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OPERATOR’S INSTRUCTIONS UPPRO P2514, P2314 HOIST Manufactured by: Spider | 365 Upland Drive, Seattle, WA 98188 | ® Phone: (877) 774-3370 | Fax: (206) 575-6240 | Email: Spider@SpiderStaging.com | Website: SpiderStaging.com Document No: 721641-1 Revision: B Issue Date: 2017-Dec-18 Page 1 of 38 This document and all copies are the property of Spider .
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THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Page 2 of 38 Revision: B Issue Date: 2017-Dec-18 Document No: 721641-1 This document and all copies are the property of Spider . All dimensions and data are indicative only. ® The user must ensure that the equipment complies with local rules and regulations.
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WARNING ► All persons operating this equipment must read and completely understand this manual. ► All persons must be thoroughly trained in the use of this equipment, its operational and safety features, and they must also be capable of carrying out the daily inspections. ►...
Table of Contents 1. ABOUT THIS MANUAL A) Terms and Abbreviations ......................7 2. SAFETY A) Safety Instructions ........................8 B) Hazard Warnings ........................10 C) Hazard Prevention ........................11 D) Wire Rope Warnings ......................11 3. WIRE ROPE A) Wire Rope Terminations ......................12 B) Wire Rope Cautions ......................13 C) Wire Rope Inspection ......................13 4.
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Table of Contents - Continued 12. TROUBLESHOOTING A) No Power to Platform and GREEN Voltage Indicator Light is OFF ........32 B) Hoist does not Run and GREEN Voltage Indicator Light is ON ..........32 C) Power to Platform is ON and Error Light is ON ............32 D) Hoist Hums, Starts Slowly and is Sluggish and YELLOW...
1. ABOUT THIS MANUAL Before using the Spider UpPro P2514 or P2314 Hoist, learn the procedures described in this ® manual. Any operation in violation of these instructions may result in bodily injury or death. This manual is included with each Spider UpPro P2514 or P2314 Hoist.
a) t ermS and bbreviationS Systems refer to facilities into which the components described in these operating instructions are installed, e.g. service cabins, suspended access equipment, material handling equipment, etc. The system operator is the person/company responsible for correct operation. The system operator is to appoint a supervisor who is responsible for the correct operation of the system on site.
2. SAFETY a) S afety nStrUctionS WARNING NEVER operate equipment that you do not understand. You may cause accidents, which may result in the injury or death of yourself or people around you. Know how to use this equipment and prevent accidents. This operator’s manual is not all-inclusive.
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7. If you hear any strange noises, or if the hoist does not appear to work normally, stop using it immediately. Do not continue to use the equipment until it is repaired. 8. Do not remove any parts from the hoist without replacing them. Do not change or substitute any approved hoist parts for parts that do not meet manufacturer’s specifications. Do not modify this hoist without prior approval from Spider . Modifications...
19. Do not use visibly worn, kinked, bird-caged, undersized, or damaged wire rope. Protect wire rope from sharp or abrasive edges of the building. Do not use wire rope that has been exposed to fire, excessive wear, corrosive atmosphere, chemicals, passage of electric current, or temperatures above 203° F (95° C). For additional wire rope cautions, refer to the wire rope section in Section 3.
Platform catches on overhang and tilts while being raised. Falling: from the platform; as a result of using a wire rope that is too short; if the platform is not strong enough for the weight and breaks; if wire rope or platform interconnections fail; rigging failure. ► Hoist idling due to loss of traction. ► Damaged wire rope becoming jammed in the hoist. WARNING If the platform is suspended in the air and the hoist motor runs but the wire rope does not move through the hoist, push the Emergency Stop Button immediately!
3. WIRE ROPE a) W erminationS 9/16” Wire Rope Termination 1. To prepare the end of IWRC wire rope for insertion, cut back the steel center at least 2” (51 mm) to allow for independent movement of the core. Braze and rough shape the end of the wire rope to form a smooth, bullet shape no more than .38”...
3. Use a heavy-duty thimble for the primary suspension wire rope and follow the manufacturer’s requirements for termination of the wire rope hardware that you are using. 4. In situations where it is not possible to lower the platform to the ground, secure the tail line with a suspension loop, as shown below, to prevent the platform from sliding off the suspension ropes.
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► Wire rope with one or more of the following defects shall be replaced immediately: Whenever there is severe corrosion. Any development of slight corrosion shall be noted and watched closely. Whenever there are broken wires, such as: ...
4. THE SPIDER UPPRO P2514 OR P2314 HOIST ® The Spider UpPro P2514 or P2314 Hoist is used to raise, support, and lower suspended scaffolds, ® building maintenance units, and work cages on, or in, buildings and structures. If the hoist is used for any other purpose, you must take all necessary precautions to ensure that both the design and operation of the setup in which the hoist will be used will be hazard free, and that such use conforms to the specifications of the equipment manufacturers.
d) P P2514 P2314 h ® artS of the Pider oiSt Suspension Overspeed Wire Rope Brake Reset Insertion Point Lever Overspeed Overspeed Brake Activation Safety Lock Lever Brake Release Twin Motors Lever Electrical Enclosure Traction Lifting Handle Compartment Electrical Control Box Resistors (Hot during Hoist Resistors (Hot...
e) l abelS 720351-1 Seattle, WA 98188 USA Tel: (877) 774-3370 www.spiderstaging.com Attention: Read Operator’s Manual before use. Use only steel wire rope as specified in the Operator’s Manual. Atención: Debe leer el Manual de Uso antes de manejar este maquina. Solo utilice cable metálico como el especificado en el Manual de Uso.
