RGC C150 User manual

C150 CAST SPEEDHOOK
INSTRUCTIONS
REIMANN & GEORGER CORPORATION
CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS BUFFALO, NY
P/N 6122058 3/25/15

TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER TITLE PAGE
1 SAFETY ........................................................................................................................................1
1.1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................................1
1.2 Safety Definitions...........................................................................................................................1
1.3 Safety Labels ..................................................................................................................................1
1.4 Safety Rules....................................................................................................................................1
2 INSTALLATION AND SETUP ..................................................................................................3
2.1 Planning the Cut .............................................................................................................................3
2.2 Mounting the Speedhook to Wall ...................................................................................................3
2.3 Mounting the Bracket to the Hydracutter........................................................................................4
3 OPERATION................................................................................................................................6
3.1 Before Making the Cut ...................................................................................................................6
3.2 Cutting Procedure...........................................................................................................................6
3.3 Preparing for Shutdown..................................................................................................................6
4 TROUBLESHOOTING...............................................................................................................8
5 PARTS LIST.................................................................................................................................9
LIST OF FIGURES
FIGURE DESCRIPTION PAGE
2-1 Speedhook Cutting Dimensions......................................................................................................3
2-2 C150 Cast frame drilling Layout ....................................................................................................4
2-3 C150 Cast Speedhook Assembly....................................................................................................5
2-4 C150 Cast Speedhook Assembly....................................................................................................5
3-1 Cutting Procedure...........................................................................................................................7
5-1 C150 Speedhook Assembly Drawing ............................................................................................10
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1 SAFETY
1.1 INTRODUCTION
Your Reimann & Georger Corporation C150 Speedhook enables straight line cutting with reduced chain wear and operator
fatigue. The C150 Hydracutter mounted on the Speedhook is a safe, well-designed and well-built system. However, the
system can still malfunction or become hazardous in the hands of an inexperienced and/or untrained user. Therefore, read
this manual and related equipment manuals thoroughly before using your Speedhook to provide maximum safety for all
operating personnel, and to get the maximum benefit from your equipment.
1.2 SAFETY DEFINITIONS
A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could injure you or others or cause property damage. The safety
messages or signal words for product safety signs are DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION. Each safety message is
preceded by a safety alert symbol and is defined as follows:
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will cause death or serious injury. This
safety message is limited to the most extreme situations.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It
may also be used to alert against unsafe practices that may result in property-damage-only accidents.
1.3 SAFETY LABELS
These labels warn you of potential hazards that could cause injury. Read them carefully. If a label comes off or becomes
illegible, contact Reimann & Georger Corporation for a free replacement.
1.4 SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
OBSERVE ALL THE SAFETY RULES IN THE C150 HYDRACUTTER MANUAL IN
ADDITION TO THOSE LISTED BELOW. FAILURE TO DO THIS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
1. Operators must be thoroughly trained before using the Speedhook and associated C150 Hydracutter. A trained person
is one who has read and thoroughly understands this instruction manual and related equipment manuals and, through
training and experience, has shown knowledge regarding the safe operational procedures.
2. Do not use the Speedhook or the saw if either shows any signs of damage.
3. Never set up the Speedhook in an explosive atmosphere and/or near combustible material that could be ignited by a
spark.
4. Sawing area must be kept clear of unauthorized personnel at all times. On both sides of a wall, place barricades or
secure the area with signs and a roped boundary to prevent personnel injury.
5. Use all personal protective equipment as defined by the employer. As a minimum, safety glasses, safety shoes, hard
hat, and gloves must be worn.
6. Do not set up the Speedhook or start cutting without first de-energizing electrical wiring near the cutting site or
imbedded in the concrete.
7. Before cutting through a wall, check both sides for possible obstructions.
8. Always operate the saw in a well-ventilated area.
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9. Never operate the saw on the Speedhook without the chain guard and Speedhook splashguard in place.
10. Keep the saw handles dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel.
11. Always hold the saw with both hands during operation. Use a firm grip on the handles.
12. Keep clothing and all parts of the body away from moving parts of the saw when connected to a power source or when
being used.
13. Never adjust or service the saw during operation or while connected to the HydraPak.
14. Know how to stop the associated HydraPak quickly in case of emergency.
15. The slurry formed during cutting operations is very slick. Remove while still wet to prevent yourself or others from
slipping while cutting. Slurry that has been allowed to dry is very difficult to remove.
16. Do not use the saw or Speedhook when you are tired or fatigued, or when under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication.
17. Always shut off the hydraulic and cooling water sources when not using the equipment.
18. At end of operation, secure the HydraPak and saw to prevent unauthorized use. Never assume you will find the
equipment in the same condition in which you left it.
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2INSTALLATION AND SETUP
2.1 PLANNING THE CUT
1. Insure the available space in the cutting area is adequate for using the Speedhook. The length of the Speedhook is 42
inches (105 cm) and the width is 3.5 inches (89 mm).
2. Outline the cut with a permanent marker.
3. Layout concrete anchor marks, labeled “A” in Figure 2-1, 3-5/16 inches (83 mm) inside each cut line.
4. Drill the anchor holes 2-1/4 inches deep with a 3/8-inch (9.52 mm) masonry drill bit. The anchor bolts cannot extend
out of the wall more than 1-3/8 inches (35 mm), or interference can occur.
5. Always use the following cutting sequence. Start with the right-hand side cut first, then the bottom, and then the top.
