Summary of Contents for BERG EasyKit
- Page 1 Technical Handbook EasyKit Berg Hortimotive Burg. Crezeelaan 42a 2678 KZ De Lier The Netherlands Tel: +31 (0) 174- 517 700 Fax: +31 (0) 174- 516 958 E- mail: info@berghortimotive.nl Internet: www.berghortimotive.com...
- Page 2 Version 8, October 2018 The machine is manufactured by: Berg Hortimotive Burg. Crezeelaan 42a 2678 KZ De Lier The Netherlands Tel: +31 (0) 174- 517 700 Fax: +31 (0) 174- 516 958 Email: info@berghortimotive.nl Internet: www.berghortimotive.nl Translated user manual EasyKit...
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Page 3: Explanation
1.3 Guarantee For a period of 6 months after delivery, Berg Hortimotive gives the client a warranty on material and manufacturing defects that occur during normal use. This warranty does not apply if the defects are caused by improper use or causes other than by material and manufacture, if Berg Hortimotive - following consultation with the client - delivers used material or used goods or if the cause of the defects cannot be demonstrated clearly. -
Page 4: Foreword
Potentially dangerous situations are given, as well as recommendations for avoiding them. It is important that this handbook is carefully read in order to learn how the EasyKit should be operated and maintained. By reading this handbook and then using the EasyKit, you, or anyone else, will be assisted in using the EasyKit in the correct manner thereby helping to avoid personal injury as well as damage to the machine. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
EVIEW OF THE SAFETY PICTOGRAMS USED 3.3 M ............................7 ACHINE TYPE PLATE 3.4 G ..........................8 ENERAL SAFETY MEASURES 4. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE EASYKIT ....................11 4.1 I ............................... 11 NTENDED USE 4.2 M ....................... 12 AIN COMPONENTS OF THE 5. -
Page 6: Summary Of The Safety Measures
3.2 Review of the safety pictograms used The EasyKit is provided with safety pictograms in order to bring possible dangers or dangerous situations to the attention of the operator. You must comply with these warnings at all times. -
Page 7: Machine Type Plate
If you would like to contact Berg Hortimotive, or one of their dealers with respect to this EasyKit, please ensure that this information is always readily available. -
Page 8: General Safety Measures
Netherlands (see chapter 6.2). The EasyKit should only be used on the correct type of pipe rail system. You must ensure that the centre-to-centre measurement of the pipes rails and the EasyKit correspond with each other - see chapter 10: Specifications. - Page 9 It is also forbidden to push or pull other forms of transport on the pipe rails with the EasyKit. It is forbidden for both people and animals to enter the path on which the EasyKit is being operated. Never operate more than one EasyKit on the same path.
- Page 10 Keep this documentation somewhere safe. It contains information that may be required later on, or necessary for carrying out maintenance for example. It is advisable to always have a copy located on the EasyKit itself, as well as filing a copy somewhere safe, such as in your technical department.
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Page 11: General Description Of The Easykit
Usage of the EasyKit for any other purpose is strictly forbidden. The maximum load may consist of one person plus a secured moveable load which together should not exceed 100 kg in weight. The EasyKit may only be operated once it has been placed entirely on the pipe rail system. -
Page 12: Main Components Of The Easykit
4.2 Main components of the EasyKit The main components of the EasyKit are illustrated at figure 1. Figure 1: Main components of EasyKit A. Door B. Rail/ safety railing C. Control panel D. Platform E. Height adjustment F. Step G. Stands H. - Page 13 Figure 2: EasyKit controls A. Speed regulator button B. Direction selector switch + (defect) warning lamp C. Emergency stop D. Foot pedal Figure 3: EasyKit Chassis Figure 4. Earth switch A. Battery B. Charge/ supply plug C. Motor regulator D. Earth switch...
