Operating and Maintenance Manual Lift/Transport System Dynamic Design Pharma, Inc. 23332 Madero Road, Suite J Mission Viejo, California 92691 Phone 949-643-1120 Fax: 949-639-0440 Revision 1.0 Date: August 2011 Page 1
1. GENERAL 3 2. TERMINOLOGY 4 3. NOTES, CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS 5 4. DETAILED DESCRIPTION 6 5. INSTALLATION 10 6. OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS 12 7. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 28 8. SYSTEM SPECIFICATION 43 9. RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS 46 10. DRAWINGS 47 Page 2
1. GENERAL 1.1. Introduction This document is the operating and maintenance instruction manual for the Lift-Transport System manufactured by Dynamic Design Pharma, Mission Viejo, California for Customer. 1.2. General description of the Lift/Transport System 1.2.1. The system is a transport device designed to safely and efficiently lifting and transporting NRC Canisters within the facility. 1.2.2. The Lift/Transport System is easily moved around by means of its four swivel casters, allowing maneuverability in all directions. 1.2.3. The Lift Transport System suspends the NRC Canister into position by means of a lifting arm that is adjustable in its elevation. A hand crank located on the side of the main column permits fine tuning of the NRC Canister elevation during docking. 1.2.4. For reference, the NRC Canister does not need to be rotated to dock onto a standard RTP port. The NRC canister features a forward flange that, by means of a bearing system and dynamic seal, is free to rotate in relation to the canister. As a result, the canister can be locked onto the RTP port without requiring to be rotated. 1.2.5. The NRC Lift/Transport System provides means of docking, undocking and transporting the NRC canister without requiring the operator to support the weight of the canister during the necessary operations. Page 3
2. TERMINOLOGY 2.1. NRC Canister: Non-Rotating Canister Dynamic Design Pharma s proprietary technology 2.2. NR Flange: The flange located between the beta flange and the canister assembly that provides the rotating functionality of the beta flange relative to the canister assembly. 2.3. Isolator Chamber: Chamber inside which the sterile or contained work is being conducted and onto which the Alpha ports are attached. 2.4. RTP Port: Port system composed of the alpha and beta flanges that permit access to the internal volume of a sterile or containment chamber without affecting the sterility of the chamber nor contaminating the environment surrounding the chamber. 2.5. Alpha Flange: The half of the RTP port which usually is attached on the isolator and has the swing access door. 2.6. Beta Flange: The half of the RTP port which is part of the RTP canister 2.7. Alpha/Beta Port Interlocking mechanism: Mechanism of the alpha port that locks/unlocks the alpha door in place. Also includes mechanical features that prevent opening of the door unless a beta flange is connected to the port and prevents removal of a connected beta flange unless the alpha door is locked 2.8. CW: Clockwise 2.9. CCW: Counterclockwise 2.10. Docking: the action of connecting the beta canister to the alpha port to allow the opening of the interconnecting doors and access to the internal volume of the canister from within the isolator chamber 2.11. RPM: Rotation per Minute 2.12. HPV: Hydrogen Peroxide Vapor decontamination agent Page 4
3. NOTES, CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS NOTE Text which describes information that is usable to the reader to better comprehend the hardware, process or documentation being discussed CAUTION Text which describes the actions that must be carefully followed to avoid causing damage to the hardware that is being handled WARNING Text which describes the actions that must be carefully followed to avoid injury to operator or maintenance personnel Page 5
