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EZ Hauler 2500
Training & Procedure Manual

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Summary of Contents for S.D.P. EZ Hauler 2500

  • Page 1 EZ Hauler 2500 Training & Procedure Manual...
  • Page 2: Load Capacity

    Load Capacity of the EZ Hauler 2500’s boom. The 2500’s boom. The maximum weight capacity of the EZ Hauler 2500 is 2500 lbs. • The load capacity of the boom depends upon two considerations: How far the boom is extended,...
  • Page 3 EZ Hauler 2500 Safety • While the EZ Hauler 2500 is smaller than a line truck, its function is the same and all safety precautions that would apply to a line truck also apply to the EZ Hauler line truck also apply to the EZ Hauler 2500.
  • Page 4 • Hard hats and protective gear must be worn by all personnel when using the EZ Hauler 2500. the EZ Hauler 2500.
  • Page 5 • The capacity of the EZ Hauler 2500 is rated at 2500 pounds which means that the most the boom will ever safely lift is 2500 pounds. Refer to the load capacity chart or on the machine itself for more specific indications of the mini-derrick’s capacity.
  • Page 6: Safety Guidelines

    All of your existing in-house safety precautions must be followed as well as the precautions listed in this manual. • The EZ Hauler 2500 is not totally electrically insulated. Be sure to follow your company’s safety procedures to protect against follow your company’s safety procedures to protect against...
  • Page 7 • The EZ Hauler 2500’s controls react to input rapidly. Know the location and function of all controls before starting the machine. • The EZ Hauler 2500 may shut be shut down in an emergency by releasing all drive controls and turning the ignition switch to the “off”...
  • Page 8: Pre-Trip Inspection

    Pre-trip Inspection • Before each day’s operation, the EZ Hauler 2500 must be inspected by the operator. • Do a visual inspection to check for lose, worn, missing or broken parts such as bolts, broken parts such as bolts, nuts, wires & retaining pins.
  • Page 9 Pre-trip Inspection • Check all tires on the EZ Hauler 2500 trailer EZ Hauler 2500 trailer for wear & proper inflation.
  • Page 10 Pre-trip Inspection • Test all turn signal, parking and brake lights by turning them on. Be sure to test the braking action on the braking action on the trailer before traveling to the work site.
  • Page 11 Pre-trip Inspection • Check to make sure that EZ Hauler 2500 is properly secured to the trailer. • Look inside the trailer toolbox & make sure it contains all tools & equipment necessary for operating the EZ Hauler 2500.
  • Page 12 Pre-trip Inspection • Turn on the remote control & check the function of all controls.
  • Page 13 Pre-trip Inspection • Inspect the lift line and hook for signs of wear or damage. Replace any worn or damages parts before damages parts before using the EZ Hauler 2500.
  • Page 14 EZ Hauler 2500 Controls Controls ITEMS ON THE CONTROL PANEL Drive controls Engine RPM/hour meter Oil pressure gauge Oil pressure gauge Water temperature gauge Fuel level gauge Hydraulic Pressure Gauge (psi) Indicator lights (heat-chg.-oil-water) Ignition switch (heat-off-on-start) Identification decals Engine speed control (throttle) •...
