NXLONG/HD TRAILER Trailer Operating Manual Hilomast LLC 402 Chairman Court Debary FL32713 Tel: +1 (386) 668-6784 Fax: +1 (386) 668-6794 Email: sales@hilomast.com Website: www.hilomast.com 0
Contents Safety Information... 2 Product Information... 4 Trailer Specification... 4 Mast Specification... 5 Compressor Specification... 5 Trailer Features... 5 Trailer Operation... 6 Mast Operation... 12 Maintenance... 14 Trailer... 15 Mast... 15 Notes... 16 Figures Fig.1 Trailer Features... 5 Fig.2 Trailer Operation. Stages 1-3... 6 Fig.3 Trailer Operation. Stages 4.a - 4.b...6 Fig.4 Trailer Operation. Stage 7... 7 Fig.5 Trailer Operation. Stage 8... 8 Fig.6 Trailer Operation. Stage 11-12... 9 Fig.7 Trailer Operation. Stage 11-12... 9 Fig.8 Trailer Operation. Stage 13... 10 Fig.9 Trailer Operation. Stage 14... 11 Fig.10 Mast Operation. Stages 1-2... 12 Fig.11 Mast Operation. Stages 4-5... 13 Fig.12 Mast Operation. Note... 14 1
Safety Information Always follow the Operating Instructions ALWAYS wear protective shoes, safety helmets and protective gloves when in the area of the trailer or operating the trailer ALWAYS check with the local and state authority of the Country the trailer is to be used in for specific trailer regulations Ensure the area in which the mast is to be raised is free of any overhead obstructions and power lines Do NOT operate the mast in weather conditions that may cause danger to the operators, any personnel or equipment. Do NOT exceed the MAXIMUM weather conditions stated. Do NOT operate the mast outside of the operating temperature range -30 C to +70 C and at wind speeds or head loads in excess of those recommended Ensure that the head loads is securely mounted to the mast Ensure the load rating on the vehicle tow bar is the same or greater than the coupler load rating Ensure the ball size is the same as the coupler Always make sure jockey wheel is in the down position when the trailer is stationary, and before disconnecting from vehicle Always connect the trailer lighting plug to the trailer and ensure all trailer lights are functioning correctly. Do not tow the trailer if any of the lights are not functioning. 2
Before towing the trailer check the wheel nuts are tight. Check the wheel nuts for the first 10, 25 and 50 miles of driving on newly mounted wheels Before towing the trailer check the tire pressure and tread condition Do NOT exceed the trailers maximum gross weight (G.V.W) CAUTION the tread plate on the trailer may become slippery when wet Ensure the trailer Jockey Wheel is fully raised and locked into its transiting position before towing the trailer Ensure the Mast Mounting Bracket is fitted and secures the mast to the trailer before towing. Hands could become trapped between the equipment. Protective gloves MUST be worn. Do NOT tow the trailer with the mast in the operational position. Always lower the mast and lock into the stored position. Ensure the Mast Safety Strop is fitted and secured before moving or towing the trailer Failure to observe any of the warnings in this manual may result in personal injury, death, or equipment damage. South Midlands Communications Ltd. (SMC)/Hilomast LLC do not accept responsibility or liability for unauthorized use or actions outside of those recommended. 3
Product Information The NXLONG/HD is designed to carry the HD9 Pneumatic Telescopic Hilomast. The trailer is designed and constructed for road use, with Radial style wheels. Trailer Specification Trailer Category HD Dimensions (*Mast in the Stored Position) Length Width Height 14ft 6ft 7ft 6in* Category Weight (Weight of trailer when coupled) Max Gross Weight (G.V.W) 2724Lb 2990Lb NOTE: All dimensions are approximate. 4
Features Trailer Mast Climbing Step Mast Mounting Bracket Mast Safety Strop Actuator Tread Plate Lighting Board Spare Wheel Storage Box Generator Extension Arm Extension Arm Jockey Wheel Fig. 1 Trailer Features Trailer and Mast shown in the stored position 5
Trailer Operation 1. Park the trailer on level ground in accordance with the local and state authority regulations. Wear all required safety equipment and clothing. 2. Disconnect the trailer lighting plug from the towing vehicle. 3. Release the trailer safety chains from the towing vehicle. Hitch Ball Lock Jockey Wheel Lighting Plug Trailer Safety Chain Fig. 2 Trailer Operation. Stages 1-3 4. Lower the Jockey wheel using the following procedure: a. Undo the locking pin using the handle and lower the wheel b. Lock the pin and use jockey wheel handle to level the trailer Jockey Wheel Handle Locking Pin Fig. 3 Trailer Operation. Stages 4.a-4.b 6
5. Set-up an operational zone around the trailer 6. Move the towing vehicle outside of the trailer s operational zone 7. Remove the through pins holding the extension arms and extend them to fully extended position, then engage the through pin to secure the extension arms in place. Through Pin Extension Arm Ensure the through pins fully engage and lock the Extension arms into position Extension Arm Fully Extended Through Pin Fig. 4 Trailer Operation. Stage 7 7