4. DETAILED DESCRIPTION 4.1. Major System Components See Figure 1 4.1.1. Base Frame Assembly 4.1.2. Column Assembly 4.1.3. Arm Assembly 4.1.1.1. This is the structural base of the system, welded stainless steel construction. 4.1.2.1. This is the upright of the system and houses the vertical drive components of the lift. 4.1.3.1. This is the assembly that suspends the NRC Canister in position during transport and docking processes. ARM ASSEMBLY COLUMN ASSEMBLY BASE FRAME ASSEMBLY Figure 1 - Major System Components Page 6
4.2. Base Frame Assembly See Figure 2 4.2.1. The base of the system consists of a welded stainless steel structure that is rigid enough to assure a stable and safe movement of the loaded system within the facility 4.2.2. The base includes four swivel casters that permit movement of the system during transport and docking activities. 4.2.3. The base frame includes two outriggers that increase the stability of the system when conducting dockings at high elevations. See section 6.1 for outriggers operation. OUTRIGGER SWIVEL REAR CASTERS BASE FRAME WELDMENT OUTRIGGER LOCKDOWN SWIVEL FRONT CASTERS Figure 2 - Base Frame Assembly Page 7
4.3. Column Assembly See Figure 3 4.3.1. The column assembly attaches securely to the base and forms the main upright of the system. 4.3.2. The column assembly includes the vertical drive system that permits fine adjustment of the vertical position of the NRC canister being transported or docked. 4.3.3. The vertical drive is actuated by the external, manual lifting handle that also includes an attachment for a drill motor drive (maximum speed 3000 RPM). 4.3.4. The column also features a maneuvering handle with rubber grips to facilitate movement of the system. MANEUVERING HANDLE GEARBOX (REAR COVER REMOVED) LIFTING HANDLE TRANSMISSION (REAR COVER REMOVED) Figure 3 - Column Assembly Page 8
4.4. Lift Arm Assembly Figure 4 4.4.1. The arm assembly consists of a supporting carriage and a horizontal arm. 4.4.2. The carriage features four cam follower type rollers that constrain the carriage in all directions except for the vertical direction. An acme screw drives a matching nut that is mounted on the carriage. By turning the screw, the carriage is able to travel up/down the column assembly 4.4.3. The horizontal arm is solidly attached to the carriage and includes the following: 4.4.3.1. A linear travel that allows precise movement of the NRC canister into contact with the alpha flange during the docking process 4.4.3.2. An angular travel that allows fine tuning of the angular relationship between the NRC Canister and the alpha flange during the docking process ANGULAR ADJUSTMENT LINEAR ADJUSTMENT CARRIAGE ASSEMBLY NRC INTERFACE VERTICAL DRIVE SCREW Figure 4 - Lift Arm Assembly Page 9
5. INSTALLATION 5.1. The Lift/Transport system is shipped fully assembled and ready for use except for the addition of two fork lift support braces that are attached to the column assembly. See Figure 5. CAUTION Assure to bring the fork lift forks close to each other enough to prevent the unit to slip off while being lifted. As an additional safety measure, fasten the lift to the forklift forks using nylon straps prior to performing this task. Serious equipment damage will occur if the Lift/Transport were to come off the forklift forks during this operation WARNING Assure to bring the fork lift forks close to each other enough to prevent the unit to slip off while being lifted. As an additional safety measure, fasten the lift to the forklift forks using nylon straps prior to performing this task. Serious bodily injury could occur if the Lift/Transport were to come off the forklift forks during this operation FORLIFT SUPPORT BRACES OUTRIGGER PIVOT BLOCK Figure 5 - Fork lift interface Page 10
5.1.1. Remove either one of the two forklift support braces 5.1.2. Re-install the hardware 5.1.3. Remove the second forklift support brace 5.1.4. Re-install the hardware. 5.2. Outriggers installation 5.2.1. Once the Lift/Transport system has been removed from the shipping pallet, the two outriggers can be installed. 5.2.2. See section 6.1 in this manual for installation instructions. 5.3. System inspection prior to use 5.3.1. It is possible for components and hardware to loosen after shipment. 5.3.2. Follow the appropriate maintenance section in this manual to conduct a general inspection of the system and assure that it is ready to be placed into service, see section 7.1. Page 11
6. OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS NOTE The illustrations contained in this section depict the 460 NRC Canister but they are applicable to the 270 NRC Canister as well. The Lift/Transport interface features of the two canisters are identical. 6.1. Outriggers operation 6.1.1. The outriggers provide stability to the Lift/Transport system during NRC Canister docking operations. 6.1.2. During transport, the outriggers are stowed away as shown in Figure 6 OUTRIGGER (STOWED) Figure 6 - Outriggers position during transport Page 12
6.1.3. During docking operations, the outriggers must be deployed as shown in Figure 7 OUTRIGGER (DEPLOYED) Figure 7 - Outriggers in the deployed position Page 13
6.1.4. The outriggers are attached to the lift base frame by means of the attachment pull pin shown in Figure 8. 6.1.5. The outriggers are locked in either the stowed position or the deployed position by the positioning pull pin shown in Figure 8. Make sure to keep the outrigger locked in their desired position at all times POSITIONING PULL PIN ATTACHMENT PULL PIN Figure 8 - Outriggers pull pin Page 14
6.1.6. Once the outriggers are moved to the deployed position, they must be locked to the ground by turning the lock down knob shown in Figure 9 until the lock down foot contacts and securely clamps the floor. LOCK DOWN KNOB LOCK DOWN FOOT Figure 9 - Outriggers lock down to the ground WARNING The outrigger must be solidly clamped against the floor to assure of their effectiveness. Failure to clamp the outriggers down against the floor could result in the rendering the system unstable with potential for injury and component damage Page 15
6.2. Outriggers attachment to the base frame 6.2.1. Each outrigger is held in place by two (2) pull pins. One pull pin allows for rotation and separation of the outrigger from the base frame the other pull pin locks the outrigger into either the transport position or the deployed position 6.2.2. To separate the outrigger from the base frames both pull pins must be removed, see Figure 10 6.2.2.1. First remove the locking pull pin (the smaller one) 6.2.2.2. Second remove the pivoting pull pin 6.2.3. Reverse the above steps to install the outriggers onto the frame. LOCKING PULL PIN PIVOTING PULL PIN Figure 10 - Outriggers attachment to the base frame 6.3. Vertical adjustment of the Lift Arm position 6.3.1. The Lift/Transport allows for vertical adjustment of the NRC Canister support Lift Arm position, see Figure 11. 6.3.2. A manual hand wheel is located on the side of the column. Actuation of this hand wheel causes the vertical movement of the Lift Arm. Page 16
6.3.3. Included into the hand wheel is an adapter for a socket wrench, to facilitate the connection to a drill motor NOTE If a cordless drill motor is used for driving the vertical position of the Lift, use it in the torque mode, typical RPM of approximately 400RPM. CAUTION Do not run the vertical drive system at speeds exceeding 3000RPM 6.3.4. To raise the Lift Arm rotate the hand wheel CW 6.3.5. To lower the Lift Arm rotate the hand wheel CCW DRIVE SOCKET ADAPTER HAND WHEEL LIFT ARM ASSEMBLY SYSTEM COLUMN Figure 11 - Hand wheel for vertical adjustment of the Lift Arm Page 17
6.4. Linear adjustment of the NRC support structure 6.4.1. The Lift Arm assembly of the Lift/Transport System has built in components that allow for extension and retraction of the NRC Canister in the horizontal direction to aid the docking process, see Figure 12 6.4.2. For retraction of the arm, rotate the knob CW. 6.4.3. For extension of the arm, rotate the knob CCW LIFT ARM ASSEMBLY NRC CANISTER SUPPORT STRUCTURE SYSTEM COLUMN Figure 12 - Linear translation of the NRC Canister support structure of the Lift Arm Page 18