  • Page 15 Remote Control Basic Operation Turn E-stop counter- clockwise to turn on remote and press to shut off remote. Operation switch must be in crane position (drive is non- functional) to operate boom. functional) to operate boom. Auger switch is non- functional on the EZ Hauler 2500.
  • Page 16 Driving the EZ Hauler 2500 The EZ Hauler 2500 does not require its full engine power when moving. Set the engine speed relatively low when driving the unit, reserving the higher engine speeds for powering hydraulic accessories. WARNING: The EZ Hauler 2500 should only be driven with the tracks...
  • Page 17 • Note: If the EZ Hauler 2500 engine is not started, start it and let it warm up for 5 minutes. This procedure applies to the wheeled unit...
  • Page 18 NOTE: The EZ Hauler 2500 is secured for transport at the front and back of the trailer.
  • Page 19 Moving the EZ Hauler 2500 Through a small opening. • One of the advantages of the EZ Hauler 2500 is that it is small enough to operate in areas which are too confined to use a line truck. • A standard gate opening is 36 inches wide.
  • Page 20 Moving the EZ Hauler 2500 With a Load Moving a pole: Unit with manual outriggers. • Use the boom to place the pole evenly onto the two carrying arms. Note that the EZ Hauler 2500 has carrying arm brackets on either side.
  • Page 21 • In navigating uneven terrain, for instance, one crewmember should push the end of the pole down to provide ground clearance as the EZ Hauler 2500 approaches a hill. • NOTE: The pole will swing wide when turning. • When driving across the...
  • Page 22 Moving a pole: Unit with hydraulic outriggers. Lifting and carrying a pole can be performed easily with the EZ Hauler 2500 equipped with hydraulic outriggers. Attach the provided lifting chains to the pole and to the d- rings on the EZ Hauler 2500...
  • Page 23 Using the outrigger control levers lift both outriggers equally until pole is securely in place. NOTE: Pole must clear tracks when completely lifted Reverse procedure when pole is ready to be lowered to the ground.
  • Page 24 Always secure a transformer to the machine with the straps stored in the trailer toolbox. It may be necessary to rotate the boom slightly in order to carry a transformer. Drive the EZ Hauler 2500 slowly. Make turns slowly and carefully.
  • Page 25 Setting a Pole With the EZ Hauler 2500 • Remember the EZ Hauler 2500 is not totally electrically insulated. Use your company’s Use your company’s insulation procedure to avoid electrocution. Before setting a pole the load capacity chart must be thoroughly...
  • Page 26 Setting the Outriggers Remove the retaining pin that holds the outrigger struts in their stowed position. Unfold each strut and pin them into their open them into their open position. Before operating, you must set the outriggers. If possible try to keep the machine on level ground.
  • Page 27 NOTE: Retaining pins hold the outrigger arms & legs in place during transport and use. NOTE: Outriggers must be fully extended before put into operation.
  • Page 28 Crank the jack handles to level and support the machine. Oversized outrigger pads might be required depending on soil conditions.
  • Page 29: Digging The Hole

