Designation: Construction hoist for transporting material and persons (for temporary use in non-public areas by authorised persons) Type: MULTILIFT P12 Serial number: 21M... / 23M... / 000405... Year of construction: Refer to name plate on the machine is in compliance with all pertinent provisions of the following directives at the time of being put on the market.
MULTILIFT P12 Table of contents Table of contents General information Information on the operating manual Abbreviations Identification data Manufacturer's name and address Information about the author and industrial property rights Patents Information for the employer Intended use 1.8.1 Assembly, service/maintenance specialist 1.8.2...
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Table of contents MULTILIFT P12 4.3.4.4 “FLEXY” landing level safety gate 4.3.4.5 Landing level double doors 4.3.5 Ground control 4.3.6 Landing level modules 4.3.6.1 Landing level module with stop 4.3.7 Car controls 4.3.7.1 Control without landing level pre-selection 4.3.7.2 Control with landing level pre-selection 4.3.8...
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Table of figures Table of figures Fig. 1: Dimensions of car Fig. 2: Startup Fig. 3: Overview Multilift P12 Fig. 4: Base enclosure Fig. 5: Vertical sliding door Fig. 6: Vertical sliding door Fig. 7: Vertical sliding door from outside Fig.
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Table of figures MULTILIFT P12 Fig. 48: Control in the car Fig. 49: Control with landing level pre-selection Fig. 50: Overload indicator Fig. 51: Door interlock Fig. 52: Recall function, car control Fig. 53: Recall function, ground control Fig. 54: Cover plate on the side panel Fig.
MULTILIFT P12 General information General information Information on the operating manual This operating manual is an essential aid to operating the machine successfully and hazard-free (refer to chapter 2.1 Residual risks, page 17). This operating manual contains important instructions on how to operate the machine safely, correctly and efficiently.
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General information MULTILIFT P12 You will come across a series of illustrations and symbols while reading this manual. These are intended to help you navigate and understand this manual. The different meanings are explained below. Text format Meaning Bold type...
MULTILIFT P12 General information DANGER Type and source of the hazard: Danger to life Consequence: Death/serious injury Probability: imminent Measure for preventing the hazard WARNING Type and source: Risk of injury Consequence: Serious injury Probability: possible Measure for avoiding...
> greater than gal. gallons < less than kip. kilopound ± plus/minus Identification data Machine type: GEDA MULTILIFT P12 Serial number: 21M... / 23M... / 000405... Year of construction: Refer to name plate Documentation version: 2023-04 BL105 GB 2023-04...
Violations are an offence and incur an obligation to pay compensation. All rights to exercise industrial property rights are reserved by GEDA . Patents Some components in our machines are protected by patent rights. To find out how to request information about these, refer to http://www.geda.de/...
This training must be documented and repeated at regular intervals. The legally permissible minimum age must be observed! Intended use The MULTILIFT P12 is a vertically installed rack and pinion hoist for temporary use on construction sites • that may only be operated by instructed and authorised site personnel •...
• observe national rules and regulations. 1.8.3 Improper use The MULTILIFT P12 • is not designed for permanent installation • must not be set up to be free-standing (without anchoring) • must not be operated by persons without instruction on the machine or by children The persons must be familiar with the operating manual.
MULTILIFT P12 General safety information General safety information The machine has been designed and built according to the state of the art and recognised safety rules. Nevertheless, hazards for personnel or third parties and/or damage to machinery and other tangible assets can occur during use, e.g. if the machine: •...
General safety information MULTILIFT P12 Safety instructions for operating personnel The operating manual must be kept within reach at all times at the location where the machine is used. The machine may only be used in a technically flawless condition, in...
MULTILIFT P12 General safety information Safety instructions for transport Immediately report transport damage and/or missing parts to the supplier. During transport tasks, wear a safety helmet, safety shoes and protective gloves! Never walk below suspended loads! Only use appropriate, standardised and tested lifting devices (forklifts, cranes) and load attachment gear (lifting beam, round slings, lifting straps, rope slings, chains) for transport at the assembly site.
