ALTRAD BELLE BGA Pokers Instruction Manual

: June 3, 2024
: ALTRAD

ALTRAD BELLE BGA Pokers

BELLE BGA Pokers

How To Use This Manual

This manual has been written to help you operate and service the ‘BGA’ flexible shaft poker safely. This manual is intended for dealers and operators of the ‘BGA’ flexible shaft poker.

Foreword

The ‘Machine Description’ section helps you to familiarise yourself with the machine’s layout and controls.
The ‘Environment section gives instructions on how to handle the recycling of discarded apparatus in an environmentally friendly way.
The ‘Specific Safety Rules’ section explains how to use the machine to ensure your safety and the safety of the general public.
The ‘Trouble Shooting Guide’ helps you if you have a problem with your machine.
The ‘Service & Maintenance’ section is to help you with the general maintenance and servicing of your machine.
The ‘Warranty’ Section details the nature of the warranty cover and the claims procedure.

Directives with regard to the notations

CAUTION Text in this manual to which special attention must be paid are shown in the following way:

WARNING The life of the operator can be at risk.

WARNING

WARNING Before you operate or carry out any maintenance on this machine YOU MUST READ and STUDY
this manual

KNOW how to safely use the unit’s controls and what you must do for safe maintenance. (NB Be sure that you know how to switch the machine off before you switch on, in case you get into difficulty.)
ALWAYS wear or use the proper safety items required for your personal protection. If you have ANY QUESTIONS about the safe use or maintenance of this unit, ASK YOUR SUPERVISOR OR CONTACT: Altrad Belle (UK): +44 (0) 1298 84606

Machine Description

The BGA range of Flexible Shaft Vibrating Pokers are high-frequency pokers intended for working concrete. They have a high vibration output and low service and maintenance costs. Each poker is designed according to the pendulum principle : low rotation speed of the flexible shaft and high frequency in the vibrator tube. This result in maximum capacity and minimum wear. The BGA range of Flexible Shaft Vibrating Pokers suit all construction sites operating with electric, petrol or diesel drive-units. They are provided with a 5 metre flexible shaft.
Machine Description

Pendulum
Self Aligning Ball Bearing
Flexible Shaft
Nose Cap
Oil Seal
Casing
End Shank.
‘O’ Ring
Retaining Ring

Environment

Safe Disposal.

Instructions for the protection of the environments
The machine contains valuable materials. Take the discarded apparatus and accessories to the relevant recycling facilities.

Component	Materia l
Couplings	Steel
Poker Heads	Steel
Flexible Inner	Steel
Flexible Casing	Polymeric compounds / Steel
Various Parts	Aluminum and Steel
Seals / 0 rings	Rubber/ Polymeric compounds
Hose	Rubber

Specific Safety Rules

For your own personal protection and for the safety of those around you, please read and ensure you fully understand the following safety information. It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure that he/she fully understands how to operate this equipment safely. If you are unsure about the safe and correct use of the Poker, consult your supervisor or Altran Belle.

CAUTION Improper maintenance can be hazardous. Read and Understand this section before you perform any mamtenance, service or repairs.

Firstly read the instruction of the power unit, to which you are going to connect the vibrating pokers.
Cordon off the work area and keep members of the public and unauthorized personnel at a safe distance.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn by the operator whenever this equipment is being used (see section below).
Always switch OFF and disconnect the drive unit before transporting, moving it around the site or servicing it.
Never remove or tamper with any seals or covers fitted, they are there for your protection. Always check covers for condition and security, if any are damaged or missing, DO NOT USE THE POKER until it has been replaced or repaired
When the poker is left running out of concrete the poker head becomes extremely hot. Caution must be exercised when touching the poker head. The poker should never be left running out of concrete as it will damage the internal parts.
Do not operate the Poker when you are ill, feeling tired, or when under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

VIBRATION

Some vibration from the Poker is transmitted through the flexible shaft to the operator’s hands. Operational exposure time may need limiting.

PPE (PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT).

Suitable PPE must be worn when using this equipment i.e. Safety Goggles, Gloves, Ear Defenders, Dust Mask and Steel Toe capped footwear. Wear clothing suitable for the work you are doing. Always protect skin from contact with concrete.

Technical Data

Model

| BGA25| BGA35| BGA45| BGA55| BGA65| BGA68
---|---|---|---|---|---|---

Tube Length, mm

| –| 330| 375| 390| 420|

410

Tube Diameter, mm| 25| 35| 45| 55| 65|

68

Flexible Shaft Length, m

| 5.0| 5.0| 5.0| 5.0| 5.0| 5.0
Total Weight, Kg| 9.5| 11.5| 16| 17| 25|

21

Frequency, Hz

| 187| 187| 187| 187| 187| 187
Amplitude, mm| 0.25| 0.25| 0.25| 0.25| 1.0|

0.7

Pre-start Checks

PRE-USE INSPECTION

The following Pre-use inspection must be performed before the start of each work session or after every four hours of use, whichever is first. Please refer to the service section for detailed guidance. If any fault is discovered, the poker must not be used until the fault is rectified.

