Contents Correct Operation ATEX Intended Use ATEX Inspection Prior to Initial Operation Classification [Zone 2] Inspection Before Starting Work Spark Formation Maximum Capacity Static Electricity Temperature Range Inspection, Maintenance & Repair Notes for Correct Operation Assembly Instructions Warning Allowable Rotation Varients &...
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PORTABASE Lightweight. Portable. Safe. Please read the following instructions and They apply for: It is the responsibility of the end user to adhere to the Health & Safety and accident prevention guidance notes carefully, before using or Operation, including preparation, standards and legislation valid in their respective operating the system.
12kN static load for a single of the requirement to ensure that work is properly other part being a REID Lifting Davit. Before using user and a further 1kN for each additional user. planned, risk assessments carried out and as the equipment, both Assembly &...
PORTABASE Inspection Prior to Initial Operation Maximum Capacity Temperature Range Each product must be inspected prior to initial Goods Lifting: This product is designed to lift and This product can be operated in ambient dry operation by a competent person to ensure that the temperatures between –20°C and +55°C (-4°F lower loads up to its rated capacity.
Read in conjunction with the instructions for Ensure the hub is leveled before inserting per instructions) use of your chosen REID Lifting Davit the Davit We recommend that appropriate PPE are We recommend the use of load-sensing or...
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PORTABASE Warning Allowable Rotation Counterbalance: The allowable operating area for the Counterbalance base is dependent on the The equipment should not be used outside of its H Base: The operating radius for the H Base is within application in which it is being used. For goods limitations, or for any purpose other than that for the inside of the legs of the base 90°, for the lifting and personnel lifting the allowable area of rotation...
Fall Protection Application Fall Protection Additional Notes for Correct Operation Counterweight Required [kg] & Warnings Davit Radius This section must not be read in isolation from EN795 all other sections of this manual. Read the whole Always carry out pre-use checks before using manual before using this product.
PORTABASE Warning The substrate of the structure on which the It is essential for safety that the product is product is placed must be able to sustain the withdrawn from use immediately and not be For fall protection applications the maximum loads specified for the device in all orientations used again until confirmed in writing by a user weight is 150kg or the weight allowed by...
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Fall Protection Applications T DAVIT [Type S] PFAS INFORMATION 30° Davit Radius Anchor Point ‘A’ Anchor Point ‘B’ Anchor Point ‘C’ 800 mm 22.2 kN 22.2 kN 22.2 kN Porta Base & Fixed < 1000 mm 16 kN 16 kN 22.2 kN Socket <...
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PORTABASE T DAVIT [Type W] 30° PFAS INFORMATION Davit Radius Anchor Point ‘A’ Anchor Point ‘B’ Anchor Point ‘C’ Anchor Point ‘D’ 800 mm 22.2 kN 22.2 kN 22.2 kN 22.2 kN Porta Base & Fixed < 1000 mm 16 kN 16 kN 16 kN 22.2 kN...
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Fall Protection Applications T DAVIT [Type DW] PFAS INFORMATION Davit Radius Anchor Point ‘A’ Anchor Point ‘B’ Anchor Point ‘C’ 800 mm 22.2 kN 22.2 kN 22.2 kN Porta Base & Fixed < 1000 mm 16 kN 16 kN 16 kN Socket <...
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PORTABASE PORTA DAVIT QUANTUM Reduced Radius [PDQRW] PFAS INFORMATION Davit Radius Anchor Point ‘A’ Anchor Point ‘B’ Anchor Point ‘C’ 800 mm 16 kN 16 kN 16 kN This product was developed for the PORTABASE range including; H Base and Counterbalance where the restricted radius is required for confined space access.
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Fall Protection Applications PFAS INFORMATION PORTA DAVIT QUANTUM 1 Winched [PDQ1W] Pin Position Davit Radius Anchor Point ‘A’ Anchor Point ‘B’ Anchor Point ‘C’ 1000 mm 15 kN 15 kN 15 kN 1100 mm 15 kN 15 kN 15 kN 1200 mm 15 kN 15 kN...
