USER'S GUIDE & SAFETY MANUAL USER'S GUIDE & SAFETY MANUAL ® CableGlider Cable Pullers STD CableGlider HD CableGlider ® CONDUX
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following: Read and understand all procedure and safety instructions before using a Condux Cable Puller. Observe all safety information on this page and note specific safety requirements as explained by procedures called out in this manual.
Important Safety Instructions Grounding Instructions 1. This puller should be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock. The powerpack is equipped with a 3-conductor cord and 3-prong grounding type plug to fit the proper grounding type receptacle. The green conductor in the cord is the grounding wire. Never connect the green wire to a live terminal. If necessary, an adapter is available for connecting 3-prong plugs to 2-prong receptacles.
Disconnect Tools 8. Always disconnect the power when not in use and before installing, removing, or servicing the powerpack. Keep Work Area Clean 9. Cluttered areas invite injuries. Consider Work Area Environment 10. Do not use the puller in wet or damp locations, and do not expose it to rain. 11. Keep the work area well-lit. 12. Do not use the puller in the presence of flammable liquids or gases. Guard Against Electric Shock 13.
Table of Contents 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. General Information Heavy Duty CableGlider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Plus CableGlider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Standard Duty CableGlider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Safe Operating Practices Puller Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Information 1. Condux CableGlider® Cable Pullers are built to provide reliable performance to improve the efficiency of your cable pulling operations. Our pullers are designed to be portable and self-contained, with sheaves and adapters included. Condux pullers have a number of advanced features, such as a self-tailing capstan for added pulling stability and to permit one-worker operation (Standard & Plus models only).
Safe Operating Practices Puller Operation Condux Cable Pullers are designed for safe operation, but these safety precautions should be practiced: 1. Start all pulls on low speed. 2. 2. Stay clear of the area directly behind the puller while in operation. 3. Use only 10 gauge 3-wire extension cords. 4. Always thread the pull line over or under all of the sheaves. 5. Condux pullers are not designed for side pulls. Attempting side pulls will damage the puller.
3. CUT OR PULLED STRANDS: (braid on braid) When any of the jacket strands are cut, rope should be downgraded. Careful attention should be given to pulled strands and all strands should be worked back into the rope. If in doubt, downgrade rope to a less demanding application. 4. WORN STRANDS: When the fibers show extreme wear in any given area, rope should be replaced or downgraded. 5.
Operating Instructions IMPORTANT: While these instructions are written to apply to the Condux Heavy Duty CableGlider, they apply to all Condux puller models. Where operations differ for the Standard Duty and Plus models, those differences are noted in the instructions. 4. 1. Select an adapter that corresponds to conduit size and fit it into the retaining fork. 2. Tighten thumbscrews on retaining fork. (See Figure 3) 3. Position and adjust cable puller for application desired.
!CAUTION: The self-tailing capstan’s bronze components are not meant to rotate. Never overwrap rope on them. Damage to the puller will result. Do not run the rope directly from the sheave to the self-tailer. Damage to the self-tailer will result. (See Figure 5) NOTE: Use low temp grease (i.e.: Molub-Alloy 4086-1). Before use, always check to make sure the anti-rotation pawl is functioning properly. Grease after 10-15 hours of use. Figure 5 !WARNING: The rope is under tension and could break.
!WARNING: Inadequate size extension cords may fail. As the distance from the supply outlet increases, heavier gauge extension cords are required. The accompanying table, Figure 9, is based on limiting the line voltage drop to five volts at 150% of the rated amperes. Inadequate size results in voltage drop, loss of power, and possible motor damage. Other precautions to protect the cord: keep cords away from excessive heat, sharp edges, and the puller itself; and keep the cord out of damp or wet areas.
Figure 10 (HD CableGlider) Figure 11 (STD / Plus CableGlider) Switching to High-Speed Operation Once tension on the pull line has stabilized at low speed, you may shut off the motor, and as it is idling down, shift the motor gear box for high-speed operation. On the Standard and Plus pullers, stop the puller and use the clutch knob on the side of the power pack assembly to change the speed.
Transportation Instructions An object’s stability is determined by its center of gravity–the lower, the better. When transporting the CableGlider, first perform the following steps so that its lowest center of gravity is achieved: !CAUTION: The CableGlider is heavy. Use care when 5. removing the height-adjusting pins. Failure to do so could cause personal injury or property damage. Heavy Duty & Plus CableGlider 1.
