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Machine type plate The BENOMIC S500 carries a machine type plate which contains the following data: Berg Hortimotive address details, CE marking, serial number and the year of manufacture. If you would like to contact the Berg Hortimotive dealer with respect to the BENOMIC S500, please ensure that this information is always readily available.
Liability Berg Hortimotive is not liable for unsafe situations, accidents and damages resulting from the failure to observe warnings or regulations, as shown on the BENOMIC S500 and/or in this documentation, for example: - inexpert or improper use or maintenance;...
It is very important to read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain the BENOMIC S500. By reading and following this manual when using the BENOMIC S500, you and others will be guided to properly use the BENOMIC S500, and to prevent personal injury and damage to the machine.
Berg Hortimotive is not liable for damage or indirect damage resulting from failure to follow the instructions and safety precautions set out in this user manual. The liability of Berg Hortimotive shall also lapse as soon as you or third parties make any modifications to the pipe-rail trolley or accessories without our written permission.
Read the user manual carefully. Follow the instructions, safety precautions, etc. at all times. The BENOMIC S500 is suitable for running on a stable pipe-rail system. Use the BENOMIC S500 exclusively on the correct type of pipe-rail system (for specifications, see 10.1). You must check whether the centre-to-centre pipe-rail gauge corresponds with the pipe-rail trolley, see the icon on the platform.
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The BENOMIC S500 may only be operated when there are no other persons, other than the operator, in the vicinity of the machine. The BENOMIC S500 may only be operated by persons of at least 18 years of age who have received thorough instruction on the BENOMIC S500, are familiarized with this user manual, fully understand it, and are aware of the hazards.
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The BENOMIC S500 is besides driving on a pipe rail system, also suitable for driving on a flat paved floor (concrete), which is rough enough to be able to drive and stop safely.
Safety icons The BENOMIC S500 caries a few safety icons. These icons should alert the user to potential hazards or hazardous situations. Observe the warnings at all times and contact your supplier if the hazard indicated by the icon seems unclear.
The trolley can topple if the maximum laden weight or applied force limits are exceeded! Users taller than 1.80 metres can lose their balance if they do not use the obligatory safety rail height extender! 12 / 57 Translated user manual (EN-V1) BENOMIC S500...
BENOMIC S500. This person must fully understand the safety instructions and this manual. The BENOMIC S500 is a pipe-rail trolley, which runs on a pipe-rail system that meets the minimum requirements of paragraph 7.3 and is intended as an aid caring for and/or maintaining the crops in a greenhouse.
Safety systems The BENOMIC S500 series is equipped with the following safety systems, described in chapter 7 (Commissioning) and chapter 8.1 (Operation). - Running and lifting restriction when tilted (see 7.4) - Load limiter measurement system (see 7.5) - Load-holding function (see 7.6) - Scissor-locking device (see 7.7)
Signalling systems In order to alert the user to changing status of the BENOMIC S500 during use, a multi- colour indicator (11) and horn are used. 5.3.1 The multi-colour indicator (11) The multi-colour indicator (11) is located on the platform control, for this refer to chapter 8.1.2.
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This blinking pattern consists of two colours. Safety status: Limitation: Solution: Orange: Flashing Speed too high Running stops Turn Benomic S500 off and on, Consult your dealer Flashing Tilt sensor signal is Run with platform Lower platform completely, absent with low raised...
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Reset emergency stop The indicator displays a Blue blinking pattern: Blue: Action or Safety Limitation: Solution: status: Flashing Emergency stop Benomic S500 Press reset button (2 or 10) released stopped Flashing Button operated at Does not enter Continues to flash blue, power-up...
* A disinfectant fluid container for the hands can be supplied as an option for the BENOMIC S500, ask dealer for the possibilities. 5.3.2 The horn The acoustic warning gives the user feedback on the action that is being performed, or a changing safety status.
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Undercarriage controls Side cover Fencing height-extenders NOTE: Fencing height-extenders are supplied/assembled as standard for the French market. Figure 5.1; Names of the components on the upper-side of the BENOMIC S500 19 / 57 Translated user manual (EN-V1) BENOMIC S500...