6.5. Angular adjustment of NRC Canister support structure 6.5.1. The Lift Arm of the Lift/Transport System has built in components to allow for angular adjustment of the NRC Canister during the docking process. See Figure 13. 6.5.2. Knobs are located on the top and underside of the NRC support structure, to help create parallelism between the Beta and the Alpha Port (see the docking process in this document for details) 6.5.3. To change the angle of the NRC Canister, rotate the angular adjustment knob until the desired alignment is achieved. LIFT ARM ASSEMBLY NRC CANISTER SUPPORT STRUCTURE SYSTEM COLUMN Figure 13 - Angular adjustment of the NRC Canisters support structure of the Lift Arm Page 19
6.6. NRC Canister Attachment to the Lift 6.6.1. The Lift/Transport suspends the NRC Canister during transport and docking processes. To suspend the NRC Canister, the Lift features two hooks with safety gates that hook onto a lifting bar located on the top of the NRC Canister. 6.6.2. Figure 14 shows the Lift to NRC Canister interface NRC LIFTING BAR SWIVEL HOOK SAFETY GATE Figure 14 - NRC Canister attachment to the Lift 6.6.3. Each hook is free to swing in the side to side direction. This movement permits the engagement of the hooks onto the canister. The same hooks are also rigid in the front to rear direction to allow reliable movement of the NRC Canister during the docking process. 6.6.4. Each hook also features a safety gate that, because of gravity, is free to swing down and lock. The safety gate locks the canister in place on the hook to prevent accidental separation of the NRC Canister from the Lift during transport. 6.6.5. Figure 15 shows the hook and gate system in schematic form Page 20
SUPPORT SUPPORT SUPPORT GATE GATE GATE HOOK HOOK HOOK NRC NRC NRC HOOK AND SAFETY GATE ENGAGED SAFETY GATE DISENGAGED HOOK AND SAFETY GATE DISENGAGED Figure 15 - Schematic of hook and safety gate system 6.6.6. Follow these steps to connect the Lift to the NRC canister. Assume that the Canister is resting in its storage cradle on a horizontal surface. 6.6.7. Bring the Lift into rough alignment with the NRC Canister so that the hooks of the Lift arm are positioned just above the lifting bar located on the top of the canister. 6.6.8. Manually drive the lift arm down while raising the safety gate away from the hook. This will allow engaging the hook into the lift bar of the canister. NOTE If there is an angular misalignment between the lift arm and the NRC Canister, it will be difficult to simultaneous engage both hooks. Use the angular adjustment to bring the two close to each other so that the hooks can be freely engaged onto the NRC Canister lift bar. 6.6.9. Once both hooks are engaged, manually raise the lift arm to fully engage the hooks and slightly lift the NRC Canister off its resting cradle. 6.6.10. Once the hooks are fully and properly engaged, the safety gates will swing down and lock in place. Page 21
NOTE Inspect that both hooks are well engaged on the canister safety bar and that the safety gates are fully engaged into the locked position. 6.6.11. Lift the NRC Canister off its cradle approximately 2 inches and manually test the connection to the lift by shaking the suspended NRC side to side using its lifting handles. CAUTION Failure to properly connect the NRC Canister to the Lift could allow the canister to abruptly disengage from the Lift/Transport during transport. Such sudden separation will cause damage to the equipment. WARNING Failure to properly connect the NRC Canister to the Lift could allow the canister to abruptly disengage from the lift during transport. Such sudden separation could cause injury to the operator Page 22
6.7. NRC Canister transport 6.7.1. The NRC canister can be safely transported within the manufacturing facility while suspended by the Lift/Transport system. Two ergonomically located handles permit easy maneuvering of the system. 6.7.2. As a safety measure, the Lift/Transport system should be in its lowest elevation during transport. Figure 16 below shows proper elevation of the NRC canister during transport. NRC CANISTER IN LOWEST POSITION Figure 16 - NRC Canister during transport Page 23
