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- Page 1 VA C U H A N D P R O 140/160/180/200/230/250/300 Original instructions 2022-09-13...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Symbol legend ........................2 Introduction ..........................3 Description of symbols on control levers .................3 Technical data ........................4 Safety Instructions for the Vacuhand Pro .................4 General ..........................4 Load............................5 Lifting .............................5 Important information......................6 Prohibited use ........................6 Product description ......................6 Lifting unit ..........................8 Installation ..........................9 Safety regulations for installation...................9 Cutting the lifter tube ......................10 Installing/re-installing the lifter tube ..................11... -
Page 3: Introduction
For further information, contact your supplier. Vacuhand Pro is intended to facilitate lifting work with an emphasis on ergonomics, efficiency and safety. Movomech AB will assist with repair through authorized dealers and our support organization. This manual addresses standard use of safety, installation, use, maintenance and troubleshooting; special Vacuhand Pro versions are not addressed. -
Page 4: Technical Data
Vacuhand Pro may only be used by personnel and who have read and understood this manual, any manuals for related equipment as mentioned above, and any applicable standards and regulations. Movomech AB is not liable for any damage or injury caused by use or actions which are inconsistent with the training, manuals and any applicable standards and regulations. -
Page 5: Load
In the event of crack formation or other damage to Vacuhand Pro or its associated lifting tool(s), all use of the machine must immediately cease. Persons under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medications that affect their judgement and physical abilites must not be allowed to use, maintain nor repair Vacuhand Pro. -
Page 6: Important Information
Only ever use accessories or spare parts from Movomech AB. Modifications that are not approved by Movomech AB and/or the use of non-approved accessories or spare parts can cause serious injury during lifting operations. The maximum load may never be exceeded. -
Page 7: Product Description
Product description Vacuum tube Filter holder Filter unit Lifting unit (see page 8) Vacuum pump Silencer Electric motor Pump chassis Vacuum unit Example showing installation with jib crane Example showing installation with crane system... -
Page 8: Lifting Unit
Lifting unit Swivel unit Protection sock Adjustment knob, load balancing Lift tube Handle Control bar Cover Adjustment knob, balancing, w/o load Control unit 8 \ Vacuhand Pro 2022-09-13 EN... -
Page 9: Installation
• Electrical installation must be carried out by an authorized electrician. • In the case of jib crane installations, follow Movomech’s installation instructions for jib cranes which are provided by Movomech AB. • In the case of crane system installations, follow the supplier’s assembly instructions. -
Page 10: Cutting The Lifter Tube
Metrics: Suction foot: 210 x 330 x 1pc ≈ 69.300 mm² Lifter tube: (70 x 70 mm) x 3.14 x 1 ≈ 15.386 mm² Safety factor: 69.300 / 15.386 mm² ≈ 4.50 In this case the safety factor is approximately 4.5, which is sufficient by a good margin. Example 2 Lifting yoke with 4 pcs round Ø5.9 in (150 mm) suction cups and lifter tube Ø... -
Page 11: Installing/Re-Installing The Lifter Tube
Attention! • Next, wind 3 or 4 turns of woven tape, Movomech part # 700PS618, around the tube adapter and tube (figure 7). Begin tape coverage around 3/16 in. (5 mm) above the edge of the tube adapt- er. The tape must be tightly wound. -
Page 12: Installing The Electric Vacuum Pump
Installing the electric vacuum pump To keep the vacuum tube short, always locate the vacuum pump as close to the lifting unit as possible. In order to enjoy the highest possible speed during lifts, it is important that the vacuum tube between the vacuum pump and the lifting unit not be too long. -
Page 13: Test Runs
Test runs Caution! • Lift a load with a completely smooth, non-porous surface. Let the load hang suspended in the lifter while listening for hissing sounds to make sure there are no leaks anywhere in the installation. • Lift a load that weighs 22 lb (10 kg) and has a completely smooth, non-porous surface. Let the load hang suspended in the lifter and then switch off the vacuum pump. -
Page 14: Lift Capacity
