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Pioneer RP4500 SATR Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual

Pioneer RP4500 SATR Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual

Rack 'n pinion tarping system

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10 Boulder Parkway
N. Oxford, MA 01537
866-353-5826
pioneersales@wastequip.com
www.pioneercoverall.com
Model RP4500 SATR
Rack 'n Pinion Tarping System
Installation, Operations &
Maintenance Manual

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  • Page 1 10 Boulder Parkway N. Oxford, MA 01537 866-353-5826 pioneersales@wastequip.com www.pioneercoverall.com Model RP4500 SATR Rack ‘n Pinion Tarping System Installation, Operations & Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 2 WARNING : In order to prevent damage, the tarp must always be left in the uncovered position when the truck is not in use for a period of more than 2 consecutive hours. WARNING : All repairs and parts replacement should be undertaken by qualified technicians.
  • Page 3 RP 4500 SA TR RACK ‘n PINION INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE BEGINNING THE INSTALLATION. USE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE DRAWINGS INCLUDED. UNPACK, IDENTIFY AND FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE VARIOUS COMPONENTS OF THE UNIT. THIS SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO BE USED WITH CONTAINERS THAT HEVE A 32’...
  • Page 4 2. DETERMINING THE PIVOT POINT AND INSTALLING THE MOUNTING BRACKET ASSEMBLIES NOTE THE MOUNTING BRACKET ASSEMBLIES AND ARMS MUST BE MOUNTED TO A FABRICATED STRUCTURE THAT IS BOLTED TO THE TRAILER FRAME. THIS STRUCTURE MUST EXTEND OUTWARD FROM THE FRAME TO ALLOW FOR THE WIDEST WIDTH CONTAINER THAT WILL BE CARRIED ON THE TRAILER, WHETHER OR NOT THE CONTAINER IS TO BE COVERED.
  • Page 5 identify the point of equal distance, front to rear. Make a mark on the container or on the trailer locating the point of equal distance. This will become the pivot point for the arms. Remove the container from the trailer, making certain the pivot point is clearly marked on the trailer or on the hoist itself.
  • Page 6 A. Lift the DRIVERS side arm up and slide the base end of the arm into the BASE ARM/GEAR ASSEMBLY. Bolt the Arm to the BASE ARM/GEAR ASSEMBLY using -2- 1/2-13 x 3 1/2” long bolts, lock washers and nuts (provided)for the horizontal holes and -1- 1/2-13 x 4 1/2” long bolt, lock washer and nut (provided)for the vertical hole.
  • Page 7 B. Mount the COVER CONTROL VALVE in a suitable place that will allow for ease in operation, while not interfering with the hoist, container or hoist controls. DO NOT MOUNT IN AN AREA WHERE THE ARMS MAY CONTACT THE OPERATOR. C.
  • Page 8 THESE LINES ARE CROSSED. IT WILL ALSO CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE SYSTEM AND PRESENTS A POSSIBLE SAFETY HAZARD. J. Make certain that all connections are made per the Hydraulic Schematic and the return lines are connected to the tank. Attach the hoses to each other or to stationary objects along the way to make a neat installation.
  • Page 9 N. Adjust the FLOW CONTROLS to control the speed of the arms in both directions so it takes 25-30 seconds to cover and uncover. These FLOW CONTROLS meter the flow in the reverse direction which means that when you are COVERING, the FLOW CONTROL attached to the “TEE”...
  • Page 10: Final Checks And Adjustments

    firmly tying one end of the shock cord to a loop on one side of the tarp and then passing the other end of the shock cord thru the loop in the center of the tarp towards the other side and stretching the shock cord so that it pulls the tarp up and in toward the center.
  • Page 11 CONTAINER. THE STABILIZER BAR IS DESIGNED TO REST ON THE TOP REAR OF THE CONTAINER. WARNING: OVERSHOOTING THE CONTAINER AND RETRACTING THE ARMS, CAUSES THE ARMS TO BE UNSUPPORTED, WHICH WILL CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE ARMS AND PIVOT MECHANISM. OPERATE THE ENGINE AT LOW RPM’S ONLY. DO NOT keep the Cover Control Valve engaged after the stabilizer bar has been placed on the rear of the container or in the low arm rests.
  • Page 12: Special Note

    SPECIAL NOTE Pioneer Consolidated Corporation will not be held responsible for damages to or caused by this automatic container covering system when it has not been used or installed in the manner prescribed in this manual. Any modifications to the system or deviations from the procedure outlined in this manual must be authorized in writing by Pioneer Consolidated Corporation.