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Users Manual Magical Balancer EDB-50/EDB-85/EDB-130 For safe and correct operation of the product, please be sure to read this manual and fully understand its content before use. After reading, keep the manual safe so that you can find and use it readily.
Magical Balancer Introduction Introduction Thank you very much for purchasing the Magical Balancer main equipment (also referred to as the product). To resolve any trouble and obtain the best performance from the product, please be sure to read this Instruction Manual (hereafter referred to as the manual) and fully understand its content. Notation in this manual Hazard levels This product is designed with ultimate priority on the safety of operators.
Copyright and liabilities The copyright for this Instruction Manual (included with the product) belongs to Endo Kogyo Co.,Ltd. The Instruction Manual is provided for the limited purpose of supporting the safe and proper use of the product.
Emergency contact in case of malfunctions If any malfunction occurs with the product, refer to the contact information indicated on the back cover of this manual and contact Endo Kogyo or an authorized dealer. Our service representative will assist you.
Magical Balancer CONTENTS CONTENTS Introduction ..................... 1 Notation in this manual ................... 1 Hazard levels ...........................1 Symbols ...........................1 Scope of warranty and liabilities for the equipment ..........2 Warranty and liabilities for the equipment ................2 Copyright and liabilities ......................2 Definition of intended users for this manual ............3 Emergency contact in case of malfunctions ............
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Magical Balancer CONTENTS 4-1-1 Tools for installation ....................21 4-1-2 Check of installation location ..................21 Installation procedures ................22 4-2-1 Installation ........................22 Attachment of the upper hook(standard accessories) ......23 Attachment of trolley (special accessories) ........... 24 Piping of the air hose ................25 Connection of the power cable ...............
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Error Mode ....................41 7-2-1 Operation method of the Error Mode ...............41 7-2-2 Error in the control box and the countermeasures...........42 7-2-3 Error in the grip box and the countermeasures ............43 8. Dimensional Drawing ................ 44 EDB-50........................44 EDB-85........................45 EDB-130 ........................46...
Magical Balancer 1 Warning sign and Precautions for Handling Warning sign and Precautions for Handling Labels and name plates Warning labels are attached to the locations with potential dangers related to the operation and maintenance. The warning labels are displayed in an appropriate size and color that can easily attract operators’ attention and indicate warning information and symbols of hazard classification.
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Magical Balancer 1 Warning sign and Precautions for Handling Label appearance Details Ⓒ This is a nameplate attached to the control box of the main equipment of the Magical Balancer. The model name and serial number of the stand-alone control module are indicated. Ⓓ...
Magical Balancer 1 Warning sign and Precautions for Handling 1-1-2 Locations of warning labels and nameplates The labels and nameplates are attached to the following locations of the product as shown below. Ⓑ ⒶWarning Label ⒽError Code Table Name Plate ⒹWarning Label Ⓒ...
Magical Balancer 1 Warning sign and Precautions for Handling Precautions for handling Incorrect handling of this product may cause damage to the product or the suspended load as well as an injury. Thoroughly read the following precautions and be sure to observe them when handling the product.
Magical Balancer 1 Warning sign and Precautions for Handling 1-2-2 Installation DANGER Be sure to install the stoppers on the ends of the traverse and travel rails. Ensure that the location where the Magical Balancer is installed has sufficient strength.
Magical Balancer 1 Warning sign and Precautions for Handling 1-2-4 Pewcautions for use DANGER Do not move directly under a lifted load. Do not transport a load overhead. Never operate the product if the following abnormalities exist in the wire rope. (1) Kink, deformation, or corrosion (2) Wire breakage, wear beyond the usage limit WARINNG...
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Magical Balancer 1 Warning sign and Precautions for Handling WARNING Use the operating voltage and current within their ratings. When moving the Magical Balancer, ensure that there is no obstacle within the range of movement of the suspended load and the hook. ...