Lift capacity Lift capacity Green indicates recommended lifting capacity for loads of a smooth, non-porous material. Yellow indicates possible lift range depending on the shape of suction feet etc. = Green indicates recommended lifting capacity for loads of a smooth, non-porous material. Yellow indicates possible lift range depending on the shape of suction feet etc. -
Page 15: Function
Function Balancing without load Outer vacuum tube Inner vacuum tube Silencer Adjustment knob Adjustment knob Turning the adjustment knob clockwise. The bottom valve opens. Turning the adjustment knob counterclockwise. The bottom valve The lifter is lowered. is closed. The lifter is raised. When the vacuum pump is running, a negative pressure is formed inside the lifting unit. -
Page 16: Balancing With Load
Balancing with load Adjustment knob, load Adjustment knob, load balancing balancing Turning the adjustment knob counterclockwise. When the operating handle is Turning the adjustment knob clockwise. When the operating closed, the lifter and the load are raised. handle is opened, the lifter and the load are lowered. The load is adjusted to the preferred working height using the balance knob. -
Page 17: Operating With Load
Operating with load When a load seals against the suction foot, air only enters Vacuhand Pro via the operating valve. Operating handle in position 1: The handle valve is partially open and the amount of air allowed into the lifting tube is controlled by the load balancing adjustment knob as described previously. -
Page 18: Maintenance
Maintenance Attention! In order to ensure safe equipment function and to preserve lifting capacity, follow the maintenance instructions. Remedy any faults detected in Vacuhand Pro immediately. Vacuhand Pro may not be used until the defects are remedied. Warning! The equipment must be switched off prior to maintenance. Caution! Only use original Vacuhand Pro parts for maintenance, repairs, or re- placement. -
Page 19: Quarterly Checks
Quarterly checks: • Inspect and assure that the suspension lug and the equipment Vacuhand Pro is suspended from is not damaged. Warning! Do not use Vacuhand Pro when there is damage to the lift. Contact your dealer to determine appropriate repair. •... -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
• Inspect and assure that the vacuum tube and lifter tube are airtight and are not chafed or crushed. Troubleshooting Fault Possible causes Action Poor or no The vacuum pump is not on? Start the vacuum pump. lifting power The vacuum pump is not starting? Check that that vacuum pump is not stuck. - Page 21 Fault Possible causes Action The load does Check if the check valve is Refer to Maintenance, Weekly checks (page 18) not sink slowly damaged or leaking? in power outage test. Fault Possible causes Action Not possible to Check balancing knob without Check for damage on knob or if its stuck.
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Page 22: Spare Parts
Spare parts 22 \ Vacuhand Pro 2022-09-13 EN... -
Page 23: Complete Lifter Tube Units
Complete lifter tube units Part # Designation Vacuum lifter, single lug suspension Vacuum lifter, twin lug suspension, 3 m tube 640465-23 Lifter tube unit 140 Ø 5.51” (140 mm) std 2 lug 118.11” (3 m) 640465-10 Lifter tube unit 140 Ø 5.51” (140 mm) std 1 lug 98.43” (2.5 m) 640475-10 Lifter tube unit 160 Ø... -
Page 24: Lifter Tubes
Lifter tubes Part # Designation Vacuum lifter 2.5 m Vacuum lifter 4 m 640461 Lifter tube 140 Ø 5.51” (140 mm) std 1 lug 98.43” (2.5 m) 640461-04 Lifter tube 140 Ø 5.51” (140 mm) std 2 lug 157.48” (4 m) 640471 Lifter tube 160 Ø... -
Page 25: Plastic Adapters
Plastic adapters Swivels, complete Part # Designation Part # Designation Plastic adapter, upper Swivel, top. 1 lug, complete 640320-10 Swivel 140 Ø 5.51” (140 mm) 1 lug omplete 640346 Plastic adapter 140 Ø 5.51” (140 mm) upper 640347 Plastic adapter 160 Ø 6.30” (160 mm) upper 640321-10 Swivel 160 Ø... -
Page 26: Drawings
Drawings 26 \ Vacuhand Pro 2022-09-13 EN... - Page 28 28 \ Vacuhand Pro 2022-09-13 EN...
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Page 34: Ce Declaration
EC declaration of conformity of the machinery TRANSLATION (according to 2006/42/EG, annex 2A) Manufacturer Movomech AB Tel: +46 (0)44 28 29 00 Box 9083 Fax: +46 (0)44 28 29 28 291 09 Kristianstad E-mail: info@movomech.se Web: www.movomech.com Sweden Representative for documentation... - Page 36 Movomech AB Kabelvägen 9 S-291 62 Kristianstad SWEDEN Telephone +46 (0)44 28 29 00 E-mail info@movomech.se www.movomech.com...
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