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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Electric Wire Rope Hoists • series DRH 1/2/3/4 Electric Trolley Electric Trolley Electric T • series DST/N/S - DST/R - DRT 1 • 2 • 2 • • 3 • 3 • • INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE installation •...
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Electric Wire Rope Hoists series DRH 1/2/3/4 Electric Trolleys series DST/N/S - DST/R - DRT KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05...
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh INDEX 1. PRELIMINARY INFORMATION 1.1 Contents and user of the manual 1.2 Symbols: meaning and use 1.3 Conformity with safety regulations 1.4 The manufacturer’s responsibility 2. DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION 2.1 The electric wire rope hoist and related trolleys 2.1.1 Intended use - Foreseen use - Designated use 2.1.2 The range...
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh INDEX 5. FUNCTIONING AND USE OF THE HOIST 5.1 Functions of the hoist 5.1.1 Intended use – Foreseen use – Designated use 5.1.2 Permitted loads, loads not permitted 5.1.3 Lifting accessories 5.2 Operating conditions 5.2.1 Operating environment 5.2.2 Danger zones and people exposed to risk...
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• Electromagnetic Compatibility directive (EMC) 2014/30/UE. The manufacturer’s responsibility With reference to the contents of this manual dONATI SOLLEVAMENTI S.r.l. declines any responsibility in case of: • use of the hoist contrary to the national safety and accident prevention laws •...
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 2. - DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION The electric wire rope hoist and related trolleys 2.1.1 Intended use - Foreseen use - Designated use The electric wire rope hoist is a machine generally used to lift vertically in the air a load by means of a hook or handling accessories suitable for the purpose.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh fig. 1 fig. 2 drhmon drhmonrot fig. 3 fig. 4 drhrib DRHCARRBITR The conception and structure: • The DRH electric wire rope hoists and related electric trolleys are produced according to the conception of modu- lar components which, assembled together in relation to commercial needs, as well as the standard versions always available in the warehouse, allow various normalized and special executions to be carried out rapidly and economically.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 2.1.3 DRH wire rope hoist parts (fig. 5) fig. 5 1 - Electrical lifting motor • Three-phase asynchronous motor, self-braking conical rotor. Minimum protection IP55 - