Nma100776 O&m-Section 8 PDF

NMA100776 O&M-SECTION 8
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SYNCROLIFT® O & M MANUAL
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SECTION 8. OPERATING THE SYNCROLIFT® SHIPLIFT
8-1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................... 8-4
8-2. OPERATING PROCEDURES ................................................................................ 8-5
8-3. OPERATING PROCEDURES FROM THE OPERATOR’S WORKSTATION ........ 8-7
8-3.1. Initialization ............................................................................................................ 8-7
8-3.2. Auto(matic) Up ....................................................................................................... 8-8
8-3.3. Auto(matic) Down ................................................................................................. 8-10
8-3.4. Transfer Up .......................................................................................................... 8-12
8-3.5. Transfer Down ...................................................................................................... 8-13
8-3.6. Remote Manual .................................................................................................... 8-14
8-3.7. Set Tare and Ship Load ....................................................................................... 8-17
8-3.8. Set Depth Limit ..................................................................................................... 8-18
8-3.9. Reset Max Depth ................................................................................................. 8-19
8-3.10. Set Ground ........................................................................................................... 8-19
8-3.11. Reset 2ND Depth Gauge ....................................................................................... 8-20
8-3.12. Timed Printing/Logging ........................................................................................ 8-20
8-3.13. Sheave Efficiency Test ......................................................................................... 8-21
8-4. OPERATING PROCEDURES FROM THE EMERGENCY CONTROL STATION 8-24
8-4.1. Start Up ................................................................................................................ 8-24
8-4.2. Auto(matic) Up ..................................................................................................... 8-24
8-4.3. Auto(matic) Down ................................................................................................. 8-25
8-5. OVERRIDE KEYSWITCHES ............................................................................... 8-26
8-5.1. Load Override Keyswitch ..................................................................................... 8-26
8-5.2. Sheave Efficiency Monitoring Override Keyswitch ............................................... 8-27

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8-1. INTRODUCTION
The control system consists of two Motor Control Centers (MCC’s), the Operator’s
WorkStation (OWS), the limit switches and junction boxes on the hoists and a Hand
Held Controller (HHC).
Each of the MCC’s contains the circuit breakers, starters, protection equipment, relays,
transformers and the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC).
The OWS consists of the PC, custom built keyboard, color monitor and printer.
The controls are designed to operate the Syncrolift® Shiplift with a minimum of settings.
The keyboard provides complete control of the Syncrolift® Shiplift by one person.
Emergency controls are provided and mounted in MCC A so that docking or undocking
can be completed if the OWS is temporarily non-operational. The OWS must be
repaired or replaced once the docking or undocking is completed. The emergency
controls are not designed for prolonged use as they lack many of the control modes, the
displays and the alarms that are provided on the OWS.
The Syncrolift® Shiplift must always be controlled by a trained Operator, and the
procedures in the following sections must be followed.

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8-2. OPERATING PROCEDURES
Before the platform is lowered to dock a vessel the platform must be leveled.
Before a vessel is transferred from the platform to the shore or from the shore to the
platform, the platform must be leveled.
Assuming the platform is at the Normal Limit Up (NLU) elevation, the platform is
lowered approximately 75mm in the AUTO DOWN mode, stopped, then raised in the
AUTO UP mode and leveled by pressing the LEVEL function key when the PLATFORM
LEVEL READY indication is displayed.
Whenever the platform is ready to be moved, all personnel should be alerted by

energizing the audible alarm for a few seconds.
A system of radio communications between the Operator and the dock personnel is
useful.
CAUTION
Do not use radio communication (walkie-

talkies, cellular telephones, etc.) around the
sensitive electronic circuitry (such as the
load monitoring equipment and the PLC)
since radio frequency interference (RFI) can
cause induced voltage/current signals in
the electronic circuitry.
The Syncrolift® Shiplift should always be controlled by trained personnel as follows:
The Operator who performs all switching at the MCC’s and operation of the
shiplift from the OWS.
The Dockmaster who is in charge of the line handling, placing of the bilge blocks
and giving orders to the Operator.
A detailed description of the features of the control system together with fault finding
procedures is provided in Section 6 of this manual.
NOTE In the event of an emergency while the Syncrolift® Shiplift is running, the
Operator must press the EMERGENCY STOP pushbutton.
When the control system is powered up the Syncrolift® Shiplift START UP screen will be
displayed on the monitor. This screen contains the following information:
1. The Syncrolift® Contract Name and Number.

