Maintaining The Hook; Measuring Wear On The Hook - Verlinde STAGEMAKER SL5 504 M2 B D8+ Owner's Manual

10. Attach the chain to the fixed end position.
10.1Place the first chain link into the slot of
the suspension point.
10.2Insert the pin (2), which holds the
chain in place, into the hole on the
side.
10.3Push in the pin completely using a
hexagon key or a similar tool. The pin
secures the fixation of the chain only,
when you place it properly to the end
stop.
10.4Pull on the chain and check visually
that you have attached the pin and the
chain correctly.
10.5Apply Loctite thread locker to the
locking screw (1). Tighten the screw
carefully to secure the fixation of the
pin on its place.
11. Pull the rubber buffer up on the chain.
Attach the end stop to the chain end on the
chain bucket side of the chain fall.
The dimension 'W' should be at least
150 mm (5.9 in). The dimension 'W' is
NOTE
the distance from the end of the chain
to the bottom of the end stop.
12. Place the chain into the chain bucket. Attach the chain bucket to the chain hoist.
For more information, see chapter Fitting the chain bucket.
13. Perform the functional tests and the load tests.
Perform the functional test up and down. If local regulations require it, perform also the load
test. Pay attention to the chain and make sure it drives straight into the chain hoist.
7.6

Maintaining the hook

7.6.1

Measuring wear on the hook

Check the wear on the hook and the suspension hook regularly. Replace any damaged safety
latches immediately.
The hook dimensions are nominal, since they are not controlled to a tolerance. Take the
NOTE
reference measurement of the hook opening (a2) when the hook is new.
1. Check that the hook surface is free of significant rust, weld splatter, deep nicks, and gouges.
2. Inspect the hook for any damage from chemicals. Check for possible deformation or cracks.
This document and the information contained herein, is the exclusive property of Verlinde S.A.S and represents a non-
public, confidential and proprietary trade secret that may not be reproduced, disclosed to third parties, altered or
otherwise employed in any manner whatsoever without the express written consent of Verlinde S.A.S. Copyright 2020
© Verlinde S.A.S. All rights reserved.
1 2
w
7 MAINTENANCE
6/2020