8. Release the locking pins and swing the stabilizing jacks down into position. Stabilizing Jack Jack Locking Pin Fig. 5 Trailer Operation. Stage 8 Ensure the Locking Pins fully engage into the Stabilizing Jacks and The Pin Retainers are installed 9. Adjust the stabilizing jacks so that the trailer is level in both planes 10. Remove the mast cover 11. Remove top half of mounting bracket by un-screwing the 7/16 T-Handle screws. 8
Locking Collar Handles Mounting Bracket Fig. 6 Trailer Operation. Stages 11-12 Mast Bracket 7/16 T-Handle Screw Eye Bolt Carabiner Fig. 7 Trailer Operation. Stages 11-12 Mast Safety Strop 11. Remove the mast safety strop by unclipping the carbine from the Eye-Bolt on the mast Head. 9
12. Secure the head load to the mast. Ensure the head load is securely mounted to the mast 13. Activate the Actuator Switch and guide the mast into the operational position. Up Actuator Switch Actuator Down Locking Pin Mast Carriage Fig. 8 Trailer Operation. Stage 13 Ensure the area in which the mast is to be rotated and then raised is free of any overhead obstructions and power lines Caution: Hands may get caught between the equipment, safety gloves must be worn 10
14. Activate the actuator until the mast is seated firmly in the mast carriage. Lift locking pin from the cradle; line up the holes on mast carriage and the trailer and insert the locking pin. 2 4 3 1 Fig. 9 Trailer Operation. Stage 14 Do NOT retract actuator past warning tape Ensure the locking pin engages into the mast carriage and trailer To return the mast to the stored position, reverse this procedure. Note: Stop retraction of actuator when safety tape is resting on the actuator cover. Ensure the mast bracket and mast safety strop is fitted and secure when the mast is not locked into the operational position Ensure the Jockey Wheel is fully raised and locked into position when towing the trailer 11
Mast Operation Raising the Mast 1. Flip down the climbing steps. 2. Climb the mast carriage using the gripping arms for added support. Gripping Arm Climbing Steps Climbing Step Fig. 10 Mast Operation. Stages 1-2 3. Secure all locking collars (with the exception of the top mast section) by turning the thumb screw in a Clockwise direction 12
4. Engage the generator and then engage the compressor 5. Use compressor control to extend the mast Up Down Generator Compressor Compressor Control Fig. 11 Mast Operation. Stages 4-5 Ensure the area in which the mast is to be raised is free of any overhead obstructions and power lines 6. Once the Mast Top Section is fully extended, secure the Locking Collar by turning the locking handle in a Clockwise direction 7. Release the Locking Collar on the next section down from the Mast Top Section by turning the locking handle in a Counter Clockwise direction 8. Once fully extended secure the Locking Collar 9. Repeat this procedure until all Mast sections are fully extended Lowering the Mast 1. Use compressor control to lower the mast. 2. Release the Locking Collar on the Mast Base Section by turning it in a Counter Clockwise direction 3. Engage the Gate Valve on the Right side of the lower base piston of the mast 13
Gate Valve Pull Release Valve Fig. 12 Mast Operation. *Note *Note: Gate Valve may also be used to quickly release air contained in mast or connect black supply hose for drainage purposes. Run hose off of trailer *Note: Pull Release valve may also be used to quickly release air contained in mast. 4. The Mast Section will descend 5. Once fully descended release the Locking Collar on the next section 6. Repeat this until all Mast Sections have been retracted 7. Once each section is lowered, tighten the locking handles NOTE: Please refer to the Mast Manual supplied for detailed operation instructions. NOTE: Following long term deployment, re-pressurize the Mast Sections using the Compressor before lowering the Mast. This is to ensure a controlled decent of each of the Mast Sections. 14
Maintenance Trailer Inspect the trailer before every use. Check all electrical connections are in good working order and replace where necessary. Check the trailer lighting board for correct operation. The trailer must not be used until the lighting board is functioning correctly. Check the trailer tire pressures and tire tread. Mast Periodically place a few drops of oil at the top of each mast using the oilier on each collar to ensure smooth operation. Like any mechanical device the mast should be used regularly to keep everything in good working order, long periods of inactivity can have an adverse effect on the working parts. Rainwater can enter the mast by running down the sections but will not affect the mast in any way. Keep the drain holes clear. After some years the PTFE bearing material and Nylon keys may require replacement. NOTE: Please refer to the Mast Manual supplied with the Mast for detailed maintenance instructions. 15
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Hilomast LLC 402 Chairman Court Debary FL32713 Tel: +1 (386) 668-6784 Fax: +1 (386) 668-6794 Email: sales@hilomast.com Website: www.hilomast.com 17