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- Page 1 Flexco Europe GmbH Flex-Lifter Belt Lifters Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Flex-Lifter with lifting rods, examples Please read before use. Retain for further use. www.flexco.com...
- Page 2 The operating instructions must always be kept near to the machine. It must always be accessible Copyright Protection ©2016 Flexco Europe GmbH Leidringer Straße 40 - 42 D – 72348 Rosenfeld/Germany. All rights reserved. Reproduction, in whole or in part, permitted only with the consent of Flexco Europe GmbH...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Permissible Safe Lifting Capacity, Depending on the Lifting Height ............17 3.2.3 Checking the Lifting Capacity at the Manufacturer ..................17 3.2.4 Reaction of the Flex-Lifter in the Event of Overloading ................18 3.2.5 Permissible Towable Load of the Lifting Rod ....................18 3.2.6 Lifting Rods for Return Belts ..........................19... - Page 4 Use of the Transport Carriage (Optional) .....................35 Section 5 - Operation and Handling ........................38 Safety Regulations.............................38 Requirements of the Operating Personnel ....................39 Cleanliness .................................39 Flex-Lifter Set-up ..............................40 5.4.1 Application on the Upper Flange ........................43 5.4.2 Application on the Return Belt ........................43 Decommissioning, Storage and Re-starting ....................47...
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Page 5: Section 1 - Basic Specifications
Flex-Lifter). Any other or additional use is considered to be improper, and is a misuse of the device. • The Flex-Lifter must be positioned securely in the frame of the conveyor belt, so that it can neither fall nor tilt. -
Page 6: Reasonably Foreseeable Misuse
• accidents or near-misses. We will then get in touch with you, to discuss the safety and operation of the device. Information! Notifying us of accidents or near-misses is an essential contribution to the improvement of the device. Flex-Lifter Belt Lifters... -
Page 7: Labels On The Device
The operator’s work station is marked with an “X” in Figure 2. The work station for raising and lowering is on the adjusting nut of the narrow side of the Flex-Lifter frame. There are other work stations around the device for adjusting the... -
Page 8: Section 2 - Safety Information
Ignoring this warning sign may result in minor injury or Caution! minor damage to property. This information facilitates the handling of the device, and will help you to avoid causing damage to the Information device during operation, maintenance, and cleaning. Flex-Lifter Belt Lifters... -
Page 9: Symbols
Section 2 – Safety Information 2.2.2 Symbols Note all safety instructions and symbols attached to the equipment. Keep them in a fully legible condition. Warnings: Symbol Explanation Symbol Explanation Warning of suspended load Warning of hazardous area Warning of hand injuries, e.g. by crushing Warning of a slip hazard Warning of hand injuries, e.g. -
Page 10: Organizational Measures
• in good order and condition, • according to the intended use, see Section 1.2. • if the operator has the necessary safety and hazard awareness, and works in compliance with the instruction manual. This is for your safety! Flex-Lifter Belt Lifters... -
Page 11: Hazardous Areas And Potential Hazards
• Height above the ground • High weight forces • Improper use of a drive tool, such as a power wrench (not part of the Flex-Lifter). • Negligent use of personal protective equipment. This may result in a risk to the health of personnel. - Page 12 The width of the extendable foot sections must be properly adjusted. The blade pins must all be reinstated and secured with split pins. The base on which the Flex-Lifter stands, must be designed for the expected maximum load. Warning! The device may tilt, slip or fall during operation.
- Page 13 In this case, earth the Flex-Lifter. Warning! If the conveyor belt is too heavily loaded on the Flex-Lifter, the Flex-Lifter can buckle or break. Note the maximum permissible lifting capacity, depending on the lifting height, see Section 3.2.2.
- Page 14 Section 2 – Safety Information 2.5.2 Residual Hazards continued Warning! Do not use a bent, fractured or otherwise damaged Flex-Lifter. Only operate the device if it is functioning properly. Stop the device immediately if you notice an error. As the operator, you are responsible for this.
- Page 15 Noise may result in hearing loss or deafness. Wear appropriate hearing protection in the workplace, when necessary. When using a power tool, such as a power wrench (not part of the Flex-Lifter), the noise level must be taken into account.