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Page 14: Transport
3. Allow the platform to descend and remove the stands. 4. Secure the EasyKit properly so that it cannot move about, roll forward or tilt over. 5. Ensure that the EasyKit remains frost-free during transportation. 6. When arriving at its destination, the EasyKit should be set up in accordance with the points described at chapter 6 (starting up). - Page 15 Please ensure that all locks and fixings have been correctly applied. The EasyKit has been specially designed to run on a pipe rail system. When leaving the Berg Hortimotive factory, the EasyKit is checked for proper functioning and safety. Before starting up the EasyKit, the items described at section 6.1 should be inspected.
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Page 16: Inspection Prior To Start-Up
6.2 Horticulture sector guidelines for pipe rail systems The EasyKit has been designed to run on a pipe rail system. This means that there are rails on the paths between the plants which consists of two pipes of the same diameter, having a fixed width between them (centre-to-centre measurement). - Page 17 EasyKit / pipe rail system combination would be stable. Furthermore, the supports for these other pipe rail systems must be installed no more that 1 metre apart, and the tilt must not exceed 2 degrees in both length and width.
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Page 18: Tilt Alarm (Optional)
6.4 Tilt alarm (optional) The EasyKit is fitted with a tilt alarm with an acoustic warning signal. The tilt indicator provides an acoustic signal when the machine tilts over in excess of 2 degrees. When this occurs, all activities on the EasyKit must be immediately halted and the operator should walk alongside the machine back to the path. -
Page 19: Installing The Easykit
6.5 Installing the EasyKit The installation of the EasyKit must be carried out in the proper sequence. The illustrations below clearly show the sequence required for installing the machine. De-stack the EasyKits removing the casings remove the packaging and slacken the bolts. - Page 20 Remove the bolts from the foot switch position the control box and screw it down Fix the cable clamp attach the bolts for the foot switch Remove the bolts for the rail fit the poles for the rail Translated user manual EasyKit page 20 of 45...
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Page 21: Dismantling The Easykit
Fit the safety rail spring put the supply plug into the connector The EasyKit is now ready for use. 6.6 Dismantling the EasyKit Dismantling the EasyKit is carried out in the reverse order of the installation. Translated user manual EasyKit page 21 of 45... -
Page 22: Operating Instructions
This chapter contains the instructions for operating the EasyKit. The EasyKit should be operated by one person at a time, with a minimum age of 18 years, and who is familiar and complies with the contents of this handbook. Special training is not required, although experience with operating such machinery is required. - Page 23 (Hz) are respected. Always remove the charger plug before using the EasyKit. In order to operate the EasyKit properly, it should always be kept free of obstacles. Operating the EasyKit may only take place when there are no other persons in the vicinity (apart from the operator) of the machine.
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Page 24: Switching On The Easykit
The switch has a central neutral position (0). When leaving the EasyKit unattended, always put the switch to the central position. 7. By pressing the foot pedal, the EasyKit will start to move in the preset direction at the predetermined the speed. -
Page 25: Efficient Use Of The Pipe Rail Wagon And The Batteries
7.5 Moving the EasyKit on the main path When moving the EasyKit you should always walk alongside. Thanks to the swivelling wheels on the EasyKit, the drive rollers enter the main path free of soil. Therefore the EasyKit is easy to turn around and move sideways. -
Page 26: Restarting After The Emergency Stop Was Applied
7.8 Out of use for longer periods When the EasyKit is not being used, switch off at the earth switch and then store it along with the batteries in a place which is free of dampness and frost. It is recommended to connect the batteries on the EasyKit to a trickle charger. - Page 27 8. Maintenance instructions When working on the EasyKit the electrical supply should be disconnected by way of the earth switch. The EasyKit may not be switched on when the protective covers are not properly in place. Prior to switching on the EasyKit, all protective covers must be properly put back in place.
