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USER'S MANUAL
Personnel Hoist
SEH-6000 MS
Document: 98040102-EN - Rev.06

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  • Page 1 USER’S MANUAL Personnel Hoist SEH-6000 MS Document: 98040102-EN - Rev.06...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    THINGS TO CONSIDER UPON RESALE OF THE MACHINE ..........6 WARRANTY ......................... 8 FRACO standard warranty: ....................8 FRACO retailer warranty program: ................... 9 INTENDED USE AND APPLICATION................10 CONSEQUENCES OF NON-INTENDED USE OF THE EQUIPMENT ......10 USER DEFINITIONS AND TRAINING REQUIREMENT ..........11 SAFETY ..........................
  • Page 4 Personnel hoist SAFETY NOTES ......................54 OPERATION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...............55 RULES FOR OCCUPANTS (RIDERS) ................56 RULES FOR LOADING AND UNLOADING THE CAR ..........56 SAFETY INSPECTION ....................57 8.5.1 BEFORE BEGINNING WORK: ....................57 8.5.2 THE CAR WILL STOP IMMEDIATELY IF: ................57 8.5.3 THE CAR WILL NOT MOVE IF: ....................58 CONTROLS ........................59 8.6.1 CONTROLS AVAILABLE ......................59...
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  • Page 6: Preface

    Canada, J3L 6B6 (450) 658-0094 / www.fraco.com : The term « FRACO » in this document refers to the company « FRACO products Ltd. » NOTE and its subsidiaries. All drawings and illustrations in this document are for information purposes only.

  • Page 7: Manual Content

    Personnel hoist 1.3 MANUAL CONTENT This USER’S MANUAL communicates important and necessary information to work efficiently and economically with the machine. It includes important safety and operation instructions. This manual assumes that the machine is equipped with all available options. As soon as the machine is delivered and before any normal operation with the machine, this manual must be read carefully and fully understood.

  • Page 8: Who Must Read This Manual

    • This manual is not a repair manual. You will not find any information regarding repair instructions in this manual. In case of need, contact your Fraco representative for additional support. 1.3.4 THINGS TO CONSIDER UPON RESALE OF THE MACHINE If you consider selling the machine, it is most important that you forward every original document to the buyer.
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  • Page 10: Warranty

    Fraco reserves the right in determining the course of action that is to be followed in the correction of affected parts in accordance to Fraco's warranty procedures.

  • Page 11: Fraco Retailer Warranty Program

    2.2 FRACO retailer warranty program: • Parts: Retailers who have the ability to honor warranties on behalf of FRACO Product Ltd. will be required to identify and retain all replaced parts as described within Fraco’s warranty procedures. • Labor: The work performed by an authorized FRACO dealer will be in accordance with the Fraco warranty procedures.

  • Page 12: Intended Use And Application

    Personnel hoist 3. INTENDED USE AND APPLICATION The Fraco SEH-6000 MS is a personal hoist intended for temporary use on buildings or structures. The machine is intended for the transport of a certain number of persons or materials to exit the car at designated and secured landings.

  • Page 13: User Definitions And Training Requirement

    Personnel hoist 3.2 USER DEFINITIONS AND TRAINING REQUIREMENT This manual is meant for all USERS (OPERATORS, INSTALLER and MAINTENANCE PERSONEL) trained and authorized to use and operate Fraco SEH personal hoist. USERS (DEFINITIONS): • An OPERATOR (operation personnel) must be a person who can guarantee safe use and appropriate handling of the machine based on their training, knowledge, and practical experience.

  • Page 14: Safety

    Personnel hoist 4. SAFETY 4.1 GENERAL SAFETY The machine is built according to the current status of technology and engineering principles and is safe to operate. However, due to different stages of work, the machine has parts and areas that cannot be protected without impairing the function and operating capacity of the unit.
  • Page 15 Personnel hoist • Immediately remedy faults that could impact safety. • Only use the machine in a technically fault-free condition; use in a safety and risk-conscious manner while observing this User’s manual. • Immediately shutdown the machine if there are safety-relevant changes to the unit or its operating behavior.

