CABLE PUSHER OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL Model 89760 Copyright 2012 by General Machine Products Co., Inc 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. GMP • 3111 Old Lincoln Hwy • Trevose, PA 19053 • USA TEL: +1-215-357-5500 • FAX: +1-215-357-6216 • www.gmptools.com Page 1 of 25 July 2012 USA Ver 4 General Machine Products Co., Inc.
REVISION HISTORY: Rev No. Date Details Author 01 03-2003 Original issue M. Blasé 02 04-2006 Manual up-graded A Miller 03 01-2012 Responsible Person Updated L.Kilpin 04 07-2012 US Version A Konschak Page 2 of 25 General Machine Products Co., Inc.
CONTENTS 1.0 Introduction 2.0 Safety Instructions 3.0 General Description 4.0 Specification 5.0 Operating Procedure 6.0 Maintenance 7.0 Monthly Service – Check List 8.0 Service History Card 9.0 Equipment layout 10.0 Recommended Spares List Page 3 of 25 General Machine Products Co., Inc.
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.
2.0 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. WORK AREA AND GENERAL SAFETY 1. Read and understand the operation and maintenance manual supplied with this equipment. Keep it in a convenient place for future reference. 2.
GENERAL HYDRAULIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Escaping fluids under pressure can penetrate the skin and cause serious personal injury. Observe the following precautions to avoid hydraulic hazards:1. Tighten, secure all connections before applying pressure. Relieve pressure when connecting or disconnecting hoses when servicing the unit. 2. Check for leaks with a piece of cardboard. Do not use your hands! 3. Do not exceed working pressure of hydraulic hoses. 4. Visually inspect hoses regularly and replace if damaged.
3.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION C-1350 CABLE PUSHER The machine comprises of an hydraulically driven cable pusher unit designed to provide an effective and safe method of installing 1 1/4 - 6” (30 –150mm) Dia. cable up to a speed of 33 ft/min (10 m/min). The pusher unit is mounted on a sturdy anti corrosion treated tubular steel frame and is powered by a hydraulic supply system operating from a recommended supply of 870 psi (60 bar) x 4.75 gpm (18 litres/ min).
4.0 SPECIFICATION Serial No: OPERATING CAPACITIES Pushing Force: Pushing Speed: Minimum cable diameter Maximum cable diameter 1100 - 1540 lbs. (500 - 700 kg) at 870 psi. (60 bar) 0 - 33 ft./ min (0 – 10 m/min) 1 1/4” (30 mm) 6” (150 mm) HYDRAULIC DRIVE SYSTEM Operating Pressure: Flow: Relief Valve Setting: 870 psi. (60 bar) 4.75 gpm (18 Litres/min) (recommended) 870 psi. (60 bar) DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS Height: Length: Width: Weight: 30.3” (740 mm) 54.7” (1390 mm) 19.7” (500 mm) 440 lbs.
5.0 OPERATING PROCEDURE IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT ALL PERSONS USING, OPERATING OR MAINTAINING THIS WINCH BE FULLY TRAINED AND COMPETENT TO DO SO, AND HAVE READ THE ENTIRE OPERATING MANUAL. GENERAL MACHINE PRODUCTS CANNOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR MIS-USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT. • Position the cable pusher at the desired angle for entry into the joint box, ideally this should be on firm level ground. • Ensure that the cable pusher is adequately anchored down / restrained.
6.0 MAINTENANCE To ensure reliable service from the Cable Pusher, GMP recommends the unit to be completely serviced at 6 monthly intervals. TRACTOR DRIVE Inspect the chain drive blocks for wear. Clean all drive blocks after each operation or as required. (it may be necessary to remove the upper roller frame assembly to clean thoroughly). Check the chain tension weekly and adjust if necessary with the two external adjustment screws.
7.0 MONTHLY SERVICE – CHECK LIST • Check the chain for excessive wear. Replace, if required – and lubricate with the spray grease provided. • Remove any debris / dirt from the drive belts, upper frame rollers and cable guide rollers. • Check the chain support pad for excessive wear, replace if required. • Check all other moving parts e.g. bearings, shafts, sprockets etc – and lubricate. • Check main jacking screws – and lubricate. • Check all hydraulic fittings for leaks.
8.0 SERVICE HISTORY RECORD Service No Date Record of Repair Page 12 of 25 Carried out by General Machine Products Co., Inc.
9.0 EQUIPMENT LAYOUT 4 6 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 8 5 2 7 12 9 11 3 10 BASE FRAME DRIVE BELT VERTICAL END ROLLER (CABLE GUIDE) UPPER ROLLER ASSEMBLY UPPER ROLLER ADJUSTING SCREW LIFTING HANDLE UNIT LIFTING EYE BOLT GROUND ANCHOR / CABLE PUSHER RESTRAINING HOLE HYDRAULIC MOTOR HYDRAULIC HOSE CONNECTIONS UPPER ROLLER FRAME RETAINING PIN DRIVE CHAIN ADJUSTING NUT Page 13 of 25 General Machine Products Co., Inc.
10.0 RECOMMENDED SPARES LIST For spare parts always quote the model type serial number and contact:- 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 TYPICAL SPARES: Part No. Description Qty Required 34496 Chain 3/4” Triplex 1 89153 Metaflux Chain Spray 70-88 1 Please give as much information as possible to ensure correct identification and supply of spare parts.
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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.com Page 16 of 25 General Machine Products Co., Inc.