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2. The PLC Program Reference Number and Revision Number.
3. The Display System Reference Number and Revision Number.
4. The address, the telephone number, the E-mail address and the fax number of
Rolls-Royce Marine North America (RRMNA) in Annapolis, U.S.A.
If the Operators need to contact RRMNA for assistance, they should quote the
information shown on this screen.
At any time during the following operating procedures, any one of the three standard
screen display options (SYNCROLIFT STATUS, SYNCROLIFT HOIST LOAD and
SYNCROLIFT MOTOR CURRENT) for the display monitor can be selected by pushing
the corresponding function key.
The standard screen layouts are shown in Section 6-3.
NOTE A control mode can only be selected, and the Syncrolift® Shiplift started,
when the Operator is viewing the SYNCROLIFT STATUS, the
SYNCROLIFT HOIST LOAD or the SYNCROLIFT MOTOR CURRENT
screens.
The Syncrolift® Shiplift can be stopped when any screen is being viewed.
The Atlas DockMaster® screens can be selected while the Syncrolift®

Shiplift is running, but data may not be input. Stop the Syncrolift® Shiplift
to input data.
Alarm conditions in the control system are indicated by a YELLOW block, or an

indicator with a YELLOW background.
The alarm is to alert the Operator to a potential fault condition. If an alarm condition
exists, the Operator should advise the maintenance personnel to find and correct the
problem at the earliest opportunity.
The Operator must not ignore an alarm condition just because the controls are still
operational.
A trip condition in the control system is indicated by a RED block, or a message with a
RED background. A FAULT ALARM message will also be displayed on each screen.
The problem must be traced and corrected immediately.

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8-3. OPERATING PROCEDURES FROM THE OPERATOR’S WORKSTATION
8-3.1. Initialization
The following instructions are to be followed to start up the control system.
1. Close the Control Disconnect Circuit Breaker (CD) in each of the

MCC’s.
a. In each MCC, press and hold the UPS unit power button until
the UPS is on load.
b. The PLCs will power up.
c. The computer at the OWS will power up. Turn the monitor on, if
necessary.
The computer monitor will first display the system start-up messages, and
then the Syncrolift® Shiplift START UP screen.
NOTE It will take approximately 1 minute until the START UP screen is

displayed.
2. Press the STATUS SCREEN function key.
3. Check the EQUIPMENT STATUS window on the screen.
a. The PMR CLOSED indicator will be illuminated GREEN.
b. The MCB OPEN indicator will be illuminated RED.
c. The PAWLS indicator will not be illuminated.
d. The STARTERS READY indicator will be illuminated GREEN.
4. Check the CONTROL STATUS window on the screen.
a. The NORMAL indication should be displayed if the Syncrolift®

Shiplift is to be operated.
b. During power-up the control system will default to the NORMAL

mode.
c. TEST mode should be selected for testing or training when the

need to operate the shiplift is not required.

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d. Use the NORMAL/TEST function key to place the controls in the

desired mode. Press the NORMAL/TEST function key to
change the mode from NORMAL to TEST.
e. Press the NORMAL/TEST function key a second time to change

from TEST back to NORMAL.
f. The NORMAL or TEST indicator will be displayed in the

CONTROL STATUS window.
NOTE The message SELECT NORMAL TO CLOSE MCB will be displayed if the
Operator attempts to close the Main Circuit Breaker (MCB) when TEST
mode is active. The MCB can only be closed in the NORMAL mode.
g. PLATFORM STOPPED will be displayed.
5. Close the MCB in the MCC, if the Syncrolift® Shiplift is to be operated

after the NORMAL mode has been selected.
Check that the MCB CLOSED indication is illuminated GREEN.
NOTE An MCB NOT CLOSED prompt will be displayed if the Operator attempts
to select a control mode and the MCB has not been closed.
6. Press the FAULT SCREEN function key.
Press the FAULT RESET function key to clear any previous fault
indications.
8-3.2. Auto(matic) Up
1. Select the SYNCROLIFT STATUS screen by pressing the STATUS

SCREEN function key.
2. Press the AUTO UP function key.
The mode selected appears in the CONTROL STATUS window on the

monitor.
3. The timed print and/or log features can be selected if required.
a. Press the SET DATA function key to select the SYNCROLIFT

SET DATA screen.
b. Use the up and down arrows (↑ and ↓) to highlight the print

interval box or the enable/disable box.

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c. To change the print interval, press the SELECT function key. A

data entry window will be opened at the top of the screen for the
print interval setting limits. Use the numerical keys to enter the
interval required. Press the ENTER function key when the
setting is correct.
d. To change the Enabled/Disabled print selection, press the

SELECT function key until the required selection is shown.
4. Press the AUDIBLE SIGNAL function key to signal that platform

movement will commence.
5. Press the START function key.
All hoists will operate, indicated by the MOTOR RUNNING indicators

turning GREEN and the CONTROL STATUS window will indicate
PLATFORM RAISING. The motion icon will indicate the direction of
travel.
6. In AUTO UP, the platform will be raised to the transfer elevation where
it is stopped automatically by one of the Normal Limit Up (NLU) limit
switches operating.
The platform can be stopped by the Operator at any other position by

pressing the STOP function key.
The platform will be stopped automatically at any level if a fault/alarm

occurs.
The hoist stopping will be indicated by the MOTOR RUNNING

indicators extinguishing and the PLATFORM STOPPED indicator
being displayed. The motion icon will be cancelled.
7. To level the platform while running in the AUTO UP mode, press the
LEVEL function key when the PLATFORM LEVEL READY block is
illuminated YELLOW. The CONTROL STATUS window will indicate
LEVELING.
The PLATFORM LEVEL READY indication is illuminated when the

platform is within 60 seconds travel (approximately 200mm) from the
transfer elevation.
This method enables the platform to be leveled while in the AUTO UP

mode without stopping the platform.

