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2008
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Explanation of Symbols Used 3 4—OPERATION 18 - 22
1—SAFETY ADVICE 4-5 4.1 Checks Before Starting 18 - 19
1.1 General 4 4.2 Personnel Safety Setup 20
1.2 Assembly and Maintenance 4-5 4.3 Field Operation 21
1.3 Operation 5 4.3.1 Service Operation 21
1.4 Exclusion of Non-Intended Use 5 4.3.2 Stop/Emergency Stop 21
1.5 Residual Risks 5 4.4 Standby 21
2—MACHINE DESCRIPTION 6-8 4.5 End of Operation 21
2.1 Purpose 6 4.6 Emergency Descent 22
2.2 Working Principles 6 4.6.1 MR-1 22
2.2.1 Motors 6 4.6.2 MR-2 22
4.7 Action in the Event of Operation of the 22
2.2.2 Hoist 6
Secondary Overspeed Brake
2.2.3 Blocstop Secondary Overspeed brake 7 5—TROUBLESHOOTING 23 - 25
2.2.4 MaxiRider® Wire Rope Specification 7 6—MAINTENANCE 26 - 27
2.2.5 Noise Emission 7 6.1 Hoist 26
2.2.6 Limit Switches 8 6.2 Wire Rope 26
2.2.6A Slack Rope Limit Switch 8 6.3 Motor, Brake, and Gearbox 26
2.2.6B Upper Limit Switch 8 6.4 Radio Transmitter 26
2.2.7 Wire Rope Reeler 8 6.5 Rope Reeler / Rope Guiding 26
3—SET UP AND INSTALLATION 9 - 18 6.6 Safety Inspection 27
3.1 General 9 7—NAMEPLATES AND TAGS 28 - 31
3.2 Installation 9 7.1 MR1 28
3.2.1 Locate a Good Mounting Position 10 7.2 MR2 29 - 31
3.2.2 Prepare the Mount Site 11 Appendices 32 - 35
3.2.3 Bolt the Stand In 11 A - Main Components and Operating Controls 33
3.2.4 Install Wire Rope System 11 B - General Operational Set Up 34
3.2.5 Set Upper Limit Switch 11 C - MR2 Control Box 35
3.2.6 Install Wire Rope Protective Cage 12 D - MR2 Emergency Decent Lever 35
3.2.7 Operational Test 12 Signature Approvals Page 36
3.2.8 Install Permanent Electrical Line 12
3.3 Anchoring the Hoist 13
3.4 Electric Connection 14
3.5 Radio Transmitter 14
3.6 Wire Rope Installation 15
3.6.1 Preparing the Wire Rope 15
3.6.2 Installing the Wire Rope 16
3.6.2A Floor Mount Units Only 16
3.6.2B All Units 16
3.6.3 Unreeling of Installed Wire Rope 17

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 Explanation Of Symbols Used

Safety Advice
Symbol Code Word Meaning Possible Consequence of Non-Compliance

WARNING IMMEDIATE or possibly imminent danger Fatal or serious injuries

IMMEDIATE or possibly imminent danger

WARNING Fatal or serious injuries
through dangerous voltage

CAUTION Potentially dangerous situation Injuries to persons or damage to property

Other Advice

NOTE Useful tip for things to pay attention to Damage to equipment or its surrounding

RECORD Instruction to document in writing Inaccurate data for troubleshooting

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 1. Safety Advice
1.1 General
a) The MaxiRider® Hoist XE 301 P with the non-rotating wir e r ope and the blocstop® BSO 500 secondary overspeed
brake is designed to lift maintenance workers.

b) The employer must edit operating directives, to avoid injuries or damage due to residual risks (see 3.9 on page 12).

c) The employer is required to develop an emergency plan to rescue the lifted person in case of a breakdown of the MaxiRider®
Hoist.

d) Anchoring, maintenance, and/or the operation of the equipment, must only be done by trained personnel. Employees must have
received the instruction to anchor, maintain, and/or operate the hoist by their employer.

e) Operators must be familiar with all relevant federal, state, provincial and local safety regulations. They must have read and
understood these assembly and operating instructions.

f) During assembly and operation, there must be safe access to the hoist.

