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- Page 1 Instruction manual for rescue equipment Multifunction tools e100 and le100 e100 le100 173100085 EN Edition 07.2017 replaces 10.2015 (Original instruction manual)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Page 1. Hazard classifications 2. Product safety 3. Intended use 4. Functional description 4.1 Description 4.2 Structure and functions 4.3 Hydraulic circuit diagram 4.4 Operating movement controls 5. Operation 5.1 Battery for StrongArm™ e100/le100 5.2 Operating the star grip 6. Cutting, spreading, spread open doors, lifting 6.1 Safety notes 6.2 Cutting 6.3 Spreading 6.4 Spreading open doors... - Page 3 Contents Page 10. R epairs 10.1 General information 10.2 Preventive service 10.3 Repairs 11. T roubleshooting 12. T echnical data 12.1 StrongArm™ e100/le100 12.2 Noise emission 12.3 Operating and storage temperature ranges 12.4 Oscillation / vibration 12.5 Torque specification and wrench size for pivot bolt 13. E C Declaration of Conformity 14. L ighting unit (optional expansion possibility) 15. I nstructions regarding disposal...
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Page 4: Hazard Classifications
1. Hazard classifications We differentiate between various categories of safety instructions. The table shown below provides an overview of the assignment of symbols (pictograms) and signal words to the specific danger and the possible consequences. Damage / Pictogram Keyword Definition Consequences injury to Death or severe DANGER! Immediate danger injury Potentially Potential death or WARNING! dangerous serious injury situation Less dangerous Minor or slight CAUTION! situation injury Damage to the equipment, Risk of damage damage to the ATTENTION! to property/ environment, environment damage to surroundings Handling tips and No injury/damage... -
Page 5: Product Safety
2. Product safety LUKAS products are developed and manufactured to ensure the best performance and quality when used as intended. The safety of the operator is the most important consideration in product design. Furthermore, the operating instructions are intended to help you use LUKAS products safely. The generally applicable legal and other binding regulations pertaining to the prevention of accidents and protection of the environment apply and are to be complied with in addition to the operating instructions. The equipment may only be operated by persons with appropriate training in the safety aspects of such equipment, otherwise, there is a risk of injury. We would like to point out to all users that they should carefully read the operating instructions and the instructions they contain before they use the equipment and carefully follow them. We further recommend that you have a qualified trainer show you how to use the product. CAUTION! - Page 6 In the event of malfunction, Do not carry out any changes immediately deactivate the (additions or conversions) device and secure it. Repair to the equipment without the fault immediately. obtaining the prior approval of LUKAS. Observe all safety and danger All safety and danger information on the device and instructions on the device in the operating instructions. must always be complete and in a legible condition. Any mode of operation which Repairs to the equipment compromises the safety and/ may only be carried out by or stability of the device is a trained service technician forbidden! with specific knowledge of the device. Safety devices may never be Only genuine LUKAS disabled! accessories and spare parts are to be used for repairs.
- Page 7 Please ensure that you do not Please ensure that the become entangled in cables battery contacts are not short- and trip when working with or circuited. transporting the device. The build-up of static charges Only touch broken-off or and therefore possible cut-off parts while wearing sparking must be avoided protective gloves, as the torn / when handling the device. cut edges can be very sharp. The StrongArm™ devices StrongArm™ e100/le100 is NOT suitable for use under have an IP54 protection class. They are suitable for use in water. wet weather conditions and are splash proof. The equipment is filled with When working with or storing hydraulic fluid. This hydraulic the equipment, ensure that fluid can be detrimental to the function and the safety health if it is swallowed or of the equipment are not its vapor is inhaled. Direct impaired by the effects of contact with the skin must severe external temperatures be avoided for the same and that the equipment is not reason. Also, when handling damaged in any way. Please hydraulic fluid, note that it can note that the equipment can negatively affect biological also heat up over a long...