Magical Balancer 1 Warning sign and Precautions for Handling 1-2-5 Periodic inspections DANGER Periodically inspect the Magical Balancer, and replace worn or damaged parts. Discard the hook if it is stretched, worn or damaged. Do not try to repair it, but replace with a new hook. WARNING ...
Magical Balancer 2 Unpacking and Installation Unpacking and Installation Packaging arrangement and transportation This product is packaged for delivery in a cardboard box. The total weight of the package is approximately 42 kg and 50 kg or more for the light and heavy models, respectively.
Magical Balancer 2 Unpacking and Installation 2-2-2 Record of product Record the model (MODEL) and the serial number indicated on the nameplate of the product as well as your dealer. Note: When you request repair or need consumable parts, contact us after preparing this type of information in advance.
Magical Balancer 3 Product Description Product Description Summary of Magical Balancer 3-1-1 Functions of Magical Balancer The Magical Balancer EDB series models are hoisting machines operated with compressed air and air cylinders. The balancers can be used for cargo handling and transportation. The piston is pushed out by the air supply and rotates the drum, thereby winding up the wire rope around the drum.
Magical Balancer 3 Product Description Components 3-2-1 Appearance of the mainequipment of the Magical Balancer The names of main components of magical balancers are provided below. (The numbers in the figure below are intended to help explain the names. Please note that they are different from the numbers in the Parts List.) Notes: •...
Magical Balancer 3 Product Description 3-2-2 Names and functions of the control panel section of the grip box and the bottom of the control box of the main equipment The following are the names and functions of the control panel section of the grip box and the bottom of the control box of the main equipment.
Rated current mass diameter voltage (MPa) (kg) diameter (kg)* (mm) EDB-50 AC 0.7A (AC100V) single phase AC 0.7A φ4.76 EDB-85 Rc 1/2 AC100V-240V (AC115V) AC 0.4A (AC240V) EDB-130 Note: Approximately 6 kg are added when the optional trolley is installed.
Magical Balancer 4 Installation of Magical Balancer Installation of Magical Balancer WARNING The installation of the Magical Balancer should be performed by a maintenance operator who has developed sufficient knowledge and operating skill for the Magical Balancer. Preparation and required checks before installation 4-1-1 Tools for installation Wrenches(Spanner):...
Magical Balancer 4 Installation of Magical Balancer Installation procedures DANGER A wire rope is packed together with the Magical Balancer. Be sure to attach the wire rope to the hanger of the balancer. This is necessary to protect workers if the top hook or support members (metal hangers) of the Magical Balancer are damaged.
Magical Balancer 4 Installation of Magical Balancer Attachment of the upper hook(standard accessories) Note: The numbers in brackets in the procedures are the reference numbers of the Parts List. Attach the top hook to the position shown in the figure below. Pass hexagon head bolt (2) through the bracket, collar, hanger, and top hook.
Magical Balancer 4 Installation of Magical Balancer Attachment of trolley (special accessories) WARNING The attachment of the trolley should be performed by a maintenance operator who has developed sufficient knowledge and operating skill for the Magical Balancer. Since the positions to install the collars and plain washers vary with the beam width, refer to the figures for their installation.
Magical Balancer 4 Installation of Magical Balancer Piping of the air hose WARNING Maintain the air supply pressure below 0.7 MPa. The Magical Balancer is designed to be operated within the air supply pressure range below 0.7 MPa. If the air supply pressure exceeds 0.7 MPa, use a regulator to reduce the pressure to the required air supply pressure.
Magical Balancer 4 Installation of Magical Balancer Connection of the power cable WARNING To prevent electric shocks caused by earth leakage, a qualified technician should perform grounding work according to the standards of the area where the system is installed.
Magical Balancer 5 Usage of Magical Balancer Usage of Magical Balancer Iinspections before starting the operation WARNING Be sure to perform the inspections before starting the operation. If any abnormality is found, immediately stop using the product. Take appropriate measures before using it.
Magical Balancer 5 Usage of Magical Balancer Starting up the Magical Balancer Ensure that no load is hung on the bottom hook of the Magical Balancer. When the power switch of the Magical Balancer is turned ON, the grip controller automatically stands up and the initialization setting process is started.