1.2 Assembly and Maintenance

a) If more than one person is entrusted with one of the above mentioned activities, the employer must designate a supervisor
who is authorized to give instructions.

b) Only a MaxiRider® Hoist, ropes, anchoring devices as well as leads and control cables in good condition must be used.

c) Before starting with the assembly, please check that all parts are complete and defect-free..

d) Anchor the MaxiRider® Hoist, so that the lifting rope enters vertically.

e) Only anchor the MaxiRider® Hoist at the points provided for this purpose.

f) When using self-locking nuts please observe the following:

 The screw must protrude from the nut with at least half of its thread diameter;

 Do not re-use nuts if they can be unscr ewed by hand!

g) Use only the non-rotating wir e r ope in good condition with no defects pr escr ibed by Bishop Lifting Pr oducts. Use
only normally commercially available multi-purpose greases for the required lubrication of the wire rope. Do not use
any lubricants containing disulfide (e.g. Molycote®).
h) When using a wire rope other than the specified non-rotating wire rope, the warranty entitlement given by Bishop
Lifting Products, Tractel Inc. or other company of the TRACTEL Group shall not apply.
C A U T I O N ! The electr ical connection of the MaxiRider ® hoist as well as of electr ical accessor ies must be
carried out in accordance with federal, state, provincial or local safety regulations.
i) Checks and repairs to the electrical system must only be performed by qualified electricians.
j) Additionally, other checks and repairs must only be performed by Bishop Lifting Products or a hoist workshop authorized by
Tractel Inc.
k) Bishop Lifting Products or any other company including TRACTEL Group shall assume no liability for damage as a result of
conversions and alterations to the devices supplied by itself or as a result of the use of non-original parts, and the warranty will
be void.

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1.3 Operation

Using the MaxiRider® Hoist is only allowed in combination with a harness and connecting devices according to the
relevant standards. Personnel fall protection must be used! The oil rig hoist supports the worker with a single wire rope.
Failure of that wire rope will cause serious injuries or death if additional fall protection equipment is not used.

a) At ground level, a second worker must be present during the whole operation, in order to start emergency rescue procedures
if necessary.
b) The employer must provide communication media between the two operators.
c) Secure tools/material — additionally barricade the danger zone under the Oil Rig Hoist.
d) DO NOT over load the MaxiRider ® Hoist
e) Relevant standards (no claim for completeness):

 ANSI Z359.0

 OSHA 1910.66

 CSA Z 259-01, Z 259.12, Z 259.124, Z 259.201, Z 271-M98

1.4 Exclusion of Non-Intended Use

of the MaxiRider® Hoist under the following conditions

 at temperatures below –
(for advice regarding gearbox oils for lower/higher temperatures see chapter 8.3);

 as material hoist.

a) Risks caused by the installation, where the MaxiRider® Hoist is used:

 obstacles, sharp edges or similar;

 electric, hydraulic or pneumatic driven machines/installations, which eventually must be set out of operation before
starting with work.
b) Risks caused by atmospheric conditions:

 wind, lightning or similar.

c) Any combination of above risks – wind effects on open lattice constructions.
Failure o f the hoist.

to avoid injuries or damage due to residual risks stated by the risk analysis, and

 in case of a breakdown of the MaxiRider® Hoist.

This is not an exhaustive list! This list contains only a few examples.

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 2. Machine Description

The MaxiRider® Hoist, with the Tirak XE 301 P, is designed for by means of a non-
rotating wire rope specified by the supplier.
This wire rope is mandatory for the safe and trouble-free working with MaxiRider® hoists.

From this location, it lifts the operator by means of his harness or bosuns chair.
For either lifting or lowering, there is one corresponding push button on the handheld radio transmitter.
The wire rope is driven by the traction sheave with constant force applied, thus providing maximum rider safety.

110 V Data 220 V Data

METRIC MEASUREMENT METRIC MEASUREMENT

POWER 0.5 HP POWER 0.75 HP

VOLTS 110V VOLTS 230V

AMP 11.9 A AMP 2.6 A

RPM 1590 RPM 1725

FREQUENCY 60 HZ FREQUENCY 60 HZ

PHASE 1 PHASE 3

Rated Load Wire Rope Speed Non-Rotating Rope Size Approximate Weight
Hoist
(LBS) (FT/MIN) (MM) (LBS)
®
Tirak model:
700 33 8 118 (167)
XE 301P

Table 1a 1) Weight w/o rope (with 300 ft. of rope)

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The secondary overspeed brake model blocstop BSO is released manually (Fig. 10).

The speed of the safety rope is constantly monitored and the clamping mechanism closes automatically in the event
of a sudden occurrence of excessive speed. As a result, supported worker is secured against:

 rupture of the lifting rope in the hoist mechanism and

 failure of the wire rope drive mechanism.

By pressing the the BSO device can also be closed manually The

(Fig. 10) serves as a way to check the operation of the centrifugal weights during service. For
action in the event of operation of the blocstop® secondary overspeed brake see section 4.7 on page 23.

1— Manual Stop Button

3 2— Reset Lever (In open position)
3— Viewing Window

Non-Rotating Wire Dimensions

Capacity Rope Approximate Weight IN.
Secondary Overspeed Brake
Lbs. IN. (MM) Lbs.
Height Depth Width
®
blocstop model BSO 500 1,000 5/16 (8) 10.5 8.4 4.8 5.2

with and Wire rope classification/construction: 16x7 non-rotating, IWRC (K),

black, lubricated, preformed. 43.7 kN / 9,820 lbf.

