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Operation and Maintenance

Model 74540

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General Machine Products Co., Inc. • 3111 Old Lincoln Hwy • Trevose, PA 19053 • USA

TEL: +1-215-357-5500 • FAX: +1-215-357-6216 • EMAIL: info@gmptools.com WEB: www.gmptools.com

BRAKED DRUM

STAND

For Drums up to 8800 lbs.

8/4/2011 Ver 1 USA AK

32800

Summary of content (10 pages)

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BRAKED DRUM STAND For Drums up to 8800 lbs. Operation and Maintenance Model 74540 All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied, reproduced or transmitted in any form whatsoever without the written permission of General Machine Products Co., Inc. General Machine Products Co., Inc. • 3111 Old Lincoln Hwy • Trevose, PA 19053 • USA TEL: +1-215-357-5500 • FAX: +1-215-357-6216 • EMAIL: info@gmptools.com WEB: www.gmptools.
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Rev.no Date Details Author 01 08-2011 Reformat for US A.
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CONTENTS 1. 2. 3. 4.
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1.0 INTRODUCTION Founded by engineer George M. Pfundt in 1936, GMP started operations in a downtown Philadelphia building as a specialty machine shop doing work for the local Bell Telephone company and for the electric utility company. GMP expanded to a production shop after landing a contract with Western Electric Company and, subsequently, forming a close relationship with Bell Telephone Laboratories in Murray Hill, N.J.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THIS EQUIPMENT MUST ONLY BE USED BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL, WHO HAVE BEEN SUITABLY TRAINED AND COMPETENT TO DO SO. THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO BE MADE AVAILABLE TO OPERATORS OF THIS EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES, FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND / OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. 1. Read and understand the operation and maintenance manual supplied with this equipment. Keep it in a convenient place for future reference. 2.
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2.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION & SPECIFICATON The Braked Drum Stand is compact in size. Each side frame is fitted with wheels to allow for easy transportation. Drum lifting is achieved with two hand operated hydraulic jacks. An adjustable band brake provides controlled cable tensioning. Maximum drum weight: 8820 lbs. (4000kg) Maximum drum width: 64.6 in. (1640mm) Maximum drum diameter: 70.9 in. (1800mm) Minimum drum diameter: 59.1 in.
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3.0 OPERATING PROCEDURE IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT ALL PERSONS USING, OPERATING OR MAINTAINING THIS EQUIPMENT BE FULLY TRAINED AND COMPETENT TO DO SO, AND HAVE READ THE ENTIRE OPERATING MANUAL. GENERAL MACHINE PRODUCTS CO., INC. CANNOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR MIS-USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT. Lag Bolts & Washers Brake Activation Lever Brake Band Assembly Brake Tensioner Brake Driving Arm Jack Pivot Pin Prop Support & Pin Jack 4.
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4.0 MAINTENANCE This equipment has been designed to provide a long and useful life providing certain precautionary measures are taken. Before putting into service the first time, check that all parts are present and assembled correctly. Before using, check that the brake drum and brake band is clean and free from oil, dirt or other contaminants. Check that the hydraulic jacks operate smoothly. Check the condition of all retaining pins and ‘R’ clips, replace if damaged.
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GMP • 3111 Old Lincoln Hwy • Trevose, PA 19053 • USA TEL: +1-215-357-5500 • FAX: +1-215-357-6216 • EMAIL: info@gmptools.