The Easy Lift Equipment Co., Inc. Model EG4MDC2-F is an empty drum handling attachment designed for use with lift trucks, counter-balanced walkie stackers, or walkie straddle stackers. This device utilizes a heavy-duty double magnetic clamping mechanism to handle 55-gallon steel drums.
Function Description:
The primary function of the EG4MDC2-F is to safely and efficiently lift and transport empty 55-gallon steel drums. It attaches to a lift truck via fork pockets and a safety chain, providing a quick and secure connection. The attachment employs magnetic clamping to grip the drums, which are energized and de-energized using a remote key fob. The design ensures that the drums are held vertically during transport, minimizing cosmetic abrasions.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Model: EG4MDC2-F
- Capacity: 200 lbs / 90.7 kg
- Weight: 880 lbs / 399.3 kg
- Dimensions (Height x Length x Width): 79 x 47 x 33 inches (940 x 1194 x 838 mm)
- Drums Handled: 1 or 2
- Lost Load Center: 13 inches (from tip of forks to center of drum)
- Vertical Center of Gravity: 9.75 inches (from bottom of attachment to center point on mast, with 43-inch fork pockets)
- Horizontal Center of Gravity: 25.25 inches (from beginning of fork pockets to end of attachment)
- Power Supply: Two large 12-volt AGM batteries wired in series (24-volt system)
- Charger: Automatic 24-volt charger, requiring a polarized heavy gauge extension cord rated 12-3 15amp / 125 volt (not provided).
- Magnets: ELAY30x5 Magnet (4 units), Outer Housing (Stainless Steel - EG4 Magnet) (4 units).
- Safety Features: Equipped with a safety chain for securing to the forklift carriage, LED indicator lights for magnet status, and a battery discharge indicator.
Usage Features:
- Attachment to Lift Truck: The attachment is secured by driving the lift truck forks into the fork pockets and connecting the safety chain to the forklift carriage using a snap hook.
- Remote Operation: Magnets are energized and de-energized using a remote key fob with "ON" and "OFF" buttons. Each magnet has green LED lights on the cabinet lid and bottom, and a small blue LED light on the bottom of each magnet, indicating power and magnet status.
- Drum Engagement: To engage drums, the lift truck forks must be level, and the clamping mechanisms centered with the drum(s). The attachment should contact the upper third of the drum, above the second rolled hoop or "W" hoop. The entire face of the magnet must be in full contact with the drum sidewall.
- Drum Release: Drums are released by lowering them to contact the floor, pallet, or conveyor, then pressing the key fob "OFF" button. The lift truck carriage should not be tilted forward or back during release to prevent abrasions.
- Handling Open Head Drums: For open head steel drums, which are wider, one of the two mast assemblies on the carriage frame must be repositioned outward by 1.6 inches. This is done by lifting a roll pin and sliding the mast assembly into the next slot.
- Limitations:
- Do not lift drums with any contents.
- Do not transport drums elevated more than a few inches above floor level.
- Do not leave the attachment unattended with a suspended load.
- Do not leave the attachment outside in rain, snow, etc., for extended periods.
- Do not wash down the attachment; wipe down by hand.
- Do not make alterations or modifications without Easy Lift Equipment authorization.
- Drums with a third rolling hoop near the chime (e.g., 17H drums) will not work due to insufficient space for magnets.
- The holding strength of the magnets depends on drum sidewall gauge; heavier gauges provide better attraction.
- Exercise care when traveling over dock plates and making sharp turns to prevent shock and drum release.
- Belts require periodic adjustment to ensure proper drum positioning and magnet alignment. A gap at the top of the magnet indicates a loose belt, while a gap at the bottom indicates a too-tight belt.
Maintenance Features:
- Daily Safety Inspection:
- Visual inspection for loose or damaged parts.
- Check safety chain attachment.
- Check battery discharge indicator for sufficient charge.
- Report any unsafe conditions immediately and tag the machine out of service if necessary.
- Maintenance Intervals:
- Monthly (1 Mo):
- Elevate attachment to inspect for cracked welds.
- Check safety chain for wear and missing parts.
- Verify specification data plates are affixed.
- Check gas struts on battery compartment lid.
- Inspect clamping heads for loose or missing pins, springs, screws, and replace as necessary.
- Check magnet shoes for wear and replace when necessary.
- Check belts for wear and adjust for proper tension.
- Check battery voltage after charging.
- Check battery discharge indicator is functioning properly.
- Check that battery cables and battery hold-downs are tight.
- Check that wiring on all LED lights is intact.
- Six-Monthly (6 Mo): (No specific additional items listed beyond monthly checks, implying continued adherence to monthly checks.)
- Annually (12 Mo): (No specific additional items listed beyond monthly checks, implying continued adherence to monthly checks.)
- Tri-annually (3 Yrs): (No specific additional items listed beyond monthly checks, implying continued adherence to monthly checks.)
- Battery Charging: The attachment houses two 12-volt AGM batteries and an automatic 24-volt charger. To charge, disconnect the safety chain, remove the attachment from the lift truck, turn off the disconnect switch, open the cabinet lid, and plug the charger into an extension cord. The charger automatically shuts off when batteries are fully charged.
- Remote Key Fob Reprogramming: Instructions are provided for pairing remote key fobs with the magnets. This involves accessing a "teach button" on the bottom of each magnet using a 3mm Allen key, holding it for 2 seconds, then pressing the "ON" button on the key fob. Green LED lights indicate successful pairing.
Easy Lift Equipment ("ELE") provides a 12-month warranty on new products for factory material and workmanship defects under normal use and proper maintenance. This includes parts and labor. Wearable items (hoses, bearings, belts, brushes, seals, motors, relays, fuses, springs, wheels) are not covered. The warranty is voided by overloading, abuse, misuse, neglect, accidents, freight damage, improper usage/repair, or unauthorized modifications. Claims require contacting ELE customer service.
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