General safety information MULTILIFT P12 Safety instructions for operation Only operate the machine in accordance with the operating manual, when it is in full working order, and in a safety and hazard- conscious manner. If work is interrupted, switch the machine off at the main switch and secure it with a padlock against being switched on again.
MULTILIFT P12 General safety information Safety instructions for maintenance and troubleshooting Operating personnel must be informed about how to carry out special work and repair work before starting. Deadlines that are stipulated or stated in the maintenance manual for recurring tests/inspections must be adhered to.
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General safety information MULTILIFT P12 Do not make any changes, additions or modifications to the machine. This also applies to the installation and adjustment of safety devices such as limit switches. Immediately replace damaged or detached information and warning signs, as well as safety labels.
MULTILIFT P12 General safety information Safety when working on the electric system If there are faults on the electrical system of the machine, it must be shut down immediately using the main switch and secured with a padlock or the mains plug must be disconnected!
Technical data MULTILIFT P12 Technical data Operating and environmental conditions The machine may only be operated when the following operating and environmental conditions are adhered to: • Storage in dry rooms, in order to prevent corrosion. • No jolts or vibrations.
MULTILIFT P12 Technical data Atmosphere at the location of use during material transport When transporting material, this must not lead to a concentration of abrasive/corrosive substances and of explosive fine dusts. If this cannot be safely excluded, the corrosion protection and/or the functional reliability of the electrical components must be checked at regular intervals and they should, if necessary, be replaced.
Technical data MULTILIFT P12 Speeds Lifting speed Operation max. 40 m/min Safety gear FV 38-38 Triggering speed 48 m/min Gravitational acceleration in the < 1 g car for EMERGENCY OFF Heights Access height (threshold level) With cable bin 0.45 m With cable trolley 0.97 m...
MULTILIFT P12 Technical data Load capacity, dimensions and weights Car dimensions Fig. 1: Dimensions of car MULTILIFT P12 External dimensions (VARIO- Internal Mast) dimensions (dimensions in m) Car A 2.23 2.22 2.40 2.66 2.76 2.19 2.00 1.35 Car B 2.81 2.22...
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Technical data MULTILIFT P12 Weights: base unit with car and cable box (30 m flat cable) Weights: with enclosure Car A 2186 kg Car B 2378 kg Car C 2535 kg Car D 2335 kg Flat cable Length Weight 25 m 12.2 kg...
MULTILIFT P12 Technical data 3.6.1 Car A Load capacity Operation max. 1500 kg / 12 passengers 1420 kg + 1 1340 kg + 2 1260 kg + 3 1180 kg + 4 1100 kg + 5 1020 kg + 6...
Technical data MULTILIFT P12 3.6.3 Car C Load capacity Operation max. 1000 kg / 12 persons 920 kg + 1 840 kg + 2 760 kg + 3 680 kg + 4 600 kg + 5 520 kg + 6...
3.6.4 Car D Restrictions The MULTILIFT P12 with car "D" • is available only with the dimensions 3.2 m x 1.4 m. • cannot be converted to another platform type • cannot be equipped with a sliding door on the C-side •...
Operation MULTILIFT P12 Operation Operating personnel (refer to chapter 1.8.2 Operating personnel, page 16) Safety during operation DANGER Danger to life Do not use in case of fire! Safety instructions (refer to chapter 2 General safety information, page 17) also have to be observed.
MULTILIFT P12 Operation 4.1.1 Supplementary safety instructions for operation without enclosure Do not install or operate the hoist without the enclosure. • Do not stand or work under the car. • Do not store any objects in the cordoned-off area or underneath the car.
Operation MULTILIFT P12 Commissioning Turn the main switch (1) to the "I" [ON] position. Fig. 2: Startup Turn the key switch on the ground control to position 1. Turn the key switch on the car control to operation.
MULTILIFT P12 Operation Operation/function Fig. 3: Overview Multilift P12 Mast section Mast tie Base enclosure Assembly plank Door on the base enclosure Assembly crane Cable bin Landing level safety gate (option) BL105 GB 2023-04...
EMERGENCY STOP buttons remain functional. The MULTILIFT P12 can be assembled with or without clearance to the wall, depending on which design of sliding door (with or without ramp) is installed on the landing level side of the car. This car door also dictates which landing level safety gate (low [1.1 m] or high [approx.
