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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual for gas-powered and electrical unit models F200 and F300 Call us for information: 1-888-484-9376 (US) (toll free in the United States) (450) 589-8100 (Canada) 21053002-0-00000-0 F2_OpMan_v2.02_EN...
  • Page 2 3. Assembly or operation instructions displayed on the motorized unit 4. Owner's manual Any use of one or several Hydro Mobile motorized units, with or without accessories, in such a confi guration or manner as not explicitly described in this manual is prohibited without the prior written permission of Hydro Mobile.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information General Information 6 – Mast and Mast Ties 6 – Mast and Mast Ties Introduction ..................5 Mast ties Warranty ....................6 General guidelines ................85 Installation of standard mast ties ..........86 Performance and Safety Performance and Safety Methods of installation of tie levels ..........89 Performance and safety rules.............7...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Thank you for investing in a Hydro Mobile F2 Series mast climbing work platform system (models F200 and F300). The design of these motorized units refl ects over a decade of continued fi eld operation, testing and research work and comes as a solution to our company’s deepest concern, your safety and well being on the job.

  • Page 5: Warranty

    Hydro Mobile, a division of AGF Access Group, Inc., herein referred to as Hydro Mobile, warrants its new F2 Series motorized units (models F200 and F300) to be free from defect of materials and workmanship for a period of 15 months or a maximum of 650 operating hours whichever occurs fi rst from the date of delivery to the authorized distributor/service center.

  • Page 6: Performance And Safety Rules

    Only a qualifi ed person on the specifi c make and model of the Hydro Mobile equipment can carry out the following tasks: User/operator A qualifi...
  • Page 7 9- The F2 Series motorized unit (all models) must not be used with any equipment or any accessories not specifi cally manufactured and rated by Hydro Mobile to be used with F2 Series motorized units. For the use and installation of any such equipment or accessories, contact the distributor/service center.
  • Page 8 Performance and Safety Rules 21- Never load bridges or motorized units beyond their rated capacities. Overloading may bring damages to equipment or cause the installation to become unbalanced, leading to serious injury or death. 22- Contact the distributor/service center for service, repair or technical advice. Refer to equipment type and serial number when calling.

  • Page 9: Motorized Unit Overview

    The mast confi guration represented in the above illustration is for informational purposes only and must not be reproduced without appropriate cribbing under the base. Models F200 and F300 of the Hydro Mobile F2 Series motorized units come equipped with the components shown in fi g. 1.1, with features specifi c to each model, as described below.

  • Page 10: List Of Components Included With Shipped Unit

    Toolbox Components Quantity Description Component 12.5-oz (370 ml) aerosol cans F2 Series motorized unit (gas-powered or electrical) of grease for rack and pinion (model F200 or F300) bridge installation support base brackets base extensions Owner’s manual (left and right) Honda engine manual...

  • Page 11: Motorized Unit Specifi Cations

    Planetary reducer brake oil Warning: do not use in planetary reducer gear box Hydraulic tank capacity 18 US gal (68,2 l) model F200; 36 US gal (136,2 l) model F300 Hydraulic oil Shell Naturelle HF-M biodegradable product code 407-214 Oil fi lter (return) Mfr.

  • Page 12: Fi G. 1.13

    fi g. 1.14 Electrical Specifi cations Electrical Specifi cations Requirements for complete F200 unit model and for each side of an F300 unit model Requirements for complete F200 unit model and for each side of an F300 unit model 480 V unit...

  • Page 13: Weight Of Components

    F300 Motorized unit (gas-powered, as shipped) 8400 lb (3810 kg) 30" (76 cm) bridge assembly 290 lb (132 kg) F200 Motorized unit (gas-powered, as shipped) 6700 lb (3030 kg) 5' (1,5 m) bridge assembly 390 lb (177 kg) F300 Motorized unit (electrical, as shipped)

  • Page 14: Dimensions

    1 - M Dimensions of the Motorized Unit Note: Unit dimensions are the same for both types of unit, gas-powered or electrical Front 139 1/4" To wall (352,7 cm) Link bridge guardrail 121 13/16" (309,4 cm) Left Right 147 1/4" (374 cm) fi...

  • Page 15: Minimum Bearing Surface Capacities

    1 - M Positioning the Motorized Unit General Concept Bearing surface Before installing the motorized unit, make sure the bearing surface under it is level, clear of debris and has the proper bearing capacity. Appropriate cribbing must be placed under the base to distribute the load.

  • Page 16: Setup And Confi Gurations General Guidelines

    1 - M Setup and Confi gurations General Guidelines Setups with F2 Series motorized units and bridges require mast ties, unless an optional adapter base for freestanding installation is used. The optional adapter base for freestanding installation can only be used in a standard confi guration. A standard confi guration is a linked installation that does not require the use of additional equipment, such as a forward extension bridge, a swivel bridge, a planking confi...

  • Page 17: Restriction Of Equipment And Accessories Allowed On Each Cantilever Side Of An Unlinked Confi Guration (Single Or Multiple Units)

    1 - M Setup and Confi gurations General Guidelines Equipment and accessories allowed or Equipment and accessories allowed or Unlinked confi gurations restricted on any cantilever side of an restricted on any cantilever side of an UNLINKED CONFIGURATION UNLINKED CONFIGURATION (single unit or multiple units) (single unit or multiple units) NO COMBINATION IS ALLOWED...
  • Page 18 1 - M Setup and Confi gurations Safety Guidelines 1- Installation must be carried out by qualifi ed erectors/dismantlers under the supervision of a competent person, in accordance with all applicable local regulations. 2- In reference to the plan/layout drawing, make sure that all the components required are available.

