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Form P5710 PARTS, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL MODEL BU7A AIR WINCH (Dwg. MHP1233) READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING THESE PRODUCTS. This manual contains important safety, installation, operation maintenance information. Make this manual available to all persons responsible for the operation, installation and maintenance of these products.
This is the customer’s responsibility. If in doubt, consult a registered structural engineer. Ingersoll-Rand cannot know of, or provide all the procedures by which product operations or repairs may be conducted and the hazards and/or results of each method. If operation or maintenance...
10. Do not “side pull” or “yard”. 11. Make sure everyone is clear of the load path and there are no Ingersoll-Rand recognizes that most companies who use winches objects in the way of the load. Do not lift a load over people.
SPECIFICATIONS Description The BU7A winch is powered by a radial piston air motor. The • The free spool feature must only be used with a manual output from the motor is transferred through the drum by the drive brake. Use of a manual brake is the only way to maintain shaft.
0.58 the factor corresponding to the operating pressure from 0.78 0.72 the table. 0.89 0.86 Example: Model BU7A at 750 lbs with 70 psi and drum half full. 1.00 1.00 To determine speed from curve: 1.11 1.14 50 fpm x 0.72 = 36 fpm.
INSTALLATION Prior to installing the winch, carefully inspect it for possible lubricated or a thread locking compound is used, torque to 80 shipping damage. ft lbs (11.0 kg m). Winches are supplied from the factory drained of oil. Add oil prior When a lead sheave is used, it must be aligned with the center to winch operation.
Refer to Table 1 on page 8 for minimum and maximum recommended wire rope diameters. Table 1 Minimum and Maximum Wire Rope Sizes Minimum Maximum Model inch inch BU7A 5/16 * Breaking Strength Weight Weight Rope Size (Dwg. MHP1288) per ft per metre (in.)
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Motor For optimum performance provide an air supply of 90 psig at 50 scfm (6.3 bar/630 kPa at 1.4 cu.m/min) for BU7A winches. The air motor should be installed as near as possible to the compressor or air receiver. Recommended pressures and volumes are measured at the point of entry to the air motor.
Initial Operating Checks Winches are tested for proper operation prior to leaving the factory. Before the winch is placed into service the following initial operating checks should be performed. Refer to the “LUBRICATION” section to ensure correct oil level in air motor. When first running the motor, inject some light oil into the inlet connection to provide initial lubrication.
OPERATION The four most important aspects of winch operation are: Follow all safety instructions when operating the winch. Allow only people trained in safety and operation of this winch to operate this equipment. Subject each winch to a regular inspection and maintenance procedure.
brake band. When control valve is returned to neutral, there is no “EMERGENCY air supply to the brake cylinder so the internal spring will retract STOP” the brake rod causing the brake lever to lock the brake band in Button position.
INSPECTION Inspection information is based in part on American National WINCH. Prior to operation, visually inspect winch housing, Standards Institute Safety Codes (ASME B30.7). control, brake and drum for indications of damage. Any discrepancies noted must be reviewed and inspected further by authorized personnel instructed in the operation, safety and maintenance of this winch.
all items listed in “Frequent Inspection.” Also inspect the DRUM GUARD (optional feature). Verify fasteners are tight following: and in good condition. Ensure guard is in good condition. FRAMES, CASES AND BRACKETS. Check for deformed, 10. EMERGENCY STOP VALVE (optional feature). During cracked or corroded main components.
Refer to the Parts, Operation and Maintenance Manual “INSPECTION” section for general inspection criteria. Also, refer to appropriate National Standards and codes of practice. If in doubt about an existing condition, contact the nearest Ingersoll-Rand Distributor or the factory for technical assistance.
Refer to Table 3 on page 16. Brush, drip or spray lubricant weekly, or more frequently, Allow oil to settle before topping off. Oil capacity for the BU7A depending on severity of service. winch motor is 1/2 pint (0.24 litres). Pour sufficient oil into the vent cap opening to bring the oil in the motor case to the level of the upper oil plug hole.
TROUBLESHOOTING This section provides basic troubleshooting information. Determination of specific causes to problems are best identified by thorough inspections performed by personnel instructed in safety, operation and maintenance of this equipment. The chart below provides a brief guide to common winch symptoms, probable causes and remedies. Symptom Cause Remedy...
Proper use, inspections and maintenance increase the life and If drum rotates, remove brake lever, tighten trunnion usefulness of your Ingersoll-Rand equipment. During assembly, clockwise another half turn and test again. Repeat until drum lubricate gears, nuts, capscrews and all machined threads with does not rotate when lever is locked and throttle is activated.
Always inspect removed oil for evidence of internal damage The construction of the BU7A winch allows for the motor to be or contamination (metal shavings, dirt, water, etc.). If removed, repaired and replaced without removing the gears.
