3. Rosenbauer
Safety Information
Please read all safety information!!
Safety Introduction
Familiarize yourself with all manuals supplied.
Read and follow all safety precautions
DO NOT MODIFY any equipment without authorization from the factory
Keep ignition sources away from flammable objects
Practice good housekeeping.
4. Safety Harnesses
For the safety of everyone on
your crew. A safety harness
MUST BE WORN at ALL
TIMES by any individual on
the aerial!
5. Positioning the Truck for Operation
1. Determine if the aerial will be used as a water tower or for rescue.
2. Make sure to note ALL overhead obstructions.
3. Scan scene to position the truck for best attack.
NOTE: For the best positioning, a corner of a building is highly suggested. This gives the
operator access to two sides of the structure as well as the roof.
REMINDER: The operator should always observe the placement of the fire fighting vehicle to be
sure that there is enough space for the stabilizers to be set and the aerial to be operated without any
obstructions.
Obstructions to be most aware of include, but are not limited to: adjacent buildings, curbs, drop-offs
at road edges, man holes, vehicles, trees, over head electrical wires, ditches and culverts.
When setting up the stabilizers the ground must be firm. It is highly recommended that the
operator uses the outrigger pads provided. Setting up over manholes, underground parking
facilities or storm drains could cause serious damage to the operator and/or serious damage to the
truck. The area must be able to support 75 PSI
6. Setting Front of Truck to UPHILL Grades
With maximum grades the truck should be positioned with the
cab facing uphill. Aerial should be operated over the rear.
Advantages:
1. Can reduce the truck’s grade by extending the rear outrigger
stabilizer jacks.
2. When truck is set up the front tires will be in contact with the
ground.
3. With the outriggers set operator has more ballast for the
operation of the aerial.
7. Setting Front of Truck to UPHILL Grades
Disadvantages:
1. Since only the front tires are on the ground there is less resistance
to prevent truck movement.
2. The rear compartment and aerial access step are more difficult to
access.
8. Setting Front of Truck to DOWNHILL
Grades
Advantages:
1. Rear compartments are closer to the ground for easier access.
2. Better resistance to keep the truck from sliding by having more
tires in contact with the ground.
9. Setting Front of Truck to DOWNHILL
Grades
Disadvantages:
1. Can not reduce the trucks grade by extending the front outrigger stabilizer
jacks. FRONT TIRES MUST STAY ON THE GROUND WHEN
OPERATING OVER THE FRONT OF THE TRUCK.
2. It is possible that the truck will teeter if the aerial is operated over the front
stabilizers with the front tires off the ground.
3. Their will be less ballast for aerial operations with the rear tires on the ground.
10. Safety Around the Vehicle
EXHAUST FUMES
• Be conscious of exhaust fumes when working around the vehicle.
• Ensure that there is adequate ventilation.
• DO NOT alter emission controls.
COOLING SYSTEM
• Ensure there is adequate clearance between fan and shroud.
• DO NOT alter fan ratio, spacers or position.
• Observe fan clutch operation to ensure fan is disengaging when cooling is not
necessary.
AIR INTAKE SYSTEM
• DO NOT alter any intake piping or filter locations.
11. Safety Around the Vehicle
UNDERCARRIAGE
• Notify others when working underneath the vehicle.
• Keep away from moving parts.
• Avoid hot areas such as engine, transmission, exhaust and pumps.
• Avoid ports that may eject steam or other hot fluids.
COVERS AND DOORS
• DO NOT sit, stand, climb or hang on open doors.
• Some doors are spring loaded. Use caution when opening doors.
• Use care not to get fingers and hands caught in pinch points such as hinges.
• Do not drive with doors partially closed.
TIRES AND WHEELS
• DO NOT operate vehicle with damaged or improperly inflated tires.
13. Vehicle Safety
ENTERING, EXITING AND CLIMBING
• Keep steps, handles, rails, walking surfaces and shoes free from grease.
• Use extreme caution during inclement weather or when surfaces are wet.