  • Page 19: Defi Nition Of A Standard Confi Guration

    1 - M Setup and confi gurations Methods of installation fi g. 1.30 Methods of Installation Methods of Installation STANDARD INSTALLATION STANDARD and NON STANDARD INSTALLATIONS ONLY Type of installation Single unit Single unit Multiple units Multiple units Method of installation of Progressive installation Pre-installation...
  • Page 20 1 - M Setup and confi gurations Standard single unit installation with mast ties – progressive installation Verifi cation of limit switches and screen alerts (cont’d) 7- Inspect the strobe under the main frame and make sure it is working properly. 8- Review the screen alerts and perform a verifi...
  • Page 21 1 - M Setup and Confi gurations Standard single unit installation with mast ties – progressive installation Installation of mast sections and tie levels (cont’d) 13- Once the fi rst tie level has been installed, proceed with the installation of mast sections and mast ties, as required.

  • Page 22: Method "B" - Pre-Installation Of A Single Unit Installation

    1 - M Setup and confi gurations Standard single unit installation with mast ties – progressive installation Adding mast sections and tie levels progressively 22- Whenever it is necessary to add mast sections and/or tie levels, remove the mast guards and the mast head. Install as many mast sections and tie levels as is required and allowed.
  • Page 23 1 - M Setup and Confi gurations Single unit installation with mast ties – pre-installation Verifi cation of limit switches and screen alerts 7- Pull out the emergency stop button and unlock the display screen. Make sure that the appropriate confi guration options have been selected ( ) on the display screen.
  • Page 24 1 - M Setup and confi gurations Single unit installation with mast ties – pre-installation Installation of mast sections and tie levels (cont’d) 13- Once the fi rst tie level has been installed, proceed with the installation of as many mast sections and tie levels as is required by the layout plan and the confi...

  • Page 25: Multiple Units Setups With Mast Ties Method "C" - Pre-Installation Of A Multiple Units Installation

    1 - M Setup and Confi gurations Multiple units installation with mast ties – pre-installation (requires two twin mast adapters – sold separately) The following installation steps can be used for standard and non-standard confi gurations of tied installations with multiple units linked by a bearing bridge.
  • Page 26 1 - M Setup and Confi gurations Multiple units installation with mast ties – pre-installation (requires two twin mast adapters – sold separately) Verifi cation of limit switches and screen alerts (cont’d) 10- If any of the limit switches is not working properly, the unit must be put out of service until it has been inspected and repaired by a qualifi...
  • Page 27 Grease must be allowed to stand for 2-3 hours before the motorized unit is used again. Use an open gear lubricant recommended by Hydro Mobile. Refer to p. 133 of the Transport, Storage and Maintenance section for more information on the appropriate lubrication method.
  • Page 28 1 - M Setup and Confi gurations Multiple units installation with mast ties – pre-installation (requires two twin mast adapters – sold separately) Completing the multiple units installation Installation of the bearing bridge structure 1- Make sure the bearing bridge structure has been assembled as described in the assembly instructions on p.

  • Page 29: Method "D" - Pre-Installation Of A Multiple Units Installation

    1 - M Setup and Confi gurations Multiple units installation with mast ties – pre-installation (requires two twin mast adapters – sold separately) The following installation steps can be used for standard and non-standard confi gurations of tied installations with multiple units linked by a bearing bridge.
  • Page 30 1 - M Setup and Confi gurations Multiple units installation with mast ties – pre-installation (requires two twin mast adapters – sold separately) Positioning the second motorized unit (cont’d) 9- Align the motorized unit with the end of the bearing bridge structure lower it into position, making sure the base is properly aligned with the face of the work.
  • Page 31 1 - M Setup and Confi gurations Multiple units installation with mast ties – pre-installation (requires two twin mast adapters – sold separately) Installation of mast sections and tie levels 20- Using an optional jib arm, a crane or a rough terrain forklift, load mast sections on each motorized unit (see p.
  • Page 32 2-3 hours before the motorized units are used again. Use an open gear lubricant recommended by Hydro Mobile. Refer to p. 133 of the Transport, Storage and Maintenance section for more information on the appropriate lubrication method.

  • Page 33: Splitting A Motorized Unit (F300 Unit Model Only)

    1 - M Setup and Confi gurations Splitting a motorized unit (applicable to model F300 only) The following steps must be performed by a qualifi ed erector/dismantler. For more information about the defi nition of a qualifi ed erector/dismantler, refer to p. 7 of the Performance and Safety section.
  • Page 34 1 - M Setup and Confi gurations Splitting a motorized unit (applicable to model F300 only) Removal of the trolley link (cont’d) 9- On one side of the motorized unit only (shown as “A” in fi g. 1.45 for illustration purposes only), disconnect the cable connected to the trolley link sensor located at the top of the main trolley.

  • Page 35: Dismantling An Installation

    1 - M Setup and Confi gurations Dismantling an installation SAFETY comes fi rst. It is essential that the dismantling of an F2 Series motorized unit setup be carried out by qualifi ed erectors/dismantlers under the supervision of a competent person and be performed with the same care and precaution taken during the installation.

