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Scorpion II® METRO Truck Mounted Attenuator Assembly Manual and Mounting Instruction Guide (For Model: Scorpion II®METRO 10000 Series TMA) This Manual is Available at www.traffixdevices.com 160 Avenida La Pata San Clemente, CA 92673 P/N 13089 Rev A1 Dated 5/13/2020 1...
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TrafFix Devices, Inc. Certified Attenuator Installer for assistance in mounting the system is recommended. Contact TrafFix Devices, Inc. to obtain a list of Certified Installers in the area. Please read this manual in its entirety before assembling, installing, or operating the Scorpion II Metro TMA.
Limitation and Warnings TrafFix Devices Inc. (TDI), in compliance with the Manual for Assessing Safety Hardware (MASH) recommended procedures for the Safety Performance of Highway Features. TDI contracts with ISO accredited testing facilities to conduct crash tests, evaluation of tests, and submittal of results to the Federal Highway Administration for Eligibility for Federal-Aid Reimbursement.
Operating Instructions Proper Operation includes knowledge of TMA use in Work Zones, both Moving and Stationary, including the proper spacing, to allow for “roll-ahead”. Before use, the Operator should have prior knowledge/ discussion of the Work Zone in which the TMA will be deployed and that the TMA model used has been tested and passed to Test Level 2 PLUS, 50 mph/80 kph.
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To Raise (“Store”) the Unit for Transport 1. Ensure that both the truck bed and area above the rear of the host vehicle is clear. 2. Locate the desired controller, either the in-cab controller (if installed) or the rear plug-in. If using the rear plug-in, and it is not already plugged in, plug it into the socket on the TMA near the rear passenger side of the truck.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & PRECAUTIONS A. Before attempting to install or operate the Scorpion II Metro TMA this manual should be read and understood. Those areas with warnings or cautions should be carefully followed. B. Before raising or lowering the TMA the operator should check that the area around the TMA is clear and that personnel are not in or near the area.
If there is anything missing or not complete, contact a TrafFix Devices representative as soon as possible. 3. WARNING: TOP HEAVY– Indicates to move pallets with extreme caution. The use of a forklift is preferred when handling pallets.
Initial Inspection: Compare the Packing List with the original order to ensure all items have been delivered. Should any damage be found, or any items missing, contact the freight company as well as a TrafFix Devices representative as soon as possible.
Removing Packaging for Inspection 2. Observe the warning signs before unwrapping. Module A • Remove plastic wrap and cardboard with utility knife. *Be careful not to cut any wires or parts. P/N 13089 Rev A1 Dated 5/13/2020 11...
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Unwrap and Inspect: Tail Lighting and Side Marker Lights 3. Remove all cardboard from lights and inspect for damage. Side Marker: Tail Lighting: P/N 13089 Rev A1 Dated 5/13/2020 12...
Metro TMA Assembly Overview 1. Cut and remove Steel bands and cardboard from the TMA. 2. Remove Module A from the pallet and open the box. 3. Remove Module C from the TMA. 4. Open parts and accessory box, confirm contents. 5.
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Metro TMA Assembly Overview 6. Lift the TMA off the pallet using a forklift. 7. Remove mounting brackets from the pallet. 8. Reposition the TMA on the edge of the pallet. 9. Lower drop jacks so that the yellow paint is not showing. 10.
Metro TMA Assembly 1. Cut the Steel bands that are holding the components to the TMA. One person should be holding the components in place, while another person cuts the bands. WARNING: Watch for falling components when cutting the Steel Bands. Remove the components and the cardboard from the TMA.
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Metro TMA Assembly 1. Cut and remove the steel bands that hold the TMA to the pallet. Steel Bands 2. To prevent paint from getting damaged, place a piece of cardboard on the blades of the forklift. Use the forklift to lift the TMA diaphragm off the pallet.
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Metro TMA Assembly 4. Position the TMA on the edge of the pallet then slowly start lowering the TMA. 5. Once the drop jacks can safely be reached, do not lower the TMA any further. Extend the drop jacks so that the yellow painted edge is aligned with the bottom of the drop jack mounting bracket.
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Metro TMA Assembly 6. Use the forklift to lift the Back-up diaphragm off the ground or use lifting straps, place them on the Back-up of the TMA. Lift the TMA until it is level to the drop jacks previously extended. 7.
Module C Installation 1. Lift Module C into position on the TMA. 2. Secure Module C with washers and Button head bolts. Use grease on all bolts and tighten to a minimum of 20 ft-lbs. Appropriate to use either a Ratchet and Socket or Impact Wrench when tightening bolts.
Module A Installation 1. Lift Module A into position on the TMA and secure with bolts and washers. Use grease on all bolts and tighten to a minimum of 20 ft-lbs. Appropriate to use either a Ratchet and Socket or Impact Wrench when tightening bolts.