5. PREPARING TO USE THE HOIST a) e lectrical UPPly For trouble-free operation of the Spider UpPro P2514 or P2314 Hoist, the electrical ® supply must have sufficient capacity and the circuit breakers must be properly rated. If startup is sluggish, have a certified electrician determine the voltage at the female end of the electrical cable coming from the power source. Voltage must be 414-506 VAC. If the voltage is less than 414 VAC at the hoist connection, do the following: ...
6. REEVING a) S USPenSion Wire Rope Push the suspension wire rope through enters the wire rope inlet of the overspeed safety Overspeed lock and guide it into the wire rope inlet of Safety Lock the hoist’s traction compartment. When you cannot push the wire rope into the hoist’s traction compartment Wire Rope any further, operate the hoist in the UP...
7. OPERATING THE HOIST WARNING BEFORE operating this hoist, you must understand and follow the instructions in this manual. You must be properly trained, physically fit and authorized to operate the hoist. Failure to comply with these instructions could result in serious injury or death. ► DO NOT OPERATE THE HOIST IF you hear unusual noises. ►...
b) n ormal Peration Ptional tage endant Unlock the Pendant. Emergency Stop Switch the control unit on by turning the Button red emergency stop button in the clockwise GREEN direction until it pops out. The Power On Indicator Light on the front of the electrical box comes on.
ormal Peration ontinued UP or DOWN The UP/DOWN buttons on the pendant Button at rest have two pressure points. The first pressure point is for the slower speed. The second pressure point is for the faster speed (GHS Halfway in Models Only): ► When lifting loads of 5000 lb (2300 kg) or less, push the UP button halfway in ...
8. DAILY TESTING AND INSPECTION WARNING Perform all daily tests to ensure correct operation! Do NOT use the hoist for lifting until it has passed all daily tests. The following tests must be performed at the start of each work shift. If the hoist fails any test, DO NOT USE THE HOIST UNTIL IT IS REPAIRED.
b) t eSting the mergency Utton Conduct a test run with the hoist’s maximum working load 5500 lb (2500 kg). Press the red emergency stop button while running the hoist in either direction. Once the emergency stop button has been pressed, the hoist should not move at all and the error light on the front of the electrical box should light up.
d) t eSting the verSPeed rake While powering the hoist UP and DOWN approximately 3 feet (1 meter), look through the rectangle window into the OSL to see whether the flywheel is turning. WARNING Do NOT operate the hoist if you cannot Flywheel see the flywheel turning. Observation Window De-reeve the wire rope: Re-insert the rope about 12"...
e) t activation l eSting the verSPeed rake ever While raising or lowering the hoist, activate the overspeed brake by turning the overspeed brake ACTIVATION lever on the overspeed safety lock counterclockwise in the LOCK direction. The hoist should NOT travel in the DOWN direction.
9. DE-REEVING a) r emoving the rimary USPenSion For hoists equipped with a secondary wire rope, the secondary wire rope must be removed before the primary wire rope is removed. WARNING To prevent platform from tipping and avoid injuries, ensure that the platform is properly supported on a flat, stable surface before putting slack on the primary suspension wire rope.
10. HOIST MAINTENANCE a) r egUlar aintenance The hoist should be returned to a certified Spider service center for periodic maintenance at ® least once a year from the date it was placed into service, or after 250 working hours since last maintenance. More frequent service may be required if the hoist is subjected to dirty environments. b) S Pecial aintenance...
11. STORAGE Ã When not in use, store hoist and work platform in such a way as to protect from unauthorized use. Always unplug power cord when not in use and equipment is left unattended. Ã Store the Spider UpPro P2514 or P2314 Hoist in an indoor facility where the ambient temperature ®...
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12. TROUBLESHOOTING STOP! Read ALL troubleshooting guidelines before attempting any solution. Consult your supervisor to correct problems. Problem Possible Cause and Solution a) n Power at junction box is off. oWer to latform GREEN oltage Circuit breaker is tripped. ndicator ight iS Not enough power is being supplied to hoist.
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Problem Possible Cause and Solution d) h Check run voltage. If not correct (see “Operating range” oiSt tartS on Page 15in section 4a), do any or all of the following: loWly and iS lUggiSh YELLOW ► Run separate power supply cords for each hoist. oltage ►...
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Problem Possible Cause and Solution g) h not r Verify that the hoistway above is clear and that there are no oiSt Will aiSe overhead obstructions. oad and oUnder iS Udible Verify that load is no greater than the rated capacity of hoist [5500 lb (2,500 kg)].
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Problem Possible Cause and Solution i) o WARNING! DO NOT OPERATE HOIST. CALL YOUR verSPeed lyWheel SUPERVISOR. doeS not Urn While UP oiSt moveS Turn the overspeed BRAKE ACTIVATION lever on the doWn overspeed clockwise in the LOCK direction and wait to be are in the air rescued.
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Problem Possible Cause and Solution k) y WARNING! WIRE ROPE MAY BE JAMMED. DO NOT nUSUal OPERATE. ANY ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE HOIST MAY oiSeS coming from CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. oiSt and are in the air Push the emergency stop button. Push the overspeed brake test button and wait to be rescued.
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Problem Possible Cause and Solution m) c WARNING! WIRE ROPE MAY BE JAMMED. DO NOT annot eSet the OPERATE HOIST. verSPeed rake reSet l ever oiSt DO NOT RESET THE OVERSPEED UNTIL: oWer ► You have determined that there is enough wire rope to reach a safe landing surface.
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Daily Inspection Checklist WARNING! Perform all daily test to ensure correct operation! Do NOT use the hoist for lifting loads until it has passed all daily tests. If the hoist fails any test do NOT use the hoist until it is repaired. Part/Function Check for 1 Visual Inspection...
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