  • Page 36: Single Unit Installed Using Method "B

    1 - M Setup and Confi gurations Dismantling a standard single unit installation with mast ties 3- Make sure the motorized unit is at the top of the work. Lower the motorized unit to base level, removing mast sections and mast ties on the way down, leaving two tie levels in place.
  • Page 37 1 - M Setup and Confi gurations Dismantling a standard single unit installation with mast ties 4- Remove all bridges installed, leaving only one 5' (1,5 m) bridge at each cantilever end of the motorized unit. 5- Bring the motorized unit to the top of the work, verifying mast bolts and mast ties on the way up.

  • Page 38: Multiple Units Installed Using Method "C

    1 - M Setup and Confi gurations Dismantling a multiple units installation with mast ties The following dismantling steps can be used for a multiple units confi guration installed following method of installation “C”. Refer to p. 26 of this section for more information about method of installation “C”.

  • Page 39: Multiple Units Installed Using Method "D

    1 - M Setup and Confi gurations Dismantling a multiple units installation with mast ties 8- When only two tie levels are remaining, it is important to proceed with extreme care to make sure that the stability of the motorized unit is not compromised during the operation. Before removing the last two tie levels, it is critical to make sure that the base confi...
  • Page 40 1 - M Setup and Confi gurations Dismantling a multiple units installation with mast ties 5- Bring the motorized units to the top of the work, verifying mast bolts and mast ties on the way up. Make sure that all mast bolts are properly tightened, that all anchor bolts are in place and in good condition and that mast ties are properly tied to the face of the work.
  • Page 41 1 - M Setup and Confi gurations Dismantling a multiple units installation with mast ties 8- When only two tie levels are remaining, it is important to proceed with extreme care to make sure that the stability of the motorized units is not compromised during the operation.

  • Page 42: Safety Devices

    2 - S Safety Devices Emergency Descent Control System In the event of an engine failure, a shortage of gasoline (for gas-powered units), a power outage (for electrical units) or broken parts, use the gravity-activated emergency descent control system to bring the motorized unit safely down to the nearest safe evacuation point.

  • Page 43: Procedure For A Multiple Units Installation

    2 - S Safety Devices Emergency Descent Control System Emergency descent procedure for a single unit installation (cont’d) 7- Once the oil level and temperature have been verifi ed and are appropriate, lift and remove the plastic hood on the left-hand side of the control panel (fi g. 2.5, p. 43) to access the control valve levers and the manual pump.
  • Page 44 2 - S Safety Devices Emergency Descent Control System Emergency descent procedure for a multiple units installation (cont’d) 8- Once the oil level and temperature have been verifi ed and are appropriate, lift and remove the plastic hood on the left-hand side of the control panel (fi g. 2.5, p. 43) to access the control valve levers and the manual pump.

  • Page 45: Overspeed Safety Device

    Each manufactured safety seal is given a unique serial number which is kept on record by Hydro Mobile. These seals can only be removed for recertifi cation of the overspeed safety device by Hydro Mobile and will be replaced by new seals once the recertifi...

  • Page 46: Detection Of A ± 2-Degree Slope

    fi rst (low) speed, the highest motorized unit will stop completely until the structure is back to level. During ascent, if the highest motorized unit is a model F200, the screen on the control panel will display an alert and automatically stop the unit. The unit will resume ascent only when the structure is brought back to level.

  • Page 47: Testing The Inclinometer

    2 - S Safety Devices Inclinometer Testing the inclinometer 1- Make sure the motorized unit is at 5' to 10' (1,5 m to 3 m) above base level. 2- Make sure that the bearing bridge structure is level and that the inclinometers are connected properly at both ends of the structure.

  • Page 48: Fall Protection

    Not more than one worker per tie Designated tie points on the unit point (chain links on each side) fi g. 2.13 Cross-arm anchorage strap (not manufactured by Hydro Mobile) fi g. 2.12 Fall arrest bracket Not more than one worker per tie point...

  • Page 49: Bridges

    3 - B Standard bridge Tapered bushing Guardrail Guardrail pocket pocket Pairs of bushings in middle of fi g. 3.2 bridge Required Required for bridge for bridge assembly assembly Top outrigger Top outrigger pocket pocket Location of bolt Outrigger assemblies (6) Required Required for bridge...

  • Page 50: Bridge Types

    3 - B Bridges Bridge Types 5' (1,5 m) bridge 30" (76 cm) bridge fi g. 3.5  fi g. 3.6 60" x 62" x 35 13/16" 30 1/2" x 62" x 35 13/16" Dimensions Dimensions (152,4 cm x 158 cm x 91 cm) (77,4 cm x 158 cm x 91 cm) Weight Weight...

  • Page 51: Cantilever

    3 - B Bridges Cantilever Installation 1- Make sure that inclinometer options 1 and 2 are disabled on the screen. 2- Using any appropriate lifting device such as a crane or a rough terrain forklift, bolt a fi rst bridge assembly to the motorized unit on one side of the mast. Refer to p. 50 of this section for instructions on the installation of a bridge.

  • Page 52: Installation Of The Bearing Bridge Structure

    3 - B Bridges Bearing Bridge Installation of a twin mast adapter (cont’d) 2- Align the twin mast adapter with the bearing bridge structure using the tapered bushings (see fi g. 3.2). 3- Assemble both structures together using six bolt assemblies: one 5/8” x 5 1/2” (GR8) hex bolt, one 5/8”...