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If the Operator presses the LEVEL function key when the PLATFORM
LEVEL READY indicator is not displayed, a PLATFORM NOT IN
LEVELLING ZONE prompt will be displayed.
The NORMAL LIMIT UP indicators will be illuminated GREEN as the

NLU switches operate and the hoists stop, and the MOTOR RUNNING
indicator will be extinguished. The PLATFORM LEVEL READY
message will be cancelled and replaced with a PLATFORM LEVELED
indicator (illuminated GREEN) when all NLU limit switches have
activated, and the CONTROL STATUS window will indicate
PLATFORM STOPPED.
8. If the platform stops without being leveled, then the Operator must re-
start the sequence when leveling is required using the following
procedure:
a. Press the AUTO UP function key. The mode selected appears

on the screen.
b. Press the AUDIBLE SIGNAL function key to signal that hoist

rotation will commence.
c. Press the LEVEL function key.
The CONTROL STATUS window indicates LEVELING.
Hoists still operating will be indicated by the MOTOR RUNNING

indicators illuminated GREEN.
The NORMAL LIMIT UP indicators will be illuminated GREEN

and the MOTOR RUNNING indicators will be extinguished as
the NLU switches operate and the hoists stop. A PLATFORM
LEVELED indicator will be illuminated GREEN when all NLU
limit switches have operated, and the CONTROL STATUS
window will indicate PLATFORM STOPPED.
8-3.3. Auto(matic) Down

2. Press the AUTO DOWN function key (the pawls will be retracted
automatically).
The mode selected appears in the CONTROL STATUS window on the

monitor.

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3. Check that all the individual PAWLS RETRACTED indicators and the
ALL PAWLS RETRACTED indicators are displayed GREEN.
The START function key must not be pressed until all of the pawls are
retracted.
NOTE If the START pushbutton is pressed before all the pawls have retracted,
the controls interlock will prevent shiplift operation, and an ALL PAWLS
DID NOT RETRACT message will be displayed.
4. The timed print features can be selected if required.
a. Press the SET DATA function key to select the SYNCROLIFT

SET DATA screen.
b. Use the up and down arrows (↑ and ↓) to highlight the print

interval box or the enable/disable box.
c. To change the print interval press the SELECT function key. A

numeric entry window will be opened at the top of the screen for
the print interval setting limits. Use the numerical keys to enter
the interval required. Press the ENTER function key when the
setting is correct.
d. To change the ENABLED/DISABLED print selection, press the

SELECT function key until the required selection is shown.
5. The TARE CAN BE SET message will be displayed if the platform is

level at the NLU elevation.
Follow the instructions in Section 8-3.7 to set the tare.
Check that the ship load display is set to zero when the tare has been
set.
6. The Operator Stop Depth can be set at this stage. Follow the
instructions in Section 8-3.8 to set the required depth stop limit.
Check that the correct depth stop is displayed on the screen.
7. Press the AUDIBLE SIGNAL function key to signal that platform

movement will commence.
The hoists will operate, indicated by the MOTOR RUNNING indicators

turning GREEN, and the CONTROL STATUS window indicating

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PLATFORM LOWERING. The motion icon will indicate the direction

of travel.
NOTE If the tare was not set in Step 5, the TARE IS NOT SET message will be
displayed for 30 seconds and then cancelled.
9. The platform will be lowered until it is stopped automatically at the

depth set by the Operator or at the maximum allowable depth.
The platform can be stopped by the Operator at any elevation by

pressing the STOP function key.
The platform will be stopped automatically at any level if a fault/alarm

occurs.
The hoists stopping will be indicated by the MOTOR RUNNING

indicators being extinguished and the CONTROL STATUS window
indicating PLATFORM STOPPED.
The motion icon will be cancelled.
8-3.4. Transfer Up
NOTE: The controls are programmed to stop the platform if it reaches the FLU
elevation while using this mode.
NOTE: The TRANSFER UP control mode can only be used when the platform is
at, or near, the transfer elevation when the PLATFORM LEVEL READY
or the PLATFORM LEVEL indication is displayed.
NOTE: Each start in the TRANSFER UP control mode will be started from the
land end hoists first.

2. Press the TRANSFER UP function key.
The mode selected appears in the CONTROL STATUS window.
CAUTION
Frequent use of the JOG switch could

cause thermal build-up of heat in the
elements in the motor overload breaker
causing it to trip.

