Side Entry Operation and Maintenance Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction 2. Application restrictions 3. General system requirements 4. System set-up and operation 5. Training 6. Inspection 7. Maintenance lubrication and storage 8. Specifications 9. Drawings Inspection log...
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Side Entry Operation and Maintenance Manual Horizontal Entry System Base, Horizontal Entry Pt# 30303 Arm Assembly Clamp on - Pt# 30321 (shown) Pt# 30235 Bolt on - Pt# 30276 Pro 1 Winch Pt# 60217 Work Positioning / Winch Bracket for Pro 1 Winch only Pt# 60211 –...
When used with an approved Irudek Products mounting base and winch, the Side Entry meets the requirements of OSHA 1910.146, and ANSI/ASSE Z117.1 for use as a confined space...
Operation and Maintenance Manual 1.2 MATERIAL HANDLING The Horizontal Entry Arm, when combined with a suitable Irudek Products mounting base and winch, may be used for the raising and lowering of tools, equipment, and other material not exceeding the rated Working Load Limit of any system component.
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Side Entry and related equipment. 3.5 CONFINED SPACE SAFETY When the Side Entry is used as part of a system involving work in a confined space, always follow an approved confined space safety plan meeting all local regulations.
Side Entry Operation and Maintenance Manual 4.0 HORIZONTAL ENTRY SYSTEM SETUP and OPERATION The Horizontal Entry System is designed for use in conjunction with various accessories to meet different requirements. These may include winches, self-retracting lifelines (SRL’s), and full-body harnesses. All installations must be approved by a Qualified Person.
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Side Entry Operation and Maintenance Manual Setup #2; Manway Flanges From 35” (889mm) to 54” (1370mm) Diameter. 1. Remove manway hatch cover as required. 2. Install Base Center Assembly on manway flange, ensure Mounting Post is vertical and tighten clamps securely using only the attached Clamp Wrench.
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Side Entry Operation and Maintenance Manual Setup #2; Support Post with Sleeve The arm may be used with a Support Post into compatiable Permanent Mounting Sleeve/Bases. 1. Structures selected for the installation of this system MUST BE capable of supporting a 90,000 in-lb (10,000N.m) moment and 1800 lbs (8kN)
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Please refer to the Operator’s Manual provided with all IRUDEK Products Inc. accessories at the time of purchase for detailed information on the installation of Winches or SRL’s onto the _Side Entry system. If you are using a Irudek Built Pro-Series Winch and / or Irudek Line self-retracting lifeline (SRL) with your Side Entry system;...
Products Inc. are provided with the equipment at time of purchase. Replacement manuals are available from Irudek Products Inc. or your local dealer. No person shall use this winch without receiving proper training as outlined in Section 5. Any user must fully read and understand this manual and any other instruction manual(s) related to the system being used, or have the instructions explained to them, before using this equipment.
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Side Entry Operation and Maintenance Manual 6. INSPECTION 6.1 DAILY INSPECTION The Horizontal Entry system must be inspected before each use as described in Sections 6.1.1 to 6.1.3. Report any problems or concerns to your supervisor, and do not use the equipment until they have approved doing so.
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Side Entry Operation and Maintenance Manual While minor cosmetic damage will not affect the structural integrity of the Horizontal Entry System, seriously damaged equipment MUST BE removed from service and returned to an authorized service center for repair prior to further use.
Operation and Maintenance Manual 7. MAINTENANCE, CLEANING, LUBRICATION and STORAGE The Side Entry has been designed to provide many years of trouble free service, and requires little in the way of routine maintenance. Any loose fasteners must be tightened, and the equipment returned to a factory authorized service center for structural repair if necessary.
Side Entry Operation and Maintenance Manual 8. SYSTEM GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 8.1 MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION The Horizontal Entry system is principally constructed of powder coated 6061-T6 aluminum. Steel hardware and connecting brackets are zinc plated and/or powder coated for corrosion resistance.
Side Entry Operation and Maintenance Manual 10. INSPECTION LOG Model Number: __________________________ Serial Number: _______________________ Date of Manufacture (dd/mm/yy): ___/_____/____ Purchase Date (dd/mm/yy): ____/_____/____ INSPECTION ITEM PASS FAIL DETAILS / DISPOSITION APPROVED FOR LOCATION of (REPAIRED / USE BY DAMAGE...
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