Simpro Microstacker User manual

User Manual // Simpro Microstacker

Original Instructions // English // v2.0 // August 2022

USER MANUAL

No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means,

electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the written

permission of Simpro Handling Equipment Ltd.

For the purposes of standards compliance and international conformity, this document uses

Système International (SI) units. These may be converted to Imperial units as follows:

1 kilogram (kg) = 2.2 pounds (lb)

1 metre (m) = 1000 millimetres (mm) = 39.37 inches (in) = 3.28 feet (ft) = 1.09 yards (yd)

The following stylistic conventions are used throughout this document:

Point of interest

Safety hazard

§Internal cross-reference (hyperlink in PDF edition)

Simpro Partcode (hyperlink in PDF edition)

Errors in this document should be reported to info@simpro.world

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Con tents 
Product Overview........................................................................................................ 5 
1 Key features........................................................................................................................... 5 
2 Construction .......................................................................................................................... 5 
3 Mechanism ............................................................................................................................ 5 
4 Safe Working Load................................................................................................................6 
5 Duty cycle.............................................................................................................................. 6 
6 Service life.............................................................................................................................. 6 
7 Noise emissions ...................................................................................................................... 6 
8 Environmental restrictions .................................................................................................... 7 
9 Ingress protection ................................................................................................................. 7 
10 Notes ...................................................................................................................................... 7 
Operating Instructions ................................................................................................. 9 
1 Identification of controls ...................................................................................................... 9 
1.1 EMERGENCY STOP........................................................................................................................... 9 
1.2 KEY SWITCH ...................................................................................................................................... 9 
1.3 BATTERY INDICATOR and HOUR METER (if fitted).......................................................................... 9 
1.4 RAISE/LOWER rocker switches...................................................................................................... 10 
1.5 BATTERY SAVER button.................................................................................................................. 10 
1.6 SAFETY SOUNDER button .............................................................................................................. 10 
1.7 PARK BRAKE ................................................................................................................................... 10 
2 Basic operation ................................................................................................................... 11 
2.1 Turning on the power.................................................................................................................... 11 
2.2 Moving and steering..................................................................................................................... 11 
2.3 Lifting and moving bins ................................................................................................................ 11 
3 Safety Norms........................................................................................................................ 13 
Handling, Transport & Storage.................................................................................. 15 
1 Assembly .............................................................................................................................. 15 
2 Moving ................................................................................................................................. 15 
3 Lifting .................................................................................................................................... 15 
4 Transportation......................................................................................................................15 
5 Storage................................................................................................................................. 16 
Care and Maintenance............................................................................................ 17 
1 Quick Troubleshooting Guide............................................................................................ 17 
2 Cleaning .............................................................................................................................. 17 

 
 
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3 Carriage jams......................................................................................................................18 
3.1 Bin carriage jams while raising..................................................................................................... 18 
3.2 Carriage jams while lowering ...................................................................................................... 18 
4 Electrical System ................................................................................................................. 19 
4.1 AGM battery.................................................................................................................................. 19 
4.2 LFP battery ..................................................................................................................................... 20 
4.3 Emergency Stop............................................................................................................................ 21 
4.4 Circuit breaker............................................................................................................................... 21 
5 Hydraulic System ................................................................................................................. 22 
5.1 Powerpack .................................................................................................................................... 22 
5.2 Control valves................................................................................................................................ 22 
5.3 Lift Ram .......................................................................................................................................... 22 
5.4 Open Ram ..................................................................................................................................... 22 
5.5 Hydraulic fluid................................................................................................................................ 22 
5.6 Maintenance................................................................................................................................. 23 
6 Preventative Maintenance Inspections ........................................................................... 23 
6.1 Pre-inspection checklist................................................................................................................ 23 
6.2 Monthly inspection........................................................................................................................ 23 
6.3 Annual inspection ......................................................................................................................... 25 
Spare Parts.................................................................................................................. 27 
Safety Assessment...................................................................................................... 29 
1 Safety features .................................................................................................................... 29 
2 Reasonably foreseeable misuse ....................................................................................... 29 
3 ISO12100 Hazard and Risk Assessment Guide ................................................................. 29 
3.1 ISO 12100:2010 risk assessment model ........................................................................................ 30 
3.2 Identified Hazards ......................................................................................................................... 31 
3.3 Residual Hazards ........................................................................................................................... 34 
Warranty ..................................................................................................................... 35 
Notes........................................................................................................................... 37 
 
 

1. Product Overview

Congratulations on your purchase of a Simpro Microstacker

electro-hydraulic pedestrian bin stacker.

With 150kg capacity and 1400mm lift height, Microstacker

features interchangeable lifting arms to suit a range of

common industrial bins and containers –allowing them

to be lifted, stored, stacked, transported, and loaded

onto trucks –quickly and safely.

Microstacker has a tiny footprint and is easy to manoeuvre,

but is also very rugged and built to withstand years of rough handling. Like

all Simpro products, it requires little maintenance and is exceptionally reliable.

1.1 Key features

Key features of the Microstacker include:

1. A very compact footprint, allowing bins to be placed close

together.

2. A lightweight design which is easy to move and steer, with

a 3-point ‘stability triangle’.

3. A standard weight capacity of 150kg

4. A reliable, low-maintenance design.

5. A frame and lifting carriage manufactured

from either powder-coated mild steel or SAE304

stainless-steel.

