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Operation and Maintenance Manual Enerpac RP70A Hydraulic Rail Puller/Stressor Document Number: L4578 Document Revision: C Document Revision Date:23-NOV-2022 Document Language: ENGLISH EN Pull: 70 Tons Stretch: 45 Tons To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand this document before use.
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Enerpac for quality tools, services and solutions. For additional information, visit www.enerpac.com. WARRANTY Refer to the Enerpac Global Warranty document for terms and conditions of the product warranty. Such warranty information can be found at www.enerpac.com. NAMEPLATE AVAILABLE LANGUAGES...
WARNING damage to the product and/or damage to other property. Enerpac cannot be responsible for any damage or injury Failure to observe and comply with the following from unsafe use, lack of maintenance, or incorrect precautions could result in death or serious personal operation.
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If oil is injected under the skin, see a operator. doctor immediately. • Operate RP70A as required to ensure that the load • During assembly the hose must be supported by is moved evenly and at a controlled rate.
2. Transport, Load- 3. Texts and Signs ing and Unloading on the System of the System • Loading and unloading has to be performed by properly trained operators. • Only use lifting and hoisting equipment with suitable capacity for the loads in question. •...
within a hydraulic hose. A common indication of trapped pressure is when mating couplers will not engage or are unusually difficult to engage. Do not apply wrenches or pliers. If couplings will not fully turn, then release system pressure at the external power source that may have been built up.
Clamp close up view STRECHING MODE Figure 3: Major Features and Components of RP70A The rail grips (Figure 2, item 8) are mounted on swing arms (Figure 2, item 9), which are attached to the clamps in a flexible way.
There is a risk of ice accretion at temperatures below 0ºC. If ice has accreted on machine components, they cannot be used since they may lock up. Consult Enerpac if you want to apply the system by Figure 4: Pulling Mode Top View other temperatures.
Can be carried by... Clamp 31 Kg 2 people 13,7 Swing arm 16 kg 1 person 14.2 Hydraulic cylinder 21 kg 1 person 1.57 Extension strip 19 kg 1 person 2722 107.16 6.2 Dimensional Callout Art Figure 6: RP70A Dimensions Doc L4578_c...
Observe the weights and the required number of people immediately from service. to handle the parts as given in Section 6.1 “Table of Contact Enerpac if assistance is required for solving Weights”. The handles have black slide on sleeves for problems.
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• Verify that the arrows on the rail grips point in the direction as shown. NOTE: be careful with lifting the clamp with arms on. When the arms rotate Figure 8: RP70A Couplers Connection unintended, they can drop down Doc L4578_c...
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7.3.4 Pulling configuration • Connect the hydraulic cylinder assemblies to the eyes of the swing arms. • Ensure the connection pins are fully engaged. • Verify that the pins in the fork and clevis ends fit easily without excessive play. 1800 mm •...
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• Ensure that clamp assemblies perpendicular to the rail. WARNING • Connect the hydraulic cylinder assemblies to the eyes of the swing arms. Do not operate if the clamp assemblies are not • Ensure the connection pins are fully engaged. square to the rail.
Long term storage: It is mandatory that the operator has a full understanding Enerpac recommends a dry and closed space. of all instructions, safety precautions and applicable safety regulations before operating any high force hydraulic equipment. If questions or concerns, contact...
• Do not store hoses in direct sunlight; the heat of Make certain that the hydraulic system is not under the sun may cause unexpected raise of pressure. pressure. • Protect hoses against exposure to ozone (released If maintenance has to be executed while the during welding work).
For repair service, contact your nearest Enerpac Authorized Service Center. As required, also refer to the troubleshooting information provided with your hydraulic pump or power unit.
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