CAUTION It is recommended to lower the Lift/Transport system Lift Arm to its lowest elevation when the NRC Canister is being transported. CAUTION Care must be taken when moving the system within the facility. Abrupt changes in direction, bumps, and hitting stationary obstructions must be avoided. Page 24
6.8. Docking of the NRC canister to the RTP Port 6.8.1. Docking the suspended NRC canister entails bringing the NRC canister beta flange into alignment with the alpha flange of the RTP port and performing the docking operation. 6.8.2. Please refer to the NRC canister instruction manual for details of the Alpha and Beta flange docking sequence. 6.8.3. Figure 17 shows the view that the operator has during the alignment of the Alpha and Beta flanges. ALPHA/BETA ALIGNMENT Figure 17 - Docking position - Operator view - NRC Canister to Alpha flange Page 25
6.8.4. Refer to Figure 18 6.8.5. Move the linear adjustment of the NRC support structure to the retracted position, see previous section in this document 6.8.6. Bring the NRC beta flange into proximity to the RTP port alpha flange. 6.8.7. Using the vertical and angular adjustments previously described in this document, visually bring the beta flange into alignment with the alpha flange PARALELLISM NRC IN VERTICAL ALIGNMENT TO RTP PORT Figure 18 - NRC Canister beta flange alignment to the alpha flange Page 26
6.8.8. Refer to Figure 19. 6.8.9. Visually check the alignment of the beta flange lugs in relation to the receptacles in the RTP port alpha flange. Rotate the beta flange of the NRC Canister as necessary RECEPTACLE IN THE ALPHA FLANGE LUG IN THE BETA FLANGE Figure 19 Beta lug alignment with the Alpha receptacle 6.8.10. Using the linear adjustment of the NRC support structure bring the NRC Canister beta flange into contact with the Alpha flange 6.8.11. Attempt to turn the NRC Canister handles. If the alignment is satisfactory, the lugs of the beta flange will engage the receptacle of the alpha flange with very little resistance. NOTE Proper alignment of the two components will result in a successful docking process. Misalignment between the two components will result in a docking process requiring excessive force to be performed. CAUTION Do not disconnect the Lift/Transport system from the NRC Canister unless the NRC Canister is clearly fully docked to the alpha flange Page 27
7. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 7.1. System inspection use NOTE It is possible for components and hardware to loosen as a result of regular use. The following inspection steps will make sure that the system is ready for use. NOTE Absolute torque values are not necessary to perform this inspection. Adopt basic mechanical principles to assess proper tightness of the hardware Page 28
7.1.1. Refer to Figure 20 7.1.2. Check all column hardware for tightness. 7.1.3. Check all column to base hardware for tightness COLUMN HARDWARE COLUMN TO BASE HARDWARE Figure 20 - Column hardware inspection Page 29
7.1.4. Refer to Figure 21 7.1.5. Check the lift arm hardware for tightness 7.1.6. Check the canister support structure hardware for tightness 7.1.7. Check the acme nut attachment hardware for tightness LIFT ARM HARDWARE CANISTER SUPPORT STRUCTURE HARDWARE ACME NUT ATTACHMENT HARDWARE Figure 21 - Lift Arm hardware inspection Page 30
7.1.8. Refer to Figure 22 7.1.9. Check the hardware tightness of both NRC canister support hooks. 7.1.10. Check that the safety gates are free to swing down (from gravity). SUPPORT HOOKS HARDWARE SUPPORT HOOKS HARDWARE SAFETY GATE MUST BE FREE TO SWING Figure 22 - Support hooks hardware inspection Page 31
7.1.11. Refer to Figure 23 7.1.12. Check the tensioner mounting hardware 7.1.13. Check the idler sprocket hardware 7.1.14. Check the drive chain tension and adjust if necessary TENSIONER HARDWARE IDLER SPROCKET HARDWARE DRIVE CHAIN Figure 23 - Chain drive system inspection Page 32
