Mertinger Strasse 60 86663 Asbach-Bäumenheim hereby declares that the machine Designation: Construction hoist for transporting material and persons (for temporary use in non-public areas by authorised persons) Type: GEDA MULTILIFT P22 Serial number: P22... starting from: 00450 Type: GEDA MULTILIFT P22...
MULTILIFT P22 General information 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 Instructions for the operating company Intended use 1.8.1 Assembly, service/maintenance specialist 1.8.2...
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General information MULTILIFT P22 4.3.6 Landing level modules 4.3.6.1 Landing level module with stop 4.3.6.2 Landing level module with call control 4.3.7 Car controls 4.3.7.1 G-SAC car control with rotary/ push button 4.3.7.2 Car control G-SAC keypad 4.3.8 Controls for special operation 4.3.8.1...
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Fig. 3: Dimensions of car Fig. 4: Startup Fig. 5: Touch display fingerprint scanner Fig. 6: Touch display fingerprint scanner Fig. 7: Multilift P22 overview 1 Fig. 8: Multilift P22 overview 2 Fig. 9: Base enclosure Fig. 10: Double doors on the base enclosure Fig.
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General information MULTILIFT P22 Fig. 48: Unlock the roof hatch Fig. 49: Open the roof hatch Fig. 50: Document box Fig. 51: Operating hours counter Fig. 52: Assembly crane Fig. 53: Control for assembly crane Fig. 54: Assembly plank Fig. 55: Cold package Fig.
MULTILIFT P22 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). This operating manual contains important instructions on how to operate the machine safely, correctly and efficiently.
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General information MULTILIFT P22 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 P22 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...
General information MULTILIFT P22 Abbreviations The following abbreviations may be used in the manual. Abbreviation: Abbreviation: Max. maximum Fig. figure min. minimum Newton metre Min. minutes km/h kilometres per hour etc. et cetera miles per hour incl. including e.g. for example Millilitre i.e.
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/...
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MULTILIFT P22 General information Any replacement and wearing parts that are used must correspond to the technical requirements stipulated by GEDA . This is ensured with original replacement parts. Only employ qualified and/or trained personnel for the tasks described in this manual.
General information MULTILIFT P22 Intended use The MULTILIFT P22 is a rack and pinion hoist for temporary use on construction sites • that may only be operated by instructed and authorised site personnel • that is designed for the transport of material and persons who can...
• observe national regulations. 1.8.3 Improper use The MULTILIFT P22 • 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.
General safety information MULTILIFT P22 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: •...
MULTILIFT P22 General safety information 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...
General safety information MULTILIFT P22 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.
MULTILIFT P22 General safety information 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.
General safety information MULTILIFT P22 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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MULTILIFT P22 General safety information 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.
General safety information MULTILIFT P22 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!
MULTILIFT P22 Technical data 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.
Technical data MULTILIFT P22 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.
MULTILIFT P22 Technical data Tightening torques Special mechanical screw connections with torque control Mast - elements to one another Tightening torque 300 Nm 220 lbf ft Width across flats (AF) 30 mm Couplings Tightening torque 50 Nm 37 lbf ft Couplings 1 ½"...
Technical data MULTILIFT P22 Electrical connected loads A construction site distribution cabinet (in accordance with IEC 60439- 4:2005) with a - min. 3 x 63 A fuse protection of the supply point and a - residual current device (RCD) are required...
Operating status Travel upwards / 0,03 -0,1 m/s² 0,03 -0,1 m/s² 0,15-0,5 m/s² downwards Mast Only original GEDA mast sections may be used! Vario MAST Fig. 1: Vario Mast Length 1495 mm Weight 88 kg Tightening torque (connecting screws)
MULTILIFT P22 Technical data DANGER Danger to life Limited overrun at the last mast bracket. Dimension W is the top mast bracket to the top track rollers (approx. 0.5 m below the mast end). Mast projection above the top mast bracket...