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Page 8: Intended Use
The generally applicable, legal and other binding national and international regulations pertaining to the prevention of accidents and protection of the environment apply and are to be implemented in addition to the instruction manual. WARNING / CAUTION / PLEASE NOTE! The device is intended exclusively for the purpose stated in the operating instructions (see chapter “Proper Use”). Any other use is not in accordance with its designated purpose. The manufacturer/supplier is not liable for any damage resulting from improper use. The user bears sole responsibility for such use. - Page 9 - prestressed and hardened parts such as springs, spring steels, steering columns and rollers - pipes under gas or liquid pressure, - compound materials (steel/concrete) - explosive bodies such as airbag cartridges The operating pressure placed on the rescue device may only be directly changed after consultation with LUKAS. A change in settings may result in damage to property and/or injuries. The StrongArm™ e100/le100 device is not explosion-protected! When using the devices in potentially explosive environment, the following must be excluded: - that the device could trigger an explosion.
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Page 10: Functional Description
4. Functional description 4.1 Description The cutting and spreading tool StrongArm™ e100/le100 has been designed in such a way that a hydraulically operated piston activates mechanical joints symmetrically to open or close a set of two opposing tool arms, thus enabling objects to be cut or spread. Additionally, door opener tool tips especially designed for that purpose can be positioned in very narrow gaps or cracks to spread them apart. For all devices, the movement is activated by means of a valve in the form of a star grip. All devices employ a deadman switch and full load-supporting function when the star grip is released. The StrongArm™ e100/le100 device does not need to be connected to an external hydraulic source (e.g. a motor pump). Generation of the required hydraulic pressure takes place within the body of the device. A rechargeable battery serves as drive and energy source. The accumulator battery can be inserted into the opening provided in the body of the tool. It is then automatically locked into position. You can extend the operating time of your device by using several batteries. The batteries can be recharged after use, using the external charger. A universal accessory rail is mounted to the top of the StrongArm™ to allow optional equip- ment to be mounted to the tool. For example, a flashlight can be mounted to facilite work being done under poor lighting conditions. There is an illuminated ring around the switch on the e100 (blue) StrongArm™ tool to in- dicate the tool is on and ready for operation. The le100 (black) StrongArm™ tool does not have this feature in order to keep visibility low. Another indicator that either tool is ready for operation is that that the switch is recessed when it is “on”. This also prevents accidental activation. -
Page 11: Structure And Functions
4.2 Structure and functions 4.2.1 Illustration with combination tips 1 Star grip 2 Main switch 3 Quick exchange battery 4 Release button for battery 5 Handle (rotates 360°) 6 Locking bolt, pull up to unlock 7 Ventilation slots 8 Tool tips (combination snap-on tips) 9 Blade arms 10 Pivot bolt with secured nut 1 1a Front plastic housing 11b Rear plastic housing 12 Tool body 13 Protective cover 14 Accessory rail 15 Lighting unit (optional expansion) - Page 12 4.2.2 Blade arms without combi or door opening tips Blade arm Cutting edge Blade arm 4.2.3 Combination tips (snap-on tips) Please note! Use caution installing or removing tips. Wear protective gloves to avoid injury. Push button to release and automatically lock the tool tip Combination tip...
