Vantel 29 - Ford Transit

Vantel 29 – Ford Transit

Vantel 29 - Ford Transit

Description

AERIAL LIFT SPECIFICATIONS

PLATFORM – The fiberglass walk-in platform is 24” x 24” x 42” (0.61m x 0.61m x 1.07m) with left hand hinged door
for easy access. The maximum platform capacity is 350 lbs. (160 kg) for side mounted and end mounted platforms. A
tubular rubber support is provided for the platform.

PLATFORM COVER – A vinyl cover is supplied for the platform.

PERSONNEL RESTRAINT SYSTEM – A safety harness and a lanyard are supplied. The anchor for the lanyard is
attached to the upper platform support.

MANUAL PLATFORM ROTARY POSITIONER – This feature is designed to allow the platform to be positioned
manually while the platform is level and not loaded. A spring-loaded pin locks the platform in one of nine positions over
a 180° range.

120 VOLT OUTLET AT PLATFORM – Includes 120V wiring, ground fault circuit interrupter, and dual receptacle.

HYDRAULIC LEVELING – Platform leveling is controlled automatically by a master and slave cylinder arrangement.
The platform leveling system can be manually activated from the upper or lower controls to level the platform, to stow
and unstow the platform, or to tilt the platform for clean out and rescue.

OUTER/INNER BOOM ASSEMBLY – The outer/inner boom assembly includes an outer boom, telescopic inner boom,
extension system, hose assemblies and slide pads mounted on the inner and outer boom. The outer boom consists of
a 6” x 8” (150mm x 200mm) rectangular steel section. The telescoping inner boom consists of a 5” x 7” (130mm x
180mm) rectangular aluminum section. The inner boom does not have to be removed to service the extension cylinder
or slide pads. The extension system consists of a hydraulic cylinder with wear rings on the piston and end gland and a
holding valve mounted to the cylinder base. The hose carrier system is a multi-link assembly with adequate space to
carry hoses and wiring to the upper control station. Ultra-high molecular weight plastic slide pads mounted on the
inner boom can be changed without removing the inner boom. The outer boom side and top slide pads are infinitely
adjustable and the lower pad can be replaced without removing the inner boom. The telescoping outer/inner boom
assembly articulates from 8° below horizontal to 80° above horizontal. A double acting cylinder equipped with a
counter balance holding valve provides boom elevation. A boom support cradle and a ratchet-type boom tie down
strap are included. Inner boom extension of 116” (2.95 m).

TURRET – The turret wings are 1⁄2” (13 mm) thick steel plate. A steel tube is welded between the turret wings to
support the boom cylinder and provide rigidity. The turret plate is machined flat to support the rotation bearing. A
bearing cover is provided to prevent foreign material from interfering with lift rotation.

ROTATION – Rotation is 360°, non-continuous with an electrical limit switch to prevent hose and wiring damage.
Continuous, unrestricted rotation is available as an option (see option descriptions). Rotation is accomplished by a
hydraulically driven worm and spur gear with a shear-ball rotation bearing. The critical bolts holding the lift to the
rotation bearing and the rotation bearing to the pedestal meet SAE grade 8 specifications. These critical bolts are
marked with a torque seal indicator to provide a quick means to inspect for relative movement. A slotted adjustment is
provided for pinion and rotation gear clearances.

TALLER PEDESTAL FOR VAN MOUNT – A 4in. (102 mm) taller pedestal can be used, when extra van roof clearance is needed to clear ladder racks, etc.

LUBRICATION – Non-lube bearings are used at all points of motion. The rotation bearing is the only component that
requires lubrication.

HYDRAULIC OIL RESERVOIR – Designed as an integral part of the pedestal, the reservoir has an anti-splash baffle
and easy to read fluid level gauges. The oil capacity of the reservoir is 8 gallons (30.3 L) with a 7 gallon (26.5 L) oil
capacity.

