Multiquip JB9180, JPU1, JB5090, JB11090, JB7135, JB8090, JB5135, JB7090 Inspection, Before Starting

JIMMY SERIES HYDRAULIC REBAR BENDERS — INSPECTION

BEFORE STARTING

CAUTION - Read Manual

Before attempting to operate this rebar bender, and to avoid serious injury to personnel, always read and understand operation manual. Failure to read and understand operation manual could result in serious harm or even death!

DANGER - Flammable/Combustible Materials

NEVER operate the rebar bender or hydraulic pump in or around flammable materials. The possibility exists of the rebar bender emitting a spark during operation. If contact is made between the sparks and the flammable material, the result could be fire

or explosion causing damage to the equipment and severe bodily harm even death!

INSPECTION

Before each use, visually inspect the items listed below. Regular maintenance and visual checks of the rebar bender and power unit prior to operation will minimize repairs and help ensure normal operation of the bender and electric- hydraulic pump.

■Check for wear and damage to rollers, pin, nuts and bolts, clip, side plates and hydraulic arm. Clean, lubricate and replace as required.

■Rebar bender can ONLY be used with a standard hydraulic pump rated at 10,000 PSI. Refer to the pump’s manual for operation and maintenance instructions.

■Check the hydraulic pump fluid level.

■Check that all hydraulic connections are clean.

■Check all hydraulic hoses for cuts, holes, or excessive wear.

■Inspect all fittings and couplers, make sure they are clean and fitted with dust caps.

■Check that couplings to pump and bender are tightened securely.

■Check for a cracked or damaged cylinder or rebar bender

■Check for excessive wear, bending, damage, or insufficient thread engagement.

■Check for leaking hydraulic fluid

■Check for a scored or damaged piston rod.

■Improperly functioning or damaged components

■Check for loose bolts.

■Check for damaged or improperly assembled accessory equipment.

■Check for modified, welded, or altered equipment.

■Check for bent or damaged couplers or port threads.

JIMMY SERIES HYDRAULIC REBAR BENDERS — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #9 (01/04/08) — PAGE 14