  • Page 53: Forward Extension Bridge

    3 - B Bridges Forward Extension Bridge (optional) The extension bridge (used on the front of a motorized unit setup) is assembled using a regular bridge, two outriggers and three forward extension plate assemblies. Refer to p. 99 of the Load Capacities section for the load capacities and the appropriate positioning of a forward extension bridge in a setup.

  • Page 54: Bridge Deck Extension

    3 - B Bridges Forward Extension Bridge Installation (cont’d) 6- Install the appropriate guardrails on the forward extension. 7- If required, install cross boxes and additional outriggers to plank the inside corner of the bridge used as an extension. For more information on the use and installation of cross boxes, refer to p.

  • Page 55: Swivel Bridge

    3 - B Bridges Swivel Bridge (optional) The swivel bridge allows creating 0° to 45° confi gurations, as well as corner (90°) confi gurations. Certain confi gurations may require the use of the optional outrigger support system and the optional counterweight adapter. Weather protection must not be used on an installation using a swivel bridge.

  • Page 56: Installation Of Swivel Bridge Guardrails

    3 - B Bridges Swivel Bridge Angle adjustment (cont’d) 2- Position the swivel bridge installation at the desired angle by turning the adjustment nut. Refer to the angle sticker located under the trap door on the bridge deck or on the pivot pin at the bottom of the bridge (fi...

  • Page 57: Front Cantilever Confi Gurations

    3 - B Bridges Swivel Bridge Guardrails Cantilever Confi gurations Front cantilever confi gurations (0 to 45° and 90°) 1- Make sure that the adjustment rod is installed on the appropriate side of the bridge to achieve the desired confi guration. If required, remove the bolt assemblies at both ends of the adjustment rod and reinstall it on the other side of the bridge (fi...

  • Page 58: Back Cantilever Confi Gurations

    3 - B Bridges Swivel Bridge Guardrails Cantilever Confi gurations Back 0 to 45° cantilever confi gurations 1- Make sure that the adjustment rod is installed on the appropriate side of the bridge to achieve the desired confi guration. If required, remove the bolt assemblies at both ends of the adjustment rod and reinstall it on the other side of the bridge (fi...
  • Page 59 3 - B Bridges Swivel Bridge Guardrails Cantilever Confi gurations Back 90 °Cantilever confi guration 1- Make sure that the adjustment rod is installed on the appropriate side of the bridge to achieve the desired confi guration. If required, remove the bolt assemblies at both ends of the adjustment rod and reinstall it on the other side of the bridge (fi...

  • Page 60: Front Bearing Bridge Confi Gurations

    3 - B Bridges Swivel Bridge Guardrails Bearing Bridge Confi gurations Front bearing confi gurations – 0° to 45° angle 1- Make sure that the adjustment rod is installed on the appropriate side of the bridge to achieve the desired confi guration. If required, remove the bolt assemblies at both ends of the adjustment rod and reinstall it on the other side of the bridge (fi...
  • Page 61 3 - B Bridges Swivel Bridge Guardrails Bearing Bridge Confi gurations Front bearing confi guration – 90° angle 1- Make sure that the adjustment rod is installed on the appropriate side of the bridge to achieve the desired confi guration. If required, remove the bolt assemblies at both ends of the adjustment rod and reinstall it on the other side of the bridge (fi...

  • Page 62: Back Bearing Bridge Confi Gurations

    3 - B Bridges Swivel Bridge Guardrails Bearing Bridge Confi gurations Back bearing confi gurations – 0 to 45° angle 1- Make sure that the adjustment rod is installed on the appropriate side of the bridge to achieve the desired confi guration. If required, remove the bolt assemblies at both ends of the adjustment rod and reinstall it on the other side of the bridge (fi...
  • Page 63 3 - B Bridges Swivel Bridge Guardrails Bearing Bridge Confi gurations Back bearing confi guration – 90° angle 1- Make sure that the adjustment rod is installed on the appropriate side of the bridge to achieve the desired confi guration. If required, remove the bolt assemblies at both ends of the adjustment rod and reinstall it on the other side of the bridge (fi...

  • Page 64: Counterweight Adapter

    3 - B Bridges Swivel Bridge Counterweight Adapter (optional) The optional counterweight and adapter for the installation of a counterweight bridge are designed to be used in a swivel bridge 90° front cantilever confi guration to increase the capacity of the forward cantilevers used in the setup. The counterweight adapter is required to attach a counterweight bridge to the swivel bridge.
  • Page 65 3 - B Bridges Swivel Bridge Counterweight Adapter (optional) Installation (cont’d) 3- Make sure that the end of the swivel bridge that is not bolted to the main frame (pivoting end, fi g. 3.53, p. 65) is supported so the two halves of the swivel bridge remain together.

  • Page 66: Outrigger Support Assembly

    3 - B Bridges Swivel Bridge Outrigger Support Assembly (optional) The outrigger support assembly is designed to be used as a plank support structure in swivel bridge back confi gurations (0 to 45° and 90°). 0 to 45° confi gurations 90°...
  • Page 67 3 - B Bridges Swivel Bridge Outrigger Support Assembly (optional) Installation (cont’d) 6- Slide two 84" (2,1 m) outriggers in the outrigger support and secure them in place with bolt assemblies (fi g. 3.71). Slide two swivel cross boxes on the outriggers installed in this step.