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Page 16: Section 3 - Product Description
79926 79927 79928 3.1.2 Lifting Rods for Return Belts A lifting rod for the return belt is in the Flex-Lifter standard range of equipment for sizes M and L. This is optional for Flex-Lifter size XL. Type Size M Size L... -
Page 17: Technical Specifications
Lifting Height Information! The permissible safe lifting capacity of the Flex-Lifter is dependent on the lifting height, due to the leverage of the shear pin. The larger the shear pin, the greater the permissible safe lifting capacity. The statements on the original signs on the device are binding. -
Page 18: Reaction Of The Flex-Lifter In The Event Of Overloading
3.2.4 Reaction of the Flex-Lifter in the Event of Overloading A shear pin is installed in the lifting mechanism of the Flex-Lifter. In the case of a critical overload, the thread of the lifting mechanism is damaged, or the shear pin shears off. Lifting is no longer possible. -
Page 19: Lifting Rods For Return Belts
3.2.6 Lifting Rods for Return Belts A lifting rod for the return belt is in the Flex-Lifter standard range of equipment for sizes M and L. This is optional for Flex-Lifter size XL. The lifting rods are adjustable in width. The lifting rods for sizes M and L are straight;... -
Page 20: Necessary Accessories
The Flex-Lifter itself operates almost silently. The noise level of the device in the workplace is <70 dB(A). When using a power tool, such as a power wrench (not part of the Flex-Lifter), the noise level must be taken into account. The noise level in the workplace environment must also be considered. -
Page 21: Delivery State
Section 3 – Product Description Delivery State The appliance and the accessories provided are packed in a shipping carton. The items are protected by padding, and are secured against sliding. The shipping carton may be mounted onto a wooden pallet. Fig. -
Page 22: Construction Of The Flex-Lifter
Fig. 4 Application examples The Flex-Lifter belt lifter is used for lifting belts in conveyor belts, e.g. for maintenance purposes. It is very versatile. It can be used to lift upper flanges or, with a lifting rod, for lifting return belts. -
Page 23: Flex-Lifter Sizes M And L
Section 3 – Product Description 3.4.1 Flex-Lifter Sizes M and L Fig. 5 Flex-Lifter Sizes M and L, diagram Pos. Designation Pos. Designation 4 extendable foot sections with 4 blade pins for adjustable troughing turning option belts Adjusting nut for Flex-Lifter height... - Page 24 The shape of the lifting rod depends on the size of the Flex-Lifter. In sizes M and L, it is straight;...
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Page 25: Flex-Lifter Size Xl
Pos. Designation Pos. Designation 4 extendable foot sections with 4 blade pins for adjustable turning option troughing belts Adjusting nut for Flex-Lifter height 2 braces adjustment 4 blade pins for the width 2 troughing belts adjustment of the foot sections... - Page 26 Belt The chains in Flex-Lifter size XL with a lifting rod for the return belt are made in the same way as chains in Flex-Lifter sizes M and L, see Figure 6. The dimensions and load capacity of the chains can differ. The lifting rod for the return belt Flex-Lifter size XL is angular, see Figure 9.
- Page 27 The shape of the lifting rod depends on the size of the Flex-Lifter. In sizes M and L, it is straight; in size...
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Page 28: Chains On The Lifting Rods For Return Belts
The chains are coordinated with the relevant Flex-Lifter. The end links for attaching the blade pins to the troughing belts of the Flex-Lifter or for attaching the safety bolts to the ends of the lifting rod have larger openings, so that the blade pins and safety bolts can be inserted. -
Page 29: Blade Pins On The Extendable Foot Sections
This way, the frame of the Flex-Lifter can be positioned either “hanging from” or “sitting on” the frame of the conveyor belt. 3.4.5 Blade Pins on the Troughing Belts Fig. -
Page 30: Nut Driver For Adjusting The Height Of The Flex-Lifter
3.4.6 Nut Driver for Adjusting the Height of the Flex-Lifter The height of one of the adjusting nuts on the end face of the Flex-Lifter can be adjusted. For this, a power wrench and a ratchet and/or a nut driver are required. The power wrench and ratchet are included in the scope of delivery, see Figure 13. -
Page 31: Safety Bolts On The Lifting Rod
The chains should, however, be suspended vertically downwards under load. 3.4.8 Transport carriage Fig. 15 Transport carriage (optional) For easy transportation of the Flex-Lifter, a transport carriage is available (optional). For information on the use of the transport carriage, see Section 4.5. -
Page 32: Typical Application Examples
Raise the trough-shaped belt lifting rod Raise the flat belt Information! Please also pay attention to the Flexco videos on how to adjust and use the Flex-Lifter (with explanations in English). These can be seen on line on YouTube. Flex-Lifter Belt Lifters... -
Page 33: Section 4 - Transport
Section 4 – Transport Safety Regulations Danger! The device or components may fall. Never stand under a suspended or floating load. Watch out for other people. Information! Please note the symbols on the packaging. Requirements of the Operating Personnel • The device is pre-assembled, and has handles on the frame. •... -
Page 34: Internal Transport
• Optionally, a transport carriage is available. • For internal transportation, the device can be mounted onto the transport carriage (optional). • The installation and set-up of the Flex-Lifter on the operation site is described in the Section 5 “Operation”. -
Page 35: Use Of The Transport Carriage (Optional)
2 Slide the tube of the wheel frame (see Figure 20, Pos. 5) through the troughing belt, into the tube of the Flex-Lifter (see Figure 20). The groove on the tube (Figure 20, pos. 3) must be able to cover the bore hole for the pin (Figure 20, Pos. - Page 36 4 Insert the handlebar of the transport carriage (Figure 21, Pos. 7) into the external bore hole of the troughing belt opposite, and secure it by inserting the cotter pin (see Figure 21, Pos. 6). 5 Check that the Flex-Lifter is attached to the wheel frame, and the handlebar is tightly fixed (see Figure 22).