  • Page 16: Installation And Transport Safety Awareness

    • NEVER STAND OR WORK BENEATH THE CAR, without using an official FRACO safety locking device. Access under the hoist is permitted for installation purposes and only with the condition that the hoist is unloaded and is completely locked from moving, sitting at MAX 2"...

  • Page 17: Maintenance Safety Awareness

    (98040203-EN) and under supervision of a trained and authorized installer designated by the owner/user. • The Fraco hoist and mast structure must be installed so that it is leveled, stable, and anchored to the building/structure. The User must perform a daily inspection. Refer to the DAILY...

  • Page 18: Requirements

    SECTION 1.2. DOCUMENTS AND STANDARDS, ON PAGE 4 with mesh, panel and doors of matching dimensions as provided by FRACO. If the machine is installed in a location accessible to the public, access to the working zone by unauthorized persons must be restrained.
  • Page 19 Personnel hoist REMEMBER: • (Customer duty) Local rules and regulations may always require that the car be equipped with a fire extinguisher. Its location must be displayed in the car so that it is readily available when needed. • In case of FIRE: Remain calm and notify all persons in the hoist and surrounding area of the situation.

  • Page 20: Residual Risks

    Personnel hoist 4.7 RESIDUAL RISKS Promoting use of user's manuals: The User manual is used as part of an owner’s/user’s method and risk assessment to ensure safe operational procedures. This refers to instructions that the owner/user delivers within the context of his management rights.
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  • Page 22: Technical Data

    -20°C LEGEND: ( * ) Due to special requirements, the Fraco engineering department must be contacted for mast installation heights above 650 ft (198 m). With the appropriate Fraco engineering approval, the installation may go up to 1300 ft (397 m).
  • Page 23 Personnel hoist Table 2 – WIND SPEEDS USCS DYNAMIC WIND SPEED MAXIMUM(s) AND OPERATING CONDITION ( 3 seconds gust wind ) ( * ) MAX Installation wind speed ( * ) 28 mph ( * ) 45 km/h (ASSEMBLY/DISASSEMBLY) ( * ) MAX Operational wind speed ( * ) 45 mph ( * ) 72 km/h (NORMAL OPERATION)
  • Page 24 Personnel hoist Table 4 - DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS USCS DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 57 in 1448 mm _Car Width (Internal) ( * ) 138 in ( * ) 3505 mm Car Length-1 - (10'-6") (Internal) ( * ) 150 in ( * ) 3810 mm Car Length-2 - (11'-6") (Internal) ( * ) 162 in ( * ) 4115 mm...
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  • Page 26: Technical Configuration

    Personnel hoist 5.2 TECHNICAL CONFIGURATION 5.2.1 GENERAL VIEW Figure 5.2.1A User’s manual Page 24 of 90 Doc: 98040102-EN - Rev.06...
  • Page 27 Personnel hoist DESCRIPTION ① Ground protection enclosure ② Ground enclosure landing door ③ Ground service panel (AL0) ④ Cable trolley ⑤ Hoist car ⑥ Electric brake resistor bank ⑦ Motor pack ⑧ Rooftop service panel (AS2) ⑨ Rooftop area guardrails ⑩...

  • Page 28: General Dimensions

    Personnel hoist 5.3 GENERAL DIMENSIONS 5.3.1 SINGLE CAR (SINGLE UNIT) These dimensions are based on the main standard dimension option for this model (Refer to length-3 listed within 4 - DIMENSIONS AND ABLE ). Other standard dimensions are available as WEIGHTS, ON PAGE 22 selectable options upon purchase.
  • Page 29 Personnel hoist SINGLE-CAR HOIST DIMENSIONS Figure 5.3.1A User’s manual Page 27 of 90 Doc: 98040102-EN - Rev.06...

  • Page 30: Twin-Car (Dual Unit)

    Personnel hoist 5.3.2 TWIN-CAR (DUAL UNIT) These dimensions are based on the main standard dimension option for this model (Refer to length-3 listed within 4 - DIMENSIONS AND ABLE ). Other standard dimensions are available as WEIGHTS, ON PAGE 22 selectable options upon purchase.
  • Page 31 Personnel hoist TWIN-CAR HOIST DIMENSIONS Figure 5.3.2A User’s manual Page 29 of 90 Doc: 98040102-EN - Rev.06...

