Sutphen Aerial 110 Installation instructions
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Aerial 110 and 112 Models
Operator and Maintenance Manual
IMPORTANT
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING
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COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR DEATH.
SUTPHEN
Since 1890
Rev.16- Dec 2022
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Chapter 1
Operator Manual
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1.1 Introduction........................................................................................ 1-3
1.2 Aerial Platform Operation.................................................................. 1-4
Operation Safety Points ................................................................. 1-4
1.3 Safety Tags......................................................................................... 1-8
Warning/Danger/Caution Labels List ......................................... 1-26
Safety Tags Location ................................................................... 1-28
1.4 Cab Setup Procedures ...................................................................... 1-33
Locating the Vehicle .................................................................... 1-33
Activating the Hydraulic System.................................................. 1-33
1.5 Cab Setup for Fire Pump Operation................................................. 1-34
1.6 Aerial Setup Procedures................................................................... 1-36
1.7 Stabilizing System............................................................................ 1-36
1.8 Safety Pins........................................................................................ 1-41
1.9 Transfer Fluid for Aerial Operation ................................................. 1-43
1.10 Stabilizer Interlock System .............................................................. 1-45
Stabilizer Interlock Override Procedure ..................................... 1-45
1.11 Rotation Interlock System................................................................ 1-46
1.12 Smart Boom Warning System.......................................................... 1-47
1.13 Aerial Operational Controls ............................................................. 1-49
Raise/Lower ................................................................................. 1-50
Rear/Bucket Warning Tags .......................................................... 1-29
Rear/Bucket Warning Tags List.................................................... 1-32
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Extend/Retract ............................................................................. 1-51
Rotation........................................................................................ 1-51
Fairfield Drive Rotation Brake.................................................... 1-52
General Information ............................................................. 1-52
Location of The Rotation Brake ........................................... 1-53
Releasing the Brake Valve ................................................... 1-53
High-Speed Control ..................................................................... 1-55
Low Range Switch........................................................................ 1-56
Auxiliary Hydraulic Power Switch .............................................. 1-56
1.14 Water Delivery System .................................................................... 1-57
Telescopic Waterway ................................................................... 1-57
Platform Water System ................................................................ 1-58
1.15Draining the Fire Pump.................................................................... 1-58
1.17 Platform Mounting and Leveling System ........................................ 1-60
Leveling System Override ........................................................... 1-60
1.18 Optional Breathing Air System........................................................ 1-61
1.19 Climbing Aerial or Using as an Escapeway..................................... 1-62
1.20 Rappelling ........................................................................................ 1-62
1.21 Loading Hose ................................................................................... 1-62
1.22 Aerial Take-Down Procedures......................................................... 1-63
Stowing the Aerial Device............................................................ 1-63
1.16Cold Weather Operations................................................................. 1-59
Draining the Waterway................................................................ 1-59
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Chapter 2
Maintenance Manual
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2.1 Aerial Maintenance ............................................................................ 2-3
Outrigger Beams............................................................................ 2-3
Main Lift Cylinders........................................................................ 2-3
Pivot Shaft Bearings ...................................................................... 2-3
Turntable Bearing.......................................................................... 2-3
Fairfield Drive .............................................................................. 2-4
Aerial Extension/Retraction Cylinders .......................................... 2-5
Sheaves and Cables ....................................................................... 2-5
Cable Adjustment Procedure for
SPI 110, SAI 110, SPH 112 and SP110 ......................................... 2-6
Before Extending Aerial ......................................................... 2-6
Slide Block .................................................................................... 2-19
Lubrication ............................................................................ 2-19
Description ............................................................................ 2-19
Daily Preventative Maintenance (PM) .................................. 2-19
Before Beginning .................................................................. 2-20
Standard Operating Procedure ............................................. 2-21
Periodic Preventative Maintenance (PM) ............................. 2-23
Cable Track.................................................................................. 2-24
Maintenance ......................................................................... 2-24
Waterway and Seals..................................................................... 2-26
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Chapter 3
Warranty
Aerial Platform or Aerial Ladder Structural and Corrosion Warranty
Thirty (30) Years................................................................................ 3-3
Aerial Platform and Aerial Ladder Mechanical Warranty
Two (2) Years .................................................................................... 3-4
Hydraulic Oil Tank ...................................................................... 2-27
