Southworth PLM 250 Manual de usuario

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For equipment manufactured after May 1999.

Powered Dandy Owner’s Manual

PLM 250™

Elevating Powered Helper

February 2013

Southworth Products Corporation

P.O. Box 1380/Portland, Maine 04104-1380

Phone 800-743-1000 • FAX 207-797-4734

www.southworthproducts.com

[email protected]

PLM 250

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INTRODUCTION

Southworth’s PLM 250 has been designed to take the effort out of lifting and carrying. The PLM 250

conforms to ergonomic guidelines in order to make them as comfortable and safe as possible. The

battery that powers the platform is sealed for safety and can be recharged many times.

This manual contains information to acquaint you with the safe, proper use

and upkeep of the PLM 250. You should ensure that this manual is available

to personnel working with the PLM 250.

In the interest of safety please read the entire manual carefully and be familiar

with its contents before you use or service the PLM 250. If you have any

questions about any instructions in this manual, please contact your dealer

or Southworth Products Corporation.

The PLM 250 is tted with an identication plate located on the central cross member at the base of

the actuator. The identication plate is stamped with the model number, capacity and serial number;

this information should be provided when seeking spare part inquiries or technical support.

Southworth’s product warranty is shown on the back cover of this manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION................................................................................................... 2

SAFETY .............................................................................................................. 4

UNPACKING ........................................................................................................ 5

Transit Damage..................................................................................... 5

Hazardous Environments...................................................................... 5

High Cycle Applications......................................................................... 5

SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................. 5

PARTS BREAK DOWN ......................................................................................... 6

OPERATION.......................................................................................................... 7

Platform Control .................................................................................... 7

 CasterConguration ............................................................................. 7

Brake..................................................................................................... 7

Direction Lock........................................................................................ 7

Battery................................................................................................... 8

BATTERY LIFE...................................................................................................... 8

CONTROL BOX .................................................................................................... 8

ACTUATOR ........................................................................................................... 9

LOAD CAPACITY .................................................................................................. 9

MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................. 10

Monthly................................................................................................ 10

Annually............................................................................................... 10

TROUBLE SHOOTING ....................................................................................... 10

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS................................................................. 11

RETURN MATERIALS AUTHORIZATION (RMA) ............................................... 12

WARRANTY ........................................................................................................ 13

LIST OF FIGURES

Fig 1 PLM 250................................................................................................ 6

Fig 2 Pinch Points .......................................................................................... 7

Fig 3 Battery Pack & Control Box................................................................... 8

Fig 4 Labels and Precautionary Markings...................................................... 9

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SAFETY

The safety of all persons operating, maintaining, repairing, or in the vicinity of the PLM 250 is of paramount

concern to Southworth. Therefore, throughout this manual, Southworth has identied certain hazards

which may occur in the use of the PLM 250 and provided appropriate instructions or precautions which should

be taken to avoid these hazards. In some cases, Southworth has also pointed out the consequences that

mayoccurif theseinstructions or precautions are not followed. Southworth uses the following system of identifying

the severity of the hazards associated with its products:

“DANGER” Immediate hazard which will result in severe personal injury or death.

“WARNING” Hazardous or unsafe practice which could result in severe personal injury

or death.

“CAUTION” Hazardous or unsafe practice which could result in minor personal injury

or property damage.

Please read and follow the instructions in this manual, including all safety instructions and

precautions, carefully and completely.

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UNPACKING AND SET-UP OF THE PLM 250

1) Cut the banding straps and remove the PLM 250 from the box. (Make sure all of the parts are included before the box is discarded.

when such hazards exist.

HIGH CYCLE APPLICATIONS

The PLM 250 is designed for intermittent use.

For high cycle operations, the following should be observed:

1) The PLM 250 is designed to achieve a

minimum life of approximately 10,000 cycles. For

intermittent use, this equates to many years of service.

2) The PLM 250 linear actuator should not exceed six (6)

full cycles per hour. The recommended duty cycle for the

actuator motor is 10%. This means that the motor should

not be operated for more than 6 minutes of every hour.

