General Arrangement ..............................26 Section VI - Decommissioning the Unit .................... 27 Prior to Decommissioning ..............................27 Final Decommissioning and Disposal ..........................27 Recommissioning ................................27 Safety Tests to be Performed at Intervals and After Unusual Incidents................. 27 Operating Instructions: STP01-RRH01-Ex...
Operation in accordance with guidance stated within the operating instructions. • The unit must be maintained in accordance with the maintenance schedule stated within the operating instructions. • Appropriate personal protective equipment, PPE, must be worn at all times. Operating Instructions: STP01-RRH01-Ex...
An onsite risk assessment must then be carried out. WARNING - ANY UNAUTHORISED MODIFICATIONS OR ADDITIONS TO THE UNIT SHALL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY AND STS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE. Safety Regulations for the Operation of the Unit Operator authorisation...
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Servicing and repairs All unit parts and consumables are available from STS. The unit must be fitted with original STS parts and consumables unless otherwise stated. Any deviation from non - original parts and consumables may result in injury to personnel or damage to the unit and will invalidate the warranty.
Electrical cables must be kept dry, clean and be routinely checked as stated in the maintenance procedures. Any cracked or damaged electrical cables must be reported immediately and the unit be put out of service until resolved. Operating Instructions: STP01-RRH01-Ex...
• Use only tension belts or tie-down straps with sufficient strength. WARNING - IMPROPER FASTENING OF THE UNIT DURING TRANSPORT CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS ACCIDENTS IMPORTANT After use, remove supplied lifting strop(s) and/or dee shackles and dispose. Operating Instructions: STP01-RRH01-Ex...
Unit Overview Lifting Point Note: Generic unit shown Function Steering Control Box Brakes Wheels Legs Clamping Band Head Lifting Chains Chassis Polycarbonate Guarding Operating Instructions: STP01-RRH01-Ex...
If applicable, the unit power must be isolated when accessing the front of the unit. Rear of Unit Front of Unit Area 1 Area 2 WARNING - DO NOT STAND UNDERNEATH A RAISED LOAD, WITHIN THE CONFINES OF THE UNIT OR IN FRONT OF THE UNIT DURING OPERATION. Operating Instructions: STP01-RRH01-Ex...
THIS UNIT IS DESIGNED FOR USE ON FLAT AND LEVEL FLOORS ONLY ATEX CERTIFICATION This equipment has been certified by STS for use in Zone 1, 2, 21 and 22 areas for protection under constructional safety “c” and control of ignition source “b”.
(see consumables). Check stainless-steel guards for damage. OPERATORS SHOULD REPORT ANY DEFECTS ON THE UNIT TO THE APPROPRIATE PERSON. IF IN ANY DOUBT, OR SHOULD REPLACEMENT PARTS BE NEEDED, PLEASE CONTACT THE STS TECHNICAL SUPPORT LINE. Operating Instructions: STP01-RRH01-Ex...
The head will remain at its current position when the airline is disconnected. ISOLATE AIR SUPPLY WHEN NOT IN USE Unit Controls Supply Supply Function Lift/Lower Buttons Rotate Buttons Clamp/Unclamp Buttons Emergency Stop Button Clamping Pressure Operating Instructions: STP01-RRH01-Ex...
Always transport loads at as low a height as possible to retain the stability of the unit. • When finished manoeuvring, the rear parking brakes should be engaged. THIS UNIT IS DESIGNED FOR USE ON FLAT AND LEVEL FLOOR ONLY Operating Instructions: STP01-RRH01-Ex...
The unit is safe even if the airline is disconnected during the operation of the unit, the load will simply stay in its current position. The airline can be disconnected to manoeuvre the unit. WARNING – DO NOT LEAVE A RAISED LOAD UNATTENDED Operating Instructions: STP01-RRH01-Ex...
• IMPORTANT – Check the above steps have been completed correctly before you lift the drum off the floor. If you are in any doubt then contact the STS technical support line. • Unclamp the load by pressing the two unclamp buttons. The unclamp function will only work when the two buttons are pressed together.
IMPORTANT – Clamp pressure needle should reach and remain in the correct zone prior to lifting a load. WARNING – DO NOT LEAVE A RAISED LOAD UNATTENDED Operating Instructions: STP01-RRH01-Ex...
147kg where the centre of mass of the load is offset by a distance of 221mm. Note: Generic unit shown WARNING - ROTATING A DRUM WITH A HIGHER OFFSET LOAD IS TREATED AS MISUSE AND MAY DAMAGE THE UNIT. Operating Instructions: STP01-RRH01-Ex...
Clean wheels if required ● ● Chassis and Superstructure Check doors and/or covers for damage ● ● Check labels are legible and complete ● ● Check guarding for damage and visibility, replace if necessary (see ● ● ‘Consumables’ for instructions) Operating Instructions: STP01-RRH01-Ex...
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If applicable, check power drive disconnects when charging ● OPERATORS SHOULD REPORT ANY DEFECTS ON THE UNIT TO THE APPROPRIATE PERSON. IF IN ANY DOUBT, OR SHOULD REPLACMENT PARTS BE NEEDED, PLEASE CONTACT THE STS TECHNICAL SUPPORT LINE. Operating Instructions: STP01-RRH01-Ex...
Check hydraulic oil level Load cannot be lowered (Electrically or pneumatically powered) Possible Cause Action The load exceeds the SWL Reduce mass of load Hydraulic oil level too low Check hydraulic oil level Emergency stop engaged Reset emergency stop button Operating Instructions: STP01-RRH01-Ex...
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Unit cannot be moved (Pneumatically powered power drive units) Possible Cause Action Airline not connected Reconnect airline Emergency stop pressed Reset the emergency stop button Tiller in the vertical or horizontal position Adjust tiller angle to allow unit movement Operating Instructions: STP01-RRH01-Ex...
Touch Up Paint Approved touch up paint should be used on any damaged painted surfaces, the surface should be rust free before painting with a non-aluminium based paint. STS use RAL 5010 for their blue paint. Operating Instructions: STP01-RRH01-Ex...
The clamping pads should be replaced if they show signs of wear or damage. They should also be replaced if the rubber bands become slack within their retaining frame, with regular use this should be at most once per year. These are available from STS. Item Description Qty.
Polycarbonate Guarding Replacement The polycarbonate guarding should be replaced if damaged, cracked or visibility is reduced. These are available from STS. To replace the polycarbonate guard, isolate the unit in a safe area, then proceed as follows: • Remove the four M5 bolts, if applicable, located in each corner and remove the old guard.
Replace the wheels ensuring that the wheel bushes are re-fitted into the wheels prior to re-bolting. Wooden Wooden Block Position Block Position NOTE: VIEW ON UNDERSIDE NOTE: VIEW ON UNDERSIDE WARNING – DO NOT JACK THE UNIT MORE THAN NECESSARY AS UNIT MAY BECOME UNSTABLE Operating Instructions: STP01-RRH01-Ex...
Maximum Length 1740 Mast Height 1980 Maximum Height 2490 Ground Clearance Lift Stroke 1600 Maximum Distance Under Drum 1450 Drum Diameter Clamping Range 250-600 Turning Radius 1700 Leg Length 300kg Max Noise Level 79dBa Net Mass 391kg Operating Instructions: STP01-RRH01-Ex...
For further help contact STS: Technical Support Line: +44 (0) 1736 851050 In the interest of all concerned it is essential that equipment of our manufacture is used only for the purposes for which it has been designed and it must be used in accordance with the instructions which are supplied.
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