MULTILIFT P12 Operation 4.3.2 Base enclosure The bottom stop position (ground station) is fitted with a 2.50 m high base enclosure. This base enclosure (1) protects against entry into the lower hazard area. DANGER Danger to life from lowering car ...
Operation MULTILIFT P12 Car access at ground station/option for building car access Opening Use the handle bar (2A) to push the sliding door (2) up to the stop. Closing Use the door frame (2B) to pull down the sliding door (2) until it is fully closed.
MULTILIFT P12 Operation 4.3.3 Car access points Car doors protect people in the car from falling out of the car during transport. 4.3.3.1 Vertical sliding door Car access at ground station/option for building car access Opening Use the handle bar (2A) to push the sliding door (2) up to the stop.
Operation MULTILIFT P12 4.3.3.2 Vertical sliding door with ramp Option for building car access Opening from the outside Pull hard on the grab bar (3A) until the ramp (3D) is fully open. The sliding door (3) is automatically pushed up.
MULTILIFT P12 Operation Opening from the inside Use the handle bar (3B) to push the sliding door (3) up to the stop. The ramp (3D) lowers automatically with the sliding door (3). Closing from the inside Use the door frame (3C) to pull down the sliding door (3) until it is fully closed.
Operation MULTILIFT P12 4.3.3.3 Car door emergency release The emergency release for the car sliding doors can only be operated from the outside. For emergency release, insert the triangular wrench through the hole on the outside of the sliding door into the lock.
MULTILIFT P12 Operation 4.3.4 Securing loading and unloading points To prevent persons falling, fall protection must be installed at all loading and unloading points where there is a risk of falling from a height of more than 2 m. Landing level safety gates protect persons from falling at the stop position when the car is not at the stop position.
Operation MULTILIFT P12 Fig. 11: “Standard" landing level safety gate closed (tarpaulin) “Standard" landing level safety gate closed (filler plate) (Option as per EN 16719) These landing level safety gates can only be opened once the loading ramp has been completely opened.
MULTILIFT P12 Operation Opening Press the lever (1A) in the direction of the arrow and push open the sliding door (1). Closing Close the sliding door (1) until the lever (1A) engages downwards. Fig. 13: Opening/closing the “Standard”...
Operation MULTILIFT P12 4.3.4.2 "Comfort" landing level safety gate Used for vertical sliding door with ramp It is only possible to open this landing level safety gate when the unfolded unloading ramp is in contact with the sill of the landing level safety gate.
MULTILIFT P12 Operation “Comfort” landing level safety gate closed (filler plate) (Option as per EN 16719) Fig. 16: “Comfort” landing level safety gate closed (filler plate) Opening Press the lever (2A) in the direction of the arrow and push open the sliding door (2).
Operation MULTILIFT P12 4.3.4.3 “Premium” landing level safety gate It is only possible to open this landing level safety gate when the unfolded unloading ramp is in contact with the sill of the landing level safety gate. Landing level safety gate in accordance with EN 16719 Fig.
MULTILIFT P12 Operation 4.3.4.4 “FLEXY” landing level safety gate Landing level safety gate in accordance with EN 16719 It must be impossible to open the landing level safety gate unless the ramp lock was actuated by the loading ramp of the platform/hoist.
Operation MULTILIFT P12 4.3.4.5 Landing level double doors It is only possible to open the landing level double doors when the interlock cam on the car releases the lock. Fig. 21: Landing level double doors Opening To open, pull hard on both handles (4A) or pull on them from the car and push both doors (4) towards the building/system.
MULTILIFT P12 Operation Emergency release The landing level double doors are also equipped with an emergency release for rescue and recovery. Insert the triangular key into the lock. Turn the key to the right (clockwise). Open the double doors with some force.
Operation MULTILIFT P12 4.3.5 Ground control The car can be called from the ground control. The car stops exactly at the ground station. Fig. 23: Ground control EMERGENCY STOP button UP button DOWN button Landing stop button Car stops at the next landing level Key switch for hoist ON/OFF Control light “ready”...