• DO NOT use pump fixtures or lights as stepping surfaces.
• Make deliberate movements when entering, exiting or climbing on the
vehicle. DO NOT rush.
• DO NOT climb in areas without slip resistant surfaces and hand holds.
• Use a three point stance in which three extremities are in contact with the
vehicle, when entering, exiting or climbing on the vehicle.
14. Vehicle Operational Safety
VEHICLE BACKING
• Use a spotter when backing vehicle.
• Establish hand or verbal communication prior to backing.
• During periods of low light use spotter with wands and reflective vests.
VEHICLE CONTROL
• Ensure proper tire inflation before operating vehicle.
• A neutral safety switch prevents vehicle from being started in gear.
• Allow starter to cool for one minute if vehicle doesn’t start within 15
seconds.
• Familiarize yourself with gauges, switches and on-board accessories prior
to operating vehicle.
15. WATCH YOUR TURNING!
Increased overhangs, particularly at the rear, must be kept in mind.
NOTE: In narrow crossings the driver must confirm that there is enough space for turning.
17. KNOW YOUR TOTAL WEIGHT!
NOTE: The driver must confirm the vehicle can freely pass limited weight areas.
18. WATCH YOUR ANGLE OF DEPARTURE!
Ground clearance and the angels to front and rear structures
Our ground clearance is 8°
19. REMEMBER HIGH CENTER OF GRAVITY!
HEIGHT OF THE CENTER
OF GRAVITY.
NOTE: Speeding with the
vehicle when turning a corner
is DANGEROUS!
REMEMBER 60% OF YOUR
WEIGHT IS ABOVE YOU
20. Your truck!
Rosenbauer 68’ Roadrunner
Rosenbauer Commander chassis
Cummins ISL 450hp Engine
Waterous S100 1750gpm pump
500 gallon water tank
8kw Onan Hyd
21. Cab Tilt Procedures
• Before tilting cab check the
following:
• Front bumper storage lid is
closed.
• No equipment on front
bumper.
• Inside cab -all loose
equipment removed such as
air packs, books, portable
radios, helmets, etc.
22. You MUST set the jacks and raise the
aerial BEFORE tilting the cab!
• Raise the Aerial to 20 degrees
• Shut the engine down
• Leave battery switch on
• Go to right side pump panel
compartment
• Operate switch to raise cab
24. Lowering Cab
• Check to see if area is clear to lower
cab!
• Raise cab fully
• Pull cable until cab safety lock is
away from the cab cylinder and hold
• Hold switch down
• Cab will automatically lock down
28. Anti-Electrocution Platform
The pump control panel operator
should stand on anti-electrocution
platform when the aerial is being
operated.
Standing on the anti-electrocution
platform will raise the pump
operator off the ground and keep the
operator from being a pathway to
ground for electrical current if the
aerial contacts and energized line.
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30. In-Control Governor
Master Pressure and Engine
Displays
STANDARD FEATURES
•Power Up in Pressure Mode
•Automatic Regulation of Pump Discharge Pressure
•Manual Control of Pressure or Engine RPM Settings
•Field Programmable Presets
•Diagnostic Capabilities
•No Pressure or RPM Variation When Changing Modes
•Limits Increase of Pressure When in RPM Mode
•Recognition of No Water Condition With Automatic Response
•Interlock Signal Recognition and OK To Pump LED
•Return to Engine Idle With the Push of a Button
•Off-The-Shelf Programmable for Engine Type
34. Generator Electrical Panel
Generator has a monitoring
system that lets you see amps,
line voltage, and frequencies.
Breaker panel box is equipped
with GFI breakers.
41. Aerial Vocabulary
Aerial Types:
Mid-Mounted Aerial Ladder
Rear-Mounted Aerial Ladder
Mid-Mounted Aerial Platform
Rear-Mounted Aerial Platform
Aerial Vocabulary
Base-Section – the lowest most section on an aerial
Mid-Section – is any of the sections used between the base section and the fly section
Fly-Section – the top most section on an aerial
Short-Jack Operation – allowing aerial to operate in predefined zones with
outriggers/stabilizers not fully extend
42. Aerial Vocabulary
Torque Box (tube) – part of an aerial attached below the turntable to transfer torsion loads to the chassis
and outriggers.