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NOTE: The controls are programmed to prevent a thermal trip from occurring. If
the Operator attempts to jog more than five times within a 60 second
period, the controls will not allow the shiplift to start a sixth time and a
WAIT TO JOG message will be displayed on the STATUS screen.
Release the JOG function key and allow the thermal elements to cool
down (approximately 60 seconds) and the message will be cleared.
3. Press the JOG function key and hold in.
The START signal will be energized for five seconds, the programmed
time, in the controls. Motor running is indicated by the MOTOR
RUNNING indicators turning GREEN and the CONTROL STATUS
window indicating PLATFORM RAISING.
The JOG function key can be released at any time within the 14
seconds programmed time to stop the hoists, if required.
4. The hoists will run until the programmed time limit (14 seconds) runs
out, or the JOG function key is released, unless a Final Limit Up (FLU)
operates. If any FLU switch operates, the MCB will be tripped and all
the hoists will stop.

indicators extinguishing and the CONTROL STATUS window
5. Press the STOP function key to cancel the TRANSFER UP mode.
8-3.5. Transfer Down
NOTE: The TRANSFER DOWN mode can only be used when the PLATFORM
LEVEL READY or the PLATFORM LEVEL indicators are displayed,
indicating that the platform is at, or near, the transfer elevation.
NOTE: Each start in the TRANSFER DOWN control mode will be started from the
land end hoists first.

2. Press the TRANSFER DOWN function key.
3. Check that all PAWLS RETRACTED indicators and the ALL PAWLS
RETRACTED indicators are displayed GREEN.

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CAUTION
Frequent use of the JOG function could

cause build-up of heat in the thermal
elements in the motor overload breaker
causing a trip.
NOTE The controls are programmed to prevent a thermal trip from happening. If
the Operator attempts to jog more that five times within a 60 second
period, the controls will not allow the shiplift to start a sixth time and a
WAIT TO JOG message will be displayed. Release the JOG function key
and allow the thermal elements to cool down (approximately 60 seconds),
and the jog message will clear.
4. Press the JOG function key and hold in.
The START signal will be energized for five seconds, (the programmed
time in the controls). Motor running is indicated by the MOTOR
RUNNING indicators turning GREEN and the CONTROL STATUS
window indicating PLATFORM LOWERING.
The JOG function key can be released at any time within the 14
seconds programmed time to stop the hoists, if required.
5. The hoists will run until the programmed time runs out or until the JOG
function is released.

indicators extinguishing and the CONTROL STATUS window
6. Press the STOP function key to cancel the TRANSFER DOWN control
mode.
8-3.6. Remote Manual
CAUTION
Remote manual mode is not to be used

when a load is on the platform. Care must
be taken, when using the remote manual
mode, not to allow the platform main beam
to become more than 100 mm out of
position (higher or lower) in relation to the
adjacent beams(s).

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NOTE When remote manual has been selected the load monitoring system
underload trip will not be operational, so that the hoist wire ropes can be
slackened or removed for maintenance.

2. Press the REMOTE MANUAL function key.
3. Check that all the individual PAWLS RETRACTED indicators and the
ALL PAWLS RETRACTED indicator is displayed GREEN.
NOTE Ensure that the EMERGENCY STOP pushbutton on the Hand Held
Controller (HHC) is not pushed in and locked prior to plugging in the HHC
to the hoist junction box. Otherwise, the Main Circuit Breakers (MCB,s)
will be tripped. Turn the EMERGENCY STOP pushbutton to reset it, if
required.
4. At the hoist:
a. Unscrew the cap from the socket on the hoist junction box (HJB).
b. Check that the HHC JOG/OFF/AUTO switch is in the OFF

position.
c. Plug the HHC into the socket on the HJB and tighten the locking
ring.
d. Check that the correct hoist is indicated in the MOTOR

SELECTED window on the SYNCROLIFT STATUS screen.
5. Select the direction the hoist is to operate, UP or DOWN, with the

UP/DOWN selection switch.
6. To operate the hoist, turn the JOG/OFF/AUTO switch to the JOG or to

the AUTO position, as required.
a. Selection of AUTO will operate the hoist continuously. The

hoist is stopped by turning the switch to the OFF position.
The hoist may also be stopped automatically by the FLU limit

switch operating or a high load trip.
b. Selection of JOG will operate the hoist only while the JOG
pushbutton is held down in that position. The hoist is stopped

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by releasing the pushbutton (pushbutton is spring return to the

OFF position).
The hoist may also be stopped automatically by the FLU limit

switch operating or high load trip.
Hoist running will be indicated on the SYNCROLIFT STATUS

screen by the MOTOR RUNNING indicator turning GREEN.
The indicator will extinguish when the hoist stops.
7. The EMERGENCY STOP pushbutton, when pressed, will cause the

MCB in the MCC to trip.
8. A REMOVE HHC message will be displayed on the SYNCROLIFT

STATUS screen if the HHC is plugged into a hoist prior to selecting
REMOTE MANUAL mode. The message will also be displayed if you
exit from REMOTE MANUAL mode by selecting the STOP key on the
OWS keyboard while the HHC is plugged into the hoist junction box.
No control mode can be selected (including REMOTE MANUAL) while
the prompt is displayed.
If the REMOTE MANUAL mode is accidentally cancelled, then the

