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Textron GREENLEE Ultra Tugger 8 User Manual

Textron GREENLEE Ultra Tugger 8
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Ultra Tugger
®
8
Cable Puller and
PullingPackages
99920751 © 2012 Greenlee Textron Inc. IM 1259 REV 27 8/12
Serial Code ABJ
Read and understand all of the instructions and
safety information in this manual before operating
or servicing this tool.
Register this product at www.greenlee.com
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Textron GREENLEE Ultra Tugger 8 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelUltra Tugger 8
ManufacturerTextron GREENLEE
CategoryIndustrial Equipment
Maximum Pulling Force8, 000 lbs
Power SourceElectric

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Safety Signal Words and Definitions

Defines DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION signal words and the safety alert symbol.

General Safety Warnings

Crucial warnings about hazards like hazardous environments and improper mounting.

Specific Safety Precautions

Warnings about rope tension, contact with moving parts, vertical pulls, and rope types.

Operational Safety Guidelines

Safety advice on rope condition, connectors, overlap, shear points, guards, and intended use.

Handling and Transport Safety

Safety notes on inspecting components, entanglement hazards, eye protection, and transporting the wheeled carriage.

Grounding Instructions

Identification

Ultra Tugger 8 Cable Puller Components

Identifies main components of the Ultra Tugger 8 Cable Puller with a numbered diagram.

Mobile Carriage and Boom Components

Identifies components of the mobile carriage and boom assembly with a diagram.

Specifications

Cable Pulling Glossary

Cable Pulling Principles

Cable Pulling Systems Overview

Explains the components required for a cable pulling system and component capacity matching.

Pulling Theory Explained

Details pulling resistance (gravity, friction) and how pulling force is generated via the capstan.

Understanding Pulling Forces

Explains forces at the anchoring system, capstan, rope, and connectors.

Tailing the Rope and Rope Overlap

Discusses the operator's role in tailing the rope and preventing dangerous overlaps.

Planning the Pull

Boom Operation

Raising, Lowering, and Pivoting the Boom

Instructions for operating the boom's vertical movement and articulation.

Boom Tubes and Conduit Adapters

Information on boom tube options and types of conduit adapter couplings.

Boom Assembly/Disassembly

Boom Setup

Setting Up for Up Pulls

Step-by-step guide for setting up the boom for an upward pull.

Setting Up for Down Pulls

Step-by-step guide for setting up the boom for a downward pull.

Horizontal and Single Boom Setups

Guidance for horizontal pulls and using a single boom section.

Boom Components Details

Specific details and warnings regarding boom components and their use.

Transporting the Boom

Wheeling and Lifting Procedures

Instructions on how to safely move and lift the boom assembly.

Other Setups

Chain Mount Setup

Describes securing the puller using a chain mount to conduit or pipe.

Floor Mount Setup

Describes securing the puller using a floor mount to a concrete floor.

Setup - Pipe Adapter

Setup - Chain Mount

Setup - Floor Mount

Operation

Removing Cable

Maintenance

General and Specific Maintenance Notes

General notes on part replacement, cleaning, and specific notes on brush life and capstan wear.

Switchbox and Motor Maintenance

Procedures for removing/assembling the switchbox and motor, including wiring.

Capstan Removal and Assembly

Steps for removing and reinstalling the capstan, including notes on thread-locking compound.

Sheave Bracket and Gearbox Maintenance

Procedures for disassembling and assembling gearbox components and removing the sheave bracket.

Illustrations and Parts Lists

Wiring Diagram

Wiring diagram for the Ultra Tugger 8.

Ultra Tugger 8 Parts List

Comprehensive list of parts for the Ultra Tugger 8 with key numbers.

Gearmotor Illustrations and Parts

Illustration and parts list for the gearmotor assembly.

Motor Illustrations and Parts

Illustration and parts list for the motor.

Force Gauge Illustrations and Parts

Illustration and parts list for the force gauge accessory.

Mobile Carriage and Boom Illustrations and Parts

Illustration and parts list for the mobile carriage and boom.

Accessories

Floor Mount Accessory Details

Details and parts list for the floor mount accessory.

Chain Mount Accessory Details

Details and parts list for the chain mount accessory.