Mec FP-190-HH Instruction Manual

Hand held eclip installer/remover

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Melvelle Equipment Corp Pty Ltd
FP-190-HH – HAND HELD E-
CLIP INSTALLER/REMOVER
Address:
Phone: 61 2 49 515 224
Email:
"
Proud Australian Manufacturers"
Melvelle Equipment Corp Pty Ltd
sales@melvelle.com.au
10 Rogilla Close
MARYLAND NSW 2287
AUSTRALIA
Fax: 61 2 49 501 291
Web:
www.melvele.com.au

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  • Page 1 Melvelle Equipment Corp Pty Ltd “ Proud Australian Manufacturers” FP-190-HH – HAND HELD E- CLIP INSTALLER/REMOVER Melvelle Equipment Corp Pty Ltd Address: 10 Rogilla Close MARYLAND NSW 2287 AUSTRALIA Phone: 61 2 49 515 224 Fax: 61 2 49 501 291 Email: sales@melvelle.com.au...
  • Page 2 ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................P: +61 2 4951 5244 F: +61 2 4950 1291 sales@melvelle.com.au www.melvelle.com.au MEC Part Number: MANUAL-190-HH Document Edition: 1.3 Updated Date: 7 Aug 2020 Manual | 190-HH – HAND HELD E-CLIPPER Version: 1.5...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ......................... 9 ERSONAL ROTECTION YMBOLS 3.4..........................10 ROHIBITION YMBOLS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................... 11 INTRODUCTION ............................. 13 SPECIFICATIONS ............................ 14 6.1. FP-190-HH – H ........................ 14 CLIPPER OPERATION ............................15 7.1. O ..........................15 PERATING ONDITIONS 7.2. P ..........................16 PERATION HECKS 7.3.
  • Page 4: Preface

    The information provided within this manual is the sole property of Melvelle Equipment Corporation Pty Ltd (MEC) and as such, reproduction or replication of any material contained within is not allowed without the written consent of MEC. Information provided within this manual assumes:...
  • Page 5: Safety Information

    Isolation Procedures If the training package information conflicts with existing site documentation, then the authorised site and/or end user is to consult with MEC in regards to any possible amendments or modifications required. The following practices and procedures must be adhered to: •...
  • Page 6: Safety Symbols

    3. Safety Symbols The safety symbols and signal words, as shown below, are used to emphasise all operator, maintenance and repair actions which, if not strictly followed, could result in a life-threatening situation, bodily injury or damage to the equipment. 3.1.
  • Page 7: Hazard Warning Signs

    3.2. Hazard Warning Signs This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all instructions to avoid possible injury or death. This is the fire risk symbol. It is used to alert you to the potential of a fire starting if ignition sources are present.
  • Page 8 This is the hot surface symbol. It is used to alert you that the surfaces may be hot. This is the dangerous gases symbol. It is used to alert you to the presence of dangerous gases. This is the fluid under pressure symbol. It is used to alert you that there are fluids under pressure in this machinery.
  • Page 9: Personal Protection Symbols

    3.3. Personal Protection Symbols This is the eye protection symbol. It is used when eye protection must be worn. This is the hearing protection symbol. It is used when hearing protection must be worn. This is the head protection symbol. It is used when head protection must be worn.
  • Page 10: Prohibition Symbols

    This is the face protection symbol. It is used when face protection must be worn. This is the long hair protection symbol. It is used when long hair is required to be contained or restrained. 3.4. Prohibition Symbols This is the naked flame symbol. It is used when there is not to be a fire, naked flame, ignition sources and smoking nearby.
  • Page 11: Safety Precautions

    4. Safety Precautions To ensure safe operation, please read and understand the following statements and their meanings. Also refer to supporting manuals from the engine manufacturer on specific operation and maintenance of the engine. This manual contains safety precautions which are outlined below. Ensure all personnel operating this equipment are properly trained to ensure safe operation Wear personal protective equipment around this machinery.
  • Page 12 Injury can occur through incorrect operation Noise Hazard. of the equipment. Ensure adequate hearing protection is Only operate the equipment for its intended worn whilst using this machinery. use. Failure to do so may result in injury. Manual | 190-HH – HAND HELD E-CLIPPER Version: 1.5...
  • Page 13: Introduction

    5. Introduction Melvelle Equipment Corp Pty Ltd (MEC) has developed a lightweight, hand-held battery powered machine to install and remove Pandrol E-clips. By using Milwaukee tried and tested drill with overload protection, high torque and therefore force can be developed to push clips in, even in tough conditions.
  • Page 14: Specifications