HHC must be unplugged before the mode can be re-selected.
NOTE If the hoist load has previously been reduced below the low load trip
setting, a low load alarm will be initiated. To re-select the REMOTE
MANUAL mode, turn the LOAD OVERRIDE keyswitch to the ON position.
Follow instructions in Section 8-5.1. Once the REMOTE MANUAL mode
is selected then the LOAD OVERRIDE keyswitch must be turned to the
OFF position.
Plug in the HHC only when the REMOTE MANUAL mode is displayed
in the CONTROL STATUS window on the Operator’s monitor.
CAUTION
When operating in the REMOTE MANUAL

mode, the operator with the HHC should be
fully aware of the limitations of operating a
hoist in this mode. Care should also be
taken with the number of starts in a short
period as this may cause thermal build up
in the motor windings.

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8-3.7. Set Tare and Ship Load
1. The cradles, blocking and other equipment needed for the docking
should be installed on the platform.
2. The platform must be level at the NLU elevation and the AUTO DOWN
control mode must be selected, before the SET TARE function can be
selected.
The TARE CAN BE SET message will be displayed if the tare has not
been set when the platform is level at NLU elevation and AUTO
DOWN is selected.
3. Press the SET TARE function key two times within 2 seconds to
activate this function.
4. The message TARE CAN BE SET will be cancelled from the screen,
and the SHIP LOAD display will be set to zero when the SET TARE
function has been completed successfully.
5. A TARE IS NOT SET message will be displayed for 60 seconds if the

platform is lowered from the NLU elevation and the SET TARE function
has not been completed.
6. The vessel docking should be carried out and the platform raised to the
NLU elevation and leveled. The ship load will be displayed after the
vessel has sued on the blocks.
NOTE Ship load display accuracy.
The ship load display will be accurate when:
 The tare has been set for the cradle set being used for this
docking.
 The platform is stopped and is level at the NLU elevation.
The ship load display will not be accurate when:
 The tare was not set for the cradle set being used for this
docking.
 The platform is being raised, or lowered.
 The platform is below water level.

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8-3.8. Set Depth Limit
The SET DEPTH LIMIT key on the OWS keyboard is used to enter a desired
depth to automatically stop the platform when lowering it. The stop depth is
measured from the NLU elevation.
The depth setting may only be input when the platform is stopped and the
SYNCROLIFT STATUS screen is being viewed.
If an Operator Stop Depth has not been entered by the Operator, the display
on the SYNCROLIFT STATUS screen will show the maximum allowable
depth stop.
1. If the platform is level at the NLU elevation, i.e. all NLU limit switches
are open, the AUTO DOWN control mode must be selected before the
SET DEPTH LIMIT function key can be pressed. The key is
operational at all times if the platform is below the transfer elevation
and the platform is stopped.
NOTE If all of the NLU switches are operated, and the controls are not in the
AUTO DOWN mode, the set depth stop and the display will be reset to its
maximum depth.
2. Press the SET DEPTH LIMIT function key.
A numeric entry keypad will be displayed at the top of the screen, only
values between 0.1 and the maximum allowable depth will be
accepted.
3. Enter the required depth setting using the number keys and the
decimal point key. The value input will be displayed on the depth
setting limit window.
Press the ENTER function key when the setting is correct.
Check that the OPERATOR STOP DEPTH display shows the correct
depth setting.
4. To reset the depth stop to the maximum allowable press the RESET
MAX DEPTH function key.
Check that the OPERATOR STOP DEPTH display shows the

maximum allowable depth.
5. To set another depth press the SET DEPTH LIMIT function key again.

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6. The PLC program will stop the Syncrolift® Shiplift at the set depth and
the FINAL LIMIT DOWN indicator will be illuminated GREEN.
NOTE If the Operator attempts to select the AUTO DOWN control mode when
the platform is at the set depth, a PLATFORM AT DEPTH LIMIT message
will be displayed.
If the platform is allowed to travel to the maximum depth, the NEAR

FINAL LIMIT DOWN indicator will be illuminated YELLOW when the
platform is within 1 minute of travel to the maximum depth.
The set depth feature will not prevent the platform from stopping at the
maximum allowable depth.
The set depth will be cancelled automatically when the platform is next
leveled at the NLU elevation, or when the RESET MAX DEPTH
function key is pressed.
8-3.9. Reset Max Depth
The RESET MAX DEPTH function key is used to clear the Operator Stop
Depth entered by the Operator so that the default maximum platform stop
depth will be used.
1. At any time, press the RESET MAX DEPTH function key.
2. The OPERATOR STOP DEPTH will be cleared and the MAX DEPTH
will be displayed with the default set to the maximum allowable depth
on the SYNCROLIFT STATUS screen.
8-3.10. Set Ground
1. Select the SYNCROLIFT HOIST LOAD screen by pressing the LOAD

SCREEN function key when the shiplift is running up in AUTO UP
control mode.
2. Press the SET GROUND function key before the vessel starts to
ground (sue) on the blocks.
The bar graphs representing the hoist loads will turn to white and the
SHIP GROUND SET message will appear on the screen.
NOTE If the Operator presses the SET GROUND function key while the platform
is stopped, a START PLATFORM THEN SET GROUND message will be
displayed.