7.2. Drive system description 7.2.1. The following is description of the drive system and its principal components. See Figure 24. 7.2.1.1. Right angle gearbox that connects with rotation capability the external hand crank with the transmission assembly located below the bulkhead 7.2.1.2. Drive shaft coupling that connects the gearbox to the drive shaft 7.2.1.3. Drive shaft that transmits rotary motion from the gearbox to the drive sprocket of the transmission GEAR BOX HAND WHEEL DRIVE SHAFT COUPLING DRIVE SHAFT TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY Figure 24 - Lift/Transport drive system Page 33
7.2.2. The following components are part of the transmission assembly located below the horizontal bulkhead. See Figure 25. 7.2.2.1. Drive sprocket that is driven by the drive shaft and transmits rotary motion to the driven sprocket. 7.2.2.2. Driven sprocket is rigidly mounted onto the vertical drive acme screw that moves the Lift Arm in the vertical direction. 7.2.2.3. The drive chain transmits motion between the drive sprocket and the driven sprocket 7.2.2.4. The idler sprocket is freewheeling on a fixed shaft and provides means for applying tension to the drive chain TENSIONER DRIVE SPROCKET IDLER LOCKING NUT DRIVEN SPROCKET DRIVE CHAIN LOCKING NUT Figure 25 - Transmission Assembly CAUTION Do not over-tighten the two locking nuts shown in Figure 25 as it could cause damage to the bearings. The locking nuts must be tightened to the point of removing all vertical play and without applying locking torque. Page 34
7.2.3. The following components transmit the rotary motion from the hand crank to the Lift Arm assembly. See Figure 26. 7.2.3.1. The Acme screw turns, supported by a load bearing plastic washer 7.2.3.2. The Acme nut is attached to the Lift Arm assembly 7.2.3.3. The rotation of the Acme screw results in precise vertical positioning of the Lift Arm assembly LIFT ARM ASSEMBLY ACME NUT ACME SCREW Figure 26 - Acme nut and leadscrew detail Page 35
7.3. System lubrication 7.3.1. The system is designed to be operated lubrication free except for the drive chain of the transmission assembly. NOTE Lubricate the drive chain at six (6) months intervals 7.3.1.1. Remove the rear access cover to gain access to the transmission mechanism. See Figure 27 TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY COVER MOUNTING SCREWS REAR ACCESS COVER Figure 27 - Rear access to the transmission assembly 7.3.1.2. Apply a small amount of food grade grease to the chain and the teeth of the sprockets 7.3.1.3. Actuate the mechanism to spread the grease over the surface of the components 7.3.1.4. Wipe all excess grease from the transmission components. Page 36
7.4. Chain tensioning 7.4.1. Tensioning of the drive chain is accomplished by tightening a tensioner swivel block located in transmission assembly. 7.4.2. Gain access to the internal components of the column by removing the rear access cover See Figure 27 7.4.3. Locate the chain tensioner assembly See Figure 25 7.4.4. Loosen the tensioner stud to allow the tensioner block to swing. 7.4.5. Adjust the tensioner stud until the desired tension is achieved NOTE A tightening torque is not given because it is not critical. The chain load is unidirectional because of gravity force applied by the Lift Arm. Apply just enough tension as to prevent slack side to side movement of the chain when pressed by a single finger CAUTION Do not over tighten the chain. Excessive tightening is not necessary and creates undesirable stress on the chain and bearings of the system 7.4.6. Tighten M10 hex locknut while blocking the tensioner stud to prevent it from turning 7.4.7. Test the chain tension by turning the hand wheel and watching for excessive slack in the chain when turning direction is reversed Page 37
7.5. Component inspection 7.5.1. The ball bearing and the drive chain shown in Figure 28 must be inspected for potential corrosion at regular intervals. NOTE Conduct this inspection at three (3) months intervals 7.5.2. Inspect the ball bearing for corrosion. Replace the ball bearing only if corrosion is visible and is clearly affecting functionality. Do not replace if the ball bearing is simply discolored and its functionality is unaffected. 7.5.3. Inspect the chain for corrosion. Use a clean rag and alcohol to remove residual grease from the chain. Replace the chain if corrosion is visible and is clearly affecting functionality. Do not replace the chain if the chain is simply discolored. 7.5.4. After the chain is inspected re-apply lubricant per section 7.3 BALL BEARING ACCESS PANEL DRIVE CHAIN ACCESS PANEL Figure 28 - Inspection Components Page 38
