Epiroc HM Series Safety And Operating Instructions Manual

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HM
Safety and operating instructions
Hydro Magnets
© Construction Tools GmbH | 3390 5149 01 | 2020-09-22
Original Instructions
1500 F, 1500 M, 2000 F, 2000 M
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  • Page 1 1500 F, 1500 M, 2000 F, 2000 M Safety and operating instructions Hydro Magnets © Construction Tools GmbH | 3390 5149 01 | 2020-09-22 Original Instructions...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Table of Contents 1 Introduction .......................... 6 About these Safety and Operating Instructions.................... 6 2 Safety instructions........................ 7 Signal words................................ 7 Qualification ................................ 8 Intended use ................................ 8 2.3.1 Generator system .............................. 9 Use other than intended ............................. 9 Protective equipment............................ 10 Carrier, precautions ............................ 10 Transport, precautions ............................. 10 Magnetic field, precautions.......................... 11 Electrical shock, precautions .......................... 11 2.10 Explosion and fire, precautions........................ 12...
  • Page 4 Contents 5.4.2 First installation.............................. 24 5.4.3 Install separate leakage oil line ........................ 25 5.4.4 Making the hydraulic connections ........................ 25 5.4.5 Optional equipment ............................ 26 Removing the hydraulic attachment from the carrier.................. 28 5.5.1 Dismantling the hydraulic connections ...................... 28 5.5.2 Mechanical disassembly.......................... 28 Removing the adapter plate .......................... 28 6 Operation .......................... 29 Making operational readiness.......................... 30...
  • Page 5 Contents LEDs 4, 5 and 6 flash simultaneously: Insulation fault detected .............. 42 8.10 LED 4, 5, 6 light up and 100 % flash: Pre-alarm over temperature of the control electronics.... 43 8.11 LED 4, 5, 6 and 100 % flash: Over temperature control electronics............. 43 9 Repair ............................ 44 Sending in the hydraulic attachment for repairs ................... 44 10 Storage............................ 45...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    1.1 About these Safety and 1 Introduction Operating Instructions Epiroc is a leading productivity partner for the mining, in- frastructure and natural resources industries. With cut- The aim of these Instructions is to familiarise you with ting-edge technology, Epiroc develops and produces in-...
  • Page 7: Safety Instructions

    Safety and operating instructions 2.1 Signal words 2 Safety instructions The signal words Danger, Warning, Caution, and Notice This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert are used as follows in these Safety and operating in- you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey structions: all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
  • Page 8: Qualification

    Safety and operating instructions 2.2 Qualification 2.3 Intended use Transporting the hydraulic attachment is only permitted You may only use the Hydro Magnet for collecting and if carried out by people who: separating ferro-magnetic materials. • are authorised to operate a crane or a forklift truck Only attach the Hydro Magnet to a hydraulic carrier of a according to the applicable national provisions, suitable load−bearing capacity.
  • Page 9: Generator System

    Safety and operating instructions 2.3.1 Generator system 2.4 Use other than intended The generator system described in this manual is a mod- Incorrect, inappropriate use and lack of maintenance can ular energy-generating system for Hydro Magnets. The cause dangerous situations. Injury or damage may re- generator system is intended for use as fixed mounted sult.
  • Page 10: Protective Equipment

    Safety and operating instructions 2.5 Protective equipment 2.7 Transport, precautions Personal protective equipment must comply with the ap- WARNING Risk of death due to suspended loads plicable health and safety regulations. When lifting loads these can swivel and fall off. This can Always wear the following personal protective equip- result in serious injuries or even death.
  • Page 11: Magnetic Field, Precautions

    Safety and operating instructions 2.8 Magnetic field, precautions 2.9 Electrical shock, precautions WARNING Risk of magnetic field DANGER Danger to life through electrical voltage The electromagnetic field can cause interference and During operation, dangerous voltages may occur. This damage to electronic devices (such as cardiac pacemak- can lead to serious injury or even death.
  • Page 12: Explosion And Fire, Precautions