MaxiRider® model (Distance 1 m )

XE 301 P .......................................................... max. 72 dB(A)

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2.2.6 Limit Switches

2.2.6-A Slack Rope Limit Switch (Not applicable to the MR-2 model)
At the reeler, a limit switch (Fig. 8a) stops the upwards travel in case the sliding clutch becomes defective, which could cause the
wire rope to no longer be correctly stored on the drum.
This prevents the slack wire rope (Fig. 8b) from forming a loose loop between guiding rope and drum, which could cause damage to
the rope when direction is reversed.
(For remedy see “Troubleshooting”)

2.2.6-B Upper Limit Switch

Limit switch “UP” (Fig. 7) stops the upwards travel as soon as it is activated by
the double clamp.

2.2.7 Wire Rope Reeler

The wire rope reeler’s function is to spool and store the excess wire rope. The reeler carries no
load making this unit a traction hoist and NOT a drum hoist. The speed at which the reeler
turns is timed and synchronized with the speed the wire rope is being raised and lowered by the
hoist.

Storage capacity
of the reeler: max. 400 ft (120 m)
(with 8 mm wire rope)

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 3. Set Up & Installation
3.1 General
The purpose of this section is to instruct on the proper setting up and installation procedures. As technology and development
conditions change within the industry, please contact the Bishop Lifting Products MaxiRider® Department if there are any
questions or concerns regarding the set-up and installation process. Please note that the employer is responsible for the
suspended worker’s support equipment and that it complies with the applicable regulations.

The MaxiRider® has major components:

 the which includes (the Wire Rope For the you will need the
Protective Cage, Wire Rope, Reeling Drum, Swivel, following tools for installation:
and locking carabiner) 1 – 14mm, 9/16” and 1-1/8” wrenches
 the with securing Pins and Safety Clips, 1— Hammer
1— Punch assortment
1 – Small Lever Hoist
 a tapped
forklift and operator, or a pole truck and operator
 the Bolts, Nyloc Nuts and Washers
1 – 3/8” Shackle and Assorted Rigging Accessories
1 – Welding Machine with Welder
1 – 110 volt Power Source (230 volt for MR-2)
1 – Cutting Torch ( to cut the floor plate for the guide tube)
1 – Wheel Grinder ( to clean surfaces if necessary )
1 – Electrician (to hard wire unit )

3.2 Installation
WARNING!
Anchoring devices must have a rated capacity of at least 5,000 lbs.

MR1-CMS-NIS MR2-FMB-IS
1. Locate a good mounting position 1. Locate a good mounting position
2. Prep the mount site 2. Prep the mount site
3. Bolt the stand in position 3. Bolt the stand in position
4. Set the upper limit switch 4. Install the wire rope assembly
5. Install wire rope protective cage 5. Set the upper limit switch
6. Test the MaxiRider® Hoist 6. Install the wire rope protective cage

7. Have an electrician install a permanent 110 volt line 7. Test the MaxiRider® Hoist
8. Have an electrician install a permanent electrical line:
230 volt, 3 phase, 60 hertz, 20 amp

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3.2.1 Locate A Good Mounting Position
Carefully locate the mounting position. The correct mounting position will
be in an area where the crown sheaves and other obstructions will not
interfere with the safe operation of the MaxiRider® or the wire rope.

When using the Weld -on Mounting Base Method, you shall also use all
four bolts for the MaxiRider® stand.

Mounting the stand directly on top of the floor plate shall not be
allowed.

DO NOT mount the MaxiRider ® on the outside of the

crown or with little access for repair.

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Once the correct mounting position has been determined,
position the template and
before marking a minimum of 4 bolt holes as required.
Also, mark the Wire Rope Penetration hole and

Position the supplied Drill Template and

and the Wire Rope Penetration hole.

and the

On some Crowns you will need to cut out the floor plate or
expanded metal flooring, make appropriate
measurements, and weld in
that will be welded to the I-beams. This will help support
the Weld-On mounting Base and secure it to the I -Beams.
Weld the Weld-on Mounting Base in and clean and paint
if required.

3.2.3 Bolt The Stand In

Using the 4—Grade 8 bolts provided, bolt the stand base to the
mounting plate. Then, use a torque wrench to tighten the bolts
to 250 Lbs.

Early
model Telescoping MaxiRider® Stands will not come
apart, but new models have separating sections. If your
MaxiRider® stand’s telescoping sections will come apart, it
is easier to assemble the MaxiRider® Hoist, Reel Cage, and
telescoping end section together on the ground first, then
raise it up using a forklift or pole truck. It is much easier to
stab the upper telescoping section into the MaxiRider®
stand section already bolted to the weld -on template or I-
Beam supports.