MULTILIFT P12 Operation 4.3.6 Landing level modules 4.3.6.1 Landing level module with stop The UP or DOWN direction can be selected from the electric modules.The exact stop at the next landing level is activated by pressing the LANDING LEVEL button.
Operation MULTILIFT P12 4.3.7 Car controls 4.3.7.1 Control without landing level pre-selection Fig. 25: Car control without stop at landing level EMERGENCY STOP button Overload control light UP button DOWN button Landing stop button for car stop at the next landing level...
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MULTILIFT P12 Operation Ascending Press and release the DOWN button (3). The car moves directly to the top landing level and stops there. Descending Press and release the DOWN button (4). The car moves from any landing level down to the ground station.
Operation MULTILIFT P12 4.3.7.2 Control with landing level pre-selection 14 15 Fig. 26: Car control with landing level pre-selection EMERGENCY STOP button Overload control light Landing level pre-selection button for landing level 1 / UP button for assembly Landing level pre-selection for landing level 0 / DOWN button for assembly...
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MULTILIFT P12 Operation Ascending For landing levels 1 to 9 Preselect the required landing level by briefly pressing a destination button for landing level 1 to 9 (3/8). Press the start button (11). The car moves to the selected landing level and stops there.
Operation MULTILIFT P12 4.3.8 Controls for special operation These control must be kept locked by the operating company! Connect the drop test control in the car control switch box (refer to the maintenance manual). 4.3.8.1 Drop test control The drop test control is used for checking the safety gear by means of a drop test.
MULTILIFT P12 Operation 4.3.9 Emergency shutdown In situations that present a risk to operating personnel or the car, the car can be shut down by pressing an EMERGENCY STOP button. An EMERGENCY STOP button is located at - the car control - the ground control Fig.
Operation MULTILIFT P12 Interrupting work – end of work Switch off and secure the hoist when interrupting work and at the end of work. Move the car down to the ground station until it stops automatically. If there is a risk of frost, move the platform up a little so that the DOWN limit switch is clear.
MULTILIFT P12 Operation Equipment 4.5.1 Emergency call system If persons are locked in the car, they can use this intercom system to contact ground personnel. The intercom system establishes contact with the ground station. If the hoist is switched on, the intercom system uses the mains power supply.
Operation MULTILIFT P12 4.5.2 Assembly planks The assembly plank may only be used during assembly and for maintenance. The assembly plank is a thin, folding platform which helps with anchoring the mast sections from the platform (can also be used in front of a façade without frontal scaffolding).
MULTILIFT P12 Operation 4.5.3 Lighting Car lighting The car lighting is always on as long as the main switch is turned on. Fig. 33: Car lighting WARNING Glare Do not look directly into the LED lighting for a prolonged period.
Operation MULTILIFT P12 4.5.5 Document and tool box The documents and tool box contains: • 1 x triangular key - for unlocking the car sliding doors - for opening the left assembly plan - for opening the cover plate (insert assembly control or...
88 kg onto the assembled mast. 4.6.2 Cold package The MULTILIFT P12 can be used down to a temperature of -20 °C. In countries where work is also carried out at lower temperatures, installation of a cold package is recommended.
Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair MULTILIFT P12 Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair WARNING Risk of injury from incorrect troubleshooting and fault elimination Troubleshooting and fault elimination may only be carried out by persons specially trained and authorized for this purpose.
MULTILIFT P12 Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair Meaning of the LED Lights up when the UPPER or LOWER EMERGENCY LIMIT switch is activated. Lights up when the limit switch for the safety gear is activated. Lights up when the limit switch for the assembly guard is activated.
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Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair MULTILIFT P12 Green control light in the car illuminates, hoist does not move Enclosure door is open Close enclosure door Landing level safety gate is Close landing level safety gate open EMERGENCY limit switch Refer to platform moved too...
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MULTILIFT P12 Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair Car travels too low Down-limit switch defective Test/replace down-limit switch Air gap for the brake is too Adjust air gap large Car is overloaded Reduce the load Fault in the electrical system Check system...