Figure 1.)

2) Attach the handle to the PLM 250 by sliding the two threaded

ends of the handle into the pockets that are welded to the

base frame. Using the lock washers and the nuts, secure

rmly.

3) Locate the battery control box assembly. Attach the assembly

to the handle using the 4 self tapping screws, making sure the

control box is to the right and the battery box is to the left. This

allows the actuator to plug into the control box.

4) Make all the correct electrical connections

(gure 3).

TRANSIT DAMAGE

Inspect the PLM 250 for signs of damage in transit,

paying particular attention to the electrical cabling. If there is

evidence of damage, contact your Southworth dealer before

using the PLM 250.

HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENTS

The PLM 250’s electrical equipment is not suitable for use in

ammable or explosive environments and must never be used

SPECIFICATIONS

Capacity 500 lbs

Platform Size 19-5/8” x 31-1/2”

Lowered Height 14-1/4”

Raised Height 32-1/2”

Vertical Travel 19”

Weight 20 lbs

Dimensions (L x H x W) 38” x 37” x 19-5/8”

Casters 5”

Rise Time 36 Seconds

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Figure 1. PLM 250

PARTS BREAK DOWN

PARTS Part #

Platform & Frame 3060649

Directional Caster 5905969

Brake Caster 5905970

Front Caster 5905968

Battery Pack 5905918

Battery Mounting Bracket 5905920

Control Box 5905917

Hand Control 5905958

Actuator 5905916

Decal Kit 3055607

Hand Control

Platform and Frame

Handle

Battery Pack

Control Box

Bottom Pivot

Direction Lock Caster

Brake Caster

Power Lead

Actuator

Center Pivot

Rollers

Lockwasher and Nut

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OPERATING THE PLM 250

PLATFORM CONTROL

The position of the platform is controlled with a push button

switch located on the hand control. The PLM 250 can be raised

by pressing the UP button on the switch or lowered by pressing

the DOWN button on the switch.

WARNING!

As the PLM 250 platform moves up and

down, “pinch points” are created where

the scissor legs cross, where the legs

meet the base and platform and in the

path on which the rollers travel. When

operating the PLM 250, be careful to

ensure that nobody becomes caught in

the moving parts. (gure 2)

CASTER CONFIGURATION

The PLM 250 is supplied with four swiveling casters. One of

the rear casters is tted with a brake and the other rear caster

has a direction lock.

BRAKE

The brake prevents the caster from both swiveling and rolling.

Press the lever located on the top of the caster to engage the

brake.

CAUTION!

The brake is an important safety device.

Please ensure it is engaged when the

PLM 250 is unattended. Attempt to nd

level ground whenever possible.

DIRECTION LOCK

The direction lock prevents the caster from swiveling but allows

the caster to roll as usual. Use it when pushing the PLM 250 in

a straight line to provide greater stability.

Figure 2.

PLM 250 Pinch Points

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BATTERY

The PLM 250 is supplied with a 24 volt battery pack which snaps

easily on to the control box. This allows for a quick exchange

of battery packs if needed. The control box is mounted to the

handle of the PLM 250 for easy access. The control box includes

a quick disconnect hand control, and an internal charger.

WARNING!

The battery contains lead acid and should

not be punctured or damaged. Seek urgent

medical advice if acid contacts skin or clothing.

Ensure that the battery is disposed of safely and

according to local regulations.

WARNING!

There is a ventilation hole in the back on the

battery pack. This hole must remain clean and

unblocked to ensure that positive pressure

within the control box is released.

CAUTION!

Because of the batteries self-discharge, over

time you can not expect the battery to be fully

charged. When you receive your PLM 250 it is

recommended that you charge the battery

immediately. The initial charge needs to be for

a minimum of 24 to 48 hours. After this rst

initial charging, there is a maximum charging

time of 6 hours to reach the batteries full

charge capacity.

BATTERY LIFE

The life of the battery is determined on the amount of usage

between charging. This is best explained as follows:

• 100% discharging depth: If the battery is totally discharged,

there is approximately 180 charging cycles available.