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Trailing roller Drive roller Lift-wheels Figure 5.2; Names of the components on the under-side of the BENOMIC S500 Battery cover Hydraulic tank Hydraulics valve block Scissors locks Emergency lowering valve Figure 5.3; Names of the components on the underside of the BENOMIC S500 ...
2. Make sure the lift-wheels are retracted, so that the trolley is resting on its flange rollers. 3. Set the direction and speed control to position 0. 4. Switch off the BENOMIC S500 with the main switch (turn the red key to the horizontal position).
Pipe-rail system in horticulture The BENOMIC S500 has been designed to run on a stable pipe-rail system. This means that each path between the crops has a track comprising two pipes of the same diameter with a fixed width between them (centre-to-centre (c.t.c.) size). The pipes are often used as heating pipes and are supported with fixed spacing between them.
See 10.1 Explanation of the technical specifications. The BENOMIC S500 is based on a pipe-rail system as described in the Dutch ARBO catalogue. Briefly, the following key principles apply:...
120 cm, using the scissor-control service button (2 and 3) as described in 8.1.1. Then put a pallet jack on one side under the side cover of the BENOMIC S500, increasing the tilt step by step. During this test, the following acoustic signals should be heard: •...
50 cm, after which five short beep tones will be heard. The load limiting system is thus approved. It is forbidden to work with the BENOMIC S500 if the platform does not stop as described above!
If the scissors no longer go down with the controls on the platform (9) and not with the controls on the leading edge of the BENOMIC S500 (2 & 3), the emergency lowering valve lever must be put in the direction of the arrow.
Speed limitation when driving at height In order to ensure the safety of the user when driving at height, the BENOMIC S500 is equipped with a speed limiter that comes into effect when the pipe rail trolley is driving at a height of 4 meters.
BENOMIC S500 has received instructions regarding the pipe-rail trolley and its safety precautions, and has read and understood this manual. - The BENOMIC S500 may only be operated if one is sure that no one is in the immediate vicinity of the pipe-rail trolley.
1. MAIN SWITCH / EMERGENCY STOP The BENOMIC S500 can be switched on and off with the main switch. If the red key is in the running direction (vertical), then the trolley is ON, if the red key is perpendicular to the running direction (horizontal), then the trolley is OFF.
5. FOOT PEDAL A foot pedal (5) is mounted in the platform (page 11), the BENOMIC S500 will run in the desired direction for as long as the foot pedal is operated. You will hear 5 short beeps if a safety system engages and signals that the trolley may not be driven.
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Use the horn / reset button (10) to activate the BENOMIC S500, ‘reset’ after using the main switch (1) or the emergency stop (8). After this operation, the indicator (11) will light up Green continuously when the BENOMIC S500 is in a safe status, it is then ready for use.
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12. HYDRAULIC LIFTING OF THE TROLLEY Pressing this button (once) will result in completely lifting the BENOMIC S500 or lowering it fully, after which it can be manually rotated and moved. Attention! - Only lift the machine on a flat surface (on the concrete floor or on the main path),...
(14) for 3 seconds, you will hear a beep and the signal lamp will flash light-blue. Then press and release the foot pedal, the BENOMIC S500 will move at the set speed. The signal lamp will illuminate, light-blue, continuously. Adjust the ground speed to your working speed with speed control knob (7).
8.2.1 Crop work on a row of plants along a gable path It is possible to use the BENOMIC S500 to perform crop work on plants along a path with the working platform in an elevated position. When driving on the concrete path with the working platform in a position higher than 80...
Operation of the stabilizers Stability must be ensured in order to work at height. Therefore, the BENOMIC S500 is equipped with stabilizers at the front and rear of the trolley. Depending on the type of pipe rail system, it is necessary to use these stabilizers in order to be allowed to work at height.
Turn the handwheels (D) causing the stabilizers to move downwards to the ground. Turn both handwheels until the BENOMIC S500 is stable and horizontal (Fig. 8.6). Repeat these actions for the other side of the pipe rail trolley. To work higher than the listed restrictions* (10.1) is only possible if all four stabilizers have sufficient bearing...
