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LARSON Cable Trailers, Inc. LARSON Cable Trailers, Inc. Model 7500 Model 7500 Manufactured by Manufactured by LARSON CABLE TRAILERS, INC. LARSON CABLE TRAILERS, INC. LARSON CABLE TRAILERS, INC. 1141 Dakota Avenue North 601 Lincoln Avenue NW 1141 Dakota Avenue North...
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............................. 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............................. 3 GENERAL INFORMATION AND DESCRIPTION ....................4 INTRODUCTION ............................. 3 GENERAL INFORMATION AND DESCRIPTION ....................4 STARTING AND OPERATION .......................... 5 GENERAL INFORMATION AND DESCRIPTION ....................4 STARTING AND OPERATION ..........................
Please give your full attention to safety. Here at LARSON, we have been burying cable for over 45 years. Several years ago we started burying fiber optic cable. This was a whole new challenge since fiber can't be cut and spliced when obstacles are met.
GENERAL INFORMATION AND DESCRIPTION The LMCDS 7500 has an overall length of 14 ft. with a 5 ft. by 6 ft. treated-wood flatbed for hauling tools and small equipment to the job site. It will lift 7500 lb. reels of various sizes or haul a mini-excavator, basements, pads, boxes, anodes, and other materials to the job site.
Honda engine and Dexter axles are also provided. Be certain you have full working knowledge of all features before operating your trailer. Contact your LARSON Authorized Sales for the Honda engine and Dexter axles are also provided. Be certain you have full working knowledge of all features before operating your trailer.
HYDRAULIC LIFTING RACK SETUP 1. Using the reel rack lever on the control panel, lower the reel rack. 2. Pull the keeper pin out of the lifting arm. Please refer to the Parts Diagram for the location of the keeper pin. 3.
REEL LOADING 1. Lubricate the hole in the reel hubs. WARNING! If the reel hubs are not properly lubricated, the high RPMs attained during figure-8ing and rewinding the cable can generate enough heat to deform the arbor hole in the reel. The deformed reel could stop turning which could damage the cable.
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1. Lubricate the hole in the reel hubs. WARNING! If the reel hubs are not properly lubricated, the high RPMs attained during figure-8ing and rewinding the cable can generate enough heat to deform the arbor hole in the reel. The deformed reel could stop turning which could damage the cable.
1. Lubricate the hole in the reel hubs. WARNING! If the reel hubs are not properly lubricated, the high RPMs attained during figure-8ing and rewinding the cable can generate enough heat to deform the arbor hole in the reel. The deformed reel could stop turning which could damage the cable.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE There are a number of steps to follow in caring for your trailer that can add to its life and in some cases may protect your own life as well. Please read the enclosed owner's manuals for the Honda Engine and Dexter Axle for more details. HONDA ENGINE First Every 3...
12 months 3 months or 6 months or Item Function Required Weekly or 12000 DEXTER AXLE AND RELATED COMPONENTS 3000 miles 6000 miles miles 12 months Test that they are 3 months or 6 months or Brakes At Every Use Item Function Required Weekly...
TRAILER 3 months or 6 months or 12 months or Item Function Required Weekly 3000 miles 6000 miles 12000 miles Inspect wiring for bare Trailer Wiring spots, fray, etc. Brakeaway Check battery charge and At Every Use System switch operation. Wheel Nuts and Tighten to specified torque Bolts...
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FIGURE-8 DEVICE FIGURE-8 DEVICE Before figure-8ing, inspect the reel for nails, sharp edges, missing boards or anything that could obstruct movement of the cable. Remove or repair accordingly before using the trailer. Before figure-8ing, inspect the reel for nails, sharp edges, missing boards or anything that could obstruct movement of the cable.
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4. Place the device on the figure-8 pole. Engage the spring latch to lock the device in place. 5. Place the figure-8 tube bracket on the figure-8 device. Insert the split tube into the bracket. Tighten the T- handle set screw to secure the split tube to the bracket.
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7. Close and lock the figure-8 device. 7. Close and lock the figure-8 device. 8. Remove the orbital motor from 8. Remove the orbital motor from the reel-turner axle. the reel-turner axle. 9. Place the orbital motor on the 9. Place the orbital motor on the figure-8 device and engage the figure-8 device and engage the spring latch to lock into place.
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1. Lubricate the hole in the reel hubs. WARNING! If the reel hubs are not properly lubricated, the high RPMs attained during figure-8ing and rewinding the cable can generate enough heat to deform the arbor hole in the reel. The...
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15. Unlock the spring latch on the 15. Unlock the spring latch on the front of the control panel. front of the control panel. 16. Unlock the spring latch on the 16. Unlock the spring latch on the back of the control panel. back of the control panel.
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1. Lubricate the hole in the reel hubs. 1. Lubricate the hole in the reel WARNING! If the reel hubs are hubs. not properly lubricated, the high RPMs attained during figure-8ing and rewinding the cable can 1. Lubricate the hole in the reel WARNING! If the reel hubs are generate enough heat to deform hubs.
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FIGURE-8 FORK ASSEMBLY The figure-8 fork assembly consists of 3 pieces (2 poles and 1 fork) that snap together. As the photos illustrate, the figure-8 fork holds the cable off the pile to prevent twisting and tangling of the cable while rewinding the cable onto the reel.