13 HORIZONTAL PULL PIVOTING ARM 61⁄2 ft (2 m) HORIZONTAL VAULT PULL VERTICAL (UP) PULL FROM FLOOR VERTICAL PULL WITH 45° ELBOW VERTICAL (DOWN) PULL FROM BOX Standard Duty CableGlider Applications Guide
14 VERTICAL OVERHEAD PULL 10 ft (3 m) TRANSPORT POSITION HORIZONTAL PULL OVER OBSTRUCTION FIRST PIVOTING ARM HORIZONTAL VAULT PULL SECOND PIVOTING ARM Heavy Duty / Plus CableGlider Applications Guide
Appendices 6. 15 A. Standard Duty CableGlider Assembly 1.
Item Number 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Part Number 02215801 02203901 08610794 08610793 08610790 08610785 08610780 08610723 08610695 08610652 08610651 08610641 08610639 02235900 02224800 02215800 02203701 Description Pin, Hitch 5/8 x 8.20 (.18 Hole) Hair Pin, .62 Shaft Axle, End Frame-Standard Puller Axle, Center Frame-Standard Puller Tire Option Weldment, Standard Puller Frame, Arm Standard Puller Weldment Frame, Base Standard Puller Weldment Tube, Rd .87-.09-3.25 Blue Wheel Pneum 4.10/3.
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Item 38 37 36 35 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 * 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 = included in item 77; + included in item 49; * also used with handle Standard Duty CableGlider Part Numbers Part Number Description 02209000 Capscrew, .250-20-.50-GR8-SC-Button Head 08610606 Capscrew, Capstan-Powerpack 08610682 Washer, Fender .250-1.50 OD-BZ 08610772 Bushing, Retaining-Powerpack 08674537 Flatwasher, .750-2.000-.
B. Heavy Duty / Plus CableGlider Assembly 1.
Item 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Pin, Quick Release .375-3.00 Ring, Retaining .625 External Ring, Retaining 1.000 External Description Nut, Hex .375-16-GR2-BZ Nyloc Caster, Pnewm 10.00 Swivel and Break Capscrew, .375-16-1.00-GR5-BZ Hex Head Spacer, Sheave-Middle Frame Arm Spacer, Sheave-Third Frame Arm Sheave, with Bearings 4.00 x 11.00 Shaft, Sheave-Heavy Duty / Plus Puller Pin, Locking .75 Dia-10.
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Item 68 67 66 65 64 63 62 61 60 59 58 57 56 55 54 53 52 51 50 49 48 47 46 45 44 43 42 41 40 39 38 37 36 Description Nut, Wire-Yellow Motor, w/ Plug & Cord-220 Volt AC Connector, Strain Relief .38-.50 Wire 2.5mm-3 Conductor VDE-HAR-7FT Hex Nut .250-20-Nyloc Plate, Foot Switch Mounting Capscrew, .250-20-.
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E. CableGlider Specifications SPECIFICATIONS CableGlider HD Specifications Low Speed PULLING FORCE High Speed lbs kN lbs kN Maximum 12,000 53.4 6,000 26.7 Continuous 6,500 28.9 4,000 17.8 PULLING SPEED ft/min m/min ft/min m/min No Load 20.1 6.1 40.9 12.5 At 4,000 lbs (17.8 kN) 14.5 4.4 26.5 8.1 At 6,000 lbs (26.7 kN) 11.2 3.4 — — At 10,000 lbs (44.5 kN) 9.4 2.9 — — Power Requirements 08674500 115 VAC @ 20 Amps 08678075 220 VAC @ 11 Amps PEAK POWER 4.7 HP (3.
F. CableGlider Accessories !WARNING: Using unauthorized accessories or attachments is hazardous. Use only the listed accessories with the Condux CableGlider. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury or death.
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Additional Information Factory Assistance Condux International can provide further advise regarding any problems with the installation, service, assembly, or disassembly of the Fiber Optic Cable Puller. Call toll free at 1-800-533-2077 (USA and Canada) or 1-507-387-6576 and ask for assistance. The Fiber Optic Cable Puller can be returned to the factory at any time for service or repair; however, obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) must be obtained from Condux before shipping.
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