Out of service If the BENOMIC S500 is out of service, make sure the platform is in the lowest position and the lift-wheels are retracted so that the trolley stands on its flange rollers. Always switch off the machine, using main switch and remove the key. Store it with charged batteries in a moisture-free and frost-free room.
Problems, causes and solutions The BENOMIC S500 is equipped with various safety systems that can temporarily block the intended functions, for example through incorrect operation. In order to alert the user to a changing status or incorrect operation of the BENOMIC S500 during use, a multi-colour indicator (11) and horn is used.
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The work platform is too high Solution Lower the work platform to the lowest position The BENOMIC S500 is on the pipes Drive the trolley off of the pipes Batteries empty (Red LEDs on battery status indicator and 2x cyclic bleeps)
!!!BEWARE of liquids, battery acid is very corrosive!!! Disassembly If your BENOMIC S500 has become so worn and defective that it must be dismantled, you must take it to your supplier or another company that specialises in dismantling vehicles. Never take your BENOMIC S500 to a scrap metal merchant or dump.
Visually cracks (hairline) and rust If the above checks show that there is a fault on the BENOMIC S500, contact your BENOMIC S500 dealer immediately. Operating the trolley despite there being defects found can be very dangerous and is therefore strictly forbidden!
Then operate the platform completely down. Now use the horn / reset button (10) to activate the BENOMIC S500, ‘reset’ after using the main switch (1) or the emergency stop (8). After this operation, the indicator (11) will light up Green continuously when the BENOMIC S500 is in a safe status, it is then ready for use.
The chain tension should be approximately 1 cm. If it is not, proceed as follows: Figure 9.5: Chain tension 1. Turn off the BENOMIC S500 with the main switch and remove the key from the ignition to prevent the BENOMIC S500 from being enabled.
Normal maintenance, inspection for run-in string. Roller replacement not yet necessary. Wear is 5 mm or more. The roller has flat sides and has been blocked. Replacement is now necessary! Consult your dealer. 44 / 57 Translated user manual (EN-V1) BENOMIC S500...
A: Pipe diameter (51 mm) B: Pipe rail system center to center measurement (track width) (> 52 cm) C: Bracket distance (max. 1 m) H: Platform height BENOMIC S500 Based on stability tests, the following restrictions apply: Use: without stabilizers A = 51 mm ≥...
2678 KZ De Lier - Holland T: +31 (0)174 – 517700 www.berghortimotive.nl While taking full responsibility, hereby declares that the product: Pipe-rail trolley type BENOMIC S500 with triple hydraulic scissors and hydraulic lift-wheels with stabilizers to 5.0 metres height Article number: ………………… Serial number: …………………...
Appendix 1: Maintenance logbook Describe repairs and/or maintenance operations on the form below. Date Description of repair/maintenance Name of Type no.:……………..Series no.:………………………… company/technician 48 / 57 Translated user manual (EN-V1) BENOMIC S500...
So, preferably check the acid concentration every week, but check at least every month with a hydrometer (fig. A+B and table below). 51 / 57 Translated user manual (EN-V1) BENOMIC S500...
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The use of a modern battery charger with automatic The float must always float freely cut-off, available from Berg Hortimotive, is for a valid reading recommended. Only use a charger that is suitable for the batteries used! (see charger instructions) Never interrupt charging, completely finish charging, see indication on charger.
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• The vapour may be invisible and is heavier than air. It spreads along the ground and may enter sewers and basements 3. Personal protection • Chemical protection suit. • Respiratory mask equipped with ABEKP1 filter 53 / 57 Translated user manual (EN-V1) BENOMIC S500...
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• Use chemical protection suit and self-contained breathing apparatus while undressing contaminated co- workers or handling contaminated equipment. 7.2 Equipment clean up • Drench with water before transporting from incident. 54 / 57 Translated user manual (EN-V1) BENOMIC S500...
The recommendations above are the responsibilities of the party responsible for carrying out the cleaning. If you have any questions regarding the cleaning product to be used, please consult the manufacturer. 56 / 57 Translated user manual (EN-V1) BENOMIC S500...
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