GB CP8006 User Manual

Gardner

Bender

Powered Cable Pullers

CP800, CP8000, CP8000D

CP8003, CP8006

Instruction

Sheet

IMPORTANT: RECEIVING INSTRUCTIONS

Visually inspect all components for shipping damage. If any shipping damage is found, notify carrier at once.

Shipping damage is NOT covered by warranty. The carrier is responsible for all repair or replacement costs resulting from damage in shipment.

Do not use broken or damaged cable puller component parts. Damaged parts can cause structural weakness resulting in failures at loads below rated capacity.

CATALOG

NUMBER DESCRIPTION

CP8006 Brutus™ Power Puller – with 600’ rope; for

exposed or concealed conduit (Wt: 495 lbs.). Includes metal case with casters (Cat. #CM16).

CATALOG

NUMBER DESCRIPTION

CP8003 Brutus™ Power Puller – with 300’ rope; for

exposed or concealed conduit (Wt: 440 lbs.). Includes metal case with casters (Cat. #CM16).

CATALOG

NUMBER DESCRIPTION

CP8000 Brutus™ Power Puller – for exposed or

concealed conduit (Wt: 235 lbs.). Includes metal case with casters (Cat. #CM16).

CATALOG

NUMBER DESCRIPTION CP8000D Brutus™ Power Puller – for exposed conduit

(Wt: 355 lbs.). Includes metal case with casters (Cat. #CM16).

DANGER

IMPORTANT - USER SAFETY AND PROTECTION: In setting up systems, take care to select the proper components and design to insure appropriate integration with your operations and existing equipment. Observe all safety measures to avoid the risk of personal injury and property damage from your application or system.

GB ELECTRICAL CANNOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE OR INJURY CAUSED BY UNSAFE USE, MAINTENANCE OR APPLICATION OF ITS PRODUCTS. Please contact GB Electrical for guidance when you are in doubt as to the proper safety precautions to be taken in designing and setting up your particular application.

INTRODUCTION

GB Electrical produces three different models of cable pullers. Each version uses the CP800 power head assembly. Differences between models are based on the accessories included with each model or the length of rope provided with the cable puller. Since the same CP800 power head is part of each model, the instructions and safety information apply to all uses of GB powered cable pullers.

Cable pulling encounters a wide variety of situations and materials. Because of that variety, it is not possible to provide instruction that applies to each unique situation. Principles presented here provide as much general assistance as possible. Assembly instructions are specific. Follow them precisely to ensure safe, reliable and effective cable puller installations.

All instructions are important, but safety is paramount during pulling. Safety alert symbols are located throughout this manual, and a separate section is included to identify specific safety concepts.

Before operating the GB cable puller, read and understand this entire manual. If you do not understand any area or subject, contact GB Electrical, Inc. at 1-414-352-4160 or 1-800-624-4320. Ask for Technical Services.

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS

The symbol to the left is used in conjunction with a danger, warning or caution statement. It alerts operators, supervisors and all personnel that safety precautions are required during specific situations and under specific conditions. Failure to comply with safety data could result in serious injury or death.

This symbol indicates a high probability that death, severe injury or major property damage could result.

This symbol indicates serious but less probability that death, severe bodily injury or major property damage could result.

This is a less serious alert but still demands attention to detail. It indicates a hazard that may cause minor injuries.

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Conduit frame adaptor chained to conduit

extension in pull box-- pulling vertically

from underground.

Use boom extension to obtain

extra cable length for splicing

Conduit frame adaptor and power head

assembly chained to conduit (over

extension) pulling down from box on ceiling.

Pulling from 90° connector to obtain

leads long enough to complete

connection in junction box

Conduit frame adaptor and power head

assembly chained separately to conduit,

pulling from a ceiling pull box for

additional cable.

CP1002

CP505

HS8512

CP601

CP505 (3)

CP701

S8512

CP703

CP505 (2)

CP708

CP601

CP505 (3)

CP503

S8512

CP600

CP702

CP707

CP503

Refer to Contents Chart on page 16 for puller set components.

12 13 14

15 16 17

18 19 20

Conduit frame adapter resting on floor

and on back of box -- pulling up

Conduit frame adapter chained to

exposed conduit -- pulling down

Downward pull -- conduit frame adapter

chained to conduit extension

Upward pull -- conduit frame adapter

chained to conduit extension

Conduit frame adapter chained to conduit

-- pulling up

Resting conduit frame adaptor on floor

over conduit and pulling up

Resting conduit frame adaptor on floor and blocks over conduit and pulling up

Pulling additional cable from junction box

(1) down to junction box (2) using cable

sheave with hook and power head

assembly chained to pole.

Power head assembly chained to 6”

conduit with two 90° bends pulling from

underground conduit using cable

sheave with hook

DANGER

CP800 Power Head with Bracket

• 120 VAC 50/60 HZ rectified to D. C.

• 15 AMP - Start Up

• 5 AMPS @ No Load

• 5.5 AMPS per 1,000 lbs.

• Max. 20 AMPS @ 8,000 lbs.

• Permanent Magnet Motor

• Weight 65 lbs.

• Maximum Pulling Capacity - 8,000 lbs.

• Capstan - 12 R.P.M.

• On-Off Toggle Switch

• 3-Prong Grounded Power Cord

• Non-Reversing Capstan

• Load Meter

The powered cable puller CP800 and its accessories are designed specifically for pulling electrical cable through conduit or across cable trays. GB does not recommend pulling any other objects or materials. Using this unit for any other pulling or lifting activity could result in serious injury or death.

Operate the Cable Puller only in well lighted areas.

All pull set-ups must be approved by qualified supervisors. Follow all safety precautions and wear appropriate safety clothing.

Keep the pull rope away from the operator’s feet. Coil the tailing rope in an area where the operator cannot become entangled.

Never stand directly under a vertical pull. Do not stand directly in front of a pull rope under tension. The operator must stand at an angle to the capstan. Keep all other personnel away from the cable puller.

Inspect all cable puller components prior to pulling cable. Never use worn or damaged parts or accessories.

Never use general purpose rope. Use only GB double braided polyester, 3/4” diameter rope. All rope must have a working load of 8,000 lbs. minimum. Rope that breaks under tension may recoil, causing serious injuries and property damage.

After each pull, inspect the rope for abrasion and cuts in the strands. Do not use damaged rope for pulling cable.

SPECIFICATIONS

Power Cable Puller CP800

Figure 1

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Do not allow pull rope to wrap around the legs, arms or torso of anyone. A quick release of the rope will cause severe injuries.

Cable puller models CP800, CP8003, CP8006 and CP8000D plus accessory items are rated at 8,000 lbs. maximum pulling force. Attempts to exceed 8,000 lbs. could result in severe injury, death and major property damage.

CP806

CP10

CP802

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