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Page 28: Maintenance Instructions
BSA films. 8.3 Pipe rail system maintenance The pipe rail system on which the EasyKit runs should be checked on a regular basis. The system should always satisfy the Horticulture Sector Guidelines for Pipe Rail Systems in greenhouses. It is prohibited to use the EasyKit on a pipe rail system that does not satisfy these guidelines. -
Page 29: Carbon Brush Maintenance
8.4 Carbon brush maintenance Figure 5a: Carbon brushes Figure 5b: Carbon brushes inspection Please contact your dealer when the carbon brushes are shorter than 1 cm and require to be replaced. Translated user manual EasyKit page 29 of 45... -
Page 30: Chain Maintenance ( Http :// Www . Berghortimotive . Com / Service / Bsa - Film )
See also appendix 4 for further information about batteries and maintenance. 8.7 Removing the battery cover The EasyKit is fitted with a battery cover which can be removed via a single knob for the purposes of cleaning and maintaining the batteries and other components... -
Page 31: Cleaning Procedure
Regularly remove any remains of plants, leaves, etc, and brush off any sand and dust. Clean the EasyKit with a dry/damp cloth and soft brush. It is also possible to clean the EasyKit using compressed air, provided that it is dry. Never pour water over the EasyKit or clean it using a steam or high-pressure water cleaner which could lead to serious damage being caused to the electrical circuits in the equipment. -
Page 32: Problems, Causes & Solutions
9. Problems, causes & solutions problem Cause solution EasyKit does not move No voltage Supply plug in contact Unlock emergency stop break in wire No drive Chain broken Motor gearwheel is loose Drive roller is jammed Controls do not react... -
Page 33: Specifications
: Normal vicinity lighting. Height : to maximum 1000 metres above sea level The machine is not designed to be used outdoors. The machine is not suitable for operating in explosive atmospheres. Translated user manual EasyKit page 33 of 45... -
Page 34: Declaration Of Conformity
11. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Berg Hortimotive, Burg. Crezeelaan 42a, 2678 KZ De Lier, the Netherlands, +31 (0) 174- 517 700 Customer:........... Order number:........Date of order:........Date of delivery:......... We, Berg Hortimotive, hereby declare under its own responsibility, that the product: WO no: ...... - Page 35 2006/ 42/ EG (Machinery Directive) 2004/ 108/ EG (Directive EMC) 2006/ 95/ EG (Low voltage directive) De Lier, the Netherlands. Date …………………….. Signature of management or other authorized representative. Leo Persoon Translated user manual EasyKit page 35 of 45...
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Page 36: Technical Appendices
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Page 37: Appendix 1: Maintenance Logbook
Appendix 1: Maintenance logbook Date Description of repair/maintenance Company name/ Type no: ....Serial no: …………… engineer Translated user manual EasyKit page 37 of 45... -
Page 38: Appendix 2: Technical Drawings
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Page 39: Appendix 3: Electrical Diagrams
Appendix 3: Electrical diagrams Version: EasyKit MRT 2011 without tilt warning Version: EasyKit MRT 2011 with tilt warning Appendix 4: Battery safety sheet Translated user manual EasyKit page 39 of 45... - Page 40 It is important to check the specific gravity of the battery acid at least once a week, though it should certainly be done each month using a hydrometer (table below). Translated user manual EasyKit page 40 of 45...
- Page 41 It is advisable to use a modern battery charger with an The float must be able to float automatic cut-off - these are available from Berg freely in order to Hortimotive. Use only a charger that is suitable for read the correct...
- Page 42 • Extinguish with water fog (spray) • Do not use water jet to extinguish • Use water spray to knock down fire fumes if possible • Avoid unnecessary run-off of extinguishing media which may cause pollution. Translated user manual EasyKit page 42 of 45...
- Page 43 • Use chemical protection suit and self-contained breathing apparatus while undressing contaminated co- workers or handling contaminated equipment. 7.2 Equipment clean up • Drench with water before transporting from incident. Translated user manual EasyKit page 43 of 45...
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Page 45: Appendix 5: Cleaning The Powder Coating
The above are only recommendations and therefore responsibility for the proper cleaning remains with the person carrying it out. Please contact the manufacturer if you have any queries regarding the appropriate cleaning products to be used. Translated user manual EasyKit page 45 of 45...