LEVEL WINDING DEVICE The level winding device holds the wire or cable in place while being rewound onto the reel. This eliminates the risk of operator injury associated with level winding manually. 1. The level winding device is stored on the passenger side fender of the trailer.
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4. Adjust the roller arm to the desired height for the application. 5. Pin in place. 6.Unlock the spring latch on the front of the valve table.
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7. Unlock the spring latch on the back of the valve table. 8. Swing the control panel to the working position at the back of the trailer. Lock the spring latch. 9. Connect the hydraulic hoses to the auxiliary hydraulic connections next to the control panel.
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10. Control the level winding device by operating the auxiliary lever on the control panel.
COLD WEATHER START KIT The cold-weather start kit allows the engine to pump the hydraulic fluid through the re- circulating loop until the engine has warmed up. To operate the cold-weather start kit: 1. Turn the bypass valve to the open position.
PVC RACK The PVC Rack allows the trailer to transport ten-foot pieces of PVC pipe. 1. Insert the mount into the receiver hitch. 2. Insert the PVC rack into the mount and insert the pin.
SIDE ROLLER The side roller allows the conduit or cable to be pulled off the reel at a right angle without damaging the conduit. 1. Insert the mount into the receiver hitch. 2. Insert the side roller into the mount and insert the pin.
Larson shall also not be responsible for the normal wear and tear of all equipment and parts of the Larson Mobile be responsible for the normal wear and tear of all equipment and parts of the Larson Mobile Cable Dispensing System (LMCDS).
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Identify the product and give its location. Larson will assess your claim and provide you with Larson will make its best effort to repair or replace the product, if found to be defective within Return Goods Authorization instructions. For customers within the continental United States,...
Tire Safety Information 1. T AFETY NFORMATION This portion of the User’s Manual contains tire safety information as required by 49 CFR 575.6. Section 2.1 contains “Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit - Trailer”. Section 2.2 contains “Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit – Tow Vehicle”. Section 2.3 contains a Glossary of Tire Terminology, including “cold inflation pressure”, “maximum inflation pressure”, “recommended inflation pressure”, and other non-technical terms.
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Excessive loads and/or underinflation cause tire overloading and, as a result, abnormal tire flexing occurs. This situation can generate an excessive amount of heat within the tire. Excessive heat may lead to tire failure. It is the air pressure that enables a tire to support the load, so proper inflation is critical.
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Bead The part of the tire that is made of steel wires, wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is shaped to fit the rim. Bead separation This is the breakdown of the bond between components in the bead. Bias ply tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at alternate angles substantially less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread.
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Intended outboard sidewall The sidewall that contains a white-wall, bears white lettering or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire or the outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle.
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The linear distance between the exteriors of the sidewalls of an inflated tire, including elevations due to labeling, decorations, or protective bands or ribs. A layer of rubber-coated parallel cords. Ply separation A parting of rubber compound between adjacent plies. Pneumatic tire A mechanical device made of rubber, chemicals, fabric and steel or other materials, that, when mounted on an automotive wheel, provides the traction and contains the gas or fluid that sustains the load.
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That portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road. Tread rib A tread section running circumferentially around a tire. Tread separation Pulling away of the tread from the tire carcass. Treadwear indicators (TWI) The projections within the principal grooves designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread.
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Tire safety tips. Use this information to make tire safety a regular part of your vehicle maintenance routine. Recognize that the time you spend is minimal compared with the inconvenience and safety consequences of a flat tire or other tire failure.
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1.5.4. S TEPS FOR AINTAINING ROPER RESSURE Step 1: Locate the recommended tire pressure on the vehicle's tire information placard, certification label, or in the owner's manual. Step 2: Record the tire pressure of all tires. Step 3: If the tire pressure is too high in any of the tires, slowly release air by gently pressing on the tire valve stem with the edge of your tire gauge until you get to the correct pressure.
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1.5.9.1. Information on Passenger Vehicle Tires Please refer to the diagram below. The "P" indicates the tire is for passenger vehicles. Next number This three-digit number gives the width in millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. In general, the larger the number, the wider the tire.
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Tire Safety Information Letter Rating Speed Rating 99 mph 106 mph 112 mph 118 mph 124 mph 130 mph 149 mph 168* mph 186* mph * For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph, tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR. For those with a maximum speed capability over 186 mph, tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR.
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1.5.9.3. Additional Information on Light Truck Tires Please refer to the following diagram. Tires for light trucks have other markings besides those found on the sidewalls of passenger tires. The "LT" indicates the tire is for light trucks or trailers. An "ST"...
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Distributor’s Limited Warranty Honda General Purpose Engines This warranty is limited to Honda general purpose engines distributed by American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Power Equipment Division, 4900 Marconi Drive, Alpharetta, Georgia 30005. The following warranty applies to engines purchased at retail or placed into rental service on or after January 1, 2009. PRODUCTS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY: LENGTH OF WARRANTY: (FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE) PRODUCT...
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Distributor’s Limited Warranty Accessories, Replacement Parts, and Apparel This warranty is limited to Honda Power Equipment parts, accessories, and apparel when distributed by American Honda Motor Co., Inc., 4900 Marconi Drive, Alpharetta, Georgia 30005-8847. PRODUCTS COVERED BY LENGTH OF WARRANTY: (FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASE) WARRANTY: PRIVATE RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL/RENTAL/INSTITUTIONAL...
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