  • Page 68: Power Pack And Components

    (fi g. 4.2) and replenish with hydraulic oil. It is important to use a hydraulic oil recommended by Hydro Mobile. 3- Check the gasoline level and refi ll if necessary. During the operation of the motorized unit, if the low gasoline level alert is displayed on the screen of the control panel (see p.

  • Page 69: Motorized Unit Startup Procedure

    4 - P Power Pack and Components Gas-powered unit Motorized unit startup procedure 1- Prepare the motorized unit and the engine by following the startup preparation instructions on p. 69. 2- Pull out the emergency stop button (fi g. 4.10) to power on the display screen. If the display screen does not turn on after a short period of time, make sure the battery is plugged in and that it has enough voltage.

  • Page 70: Electrical Unit

    4 - P Power Pack and Components Gas-powered unit Engine shutdown procedure (cont'd) 6- At the end of the working shift or if the motorized unit will not be used for a signifi cant length of time, turn the gasoline shutoff valve to the position (fi...

  • Page 71: Power Cable Selection Chart

    (fi g. 4.12, p. 71) and replenish with hydraulic oil. It is important to use a hydraulic oil recommended by Hydro Mobile. 6- For a confi guration using an F300 unit model, perform steps 1 through 5 for each motor.

  • Page 72: Motorized Unit Startup Procedure

    4 - P Power Pack and Components Electrical unit Motorized unit startup procedure 1- Prepare the motorized unit by following the startup preparation instructions, on p. 71. 2- Connect the power cable to the motorized unit and to a safe and reliable power source (from the building or a generator).

  • Page 73: Control Panel

    5 - C Control Panel The control panel is the brain behind the Hydro Mobile F2 Series system. The F2 Series control panel (models F200 and F300, gas-powered or electrical) is a combination of manual controls and a color non touch screen. Driven by a computer system programmed to detect...

  • Page 74: Description

    On unit model F300, select 1 for fi rst (low) speed or 2 for second (high) speed. Speed selector Controls the speed of the motorized unit. On unit model F200, speed selector is disabled. Select and hold the selector toward the up arrow to raise the motorized unit.

  • Page 75: Screen Alerts And Instructions

    5 - C Control Panel Screen alerts and instructions Unlocking the display screen 1- Pull out the emergency stop button. 2- On a gas-powered motorized unit, if the display screen does not turn on after a short period of time, make sure that the battery is plugged in. On an electrical unit, if the display screen does not turn on after a short period of time, make sure that the power cable is properly connected to both the power source and to the motorized unit.

  • Page 76: F1 - Status Info

    5 - C Control Panel Screen alerts and instructions F1 – Status info Access level: Operator Access level: Operator This two-page section displays general information about the current confi guration of the unit and the installation. 1- Press on the main menu screen (button 1 on the main menu screen display example in fi...
  • Page 77 5 - C Control Panel Screen alerts and instructions F2 – Alerts – gas-powered and electrical units...
  • Page 78 5 - C Control Panel Screen alerts and instructions F2 – Alerts – gas-powered and electrical units...
  • Page 79 5 - C Control Panel Screen alerts and instructions F2 – Alerts – gas-powered and electrical units...
  • Page 80 5 - C Control Panel Screen alerts and instructions F2 – Alerts – gas-powered and electrical units...

  • Page 81: F3 - Inputs And Outputs

    5 - C Control Panel Screen alerts and instructions F3 – Inputs and outputs Access level: Operator Access level: Operator This section displays information about the various controls, sensors and switches linked to the input and output ports of the control panel. A black circle will indicate that the control panel receives a signal from a sensor or sends a signal to an actuator.

  • Page 82: F4 - Confi Guration

    Note: Numbers on the above option buttons are displayed as an example only. Actual messages displayed may diff er from picture. fi g. 5.20  Option Choice Description Option to select model of unit used in current confi guration PROGRAM 200 / 300 F200 select 200 F300 select 300 F200 must be set to at all times LINKED F300 when unit is used in a linked confi...

  • Page 83: Mast Sections

    Grease must be allowed to stand for 2-3 hours before the motorized unit is used again. Use an open gear lubricant recommended by Hydro Mobile. Refer to p. 133 of the Transport, Storage and Maintenance section for more information on the appropriate lubrication method.

  • Page 84: Loading Mast Sections On The Platform

    6 - M Mast sections Loading mast sections on the platform 1- Mast sections can be loaded on the platform using an optional jib arm, a crane or a rough terrain forklift (see p. 119 of the Accessories section for more information on the installation and use of the jib arm).

  • Page 85: Installation Of Standard Mast Ties

    6 - M Mast Ties Installation of standard mast ties 1- Align the holes on the mast tie frame with the holes on the mast section. Attach the mast tie frame to the mast section with assemblies of 1/2"-13 x 1 1/2" hex bolts ( GR8) fl...

  • Page 86: Methods Of Installation

    6 - M Mast Ties fi g. 6.8  Methods of Installation Type of installation Single unit Single unit Multiple units Multiple units Method of installation of Progressive installation Pre-installation Pre-installation Pre-installation tie levels Installation • Installation of unit • Complete installation •...