6. IP54 ingress protection, suitable for outdoors use.

7. A modular lifting carriage which can be exchanged or modified to suit a wide range

of bins and containers.

1.2 Construction

The Microstacker consists of a steel or stainless-steel frame with a central mast and two

stabilizing legs; a lifting carriage with various lifting attachments; a hydraulic ram, a 12VDC or

24VDC GEL or Lithium-ion battery, a hydraulic powerpack with an electric motor, pump and

reservoir, a manual tiller with operating switches; electronic control circuits; two large steered

wheels and two roller wheels.

1.3 Mechanism

When both RAISE buttons are pressed, an electrically-operated pump forces hydraulic fluid

into the ram, causing it to extend. This movement is transmitted through a chain to the lifting

carriage, which travels vertically in the mast.

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When both LOWER buttons are pressed, a valve is opened which allows the hydraulic fluid to

flow out of the ram back into the reservoir, causing the lifting carriage to descend. This

action is not directly powered; the carriage is lowered by gravity alone.

1.4 Safe Working Load

The rated Safe Working Load of the Microstacker is 150 kilograms (330lb).

Never attempt to lift more than the factory-designated Safe Lifting Capacity of the

machine.

1.5 Duty cycle

The figures given below are estimates only.

Power Supply

Duty Cycle

No. of bins equivalent

(average ~75kg each)

Units

12V/20Ah GEL battery

3,000kg to 1.0m

40 bins

Per charge

24V/20Ah GEL battery*

6,000kg to 1.0m

80 bins

Per charge

24V/20Ah LFP battery

6,000kg to 1.0m

80 bins

Per charge

*2x 12V/20Ah batteries in series; default from 2022

Powerpack specifications can usually be found on the machine’s rating plate.

1.6 Service life

The nominal service life of the Microstacker is as follows:

Average Gross Load

Nominal Service Life

< 50kg

200,000 lift/lower cycles

50kg –100kg

150,000 lift/lower cycles

100kg –150kg

100,000 lift/lower cycles

1.7 Noise emissions

The noise emissions of the Microstacker do not typically exceed ~60 dB(A) at the operator’s

ear.

Hearing protection is not required, but is recommended if operating the machine for

extended periods.

ISO standards for machinery safety specify that noise emissions are to be measured in A-

weighted decibels (dB(A)), a unit of volume which is adjusted to reflect the sensitivity of

human hearing. The measurements are taken at a point 1.6 metres above the ground at

the operator’s working position.

1.8 Environmental restrictions

The Microstacker may be used indoors or outdoors. However, the following restrictions apply:

1. Minimum floor area 2 square metres, with a clear passage to exits;

2. Height above sea level not more than 1000m;

3. Ambient temperature not higher than +40℃and not lower than -10℃;

4. At ambient temperatures above 35℃, the relative humidity should not exceed 50%; at

lower temperatures, higher relative humidity is permitted;

Never operate the Microstacker in highly explosive, corrosive, acidic or alkaline

environments.

1.9 Ingress protection

Item

IP Rating

Push buttons, switches and lamps

IP66

Clamp-arms interlock

IP66

Coded magnetic switch

IP66

Motor

IP54 (additional protection provided by covers)

Overall

IP54 (optionally upgraded to IP66 or IP69K)

1.10 Notes

1. This User Manual describes approved procedures for the operation, maintenance,

and routine inspection of the Microstacker pedestrian bin stacker.

2. This manual is written in English, and is to be considered the ‘Original Instructions’ for

the purposes of EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.

3. Operator(s) must read and understand this manual before using the machine.

4. If the machine is to be leased, sold or otherwise transferred, then this manual shall

accompany the machine.

5. This is a generic manual. Simpro reserves the right to change the design of our

products at any time without notification. In cases where the manual does not

correspond with the actual product, use the manual as a reference guide only, and

contact your authorized Simpro agent for assistance if required.

6. Contact your authorized Simpro agent if you encounter any problems or faults with

the machine.

7. Errors in this manual should be reported by email to in[email protected].

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2.Operat ing Instruction s

Follow the instructions in this section to operate the Microstacker. Used correctly, the

Microstacker can bring great improvements to workplace safety and efficiency.

The Microstacker must be operated in strict accordance with the Safety Norms in §2.3.

Before the Microstacker is used for the first time, a site-specific Hazard and Risk

Assessment should be completed as per §6.3.

Never attempt to operate the Microstacker if it is damaged or malfunctioning.

2.1 Identification of controls

2.1.1 EMERGENCY STOP

Press this button DOWN to instantly cut all power to the machine. Pull UP to reset.

The Emergency Stop also functions as a heavy-duty battery isolator switch.

2.1.2 KEY SWITCH

Turn the key CLOCKWISE to turn on the power. Once turned on, the key cannot be removed.

If the machine does not power on, check that the Emergency Stop is pulled UP.

2.1.3 BATTERY INDICATOR and HOUR METER (if fitted)

Some Microstacker models are fitted with a digital battery indicator and hour-meter. The

level of charge in the battery is shown by a sequence of LED lamps. When the battery

indicator shows one or two bars of charge, the machine should not be used, and should be

placed on charge immediately as per §4.4.1.2 (AGM battery) or §4.4.2.2 (LFP battery).

The hour-meter shows the accumulated run time of the machine.

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