  • Page 32: Doors And Access Points

    • Side “D” is the side of the mast. Figure 5.4A • FRACO SEH personnel hoists are provided with a ground/pit enclosure. • Each landing(s) serviced by the personnel hoist, must be equipped with a HOISTWAY DOOR (LANDING DOOR). Note: Multiple door options (size and design) are available upon purchase.

  • Page 33: Hoist External Components

    Personnel hoist 5.5 HOIST EXTERNAL COMPONENTS This section displays the main components from the car assembly. Figure 5.5A User’s manual Page 31 of 90 Doc: 98040102-EN - Rev.06...

  • Page 34: Power Unit

    Personnel hoist 5.6 POWER UNIT This section displays the main components of the power unit. Figure 5.6A User’s manual Page 32 of 90 Doc: 98040102-EN - Rev.06...
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  • Page 36: Ground Enclosure

    Personnel hoist 5.7 GROUND ENCLOSURE This section displays the main components of the ground enclosure. Figure 5.7A User’s manual Page 34 of 90 Doc: 98040102-EN - Rev.06...
  • Page 37 Personnel hoist GROUND ENCLOSURE DOOR WITH LIMIT SWITCH A ground enclosure door is installed to secure the access to the pit area of the ground enclosure from unauthorized access at the ground level. ①), that monitors The ground enclosure door shall be equipped with an electrical limit switch (ITEM the position of the door (OPEN or CLOSED).

  • Page 38: Hoistway Door (Landing Door)

    Personnel hoist 5.8 HOISTWAY DOOR (LANDING DOOR) Hoistway doors, located at every landing serviced by the hoist, may be opened either from the hoistway or landing side in compliance with the regulations of the local authorities having jurisdiction. ①) that These doors are equipped with a spring-loaded mechanical lock and a limit switch (ITEM prevents the normal operation of the hoist unless all the hoistway doors are in the closed and locked...
  • Page 39 Personnel hoist HOISTWAY DOOR WITH MECHANICAL LOCK (WITHOUT LIMIT SWITCH) The use of landing door with no limit switch door closure detection may be allowed under specific condition. Always refer to the local authorities having jurisdiction to learn if mechanical lock landing doors are permitted.

  • Page 40: Regulatory Individual Tie-Off Points

    Tie-off locations are individual and limited to the attachment of one (1) worker each. Tie-off points designed by Fraco are the only locations approved to attach a fall arrest safety harness to the personnel hoist. Figure 5.9A User’s manual Page 38 of 90 Doc: 98040102-EN - Rev.06...

  • Page 41: Data Plates And Stickers

    5.10 DATA PLATES AND STICKERS Always make sure that all data plates and stickers are clean, legible, and in good condition. If the plates and/or stickers are missing, damaged or illegible, they must be replaced. Contact your Fraco representative to get replacements.
  • Page 42 Personnel hoist DATA PLATE LOCATED INSIDE THE CAR Figure 5.10.1B User’s manual Page 40 of 90 Doc: 98040102-EN - Rev.06...

  • Page 43: Stickers And Warning Signs

    Personnel hoist 5.10.2 STICKERS AND WARNING SIGNS The following content may be slightly different. Additional sign(s) and decal(s) may be provided in compliance with regulations of local authorities having jurisdiction. You must treat these additional decals and plates with the same regard as the ones mentioned in this manual. It is important to have them replaced without delay if any are missing, damaged, or illegible.

  • Page 44: Documentation Compartment

    Personnel hoist 5.11 DOCUMENTATION COMPARTMENT Documentation (manuals and inspection sheets) must be stored in the weatherproof box located inside the car. This box may be located on one of the interior car panels. Make sure all the necessary documentation, such as this user manual is stored inside the document holder and readily available.

  • Page 45: Car Lights

    Personnel hoist 5.12 CAR LIGHTS The car is always equipped with a set of one (1) or two (2) lights, controlled from the car operator control panel AS3. The amount of light fixtures depends on the space available inside the car. •...