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If the Operator presses the SET GROUND function key while the platform
is lowering or while REMOTE MANUAL control mode is active, the
message SET GROUND NOT AVAILABLE will be displayed on the
SYNCROLIFT STATUS screen.
3. As the vessel starts to ground (sue) on the blocking and the load
reading increases by 2 tons, the bars will turn to PURPLE.
4. To cancel the SHIP GROUNDING mode, press the SET GROUND

function key a second time.
5. The bar graphs will remain as WHITE or PURPLE until the SHIP
GROUNDING function key is pressed again, to reset them to GREEN.
The bar graphs will be set automatically back to GREEN (or YELLOW
or RED as applicable if a fault/alarm occurs).
8-3.11. Reset 2ND Depth Gauge
The RESET 2ND DEPTH GAGE function key is used to zero the second
depth display (FROM RESET DEPTH display).
NOTE The RESET 2ND DEPTH function is only available in the down direction.
The feature is used for displaying the distance of travel the platform has
moved from a reference point, such as when the blocks were first covered by
water.
1. At any time during the operation, press the RESET 2ND DEPTH
GAGE function key.
2. The FROM RESET DEPTH display on the monitor will be set to zero.
8-3.12. Timed Printing/Logging
TIMED PRINTING/LOGGING will be disabled when the PC is first switched

on. This feature is enable or disabled from the SYNCROLIFT SET DATA
screen only when the platform is stopped.
When enabled, the default printing and logging is set to 0 minutes. The print
or logging interval may be set to between 1 and 99 minutes.
If enabled a print-out/data log will be produced at the moment the platform

starts running as well as at the set interval during the running of the platform.
NOTE If the printer cable is disconnected, or if the printer runs out of paper or
ink, standard Microsoft messages related to the printer will be displayed.

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Use the up or down arrows and ENTER function keys to respond and
clear the warning messages.
Follow the instructions below to set timed printouts and/or logging.
1. Use the arrow buttons on the keyboard to move to the associated

setting on the screen where it will become highlighted.
2. Depress the ENTER function key from the keyboard to ENABLE or

DISABLE the function.
3. Using the method above, move and select the associated box on the
screen pertaining to the time period to use for periodic printing or
logging. On selecting the input box by pressing the ENTER function
key a numeric entry pad will appear, using the numeric key on the
keyboard, enter a time period in whole minutes between 1 and 99.
Press ENTER to set the period.
NOTE The Operator requested print-out and the fault print-out will still be
operational when the timed print-out is disabled. The same concept
applies to data logging as well.
The Operator may print and log the operating status data when the
Syncrolift® Shiplift is running by pressing the PRINT function key at any
time.
Press the PRINT function key when the Syncrolift® Shiplift is stopped
to print a reproduction of the screen being viewed.
If a fault occurs at any time, an automatic print-out in the same format

as the timed print-out will be printed except with a FAULT REPORT
header added to the sheet. The print-out will also identify the fault.
This concept applies to fault data logging as well.
NOTE Ensure the logging media, usually a USB memory stick, designated at
start up, is installed.
Refer to Section 6-6 for more information on Printing and Logging.
8-3.13. Sheave Efficiency Test
1. Press the EFFICIENCY TEST function key to display the

SYNCROLIFT SHEAVE EFFICIENCY test screen. (Refer to Figure
8-1.)

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NOTE The platform must be approximately 300mm below the transfer elevation
in order to carry out the sheave efficiency test.
A LOWER PLATFORM TO EFFICIENCY TEST LEVEL message will

be displayed if the EFFICIENCY TEST function key is pressed when
the platform is above the required level.
2. A message PRESS START TO BEGIN EFFICIENCY TEST will be

displayed if the platform is at a satisfactory elevation to begin the test.
The shiplift will automatically be raised and lowered to take 10 load

readings in each direction. Messages will be displayed on the
SYNCROLIFT SHEAVE EFFICIENCY screen during each process.
4. The TEST COMPLETE message will be displayed when the platform

operations are completed, and the sheave efficiency values will be
displayed on the screen. The values should be greater than or equal
to the Rope System Efficiency value of 93%. If any value is not, refer
to Section 3-2.3 for guidance.
5. The test results may be printed out by pressing the PRINT function key
while the SYNCROLIFT SHEAVE EFFICIENCY screen is displayed on
the monitor.

