IMER Carry 105 Electric Tracked Mini Concrete Buggies 5222210001HD Electric, Includes Tipping Bucket

Safety Information

IMER Carry 105 Electric 5222210001HD Tracked Mini Dump Buggies

SAFETY INFORMATION

We offer you basic and important rules and precautions for safe operations.
Read, understand, and observe them before starting operation. This is the most essential way to prevent accidents. Wrong operation, inspection, or maintenance can cause personal injury or death.
Throughout this manual and on the machine, precautions are provided with symbol
and classified by the words DANGER – WARNING – CAUTION, according to their extent of danger.
The classification is as follows:

Danger
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Warning
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert the operator against possible damage to the machine and its components.
We have made every effort to reduce the risks associated with correct use of the machine and, nonetheless, we cannot be held responsible for predicting every kind of danger in all unintended operating conditions.
It is the owner or user of the machine who is responsible for ALWAYS paying attention to operate the machine; as well as reading and understanding this manual enough to obtain the essential knowledge and skills fundamental to correct machine operation.

WARNING

• BEFORE INSPECTION, OPERATION, OR MAINTENANCE OF THE MACHINE, BE SURE TO READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL.

• INCORRECT OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THE MACHINE CAN CAUSE ACCIDENTS AND SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

• ALWAYS KEEP THIS MANUAL ON HAND SO THAT IT CAN BE CONSULTED WHEN NECESSARY.

• IF IT SHOULD BE LOST OR DAMAGED, REQUEST ANOTHER COPY FROM YOUR DEALER.

• THERE ARE VARIOUS KINDS OF FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL REGULATIONS THAT EFFECT
CONSTRUCTION AND INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY. SINCE THE REGULATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE, AND DIFFER FROM ONE COUNTRY TO ANOTHER, IT IS IMPOSSIBLE FOR US TO PROVIDE SUCH INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER OR USER TO BE FAMILIAR WITH THE REGULATIONS.

• SPECIFICATIONS AND COMPONENTS OF THE MACHINE ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT ANY
OBLIGATION ON THE PART OF THE MANUFACTURER.

• MAKE SURE THAT THE SUPPLIED OPERATING MANUAL CORRESPONDS TO THE FEATURES OF THE
MACHINE, IN CASE OF DOUBT CONTACT KATO IMER ASSISTANCE SERVICE.

• KATO IMER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE FEATURES OF THE MACHINE AND/OR THE
CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL, WITHOUT BEING REQUIRED TO UPDATE THE PREVIOUS MACHINE AND/OR MANUALS.

1 SAFETY

1.1 GENERAL

WARNING
MAKE SURE NO ONE IS STANDING NEAR THE MACHINE BEFORE USING IT.

1. READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
This manual, plates and labels on the machine contain necessary instructions and warnings for safe operation. The user is supposed to read and understand them first. If the user ignores them, injury or death may occur. Do not leave what you do not understand as it is. Your KATO IMER distributor is happy to answer any additional question. If the manual, plate, or label is missing or damaged, contact your lHlMER distributor to replace it.

2. CHECK THE MINIDUMPER
Before starting the job, carefully check that there are not persons or obstacles in your working area.

3. HEALTH
Take special care of your mental and physical health and note that the operator of a complicated machine should be PHYSICALLY FIT. NEVER operate the machine under the influence of alcohol, medicines or drugs of any kind.

4. SNUG FITTING WORK CLOTHES
Your work clothing must be snug, without lose sleeves, rings or other jewelry, as they may become trapped in moving parts. Always wear the necessary clothes and accessories, including: helmet, safety gloves, visible clothing, safety boots and ear defenders.

5. BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE
It is ESSENTIAL to conduct warm-up BEFORE starting operations in order to run the hydraulic fluid smoothly. During the heating phase, the operator must check the correct functioning of the machine or the necessity for maintenance. Remember: the fundamental principle on which the hydraulics is based is the running of oil. If you hear a harsh noise, it means that there is insufficient lubrication of the pump due to oil cavitation, often caused by the presence of oil that is too dense or heavy. DO NOT ACTIVATE the machine in these conditions as serious damage could be caused to the pump.