3.2.4 Install Wire Rope System

(For floor mount setup only)

Please refer to section 4.6.2

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3.2.5 Set Upper Limit Switch

Please refer to section 4.6.

3.2.6 Install Wire Rope Protective Cage

3.2.7 Operational Test

Next, you will need to check the operation of the unit. You will need a 110 volt power source (i.e. welding machine, a generator, or
power source from the facility where the installation is occurring). Many welding machines have 110 volt power, but make sure
the one you use is able to supply 15 to 20 amps of continuous power.

Using a temporary power adapter cord, connect the power to the MaxiRider® and perform operational checks ensuring that the
MaxiRider® will operate up and down by turning on the transmitter and pressing the up and down buttons. The unit should respond
accordingly.

(Please see transmitter manual for questions about transmitter operation.)

When the operational field check has been completed, take up any remaining slack in the wire rope, turn the handheld remote off,
and disconnect temporary power adapter.

3.2.8 Install a Permanent Electrical Line

Please have a professional electrician refer to section 4.4 for technical data.

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3.3 Anchoring the Hoist
The hoist must be bolted to a sufficiently strong anchor bracket by
the two casing holes. (Figs. 12/12a and 13/13a)

NOTE: The hoist must be mounted such that the wir e r ope
perpendicularly enters the hoist (Fig. 12).

NOTE: Space between the hoist casing and the r eeler flange
is only 3/4”. To prevent the anchoring parts from rubbing to the
reeler flange at the “critical point A” (Fig. 12a), proceed as
follows:
 Insert the connecting screw through the cutout at the
reeler flange (Fig. 13a).
 If necessary, turn the reeler into the appropriate position to
insert the screw – then turn it back to get the wire rope
tensioned again.

NOTE: If necessar y, add adjusting washer s at the motor side

between hoist casing and anchor bracket (Fig. 13a) to prevent hoist and
reeler from sliding towards the bracket.

WARNING!
HOIST CONNECTION BOLTS MUST NOT BEAR ON THREADS.
(Fig. 12b)

NOTE!
Hoist connection bolts must protrude from the self locking nut at
least with 3/16” (5 mm).

Fig. 13a Anchoring details (principle sketch)

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 3.4 Electric Connection
The employer is responsible for the connection of the MaxiRider® hoist to the power supply in accordance with the wiring
diagrams.

a) Electric connection of the MaxiRider® hoist must comply with all applicable regulations. Power supply must be protected by a

b) Always disconnect from power supply before opening a terminal box.

c) Ensure that the is adequate for the of the hoist:
MR1: 110 VAC, 60 Hz.
MR2: 3 phase: 230 VAC, 60 Hz. If in doubt, ask the supplier .
d) Ensure that the ground lead of the power supply cable is connected to ground, otherwise the hoist will not run.

e) To avoid power loss between power source and the MaxiRider® always use power cables with
adequate cross sectional area.

f) Use

g) longer than 100ft should be fixed by means of a cable sleeve or cable clamp.
(Fig. 15).

h) When using a its output must be at least than the MaxiRider®

i)

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3.6 Wire Rope Installation

Wire ropes ar e deliver ed on hand or drum hasp (Fig. 17) depending on the
length.

Swivel and double clamp ar e mounted on the wir e r ope.

The wire rope storage drum has a maximum capacity of 400 ft.

If the hoist is delivered with wire rope installed, Continue with

Section 3.7 Getting the host ready to go.

To exchange / install the wire rope start with Section 3.6.3, then
continue with Section 3.6.1 and 3.6.2

CAUTION!
To prevent the wire rope from inadvertently being run out of the hoist,
its length must always be: Required lifting height +30 feet!
CAUTION!
Use gloves when handling wire ropes.

3.6.1 Preparing the Wire Rope

a) Use only tirak® wire ropes specified by the tirak® manufacturer.

b) Check correct diameter and sufficient length (max. 400 ft.) of the wire rope.

c) Always unreel the wire rope in a straight line (Fig.18), to prevent it from
becoming unusable because of loops.

d) Check the wire rope and hook condition for damage:

 Proper connections (thimble, ferrule) (Fig. 19);

 Locking carabiner is not bent, gate is in place and properly working

(Fig. 20);

 The wire rope has no visible damage along its total length and the
fused and tapered end is according to Fig.21.

NOTE: Never use the TIRAK® wir e r ope for fixing a load! Never let
the wire rope rub over sharp edges! Always ensure a clear rope exit! Always Fig 21
keep it lightly lubricated! Use normally commercially available multipur-
pose grease; do not use lubricants containing disulfide (e.g. Molycote®).