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Figure 8-1 - Sheave Efficiency Screen Layout

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8-4. OPERATING PROCEDURES FROM THE EMERGENCY CONTROL STATION
The emergency control station is mounted inside MCC A for use when the controls at
the OWS are not operational.
8-4.1. Start Up
The following procedures are used to set up the control system.
1. Close each of the Control Disconnect Circuit Breaker in the MCC’s.
Check that the PLC is powered up.
2. Close the MCB in both of the MCC’s.
3. Turn the EMERGENCY CONTROLS keyswitch at the EM control panel

to the ON position.
Check that the PAWLS RETRACTED light in MCC A is extinguished

(the pawls are not retracted).
8-4.2. Auto(matic) Up
1. Press the AUTO UP pushbutton at the EM control panel.
2. The observers at the Syncrolift® Shiplift will advise the Operator when
it is safe to operate, i.e. no personnel are working on the hoists.
3. Press the START pushbutton at the EM control panel.
4. The observers at the Syncrolift® Shiplift will advise the Operator that
the hoists are running.
5. The platform will be raised to the NLU elevation where it is stopped

automatically by one of the NLU limit switches operating.
The platform can be stopped by the Operator at any other elevation by

pressing the STOP pushbutton at the EM control panel.
The platform will be stopped automatically at any elevation if a fault

occurs.
6. To level the platform while running in the AUTO UP mode, press the
LEVEL pushbutton at the EM control panel when the platform is within
60 seconds of travel from the transfer elevation.

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This method enables the platform to be leveled while in the AUTO UP

mode without stopping the platform.
The hoists will be stopped as the NLU switches operate.
The observers on the Syncrolift® Shiplift will advise the Operator when
all hoists have stopped.
7. If the platform stops without being leveled, the Operator must start the
Syncrolift® Shiplift using the following procedure:
a. Press the AUTO UP pushbutton at the EM control panel.
b. Press the LEVEL pushbutton at the EM control panel.
The hoists will be stopped as the NLU switches operate.
8. Press the STOP pushbutton at the EM control panel to cancel the

AUTO UP control mode.
8-4.3. Auto(matic) Down
1. Press the AUTO DOWN pushbutton at the EM control panel.
Verify that the PAWLS RETRACTED indicating light illuminates to

indicate that all pawls have retracted.
2. The observers at the Syncrolift® Shiplift will advise the Operator that it
is safe to operate, i.e. no personnel are working on the hoists.
3. Press the START pushbutton at the EM control panel.
4. The observers at the Syncrolift® Shiplift will advise the Operator that all
hoists are running.
5. The platform will be lowered until it is stopped automatically at the

maximum allowable depth that is pre-set in the PLC program.
The platform can be stopped by the Operator at any elevation by

pressing the STOP pushbutton at the EM control panel.
The platform will be stopped automatically at any elevation if a fault

occurs.
6. Press the STOP pushbutton to cancel the AUTO DOWN control mode.

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8-5. OVERRIDE KEYSWITCHES
Two override keyswitches located in MCC A are provided for the Operator to recover
from a fault condition, a LOAD OVERRIDE keyswitch and an EFFICIENCY OVERRIDE
keyswitch. The key switches are mounted with the EMERGENCY CONTROLS located
on the PLC section one door.
CAUTION
The Keyswitches are provided only for use

in an emergency. The switches must be
normally in the OFF position and the keys
removed. The keys must be stored in a
secure location, and only issued when
authorized by the designated person.
The overrides should only be used for one platform cycle to recover from the
emergency situation. When the emergency is resolved, the keyswitch must be turned to
the OFF position and the key removed.
The Key shall be retained by the person authorized to approve its use (the
DockMaster). Both switches use the same key number.
8-5.1. Load Override Keyswitch
If the load monitoring system detects an over load or under load on one, or
more hoists, the shiplift will be stopped automatically. A FAULT ALARM
message will be displayed. No control mode can now be selected.
When an over load or under load has occurred and the shiplift must be
operated, the load override keyswitch may be used.
1. An over load or under load has occurred and the DockMaster has
approved that the override is required to operate the platform.
2. The OVERRIDE KEY is issued to the Operator.
3. The Operator inserts the key into the LOAD OVERRIDE keyswitch at
the EMERGENCY CONTROLS located on the PLC section one door
and turns the switch to the ON position.
A LOAD OVERRIDE ON indicator will be illuminated YELLOW on the

SYNCROLIFT STATUS, SYNCROLIFT HOIST LOAD and
SYNCROLIFT MOTOR CURRENT screens and the FAULT ALARM
message cancelled.