Save the left-hand side cut for last. When using this sequence, you will only need to reverse the axle on the saw
bracket for the last cut.
6. Insure that any falling cut concrete will not injure operator or bystanders. Clear the work area of all unauthorized
personnel.
Figure 2-1
Speedhook Cutting Dimensions
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2.2 MOUNTING THE SPEEDHOOK TO WALL
1. Loosely attach the rail to the wall for making the needed horizontal and vertical adjustments.
2. Use the scribe line at the bottom of the rail to line up where you want the cut to end.
3. Position the outside of the rail, labeled “B” in Figure 2-1, exactly 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) from the center of the cut line
and securely tighten the anchors.
2.3 MOUNTING THE BRACKET TO THE HYDRACUTTER
WARNING:
BEFORE MOUNTING THE BRACKET TO THE HYDRACUTTER, DISCONNECT THE SAW
FROM THE HYDRAULIC POWER SOURCE TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTUP.
1. Two 11/32 holes must be drilled in C150 cast frame of saw. Refer to figure 2-2 for hole location layout.
2. Do NOT try to mount the bracket and the associated hardware to anything other than the C150 Hydracutter.
3. Position the mounting bracket (detail 6) on the inside of the saw frame next to the bar. Use (2) 5/16-18 x ½” socket
head cap screws(detail 12) to mount to saw frame.
4. Position the splash guard bracket (detail 4) over the top hole in the mounting bracket. The splash guard (detail 2) will
run along the upper length of the bar. Secure mounting bracket to the frame and the splash guard to the mounting
bracket with the 5/16” x 1/2” socket head cap screw supplied. See Figure 2-3.
5. Install the supplied 5/16” x 1/2” socket head cap screw into the bottom hole of the mounting bracket.
6. Insert the axle (detail 5) into the mounting bracket (detail 6) and firmly tighten the knob (details 7, 8 & 10).
Figure 2-2
C150 Cast Frame Drilling Layout
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Figure 2-3
Speedhook Assembly
Figure 2-4
Speedhook Assembly
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3OPERATION
3.1 BEFORE MAKING THE CUT
1. Read and fully understand the entire C150 Hydracutter manual before proceeding.
2. Review all the safety procedures described in Chapter 1 of this manual.
WARNING:
CHECK FOR LIVE ELECTRICAL WIRING AND OTHER OBSTRUCTIONS NEAR THE
CUTTING AREA OR IN THE CONCRETE. FAILURE TO DO THIS CAN CAUSE DEATH,
SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
3. Clear the working area of all bystanders. On both sides of a wall, place barricades or secure the area in such a manner
that no personnel would be injured by flying construction debris.
4. Ensure all personnel are using the appropriate safety equipment as defined by the employer. As a minimum, safety
glasses, safety shoes, hard hat, and gloves must be worn.
5. Read and fully understand the operating manual for the hydraulic power source being used.
6. Ensure that no hydraulic hose is kinked or bent at a sharp angle.
3.2 CUTTING PROCEDURE
Refer to Figure 3-1.
1. Grasp the auxiliary handle of the Hydracutter with your left hand. Use the appropriate part of the handle for engaging
the axial mount into the hooks of the track near the beginning of the cut. The axial mount and track hooks are shown as
items #1 and #2, respectively, in Figure 3-1.
2. Grasp the trigger with your right hand.
3. Disengage the trigger lockout. Then depress (squeeze) the trigger to start the saw.
4. Rotate the saw into the wall, making sure the cut starts exactly on the cut line. This will insure straight cuts.
5. When starting a cut, do not force the chain into the cutting medium. Jarring impacts can decrease the life and
performance of the chain.
6. A constant chain speed is important for optimum cutting. Aggressive plunge forces may cause the saw to jam when
exiting the cut.
7. As the saw approaches the end of its rotation, keep the chain running and index to the next set of hooks. It is easier to
index if the saw has not reached full 90º.
3.3 PREPARING FOR SHUTDOWN
1. At the completion of the cut, leave the cooling water on and run the saw for 15 seconds with the bar tip down. This will
flush slurry and debris from the system.
2. Stop the saw by releasing the trigger lever.
3. Follow the shutdown procedure for the Hydracutter as described in the C150 manual.
4. Allow the system and hydraulic fluid to cool before disconnecting hydraulic hoses.
5. Wash concrete slurry from saw assembly and Speedhook.
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6. Spray entire Speedhook, saw, chain, bar, and drive sprocket with a light weight penetrating oil. This will minimize rust
and reduce slurry buildup on saw assembly.
7. Secure the hydraulic power source and Hydracutter to prevent unauthorized use.
Figure 3-1.
Cutting Procedure
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4TROUBLESHOOTING
The following chart is intended to assist with troubleshooting problems related to the C150 Speedhook. While not all
inclusive, the chart outlines the most common causes of a problem and the recommended course of action.
The troubleshooting guide for problems related directly to the C150 Hydracutter is in the instruction manual specifically for
this unit.
SYMPTOM
CAUSE AND CORRECTIVE ACTION
Axle knob is loose.
Lock washer missing or installed properly.
Poor cutting performance.
Speedhook not securely fastened to the wall—insure mounting
anchors have not loosened from concrete. If track becomes loose,
Speedhook will not cut straight.
Difficulty indexing.
Saw is running below speed—keep the saw running at full rpm while
indexing. Index before the saw rotates fully 90º into the wall.
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