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Complete Assembly of Metro TMA Module E Module C Module A P/N 13089 Rev A1 Dated 5/13/2020 21...
Hydraulic Pump Assembly 1. Fill the reservoir on the hydraulic pump with three gallons of Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) and attach the electrical wires (minimum gauge size of #1 battery cable for both the positive and negative hydraulic motor connections) to the motor cables. Push the “up” button on the yellow controller to raise the TMA to its stored position.
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Hydraulic Pump Parts List 1A 1B 3A 3B Item # Part # Item Description QTY/TMA 11010 12 Volt Motor w/ Hydraulic Pump - Complete 11011 24 Volt Motor w/ Hydraulic Pump - Complete 11020-12 Valve w/ 12V Coil, controls "up" 11020-24 Valve w/ 24V Coil, controls "up"...
Standard Flatbed Truck Mounting Installation Truck Installation Model C Before attempting to install the TMA to a host vehicle truck, ensure that the truck meets the following criteria: Truck weight specifications vary from state to state; however, it is recommended that the truck weighs a minimum of 7,300 lbs.
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3. With the assembled TMA in the deployed position, deploy and adjust all four jacks on a flat-leveled surface (shown in the figure below) to a height that measures approximately 14 1/2”- 15” from the underside of the TMA to the flat surface.
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5. After proper confirmation of the backing plate being level and 90° to the horizontal surface, deploy the drops jacks and unbolt the TMA from the backing plate that is already tacked onto the host vehicle. Fully weld the backing plate on both the inside and outside of the frame rails.
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7. Weld the angles in place at the rear of the angle. Refer to the figure below for proper welding locations. (DRIVER SIDE) 8. Install the lower bottom angle (P/N: 10356) and fully weld the angle in place. Refer to the following figure for prop- er welding locations.
Dump Truck Mounting Installation Installation of Extension Frame Before attempting to install the TMA to a host vehicle truck, ensure that the truck meets the following criteria: Truck weight specifications vary from state to state; however, it is recommended that the truck weighs a minimum of 7,300 lbs.
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3. The extension frame comes with the right and left vertical tubes bolted in place in the right and left frame sections as shown in the first figure below. For ease of attachment to the truck, mount the extension frame to the TMA , as seen in the below second figure, and roll the TMA with the extension frame to the back of the truck,.
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4. Once the TMA is rolled towards the back of the host vehicle, tack weld the tubes in place at the outermost and innermost four corners where the tubes touch the frame. This image below illustrates ideal tack welding locations to hold the tubes in place.
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6. Position the splice plates, as shown here in this figure below, against the sides of the frame and the vertical tubes. Mark on the plate the position of two holes for ¾” bolts. Drill these holes in the plates and the frame. Weld the edge of the plate to the vertical tube.
Fast-Trak SwiftConnect Configuration 1 ™ (Configuration 1 is for trucks where the back end of the truck has no plate and only the truck frame rails are exposed.) PN: 11140-06 used for illustration, other lengths are installed in the same way. Adding ballast can affect the truck bed height, so it is advisable to ballast the truck before attaching the TMA.
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Rear Plate and Frame Rails will vary Truck Mount Plate Truck Mount Frame depending on height of frame rails (Rear Plate) Height from the Truck Weld Truck Mount Be sure that Truck Mount Mount Frame to the Frame to Truck Mount Plate is welded 90 degrees ground.
Fast-Trak SwiftConnect Configuration 2 ™ Plate already welded on truck PN: 11145-06 used for illustration, other lengths are installed in the same way. Figure 4: Exploded and assembled view of Configuration 2. Configuration 2 is for trucks where the back end of the truck has a sturdy plate already welded to the truck frame rails. Before fully welding part number 11146 truck mount to the frame rails, tack in the part to ensure proper alignment and height recommendations from the ground.
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Fast-Trak SwiftConnect Configuration 3 ™ Side mounts for truck side PN: 11155-30 used for illustration, other lengths are installed in the same way. Figure 5: Exploded and assembled view of Configuration 3. Configuration 3 is used for applications where an extension is required such as a bed overhang. Before fully welding the truck mount to the frame rails, tack in the part to ensure proper alignment and height recommendations from the ground.
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Figure 6: Display of Fast-Trak Swift Connect mounted onto TMA This is what the TMA should look like when it is not installed onto a Truck, see Figure 6. All Jacks should be deployed and secure prior to installing the TMA onto a Truck. The Truck mounting side of the TMA should be high enough such that the hooks can go over the pins on the Truck-side mount, but the Truck side should be lower than the rear of the TMA by a couple of degrees.
If this product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the period of this warranty, TrafFix Devices will repair or replace, at its option, the defective product free of charge. The period of this warranty is the one year period beginning from the date the purchaser puts the unit into service or one year from the date of purchase.
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