6.7. Load Sheave and Chain Guide
Load Sheave ensures perfect positioning of the chain with 5 pockets for
distribution of the load. Load chain is to be geometrically lined up in
accordance with the chain guide and load sheave
proper engagement of the chain on the load sheave and minimize load
chain wear.
6.8. Brake Operation
Please check the slip of chain with load and without load. If there is slip, brake is malfunctioning
Before replacing brake lining, make sure electric power is turned off and load on the hook is removed.
After replacing the brake lining, operate the hoist in the order of without load, with light load and with
rated load to check the brake function.
Inspection of brake lining
Immediately replace the brake lining if brake disc is :
* tainted with oil, grease or other foreign material
* cracked or damaged
* worn to the "to be replaced" figures => Hoist brake disc less than .079 inch (2mm).
Original dimension of hoist brake disc is .118 inch (3mm).
Chain guide assures
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