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Using a 7/16 in. -14 thread bolt, remove rotary valve (15) from rotary valve bushing (14). Unscrew eight motor case capscrews (29) and remove motor case (28) containing assembled motor from motor mounting bracket (79). Unscrew four cylinder capscrews (21) from any one of the four cylinder heads (23) and remove the cylinder head, cylinder sleeve (19) and gasket (24).
second one has a slot to clear the bushing key. Press old reverse valve bushing (12) out of motor housing (28). NOTE: This bushing is only 2 inches (51 mm) long. • The two drum bearings (84), one located at each end of the Measure motor housing bore, if greater than 1.313 in.
35. Snug up the capscrews on opposite cylinder head. 36. Repeat this procedure for the other two cylinder heads. • Earlier BU7A winches contain a reverse valve bushing with 37. Repeat these steps until ALL cylinder heads are final the keyway running the entire length of bushing making it tightened.
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39. Match hole pattern in gasket (32) and motor mounting 12. Use bench to hold free end of spring. Then, twist throttle bracket. Press gasket into position. lever so that the stud goes past the free end of spring. 40. Place motor mounting bracket onto motor case. 13.
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Slide drive gear (99), jaw side outward, onto drive shaft and Mount the brake cylinder to the brake cylinder mounting against bearing. bracket (139) by reinstalling the pin (138) and retainers Place a washer (97) over the drive shaft and secure with a (137).
125% of the rated load at mid drum, apply the following load: BU7A winch 125% Test Load = 1250 lbs (567 kg). • Testing to more than 125% of rated line pull may be required to comply with standards and regulations set forth in areas outside the USA.
Piston Ring Compressor to compress Piston Rings (16) on Cylinder (19) D01-933 Wire Rope Lubricant, 13 oz. spray can LUBRI-LINK-GREEN Brake Lining Repair Kit BU-K155 Drum Guard Kit BU7A-K298A Air Strainer, 3/4 in. NPT EU-A267 Lubricator, 3/4 in. NPT L30-06-000 Filter, 3/4 in. NPT F30-06-000...
SHUTTLE VALVE CHEST ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST Item Description Part Of Part Total Number Washer BU-552A Shuttle Valve Chest Assembly (incl’s items 200 through 216) BU7A-A245 Shuttle Valve Chest BU7A-245 Brake Valve Bushing D01-63 Shuttle Valve Bushing 26069 Pipe Plug 502-95 Air Inlet Plug (shipping only)
Description Part Of Part Total Number Washer BU-552A Pendant Assembly (refer to Dwg. MHP1072 on page 38) MR-269C Shuttle Valve Chest Assembly BU7A-A245 Valve Chest Gasket BU7A-547 Ported Plug BU7ARC-945 Fitting, Connector 71009815 Hose (bulk) As Req’d 53245 Fitting, Hose End...
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E-STOP VALVE AND MUFFLER ASSEMBLY PARTS LISTS Item Description Part Of Part Total Number Muffler 52104 Fitting, Adapter 71386924 Fitting, Nipple AAM-287 Stop Valve 76170017 Fitting, Elbow Reducer 71386916 P5710 - Edition 15...
REMOTE PENDANT THROTTLE HANDLE DRAWING AND PARTS LIST Yellow Payout Supply Green Haul-in Payout Haul-in (Dwg. MHP1072) Item Description Part Of Part Total Number Pendant Assembly (incl’s all items below) MR-269C Throttle Lever MR-273 Throttle Lever Pin DLC-120A Screw MLK-SR662 Lockwasher D02-138 Bushing...
LABEL LOCATIONS DRAWING AND PARTS LIST Ingersoll-Rand Co. 2724 6th Ave. So. Seattle, WA 98134 Ingersoll-Rand Co. 111, avenue Roger Salengro, 59450 Sin Le Nobel, France (Dwg. MHP2223) Part Number Item Description Of Part Total Standard -E Version Nameplate (illustrated on page 42)
CONSTRUCTION CAGE DRAWING AND PARTS LIST (Dwg. MHP2279) Item Description Part Of Part Total Number Cage 27398G Capscrew 51876 Washer 71064844 Lockwasher 50181 50171 Label, Specifications 71359210 Plexiglass Cover 27427 Screw 50851 50852 Label, Warning 71359160 Nameplate 71359392 Rivet 71028849 P5710 - Edition 15...
BU7A-A516 Crankshaft Assembly On BU7A winches crankshaft BU7A-A516 has been redesigned to include the pinion as part of the shaft. The pinion is now machined as an integral part of the crankshaft, thus eliminating the old style crankshaft, motor pinion (BU-319), lockwasher (F-58) and motor pinion screw (BU-20).
PARTS ORDERING INFORMATION The BU7A winch is designed and constructed to provide long, trouble-free service. In time it may become necessary to order and install new parts to replace those that have been subjected to wear. • Continuing improvement and advancement of design may...
WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY Ingersoll-Rand Company (I-R) warrants to the original user its I-R makes no other warranty, and all implied warranties Hoists and Winches (Products) to be free of defects in material including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a...
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1200 Cliveden Avenue Chicago, IL world. Contact the nearest Delta, B.C. Ingersoll-Rand 131 W. Diversey Avenue Ingersoll-Rand office for the V3M 6G4 Distribution Center Elmhurst, IL 60126-1102 name and address of the Phone: (604) 523-0803 P.O. Box 618...
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