  • Page 87: Location Of Perpendicular Mast Ties

    6 - M Mast Ties Location of perpendicular mast ties according to confi guration Location of perpendicular mast ties fi g. 6.12  Perpendicular mast ties shown in red for illustration purposes only Multiple units confi gurations (with bearing bridge) Cantilever end Cantilever end Applies to all multiple units confi...

  • Page 88: Methods Of Installation Of Tie Levels

    6 - M Mast Ties Installation of mast ties with extensions In a confi guration requiring the use of mast tie extensions, it is important to note that only one mast tie extension per mast tie is allowed (a maximum of 60" or 1,5 m). It is mandatory to strengthen such tie confi...

  • Page 89: Mast Tie Requirements For Plank Confi Gurations

    6 - M Mast Ties Mast tie requirements according to plank confi guration 0-3 planks 4-5 planks fi g. 6.21  fi g. 6.20  6-8 planks fi g. 6.22  fi g. 6.23  MAST TIE REQUIREMENTS FOR PLANK CONFIGURATION Component 0-3 PLANKS 4-5 PLANKS 6-8 PLANKS 36"...

  • Page 90: Removal Of Mast Ties

    6 - M Mast Ties Removal of mast ties 1- Remove any installed diagonal brace. 2- Beginning with one of the angled mast ties (see the “1” in the recommended order of removal, in fi g. 6.25), loosen the mast tie to release the tension. Make sure that all tension (or compression) is completely released.

  • Page 91: Wall Tie Reactions

    6 - M Mast and Mast Ties Anchoring System Wall tie reactions Before attaching masts to the building using the mast tie system, wall ties must be installed on a solid component of the building structure. It is important to understand that whether the anchoring installation is a vertical or horizontal type (fi...

  • Page 92: Installation Guidelines Horizontal Anchoring

    6 - M Mast and Mast Ties Anchoring System Installation guidelines for horizontal anchoring Horizontal anchoring can only be installed at a 0° angle from horizontal. Wall ties used for horizontal anchoring installations must be able to sustain 1500 lb (680 kg) of tension/compression and 3000 lb (1361 kg) of shear force.

  • Page 93: Load Capacities

    7 - L Load Capacities Load capacity calculation guidelines 1- The weight of planks and any additional accessory being used must be deducted from the load capacities. 2- Each worker’s weight (personal tools and equipment included) must be deducted from load capacities. 3- To ensure stability, the length of cantilevers on either side of the unit must be equal at all times.

  • Page 94: Linked Confi Gurations Single Unit Installation

    7 - L Load Capacities Single unit linked installation 50' 5" (15,4 m) OVERALL LENGTH OF CONFIGURATION Total 4500 lb Total 4500 lb 2041 kg 2041 kg 50' 5" (15,4 m) 500 lb 500 lb 1000 lb 2500 lb 2500 lb 1000 lb 500 lb 500 lb...

  • Page 95: Multiple Units Installation

    7 - L Load Capacities...
  • Page 96 7 - L Load Capacities Single unit – Unlinked installation (F300 unit model only) Single unit – Unlinked installation (F300 unit model only) 40' 5" (12,3 m) Total 2000 lb 907 kg 500 lb 500 lb 1000 lb 227 kg 227 kg 454 kg Total 2000 lb...

  • Page 97: Multiple Units Installation

    7 - L Load Capacities...

  • Page 98: Unlinked Confi Gurations

    7 - L Load Capacities Forward extension installation using a standard bridge (linked or unlinked) Forward extension installation using a standard bridge (linked or unlinked) 2000 lb 2000 lb At this end, it is mandatory to install a bridge The only bridge 907 kg 907 kg confi...

  • Page 99: Single Unit (90 Degrees)

    7 - L Load Capacities Swivel bridge installation – Single unit (90 degrees) Swivel bridge installation – Single unit (90 degrees) (linked or unlinked) (linked or unlinked) At this end, it is mandatory to install a bridge The only bridge confi gurations allowed at this end are the following: Any cantilever confi...

  • Page 100: Multiple Units

    7 - L Load Capacities Swivel bridge installation – Multiple units Swivel bridge installation – Multiple units (linked or unlinked) (linked or unlinked) At this end, it is mandatory to install a bridge The only bridge confi gurations allowed at this end are the following: Any cantilever confi...

  • Page 101: With Counterweight Adapter - Three Bridges

    7 - L Load Capacities Swivel bridge installation with counterweight adapter – three bridges Swivel bridge installation with counterweight adapter – three bridges (linked or unlinked) (linked or unlinked) At this end, it is mandatory to install a bridge The only bridge confi gurations allowed at this end are the following: Any cantilever configuration (see p.

  • Page 102: With Counterweight Adapter - Two Bridges

    7 - L Load Capacities Swivel bridge installation with counterweight adapter – two bridges Swivel bridge installation with counterweight adapter – two bridges (linked or unlinked) (linked or unlinked) At this end, it is mandatory to install a bridge The only bridge confi gurations allowed at this end are the following: Any cantilever configuration (see p.

  • Page 103: Hoist Installation Single Unit Setup

    7 - L Load Capacities Hoist installation – Single unit linked setup Hoist installation – Single unit linked setup 50' (15,2 m) OVERALL LENGTH OF CONFIGURATION 1000 lb 454 kg Total 4000 lb Total 3500 lb 50' (15,2 m) 1814 kg 1588 kg 500 lb 500 lb...