Turntable – part of the aerial device attached to the base ladder section designed to articulate the
position for rescue or firefighting
E-Tracking - a flexible track utilized to protect electrical, communication and control wires in aerial
extension/retraction
Soft-Touch Control - electric control of aerial functions through the use of a remote manual control
programmed to slowly start and stop aerial functions
Auto-Bedding Control – automatic aerial bedding when aerial is in predefined zone
Dead Load – weight of aerial and attached mechanism and equipment
Live Load (Tip Load) – weight and forces exerted on the aerial by payload, and water stream reactions.
Outrigger/stabilizer – a hydraulic lifting mechanism designed to prevent aerial overturn and transfer
loads to the ground
43. Aerial Vocabulary
Rated Capacity – total weight of payload at the outermost ladder rung or platform according to ladder
load chart
Cab-Body Collision Protection – program preventing aerial device from collision with chassis and
equipment mounted on the body
Pinable Waterway – manual device designed to place the waterway at the tip or next lower section
Modified Warren Bridge – design of aerial structure to transfer loads up and down the aerial device.
Bolt-On Egress – outermost extension device designed for personnel to climb on/off the end of the aerial
Yield Strength – point at which the material exhibits a permanent deformation or set
Water Load – stress produced by water weight and nozzle reaction overhead to the side and below
stream applications
Hot Dipped Galvanized – a process for treating steel ladder and stabilizers to prevent corrosion and
oxidation on the inside and outside of all the ladder parts
44. Aerial Vocabulary
Dead load Stress – stress produced by the aerial structure weight and any permanently mounted or
manufactured equipment
Rated Capacity Stress – stress produced by the aerial rated capacity applied to the tip of the fly section
Water Reaction Stress - weight of the water and nozzle reaction force
Material Yield Stress – the stress at which a material exhibits a distortion or permanent set
Load Limit Indicators (Load Charts) - a load indicator or instruction plate, visible at the operators
position, showing the recommended safe load at any condition of the aerial’s elevation and extension
45. 68’ 3-Section Elevated Water Tower
• 2 Outriggers A-Frame 11’ 9” spread
• Tip load wet of 500 lbs.. Dry 1000 lbs.
• Water flowing at 1250 GPM 45° to the side
• Horizontal reach at 0° is 59’
• Elevation of -10° to 75° vertical height
• Axel ratings 22,800 front & 31,500 single rear
• Wheel base 222”
• Standard Height – 12’ 5”
• Standard Length – 36’ 10”
47. Setting Up the Cab for Aerial
Operations
1. Shift transmission (1) from drive into neutral.
2. Apply the parking brake (2).
3. Switch on the aerial master (3). When the aerial master is
switched on there is electrical power to the aerial system. At
this time flashing lights on the outriggers will begin to
operate.
4. Switch on the Power Take-Off (PTO).
Note: It is important to note that step # 4 cannot be performed
before step # 3 has been completed and step # 2 cannot be
completed until step # 1 has been completed. Some trucks
will have the aerial master and PTO switch combined .
The transmission must be in neutral (4) or 4th gear for the
water pump to be engaged. The parking brake must be set
before the ladder power will operate. If the water pump is
engaged, the high idle of the aerial will be disengaged.
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48. Outrigger Operation Set Up
• Once the ladder power is activated,
the flashing light (1) on the inside
of the outrigger jack tubes will
begin to flash and the outrigger
jack scene lights (2) will come on.
• Outriggers are ready to operate.
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49. Outrigger Operation Set Up
With tire chocks set the operator will proceed to the outrigger station.
1. Move Aerial/Stabilizer On/Off/On Switch
to the Stablizer ON position
This will cause the high idle to engage
and the warning alarm will begin. The
alarm alerts all other personnel the
outriggers are being positioned. If the
water pump is engaged the high idle of
the aerial will be disengaged.