  • Page 46: Rooftop Access Hatch And Ladder

    Personnel hoist 5.13 ROOFTOP ACCESS HATCH AND LADDER Authorized personnel, including installation and maintenance personnel, may require access to the rooftop of the car. This is possible through the roof hatch and ladder. Only access the rooftop if all guardrails are installed. If not, then a safety harness is required to be worn and attached to one individual valid tie-off point.
  • Page 47 Personnel hoist • Attach the ladder into position at the location of the roof hatch. Figure 5.13B • ①) on the From inside the car, open the roof hatch using the triangular security key (ITEM hatch lock (ITEM ②). Push the roof hatch upward on its hinge and ascend the ladder to access the rooftop.

  • Page 48: Transport

    Personnel hoist 6. TRANSPORT The car must be transported by competent and experienced persons, able to operate the lifting equipment having the required lifting capacity. Reference the Parts Book (98030864-EN/FR) to learn more about the weight and dimensions of the components. 6.1 INSPECTION UPON DELIVERY •...

  • Page 49: Lifting With A Crane

    • The car by itself, empty with no guardrail or power unit installed may be lifted with a crane. Individuals need to receive proper rigging training. Fraco is not a provider of certified rigging training. The instructions and advice on this page do not replace an official rigging training but must still be followed to ensure safe rigging operation.

  • Page 50: Installation Data

    Personnel hoist 7. INSTALLATION DATA This section of the manual IS NOT AN INSTALLATION GUIDE but a simple list of reminders, recommendations, and requirements to respect, relative to the assembly/disassembly of the machine. Detailed instructions about assembly/disassembly are available in the Installation &...

  • Page 51: Ground Requirements

    Personnel hoist 7.2 GROUND REQUIREMENTS Always refer to the ENGINEERING PACKAGE specific to the project for instructions and requirements regarding the use of a ground base and its foundation. • The base must always be resting on top of a concrete slab foundation. •...

  • Page 52: Local Load Transferred To The Ground

    Personnel hoist 7.3 LOCAL LOAD TRANSFERRED TO THE GROUND 7.3.1 LOCAL LOAD UNDER MAST To learn about the forces transferred to the ground by personnel hoist and its mast, refer to the ENGINEERING PACKAGE and project layout specific to your project. (Oil buffer configuration shown for reference only.

  • Page 53: Mast Tie And Anchor Forces Distributions

    Personnel hoist 7.4 MAST TIE AND ANCHOR FORCES DISTRIBUTIONS The mast tie and anchor plates are one of the most important structural components of the hoist support structure. The integrity and efficiency of the ties must be checked frequently while a hoist is installed.

  • Page 54: Electrical System

    Personnel hoist 7.5 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM The SEH unit is highly customizable, so the electrical wiring may vary from project to project depending on the drive configuration and multiple factors. ➢ General wiring is supported by the Electrical schematic (FSUAXXX15-0021-2 MOTORS ➢...

  • Page 55: Self-Erecting Device (Optional)

    The Self-erecting device is an optional accessory available upon purchase. It is used to hoist mast sections from inside the car, through the roof hatch during installation. Only a Fraco factory supplied self-erecting jib shall be used during installation or dismantle applications to hoist one mast section at a time through the rooftop hatch opening.

  • Page 56: Operation

    Personnel hoist 8. OPERATION 8.1 SAFETY NOTES • IMPORTANT! Reference SECTION 4.1. GENERAL SAFETY, ON PAGE 12 for general safety instructions and safety-related information. • The operator is responsible for the safe operation of the unit, safety of riders, safety of transported materials and ensuring rules compliance.

  • Page 57: Operation Safety Instructions

    Personnel hoist • At the end of each work shift or end of day, the car must be left in an OUT OF SERVICE POSITION, at the ground level or any other predetermined parking location and secured against unauthorized access to the car. •...

  • Page 58: Rules For Occupants (Riders)

    Personnel hoist • Always subtract the load of the persons present on the car from the maximum load: Average weight per person is 200 lbs (90.7 kg). Weight of personnel equipment must also be taken into consideration. • Always respect the capacity plate indicating the MAXIMUM NUMBER OF PASSENGERS and the MAXIMUM RATED LOAD.

