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Rack and pinion transport platform PT-450
1.2. General information.
It´s based on the principle of geared motor transmission to a rack and pinion mechanism. Components are
modular and easy to install. It is simple to use and safe for facade work or rehabilitation, significantly
reducing the erection time and man-hours.
This machine has been designed for temporary installation on site, and must be used by skilled authorised
personnel. Its main advantage is the ability to connect different building stories for lifting or lowering
materials and persons in a fast and safe way. Below, please find the main points to bear in mind prior to
erection and use of the machine.
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The hoist is designed (CE-model) for transsporting persons and loads, in open cage, travelling with
a minimum gap of 0,5 m. from supporting struture, and vertical speed limited to 12 m/min. When
using for transport of persons, cage control will be with "hold-to-run" pushbuttons. Platform also
can be used for transporting loads, with exterior control board (ground) and increased speed to 20
m/min. In each case follow the conditions of use stated in this manual.
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The machine runs vertically, geared to the mast rack and guided with support rollers.
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Machine operation must be carried out by appointed personnel trained in transport platform
operation, and the instructions to operate the machine safely.
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Travelling on the hoist is allowed only for authorized passengers, instructed by the operator
appointed to management of the platform.
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For erection, dismantling, maintenance and repair tasks, only competent and authorised technical
personnel, trained and qualified with practical experience on said operations, are allowed to travel
on the hoist.
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The transpor platform enables a mode of operation from the outside as hoist only for loads. When
using as hoist for loads, loading and unloading operations must be performed by instruded people.
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The machine is designed to tie at appropriate intervals to a supporting structure, as the slabs of the
floors of a building, an metallic structure or similar. AMG include in this user´s manual all the
information regarding to reaction forces to the structure and to the base ground. It is the
responsibility of the responsible technicians on site, to ensure that, both supporting structure and
base ground support transmited loads.
WARNING SYMBOLS:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DURING INSTALLATION OR OPERATION IS TO
BE ENTERED IN TEXT BOXES LIKE THIS, INCLUDING THE WARNING SIGN.
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DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE
Rev.1.0
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