  • Page 104: Multiple Units Setup

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  • Page 105: Cantilever Reinforcement Cable Retainer Installations Single Unit Installation

    7 - L Load Capacities The confi gurations illustrated in fi g. 6.22 (above) require the use of an optional cantilever reinforcement cable retainer kit. LEGEND 5' (1,5 m) bridge assembly Length of bridge setup To ensure safety at all times, refer to load calculation guidelines and warnings on p. 94.

  • Page 106: Multiple Units Installation

    7 - L Load Capacities LEGEND 5' (1,5 m) bridge assembly Length of bridge setup To ensure safety at all times, refer to load calculation guidelines and warnings on p. 94.

  • Page 107: Safety Accessories

    8 - A Safety Accessories SAFETY comes fi rst. While most hazards that may occur when operating an F2 Series motorized unit setup can be avoided by using extreme care and common sense, safety accessories, such as appropriate guardrails and plank support outriggers, must be used to ensure security and compliance to local regulations when areas and activities involve heights or positioning of the setup that put workers at risk.

  • Page 108: Movable Guardrail

    8 - A Safety Accessories Guardrails Movable Guardrail (optional) To ensure the safety of workers in a more fl exible way, movable guardrails may be installed on bridges. Follow the installation steps of a standard guardrail and secure the movable guardrail to the standard guardrail with toggle pins.

  • Page 109: Access Stairs

    8 - A Access Stairs (optional) When the motorized unit is at base level, workers may use the optional access stairs to reach the platform. The access stairs can be installed on a bridge in the setup. Installation 1- Install the door guardrail by sliding the guardrail legs in the guardrail pockets on the bridge.

  • Page 110: Outriggers

    8 - A Outriggers Outriggers can be installed on two levels on F2 Series motorized units and bridges, top and bottom. Plank support outriggers are not designed to support the weight of material. Plank support outriggers must be installed no more than 5' (1,5 m) from one another. The size and number of outriggers required will vary according to the planking confi...

  • Page 111: Doubled Outriggers

    8 - A Outriggers Doubled outriggers (optional) Planking confi gurations of six, seven and eight planks wide require the use of doubled outriggers and optional cross boxes. A doubled outrigger can be a combination of a longer, thicker outrigger doubled with a standard 63" (1,6 m) or 72" (1,8 m) outrigger. Refer to the Outrigger Selection table on p.

  • Page 112: Cross Boxes

    8 - A Outriggers Cross Boxes (optional) Cross boxes are used to install auxiliary outriggers, as required when planking the inside corner of a forward extension or the recessed area in a wall. Cross boxes are also used when doubling outriggers is required. Installation 1- Remove the clevis pin, hitch pin clip and plank stop pin Top section...

  • Page 113: Non Standard Planking Confi Guration #2

    8 - A Outriggers Non Standard Planking Confi gurations Non Standard Planking Confi guration #2 Maximum 8 planks fi g. 8.28  Any outrigger according to Wall requirements This planking confi guration can be used for planking recessed areas Bridge fi g. 8.29  Outriggers Outriggers Required for Non Standard planking Confi...

  • Page 114: Outriggers - Top Position

    8 - A Outriggers Outriggers – Top position (optional) Outriggers used at the top position can be installed either from the front or the back of the motorized unit or the bridge. In a confi guration where 63" (160 cm) outriggers are used at the top position only, the maximum width of planking allowed is three planks.

  • Page 115: Multiple Mast Handler

    8 - A Multiple Mast Handler (optional) The use of the multiple mast handler will allow the qualifi ed erector/dismantler to install pre-assembled lengths of mast (also referred to as “sticks”) and reduce the time required to achieve the assembly of the mast. Installation 1- Pre-assemble a length of mast sections on the ground.

  • Page 116: Adapter Base For Freestanding Installation

    8 - A Adapter Base for Freestanding Installation (optional) The optional adapter base for freestanding installation is used when an F2 Series setup requires a freestanding confi guration. Freestanding F2 Series confi gurations are only allowed for linked standard single unit installations. For the defi nition of a standard installation, refer to p.

  • Page 117: Authorized Height For Freestanding Installation With Adapter Base

    8 - A Adapter Base for Freestanding Installation (optional) Installation of the motorized unit on the adapter base (cont’d) 4- Remove the 3/4" bolt assemblies to take away both lateral extensions from the base of the motorized unit. 5- Lift the motorized unit and carefully lower it on the adapter base for freestanding installation, making sure to align it properly.

  • Page 118: Jib Arm

    8 - A Jib Arm (optional) The optional F2 Series jib arm is used to install or remove mast sections. The jib arm can be used with an interchangeable manual or electrical winch. With a maximum lifting capacity of 400 lb (181 kg), the jib arm must not be used to lift any material other than one mast section at a time.

  • Page 119: Using The Jib Arm To Lift A Mast Section

    8 - A Jib Arm (optional) Installation of the jib arm on the motorized unit (cont’d) 3- Pivot the top part of the jib arm assembly until it is completely upright. Secure in place with the toggle bolt. Tighten to a torque of 30 lb-ft (41 N-m). 4- Attach the mast handler to the cable hook at the upper end of the jib arm (fi...

  • Page 120: Hoist Support Assembly

    8 - A Hoist Support Assembly (optional) The optional hoist support assembly can be installed on F2 Series bridges and is designed to be used with an electric hoist with a maximum lifting capacity of 1000 lb (454 kg) (lifting capacity based on a hoist weighing 250 lb or 113 kg).