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3.6.2A For floor Mount Units Only
a) Using the tapered end of the wire rope, feed the wire rope through the hole in the
counterweight.

b) Ensure the counterweight seats flush with the swage button installed on the wire rope
assembly.

NOTE: The swage button is installed by the factory.

c) Install the first Crosby Fist Grips no more than 6 inches above the top face of the
counterweight.

NOTE: The top face of the counterweight is the face that is opposite the thimble eye
of the wire rope.

d) Install the second Crosby Fist Grips. Refer to section 2.2.6-B “setting the upper limit
switch”.

e) Reeve the MaxiRider® wire rope through the derrick block and back into the MaxiRider®
II drum.

NOTE: Some installations may require an additional derrick block, padeye, and
shackle. Adjust wire rope accordingly.

CAUTION: Install the second Fist Grip such that upward travel is stopped by the
upper limit switch before the worker collides with any over head obstruction.

f) Inspect the Swivel and Carabiner and ensure that they are attached correctly and
functioning properly

3.6.2B All Units

a) Open the BSO secondary overspeed brake: Push lever 1 upwards until it locks (Fig. 22).
b) Important! To enable UP-travel, push limit switch activating tube downwards by hand
(Fig. 23), until the wire rope is fixed to the reeler drum and tensioned.
c) Push wire rope at (A) through wire rope guiding spring and secondary BSO overspeed
brake, and feed the wire rope at (B) as far as possible into the wire rope entry of the hoist
(Fig. 24).
d) Switch on the control, press “UP” button, and push in the wire rope, until it starts to reeve
automatically and runs through the rope guiding spring (C) and exits at (D).
e) Guide the wire rope around
the pulley (E) and continue
running in the wire rope, until
approx. 3 in. of the wire rope
tip can be introduced into the
anchoring hole (F) of the
reeler (Fig. 24).
f) Turn the reeler, until the rope
is tensioned.
Note: Check that the first layer
g) To reel the complete wire of wire rope is properly coiled —
rope, continue pressing the i.e. no gaps between the rope
UP button loops (Fig. 25).

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3.6.3 Unreeling of Installed Wire Rope
a) Make sure the wire rope is spooled on the drum.
b) Remove the Wire Rope Drum Cage.
 Remove the two drum cage mounting bolts using a 9/16” socket and
ratchet extension. (remove the lower bolt before the upper bolt).
 Remove the drum cage and place in a secure location until reinstalled.
c) Remove the Wire Rope Drum Cover.
 If equipped, remove the 4mm set screw from the drum cover.

 Use the access point on the drum cover to pull out and remove the cover.
Note! The cover may be on tight. If needed tap on the outer edge of the drum
with a hammer while pulling out on the cover.
d) Remove the fist grip clips from the wire rope inside the drum.
e) Press DOWN button and let the wire rope run out, until it exits from the hoist at
(X) (Fig. 27).
f) Pull the wire rope ’ s end out of the BSO.
g) Store the wire rope on a storage reel.

CAUTION!
Use gloves, when handling wire rope.

CAUTION!
Always fix the double clamp far enough above the Swivel hook, (Fig. 26), so
that the upwards travel is stopped by the limit switch “UP”, before the
worker collides with any overhead obstruction.

NOTE: To install new wire rope: Continue with section 3.6.1 and 3.6.2.

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 4. Operation
4.1 Checks Before Starting Emergency
Fig. 30
a) When using for the first time, a competent person must carry out the Stop Button
checks as per section 4. Make a test with the working load limit, and
when so doing, press the EMERGENCY STOP button (Fig. 30), the
hoist must come to a standstill.
b) Turn on Transmitter: Please refer to the transmitter manual for help.
c) Check the limit switch “UP”: When going UP, push upwards the steel
bushing (Fig. 31), the hoist must immediately stop.
d) Check the limit switch / “wire rope reeler”: turn the reeler against the
storage direction, so that the rope gets slack and the limit switch is
activated (Fig. 32).
e) Upwards travel of the hoist must not be possible!
f) Turn back the reeler, until the wire rope is tensioned and the limit
switch is deactivated.
g) Press Emergency-stop-button (1) of the BSO secondary overspeed
brake (Fig. 33). Downwards travel of the load must not be possible!
Reset the BSO again.
h) Go up to release the overspeed brake from the load, and push lever (2)
upwards, until it locks.

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i) Nameplates and Labels

 Make sure that all nameplates and labels are in place and not
obscured (see section 7, pages 29, 30).

 Replace missing labels and those which are not legible.

j) Wire ropes
NOTE: Replace wir e r opes, if one of the following defects is
determined during the prescribed weekly check:

 Any broken wires of any length.

 Heavy rust formation on the surface or inside.

 Heat damage, recognizable through discolored wires.

 Reduction of the diameter by 5% or more compared with the

nominal diameter.

