Sumner Roust-a-Bout R Series - User Manual

December 2017
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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USA
7514 Alabonson Rd.
Houston, TX 77088
p: 281-999-6900
f: 281-999-6966
CANADA
75 Saltsman Drive, Unit 5
Cambridge, Ontario N3H 4R7
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Unit 3 Kempton Road Keytec 7
Business Park Pershore,
Worcestershire WR 10 2TA, UK
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Summary

Owners Responsibilities

Operator Safety Instructions

Specifications

Assembly Instructions

Operating Procedure

Moving Roust-a-Bout to Work Area (No Load)

Procedure for safely moving the Roust-a-Bout without a load.

Moving Roust-a-Bout to Work Area (With Load)

Procedure for safely moving the Roust-a-Bout with a load.

Elevating Mast

Steps for safely raising the mast assembly to the required height.

Attaching Lift Cable to Object

Instructions for connecting the lift cable to the load securely.

Elevating Load

Process for safely lifting the load using the winch handle.

Lowering Load

Procedure for safely lowering a load using the winch.

Lowering Mast

Steps for safely lowering the mast assembly.

Removing Mast

Guide for safely detaching the mast from the base.

Caster Brakes

Instructions on how to engage and disengage the caster brakes.

Handle Storage

Procedure for storing the Roust-a-Bout handles when not in use.

Shear Pin

Explanation of the safety shear pin and its function.

Options: Tee Head Extension Bar

Information about the optional Tee Head Extension Bar for handling bulky loads.

Guy Lines

Procedure for attaching and using guy lines for stability at heights.

Maintenance Instructions

Before Each Use Inspection

Daily checks to ensure the Roust-a-Bout is safe for operation.

Six-Month Recommended Inspection

Periodic checks for wear and damage to critical components.

Winch Maintenance

Specific instructions for maintaining the winch mechanism.

Replacing the Load Lifting Line

Step-by-step guide for replacing the main lifting cable.

Replacing the Mast Elevating Line

Instructions for replacing the cable used for mast elevation.

Replacing the Equalizing Line

Procedure for replacing the equalizing line on the Roust-a-Bout.

General Maintenance Checks

Routine checks for overall unit integrity and functionality.

Troubleshooting

Maintenance Record

Sumner Roust-a-Bout R Series Specifications

General

Construction	Steel
Warranty	1 year
Lift Height	25 ft (7.6 m)
Power Source	Manual
Operation	Manual