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Technical data MULTILIFT P22 Inclination of mast max. installation height (H) for vertical installation in X and Y direction Example 1 Example 2 Installed height = 50 m Installed height = 100 m 50 m = 0.1 m 100 m = 0.2 m Check inclination during and following assembly using appropriate means.
MULTILIFT P22 Technical data Load capacity, dimensions and weights Ladder in the car Load capacity max. 150 kg / 330 lbs Assembly crane Load capacity max. 440 lbs / 200 kg Assembly plank Load capacity max. 150 kg Installing additional equipment (e.g. additional floor covering made of steel/aluminium) increases the tare weight.
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Technical data MULTILIFT P22 Weights Base unit with car and cable box approx. 3410 kg (30 m flat cable) Flat cable each 25 m + 50 kg Load capacity Operation max. 2000 kg/ 22 persons 1920 kg + 1 1840 kg + 2...
MULTILIFT P22 Technical data Car dimensions Fig. 3: Dimensions of car MULTILIFT P22 Dimensions in m 3.41 2.10 2.31 3.97 3.47 2.10 3.25 1.37 BL201 GB 2021-05...
Operation MULTILIFT P22 Operation Operating personnel – see chapter “1.8.2 Operating personnel” Safety during operation Safety instructions in chapter 2 General safety information also have to be observed. The Construction hoist is equipped with an overload detection device that switches off travel movement in both directions when the load capacity is exceeded and a status message is shown on the touch display.
MULTILIFT P22 Operation Commissioning Fig. 4: Startup Turn the main switch (11) to the “I” [ON] position. The double doors on the enclosure and the sliding door on the car have to be closed. BL201 GB 2021-05...
Operation MULTILIFT P22 4.2.1 Fingerprint scanner (optional) The car operator has to activate the control in the car using their fingerprint. Fingerprint scanning is described in a separate operating manual for the fingerprint scanner. A request to activate the control...
MULTILIFT P22 Operation 4.2.2 Safety check before starting work Carry out a test run with an empty car and check to see whether • the complete travel path is clear • the door locks function correctly (refer to chapter 4.3.4 and 4.3.3) The car must be immediately stopped if •...
Operation MULTILIFT P22 Operation/function Fig. 7: Multilift P22 overview 1 Double door on base enclosure Sliding door A-side of car Foot section Sliding door C-side of car Landing level safety gates (option) (option) Base enclosure Mast section BL201 GB 2021-05...
EMERGENCY STOP buttons remain functional. The MULTILIFT P22 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 P22 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 P22 Opening/closing the double doors The double doors of the base enclosure and the sliding door on the car must be opened individually to enter the car. The enclosure double doors can only be opened when the car is at the ground station.
MULTILIFT P22 Operation For emergency release, insert the triangular key through the hole on the outside of the base enclosure. Turn it to the left (anticlockwise) until the double doors can be opened. Fig. 11: Emergency release for the double doors ...
Operation MULTILIFT P22 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...
MULTILIFT P22 Operation 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.
Operation MULTILIFT P22 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.
MULTILIFT P22 Operation 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.
Operation MULTILIFT P22 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.
MULTILIFT P22 Operation “Standard" landing level safety gate closed (tarpaulin) (Option as per EN 16719) The retrofit kit article no. 1130276 can be used to retrofit the “Standard” landing level safety gate with a tarpaulin. These landing level safety gates can only be opened once the loading ramp has been completely opened.
Operation MULTILIFT P22 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. 19: Opening/closing the “Standard” landing level safety gate...
MULTILIFT P22 Operation 4.3.4.2 "Comfort" landing level safety gate Used for vertical sliding door with ramp Landing level safety gate “Comfort” without tarpaulin / filler plate 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.
Operation MULTILIFT P22 “Comfort” landing level safety gate closed (filler plate) (Option as per EN 16719) Fig. 22: “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).
MULTILIFT P22 Operation 4.3.4.3 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. 24: 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.
Operation MULTILIFT P22 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 (5). Turn the key to the right (clockwise). Open the double doors (4) with some force.