 External damage to the rope — fig. 39 shows the most frequent

forms of damage.
These examples do not, however, replace the ISO 4309 reference for wire rope
checks!
WARNING!
Damaged wire rope endangers operational safety!

NOTE:
Always keep the wire rope clean and lightly lubricated, which warrants
maximum life time. Check all electrical cables for damage, and replace if
damage is noted.
The results of the checks, according to 4.1, must be executed in writing and kept
for records.

k) Electric Cables

 Replace lead and control cables if damage to the insulation or to

cable connections is determined during the prescribed weekly check.
l) (MR-2 models only) Tur n the switch on the contr ol box to the manual position. Check to make sur e that all of the
buttons work properly and that the remote does not function while in manual mode. (Please See Appendix C)
USEFUL TIP: The contr ol box can be used in emer gency situations, to r aise and lower an employee or in the case of
transmitter malfunction.
With the selector switch in the “MANUAL” position, the unit will only operate locally at the control box and the
HANDHELD remote is deactivated.

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4.2 Personnel Safety Setup

a) Put on the appropriate harness according to regulations.

b) Let the wire rope run downwards, until the locking carabiner can be
connected to the harness.

c) Check that the locking device of the locking carabiner is correctly closed.

d) Connect the tagline to one of the “D” rings of the harness for lateral support
(Fig. 28b).

e) Safely secure the radio transmitter to your harness or body using the
provided lanyard. (Fig. 29)

f) Connect a tagline to one of the “D” rings of the harness for lateral support
(Fig. 4a).

g) The second operator at ground level secures the up going operator.

CAUTION!
DO NOT let the wire rope run further downwards, otherwise it could
be inadvertently run off the hoist!
CAUTION!
Connect the locking carabiner to the appropriate “D” ring! (Fig. 28a) Fig. 29

WARNING!
Ensure that the secondary fall protection is installed and used per
local regulations!

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 CAUTION!
In cases a) and b): STOP WORKING! Have the MaxiRider® checked/repaired by a qualified electrician.

4.4 Standby

a) Going down:
 Go down to a safe stand at ground level, and unclip the swivel hook from the harness.
 Secure the wire rope against swinging by tying it to the str uctur e/building.
b) Switch off the radio transmitter.
c) Disconnect the power supply to pr event any unauthor ized oper ation: Disconnect power supply cable fr om site
distributor or, if available, turn and lock the main switch to “0”.

4.5 End of Operation

a) Going down: Go down to safe stand at ground level, and unclip the swivel hook from the harness.
b) Depending on the local working conditions:
 Secure the wire rope against swinging by tying it to the str uctur e.
 Store the complete wire rope on the reeler by going upwar ds, until the limit switch “UP” stops the hoist.
 Switch off the radio transmitter.
 Disconnect power supply cable from site distributor or, if available turn and lock the main switch to “0”.
 Store harness together with accessories and the hoist (if removed) at a clean and dry place.
 Store the radio transmitter at normal room temperature.
NOTE: To avoid abnor mal dischar ging of the batter ies, r emove the batter y cell fr om the handheld r adio tr ansmitter
between each use.

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4.6.2 MR-2
With Power Without Power
Switch the control box to manual, and push the button Proceed with above actions, using the descent lever to lower the stuck
that reads “Lower” . Personnel should start lowering to personnel. Lowering a person manually requires 500 lbs of force to be
the ground. (Refer to Appendix C) applied (Includes riders weight). Pulling of the tagline may be required
to lower the person. (Refer to Appendix D)

CAUTION! Replace defective blocstop secondar y over speed br ake and send for r epair by the supplier or an
authorized repair shop.
NOTE! When the suspended wor ker is on the gr ound again, check the secondar y over speed br ake oper ation as per
section4.1 on page 18.

NOTE! DO NOT apply force! If opening the br ake is not possible, evacuation of the operator is r equir ed.
WARNING! In the event of r uptur e of the lifting r ope or failur e of the hoist, r escue the oper ator accor ding to the
establish rescue plan.

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 5. Troubleshooting
Breakdown Cause Remedy

WARNING!
Motor starts but hoist IMMEDIATELY STOP WORKING! Any attempt to continue operating the
does not move TIRAK® hoist jeopardizes the operational safety!

A1—Rope jam in the TIRAK® hoist. Stop working immediately!

Defective or incorrect wire rope or obstructed Request assistance from the supplier or the
rope exit. manufacturer.

B1 Power failure a) Press “ON” button, until the function control

light shows green.
a) Control switched off.
b) Check reason and wait, until power returns.
b) Interrupted power supply.
c) Check supply cable, fuses and connections or
c) Defect connection between power
wiring of central control and terminal boxes
supply and hoist control.
and repair if necessary.
Hoist does not move

B2 Battery of radio transmitter is Replace battery. (If using re-chargeable

discharged. batteries, charge the replaced battery.)