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Page 13: Hydraulic Circuit Diagram
4.2.4 Door opening tips (snap-on tips) Please note! Use caution installing or removing tips. Wear protective gloves to avoid Push button to release injury. and automatically lock the tool tip 3-Finger door opening tip CAUTION! Use combination and door opening tips only in pairs. Never combine a single combination tip with a single door opening tip. 2-Finger door opening tip 4.2.5 Rotatable handle The handle can be rotated about 360 degrees with four set points every 90 degrees. This allows for easy change of position of the tool for the best angle attack. To do this, pull the locking pin upwards while turning the handle to the desired position. Let go of the locking pin... -
Page 14: Operating Movement Controls
4.4 Operating movement controls The piston movement is controlled by the star grip on the attached valve (see illustration below). The symbols show the turning direction for opening and closing the tool tips. Star grip 5. Operation 5.1 Battery for StrongArm™ e100/le100 Commissioning Before initial operation, the battery of the rescue device must be fully loaded, using the external charger. -
Page 15: Operating The Star Grip
5.2 Operating the star grip Open the device ( Turn the star grip in the direction of the corresponding symbol (open) and hold it in this position. Close the device ( Turn the star grip in the direction of the corresponding symbol (close) and hold it in this position. Deadman function: Following release, the star grip automatically returns to the pivot position, fully guaranteeing load retention. 6. Cutting, spreading, spread open doors, lifting 6.1 Safety notes Before rescue work can commence, the object must be stabilized in its current position. Ensure that the objects to be worked on are adequately stabilized/shored to ensure that there is no risk of sliding or shifting. -
Page 16: Cutting
The following are to be worn when working with the rescue equipment: - protective clothing, - safety helmet with visor or protective goggles, - protective gloves - safety shoes - and, if necessary, ear protection - wear special protective clothing in case of extremely high temperatures Before operating the device, you should ensure that no participants or bystanders are at risk from the movements of the device or from flying fragments! Avoid unnecessary damage to property belonging to others or to objects not involved in the rescue or damage caused by flying fragments. It is strictly prohibited to reach into the path of the device (e.g. between the blades/spreader arms and the material/object to which the force is to be applied)! CAUTION / PLEASE NOTE! The strong effect of the force of the rescue equipment during operation could cause pieces of the vehicle to break off or fly off, posing a danger to persons. -
Page 17: Spreading
Higher cutting capacities can be achieved by cutting as close as possible to the blade’s pivot point. WRONG RIGHT During cutting, the gap between the blade tips (in the transverse direction) must not be exceeded, otherwise the blade is in danger of breaking: StrongArm™ max. gap between the blade tips Einheit [mm] / [in.] e100 / le100 / 0.08 ATTENTION! Where possible, avoid cutting through high-strength parts of the vehicle body (e.g. side impact protection). This may result in damage to the blades or to increased wear and tear! 6.3 Spreading Use the front of the tips only to increase an existing gap. To increase grip and to avoid having... - Page 18 (Illustration of the spreader tips as an example.) Working surface is too small, Tips get a safe grip. Work with the tips only. tips slip off. Do not damage the tool Only for increasing the size arms! of a gap (not suitable for spreading) Every effort should be made to fully engage the width of the tip during a spreading / lifting maneuver (see picture below). Failure to do so, could result in debris flying.
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Page 19: Spreading Open Doors
6.4 Spreading open doors The door opener tips are especially designed for using them for forced opening of locked doors. 6.4.1 Points of application: Doors with single protection: locking furniture and hinge plates. Doors with multiple protection: locking furniture, hinge plates and at each locking bolt, if required. 6.4.2 Procedure When applying the unit, the claws must be pressed or beaten into the door crack as hard and deep as possible (refer to application examples). When working in an environment which involves the risk of explosions, sparks must be avoided when the claws are pushed into the door gap! WARNING / CAUTION / ATTENTION! - There is the risk of sparks, if the device gets in contact with metal or stone! - There is the danger of injuries in the area doors breaking open. - Page 20 6.4.3 Operating safety instructions and application examples When operating rescue devices, wear • protective clothing • helmet with visor or goggles • protective gloves. WARNING / CAUTION / ATTENTION! During operation of this rescue device, parts of the object worked on with this device may break away and endanger people standing nearby. Onlookers must be kept at a safety clearance (of at least 5 m / 16 ft.). Application example - office door Application example - steel door...