6. ROTATING AND MOVING PARTS
DO NOT go near to moving parts. Do not allow any object to come near moving parts. This may cause serious injuries.

7. BE CAREFUL TO THE HOT MOTOR
NEVER touch the motor when the machine is on or right after it is stopped. It is very hot and may cause serious burns.

8. LIGHTING
The machine is designed to work in building jobsites and it does not have own lighting. It must be used in enough illuminated places.

9. STAND-BY PHASE
CARRY 105EP is an electric vehicle. After a certain amount of inactivity it switches to STAND-BY mode. The absence of any noise does not mean that the machine is off. Be very careful not to touch any control levers that could cause an uncontrolled start up of the machine

1.2 USING THE MACHINE

1. CONDUCT EVERY OPERATION WITH GREAT CARE FOR SAFETY
Conduct every operation with great attention. Activating the machine too unexpectedly can cause damage and dramatically reduce efficiency. Always remember the Standards that guarantee safety in the workplace.

2. DO NOT OVERLOAD
Do not forcefully conduct digging operation beyond the capacity, which may overload any cylinder and open its relief valves. This overload leads to an excessively high oil temperature, which affects the life cycle of the
hydraulic components.

3. SECURE FOOTING FOR SAFE OPERATIONS
If a particular situation leads you to use of the machine on the side of the road or un a slope, check the level of the ground and balance of the machine, to prevent slipping or overturning.

4. MACHINE OPERATING LIMITS
The ground should be level and firm for safe operation. If you have to operate the machine on sloping ground, endure the tracks are in the same direction of the sloping ground and not perpendicular to it. If you have to operate the machine on soft or unlevelled ground, it is essential to carefully operate the machine to
prevent it from turning over.
The machine can be used exceptionally on water-covered surfaces up to a maximum depth of 5 cm.

5. TIPPING
Be careful, during the reversal of accessory the center of gravity of the machine can moves, so the operation must be done on a stable and not yielding surface.

6. OPERATING TEMPERATURE
During both operating and battery charging phases, the machine can be used within a temperature range between -10 °C and +50 °C.

1.3 SAFETY

1. WORKING OPERATIONS
In normal circumstances (not emergencies) ALWAYS try to make slow turns as much as possible. Sudden turns or standing pivot turns may shorten the usable life of the machine and the tracks. Change the direction of travel slowly to avoid overloading the driving wheels, especially on unlevelled or rough ground.

2. MOVING THE MACHINE IN SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Travel slowly if the ground is rough or covered with chunks of rock. NEVER cause shocks to the tracks and the machine.

3. PAY ATTENTION WHEN DRIVING DOWNHILL
When using the machine on sloping ground, go uphill in reverse gear. Even minor bumps on the ground may cause the machine to jolt, leading to overturning.
DRIVE IN REVERSE, THE OPERATOR MUST ALWAYS BE UPSTREAM THE LOAD.

CAUTION
MAX. ADMITTED SLOPE WITH EMPTY VEHICLE 20° - 36%

CAUTION
MAX ADMITTED SLOPE WITH LOADED VEHICLE 11° - 20%


NEVER steer on a grade or unstable ground, which causes a turnover.

NEVER travel across a grade. When travelling on a grade, travel up and down in parallel with the grade. Be careful to travel on the frozen ground since the machine tends to skid or fall down.

1.4 LOAD AND TRANSPORTATION

1. CAREFULLY LOAD AND UNLOAD THE MINIDUMPER
ALWAYS load and unload the machine on the level ground.
ALWAYS use a ramp that has sufficient strength, width, length, and thickness.
Remove ice, snow, or slippery material from the ramp and truck deck before loading.
NEVER make a turn on a ramp.

2. TRANSPORTATION
Be sure to engage the swing lock.

1.5 PARKING THE MACHINE

WARNING
IN THE EVENT OF STANDSTILL ON SLOPING GROUND OR IF THE MACHINE IS PARKED TO INTERRUPT OPERATIONS, ALWAYS ENGAGE THE PARKING BRAKE.
IN THE EVENT OF PROLONGED PARKING ON STEEPLY SLOPING GROUND LOCK THE TRACKS WITH ADDITIONAL WEDGES.

