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Summary of Contents for POWERHANDLING PowerHandler A Series
- Page 1 Series ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL Manual for All A-Series Models of PowerHandler A40S A25S A60S A30S * A25S and A30S are obsolete. Information is For Reference Only...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Page Cover Page & Table of Contents Instructions upon Receipt of Machine Out of Box Assembly Instructions Air Supply & Line/Connector Requirements General Overview (Rolling Models) A-Series Model Identification (Which Model do you have?) Operation & Safety Manual Handle Shaft Adjustment Maneuvering the PowerHandler (to the Load) Precautions to Take Before Rolling a Load... -
Page 3: Instructions Upon Receipt Of Machine
Instructions upon Receipt of Machine Upon receipt, please inspect your box for signs of damage and immediately inform PowerHandling of the damage If possible also take digital photos of the damaged box and email them to sales@powerhandling.com. If there is no physical damage to the outside packaging, place the box on the ground or work table with the “THIS WAY UP”... -
Page 4: Out Of Box Assembly Instructions
A and T-Series Out of Box Assembly Instructions Upper Handle Assembly ◄ Step 1 Inspect upper handle tube to ensure it is smooth and free of damage. ► Step 2 Inspect o-ring installed in the inside diameter of O-RING the lower handle assembly to ensure it is present and lightly lubricated with a small amount of grease. - Page 5 Tip Preventer ◄ Step 1 Remove top bolt on motor side. ► Step 2 Install tip preventer on axle shaft. Install bolt and spacer into top bolt hole on motor side. ◄ Step 3 Install the other side of the tip preventer onto the opposite axle shaft.
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Page 6: Air Supply & Line/Connector Requirements
(see photo on next page) OPTION: SWIVELING AIR LINE CONNECTOR. PowerHandling offers an inexpensive connector that is sized at 12mm (½”) and swivels 360º for improved maneuverability - whether the airline is overhead or running down to the floor. - Page 7 The air supply must be clean (i.e. filtered) Large contaminants in the air supply will clog the screens in the PowerHandling air valve and at the inlet to the air motor. This will reduce the air volume delivered to the vanes and result in reduced torque and speed.
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Page 8: General Overview (Rolling Models)
General Overview PowerHandling’s product line and features are constantly being updated and improved so please check for more information and updates at www.powerhandling.com. PowerHandlers are broadly categorized into two types of machines, with an optional third being a combination of both of these: ( Fig. -
Page 9: A-Series Model Identification (Which Model Do You Have?)
Model Identification (Which Model A-Series do you have?) GREEN GEARBOX The images at right show the four A-Series models with the INSIDE drive roller removed to expose the air motors and inline (color coded) gearboxes Both the Small A-Series (A25 and A30) and Large A-Series (A40 and A60) are each available in two versions, with the only difference being the ratio and torque capacity of the A25S... -
Page 10: Operation & Safety Manual
Operation Manual Handle Shaft Adjustment The handle shafts of pneumatic PowerHandlers are telescoping, allowing both the height and the orientation of the handle to be adjusted to suit each individual operator. 1. Release the Quick-Release Clamp at the sliding connection point of the handle shaft. 2. -
Page 11: Maneuvering The Powerhandler (To The Load)
OPTION: SAFETY STOP. PowerHandling offers an inexpensive wedge shaped safety stop that can be moved to position conveniently without the operator having to bend down to pick it up or kick it into position. -
Page 12: Moving The Load Forward
Moving the Load Forward Once the PowerHandler has been maneuvered into position (just behind the cable reel, paper roll, wheel or other cylindrical surface, the operator should lift up on the handle to tilt the unit forward onto its support roller with the drive roller in contact with the surface of the load. -
Page 13: Trouble Shooting Guide
For additional information on checking the RPM of your machine please see PowerHandling RPM Test Procedure RPM/RM1. A25 speed should be 84 rpm. - Page 14 Borax already applied. PowerHandling also offers special low durometer / high grip polyurethane drive rollers for special applications. These softer rollers will typically not wear as well and so not last as long at the higher durometer (i.e.
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Page 15: Rpm Test Procedure
If it is above 5%, please firstly refer to the trouble-shooting guide in your machine’s Operator and Maintenance Manual or advise PowerHandling so we can help trouble-shoot the issue. PowerHandling checks and records the RPM of every machine it builds or repairs (in addition to test running the machine on a paper roll). -
Page 16: General Mechanical Maintenance
Air Motor Vane Kit Maintenance and Replacement Procedures: ◄ Figure 1 Using a 5mm Allen wrench, remove the muffler bolt. ► Figure 2 Gently pry/pull the muffler off the motor. Some resistance will be felt due to the integral O-rings. ◄... - Page 17 ◄ Figure 7 Remove the bearing housing. ► Figure 8 PowerHandler shown with bearing housing removed. ◄ Figure 9 With a 4mm Allen wrench, remove the front bolt on the motor side of the tip preventer. ► Figure 10 Loosen the rear bolt on the motor side of the tip preventer.
- Page 18 ◄ Figure 14 Using a 5mm Allen wrench, remove the bolts holding the motor mount into the machine. ► Figure 15 While supporting the drive roller, slide the motor mount assembly out of the PowerHandler. ◄ Figure 16 You may need to gently tap the gearbox from the far side to get it out of the drive roller.
- Page 19 ◄ Figure 20 Motor and gearbox shown with the motor mount removed. ► Figure 21 Unthread the motor from the gearbox. Please note – this is a reverse thread. ◄ Figure 22 Motor and motor housing shown removed from the gearbox. ►...
- Page 20 ◄ Figure 27 The vanes are housed in slots in the air rotor. ► Figure 28 Remove and replace the vanes. ◄ Figure 29 Check the rotor housing for any damage or grooving that will reduce the life of your vane kit. Significant roughness on the rotor housing will require motor replacement.
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Page 21: Warranty & Guarantee (Machines, Parts, Materials & Labor)
PowerHandling location closer to the customer, the parts may be supplied from that location if available. In the event of a claim being made under the terms of this Warranty which requires the unit to be returned to PowerHandling, the customer must first obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from their sales contact.
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