    Safety and operating instructions 2.10 Explosion and fire, 2.11 Hydraulic installation, precautions precautions DANGER Explosion and fire WARNING Hydraulic pressure too high Operating the Hydro Magnet may ignite highly If the hydraulic pressure is too high, the parts of the hy- flammable gases.
  • Page 13: Media/Consumables, Precautions

    Hydraulic oil and grease can cause rashes (or even u Consult the Epiroc Customer Center / Dealer in your eczema) if they come into contact with the skin. area. u Avoid all skin contact with hydraulic oil and grease.
  • Page 14: Changes To The Hydraulic Attachment, Precautions

    Never carry out any changes to the hydraulic attach- ment or the adapter plate. u Only use original parts or accessories approved by Epiroc. u Modifications that entail new hazards may require a new procedure for assessing conformity. 2.16 Environmental pollution,...
  • Page 15: Overview

    Safety and operating instructions Display 3 Overview 3.1 Equipment description The picture gives an overview of the main parts and components of the hydraulic attachment. Actual details may differ. Version F HM Version M Electric power available Magnet plate on „Lift load“ Fast demagnetization activated „Drop load“...
  • Page 16 Note: For error localization error blink netization. code can be read for generator systems. LED goes out when the quick demag- Consult the Epiroc Customer Center / netization is complete. dealer in your area. LED also goes out when the quick de- magnetization is cancelled.
  • Page 17: Function

    Safety and operating instructions 3.2 Function LED 4 LEDs 4, 5 and 6 flash simultaneously Insulation fault detected The operation of a Hydro Magnet is described in a If an insulation fault is detected, a restart greatly simplified version below: is automatically blocked.
  • Page 18: Signs / Labels

    Safety and operating instructions Conventional demagnetization functions at a similarly D. Weight of hydraulic attachment slow rate as the magnetization without impulse excita- E. Serial number tion. Due to the long-lasting residual magnetism of the Name and address of manufacturer magnet plate, it requires a relatively long time to drop all G.
  • Page 19: Guarantee

    Check that the delivery is complete. n Check the delivery for visual damage. n If any defects are found, consult the Epiroc Customer Center / dealer in your area. 3.6 Scope of delivery The Hydro Magnet is delivered complete with: •...
  • Page 20: Transport

    Safety and operating instructions 4.1 Transport using a crane 4 Transport n Insert the four adjustable eyebolts from above into WARNING Hoist tipping over / hydraulic attach- the four holes (see figure) in the top plate. ment falling n Slide one washer on each screw thread and screw The hydraulic attachment is heavy.
  • Page 21: Transport Using A Forklift Truck

    Safety and operating instructions 4.2 Transport using a forklift 4.3 Transport using a truck truck WARNING Hydraulic attachment tipping over / slipping WARNING Hydraulic attachment tipping over The hydraulic attachment slipping or tipping over and The hydraulic attachment tipping off the fork of the forklift falling from the loading area of a lorry may cause serious truck or the pallet may cause serious injury.
  • Page 22: Installation

    Dispose of it in accordance with the applicable envi- Our hydraulic attachments are basically designed for use ronmental regulations. with mineral oils. Consult the Epiroc Customer Center / Dealer in your area before using other hydraulic oils ap- 5.1 Media/consumables proved by the carrier manufacturer.
  • Page 23: Manufacturing The Adapter Plate

    Safety and operating instructions 5.2 Manufacturing the adapter WARNING Hands and fingers being cut off or hurt Bores and surfaces can act like a pair of scissors and plate cut off or hurt parts of your body. Construction Tools GmbH also supplies base plates to u Never use your fingers to check bores or fitting sur- manufacture adapter plates alternatively to the adapter faces.
  • Page 24: Attaching The Hydraulic Attachment To The Carrier

    The adapter plate must not be stopped by the mechani- cut off or hurt parts of your body. cal stops in either position. Consult the Epiroc Customer u Never use your fingers to check bores or fitting sur- Center / Dealer in your area if the adapter plate is faces.
  • Page 25: Install Separate Leakage Oil Line

