Summary of Contents for FOS Technologies TOWER 700
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270 kg (595.3lb) 6.65 m (21.81’) MATERIAL ALUMINIUM LIFTER User Manual FOS TECHNOLOGIES V07.19...
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A - Pulleys sets B - Winch set C - Base set D - Stabilizer set Forks support F2195K Forks F2159K F1354K Section 6 F1353K Section 5 Section 4 F1352K F1351K Section 3 F1350K Section 2 F1349K Section 1 Base F1223K FOS 700 Short leg FOS 700 Long leg...
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LISTA DE REPUESTOS / SPARE PARTS LIST Code/Código Description/Descripción F1004K Conic screw M5 x 12 F1005K Conic allen screw M6 x 16 F1006K Allen screw M10 x 25 F1011K Allen screw M5 x 25 F1012K Allen screw M6 x 10 F1020K Allen screw M8 x 25 F1022K...
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LISTA DE REPUESTOS / SPARE PARTS LIST Code/Código Description/Descripción F2138K Lock rest F2140K Small lower pulley rest º55 F2141K Nylon runner F2142K Section Top F2143K Section screw top F2144K Brake ramp F2145K Spring F2146K Carriage break F2154K Cable clamp F2155K Base section rest F2156K F2157K “R” Shape clip F2159K Lifting fork F2161NK Short winch plate FOS 700 F2162K Pulley rest Ø80 F2185K FOS 700 Lock...
Operating Instructions 1 - INTRODUCTION. Dear user. Thank you purchasing your FOS 700 lifter. We hope you will be very satisfied with it. This manual has been written so that you can understand how to effectively use the lift and most importantly, so that you can use it safely. It is important that you fully read the manual and follow the instructions carefully before using your lift. All FOS lifts undergo a very strict quality control process during their manufacture. So that your lift always works properly please only purchase original FOS parts from an authorized distributor or dealer. The user waives all warranty rights if using parts other than FOS or if the product is manipulated in any way by an unauthorized third party. When requesting parts, please refer to the diagrams of this manual and quote the serial number and year of manufacture located on your lifter. 2 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS. FOS lifter, model K-40 has been designed for vertically lifting lighting, trussing etc in the Professional sound and light sector. There is various supports or accessories available, please refer to our website or catalogue.
Operating Instructions 2.12 - FOS Locks on each section which automatically slots in to the sections during elevation, locking them in place. 2.13 - Anchor of the legs by safety catches. 2.14 - Adjustable stabilizer plates in the legs with nonslip rubber base support. 2.15 - Spirit level for vertical alignment. 2.16 - Swivel wheels for transporting the lifter to its working position. 3 - SAFETY GUIDELINE. 3.1 - Situate the tower on a solid and flat surface. 3.2 - Check that the legs are fully inserted and secured in to their housing with the safety locks. 3.3 - Ensure that the lifter is in a vertical position and use the spirit level located on the base profile to check. If necessary, adjust its alignment with the plates by turning the handle in the appropriate direction.
Operating Instructions 4 - OPERATION. 4.1 - Place the tower on a flat and solid surface where it is going to be used. 4.2 - Remove the legs from their transport supports and insert them in their working po- sition. Check that they are fully inserted and fixed with their safety lock. 4.3 - Ensure that the lifter is in a vertical position and use the spirit level located on the base profile to check the bubble is centred. If necessary, adjust its alignment with the stabilizer plates by turning the handle in the appropriate direction. 4.4 - Change the forks to their horizontal working position and fix them with the fastener pins, place the load on the forks using a FOS Accessory if necessary, and ensure that the tower is only used to lift loads vertically. The minimum load is 25 kg. NEVER RAISE THE TOWER SECTIONS WITHOUT LOAD. 4.5 - Elevation: 4.5.1 - Ensure that all the FOS locks are in the BLOCK position. 4.5.2 - Change the nº1 FOS lock to the LIFT position. 4.5.3 - Turn the handle clockwise to raise the lifting 2 3 4 5 carriage of the tower. 4.5.4 - When you have reached the desired height, fix the nº1 FOS lock in by turning the handle anti- clockwise. Change the nº1 FOS lock to the BLOCK position. 4.5.5 - Change the nº2 FOS lock to the LIFT position. 4.5.6 - Turn the handle clockwise to rise the next section of the tower. 4.5.7 - When you have reached the desired height, fix the nº2 FOS lock in by turning the handle anti-clockwise. Check that the nº2 FOS lock has introduced in to its corresponding hole.
Operating Instructions WARNING: The tower can be left in any intermediate height if necessary. Just make sure that the FOS locks are always fixed and introduced. In the unlikely event of cable breaking the FOS locks will ensure that the tower stays UP and SECURE. Your security is our main concern.
ATTENTION: Do not apply oil or grease to the brake mechanism. The brake discs have been pre-grea- sed with a special heat and pressure resistant grease. To avoid malfunction to the winch brake, no other products must be used except the original provided by the company. It is not necessary to grease the brake discs.