  • Page 121: Monorail

    8 - A Monorail (optional) Using the same support structure as the weather protection system, the monorail system allows loads of up to 1000 lb (454 kg) to be moved safely along the installation. The monorail system can be used on setups with a maximum planking confi guration of three planks wide. The weight of the monorail structure and its accessories must be deducted from the load capacities of the setup.

  • Page 122: Weather Protection For Bridges

    8 - A Weather Protection for Bridges (optional) Weather protection can increase work effi ciency by protecting workers, material and equipment against adverse climatic conditions. A weather protection structure allows users to fasten tarpaulins quickly. The weight of the weather protection structure and its accessories must be deducted from the load capacities of the setup.

  • Page 123: Cantilever Reinforcement Cable Retainer

    8 - A Cantilever reinforcement cable retainer (optional) The optional cantilever reinforcement cable retainer is used when longer cantilevers are required on an installation. Whereas the total loads permitted in a confi guration must usually be concentrated close to the motorized unit, the bridge reinforcement cables and the retaining device allow the distribution of the loads over the entire length of the cantilever, thus increasing load capacity at the end of the cantilever.
  • Page 124 8 - A Cantilever reinforcement cable retainer (optional) Installation (cont'd) 9- Connect the cables for the two limit switches of the cantilever reinforcement cable retainer in the appropriate port, according to their function. Test the operation of each of the limit switches by placing a metal object in front of it and make sure that the display screen indicates the proper detection.

  • Page 125: Adapter Base For Sidewalk Canopy Installation

    8 - A Adapter Base for Sidewalk Canopy Installation (optional) The optional adapter base for sidewalk canopy installation is used to install an F2 Series motorized unit at 10' (3 m) above the bearing surface, as part of a sidewalk canopy installation.

  • Page 126: Calculating Distance From Wall

    8 - A Adapter Base for Sidewalk Canopy Installation (optional) Installation of the adapter base (cont’d) 3- The bearing surface under the support frames must be level, clear of debris and have a bearing capacity suffi cient to support the load under each screw jack. It is important to make sure that the bearing surface is stable and has not been subject to any type of erosion or deterioration caused by weather conditions (snow, rain, etc.).

  • Page 127: Installation Of The Motorized Unit On The Adapter Base

    8 - A Adapter Base for Sidewalk Canopy Installation (optional) Installation of the adapter base (cont’d) 9- Secure the adapter base to the support frame assembly by tightening each girder clamp assembly (fi g. 8.80, p. 126) to a torque of 108 lb-ft (146 N-m). 10- Verify the level of the adapter base, if necessary.

  • Page 128: Hydraulic Oil Heater / Recirculator

    8 - A Hydraulic oil heater / recirculator (optional) The optional hydraulic oil heater/recirculator is an addition to the normal F2 Series hydraulic circuit to warm up the hydraulic oil before operating the motorized unit. Warming up the hydraulic oil will allow smooth operation and avoid damages and premature wear to the equipment.

  • Page 129: Transport And Storage

    9 - T Transport and Storage Preparation of the motorized unit 1- Follow the dismantling guidelines appropriate to the installation. Refer to p. 36 of the Motorized Unit section for more information on dismantling an installation. 2- Make sure the motorized unit is at base level. Push in all the outriggers and lock them in place.

  • Page 130: Lifting And Moving A Motorized Unit Or A Setup

    On an F300 motorized unit model, the shackle must be positioned in the center hole, as shown in fi g. 9.8. On an F200 motorized unit model, the shackle must be positioned in the hole located on the same side as the control panel, as shown in fi g. 9.9.

  • Page 131: Storage Of A Bridge

    9 - T Transport and Storage Lifting and moving of motorized unit or a setup Lifting by the shackle on the mast head (cont'd) 3- Slip a chain or sling through the shackle on the mast head (fi g. 9.5, p. 131). Secure the chain or sling to the forks of a rough terrain forklift.

  • Page 132: Greasing Of Gears And Racks

    A proper and timely greasing of the gears and the racks is critical to guarantee performance and longevity of the Hydro Mobile F2 Series mast climber system. It is important to understand that not all open gear greases and lubricants off er equal levels of quality and performance.

  • Page 133: Inspections

    7 of the Performance and Safety Rules section. Each Hydro Mobile motorized unit and its accessories must be submitted to daily (or before every working shift) and weekly inspections and maintenance operations performed by the qualifi...
  • Page 134 Each overspeed safety device must be submitted to a factory rebuild and recertifi cation no later than every 5 years. The F2 Series overspeed safety device is a unit sealed by Hydro Mobile and must not be opened, modifi ed or tampered with under any circumstances. If an overspeed safety device shows signs of tampering or if the tamper-proof seals are missing, the overspeed safety device must be factory recertifi...

  • Page 135: Samples Of Checklist

    DATE (WEEK OF): Each Hydro Mobile motorized unit and its accessories must be inspected daily or before every working shift, as well as weekly. These inspections must be carried out by a qualified user / operator. Use the spaces below to monitor 6 days of the daily and weekly inspections. Use the Notes and Comments form to indicate any discrepancy or any item found to be not acceptable. Any discrepancy must be reported and appropriate corrective action must be taken immediately.

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