1. PARKING ON BANKS AND SLOPES
NEVER leave the machine on or near any bank which may case or on the edge of an excavation which might give way. Back the machine away from such areas which it is to be left idle or unattended for more than a brief period. Whenever possible, park on level ground.

2. PARKING THE MACHINE ON THE ROAD
If you have to park the machine on the road, use appropriate flags, barriers flares, and warning signals.
3. OPERATOR LEAVING MACHINE
ALWAYS stop the motor before leaving the machine unattended. Check that all the locks are engaged and the parking brake is engaged.
When the machine is not being used, always remove the key and press the emergency mushroom button.

1.6 BATTERIES

1. PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE BATTERIES

Do not access the battery compartment and do not remove the guards while the machine is in use.

WARNING
THE BATTERIES ARE DANGEROUS AND MUST BE HANDLED BY QUALIFIED STAFF. IN CASE OF A SHORT CIRCUIT THE BATTERIES CAN EXPLODE: DO NOT SHORT-CIRCUIT THEM FOR ANY REASON WHATSOEVER.

In case of failure or if the cell casing breaks corrosive liquids and/or explosive gases may leak out.
Avoid direct contact with the parts of the cell that are not covered. If this should happen, wash the affected areas immediately with abundant clean water and soap.

In the event of electrolyte contact with eyes, rinse them with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and immediately seek medical assistance.

DANGER
In the event of a fire, or temperatures higher than 150°C the battery may release
substances which might endanger health.
If the battery catches fire or is exposed to extreme heat and emits smoke, clear
people from the area, protect airways and extinguish the fire with water or other
D-type fire extinguishing means (CO2 fire extinguishers)
If necessary, cover the cell completely with water

2. BATTERY RECHARGE

WARNING
BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY RECHARGING OPERATIONS MAKE SURE THAT THE MACHINE DOES NOT HAVE ANY
DAMAGED PARTS THAT CAN COME INTO DIRECT CONTACT WITH THE LIVE PARTS.
IF GENERATORS ARE BEING USED TO RECHARGE THE BATTERIES, MAKE SURE THEY ARE ELECTRONICALLY STABILISED MODELS WITH A POWER OF AT LEAST 5 KVA.

Before connecting the vehicle to the electrical power supply, make sure the electrical system used complies with safety standards. Namely, the electrical power supply should be protected against overcurrent (e.g. with fuses or with a circuit breaker) and the differential protection device. If in doubt, contact your KATO IMER dealer or the local electricity company.

The electrical wiring must have an effective grounding system.

Before connecting the vehicle to the electrical power supply, make sure the technical features of shunt the are compatible with those required for the vehicle and indicated near the recharge socket. Only use connectors compatible with the vehicle's socket.

FEATURES OF THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION:
Voltage 230V +/- 10% - 50-60Hz
Maximum absorbed current 15 A

The power supply cable should be suited for frequent handling and have a scratch-proof coating (for instance H07RN-F). If the cable is subject to wear or damage, replace it immediately.

Place the machine as close as possible to the electrical socket and avoid using long cables or extensions that may get in the way. Safety extend the power supply cable and avoid placing in such a manner that it may get in the way.

If using an extension or a multiple socket, check that they tolerate the overall amount of electricity required.

Ensure he machine is well ventilated and check that the ventilation grid is not clogged.

Avoid connecting the machine to the socket when the cable, the connections or the battery compartment on the machine are wet, and always follow the washing instructions.

Recharge the batteries in areas that are protected from the elements.

It is good practice to disconnect the vehicle from the charger once it has finished recharging. The word FINISH will appear in the screen when the batteries are fully charged.

Perform the complete recharge equalization at least once a month to avoid batteries deteriorating when the machine remains inactive for long periods.

3. PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE EXTENSIONS

Avoid using extensions twisted in a helical fashion on the drums. If the mobile plug-type socket outlets are positioned in transit areas, they should the adequately protected against mechanical damage.