    6. Specifications 6.1. FP-190-HH – Hand Held E-clipper Stroke 107mm Clipping force Weight in operation 14kg Weight without jaws 13kg Time per clip (dependent on condition) 5-30 seconds Sleepers per minute. Dependent on conditions and operator. (Both sides of rail and both 1 complete sleepers clips).
  • Page 15: Operation

    7. Operation Before use of the equipment, be aware of the operating environment and conditions for which the equipment is to be used. Ensure all users are trained to operate the machinery before operation. 7.1. Operating Conditions The following outlines the conditions under which the equipment is intended to be operated: •...
  • Page 16: Pre-Operation Checks

    7.2. Pre-Operation Checks Rail Guides 1. Ensure guides and pads are fitted and not damaged. If damage is found, replace before use. Rail height adjustment 1. Ensure the height adjustment threaded pins are free to move and can be locked off. Jaw Pins 1.
  • Page 17: Machine Set-Up - Jaw Selection

    7.3. Machine set-up – Jaw selection 1. The FP-190-HH clipper uses interchangeable jaws to accommodate different sleeper plates and styles. They are clearly marked with their corresponding plates and one jaw may have various uses. The different jaws account for varying plate length as well as the differences between timber and concrete ties.
  • Page 18 For clipping up concrete sleepers the jaws below are to be used. For clipping timber sleepers the jaws below are to be used. Manual | 190-HH – HAND HELD E-CLIPPER Version: 1.5...
  • Page 19: Operating Procedure - First Clip Setup

    7.4. Operating Procedure – First clip setup 1. Ensure Pre-operational checks and machine set-up have been conducted as per sections 7.2 and 7.3 respectively. 2. Using your right hand grab the main handle. With the drill set to anti-clockwise direction pull the trigger momentarily to open up the jaws.
  • Page 20: Operating Procedure - Clipping/Unclipping

    7.5. Operating Procedure – Clipping/unclipping 1. Ensure Pre-operational checks and machine set- up have been conducted as per sections 7.2, 7.3 and 7.4 respectively. 2. With the machine ready to operate place the machine down onto the clip. Check the pads are in contact with the rail head and side of the rail foot.
  • Page 21: Storage & Transport

    8. Storage & Transport MEC equipment should be stored in a secure, safe, dry location to ensure the equipment is not damaged and maintained in good working order. If possible, machines may be placed onto racks or placed on the ground for storage.
  • Page 22: Maintenance And Care

    Always store the machine in a clean dry space, safe from damage or pilferage • Always use genuine MEC spare parts. Non genuine parts will void the warranty and expose operators to the uncontrolled hazard of component failure. MEC cannot provide quality assurance for non-genuine parts, hence there is a chance they will fail, causing serious injury or death.
  • Page 23: Maintenance Period

    9.1. Maintenance Period REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD Perform at every indicated month or usage, Each Every 12 Every 5 years whichever comes first. months ITEM Rail guides Visual Check Rail height adjustment Visual Check pins. Lubricate Visual check Nylon rail pads Dimensional check Visual Check Jaws...
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    9.2. Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION Ensure correct jaws are fitted Incorrect jaws fitted as per section 7.3 Not fitting over clips Ballast interfering with rail Clear ballast around foot of rail guides Jaws fitted in incorrect Ensure jaws are fitted as per orientation section 7.3 Clips heavily rusted.
  • Page 25: Further Documents

    10. Further Documents Please refer to the further documents within for drawing, risk assessment and other related information. Document # Description Pg. # Risk Assessment 190-395 General Arrangement Manual | 190-HH – HAND HELD E-CLIPPER Version: 1.5...
  • Page 26: Operational Risk Assessment

    10.1. Operational Risk Assessment Manual | 190-HH – HAND HELD E-CLIPPER Version: 1.5...
  • Page 27: Ga Drawings

    10.2. GA Drawings Operation Manual | Braked Machine Manual | 190-HH – HAND HELD E-CLIPPER Trolley Version: 1.5...
  • Page 28 Operation Manual | Braked Machine Manual | 190-HH – HAND HELD E-CLIPPER Trolley Version: 1.5...
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  • Page 32 Operation Manual | Braked Machine Manual | 190-HH – HAND HELD E-CLIPPER Trolley Version: 1.5...

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