HAT2500-1 Ironworker 25T Installation.Indd
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EDWARDS Installation Manual Original Instructions - HAT2500-1 04-2020 Installation Manual Table of Contents 1 General Operator and Supervisor Information Signal Word Defi nition Signal Word Panel 2 Installing the Ironworker Environmental Requirements at Work Station Receiving the Ironworker Unpacking/Moving the Ironworker Anchoring the Ironworker 3 Hydraulic Power Sources Powering with an Edwards Ironworker Powering with an Edwards Port-Power Operator and Supervisor Information • lead from lead based paint • crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products This is one of four manuals supplied with your machine. • arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber • Installation Manual Your risk of exposure varies, depending on how often you do this type • Safety Instructions Manual of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, work in a well- • Operations Manual ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment, such as dust • Maintenance Manual masks that are specifi cally designed to fi lter out microscopic particles. For more information go to http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/ and http:// READ ALL MANUALS BEFORE OPERATING MACHINERY. Operating www.p65warnings.ca.gov/wood. machinery before reading and understanding the contents of all four manuals greatly increases the risk of injury. Each of the four machine manuals describes ‘best practices’ in Signal Word Definition handling, installing, operating and maintaining your machine. The contents of each manual is subject to change without notice due to improvements in the machinery or changes in National or International standards. Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, All rights reserved. Reproduction of this manual in any form, in whole will result in death or serious injury. or in part, is not permitted without the written consent of Edwards Manufacturing Company. Keep all manuals close to the machine to allow for easy reference when necessary. Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, Provide operators with suffi cient training and education in the basic could result in death or serious injury. functions of the machine prior to machine operation. Do not allow for operation of the machine by unqualifi ed personnel. Edwards Manufacturing Company is not liable for accidents arising from unskilled, untrained operation. Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in mild or moderate injury. Do not modify or change the machine without written authorization from Edwards Manufacturing Company. Unauthorized modifi cation to a machine may result in serious operator injury, machine damage and will void your machine warranty. Never leave a powered machine unattended. Turn machinery OFF Indicates information considered important, but not before walking away. hazard related. This machine is manufactured for use by able bodied and able minded operators only. Never operate machinery when tired or under the infl u- ence of drugs or alcohol. Do not resell, relocate or export to a destination other than to the Signal Word Panel on Machine original point of sale. Edwards has designed this machine to meet the standards of the original receiving country and is not liable for meeting any governing body or performance standards beyond those of the original receiving country. Critical machine safety information is identifi ed on signal word labels. Labels are attached adjacent to the potentially hazardous locations of the machine. Reference the Safety Instruction Manual for additional informa- WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including tion regarding the potentially hazardous condition identifi ed on the label. Methyl Isobutyl Ketone which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more informa- Review ALL labels on the machinery, reference the operational tion go to http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov. precautions and safe operations sections within this manual before any operation activity is initiated. WARNING: Some dust, fumes and gases created by power sand- ing, sawing, grinding, drilling, welding and other construction activities Failure to read and understand the signal word labels affi xed to the contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer machinery may result in operator death or injury. and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: 1 Installing the ironworker This manual provides installation requirements for the Edwards 25 Ton Receiving the Ironworker Dual-Station Hydraulic Ironworker. The ironworker is powered by an Edwards Porta Power, portable hydraulic power-plant. Edwards Ironworking machinery is fully assembled and is shipped ei- Refer to Safety, Installation, Operations and Maintenance manu- ther by palletized custom wooden crate or by shrink–wrapped wooden als for the Edwards power-plant you are using to operate your pallet for ease of transport and receiving. ironworker. Inspect the packaging for damage and follow shipping/receiving instruc- Environmental Requirements at Work Station tions as listed on the packaging prior to receiving the Ironworker into your facility. When receiving your Ironworker, be prepared to safely move your ma- chinery with a fork-lift rated for the following equipment weights: Minimum Machinery Weight The work station environment for your Edwards Ironworker must meet the following minimum requirements: 25 Ton 381 kg / 840 lb • Floor area: Assure that the machinery work area provides Utilize best practices for fork-lift operation. Handle material as close for a stable, adequately sized and load rated fl oor area for to the drive surface as possible with the widest spread and deepest pen- material movement to and from the machinery work stations. etration of forks effective to service the pallet. Forks should be adjusted and locked into the safety detent closest to the maximum available fork • Shelter: Edwards Ironworkers are designed for indoor use spread. only. Protect your Ironworking machinery from water, salts and corrosive elements. Unpacking/Moving the Ironworker • Lighting: 500LUX (50 footcandles) minimum. Your Edwards Ironworker includes surface and remotely mounted electrical cabling and hydraulic lines. Exercise caution when removing • Operating Temperature: This equipment will operate the factory supplied packaging. Do not cut electrical wires or hydraulic correctly in its intended ambient, at a minimum between hoses. +5° C and +40°C. 1. Unbolt/unpack Ironworker from its pallet using a 3/4” (19.05mm) • Relative Humidity: This equipment will operate correctly socket. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. within an environment at 50% RH, +40°C. Higher RH may be allowed at lower temperatures. Measures shall be taken 2. Lift Edwards machinery using the designated fork lift locations and by the Purchaser to avoid the harmful effects of occasional appropriately rated lifting equipment. condensation. 3. Move the Ironworker to the prepared workstation. Locate your Press • Altitude: This equipment will operate correctly up to 1000m directly adjacent to the Porta Power. Ensure that power controls above mean sea level. of the Porta Power are within arms-reach of the Ironworker. • Transportation and Storage: This equipment will withstand, or has been protected against, transportation and storage Anchoring Ironworker temperatures of -25°C to +55°C and for short periods up to Anchor the base of the Ironworker to the workstation fl oor using four +70°C. It has been packaged to prevent damage from the 1/2” (12.7mm) wedge anchor bolts. Anchorage points are the front and effects of normal humidity, vibration and shock. rear of the fork-lift tubes. Secure the machinery with lock-nuts. In the event the machinery needs to be relocated, reverse procedure. 2 Hydraulic Power Sources Hydraulic Accessory Tool Power/Controls Ironworker Hydraulic Accessory Package With all Ironworker and Press stations clear of hands, tools, tool- ing, material or debris, power up the Ironworker by depressing the green button on the starter box. Your Edwards 25 Ton Ironworker is factory assembled and tested for optimum performance when powered by Edwards Manufacturing Com- With the power on, your Ironworker machine will return to a neutral pany rated hydraulic power supplies. position. Your machine is powered by either an Edwards Ironworker with the fac- Turn the 3-position switch on the front of the machine case to the Ac- tory installed Hydraulic Accessory Control Package or an Edwards Porta- cessory position. This operation disables the Ironworker and switches Power, 5hp, 3000psi, portable power unit. control to the accessory hand control. ALTERNATE POWER SOURCES ARE NOT RECOMMENDED Test the Press operation by pressing the OUT control button. Once AND MAY COMPROMISE MACHINE OPERATION, MACHINE pressed, the cylinder will extend. Releasing pressure on the OUT control HYDRAULIC WARRANTY AND OPERATOR SAFETY. button will stop the cylinder. Test the Press operation by pressing the IN control button. Once pressed, the cylinder will be retracted back into the Follow electrical connection installation instructions for power supply as cylinder enclosure. Releasing pressure on the IN control button will stop set forth within the Installation Manual of the Edwards Ironworker. the cylinder. Powering with an Edwards Ironworker Press the red e-stop button to kill power at the Ironworker. To reset power, twist the e-stop button and push start button at the Ironworker. Power selection