B3 Disturbed radio transmitter “Reset” by pressing “Emergency Stop” and

the “ON” button.

B4 Defective radio receiver Call supplier for help.

c) Clean air inlet at the motor cover.

WARNING! B5 Protective switching off due to
overheating: d) Check voltage and current consumption on
the motor under load. If necessary increase
Always disconnect a) Insufficient cooling cord cross section.
power before opening b) Voltage too high/too low

a terminal box!
B6 Brake does not open (no “click” noise, a) Have supply conductor, brake coil and
when switching on/off) rectifier checked by an electrician and
repaired/replaced.
a) Defective supply conductor, brake coil,
b) Send the TIRAK® for repairs.
or rectifier.
b) Worn brake rotor.

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 Breakdown Cause Remedy

WARNING!
The hoist lowers, but
Thoughtless behavior endangers the safety of the installation!
does not lift.
C1 Limit switch “UP”: a) Check switch connection/function; if
necessary replace.
a) Limit switch defective or not connected.
b) Move down until the limit switch is free.
b) Limit switch activated.

C2 Limit switch “Wire rope reeler” has Must not be a breakdown – downwards travel is
stopped UP-movement because of slack wire possible.
rope between hoist and r eeler .

a) Check wire rope fixing at the drum;

Causes:
WARNING!  Fix the wire rope again.
 The wire rope end has been torn off the
anchoring hole of the reeler drum.  If needed, use longer wire rope.
Always disconnect
 Defect/wrong adjusted sliding clutch.
power before opening b) Go down to tension the wire rope. If slack
a terminal box! wire rope occurs again when going up:
 Have the sliding clutch checked
and adjusted resp. repaired.

C3 Error in the UP control circuit of the Check connections, wiring, contactors and
TIRAK® hoist. replace if necessary.

D1 Overheating Individual causes as well as their correction see

Excessive motor noise or page 24 point B5.
hoist is crunching,
D2 Dirt in the rope drive

NOTE! Replace the TIRAK® as soon as possible and

have checked/repaired by the supplier or a hoist
Continuing to travel can lead to damage on workshop authorized by Tractel Inc.
the rope and the wire rope driving
mechanism.

D3 Wire rope in drive

Although UP and DOWN
travel are possible.

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 Breakdown Cause Remedy
The hoist lifts but does
WARNING!
not lower...
Thoughtless behavior endangers the safety of the installation!
E1 BLOCSTOP® overspeed brake is closed a) & b) Rescue the operator following the
and has switched off downwards travel. instructions in section 4.6, page 23.
c) Must not be a breakdown:
a) Lifting rope rupture Try to release the overspeed brake
from the load to open it.
b) Failure of the hoist
NOTE!
c) The BSO is closed, because its
Emergency-Stop-button has been pressed, DO NOT apply force!
WARNING! and neither cases a) or b) have occurred.
If opening the brake is not possible,
Always disconnect d) Defect overspeed brake rescue of the operator is r equir ed.

power before opening d) An expert must check/ repair the

overspeed brake.
a terminal box!

WARNING!
Defective BLOCKSTOP® secondary overspeed brake endangers the operational safety of
the installation! They must be replaced as a matter of urgency!

E2 Error in DOWN control circuit of the If necessary Emergency descent (details in

central control system or the TIRAK® hoist. section 4.6) — check connections, wiring,
contactors etc. and replace if necessary.

Wire rope or a) if, with the swivel fully lowered, there is WARNING!
still enough wire rope stored on the reeler
termination damage to prevent the rope’s end from running off
Contact the supplier for advice.

near swivel end with the hoist, and

locking carabiner b) that any repair process such as brazing or

welding the rope must be done in strict
accordance with local safety regulations.

Should these steps not explain the cause and provide a remedy, please contact Bishop Lifting Products, Inc.

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 6. Maintenance
Deadline (Performer) Test Item Regulations Details on Page

When using for the first time or after

Anchoring parts tirak® hoists blocstop®
some time: Pg. 18
secondary overspeed brake
(Supervisor)
Each working week: Wire ropes
Pg. 19
(Supervisor) Electrical cables
It’s the employer’s
obligation to check
Annually: Call: Bishop
Entire Installation and comply with
(qualified person) Lifting Houston
local, state, federal
and industry
Annually, at the latest however after requirements. Call Bishop
500 operating hours tirak® hoists
Lifting Houston
(qualified person)

Monthly
blocstop® secondary overspeed brake Pgs. 18, 19
(qualified person)

NOTE!

Maximum time between complete inspection and recertification shall not exceed one calendar years from date first put into
service, or from date of last certification.