7.6. Removal of the lift arm assembly from the system 7.6.1. Removal of the Lift Arm is necessary to service the cam followers or to rebuild the NRC Canister support structure. See Figure 29 NRC CANISTER SUPPORT ASSEMBLY CAM FOLLOWERS Figure 29 - Lift Arm Assembly 7.6.2. Removal of the Lift Arm from the system requires disconnecting it from the Acme drive screw system and raising it off the guide rails located within the column assembly. Page 39
7.6.3. Lower the Lift Arm assembly to a position lower than the two upper guide rails shown in Figure 30 7.6.4. Remove the two upper guide rails from the system UPPER GUIDE RAILS MOUNTING HARDWARE Figure 30 - Upper guide rails removal Page 40
7.6.5. Disconnect the Acme nut mounting block from the Lift Arm assembly. 7.6.6. This allows lifting the Lift Arm assembly freely off the Acme nut mounting block. See Figure 31 MOUNTING HARDWARE ACME NUT MOUNTING BLOCK ACME NUT Figure 31 - Lift Arm separation from drive system Page 41
7.6.7. Raise the Lift Arm assembly until it disengages the lower guide rails and separates freely from the column assembly. See Figure 32 CAUTION The Lift Arm Assembly is quite heavy and needs to be well supported when disconnected from the column Figure 32 - Lift Arm assembly separation from the column 7.6.8. Reverse the above instructions for reassembly of the Lift Arm assembly onto the column Page 42
8. SYSTEM SPECIFICATION 8.1. Human factor and safety 8.1.1. The Lift/Transport system s interface to the NRC canister is such that accidental separation cannot take place. Hook system includes self locking gates that engage the NRC to prevent inadvertent separation. 8.1.2. The Lift/Transport system is capable to safely transport and raise a 100 kg (220 lbs) NRC canister. 8.1.3. The Lift/Transport system features free wheeling casters that permit safe movement of a 100 Kg (200 lbs) NRC canister. 8.2. Physical and functional requirements 8.2.1. Base and column 8.2.1.1. Structural base consisting of welded stainless tubing construction. 8.2.1.2. Four swivel casters 8.2.2. Vertical Drive system 8.2.1.3. Column, attached to the base, constructed of stainless steel and anodized aluminum that houses a manual vertical drive system. 8.2.1.4. Ergonomically located maneuvering handle to facilitate movement of the system during transport and docking operations 8.2.1.5. Outriggers, two per side 8.2.1.5.1. Can be deployed and locked to the ground to increase the system s wheel base during docking operations 8.2.1.5.2. Can be stowed within the base frame to keep the system base width within specification 8.2.1.5.3. It is connected to the base using two quick disconnect pull pins 8.2.2.1. Vertical drive system, manually actuated by the operator, that permits vertical positioning of the suspended NRC canister 8.2.2.2. An external drive hand wheel that permits accurate positioning of the NRC canister in the vertical direction 8.2.2.3. The external drive hand wheel includes an adapter for a socket drive wrench/drill motor NOTE If a cordless drill motor is used for driving the vertical position of the Lift, use it in the torque mode, typical RPM of approximately 400RPM. CAUTION Do not run the vertical drive system at speeds exceeding 3000RPM Page 43
