Pandrol. This manual aims to help you get to know your new Alpha Grinder, to use it in the best way and to maintain it properly for a long lifetime. It also presents important safety regulations and warnings.
When using an air jet do not direct it toward another person. Improper use of air jet could result in bodily injury. The machine is not allowed to be used on a track that is open for traffic. Caution shall be exercised when the operator leaves the Alpha Grinder especially when adjacent track is trafficked and can endanger the safety.
Operators and service personnel should wear appropriate protective equipment, such as gloves, goggles and overalls. Alpha Grinder is only to be used by trained personnel, thoroughly familiar with and trained in general railway workmanship. The equipment should be operated according to the conditions and standard regulations applying to the track they are working on.
Qualified Personnel The Alpha Grinder is only to be used by trained personnel, thoroughly familiar with and trained in general railway workmanship. The equipment should be operated according to the conditions and standard regulations applying to the track they are working on.
2. Warning Labels and Information Symbols Below are examples of warning labels and information symbols on the machine. If any of these labels become damaged or lost, they are to be replaced with new original warning labels that are available from Pandrol AB. Figure 1:...
3. Machine Components Main Unit The Main Unit is the heart of Alpha Grinder. It contains the engine and components. The handlebar with the operator controls is also mounted on the Main Unit. Figure 2: Components Table 1: Item Description...
The engine has to be switched off when mounting/dismounting the machine or when the machine is resting on the ground. Inspect the Alpha grinder to make sure there are no damages and that it is completely free from defects. Adjustments Check rail width, allowed play 5-15 mm.
Lift the machine off the rail and park it with the handles folded down. Release arm and place on machine in transport position. DO NOT lift the Alpha Grinder manually. Make sure the machine is lifted in lifting eye. Use a lifting device suitable for the purpose.
5. Transporting and Parking Preparing for Transport or Storage Place the Alpha Grinder on a flat surface. It must stand straight up. Use straps to fasten and secure. DO NOT lift the Alpha Grinder manually. Figure 7: Figure 8: OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL | ENG_OMM_AlphaGrinder_P01 | 10th July 2019...
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WARNING The Alpha Grinder must only be operated by trained personnel and with experienced workmanship. All safety precautions and other requirements is the responsibility of the equipment operator. Operation or preparation for use can be dangerous and may cause serious personal injuries if not correctly performed.
General Maintenance and overhaul is to be carried out by qualified personnel only. The Alpha Grinder is designed for the absolute minimum of maintenance. All its components have been chosen for a long working-life and high quality. The Alpha Grinder requires: A minor maintenance before and after every working shift •...
Its main function is to clamp together the assembled parts and produce friction force between the assembled parts. At Pandrol AB we mainly use steel screws and nuts. The table below shows the nominal tightening torque in Nm for the screws and nuts that are used...
The warranty does not apply if the product defect or flaw in question exists because of or is a result of improper use, tampering, or unauthorized modification, or if the product has been exposed to fire, electrical storms or excessive voltage. Service Service is offered after the expiration of the warranty as well. Please contact Pandrol AB. Contact Table 6: Address...
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