  • Page 59: Safety Inspection

    Personnel hoist 8.5 SAFETY INSPECTION 8.5.1 BEFORE BEGINNING WORK: • Fill out the DAILY INSPECTION FORM (copy available in the APPENDIX section of this manual). Multiple copies should always be stored in the documentation compartment and are available within the SEH maintenance logbook. •...

  • Page 60: The Car Will Not Move If

    Personnel hoist 8.5.3 THE CAR WILL NOT MOVE IF: • An EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON is activated. • A car door is unlocked (opened). • A landing door (with limit switch-optional) is unlocked (opened) • (Optional) If the ground enclosure is provided with a secondary maintenance access door. The maintenance door with limit switch is open.

  • Page 61: Controls

    Personnel hoist 8.6 CONTROLS 8.6.1 CONTROLS AVAILABLE Control boxes, panels, and remotes are listed below and are located as stated: NAME LOCATION • Ground service panel (AL0) At ground level outside the enclosure • Car operator control panel (AS3) Inside the car •...

  • Page 62: Ground Service Panel (Al0)

    Personnel hoist 8.6.2 GROUND SERVICE PANEL (AL0) Due to risk of electrical shock, this panel shall only be opened by trained, competent, and authorized personnel. Figure 8.6.2A User’s manual Page 60 of 90 Doc: 98040102-EN - Rev.06...
  • Page 63 Personnel hoist GROUND SERVICE PANEL (AL0) Refer to figure 8.6.2A Item Description Emergency Stop push button, ① (push and turn release action knob) ② Ground Safety status light (green indicator light) ③ Reset GFCI push button (red indicator light) Bypass Buffers key switch – 2 position key latch selector ④...

  • Page 64: Car Operator Control Panel (As3)

    Personnel hoist 8.6.3 CAR OPERATOR CONTROL PANEL (AS3) Due to risk of electrical shock, this panel shall only be opened by trained, competent, and authorized personnel. Figure 8.6.3A User’s manual Page 62 of 90 Doc: 98040102-EN - Rev.06...
  • Page 65 These may be retrofitted on the panel by a technician using the OVERLOAD SENSOR MODIFICATION provided by Fraco. PROTOCOL User’s manual Page 63 of 90...

  • Page 66: Rooftop Car Service Panel (As2)

    Personnel hoist 8.6.4 ROOFTOP CAR SERVICE PANEL (AS2) Due to risk of electrical shock, this panel shall only be opened by trained, competent, and authorized personnel. Figure 8.6.4A User’s manual Page 64 of 90 Doc: 98040102-EN - Rev.06...
  • Page 67 Personnel hoist CAR ROOFTOP SERVICE PANEL (AS2) Refer to figure 8.6.4A Item Description Main Switch handle – “ON/OFF” latch selector ① Emergency Stop push button, ② (push and turn release action knob) Roof Control Selector switch – 2 positions latch selector ③...

  • Page 68: Universal Remote Controller (Drc2)

    Personnel hoist 8.6.5 UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROLLER (DRC2) A test must be performed on the safety device after each new installation and during quarterly inspections, known commonly as the DROP TEST. A remote control is required to perform a DROP TEST. The drop test remote controller is used only by INSTALLATION and MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL.
  • Page 69 Personnel hoist UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROLLER DRC2 Refer to figure 8.6.5A Item Description Drop, two (2) positions spring-return selector switch ① (or button) (yellow indicator light) Emergency stop press button, ② (push and turn release action knob) ③ Enable, black press button ④...

  • Page 70: Emergency Stop Buttons

    Personnel hoist 8.6.6 EMERGENCY STOP BUTTONS Operator control panels are equipped with an emergency stop button. ①) may be pressed at any time when a situation requires the The emergency stop button (ITEM IMMEDIATE STOP of the personnel hoist movement. Once the source of the problem has been resolved, turn the red knob following the direction of the markings on its face to reset the emergency stop button.

  • Page 71: Car Door Interlock And Lock Systems

    Personnel hoist 8.6.7 CAR DOOR INTERLOCK AND LOCK SYSTEMS ①), controlling the locking and unlocking of The car is equipped with an interlock system (ITEM doors depending on the car position along the hoistway. To enable car operation 2 conditions must be fulfilled regarding the doors. 1.