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Page 21: Lifting
6.5 Lifting WARNING / CAUTION / ATTENTION! The load must NEVER exceed threading force of the multifunction tool. CAUTION / ATTENTION! The load to be lifted must be secured against slipping as prescribed in the respective applicable guidelines and regulations. - Work only with the middle area of the tips. - Do not damage the tool arms. WARNING / CAUTION / ATTENTION! Before dismantling the used equipment, you must ensure that the load being moved is in stable, non-slip location! -
Page 22: Accessories
7. Accessories 7.1 Battery Only LUKAS lithium-ion rechargeable batteries may be used to operate the device. These guarantee optimum performance and maximize the operating time of the device. NOTE: To ensure maximum operating time and maximum uptime, you must make sure that the battery is always fully charged before connecting it to a rescue device. NOTE: Indicator lights are the same as found on SCBA systems (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus - Query button(I) Charging state Symbols G, G, Y, R). Release button display Technical Data nom. Voltage Capacity Energy Weight Unit V DC Battery 25.2 98.3 The charge status display is activated either by pressing a switch or activates automatically when reaching a certain charge level (see table below). Capacity Activated by switch... -
Page 23: Battery Charger
7.2 Battery charger Only the battery charger from the LUKAS accessories list may be used for the lithium-ion batteries. This guarantees optimum charging and operating time for the battery. NOTE: Pay strict attention to the separate operating instructions for the battery charger. 7.3 Attachment strap The single point attachment strap will be placed on the tool before the pump housing and tool head are assembled. It is the ONLY recommended way to carry this tool using a harness. It will spin freely to allow easy repositioning of the tool. The attachment strap will need to be replaced by an authorized dealer. LUKAS offers this attachment strip as accessory. For more information please turn to your authorized LUKAS dealer! Single point attachment strap... -
Page 24: Accessory Rail
7.4 Accessory rail The accessory rail allows the attachment and variable positioning of various lighting units. The lighting unit is optional and not offered by LUKAS. Accessory rail Fixing screws (hex socket head) 8. Dismantling the equipment / deactivation following operation Once work has been completed, the device arms should be closed until the tips are only a few millimeters apart. This relieves the hydraulic and mechanical strain on the equipment. NOTE: Never store the device with fully closed arms! By fully closing the arms, hydraulic pressure and mechanical tension may develop in the device. Clean the device after each operation and grease all metal surfaces as well as all moving parts. The lock pin (button) of the plug-on tips should also be greased from time to time. Greasing provides protection against excessive wear and tear as well as corrosion. Avoid storing the equipment in a damp environment. -
Page 25: Maintenance And Service
Federal Republic of Germany, regular safety inspections according to the regulations of the Gesetzlichen Unfallversicherung (GUV; ‘Legal accident insurance’) are mandatory. ATTENTION! Clean off any dirt before checking the equipment! WARNING / CAUTION / PLEASE NOTE! To perform maintenance and repairs, personal safety equipment appropriate for the work is a mandatory requirement. The maintenance and repair staff must have adequate technical and specialized knowledge. LUKAS offers appropriate training courses for this. 9.1 Oil change Under normal working conditions routine oil changes are not necessary with StrongArm™ tools. The prerequisite is that: • the tools are always properly handled and stowed as per the applicable operating manual • the tools are tested on a regular basis as per our instructions on preventive maintenance • after 10 years service life an oil change is recommended Regular tests, oil change and/or repairs must be carried out by repair and maintenance... -
Page 26: Inspections Strongarm™ E100/Le100
