaw.
You can now see the lock pin creates an opening for the chain to enter.
Slide the chain into the chamber.
Release the button of the pulling jaw.
Make sure the chain is locked by the pin.
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5. SPECIFICATIONS
5.1. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
The spreaders have a series of different capacities at different points of the stroke and different points at the jaws and
protection plates. An overview of forces is given below.
5.1.1 SI-SYSTEM DATA
1 Maximum is a theoretical force that cannot be measured
SPREADER X2 NEO1-COUPLER STD-COUPLER
Nominal pressure 350 bar
Tailhose safety factor - 8:1 (2,800 bar)
Dimensions (L x W x H) 729 x 308 x 267 mm
Operational weight 15.0 kg 16.1 kg
Max. spreading opening 607 mm
Spreading force at base of arm teeth1105 - 342 kN/
10.7 – 34.9 tons
Spreading force at base of jaw 67.6 – 173.2 kN/
6.9 – 17.7 tons
Spreading force 25 mm from tips 38.4 – 83.2 kN/
3.9 – 8.5 tons
NFPA HSF 76.7 kN / 7.8 tons
NFPA LSF 34.7 kN / 3.5 tons
Max. pulling opening 426 mm
Pulling force 45.9 – 91.2 kN/
4.7- 9.3 tons
NFPA HPF 59.6 kN / 6.1 tons
NFPA LPF 27.4 kN / 2.8 tons
Squeezing force at base of arm teeth166.3 – 120.9 kN/
6.7 – 12.3 tons
EN 13204 AS38.4-607-15.0
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SPREADER X4 NEO1-COUPLER STD-COUPLER
Nominal pressure 350 bar
Tailhose safety factor - 8:1 (2,800 bar)
Dimensions (L x W x H) 826 x 350 x 312 mm
Operational weight 21.2 kg 22.5 kg
Max. spreading opening 687 mm
Spreading force at base of arm teeth1102.7 – 3,474.0 kN /
10.5 - 354.2 ton
Spreading force at base of jaw 71.8 - 213.6 kN /
7.3 - 21.8 ton
Spreading force 25 mm from tips 53.0 - 91.0 kN /
5.4 - 9.3 ton
NFPA HSF 82.3 kN / 8.4 ton
NFPA LSF 49.4 kN / 5.0 ton
Max. pulling opening 532 mm
Pulling force 63.4 - 128.1 kN /
6.5 - 13.1 ton
NFPA HPF 74.9 kN / 7.6 ton
NFPA LPF 45.8 kN / 4.7 ton
Squeezing force at base of arm teeth1176.7 - 289.0 kN /
18.0 - 29.5 ton
EN 13204 AS53-687-21.2
NFPA 1936 Compliant

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SPREADER X6 NEO1-COUPLER STD-COUPLER
Nominal pressure 350 bar
Tailhose safety factor - 8:1 (2,800 bar)
Dimensions (L x W x H) 915 x 350 x 312 mm
Operational weight 25.5 kg 26.7 kg
Max. spreading opening 802 mm
Spreading force at base of arm teeth1109.0 – 2,273.8 kN /
11.1 - 231.9 ton
Spreading force at base of jaw 77.7 - 172.0 kN /
7.9 - 17.5 ton
Spreading force 25 mm from tips 60.4 - 87.4 kN /
6.2 - 8.9 ton
NFPA HSF 80.9 kN / 8.3 ton
NFPA LSF 57.0 kN / 5.8 ton
Max. pulling opening 633 mm
Pulling force 69.3 - 110.6 kN /
7.1 - 11.3 ton
NFPA HPF 74.2 kN / 7.6 ton
NFPA LPF 52.8 kN / 5.4 ton
Squeezing force at base of arm teeth1173.4 - 245.7 kN /
17.7 - 25.0 ton
EN 13204 BS60.4-802-25.5
NFPA 1936 Compliant

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5.1.2 IMPERIAL SYSTEM DATA
1 Maximum is a theoretical force that cannot be measured
SPREADER X2 NEO1-COUPLER STD-COUPLER
Nominal pressure 5,075 PSI
Tailhose safety factor - 8:1 (40,600 PSI)
Dimensions (L x W x H) 28 3/4’’ x 12 1/8’’ x 10 1/2’’
Operational weight 33.1 lbs 35.5 lbs
Max. spreading opening 23 7/8’’
Spreading force at base of arm teeth123,605 – 76,885 lbs /
11.8 - 38.4 US ton
Spreading force at base of jaw 15,197 – 38,937 lbs /
7.6 - 19.5 US ton
Spreading force 1" from from tips 8,633 – 18,704 lbs /
4.9 - 8.4 US ton
NFPA HSF 17,243 lbs / 8.6 US ton
NFPA LSF 7,801 lbs / 3.9 US ton
Max. pulling opening 16 3/4’’
Pulling force 10,319 – 20,503 lbs /
5.2 - 10.3 US ton
NFPA HPF 13,399 lbs / 6.7 US ton
NFPA LPF 6,160 lbs / 3.1 US ton
Squeezing force at base of arm teeth114,905 – 27,179 lbs /
7.5 - 13.6 US ton
EN 13204 AS38.4-607-15.0
NFPA 1936 Compliant

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1 Maximum is a theoretical force that cannot be measured
SPREADER X4 NEO1-COUPLER STD-COUPLER
Nominal pressure 5,075 PSI
Tailhose safety factor - 8:1 (40.600 PSI)
Dimensions (L x W x H) 32 1/2’’ x 13 3/4’’ x 12 1/4’’
Operational weight 46.7 lbs 49.6 lbs
Max. spreading opening 27’’
Spreading force at base of arm teeth123,088 – 780,986 lbs /
11.5 - 390.5 US ton
Spreading force at base of jaw 16,141 – 48,019 lbs /
8.1 - 24.0 US ton
Spreading force 1" from from tips 11,915 - 20,458 lbs /
6.0 - 10.2 US ton
NFPA HSF 18,519 lbs / 9.3 US ton
NFPA LSF 11,106 lbs / 5.6 US ton
Max. pulling opening 21’’
Pulling force 14,253 – 28,798 lbs /
7.1 - 14.4 US ton
NFPA HPF 16,838 lbs / 8.4 US ton
NFPA LPF 10,296 lbs / 5.1 US ton
Squeezing force at base of arm teeth139,724 – 64,970 lbs /
19.9 - 32.5 US ton
EN 13204 AS53-687-21.2
NFPA 1936 Compliant