  • Page 72: Level Detection Limit Switch

    Personnel hoist 8.6.8 LEVEL DETECTION LIMIT SWITCH The personnel hoist is equipped with level detection limit switches. These switches are activated by LEVEL DETECTOR PADS installed along the mast. Figure 8.6.8A Item Description ① LS2 AUTO STOP ② LS11 STOP HIGH ③...

  • Page 73: Spring Buffer Detection Limit Switch (Optional)

    Personnel hoist 8.6.9 SPRING BUFFER DETECTION LIMIT SWITCH (OPTIONAL) The personnel hoist may be provided with OIL BUFFER or SPRING BUFFER. Oil buffers come equipped with an activation detection mean by default, while the spring buffers require the addition of a buffer activation sensor. This additional spring buffer activation detector consists of a limit switch installed on the mast Figure 8.6.9A Item...

  • Page 74: Operating The Personnel Hoist

    Personnel hoist 8.7 OPERATING THE PERSONNEL HOIST 8.7.1 BEFORE OPERATING THE PERSONNEL HOIST The travel detector pads must be installed properly to ensure that the car travel path and landing locations are correct according to the installation layout. • All car door(s) must be closed and locked (by means of the blue car door unlock/lock selector on the AS3 panel).
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  • Page 76: Operating The Personnel Hoist

    Personnel hoist 8.7.2 OPERATING THE PERSONNEL HOIST In NORMAL operation mode: The READY green light at the car operator control panel must be lit to enable operation of the unit. • TO DRIVE THE CAR UP On the CAR OPERATOR CONTROL PANEL (AS3), move the joystick in the UPWARD direction for the car to begin traveling UP Moving the joystick in the UPWARD direction to the SECOND POSITION (UP FAST) allows the car to travel at FULL SPEED and to automatically bypass floor landing levels.
  • Page 77 Personnel hoist Figure 8.7.2A User’s manual Page 75 of 90 Doc: 98040102-EN - Rev.06...

  • Page 78: Operation From The Top Of Car (Service Mode)

    Personnel hoist 8.7.3 OPERATION FROM THE TOP OF CAR (SERVICE MODE) In SERVICE operation mode: Authorized personnel are allowed to control the personnel hoist from the roof top. FOR INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, and TEST PURPOSES ONLY. To enable any operation from the roof top, ensure that the READY indicator light is turned ON.

  • Page 79: Shutting Down The Unit At The End Of A Work Shift

    Personnel hoist 8.7.4 SHUTTING DOWN THE UNIT AT THE END OF A WORK SHIFT Once a work shift is over, proceed as described below to shut down the unit: Lower the personnel hoist to ground level and unload any remaining material from the car. ①) to the “OFF”...

  • Page 80: Interruption, Power Failure

    Example: A door might simply not be closed. If the RESET GF red push button lights up often and for any reasons other than a power failure, call your Fraco service provider for additional support. Figure 8.7.5A User’s manual...
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  • Page 82: Emergency Descent Procedure (E.d.p)

    Personnel hoist 8.8 EMERGENCY DESCENT PROCEDURE (E.D.P) In case of malfunction of the machine preventing a safe travel, or in case of a motor failure of the personnel hoist, trained and authorized personnel may proceed to an emergency descent. This procedure allows the users to lower the personnel hoist manually permitting a safe exit.
  • Page 83 9. Once the car has been lowered to the next safe exit level, place levers back into their original position, evacuate the personnel hoist. 10. Contact maintenance personnel or your local Fraco representative to have the unit repaired. The emergency descent procedure is a feature required for an emergency only.

  • Page 84: Safety Device Activation

    Personnel hoist 8.9 SAFETY DEVICE ACTIVATION In case of a free fall or the downward travel speed reaches the safety device (overspeed device) tripping speed, the personnel hoist is brought to a complete stop by its EMERGENCY SAFETY DEVICE. The emergency safety device (ITEM ①) is a centrifugal brake equipped with a speed governor capable of detecting a predetermined tripping speed and triggering a smooth braking of the...

