Multiquip JB5135 Heat Pump User Manual


 
JIMMY SERIES HYDRAULIC REBAR BENDERS — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #9 (01/04/08) — PAGE 14
JIMMY SERIES HYDRAULIC REBAR BENDERS — INSPECTION
BEFORE STARTING
CAUTION - Read Manual
Before attempting to operate
this rebar bender, and to avoid
serious injury to personnel,
always read and understand
operation manual. Failure to
read and understand operation
manual could result in serious
harm or even death!
DANGER - Flammable/Combustible Materials
NEVER operate the rebar bender or
hydraulic pump in or around flammable
materials. The possibility exists of the rebar
bender emitting a spark during operation. If
contact is made between the sparks and the
flammable material, the result could be fire
or explosion causing damage to the equipment and severe
bodily harm even death!
INSPECTION
Before each use, visually inspect the items listed below.
Regular maintenance and visual checks of the rebar bender
and power unit prior to operation will minimize repairs and
help ensure normal operation of the bender and electric-
hydraulic pump.
Check for wear and damage to rollers, pin, nuts and bolts,
clip, side plates and hydraulic arm. Clean, lubricate and
replace as required.
Rebar bender can
ONLY
be used with a standard
hydraulic pump rated at 10,000 PSI. Refer to the pump’s
manual for operation and maintenance instructions.
Check the hydraulic pump fluid level.
Check that all hydraulic connections are clean.
Check all hydraulic hoses for cuts, holes, or excessive
wear.
Inspect all fittings and couplers, make sure they are clean
and fitted with dust caps.
Check that couplings to pump and bender are tightened
securely.
Check for a cracked or damaged cylinder or rebar bender
Check for excessive wear, bending, damage, or
insufficient thread engagement.
Check for leaking hydraulic fluid
Check for a scored or damaged piston rod.
Improperly functioning or damaged components
Check for loose bolts.
Check for damaged or improperly assembled accessory
equipment.
Check for modified, welded, or altered equipment.
Check for bent or damaged couplers or port threads.