Harken T2 2146 Instructions

Using Alternate Line, Knots, and Splices
Harken is not liable or responsible for use of line used to secure blocks. Go to Harken General Warnings
at www.harken.com for complete details. It is your responsibility to choose the correct line for the block.
When choosing line, use a breaking load that is at least double the block's breaking load to account
for strength loss from:
1. Knots slipping or breaking much lower than line breaking load. Spectra
lines require specialized knots.
2. Splices slipping or failing due to the incorrect type or execution.
3. UV damage increasing with each passing year.
4. Chafing seriously reducing strength.
If you are not comfortable choosing line, work with a qualified rigger. Go to www.harken.com/manuals for
additional information.
Lashing Line Minmum Breaking Load
Part No.
Strands
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Six (6)
8
Strands
9
10
Read important information on choosing line, knots, and splices. Go to US Sailing article:
http://offshore.ussailing.org/Assets/Offshore/SAS/PDF/Dyneema+Article.pdf
Go to online manual at www.harken.com/manuals for link.
WARNING! Failure to account for loss of strength due to chafe or UV damage when choosing
line can result in line breaking suddenly when load is applied.
WARNING! Improper knots or splices can weaken the block installation causing it to break
suddenly when load is applied.
Harken equipment is designed for minimal maintenance. However, some upkeep is required to give
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the best service and comply with the Harken
Keep your equipment clean and free-running by frequently flushing with fresh water. Periodically
clean with mild detergent and water solution. Spin sheaves to distribute soap solution evenly.
Flush with fresh water.
Important: Exposure to some teak cleaners and other caustic solutions can result in discoloration
of part and is not covered under the Harken warranty.
For additional safety, maintenance, and warranty information see www.harken.com or the Harken
catalog.
Additional Information
For additional information, including use of block mouth as a becket, go to online manual 4370 at
www.harken.com/manuals.
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Tel: 262-691-3320, Fax: 262-691-3008 • Web: www.harken.com, Email: harken@harken.com
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2146 (29 mm) 2149 (40mm) 2152 (57mm)
lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg
2000 907 2400 1088 4760 2159
1000 454 1200 544 2380 1079
667 302 800 363 1587 720
500 227 600 272 1190 540
400 181 480 218 952 432
333 151 400 181 793 360
286 130 343 155 680 308
250 113 300 136 595 270
222 101 267 121 529 240
200 91 240 109 476 216
Maintenance
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Warranty
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WARNING! Strictly follow all instructions to avoid an accident, damage to your vessel, per-
sonal injury, or death. See www.harken.com for additional safety information.
Part
No. Description
2146 29 mm
2149 40 mm
2152 57 mm
Terms
Sideplate
Head
Laps
Lashing Strands
Bail
WARNING! Lashing to objects with sharp edges can cause line to chafe and break suddenly
when load is applied.
2. Always lash to mouth of the block. Head is not strong enough to secure line.
WARNING! Lashing to head of block seriously weakens the block. This will cause the block
to break suddenly when load is applied.
Mouth
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Specifications
Max line Ø Maximum working load
Sheave Ø in mm lb
29 mm / 8 330
5
16
40 mm / 10 485
3
8
57 mm / 10 792
7
16
Planning Installation
1. Lash only to objects with rounded edges. Avoid sharp corners.
Sheave
Mouth
Rounded
Head
Do not lash through block Do not lash through block
head. head.
Breaking load
kg lb kg
150 1000 454
220 1200 544
359 2380 1080
Sharp
Head
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