  • Page 85: Faults, Causes & Corrections

    For more specific faults, causes, correction instructions, refer to your Fraco representative and verify if a troubleshooting guide may be provided to support your unit specification.

  • Page 86: Maintenance Control Program (M.c.p)

    3-Year Maintenance Some of the scheduled maintenance are required by local personnel hoist regulations at designated periods, although Fraco reserves the right to suggest more frequent maintenance of specific components. Also keep in mind that there could be additional local regulations requiring that maintenance and tests be carried out more frequently by the authorities having jurisdiction.

  • Page 87: General Maintenance Warnings

    Tie-off locations are limited to the attachment of one (1) worker each. • Tie-off points designed by Fraco are the only locations approved to attach a fall arrest safety harness to the personnel hoist. The rack may need to be lubricated more often if the work shifts exceed 40 hours per week, or if extreme environmental conditions are present, or when using the automatic lubrication device.

  • Page 88: Daily/Shift Maintenance

    Personnel hoist DAILY and WEEKLY maintenance, visual inspections, and tests may be performed by a trained and authorized operators and the inspection forms available within this USER’S MANUAL INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL. OTHER PERIODIC MAINTENANCE (MONTHLY, QUARTERLY, ANNUAL, AND THREE YEARS) shall be performed by a trained and authorized mechanic, that is not the primary operator of the unit, a supervisor of the operator that has been trained, or maintenance personnel.

  • Page 89: Monthly (120 Hours) Maintenance

    Personnel hoist 10.4. MONTHLY (120 HOURS) MAINTENANCE Important! The monthly (120 h) maintenance shall be performed by trained and authorized mechanics only. Such maintenance personnel shall use the Installation & maintenance manual for guidelines and fill the according maintenance report form. Copies of the report form are available within the &...

  • Page 90: Three (3) Year Maintenance

    Personnel hoist 10.7. THREE (3) YEAR MAINTENANCE Important! The 3 years maintenance shall be performed by trained and authorized mechanics. Such maintenance personnel shall use the Installation & maintenance manual for guidelines and fill the according maintenance report forms. • 3 years safety device replacement form •...

  • Page 91: Machine Disposal

    Personnel hoist 11. MACHINE DISPOSAL Correctly dismantle the equipment and dispose of it according to the effective local regulations. Respect the following guidelines when disposing of equipment parts/elements: • Drain oil/grease and dispose in an eco-friendly manner. • Recycle metallic parts. •...

  • Page 92: Appendix

    Personnel hoist APPENDIX User’s manual Page 90 of 90 Doc: 98040102-EN - Rev.06...
  • Page 93 Safety Requirements for Personnel hoists and Employee Elevators on Construction and Demolition sites Guideline for Maintenance Logs – Construction Hoist ② CSA Z185-M87 Safety code for personnel Hoists ③ TSSA DR 256/12 ④ BY MANUFACTURER (Fraco) ✓ Location DAILY Items to inspect Reference WIND (Exterior installation only) Make sure that the wind speeds do not exceed Maximums listed below.
  • Page 94 Safety Requirements for Personnel hoists and Employee Elevators on Construction and Demolition sites Guideline for Maintenance Logs – Construction Hoist ② CSA Z185-M87 Safety code for personnel Hoists ③ TSSA DR 256/12 ④ BY MANUFACTURER (Fraco) ✓ Location DAILY Items to inspect Reference USER’S MANUAL Confirm that there is a copy of the SEH User’s manual in the documentation...
  • Page 95 Personnel Hoist (SEH) Daily/Shift Inspection Report Perform prior to all work shifts ✓ = in good order/compliant = defect/not compliant N/A = not applicable ✓ Location WEEKLY items to inspects, that may be done as part of the daily TRIAL RUN Test – Perform a FULL TRIAL RUN from the rooftop location. •...
  • Page 96 Personnel Hoist (SEH) Weekly (40 h) Inspection Report Perform once a week, or each 40 hours, whichever comes first Date: Owner (Company): Site (name and address): (YYYY / MM / DD) Time: ( hour Hourmeter : ( Installation No.: Contractor (installation / maintenance) Hoist Type: Unit Serial No.: Manufacturing year:...

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