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PORTABASE PFAS INFORMATION PORTA DAVIT QUANTUM 2 Winched [PDQ2W] Pin Position Davit Radius Anchor Point ‘A’ Anchor Point ‘B’ Anchor Point ‘C’ 1300 mm 12 kN 12 kN 12 kN 1400 mm 12 kN 12 kN 12 kN 1500 mm 12 kN 12 kN 12 kN...
Inspection & Maintenance Regular Inspections The following information is based on REID Before use, the product should be inspected for Lifting’s recommendations and does not remove visual defects using the checklist below: To ensure that the product’s frame remains in safe the responsibility of the user to comply with the Ensure all welds on the hub are free of cracks working order it must be inspected regularly by a...
No alterations or additions to the equipment department or REID Lifting. The equipment Always place carefully and security on the beyond the replacement of standard parts by ground to avoid damaging the equipment.
PORTABASE Static Electricity Inspection, Maintenance & Repair If using this product in explosive atmospheres, in addition to the Regular Inspection and For Zone 2 applications, there is a potential risk of Special attention should be given to dust deposits Maintenance information above, these additional static electricity build-up leading to an incentive on the structure, especially in areas where the instructions should be followed:...
Assembly Instructions The PORTA BASE [H Base] and its constituent components are described in the image below. The H Base system will be delivered in three components which are the Left Leg Assembly, Right Leg Assembly and Central Hub. Leveling Feet Left Leg Assembly Central Hub Leveling Feet...
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PORTABASE Assembling the PORTA BASE [H Base] Ensure both Leg Assemblies are secured using the same Choose a suitable adjustment hole for the intended Davit. adjustment hole. Insert the clevis pins on both sections and secure Insert the first Leg Assembly into the Central Hub. Repeat steps 1 - 2 for the second Leg Assembly, them into position with the R-clips provided.
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Assembly Instructions The PORTA BASE [Counterbalance] and its constituent components are described in the image below. The Counterbalance system will be delivered in five components which are the Left Leg Assembly, Right Leg Assembly, Central Hub, Tail and Basket. Basket Side Plate Leveling Feet Lockable Castors...
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PORTABASE Assembling the PORTA BASE [Counterbalance] Ensure both Leg Assemblies are secured using the same Choose a suitable adjustment hole for the intended Davit. adjustment hole. Insert the first Leg Assembly into the Central Hub. Insert the clevis pin and secure into position with Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the second Leg the R-clips provided.
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Assembly Instructions Remove the first side plate from the storage Insert the first side plate between the end plate Ensure the side plate sits correctly over the pin. position at the bottom of the basket. channels. Ensure all pins are fully engaged Attach the basket to the tail and secure both sides Repeat steps 7 - 10 for the second side plate.
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PORTABASE Ensure all Leveling Feet are in contact with the surface so that Castors are for positioning purposes only and not suitable the load is evenly distributed. for loading. Repeat step 14 for each of the Leveling Feet. Ensure the pins are fully engaged on both sides. Level the hub by adjusting the leveling feet and check against the spirit level on the top of the Central Hub.
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PORTABASE Variants & Options The list below outlines additional variants and If the weight basket’s height adjustable feet are Fig 1 options available; fitted the following points must be observed: When maneuvering the weight basket, always Height Adjustable Feet have the height adjustment legs fully retracted Height Adjustable Feet as shown in figure 2.
Quality & Safety Regulations, Standards & Directives Accreditations LEEA Membership - REID Lifting is a full member of the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association This product complies with the following: Quality and Safety are at the heart of the REID (LEEA membership 000897). REID Lifting...
Each product is supplied with a certificate of out by SGS United Kingdom Ltd, 202b, Worle All product names are trademarks of REID Lifting Ltd: conformance and individual record of thorough Parkway, Weston-super-Mare, BS22 6WA, United examination or test.
Inspection Record PORTABASE Marking The serial labels indicate: The product identification number The product’s unique serial number The goods’ capacity (WLL) of the device The year of manufacture The standards to which the device is approved The ATEX rating of the product (if applicable) CE Marking Insert data from serial numbers found on product into table here:...
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