50. Outrigger Operation Set Up
2. Use Controllers to set the outriggers.
The outrigger controls are located to the
back, outside of the truck to provide the
operator a good clear vision to set up the
outriggers.
The controllers are designed to move in the
same direction as the corresponding
outrigger. (Example: To extend the right
outrigger you would push the controller to
the right to extend and to the left to retract.)
3. Position outrigger pads under jack locations
51. Outrigger Operation Set Up
4. Lower outrigger jacks
Take the bubble out of the truck tire or
level truck as much as possible.
As the truck is leveled or the bubble is
taken out, each Jack Indicator Light will
respond according to how the outrigger is
set.
52. Outrigger Operation Set Up
5. When outriggers are set move the
Aerial/Stabilizer On/Off/On Switch
to the OFF position or Aerial On
position.
6. Outrigger operation set up is
completed.
53. Control Panel
1. Aerial/Stabilizer On/Off/On Switch
2. High Idle Switch
3. Tracking Lights Switch
4. Tip Lights Switch
5. Emergency Backup Pump Switch
6. Radio Remote Switch
7. Change Hydraulic Filter when Light is on
Light
8. Rungs Aligned Light
9. Ladder Aligned with Bed Light
10. Flow Minder
11. Flow Minder Totalizer
12. Hour Meter
13. System Pressure Gauge
14. Boom Controls
15. Monitor Controls
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54. Control Panel
1. Aerial/Stabilizer Switch
To run the aerial this switch needs to
be placed up in the on position. To
run the stabilizers this switch needs
to be placed in the down position.
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55. 2. High Idle Switch
Control Panel
This switch will activate the high idle and raise
the RPM’s. Push up on the switch to activate.
The switch must be activated in order to operate
the outriggers or the boom. The high idle will not
work if the water pump is engaged.
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56. Control Panel
3. Tracking Lights Switch
To activate the tracking lights (lights located on
the base section in front of the elevation
cylinders) this switch will need to be placed in
the on position. This switch will activate all
AC and DC tracking lights as well as the panel
light and optional rung lighting. Most AC and
DC lights provided also include a switch on the
lamp head itself. If personnel switched the
switch on the lamp head to the off position the
operator will not be able to override it from the
control panel. The switch will need to be
reengaged from the lamp head.
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57. Control Panel
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4. Tip Lights Switch
To activate the tip lights (lights located on the
fly section) this switch will need to be placed in
the on position. This switch will activate all
AC and DC lights at the tip. Most AC and DC
lights provided also include a switch on the
lamp head itself. If personnel switched the
switch on the lamp head to the off position the
operator will not be able to override it from the
control panel. The switch will need to be
reengaged from the lamp head.
58. Control Panel
5. Emergency Back-Up Pump On/Off
Switch
The sole purpose of the Emergency Back-Up
Pump is to stow the aerial in case of hydraulic
failure.
To Use Emergency Back-Up Pump
1. Select the operation required (outrigger or
aerial) and move switch to the on position.
2. Engage the outrigger or aerial control handle.
3. Activate momentarily the Emergency 12V
Back-Up Pump
4. To ensure that the Emergency Back-Up
Pump doesn’t over heat, it can only operate 5
minutes out of 60.
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59. Control Panel
6. Wireless Radio Remote Switch
In order to operate the boom from the
wireless radio remote, place this switch to
the on position. The operator at the
turntable control stand can override the
wireless radio remote at anytime by placing
the radio remote switch to the off position.
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60. Control Panel
7. Change Hydraulic Filter Light
When this light is illuminated the high
pressure and return hydraulic filters are
dirty and need to be changed, both filters
are connected to the same light.
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61. Control Panel
8. Rungs Aligned Light
The ring alignment light will illuminate
when the rungs are aligned. While
extending or retracting the aerial this light
will flash on and off in accordance with the
rungs being aligned. It is recommended
that the rungs be aligned when personnel
are climbing the aerial for personal safety.