CYLINDERS – The extension cylinder has wear rings on the piston and end gland for extended seal life. A double
acting holding valve is mounted at the extension cylinder base to prevent boom creep during travel or uncontrolled
movement in case of hydraulic hose failure. The extension cylinder can be removed without removing the inner boom.
A hydraulic regeneration feature on the extension cylinder provides extension and retraction at approximately the
same speed. The boom elevation cylinder has a single acting holding valve.

BOOM AND CYLINDER PINS – Pins are high-strength alloy steel, which are chrome plated for a hard finish and
corrosion resistance. Pins are held in place with Torque-seal marked bolts at one end and a pin cap bolted to the end.

CONTROL VALVE – The system pressure relief, hydraulic leveling (standard), two-speed (option), variable speed
(option), and the electric/hydraulic boom function valves are a single integrated system and mounted on the turret
wing. Electric lower controls, which override the upper controls, are located below rotation.

UPPER CONTROL – On the VANTEL-NE (end mount platform) the control panel is mounted outside the platform. To
protect against inadvertent operation, a spring loaded master control switch is provided. Boom function switches are
self-centering, weather resistant, and are located in a logical sequence for the operator. Engine and start is one dual
action switch. The engine stop is an instant kill circuit.

REMOTE LOWER CONTROL – This option allows remote operation of the aerial device. The remote lower controls
override the upper controls and are housed in a weather-resistant hand held box. This option is provided for all van
installations.

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM – The open-center hydraulic system operates at 2000psi (141 kg/cm) at 2 gpm (8 lpm). The
pump draws oil through a 100-mesh suction screen that is equipped with a bypass valve. A 10-micron return-line filter
is included. Fluid level gauges are furnished for checking fluid level. This system can be driven by the chassis engine,
a chassis transmission power-take-off, a separate engine/generator package or an electric motor (see option
descriptions).

AUTOMATIC THROTTLE – Automatically advances the engine idle speed when the PTO is engaged.

BACKUP PUMP – An auxiliary hydraulic pump designed to bring the booms down in case the main hydraulic source
fails. This system consists of a hydraulic pump driven by a DC motor, which is powered by the truck engine battery.
The system is connected in parallel with the main pump and is designed for non-continuous operation. Toggle
switches are used to energize the system at the upper and lower controls. Backup pump is only available when the
primary power source is not operating.

ENGINE START/STOP – The start/stop circuit has been designed so the lift cannot be operated unless the truck
ignition switch is in the “RUN” position and the master control is “on”. This feature makes it difficult for unauthorized
individuals to operate the lift when the truck is locked. Start/stop controls are located at the upper and lower control
stations.

HYDRAULIC PUMP POWER– A belt drive pump includes a magnetic clutch/pump assembly for mounting on the
engine accessory belt drive.

PAINT – The complete unit is primed and painted before assembly. The standard color is white urethane.

SLOPE INDICATORS – Slope indicators are required on Versalift units and supplied by Time Manufacturing Co. Slope
indicators shall be installed to indicate the level of the rotation bearing relative to the ground.

MANUALS – Two (2) Operator’s Manuals, two (2) Service Manuals, one (1) Manual of Responsibilities, and one (1)
EMI Safety Manual are included with each aerial lift.

CHASSIS SPECIFICATIONS

Van Mounting:
• Recommended Wheelbase……………………………………………………………………..125-138 in.
• Minimum Frame Section Modulus ……………………………………………………………5.4 in
• Minimum Frame Resisting Bending Moment ……………………………………………..195,000 in-lbs.
• Approx. Curb Weight for Stability ……………………………………………………………..6,500 lbs.

Recommended-Gas Recommended-Diesel:
• GAWR ……………………………………………………………………………….. 9,400 lbs. 9,500 lbs.
• FRONT GAWR ……………………………………………………………………. 4,200 lbs. 4,600 lbs.
• REAR GAWR ……………………………………………………………………… 5,400 lbs. 6,340 lbs.