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Thern Stage Equipment DW1M1-S4 Owner's Manual

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Replacements are available
from TSE, PO Box 347,
Winona, MN 55987,
507-454-2996.
www.thernstage.com
IMPORTANT: Please record
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page 2. This information is
required when calling the
factory for service.
ORIGINAL TEXT
SA9895A-0316
Owner's Manual
For
DW1M1-S4 Capstan

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  • Page 1 Replacements are available from TSE, PO Box 347, Winona, MN 55987, 507-454-2996. www.thernstage.com IMPORTANT: Please record product information on page 2. This information is required when calling the factory for service. ORIGINAL TEXT Owner’s Manual DW1M1-S4 Capstan SA9895A-0316...

  • Page 2: Two-Year Limited Warranty

    They should not be understood to prepare you for every possible situation. The information contained in this manual is applicable only to the Thern DW1M1-S4 Capstan. Do not use this manual as a source of information for any other equipment.
  • Page 3 Owner's Manual for Thern DW1M1-S4 Capstan page 3 Suggestions for Safe Operation DO the following: Read and comply with the guidelines set forth in this Owner’s Manual. Keep this manual, and all labels attached to the unit, readable and with the equipment at all times.

  • Page 4: Installing The Unit

    Owner's Manual for Thern DW1M1-S4 Capstan page 4 Installing the Unit Important! Do not install the unit in an area defined as hazardous by the National • Inspect the unit immediately Electric Code, unless installation in such an area has been thoroughly following installation according approved.
  • Page 5 Owner's Manual for Thern DW1M1-S4 Capstan page 5 Installing the Breather Plug Important! Install the breather plug to vent heat and pressure. Failure to do so could • Save the O-Ring for use when result in pressure buildup which could damage the reducer.
  • Page 6 Owner's Manual for Thern DW1M1-S4 Capstan page 6 Connecting Electric Power Important! Install proper branch circuits, disconnect devices, protection, and grounding • Use electrical equipment with the as required by article 430 of the National Electric Code. correct rating and Underwriter’s All electrical work must be performed by a licensed electrician.
  • Page 7 Owner's Manual for Thern DW1M1-S4 Capstan page 7 Installing the Synthetic Fiber Rope Important! Wrap the synthetic fiber rope securely to the unit drum. A poorly secured • Use synthetic fiber rope and other synthetic fiber rope could slip and allow the load to escape. See Figure 2.

  • Page 8: General Theory Of Operation

    Owner's Manual for Thern DW1M1-S4 Capstan page 8 General Theory of Operation THE PULL REQUIRED to move the load must not exceed the load rating of 2.1.1 Important! the unit. Consider the total force required to move the load, not the weight of the load.

  • Page 9: Preparing For Operation

    Owner's Manual for Thern DW1M1-S4 Capstan page 9 Breaking-In the Unit BREAK-IN OCCURS during the first few hours of normal operation. During 2.2.1 break-in, mating surfaces become polished, and clearances increase. This is desired for efficient operation of bearings and gears.

  • Page 10: Moving The Load

    Owner's Manual for Thern DW1M1-S4 Capstan page 10 Moving the Load Important! Ensure reaction bar anchor is properly engaged to the reaction bar. See • Obey a stop signal from anyone. Figure 3. • Maintain tension on the synthetic fiber rope to keep it tightly and MOVE THE LOAD slowly and smoothly, only a small distance at first.

  • Page 11: Cleaning The Unit

    Owner's Manual for Thern DW1M1-S4 Capstan page 11 Cleaning the Unit Clean the unit to remove dirt and help prevent rust and corrosion. Important! CLEAN THE UNIT every six months or whenever it is dirty. 3.1.1 Increase the frequency of maintenance procedures if the WIPE ALL EQUIPMENT to remove dirt and grease.
  • Page 12 Owner's Manual for Thern DW1M1-S4 Capstan page 12 Lubricating the Unit Important! Make sure the breather plug is clean and open to vent heat and pressure. Poor • Do not leave plug holes in the ventilation may cause overheating and result in damage to oil seals and other reducer open.

  • Page 13: Inspecting The Equipment

    Owner's Manual for Thern DW1M1-S4 Capstan page 13 Inspecting the Equipment Important! Do not use damaged or malfunctioning equipment. Place an “OUT OF ORDER” • Start an inspection program as sign on the unit. Do not use the unit until the sign is removed by a qualified soon as you put the unit into use.
  • Page 14 Owner's Manual for Thern DW1M1-S4 Capstan page 14 Instructions for Periodic Inspection 3.3.4 Perform periodic inspections: VISUALLY INSPECT the unit and all other equipment. • Every 12 months. • Disassembly may be required in order to properly inspect individual • Whenever you return the unit to components.
  • Page 15 Owner's Manual for Thern DW1M1-S4 Capstan page 15 TEST UNIT PERFORMANCE by operating the unit with a test load equal to the load rating. • Listen for unusual noises, and look for signs of damage as you operate the unit.
  • Page 16 Owner's Manual for Thern DW1M1-S4 Capstan page 16 Table 1 – Inspection Checklist checked boxes indicate damage or problem in need of repair damages problems general finish weathered, flaking, otherwise damaged unit jerks or hesitates during operation parts cracked, bent, rusted, worn, otherwise damaged unusual noises, other signs of malfunction fasteners stripped threads, bent, worn, otherwise damaged loose, not tightened to proper torque reducer gears, bearings, or shafts loose, worn, otherwise damaged not properly lubricated lubricant leakage lubricant contaminated end connections...
  • Page 17 Owner's Manual for Thern DW1M1-S4 Capstan page 17 Table 2 – Troubleshooting Chart Contact the factory for assembly/disassembly instructions. Disassembly of the gearbox before contacting Thern, Inc. voids all warranties. problem cause correction motor won’t run • circuit breaker tripped or fuse blown . . . . . . . . .reset circuit breaker or replace fuse • electrical connections loose or damaged .

  • Page 18: Repairing The Unit

    Owner's Manual for Thern DW1M1-S4 Capstan page 18 Repairing the Unit GET FACTORY AUTHORIZATION for all repairs. Unauthorized repairs 3.4.1 Important! will void the warranty, and may lead to damage or failure of the unit. • It is your responsibility to REPLACE DAMAGED OR POORLY OPERATING PARTS with Thern 3.4.2...

  • Page 19: Transporting The Unit

    Owner's Manual for Thern DW1M1-S4 Capstan page 19 Transporting the Unit PACK THE UNIT in an upright position for transport, using the original 4.1.1 packaging materials, if possible. Important! • Keep a record of what you ship, FASTEN THE UNIT to a wooden base using bolts, to keep it from moving and when you send it.
  • Page 20 A division of: Thern, Incorporated 5712 Industrial Park Road Winona, MN 55987 PHN 800-553-2204 507-454-5282 EMAIL: info@thernstage.com www.thernstage.com...

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