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62. Control Panel
9. Boom Aligned with Bed Light
The boom aligned with bed light will be
illuminated when the boom is aligned with
the bed and ready to be stowed.
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63. 10. Flowmeter
Control Panel
The flowmeter will give a continuous
reading of the water flowing from the
monitor. Depending on options this could
be a combination pressure and flow gauge
and will vary by manufacturer.
11. Flowmeter Totalizer
The totalizer button only comes with certain
flow gauges. Press the button to get the
total amount of water flown.
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64. 12. Hour meter
Control Panel
The hour meter keeps record of the hours
the aerial has operated (only while the aerial
is moving).
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65. Control Panel
13. System Pressure Gauge
This gauge show the current hydraulic
system pressure while the aerial is
operating.
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66. 14. Boom Controls
Control Panel
The three controllers will operate the aerial
functions (extend/retract, left/right &
raise/lower). In order to activate the
controller pull up on the locking mechanism
on the bottom side of the controller. Push
or pull the appropriate controller to move
the aerial. See aerial operations.
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67. 15. Monitor Controls
Control Panel
Three monitor toggle switches or the
manufactured monitor controls will control
the monitor (stream/shape, right/left,
raise/lower). Push up on the individual
switches to activate the stream, right and
lower functions of the monitor. Push down
on the individual switches to activate the
shape, left and lower functions of the
monitor. To turn off the switches the
operator will need to release the switch to
the neutral position.
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70. Wireless Radio Remote
In order the use the wireless radio remote the
radio remote switch needs to be turned to the on
position on the turntable control console.
1. Turn the on/off switch to the on position
2. Push the enable switch and operate one
of the aerial functions within two
seconds. If the aerial functions have
ceased for more than 5 seconds the
enable switch must be pushed again to
start aerial operations.
• NOTE: If no aerial or monitor operation
occurs, release the enable switch and move it
to the frequency side to find a new frequency
and then back to enable to operate aerial or
monitor function.
71. Wireless Radio Remote
3. If you want to run the aerial at 100% speed turn the 100%/50% switch to
100%. If you want to run it at approximately half speed switch it to 50%.
4. Use the aerial extend/retract, clockwise/counterclockwise and lower/raise
joysticks to operate the aerial to the desired location.
For monitor controls the radio transmitter must be turned on and the
monitor switched will be activated. The monitor controls run the monitor
stream/shape, clockwise/counterclockwise and raise/lower momentary
switches.
The feedback screen will give the operator continuous readings of aerial
position including extension, rotation, elevation, aerial load, outrigger
deployment and breathing air levels.
72. Aerial Intercom
Aerial Intercom
Push the talk switch to communicate to
the other intercom. The volume knob
adjust the sound.
73. Aerial Warnings
Warning Labels
The warning labels are located in the lid and
will warn the operator of potential life
threatening situations that could occur when
operating the aerial.
74. Water Flow
• 3 ways to use your aerial to flow water
– From main pump through Aerial Devise
– From external source to Aerial Devise
– From main pump and use waterway inlet as a large
diameter discharge.
75. Water Flow From Pump
• To discharge water from the main fire pump through the aerial devise:
– Open the Aerial Discharge valve at the pump panel
– Open the Aerial butterfly valve at the turn table.
76. Water Flow From Relay
• To discharge water from relay operations through the aerial devise:
– Close the Aerial Discharge valve at the pump panel
– Open the Aerial butterfly valve at the turn table.
– Connect incoming water source to Waterway Inlet at rear.
77. Water Flow From LDH
• To discharge water from rear aerial waterway / discharge connection:
– Open the Aerial Discharge valve at the pump panel
– Close the Aerial butterfly valve at the turn table.
– Connect discharge hose to Waterway / Inlet at rear.
78. Overview
Practical operations of aerial to include:
1. Positioning of the truck
2. Outrigger operation, placement and setup
3. Operation of the aerial from the turn table
4. Operation of the aerial from the remote control
5. Moving water