    Safety and operating instructions n Attach the leakage oil line to the pre-installed connec- NOTICE Damage due to incorrect oil pressure setting tion on the hydraulic oil tank and tighten with the re- Incorrect oil pressure setting can result in severe dam- quired tightening torque.
  • Page 26: Optional Equipment

    Safety and operating instructions n Check that the connections on the Hydro Magnet and on the hoses are not damaged. n Change any damaged connections. n Connect the carrier's pressure line »P« in a torsion- free manner to port »G«. n Connect the carrier's tank line »T«...
  • Page 27 Usually you do not change the factory setting of the ra- dio channel. If it is necessary to change the radio chan- nel please consult the Epiroc Customer Center / Dealer n Unplug the connections (K) and (L) and remove the in your area.
  • Page 28: Removing The Hydraulic Attachment From The Carrier

    Safety and operating instructions 5.5 Removing the hydraulic WARNING Injury by impacts A sudden movement of the carrier may cause your as- attachment from the carrier sistant to be hit and injured by the boom or the hydraulic n Place the hydraulic attachment on timber support attachment.
  • Page 29: Operation

    When lifting loads these can swivel and fall off. This can moving the ignition key and keeping it safe). result in serious injuries or even death. u Contact the Epiroc Customer Center / Dealer in your u Shut off the danger zone in a radius of 20 m around area.
  • Page 30: Making Operational Readiness

    If you have any questions about electric / hydraulic com- mands, consult the carrier manufacturer and/or the Epiroc Customer Center / Dealer in your area. n Switch the hydraulic attachment on and off, as de- scribed in the carrier‘s operating instructions.
  • Page 31: Functional Test

    Safety and operating instructions n Consult the Epiroc Customer Center / Dealer in your Emergency stop function area if LED 6 lights up. In an emergency, the Hydro Magnet can be safely shut down by switching off the carrier. n Briefly press the control button again, if no defects in functioning occur.
  • Page 32: Correct Operation

    Safety and operating instructions 6.4.2 Drop load 6.4 Correct operation n Move the magnet plate with the suspended load into position for dropping the load. 6.4.1 Lift load n Briefly press the control button. n Place the magnet plate on the load to be lifted. LED 2 goes out and LED 3 lights up for the duration n Briefly press the control button.
  • Page 33: Prohibited Operation

    Safety and operating instructions 6.5.3 Use over the chain 6.5 Prohibited operation WARNING Danger of tipping 6.5.1 Unsafe base The carrier can topple over and cause injuries and dam- age. WARNING Danger of tipping u Never work with full delivery sideways in the direction The carrier can topple over and cause injuries and dam- of movement.
  • Page 34: Impacting/Chopping

    Safety and operating instructions 6.5.5 Impacting/chopping 6.5.7 Cylinder end positions n Do not use the hydraulic attachment to impact or n Reposition the carrier to avoid working with the cylin- chop to destroy material. der in its end positions. This would seriously damage the hydraulic attach- Avoid operating the hydraulic attachment when the ment.
  • Page 35: Maintenance

    Only use the Hydro Magnet again after all damage and defects have been repaired. Repairs may only be carried WARNING Hot parts out by authorized and trained personnel from Epiroc. Parts of the Hydro Magnet, hoses, pipes and fittings be- DANGER Danger of electric shock come very hot during operation.
  • Page 36: Maintenance Schedule

    Replace damaged hoses. Check the adapter plate bolts for wear. every 20,000 operating hours Have both ball-bearings of the generator replaced. Contact the Epiroc Customer Center / dealer in your area. © Construction Tools GmbH | 3390 5149 01 | 2020-09-22...
  • Page 37: Depressurising The Hydraulic System

    The hydraulic attachment can only be depressurized us- ing the hydraulic system of the carrier, by allowing hy- n Consult the Epiroc Customer Center / Dealer in your draulic oil to drain to the tank via the return connection. area if the wear limit "a" of 10 mm is reached.
  • Page 38: Checking The Connecting Cable Of The Magnet Plate