9.2 Inspections StrongArm™ e100/le100 Inspections to be carried out: Visual Inspection StrongArm™ e100/le100 with cutting and spreading function • Opening width of the blade arms on the tips (see chapter "Technical data"), • General tightness (leaks), • Operability of the star grip - check the automatic return into middle position after release (deadman function), • Existence and stability of handle and rotation function, • Labels complete and legible, • Covers in perfect condition, • Check the torque of the pivot bolt (for torque M see "Technical Data"). • Blade arms free of cracks and nicks or deformations on the cutting surfaces, • Cutting surfaces fit on top of each other without making contact, • Bolts and retaining rings of the blade arms are in place and in good condition, • Illumination of main switch (blue device), (work area optionally) fully functional. • Opening width of arms at the tips (see chapter "Technical Data"), • Tool arms/tips not cracked, • Pins and retaining rings on the tool tips are present and in a proper condition, • Corrugation of the tips clean and well-edged, no tears. -
Page 27: Checking And Exchanging The Filter Element
9.4 Checking and exchanging the filter element The air suction filter is to be checked at least once a year or after use in a dusty environment. The filter can be checked from the outside if the battery is removed (see illustrations below). If the filter is severely contaminated, it will need to be replaced. The removable filter cover is located on the outside at the rear housing where it is fixed with two screws. Procedure: 1. Unscrew the two attachment screws at the cover with a torx wrench/screwdriver (TX 15) and take the cover off (see illustration below). 2. Now you can take out the filter element and replace it by a new one. 3. Reassembling will be carried in reverse order. Do not exceed the torque of 1.5 Nm (13 lbf·in.), to avoid damaging the thread or housing. Filter element Filter element Filter cover Attachment screws (torx TX 15) -
Page 28: Repairs
WARNING / CAUTION / PLEASE NOTE! To avoid injuries, take out the battery each time before you do any repairs. This avoids an unwanted start up or movement in the cutting and spreading area of the device. As the devices may also be pressurized when not in operation, protective clothes must be worn when repairs are being carried out. NOTE: Always register your tool on the LUKAS internet site. This is the only way to guarantee extended warranty cover. ATTENTION! Because LUKAS devices are designed for highest performance, only components specified in the spare parts list for the appropriate equipment may be replaced. Other components in the device may only be replaced if: - You have participated in an appropriate LUKAS service training course. - You have been explicitly granted permission by LUKAS Customer Service... -
Page 29: Preventive Service
In addition, the metal surfaces are to coated with a suitable medium to counteract corrosion (not the electrical contacts in the connection slot, on the battery). (In case of doubt, contact your authorized LUKAS dealer or LUKAS directly!) 10.2.2 Function and load test If there is any doubt regarding the safety or reliability of a device, a function and stress test must also be performed by an authorized LUKAS dealer or LUKAS directly. - Page 30 10.3.2 Replacing the handle 1. Unscrew the two attachment screws with an Allen key. 2. Remove the lower part of the handle while holding the upper part. Then take off the upper part. 3. Position the new handle and hold it, while mounting the lower part with the attachment screws (use medium strength thread lock e.g. LOXEAL® 54-03 or Loctite 243). Attachment screw Attachment screw (hex socket head) 10.3.3 Replacing the blade arms 1. Close the blade arms so that the tips are almost touching and remove the battery. 2. Remove protective cover as described before.
- Page 31 3. Remove lock screw with an Allen key (2 mm / 0.08 in.). 4. Unscrew nut of pivot bolt ( wrench size 30) and remove bolt. 5. Remove retaining rings on both blade arm bolts and remove them. 6. Remove blade arms and replace with new ones. 7. Reassembly is carried out in reverse order. Lock screw Lock nut Blade arm Blade arm bolt Pivot bolt Retaining ring ATTENTION! Don’t forget to apply LUKAS special grease to all sliding surfaces. NOTE: The torques specifications required can be taken from the spare parts list of your particular unit. 10.3.4 Decals All damaged and/or illegible decals (safety notices, type plate etc.) must be replaced. Procedure: 1. Remove damaged and/or illegible decals. 2. Clean surfaces with industrial alcohol. 3. Affix new decals. Take care to affix the labels in the correct positions. If this is no longer known, you should ask your authorized LUKAS dealer or contact LUKAS directly.
