Ruthmann-Steiger TB270 Operating and Maintenance Instructions – PDF Manual

Description

File Details

• Manual Type: Operating and Maintenance Instructions
• Brand: Ruthmann-Steiger (Ruthmann GmbH & Co. KG)
• Model: TB270
• Serial Number: 27409
• Chassis: Nissan Cabstar 35.12 / 2900
• Language: English
• Page Count: 261
• File Format: PDF
• Document Number: BA.GB.12-27409-05-07-FTA-jr
• Date: 07.05.2012

Chapters Covered

• 0 General
• 1 Applications and Safety Instructions
• 2 Technical Specifications
• 3 Description of the Ruthmann-Steiger
• 4 Operating elements and displays
• 5 Taking into operation
• 6 Operation
• 7 Emergency control system (Emergency Lowering)
• 8 Rectification of malfunctions
• 9 Maintenance
• 10 Optional equipment
• 11 Hydraulic Plan
• 12 Electrical documentation
• 13 Spare Parts
• 14 Appendix

General and Safety Instructions (Chapters 0–1)

The opening chapters establish the framework for safe ownership and operation. Chapter 0 covers general information, the attestation of conformity, definitions of terms used throughout the manual, and the owner/entrepreneur’s responsibilities including instruction and training requirements with a sample certificate. Chapter 1 details the intended applications of the TB270, foreseeable misuse, and a comprehensive set of safety instructions covering basic rules, carriage of persons, driving, operating the Steiger, leaving the machine, electrical and hydraulic systems, brakes, wheels and tyres, maintenance, use near live installations, earthing, use in residential areas, and starting aids. It also includes labelling and safety sign explanations and personal protective equipment requirements.

Technical Specifications (Chapter 2)

Chapter 2 provides the full technical data for the Ruthmann-Steiger TB270. It covers dimensions and weights of the vehicle in total, details of the Steiger superstructure (main data, stabilizing jacks, boom, working cage, control/drive, noise level), details about the chassis, static and dynamic controls carried out by the manufacturer, type plate and CE-mark information, working ranges including the fully extended jacking diagram, and the Beaufort scale for wind speed assessment.

Machine Description (Chapter 3)

Chapter 3 describes the construction of the Steiger, breaking down individual components including the substructure, stabilizing jacks, boom, turret, boom system, working cage, socket, and optional air/water line. It also covers the hydraulic system, the control system in detail (battery voltage control, stabilizing jack base, Steiger movements, switch boxes, cage control, emergency control, electrical locking devices, limitation of outreach depending on rotation angle, automatic levelling device, automatic adjustment of working cage and telescope, soft starting/stopping, cushioning of final positions, securing of driver’s cab and rear stabilizing jacks, memory, automated positioning aid, automatic basic position, operating panel of emergency control, language changeover), and fuses for both chassis and Steiger.

Operating Elements and Displays (Chapter 4)

Chapter 4 details the arrangement of emergency cut-off push buttons and all operating elements and displays across the chassis and the TB270 superstructure. It covers the instrument panel in the driver’s cab, the control panel at the switch box on the working cage, the switch box (emergency control) at the Steiger substructure including the operating panel, touch panel, and plain text indication messages. It also covers the superordinate emergency control system, hand pump, and the emergency control system in extreme cases including ball cock, solenoid arresting device, and way/solenoid valves.

Taking into Operation and Operation (Chapters 5–6)

Chapter 5 covers the definition of transport and basic position, measurements before starting a journey, measurements before operating the Ruthmann-Steiger (location, securing within public road traffic, subsoil of stabilizing jacks, earthing), and preventive measurements for winter operation. Chapter 6 is the largest operating chapter, covering emergency cut-off, travelling operation, switching the hydraulic pump drive on and off, switching control stands on or off, operating the Steiger (entering/leaving the working cage, handling the operating panel, joystick operation, extension and retraction of stabilizing jacks including full jacking, unilateral jacking, jacking on both sides, minimum jacking, and individual control), boom movements, cage rotation, cage inclination adjustment, automatic positioning aid, memory function, automatic movement to basic position, handling the emergency control panel, and sensitive control.

Emergency Control System (Chapter 7)

Chapter 7 is dedicated to emergency lowering procedures. It covers failure of main drive power, failure of operating staff, failure of the electrical/electronic system (extreme case), emergency lowering after a conditional emergency cut-off, and manual adjustment of cage inclination. Each scenario provides step-by-step instructions for safely bringing the working cage down and securing the machine.

Rectification of Malfunctions (Chapter 8)

Chapter 8 helps diagnose and resolve problems. It covers handling problems on the control during Steiger operation with possible causes and remedies, the effect of malfunctions on Steiger operation (restricted operation, conditional emergency cut-off, emergency cut-off), reading of the fault memory, and a detailed listing of fault messages with their meanings and information about remedy.

Maintenance (Chapter 9)

Chapter 9 is the maintenance backbone of the manual. It covers lubrication (lubricants, lubricating point list, lubricating point plan), tightening moments for screw connections, connection pieces at hydraulic cylinders, valves, cutting ring fittings, DKO fittings, screwed ends of fittings, and banjo bolts. It also covers sensor technology, inspection and maintenance including the inspection/maintenance list, expert checks, inspection work for operating staff, cleaning and maintenance, and detailed remarks on executing inspection and maintenance work for every major component: lighting, complete Steiger, bearing points, stabilizing jacks, turret, boom, boom rest, working cage, hydraulic system, rotating device, hydraulic pump, hand pump, safety and way valves, cable/hose drum, hydraulic hose lines, hydraulic tank, electric system, and batteries. Repair guidance for varnish/painting and exchange of constructional components is also included.

Optional Equipment and Supplementary Documentation (Chapters 10–14)

Chapter 10 covers optional equipment including the programmable telescopic extension limitation and supporting plates with relieving. Chapter 11 provides the hydraulic plan (document no. 0.550.125.100). Chapter 12 contains the electrical documentation including the TB270 wiring diagram (document no. 0.850.286.100) and the MV interface Nissan Cabstar diagram (document no. 0.850.196.186). Chapter 13 covers spare parts, and Chapter 14 includes the appendix with working ranges and safety data sheets for the lubricants used.

Who This Manual Is For

This Ruthmann-Steiger TB270 operating and maintenance manual is written for the owner, operator, maintenance technician, and service engineer working with this exact mobile elevating work platform. Whether you are performing daily inspections, troubleshooting a fault code, carrying out the annual expert inspection, or needing to understand the hydraulic and electrical schematics, this manual provides the procedures, values, and safety information required to keep the machine running correctly and safely.

The manual is specific to serial number 27409 and the Nissan Cabstar 35.12 / 2900 chassis, ensuring the information you reference matches your machine.

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