MULTILIFT P22 Operation 4.3.5 Ground control The car can be called from the ground control. The car stops exactly at the ground station. EMERGENCY stop button Main switch CALL button Fig. 26: Ground control Code display Calling the car Press the Call button (13).
Operation MULTILIFT P22 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 at the landing levels. The exact stop at the next landing level is activated by pressing the LANDING LEVEL button.
MULTILIFT P22 Operation 4.3.6.2 Landing level module with call control The car can be called from the electric modules on the landing levels. The landing level stops at the landing level from which the car was called. Calling the car ...
Operation MULTILIFT P22 4.3.7 Car controls 4.3.7.1 G-SAC car control with rotary/ push button [Single Automatic Control] The landing level can be directly pre-selected on the car control. Fig. 29: Car control with rotary switch EMERGENCY stop button LC 100 rotary switch...
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MULTILIFT P22 Operation Moving to a landing level Turn the rotary switch (2) until the desired landing level has been set. → While turning, the rotary switch (2) is backlit in blue. The selected landing level is shown in the display (10).
Operation MULTILIFT P22 4.3.7.2 Car control G-SAC keypad [Single Automatic Control] The landing level can be directly pre-selected on the car control. Fig. 30: Car control with keypad EMERGENCY stop button Keypad 0 - 9 = Landing level selection ► = START button...
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MULTILIFT P22 Operation Moving to a landing level Enter the desired landing level on the keypad (2) → The selected landing level is shown in the display (10). For example: 0 → Ground floor 1 → Landing level 1 10 →...
Operation MULTILIFT P22 4.3.8 Controls for special operation These controls must be kept locked by the operating company! The cover plate (8) has to be removed for inserting the control for special operation from the car. Use the triangular key to open the triangular bolt(s) (8A) and remove the cover plate (8).
MULTILIFT P22 Operation 4.3.8.1 Drop test control The drop test control is used for checking the safety gear by means of a drop test. The drop test control may only be operated by a technically competent person! EMERGENCY stop button...
Operation MULTILIFT P22 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...
MULTILIFT P22 Operation 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.
Operation MULTILIFT P22 Equipment 4.5.1 Emergency call system The emergency intercom system consists of an intercom module at the ground control and one at the car control. If persons are locked in the car, they can contact ground personnel using the intercom system.
MULTILIFT P22 Operation 4.5.1.1 Alarm signal If help is needed from outside, the ALARM (15) button can be used to trigger an acoustic signal. Press the ALARM button (15). While the ALARM button (15) is pressed, a signal tone will sound at the ground station.
Operation MULTILIFT P22 4.5.2 Lighting Car lighting The car lighting is always on as long as the main switch is turned on. Fig. 41: Car lighting WARNING Glare Do not look directly into the LED lighting for a prolonged period.
MULTILIFT P22 Operation 4.5.3 Roof hatch and ladder It is possible to access the car roof using the ladder and the roof hatch to carry out maintenance / service work or to evacuate passengers. Fig. 43: Overview of roof hatch and ladder...
Operation MULTILIFT P22 Position the ladder at the roof hatch Hold the ladder firmly. Fig. 44: Ladder in the car Release the screw on the star handle and pull the sliding mount out of the ladder. Fig. 45: Pull the ladder out of the mount ...
MULTILIFT P22 Operation Hook the screws of the ladder onto the roof frame below the roof hatch. Fig. 47: Attach the ladder to the roof hatch Remove the triangular wrench from the document and tool box in the car and insert it above the triangular bolt for the roof hatch lock.
Operation MULTILIFT P22 Open the roof hatch and, if necessary, take suitable measures to prevent it from slamming shut, e.g. in strong winds. Fig. 49: Open the roof hatch DANGER Risk of death when stepping on the car roof without safety gear ...
MULTILIFT P22 Operation 4.5.4 Document and tool box The documents and tool box contains: • 1 x triangular key - for unlocking the car sliding doors - for opening the cover plate (insert assembly control or maintenance switch of the car...