Thoroughly inspect the poker for signs of damage. Check components are present and secure.
Check the flexible shaft for signs of damage.

CAUTION The maximum speed for the flexible shaft poker is 2800 rpm. If the poker is used above this speed, then it will cause damage to the poker and will invalidate the Altran Belle Warranty

Operating Instructions

CONNECTION PROCEDURE

Before connecting the poker to the power unit, You must lay the poker out to its full length.

CAUTION DO NOT connect the poker to the power unit whilst the power unit is operating. This will cause the inner core to snap thus chasm extensive internal damage.

To assemble the flexible drive to the power unit, raise the plunger knob on the flange and insert the flexible drive end piece connector.
On releasing the knob the plunger should locate in the end piece connector.
If the plunger fails to locate, rotate the engine crank shaft with the rope start or handle and push the end piece in.

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE OF CONCRETE VIBRATOR

Choose the right size of poker for: the size of the job, the spacing of reinforcement, slump of the concrete and the mix design.
It is recommended to have an additional concrete vibrator available.
Pour the concrete evenly, into the form work, in 300-500 mm thick layers. Do not use the poker vibrator to spread the concrete. The operating hose should not be kinked or bent tightly, since this will increase wear.
Vibrate the concrete systematically. Make 300-500 mm vertical insertions at intervals of 8-10 times the tube diameter. Where possible, push the poker vibrator about 150 mm into the previous layer of the concrete, this will help obtain the best bonding between the two layers.
The concrete has been thoroughly vibrated when the surface around the poker is shiny and no large air bubbles rise to the surface of the concrete. This normally takes 10-20 seconds at each location of the poker.
Withdraw the poker slowly so that the concrete can flow into the void left by the poker.
Do not push or force the vibrator against the reinforcement. Keep a distance of 70 mm minimum from the walls.
Always remove the poker vertically, so the concrete fills the empty space again.
Do not switch off until the poker is withdrawn completely. The speed of removal is approximately 8 cm per second. When the vibrator is almost out, extract quickly to avoid shaking the surface.

CAUTION Do not keep the concrete vibrator out of the concrete for long periods. If you have stopped vibrating the concrete, tum the poker off.

Storage

When it is not used for long periods of time, Store the poker in a clean, dry and protected environment.

Transportation

When transporting, ensure the poker is safe against damage occurring as a result of slipping, overturning and sudden impact.

Troubleshooting Guide

Problem

| Cause| Remedy
---|---|---
Poker Not Vibrating|

Core broken

|

Replace, ensuring that it is adequately greased

Oil seal broken|

Replace

Bearing damaged / Broken

| Replace
Pendulum damaged / Broken|

Replace

Service & Maintenance

The Altran Belle ‘BGA’ Flexible Shaft Pokers are designed to give many years of trouble free operation. It is recommended that an approved Altran Belle dealer carries out all major maintenance and repairs. Always use genuine Altran Belle replacement parts, the use of spurious parts may void your warranty.

Periodic Maintenance.

Before carrying out any maintenance work on the transmission or poker, always ensure that you disconnect the flexible poker from the motor/ power unit.
It is suggested that the flexible shaft vibrating poker be overhauled at set regular intervals to ensure trouble free operation Shaft Maintenance.
For adequate shaft maintenance, ensure that the following procedure is carried out. The flexible drive shaft should be dismantled and recharged with grease every 500 working hour
CAUTION DO NOT attempt to carry out the lubrication of the flexible shaft under site conditions. It should always be carried out in controlled workshop conditions.
It is essential that the correct grade of grease lubricant is use. If difficulty is experienced in obtaining this grade then an equivalent can be used as long as it has a high melting point.
• Pull the outer casing away so as to expose the inner flex.
• Clean the steel inner core and core couplings thoroughly with grease solvent.
• Clean exposed ends of outer casing only with a cloth.
• After thoroughly cleaning the complete length of the flexible drive shaft, inspect the inner core for any excessive wear due to rub Bing action between the core and outer casing spiral reinforcement. Also inspect for damaged and broken outer layer wires. If there is a bend in the outer casing it is advised that a replacement be fitted as this is liable to cause damage to the inner core.
• Re-grease the inner core with Castrol BM2 grease. The easiest way of re- greasing the shaft is to grasp some grease in the palm of the hand and run the closed hand with the lubricant over the length of the shaft, leaving a light coating of the grease along the length of shaft specified above. The recommended quantity of grease is 25g/m
• Do not over lubricate the shaft as it could cause the grease to penetrate into the poker head.
• After the first 300-450mm has been greased, start to insert the greased inner core into the casing from the connector end.
• Continue greasing the inner core as it is being inserted into the casing. Continue greasing until the whole length of the inner core has been greased.
• As the inner core is pushed through the outer casing, some of the grease will naturally adhere to the inner walls of the casing. To ensure adequate lubrication, it is advisable to draw out the core for approximately 2 metres from the other end and then Re-grease and re-feed it back into the casing.
It is essential that during the re-greasing operation to keep all dirt and grit away from component parts.
• After maintenance has been carried out on the flexible shaft ensure that all parts are reassembled correctly.
It is recommended that every 12 months or more frequently, depending on the usage conditions, an inspection should be carried out by an authorized dealer.
Poker Head Maintenance.
Dissasembly.
• Clamp the poker in a vice. Unscrew the cap end and the end shank (This has a left hand thread).
• Unscrew the flexible shaft from the vibrator shaft (This has a right hand thread).
• Use a screwdriver at the end of the vibrator shaft.
• Remove the vibrator shaft from the front of the tube. If necessary remove bearing, retaining ring and sealing sleeve.
Assembly.
• Replace the ‘O’ rings, sealing sleeves and bearings whenever the poker has been dismantled. Clean and grease the flexible shaft as described in the above procedure. Reassemble in reverse order.