The table below lists the recommended lengths according to the section of the conducting cable.
Power supply voltage/model Recommended cable section
230V - 50-60Hz - 16A Section (mm2) 2,5 4 6
Length (m) 0-15m 15-25m 25-40m

4. USING ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT IN THE PRESENCE OF WATER

Avoid using the machine under heavy rain or water jets or if there is a large amount of water on the ground.
Take the usual precautions when using electrical equipment.

1.7 MAINTENANCE

1. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Maintenance work can be hazardous if not done in a careful manner. All personnel
should realize the hazards and strictly follow safe practices.

Before undertaking any maintenance or repair work always consult the instruction
manual. Before ANY maintenance work, stop the motor and engage the parking brake in order to prevent any movement that may cause damage to the operator. Lift the
accessory and introduce the special safety retainer.

NEVER allow anyone to work on the undercarriage when the accessory is lifted and not properly blocked.
During maintenance operations, mark the control levers with labels. These labels can only be removed by aware personnel able to ensure that safety rules are fully observed.

Before working on the vehicle ensure it is disconnected from the electrical power supply and press the emergency button.

The protections of the battery pack and the electrical panel may be removed only by personnel authorized to do so, as even with the power supply cable disconnected from the electrical power supply, the battery may still be loaded and they may be live parts.
The machine and its metal parts are connected to the ground circuit via the network cable. When the network cable is disconnected the machine is isolated from the ground.

Namely, strong collisions or other accidents may cause the battery poles to come in contact with other metal parts of the machine, especially the protections. Should this happen, before any other operations, maintenance operators should always prevent this from occurring and check the potential of the protections.

2. CLEANING THE MACHINE

Maintain the machine clean for safe operation. Remove any dirt or grease, check the supplied equipment.
Do not place anything flammable around the machine.

3. WASHING INSTRUCTIONS

Before washing the machine turn it off or disconnect it from the charger.
- make sure there are no damaged parts and that the guards are all in place;
- do not overuse the water jet on the dashboard, inside the motor compartment, through the grilles and in the battery compartments;
- use low pressure water and do not use solvents;
- after washing, compatibly with the weather conditions, wait for the machine to dry completely before turning it on or recharging it;
- it is possible to use compressed air, being careful to avoid directing it on the aforementioned devices.

If the washing instructions have not been followed, wait a couple of days before using it again.

It is good practice to re-grease the parts that require lubrication if you believe it was removed during the washing operations.

4. ADJUSTING HYDRAULIC PRESSURE

Only qualified person is allowed to gauge and adjust the hydraulic pressure following the specified procedure and using the correct gauge if necessary.
If there is no qualified person, consult your local distributor.

5. PREVENTING FIRE AND EXPLOSIONS

Do not expose the vehicle to excessive heat, especially during recharging operations.
The batteries may explode if the vehicle catches fire.
Keep away fuel, lubricants and coolants from any fire or heat. Most of them are very flammable.
Do not use the machine in fire-sensitive areas or explosive hazardous areas or in underground areas.

NEVER SMOKE while using the machine or during maintenance operations or in a place close to flammable objects.

5. MAINTENANCE OF THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

Before disconnecting hydraulic fluid lines on a hydraulic machine, be sure you:
- shut off motor;
- place the shovel, if any, on the ground;
- the accessory is lifted and the safety retainer engaged;
- always release any pressurized air on hydraulic tank (by opening the fill cap);
- move control levers and pedals repeatedly through their operating positions to relieve pressure in the cylinders.

Make sure all connections are tight and that lines, pipes, and hoses are in good condition before starting the motor.

If you are struck by escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure, serious reactions can occur if proper medical treatment is not administered immediately.

DANGER OF SHORT CIRCUIT. Remember that the batteries are supplied with energy and can generate a short circuit in any part of the machine.

1.8 “WARNING” SIGNS AND LABELS

There are several specific safety signs on your machine. Their exact location and description of the hazard are reviewed in this section. Please take the time to familiarize yourself with these safety signs. Wake sure that you can read all safety signs. Clean or replace these if you cannot read the words or see the pictures.
When cleaning the labels use a cloth, water and soap. Do not use solvent, gasoline, etc. If a label is on a part that is replaced, make sure a new label is installed on the replaced part.