    Let a worn chain or hook be replaced. Consult the n Rework or replace worn bolts. Epiroc Customer Center / Dealer in your area. 7.11 Checking hydraulic lines 7.7 Checking the connecting...
  • Page 39 Safety and operating instructions n Change the oil filter cartridge after the first 50 operat- ing hours. n Check the oil filter every 500 operating hours and re- place if it is necessary. © Construction Tools GmbH | 3390 5149 01 | 2020-09-22 Original Instructions...
  • Page 40: Bolt Connections / Tightening Torques

    Safety and operating instructions 7.13 Bolt connections / Tightening torques The bolt connections of Hydro Magnets are subjected to very high loads. Tighten any loose connections without exceeding the recommended tightening torques. Connection point Interval Type of spanner / size Tightening torque Adapter plate* A daily...
  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    Epiroc Customer If the error persists after the reset:Turn off the carrier. control center stops responding. Center / Dealer in Contact the Epiroc Customer Center / Dealer in your area. your area 8.4 LED 5 lights up: Overload Cause Remedy...
  • Page 42: Led 5 Flashes: System Failure

    8.5 LED 5 flashes: System failure Cause Remedy A safety critical error has oc- Turn off the carrier and secure it against being switched Workshop or Epiroc curred. on again (for example, by removing the ignition key and Customer Center / keeping it safe).
  • Page 43: Led 4, 5, 6 Light Up And 100 % Flash: Pre-Alarm Over Temperature Of The Control Electronics

    Clean the cooling air openings with a damp cloth if necessary. If overtemperature occurs repeatedly contact the Epiroc Customer Center / Dealer in your area. Let be checked if there is dirt on the cooling air openings Epiroc Customer on the generator back.
  • Page 44: Repair

    Repair is only permitted if carried out by profession- als trained by Construction Tools GmbH. These pro- fessionals must follow all safety instructions and guidelines for repair. u Consult the Epiroc Customer Center / Dealer in your area. 9.1 Sending in the hydraulic attachment for repairs...
  • Page 45: Storage

    Store the Hydro Magnet in an upright position and so that it cannot topple over on a pallet. n Have the Hydro Magnet checked after prolonged storage. Consult the Epiroc Customer Center / Dealer in your area. © Construction Tools GmbH | 3390 5149 01 | 2020-09-22...
  • Page 46: Disposal

    Safety and operating instructions 11 Disposal NOTICE Environmental damage due to consumables Hydraulic oil and cutter grease are environmentally harmful and must not penetrate the ground or enter the water table or water supplies. u Collect any such consumables which may escape. u Dispose of them in accordance with the applicable environmental regulations.
  • Page 47: Technical Specifications

    Hole pattern (group)  Weight apply to standard carriers only.    Any variations must be agreed with Epiroc and / or the carrier manufacturer.  Hydro Magnet including adapter plate of medium size    Please note that the working weight can be considerably higher, depending on the adapter plate.
  • Page 48: Technical Data Joystick Activation

    Safety and operating instructions 12.1 Technical data Joystick activation Operating frequency 433.25 – 434.60 MHz Synthesizer technique Adjacent channel attenuation 40 dB Transmitting power 10 dBm (10 mW) Range max. 400 m (in free space) Operating temperature range -10 - +55 °C ©...
  • Page 49: Ec Declaration Of Conformity (Ec Directive 2006/42/Ec)

    Safety and operating instructions 13 EC Declaration of Conformity (EC Directive 2006/42/EC) We, Construction Tools GmbH, hereby declare that the machines listed below conform to the provisions of EC Directive 2006/42/EC (Machinery Directive), 2004/108/EC (EMC Directive), and the harmonised standards mentioned below. Hydro Magnet HM 1500 F HM 1500 M...
  • Page 52 Any unauthorized use or copying of the contents or any part thereof is prohibited. This applies in particular to trademarks, model denominations, part numbers, and drawings. epiroc.com...

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