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Page 32: Troubleshooting
11. Troubleshooting Fault Check Cause Solution Blades, spreader arms Battery fully Battery week Charge battery move slowly or jerkily charged? Battery defective Replace battery when operated Air in the hydraulic Repair by an system authorized dealer, by personnel specially trained by LUKAS, or by LUKAS itself Blades, spreader arms Battery fully Battery week Charge battery do not move when charged? operated Battery defective Replace battery Device doesn’t Device defective Repair by an perform at its given authorized dealer, power by personnel specially trained by LUKAS, or by... -
Page 33: Technical Data
5 minutes, despite charging the batteries according to the instructions. Contact an authorized LUKAS dealer or the LUKAS Customer Service Department directly if the malfunctions cannot be rectified. The address for the LUKAS Customer Service Department is: LUKAS Hydraulik GmbH A Unit of IDEX Corporation Weinstrasse 39, D-91058 Erlangen Tel.: (+49) 09131 / 698 - 348 Fax.: (+49) 09131 / 698 - 353 http://www.lukas.com 12. Technical data Since all values are subject to tolerances, minor differences may occur between the data on your equipment and the data in the following tables. The values may also differ because of reading inaccuracies and/or tolerances in the measuring equipment used. If the given values in the tables are re-converted into different... -
Page 34: Strongarm™ E100/Le100
12.1 StrongArm™ e100/le100 Device type StrongArm™ e100 / le100 95-10-10 (e100 blue) Item number 95-10-11 (le100 black) [mm] 796 x 195 x 210 Dimensions (excluding battery) L x W x H [in.] 31.3 x 7.7 x 8.3 [mm] 215 mm Opening width (at the tips) with combi tips [in.] [mm] 207 mm Opening width cutting (end of cutting area w/ combi tips [in.]... -
Page 35: Noise Emission
12.2 Noise emission Device type e100 / le100 Idling (measured at a distance of 1 m, [dB(A)] according to EN) Full load (measured at a distance of 1 m, [dB(A)] according to EN) Idling (measured at a distance of 4 m, [dB(A)] according to NFPA) Full load (measured at a distance of 4 m, [dB(A)] according to NFPA) 12.3 Operating and storage temperature ranges Device including rechargeable battery Operating temperature, standard [°C] / [°F] -20 … +55 -4 … +131 Operating temperature extreme range for 9 min., cyclical (device... -
Page 36: Ec Declaration Of Conformity
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Page 37: Lighting Unit (Optional Expansion Possibility)
14. Lighting unit (optional expansion possibility) The lighting unit is optional and not offered by LUKAS. The illustration shows a typical installation of a flashlight as an overview. Rail groove Rail key Accessory rail Pay always attention to the separate instruction manual provided from the supplier or manufacturer to mount and operate your flashlight unit as intended. The light must be separately ordered by the customer at a deliberate supplier. LUKAS recommends the TLR Series offered by STREAMLIGHT. Short description TLR Series: Mounting the light to the device: 1. Open the rail clamp tensioning bolt and position the illumination unit at the outer bottom edge of the accessory rail, so that the rail key matches the rail groove (see illustration below). Now snap the unit into place by pressing it down until you detect or hear it clearly engaging. - Page 38 Rail clamp tensioning bolt Paddle switch Rail key Rail groove Accessory rail (image as a sample) Attachment screws (hex socket head) NOTE: Pay also strict attention to the separate operating instructions for the light and take further details from it.
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Page 39: Instructions Regarding Disposal
15. Instructions regarding disposal Please duly dispose of all packaging materials and removed items. Electrical equipment, accessories and packaging should always be disposed of in an environmentally compatible way. Only for EU countries: Do not dispose of electrical equipment with your household waste! According to the European Directive 2002/96/EC governing electrical and electronic waste and their application in national legislation, old electrical equipment must be separately collected and recycled in an environmentally compatible manner. Please also take into account the notes in the separate operating instructions for the battery chargers. - Page 40 A Unit of IDEX Corporation Weinstrasse 39, D-91058 Erlangen Tel.: (+49) 0 91 31 / 698 - 0 Fax.: (+49) 0 91 31 / 698 - 394 E-mail: lukas.info@idexcorp.com www.lukas.com Made in USA e100_le100_manual_173100085_EN.indd © Copyright 2017 LUKAS Hydraulik GmbH...
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