Magical Balancer 5 Usage of Magical Balancer 5-3-2 How to suspend a load WARNING Before lifting up a load, ensure that the bottom hook latch is set. While the load is hung on the bottom hook, sliding the grip upward can lift up the workpiece. Hang the load on the bottom hook.
Magical Balancer 5 Usage of Magical Balancer Operations after completing the work CAUTION Do not leave a load suspended. The suspended load may slowly descend over time. After the work is completed, lower the suspended load to the ground. ...
Magical balancer 5 Usage of Magical Balancer Mode menu 5-6-1 Switching the mode menu The modes displayed on the LCD indicator include the Press the [Mode] key following six modes. The modes can be switched with the [Mode] key on the front panel.
Magical balancer 5 Usage of Magical Balancer Function button settings WARNING Do not perform any operations other than setting the function buttons in "Parameter Mode". This may change the control parameters of the magical balancer and cause operational errors. The functions of the function buttons can be changed by changing the parameters as follows ・Load variation tracking function When the function button is pressed, the position of the suspended load is maintained even when the...
Magical balancer 5 Usage of Magical Balancer Setting No-Load Weight using select switch (Option) The magical balancer allows you to set the no-load weight for each attachment It can be set as a no-load state. WARNING Do not perform any operations other than setting the no-load weight in "Calibration ...
Magical balancer 6 Periodic Inspections and Maintenance Periodic Inspections and Maintenance Daily and periodic inspections are required for the product to be used safely and properly. If any failure is found in the inspections, the relevant parts must be replaced. Please contact us in such cases.
Magical balancer 6 Periodic Inspections and Maintenance Monthly inspection Perform an inspection at least once per month and take appropriate measures against abnormal parts. Since the number of inspections varies with the operating environment, the frequency of use, and the weight condition of the Magical Balancer, shorten the inspection intervals according to the operating conditions.
For dimensions A, B, D, and E of the opening of the hooks, to be accurate, measure the actual dimensions of the hooks of your product and record the values for later use as the references in the inspection. Upper hook EDB-50/EDB-85/EDB-130 (mm) Reference Operation usage limit dimension A...
Total number number of broken Model narrow range of the same of wires wires strand One la y EDB-50, EDB-85, 133 pieces 13 pieces 7 pieces EDB-130 (7 × 19) Inspection of the diameter of the wire rope Check that the diameter of the wire rope has not been reduced to less than the limiting dimension below.
Magical balancer 6 Periodic Inspections and Maintenance Wire rope end Ensure that there is no deformation and or crack in the wire clip. Wire clip Ensure that the hexagon socket head cap screw of the wire clip is not loose.
Magical balancer 6 Periodic Inspections and Maintenance 6-2-6 Comprehensive operation inspection Operation with a load Check for abnormalities while lifting up and down a load. Repeat the operation more than once across the entire operating lifting height. Ensure that the balancer stops after the “Up” and “Down” operations. ...
Troubleshooting CAUTION If you notice anything unusual, stop the operation immediately. Take appropriate measures after checking the items listed in the table below. If the situation does not relate to any of the listed items in the table below, contact your dealer.
Error Mode 7-2-1 Operation method of the Error Mode To check the error that has occurred, select the Error Mode by switching the mode menu as described above. The following is the procedure to display the error number. Note that, immediately after an error has occurred, the following operations are unnecessary because the error screen is automatically displayed.
7-2-2 Error in the control box and the countermeasures The table below summarizes the errors detected for the control box of the main equipment, the causes, and the details of countermeasures. Error Name Main cause Solution Emergency The emergency stop button has been Rotate the emergency stop button stop error pushed.
7-2-3 Error in the grip box and the countermeasures The table below summarizes the errors detected for the grip box side, the causes, and the details of countermeasures. Error Name Main cause Solution Grip controller Since a communication error has Check the state of the curled cord network error 1 occurred in the signal line from the...
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