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4. The Operator selects either the AUTO UP or AUTO DOWN control

mode.
a. If an over load has occurred, then the shiplift can only be

operated in the AUTO DOWN control mode.
b. If an under load has occurred, then the shiplift can only be

operated in the AUTO UP and REMOTE MANUAL control
modes.
5. The Operator will press the START and STOP function keys as
required, and operate the platform until the over load or under load is
removed.
6. The OVERRIDE KEYSWITCH will be turned to the OFF position and

the key removed. The key will be returned to the Dockmaster.
8-5.2. Sheave Efficiency Monitoring Override Keyswitch
If the control system detects that the sheave efficiency on one, or more,
hoists is lower than the trip setting, the shiplift will be stopped automatically.
EFFICIENCY FAULT and the FAULT ALARM messages will be displayed.
No control mode can now be selected.
When an efficiency fault trip has occurred and the shiplift must be operated,
the SHEAVE EFFICIENCY OVERRIDE keyswitch may be used.
NOTE It is expected that a SHEAVE EFFICIENCY WARNING message will have

been displayed on the SYNCROLIFT STATUS screen prior to the fault trip
and alerted the maintenance personnel on the need for sheave
maintenance.
1. A sheave efficiency fault trip has occurred, and the Dockmaster has
approved that the override is to be used in order to operate the
platform.
2. The OVERRIDE KEY is issued to the Operator.
3. The Operator will insert the key into the SHV EFF. OVERRIDE
keyswitch located on the PLC section one door, and turn the switch to
the ON position.
An EFFCY MONITOR OVERRIDE indicator will be illuminated

YELLOW on the SYNCROLIFT STATUS, SYNCROLIFT HOIST
LOAD and SYNCROLIFT MOTOR CURRENT screens, and the
FAULT ALARM message cancelled.

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4. The Operator will be able to operate the platform. It is strongly advised

to use the override only to recover from an emergency situation.
5. The SHEAVE EFF. OVERRIDE KEY will be turned to the OFF position
and the key removed. The key will be returned to the Dockmaster.
6. The faulty sheave(s) must be identified, stripped and repaired.

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SECTION 8. OPERATING THE SYNCROLIFT® SHIPLIFT

8-1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................... 8-4

8-2. OPERATING PROCEDURES ................................................................................ 8-5

8-3. OPERATING PROCEDURES FROM THE OPERATOR’S WORKSTATION ........ 8-7

8-3.1. Initialization ............................................................................................................ 8-7

8-3.2. Auto(matic) Up ....................................................................................................... 8-8

8-3.3. Auto(matic) Down ................................................................................................. 8-10

8-3.4. Transfer Up .......................................................................................................... 8-12

8-3.5. Transfer Down ...................................................................................................... 8-13

8-3.6. Remote Manual .................................................................................................... 8-14

8-3.7. Set Tare and Ship Load ....................................................................................... 8-17

8-3.8. Set Depth Limit ..................................................................................................... 8-18

8-3.9. Reset Max Depth ................................................................................................. 8-19

8-3.10. Set Ground ........................................................................................................... 8-19

8-3.11. Reset 2ND Depth Gauge ....................................................................................... 8-20

8-3.12. Timed Printing/Logging ........................................................................................ 8-20

8-3.13. Sheave Efficiency Test ......................................................................................... 8-21

8-4. OPERATING PROCEDURES FROM THE EMERGENCY CONTROL STATION 8-24

8-4.1. Start Up ................................................................................................................ 8-24

8-4.2. Auto(matic) Up ..................................................................................................... 8-24

8-4.3. Auto(matic) Down ................................................................................................. 8-25

8-5. OVERRIDE KEYSWITCHES ............................................................................... 8-26

8-5.1. Load Override Keyswitch ..................................................................................... 8-26

8-5.2. Sheave Efficiency Monitoring Override Keyswitch ............................................... 8-27

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8-2. OPERATING PROCEDURES

Whenever the platform is ready to be moved, all personnel should be alerted by

Do not use radio communication (walkie-

The Syncrolift® Shiplift should always be controlled by trained personnel as follows:

1. The Syncrolift® Contract Name and Number.

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2. The PLC Program Reference Number and Revision Number.

3. The Display System Reference Number and Revision Number.

The standard screen layouts are shown in Section 6-3.

The Atlas DockMaster® screens can be selected while the Syncrolift®

Alarm conditions in the control system are indicated by a YELLOW block, or an

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8-3. OPERATING PROCEDURES FROM THE OPERATOR’S WORKSTATION

The following instructions are to be followed to start up the control system.

1. Close the Control Disconnect Circuit Breaker (CD) in each of the

b. The PLCs will power up.

NOTE It will take approximately 1 minute until the START UP screen is

2. Press the STATUS SCREEN function key.

3. Check the EQUIPMENT STATUS window on the screen.

a. The PMR CLOSED indicator will be illuminated GREEN.

b. The MCB OPEN indicator will be illuminated RED.

c. The PAWLS indicator will not be illuminated.

d. The STARTERS READY indicator will be illuminated GREEN.

4. Check the CONTROL STATUS window on the screen.

a. The NORMAL indication should be displayed if the Syncrolift®

b. During power-up the control system will default to the NORMAL

c. TEST mode should be selected for testing or training when the

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d. Use the NORMAL/TEST function key to place the controls in the

e. Press the NORMAL/TEST function key a second time to change

f. The NORMAL or TEST indicator will be displayed in the

g. PLATFORM STOPPED will be displayed.

5. Close the MCB in the MCC, if the Syncrolift® Shiplift is to be operated

Check that the MCB CLOSED indication is illuminated GREEN.