    Digging the Hole • After attaching auger unit to the EZ Hauler 2500, position the machine over the desired hole replacement area. Extending boom 12 or 14 inches and allowing enough slack in rope to drill a straight hole down.
  • Page 30 Take small bites and let the auger dig at its own pace until the hole is the proper depth. Different regions have many different soil compositions; familiarize yourself with your digging surface for your safety and those around you.
  • Page 31 If needed, an extension bar may be added to reach proper depth. • Before installing an extension bar to the auger bit, the bit must be disconnected from the driver motor. Two extension bars can be transported to the work site on the trailer.
  • Page 32 Setting the Pole • Unpin 3 stage and extension lock pin • Allow boom stop to catch • Secure 3 stage • Do not operate with boom stop engaged...
  • Page 33 • Pin pole guide to 3 stage. • Raise the boom into position so that the lift line will be lifting straight up following load chart specifications on weight vs. specifications on weight vs. angles. • Install the lifting strap, remember to position the lifting strap according to pole weight for balance in lifting.
  • Page 34 • Lift the pole straight up and set into the hole. • Always operate EZ Hauler 2500 from a safe distance using the remote control. • Never use manual lever overrides for normal operation, they are for emergency use only.
  • Page 35 Jib Extension Procedure...
  • Page 36 The outriggers on the EZ Hauler 2500 must be fully extended and properly pinned before use. Before attempting to pin jib, make sure that you and your co-worker have the ability to lift at least 50 lbs. each. 1. Follow the load chart specifying the jib as close as possible.
  • Page 37 2. Extend approximately 5ft of rope. Now manually extend the 3 stage boom and pin it properly. 3. Unpin all fasteners from jib trailer bracket. Don’t lift the jib until your ready to pin it to the boom. the boom. 4.
  • Page 38 5. Extend the rope out far enough that it can be pinned into the jib sheave assembly. Inspect the rope as you do this, a contaminated rope may cause it to lose its dielectric properties. Now the jib is ready to go to work.
  • Page 39 6. Always use the radio remote control to operate the boom. Never use the manual lever override controls to operate the EZ Hauler 2500 because it bypasses the hydraulic pressure overload and can bend the boom sections or tip the machine. These...
  • Page 40 Danger 7. Remember even though the the jib is non-conductive, care must be taken to prevent cross fazing. All normal safety procedures must be followed when working with energized lines.
  • Page 41 Bucket Assembly Standard Operating Procedure • CAUTION: Prior to using the bucket assembly, extend and secure all outriggers to the fullest settings. • NOTATION: The bucket assembly has the lifting capabilities of 300 pounds. • The following instructions are provided to ensure safe operation of the bucket assembly.
  • Page 42 1. Manually extend the fiberglass boom extension fully (leaving the two hydraulic boom extensions retracted) and pin the last securable position. (DO NOT EXTEND HYDRAULIC STAGES.)
  • Page 43 2. Pin bucket extension arm into the fiberglass 3 stage boom. CAUTION! Do not try to lift bucket jib alone, always lift bucket jib with at least two people.
  • Page 44 3. Position bucket in cart for pinning bucket jib to the bucket. 4. Insert bucket assembly into the end of the bucket jib and secure it with supplied pins and clips.
  • Page 45 5. Follow all safety procedures and weight charts when operating the bucket. CAUTION! Stay clear of bucket while in operation.
  • Page 46 After completing the tasks, return the hydraulic boom sections to the retracted “stowed” position before lowering the bucket to a flat surface. NOTICE: Place bucket assembly on storage cart before detaching bucket assembly from the EZ Hauler 2500.
  • Page 47 Never use the manual lever override controls to operate the EZ Hauler 2500 because it bypasses the hydraulic pressure overload & can bend the boom sections or tip machine. These levers are...
  • Page 48 Auger Attachment Procedure...
  • Page 49 Before attempting to pin auger or attachments, make sure that you have the ability to lift at least 50 lbs. Pin universal joint to the auger motor head. Use the remote control to align boom and pin auger head to the brackets built into the bottom of the boom.
  • Page 50 3. Carefully lift auger from the storage tubs.
  • Page 51 4. Clean the surface of the auger hose and the couplers on the boom. Then attach the auger hose couplers 5. Slide extension into auger and pin it in place. Once the extension is in place, align the auger head above it and pin it to the extension.
  • Page 52 6. . Carefully lift auger assembly from the storage tubs.
  • Page 53 For safe transport, the auger is fastened into the position with the four-foot auger chain supplied in the trailer toolbox. 8. Now you may safely transport the EZ Hauler 2500. Once in position to drill, carefully unfasten the auger assembly and begin.
  • Page 54 Pole Guide Attachment Procedure Procedure...
  • Page 55 Before attempting to pin pole guide, make sure that you have the ability to lift at least 30 lbs. Extend approximately 5 ft of rope. Now manually extend the 3 stage boom and pin it properly. Have your attachment pins handy for the next step.
  • Page 56 Unpin pole guide attachment from trailer and pin to the 3 stage boom section. Once in place, the pole guide becomes a very useful tool in assisting the operator with setting the pole.
  • Page 57 Always use the radio remote control to operate the boom. Never use the manual lever override controls to operate EZ Hauler 2500 because it bypasses the hydraulic pressure overload and can bend the boom sections or tip the machine. These levers are for emergency use only.
  • Page 58 6. Remember that the pole guide is conductive so it will not be insulated against cross fazing, but with the fiberglass stage boom properly pinned in place the EZ Hauler 2500 and its operator will be substantially protected.
  • Page 59 Hydraulic Pole Guide Procedure Procedure...
  • Page 60 1. Remove all pins and sheave from horse head. 2. Adapt hydraulic guide to horse head as shown, with pins provided.
  • Page 61 3. Connect hose reel lines to hydraulic claw quick couplers. 4. Make sure quick couplers are secure.