8.2.3. Horizontal support structure (Lift Arm assembly) 8.2.4. NRC interface hooks 8.3. Physical requirements 8.3.1. System height: 8.2.3.1. Guided by side rails in the column 8.2.3.2. Driven in the vertical direction by an acme screw/acme nut combination 8.2.3.3. Includes the NRC Canister support hardware 8.2.3.4. Angular adjustment 8.2.3.4.1. Manual adjustment of the canister support structure 8.2.3.4.2. This adjustment is an operator functions 8.2.3.4.3. Angular adjustment is made by actuating a knob located on the Lift Arm assembly 8.2.3.5. Linear Adjustment 8.2.3.5.1. Manual adjustment of the horizontal position of the NRC canister support hooks without movement of the Lift 8.2.3.5.2. This adjustment is an operator function 8.2.3.5.3. The linear adjustment is made by actuating a knob located on the side of the Lift Arm assembly. 8.2.4.1. Interface with the NRC Canister upper supporting bar 8.2.4.2. Safe NRC canister support during transport. 8.2.4.3. Free to swing in the side to side direction. 8.2.4.4. Rigid in the front to rear direction 8.2.4.5. Safety gates that are free to swing down because of gravity and lock the hooks onto the NRC canister 8.2.4.6. Separation of the lifting hooks requires a definite action by the operator 8.3.1.1. Specification: 2698 mm (106.12 inch) maximum 8.3.1.2. Actual: 2668mm 8.3.2. 270 NRC centerline in the DOWN position 8.3.2.1. Specification: 910 mm (35.86 inch) Maximum 8.3.2.2. Actual: 646 mm 8.3.3. 270 NRC centerline in the UP position 8.3.3.1. Specification: 2278 mm (89.71 inch) Minimum 8.3.3.2. Actual: 2294mm 8.3.4. Resulting actual vertical travel: 1648 mm (64.9 inch) 8.3.5. Distance from vertical drive handle centerline and the floor: 1067 mm (42.0 inch) 8.3.6. Distance from transport handle to floor 1338 mm (52.7 inch) Page 44
8.3.7. Maximum system width (at base): 812.8 (32.0 inch) 8.3.8. Distance from 270 NRC Beta flange face and the front of the column 830.8 mm (32.7 inch) with the linear travel of the Lift Arm is extended to the maximum position 8.3.9. Transporting weight rating (loaded 460 NRC canister): 100 Kg (220 lbs) 8.3.10. Linear travel of NRC Canister support structure: +/- 40 mm 8.4. Materials of construction 8.4.1. Welded base 8.4.2. Column 8.4.3. Lift arm assembly 8.4.4. General: 8.4.1.1. Structure: stainless steel, welded and ground smooth. 8.4.1.2. Casters: Polyurethane rubber wheels, non marking, swivel type with stainless steel structure 8.4.2.1. Structural: stainless steel and clear anodized aluminum 8.4.2.2. Internal drive components (no HPV exposure): Steel, nickel plated steel and anodized aluminum 8.4.2.3. Guide components: stainless steel 8.4.3.1. Structural: Anodized aluminum and stainless steel. 8.4.3.2. Bearing components: stainless steel and IGUS bushings 8.4.3.3. Acme nut: Bronze 8.4.3.4. Linear slide components: stainless steel, polyethylene and nickel plated steel 8.4.3.5. NRC support components: stainless steel and anodized aluminum 8.4.4.1. Moving handle: 304 stainless steel with PVC grips 8.4.4.2. Handles: stainless steel Page 45
9. RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS 9.1. The following are recommended spare parts for the Lift/Transport System. Item Qty/unit Part number Description Manufacturer 1 4 JFI 1214-16 Bushing, flanged Igus 2 1 LFM 1820-22 Bushing, flanged Igus 3 2 GFM 1214-06 Bushing, flanged Igus 4 2 GSM-1820-20 Bushing, sleeve Igus 5 4 ZFM 1820-17 Bushing, flanged Igus 6 4 ZFM 2528-16 Bushing, flanged Igus 7 2 97065K42 Grip, rubber McMaster Carr 8 4 24015T14 Stainless steel casterswivel polyurethane wheels McMaster Carr 9 1 DD-2195 Chain, #35 McMaster Carr 10 1 6680K37 Angular contact, ball bearing McMaster Carr 11 2 5972K287 Bearing McMaster Carr 12 2 LFM 3034-16 Bushing, flanged Igus 13 2 LFM 1517-09 Bushing, flanged Igus 14 1 XTM 2238-015 Thrust washer Igus 15 4 GFM 1011-044 Bushing, flanged Igus 16 2 GFM 1011-026 Bushing, flanged Igus 17 1 6456K22 Gearbox. Right angle McMaster Carr 18 4 DD-2203 Roller, large cam follower DDP 19 4 DD-2204 Stud, large cam follower DDP 20 4 DD-2209 Stud, small cam follower DDP 21 4 DD-2210 Roller, small cam follower DDP 22 1 DD-2216 Slide carriage, lift arm DDP Page 46
10. DRAWINGS The following drawings are included in this document. 10.1. DDA-1985 Lift/Transport Top Assembly 10.2. DDA-1987 Base Frame Assembly 10.3. DDA-1988 Column Assembly 10.4. DDA-1989 Arm Assembly 10.5. DDA-1996 Transmission Assembly 10.6. DDA-2031 Pinion Assembly 10.7. DDA-2035 Hook and Rail Assembly 10.8. DDA-2075 Arm Angle Actuator Assembly 10.9. DD-2196 Outline Drawing Page 47