(1) on the phase inverter by 180°. Fig. 40: Plug with phase inverter The MULTILIFT P12 requires a right-rotating field! 5.3.2 Motor is not delivering full power • Voltage drop of more than 10% of the rated voltage.
MULTILIFT P12 Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair 5.3.3 Car has moved too high The car travels too high, i.e. the EMERGENCY limit switch reaches the UP-END stop bar. Possible causes: • the UP limit switch is defective • there is a malfunction in the electrical system...
Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair MULTILIFT P12 5.3.4 Car has moved too low The car travels too low, i.e. the EMERGENCY limit switch reaches the EMERGENCY-END stop bar. Possible causes: • the brake clearance is too large • the DOWN limit switch is defective •...
MULTILIFT P12 Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair If this effect occurs repeatedly despite the car not being overloaded, have the brake checked and adjusted by a qualified person. 5.3.5 Frequency converter has switched off Only on machines that are controlled with a frequency converter (option) An initiated travel command is deleted by an open safety circuit (e.g.
Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair MULTILIFT P12 5.3.6 Reset button for the frequency converter The button (3) on the car control has a dual function. • Landing level stop button when the car is moving • Reset button for the frequency converter when the car is stationary Resetting the frequency converter ...
MULTILIFT P12 Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair Fig. 47: Landing level control Fig. 46: Ground station control Fig. 48: Control in the car Fig. 49: Control with landing level pre-selection 5.3.8 Overload indication The car is equipped with an overload detection device which prevents from being operated when it is overloaded.
Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair MULTILIFT P12 5.3.9 Car door, enclosure door or landing level door cannot be opened The car door or enclosure door / landing level door cannot be opened when the car is not stationary in front of the enclosure door or a landing level door, or the car is not supplied with power.
MULTILIFT P12 Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair 5.3.10 Safety gear has triggered The hoist is equipped with safety gear that brakes if the speed of the car becomes excessive. If the safety gear was triggered, further travel is not possible.
Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair MULTILIFT P12 Rescue after malfunction Rescue may become necessary in the event that, e.g. • there is no mains voltage. • the electrical system malfunctions. • the drive fails. • the safety gear has triggered.
MULTILIFT P12 Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair 5.4.2 Initial rescue measures 5.4.2.1 Recovery using the recall function The recall function can be activated from the ground control or from the car control. The recall function can only be executed with a functioning...
Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair MULTILIFT P12 5.4.2.2 Self-rescue using EMERGENCY lowering device In an emergency, the next lower landing level can be reached by releasing the motor brakes. This may enable trapped persons to evacuate independently. ATTENTION Descending too quickly will trigger the safety gear This disables the car which will then initially need to be raised.
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MULTILIFT P12 Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair Release the motor brake by carefully pulling (towards the centre of the car). The car will glide downwards. Fig. 57: Releasing the motor brake The label [Brake Indicator]on the brake release levers will be...
Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair MULTILIFT P12 5.4.2.3 Exiting the car If the car is not stopped at a landing level and the motor brake cannot be released, any trapped passengers have to be evacuated across the assembly plank. WARNING Risk of death from the safety gear being triggered ...
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MULTILIFT P12 Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair As soon as the base pan is horizontal it can be stepped on in order to press the end wall outwards. The assembly plank is ready for emergency rescue. Fig. 59: Assembly plank open When the safety lock (1D) is open and the assembly plank is folded out, the control is interrupted.
Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair MULTILIFT P12 Opening the assembly plank from the outside For emergency recovery, the assembly plank can also be unlocked from outside. Turn the safety lock (1D) downwards anticlockwise. Fig. 60: Unlocking the assembly plank from outside ...
• Quantity required The name plate is located on the trolley of the base unit. Spare parts must conform to the manufacturer’s technical specifications! Only use original spare parts from GEDA. For service or repair work, please contact our customer service department: For the sales and customer service address, (refer to chapter 1.4...
Disposal MULTILIFT P12 Disposal At the end of its useful life, the machine may need to be inspected for operational safety in accordance with national regulations, disassembled correctly and scrapped in an environmentally friendly way according to national provisions. It is prohibited to use parts from a machine that is being scrapped in other machines or to assemble such parts to produce a new machine.
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