Operation MULTILIFT P22 4.5.5 Operating hours counter An operating hours counter (1) is installed in the car switch box to record the operating hours (motor operating time). Fig. 51: Operating hours counter The switch box must be opened to read the counter. The switch...
MULTILIFT P22 Operation Accessories 4.6.1 Assembly crane When assembling the mast, the assembly crane (1) can be used to lift the mast sections onto the already mounted mast. Fig. 52: Assembly crane Control for assembly crane EMERGENCY STOP (only switches off the Rocker switch for UP and DOWN Fig.
Fig. 54: Assembly plank 4.6.3 Cold package The MULTILIFT P22 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. A thermostat in the switch box of the platform switches off upward travel at temperatures below -20 °C.
MULTILIFT P22 Operation 4.6.4 Wind sensor (option) The wind sensor measures the wind speed while the hoist is in operation. CODE 33 will be shown on the touch display for the car control at a wind speed greater than 72 km/h.
Operation MULTILIFT P22 4.6.5 Lifting beam The lifting beam is used for lifting the base unit with a crane. Fig. 57: Lifting beam Loading Capacity = max. 3500 kg Lifting beam Crane lugs BL201 GB 2021-05...
MULTILIFT P22 Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair 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.
Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair MULTILIFT P22 Code messages with a yellow background indicate service or maintenance information. CODE no. Status symbol Explanation Fig. 59: Touch display – maintenance Only the possible status messages and CODE numbers which are relevant for your machine are displayed! Code messages with a red background indicate information about a malfunction.
MULTILIFT P22 Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair Actions for CODE display: Identify the CODE displayed and change/rectify the status. Wait until the control is automatically enabled. The operation and description of the touch display are described in a separate operating manual. This manual is part of the machine documentation.
Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair MULTILIFT P22 Rectify fault 5.2.1 Motor is not delivering full power • Voltage drop of more than 10% of the rated voltage. • Select cable with larger cross-section. • If the motor is overloaded, the built-in thermal switch will switch off and the frequency converter goes into error mode.
MULTILIFT P22 Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair 5.2.3 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 P22 5.2.4 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 P22 Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair CAUTION Damage to the foot section and car The UP button (3) must be pressed because this control bypasses the EMERGENCY limit switch. If the red drop test control buttons (2) are pressed inadvertently, the motor brake will release and the car can drop down hard onto the foot section.
Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair MULTILIFT P22 5.2.6 Monitoring the locking of the assembly crane The assembly crane must not pivot towards the path of travel (mast) whilst moving. Thus, this must be locked in a secure position. If the locking bolt is pulled out, the safety circuit is interrupted and...
MULTILIFT P22 Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair 5.2.8 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 P22 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 P22 Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair 5.3.2 Initial rescue measures 5.3.2.1 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 P22 5.3.2.2 Rescue in the event of a status display CODE messages indicate malfunctions in the hoist system or switching statuses of the limit switches. Identify the CODE message (refer to the touch display or the touch display manual).
MULTILIFT P22 Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair 5.3.2.3 Self-rescue using EMERGENCY lowering device In an emergency, the next lower landing level can be reached by releasing the motor brakes. Persons trapped may be able to evacuate in this way. Moving the car downwards by releasing the motor brake is not possible if, e.g.
Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair MULTILIFT P22 Remove the triangular wrench and lever from the document and tool box. Release the triangular bolt. Move the cover plate (3) to the side and attach. Fig. 71: Emergency descent 1 ...
MULTILIFT P22 Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair Release the motor brake by carefully pulling the lever (1). The car will glide downwards. Fig. 73: Emergency release for the car ATTENTION Motor brakes become very hot Interrupt the descent every 1-2 m for 2 m in order to prevent overheating of the brake.
Malfunctions – diagnosis – repair MULTILIFT P22 5.3.2.4 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 via the car roof. WARNING Risk of death from the safety gear being triggered ...
• 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, see chapter 1.4...
Disposal MULTILIFT P22 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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