• 50% discharging depth: If the battery is 50% discharged,

there is approximately 400 charging cycles available.

• 30% discharging depth: If the battery is 30% discharged,

there is approximately 1200 charging cycles available.

Therefore it is recommended to recharge the battery as

frequently as possible. Doing this will ensure the longest battery

life available.

CONTROL BOX

Your control box is equipped with some special features. It

has an internal charger with a 10 ft. charging cord, a soft start

and stop function which eliminates jumping of the actuator and

table. There is a unique acoustic alarm feature that tells you

when the battery is at 50% capacity. The hand control, which

is clearly marked with UP and DOWN buttons, comes with a

24” coil cord.

Figure 3. Battery Pack and

Control Box

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ACTUATOR

The PLM 250’s actuator is one of its best features. You can

hardly tell it’s running because of its low noise level that’s below

45db. It has built-in end-stop switches for protection against dead

heading or damaging the actuator. The operating mechanism is

a simple screw jack that’s driven by an internal DC motor.

LABELS AND PRECAUTIONARY

MARKINGS

#1 2986306 – Danger

#2 2998429 – SOUTHWORTH

#4 2998433 – 500 lb Capacity

#5 5904642 – SOUTHWORTH

#6 2986968 – Name Plate

LOAD CAPACITY

The load capacity is stamped into the identication plate located

on the central cross-member, at the base of the actuator and

capacity stickers on either side of the table. (gure 4) The PLM

250 contains an overload protection device that may cut power

to the unit if overloaded. If this occurs, make sure that the PLM

250 is not loaded beyond its capacity. The device will reset

within a matter of seconds and power will be restored. The load

capacity is based on the load applied centrally and uniformly

to the platform.

CAUTION!

Do not overload the PLM 250, as this may

damage the unit.

CAUTION!

Do not let loads signicantly overhang

the platform, as this could result in the

platform being overloaded, and cause the

PLM 250 to tip over.

Figure 4.

Labels and

Precautionary Markings

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PROBLEM

PLM 250 will not raise.

PLM 250 is slow to raise

or will not raise to the

top.

PLM 250 will not lower.

POSSIBLE CAUSES

1) Power is not supplied to the

actuator.

2) Batteries are discharged.

3) An electrical fault may exist or the

actuator may have burned out.

1) Batteries are discharged.

2) A fault may exist with the motor/

switch.

1) Power is not supplied to the

actuator.

2) Batteries are discharged.

REMEDY

Check whether the power cable

is plugged in.

Recharge the batteries.

Contact Southworth Customer

Service Dept. 1-800-743-1000.

Recharge the batteries.

Contact Southworth Customer

Service Dept. 1-800-743-1000.

Check whether the power cable

is plugged in.

Recharge the batteries.

MAINTENANCE

The PLM 250 requires minimal maintenance. The PLM 250 is

designed for a life of approximately 10,000 cycles after which

a new actuator may be required.

Daily inspection: Make sure there are no foreign objects in the

way of the rollers and the scissor legs. Make sure all wires are

plugged into the control box.

MONTHLY MAINTENANCE

1) Check all welds, making sure they are intact, no cracks

or broken spots.

2) Turn the PLM 250 on its side and check that the caster

bolts are tight. If the caster with the direction lock requires

tightening, engage the direction lock and ensure that the

castor is pointing straight ahead before tightening.

3) Check that the cotter pins on the actuator pivot bolts are

in place.

4) Inspect the cable and plug for signs of damage.

5) Inspect the battery control box assembly for obvious signs

of abuse.

6) Use a clean rag to wipe the paths along which the rollers

travel.

7) Lubricate (WD-40) pivots and roller pins.

ANNUALLY OR 3000 CYCLES

1) Dismantle.

2) Lubricate (WD-40) pivots and roller pins.

3) Clean.

4) Reassemble.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

The PLM 250 should provide years of trouble-free service.

However, in the event you experience difculties with the PLM

250 , the following may help you identify the problem.

You may, of course, contact Southworth’s Customer Service

Dept. at 1-800-743-1000.

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