CAUTION The vibrator components, i.e. tube, vibrator shaft and end cap, should not be lubricated and must be kept scrupulously clean and dry or the vibrator will fail to work.

Warranty

Your new Altran Belle ‘BGA’ Flexible Shaft Poker is warranted to the original purchaser for a period of one-year (12 months) from the original date of purchase. The Altran Belle warranty is against defects in design, materials and workmanship.

The following are not covered under the Altran Belle warranty:

Damage caused by abuse, misuse, dropping or other similar damage caused by or as a result of failure to follow assembly, operation or user maintenance instructions.
Alterations, additions or repairs carried out by persons other than Altrad Belle or their recognised agents.
Transportation or shipment costs to and from Altran Belle or their recognized agents, for repair or assessment against a warranty claim, on any machine.
Materials and/or labor costs to renew, repair or replace components due to fair wear and tear.

The following components are not covered by warranty.

Drivebet(s)
Engine air filter
Engine spark plug

Altran Belle and/or their recognized agents, directors, employees or insurers will not be held liable for consequential or other damages, losses or expenses in connection with or by reason of or the inability to use the machine for any purpose.

Warranty Claims

For warranty claims:
Tel: +44 (0)1298 84606,
Fax: +44 (0)1298 84073,
Email :warranty.dept@altrad-belle.com

or Write to:
Altran Belle Warranty Department, Sheen, Nr. Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 0EU, England

Warranty Registration:
In the bid for AL TRAD Belle to become greener and more eco friendly, we have now introduced online
Warranty registration. To access the registration page of our website, please use the following address:-

http://www.bellegroup.com/index.php?p=warranty_registration
Alternatively, please scan the adjacent QR Code (Quick Response Code) using your smartphone to access the registration page.

Replacement Parts

When maintaining this product only the manufacturers original, genuine replacement parts may be used.
The user will lose any possible claims if replacement parts used are other than the makers original replacement parts.
Replacement parts for this product can be ordered online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at www.Altrad-Belle247.com
For more information regarding the availability of replacement parts for this product, please contact Altran Belle using the following contact details:-

Tel:- +44 (0)1298 84606
Fax:- +44 (0)1298 84073
Email:-sales@altrad-belle.com

Alternatively, please scan the adjacent QR Code (Quick Response Code) using your smartphone to access the Altran Belle online parts portal.

EC Declaration Of Conformity (DOC)

We, Altran Belle, Sheen, Nr. Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 0EU, GB declare that the Dock is issued under our sole responsibility and belongs to the followings product(s):

Object of the Declaration:
High-Frequency mechanical poker for the removal of air from concrete.

The object of the declaration described above is in conformity with the relevant Union
Harmonization Legislation:

– 2006/42/EC New machinery directive

The following harmonized standards and technical specifications have been applied:

– EN ISO 12100:2010 Safety of machinery
– BS EN 12649:2008+A1 :2011 Concrete compactors and smoothing machines. Safety

Technical Files are held by Hugues Manager at the following address:-
Altran (Group Holding), 125 Rue du Mas Cartonnier, 34000, Montpellier, France.

Place of Declaration:-

Sheen,
Nr. Buxton,
Derbyshire,
SK17 0EU,
UK
Date of Declaration:-
March 2022
Signature
Managing Director
On behalf of Altrad Belle
Sheen, Derbyshire, UK

Customer Support

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