Briggs & Stratton 8 - Manual

6 Safe Operating Practices Read and understand all procedures and safety instructions before using the ConduxFigure-8 Eliminator Trailer. Observe all safety information on this page and notespecific safety requirements as explained by procedures called out in this manual.Failure to follow these inst...

7 Jobsite Set-Up Guidelines Time spent planning your equipment’s placement (layout) at the job site will benefit both the operation of the equipment and the safety of your crew at the site. It is best to determine the layout of all equipment before disconnecting, stabilizing and leveling the Figure-...

8 4. Electronic Control Features and Operation A. HAND-HELD WIRED REMOTE CONTROLLER Load Dial • Controls the speed of the rotating arms from 0 rpm to maximum 40 rpm. Load Drum button • Moves the drum to the rear of the machine so the cable can be loaded onto the machine. • Stop button will stop the ...

12 Prepare for Operation It is essential that the Figure-8 Eliminator Trailer be properly set up before operation. Using the following procedure will allow the unit to be set up in a short period of time and yield optimum performance. A. The trailer may be disconnected from the tow vehicle or left c...

16 6. Load Cable To begin the loading procedure the cable must be threaded and secured properlythrough the fairlead assembly, quad keeper rollers, double keeper rollers, cable notchand cable clamp. Proper cable threading is essential for a successful winding.Because there is no “free end” of the cab...

20 Power Winding The Condux Figure-8 Eliminator Trailer is capable of winding cable at an averagespeed of 600 ft/min (179 m/min) or about 40 RPM. This productivity will vary withcable diameter, job site layout and equipment condition. Important! Always start the winding operation slowly, and gradual...

22 I. Discontinue power winding when there are approximately 5 to 6 wraps of cable left on the cable spool. The last 5 to 6 wraps should beremoved from the spool by hand. Turn Load Dial counterclockwise to zeroand stop engine by turning off at machine control panel. CAUTION! Remove the last 5 to 6 w...

23 F. Use the Drag dial to adjust the amount of drag placed on the arms during unloading. It is essential to keep cable from developing slack. Start with very little drag and increase to desired level and monitor throughout entireunloading process. G. Remove last 4-5 wraps manually. Activate the Arm...

24 H. Turn off Machine and Hand-Held Wired Remote Controller. I. Disconnect electronics and stow controllers in bin below Electronic Machine Controller (Figure 30). J. Pull locking pin and secure in hole below latch for transport. K. Release jacks by turning crank. Wind jack up to approximately 3 in...

25 Parameter Settings These parameter settings are loaded into the controllers at the factory and should not need adjustment. Please contact the factory before making any changes to theparameter settings and for instructions on getting into the programming mode. A. Display Actual Setting Setting Com...

26 B. Replacement Parts Part Number Description 1 02267200 Kit, Tail Light-Waterproof Low Profile 2 02278509 Connector, Trailer 7-Way Blade 3 02288776 Cord set, Fig 8 Remote to Blower 4 02288779 Latch, T Handle-W/Lock 5 02288812 Spring, Gas 6 02288814 Cord set, Fig 8 Potentiometer 7 02288815 Cord se...

27 Warranty Information A. FACTORY ASSISTANCE Condux International can provide further advice regarding any problems with theinstallation, service, assembly, or disassembly of the Figure-8 Eliminator Trailer. Calltoll free at 1-800-533-2077 (USA and Canada) or 1-507-387-6576 and ask for assistance. ...