6.1 Hoist
a) The mechanism does not require any special maintenance.

6.2 Wire Rope

a) Always unreel and reel the wire rope in a straight line.
b) Do not use the wire rope for fixing a load and do not pull it over sharp edges.
c) Always keep the wire rope clean and lightly lubricated. Use normally commercially available multi-purpose grease; do
not use lubricants containing disulfide (e.g. Molycote®).

6.3 Motor, Brake, and Gearbox

a) The motor does not require any special maintenance. If it is very dirty, it should be cleaned to ensure an effective air
flow.
b) The brake does not require any special maintenance. If it is very dirty, it should be cleaned.
c) Keep it free of oil or grease!
d) The gear box is maintenance-free.

6.4 Radio Transmitter

a) Gently treat the batteries: Take them off the transmitter, when not in use.
b) When using rechargeable batteries, regularly charge the batteries. (More details in the attached instruction.)

6.5 Rope Reeler / Rope Guiding

a) Keep the reeler clean and take care that it always is able to free running.
b) Keep the wire rope guiding spring clean.
c) Keep the activating tube of the limit switch “wire rope reeling” clean and regularly grease it. The tube must be easy-
going – check by hand.

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6.6 Safety Inspection

Checking the tirak® hoists and the blocstop® secondary overspeed brake by a qualified person:

a) The tirak® hoist should be thoroughly examined every twelve months or more regularly (see b) below) depending on the
working practice and current safety regulations in force.
b) The tirak® should be thoroughly examined at the latest after 500 running hours.

It is the responsibility of the employer that a written register is kept showing the dates, period of use, and inspection
record.

NOTE!
Following a fall arrest, a qualified person must check the operational safety of the blocstop® secondary.

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 7. Nameplates and Labels
7.1 MR1
 Make sure that all nameplates and labels are in place and not obscured
(see figs. 48 - 51).

 Replace missing labels and those which are not legible!

 Spare parts dir ectly fr om the manufactur er or supplier .

A) tirak® Nameplate
B) Motor Nameplate
C) Brake Nameplate
D) Label “Wire Rope Diam. ”
E) Label “Emergency Descent”
F) blocstop® Nameplate
G) Non Hazardous Atmosphere Label

(P lease refer to Transmitter Manual for any Labels or Nameplates

pertaining to the transmitter or receiver)

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7.2 MR2
 Make sure that all nameplates and labels are in place and not obscured.
 Replace missing labels and those which are not legible!
 Spare parts dir ectly fr om the manufactur er or supplier .

A) Wire Rope Warning Label (DEC-WRN-BLP-FAB)

B) Counterweight Warning Label (DEC-CWRN-BLP-FAB)

C) Padeye Warning Label (DEC-PWRN-BLP-FAB)

D) “Bolt Torque” Notice (DEC-BTN-BLP-FAB)

E) “Not a Lift Point” Notice (DEC-NLP-BLP-FAB)

F) Motor Temperature Range and Hazardous Atmosphere Warning Label

G) Motor Grounding Warning Label

H) Motor Electric Shock Warning Label

I) Rated Capacity Decal “RC 700 LBS” (DEC‐RC700‐BLP‐FAB)

J) I.D. TAG (TAG‐ID‐BLP‐FAB)

K) Bishop Lifting Products Decal (DEC‐BLP‐BLP‐FAB)

L) MaxiRider® II Decal (DEC-MRII-BLP-FAB)

M) MaxiRider® II Warning Label (DEC-PWRN-BLP-FAB)

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C M

F G

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Appendix

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A. Main Components and Operating Controls

A. Wir e r ope dr ive and stor age C. Motor with pr imar y br ake / Contr ol D. BLOCSTOP ® secondary overspeed brake

a1 Wire rope guiding spring d1 Reset lever

1)
a2 Wire rope reeler c1 Radio control transmitter
a3 Guiding roller c2 Limit switch “UP”

a4 Double clamp c3 Limit switch

1) FCC compliant Class 1 Div. II radio transmitter

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B. General Operational Set-Up

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C. MR2 Control Box

Raise
Push Button

Switch Lower
Manual/Remote

Reset (mainline
contact)

Emergency Stop
Switch
Control Box

D. MR2 Emergency Decent Lever

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 Signature Approval Page
Revision History
This edition of the MaxiRider® Operational Manual has been reviewed and approved by
the following people: Original Feb. 2008
Revision 1 April 2016
VP Operations

Harold King ______________________________ (Signature) _________________ (Date)

VP Marketing

David Moseley ______________________________ (Signature) _________________ (Date)

VP Testing/Services

Randy Brown ______________________________ (Signature) _________________ (Date)

Project Manager

Steve Ellis ______________________________ (Signature) _________________ (Date)

Bishop Lifting Products—MaxiRider®

3300 McCarty St. Houston, TX 77029
Phone: (713) 674-2266
Fax: (713) 675-1850
[email protected]

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