- Page 37 Section 4 – Transport Use of the Transport Carriage (Optional) continued Removing Flex-Lifter from the transport carriage Proceed by carrying out the assembly process in reverse: 1 Remove the handlebar from the troughing belt (see Figure 21, Pos. 6 and 7).
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Page 38: Section 5 - Operation And Handling
The base on which the Flex-Lifter stands, must be designed for the expected maximum load. Warning! If the conveyor belt is too heavily loaded on the Flex-Lifter, the Flex-Lifter can buckle or break. Please note the maximum permissible lifting capacity. -
Page 39: Requirements Of The Operating Personnel
The Flex-Lifter weighs up to approximately 57kg, according to its construction (without a lifting rod for the return belt). Ask a second person to assist you when inserting the Flex-Lifter or lifting it from the conveyor frame. If possible, use a tool to release it. -
Page 40: Flex-Lifter Set-Up
Tape Conveyor system construction Step 1: Measure the conveyor belt Having determined in which position the conveyor belt of the Flex-Lifter is to be used, measure the width of the conveyor system structure, see Figure 23. Fig. 24 Fig. 25... - Page 41 Section 5 – Operation And Handling Flex-Lifter Set-Up continued Step 2: Presetting the extendable foot sections of the belt lifter Based on the measurements taken, set the extendable foot sections to the width of the system, to ensure that the foot sections sit firmly on the conveyor belt.
- Page 42 Caution! When lowering the belt, do not continue to rotate it once it has reached its end position, as this could damage the device. Flex-Lifter Belt Lifters...
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Page 43: Application On The Upper Flange
Reinsert the blade pins. 5.4.2 Application on the Return Belt A lifting rod for the return belt is included in the Flex-Lifter standard range of equipment for sizes M and L. This is optional for Flex-Lifter size XL. - Page 44 Step 6b: Attach long chains to the lifting rods, if necessary Attach the end links of the long chains to the ends of the lifting rods, and secure them with safety bolts and nuts, see Figure 32 Fig. 31 Fig. 32 Attaching Attaching long chains short chains Flex-Lifter Belt Lifters...
- Page 45 Section 5 – Operation And Handling 5.4.2 Application on the Return Belt continued Step 7b: Construct the lifting rod and attach the chains The troughing belts must be in their original, flat position. Place the lifting rod below the return belt, and support it.
- Page 46 5.4.2 Application on the Return Belt continued Fig. 34 Unhinging the chain from the lifting rod Fig. 35 Lifting rod hanging from the chain Information! Note the maximum permissible towing capacity on the ends of the troughing belt, see Section 3.2. Flex-Lifter Belt Lifters...
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Page 47: Decommissioning, Storage And Re-Starting
Decommissioning, Storage and Re-starting Please note the safety information in Section 2.5.2. Clean the device, and oil the pivot rod and threaded nut on the Flex-Lifter. Oil the hinges lightly, if necessary. Cover the device with a sheet. Please comply with the environmental conditions for storage, see Section 3.2.10. When re-starting, carry... -
Page 48: Operational Maintenance By Operating Personnel
(e.g. by drilling or welding). • Check that the pivot rod and the threaded nut on the Flex-Lifter are clean, stainless and well-oiled. Oil if necessary. Cover the pivot rod again with the cover provided. -
Page 49: Section 6 - Malfunctions, Repairs
Contact Flexco Component damaged By wear or overloading Contact Flexco If repairs are necessary on the Flex-Lifter, you must contact the manufacturer. Damage to the device may only be rectified by the manufacturer. Maintenance Information! Damage to the device may only be rectified by the manufacturer. In case of damage, send the device... -
Page 50: Section 7 - Disposal
Be aware of environmental compatibility, health risks, disposal regulations, and local possibilities for proper disposal. 7.1.3 Material Groups Separate metals, non-metals, composite materials and auxiliary materials by material type, and dispose of them in an environmentally-friendly way. Flex-Lifter Belt Lifters... -
Page 51: Section 8 - Ec Declaration Of Conformity
No. 1, Paragraph A The Flex-Lifter belt lifter has been engineered, constructed and manufactured in accordance with the EC Directive named above. The Flex-Lifter belt lifter has been placed on the market under the sole responsibility of Flexco Europe GmbH Leidringer Straße 40 –... -
Page 52: Section 9 - Annex
Section 9 – Annex Confirmation Of Instruction I hereby confirm that I have read all sections, or have been informed of their content, and also fully understand the content. Date Section Surname, name Signature Flex-Lifter Belt Lifters... -
Page 53: Section 10 - Keywords
Part numbers ....... . . 16 Flex-lifter set-up ......40 Potential hazards . - Page 54 Work station........7 Flex-Lifter Belt Lifters...
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