SP 110 Fitted with KFS 4682 Hydraulic Reservoir..................... 2-29
Fuel Tank ..................................................................................... 2-31
2.2 Maintenance of Structure ................................................................. 2-31
Aluminum Tower Structure.......................................................... 2-31
Attachment of Support Structure to Truck Frame ....................... 2-31
2.3 Sutphen-Recommended Torque Schedule
for Various Fasteners ....................................................................... 2-32
Daily/Weekly Walk-Around Check for Mobile Fire Apparatus
Hydraulic Oil Tank Fill Procedure.............................................. 2-28
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Chapter 1
Operator Manual
Page
1.1 Introduction........................................................................................ 1-3
1.2 Aerial Platform Operation.................................................................. 1-4
Operation Safety Points ................................................................. 1-4
1.3 Safety Tags......................................................................................... 1-8
Warning/Danger/Caution Labels List ......................................... 1-26
Safety Tags Location ................................................................... 1-28
1.4 Cab Setup Procedures ...................................................................... 1-33
Locating the Vehicle .................................................................... 1-33
Activating the Hydraulic System.................................................. 1-33
1.5 Cab Setup for Fire Pump Operation................................................. 1-34
1.6 Aerial Setup Procedures................................................................... 1-36
1.7 Stabilizing System............................................................................ 1-36
1.8 Safety Pins........................................................................................ 1-41
1.9 Transfer Fluid for Aerial Operation ................................................. 1-43
1.10 Stabilizer Interlock System .............................................................. 1-45
Stabilizer Interlock Override Procedure ..................................... 1-45
1.11 Rotation Interlock System................................................................ 1-46
1.12 Smart Boom Warning System.......................................................... 1-47
1.13 Aerial Operational Controls ............................................................. 1-49
Raise/Lower ................................................................................. 1-50
Rear/Bucket Warning Tags .......................................................... 1-29
Rear/Bucket Warning Tags List.................................................... 1-32
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Extend/Retract ............................................................................. 1-51
Rotation........................................................................................ 1-51
Fairfield Drive Rotation Brake.................................................... 1-52
General Information ............................................................. 1-52
Location of The Rotation Brake ........................................... 1-53
Releasing the Brake Valve ................................................... 1-53
High-Speed Control ..................................................................... 1-55
Low Range Switch........................................................................ 1-56
Auxiliary Hydraulic Power Switch .............................................. 1-56
1.14 Water Delivery System .................................................................... 1-57
Telescopic Waterway ................................................................... 1-57
Platform Water System ................................................................ 1-58
1.15Draining the Fire Pump.................................................................... 1-58
1.17 Platform Mounting and Leveling System ........................................ 1-60
Leveling System Override ........................................................... 1-60
1.18 Optional Breathing Air System........................................................ 1-61
1.19 Climbing Aerial or Using as an Escapeway..................................... 1-62
1.20 Rappelling ........................................................................................ 1-62
1.21 Loading Hose ................................................................................... 1-62
1.22 Aerial Take-Down Procedures......................................................... 1-63
Stowing the Aerial Device............................................................ 1-63
1.16Cold Weather Operations................................................................. 1-59
Draining the Waterway................................................................ 1-59
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1.1 Introduction
This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering
specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new
apparatus. You are urged to read this manual carefully. Following the instructions
and recommendations in this manual will help ensure the safe and enjoyable
operation of your apparatus.
After you have read this manual, it should be stored in the apparatus or another
location which enables quick and easy reference for all firefighters.
Throughout this manual, the words WARNING, DANGER, and CAUTION
appear. These serve as reminders to follow all instructions carefully. Failure to
follow instructions can cause personal injury or damage to your apparatus.
This manual has been written to help in the set up and use of the tower during
emergencies.
There may be circumstances that arise throughout the life of this apparatus which
do not appear in this manual. At all times, common sense and safety should be
your first consideration.
Sutphen knows your apparatus best and has the parts and factory-trained
technicians available to keep your apparatus in an ever-ready state. Sutphen
Corporation works towards giving you complete satisfaction. Please do not
hesitate to contact the Sutphen Service and Technical Division at 866-287-5549.
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1.2 Aerial Platform Operation
Operation Safety Points
When the truck is delivered, a factory-trained representative will demonstrate the
proper use of the apparatus. The department must continue this to achieve a
proficient level of training.
The aerial tower is only as good or as safe as the operator is competent. Continued
training and familiarization is essential.
An operator MUST be at the lower control station anytime the aerial is being
operated.
Personnel should not climb the aerial tower until the lower controls operator
indicates that it is safe to do so. The upper power switches must be turned off in the
platform and at the turntable pedestal before climbing the ladder.
Rating of the aerial:
Rating in the bucket:
Model SP 110, SPI 110, SPH 110/112, SAI 110 - 1,000 lbs.
Model SP 110, SPI 110, SPH 110/112, SAI 110 - 500 lbs.
while flowing water or with charged waterway
Do not operate turntable controls while personnel are climbing the tower.
Personnel should use an approved life belt when operating on the aerial tower.
At night, the entire aerial tower should be well lighted.
Do not forcefully extend the end of the tower against a structure.
Never use the aerial as a battering ram.
Never use the aerial for pulling down walls or structural members.
Never willingly or intentionally abuse an aerial by careless handling, overloading,
or use for which it was not designed.
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Operate the aerial with deliberate motions and smooth application of power.
Training and practice with the apparatus on a regular basis is a must for safe
operation.
Auxiliary ground pads should always be used under the outrigger feet when
operating the aerial tower.
Do not use auxiliary ground pads under the rear jacks unless they are metal, as
these jacks are used as a grounding point.
Safety lock pins on stabilizers shall always be in place.
Never move the vehicle with stabilizers in contact with ground.
Most problems encountered with operation of the tower are caused by inadequate
maintenance. To keep the tower fully operational, routine lubrication policies
should be followed.
The aerial should be inspected and tested annually in accordance with NFPA 1914,
Testing Fire Department Aerial Apparatus.
Frequently inspect the chassis and running gear and maintain in good mechanical
condition following recommended schedules in this manual. The aerial tower is of
no use unless it can be transported to where it is needed. Careful, safe driving rules
should be observed for the same reason.
Carefully and frequently check and inspect the entire aerial for loose bolts or
rivets, unlubricated bearing surfaces, bent, warped, or twisted parts, hydraulic
leaks, defective electric control equipment, etc. Follow the recommended
maintenance schedules in this manual.
All members should frequently practice the different phases of aerial operations.
Never set up the aerial on marshy ground, freshly filled ground, or other soft
surface.
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Never apply opposing alternating control when operating the aerial, either in a
side-to-side motion, a front-to-rear motion, or an up-and-down motion. This may
set up an accelerated oscillation, which could put undue strain on the structure and
cause immediate or eventual failure of the aerial tower and injury to the occupants
and bystanders.
Do not overload the aerial. Learn and observe the load limit indicated at the
operator's positions.
When raising an aerial platform to rescue people at roofs or windows, avoid
raising the platform in line with the people. Either raise off to one side and rotate to
the people or raise perpendicular to them and rotate toward them. This is because
panic-stricken persons seeing the platform within reach below them could try
jumping into it.
Although the aerial is designed for one-person setup, it is a good safety practice
to designate a person to observe the right-side stabilizer when the stabilizers
are being set up. This person can place the stabilizer pad and observe that it is
placed evenly and correctly and that the stabilizer is set properly.
Many accidents with aerial devices nationwide occur during nonemergency
operation. For this reason, the aerial should not be operated by one person alone.
Operators checking out or operating the tower alone in front of the station can
forget something or be overconfident and get into trouble. “Two heads are better
than one”.
Never allow an untrained person or a person who is not thoroughly familiar with
this aerial to operate it unless constantly supervised.
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That person must:
1. Be capable of spotting the vehicle properly.
2. Be able to stabilize the vehicle properly.
3. Know the location of every control.
4. Know what each control does and how it works.
5. Be able to operate all controls smoothly and safely.
6. Know the location of safety devices, how they work, and how to operate them.
7. Be familiar with the loads that the aerial can safely accommodate under
various operating conditions.
8. Be aware of how to operate the aerial under unusual circumstances.
When you consider the cost of an aerial platform, the lives that could be at stake,
and the damage that could occur to the equipment, the importance of practice and
training becomes very clear.
WARNING
Before operating this apparatus you must:
1. Be thoroughly familiar with this instruction manual.
2. Be thoroughly trained in the operation of this apparatus.
3. Operate this apparatus in strict accordance with the manufacturer's
recommendations.
4. Operate this apparatus in accordance with departmental rules and regulations.
5. Always set up the apparatus on concrete, blacktop, or gravel. Surface must be firm
and solid.
Failure to do so could result in injury or death to persons operating or working on or
around this apparatus.
Failure to do so could also result in damage to this apparatus.
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1.3 Safety Tags
On the following pages are the various safety tags found on the apparatus. All of
the tags found here may not be used on your particular vehicle, as some are related
to optional equipment. Included in this manual is a drawing showing the locations
of these various tags on the apparatus. Should any of these tags become damaged
or lost throughout the life of your vehicle, please contact Sutphen Corporation at
1-866-287-5549 for replacements.
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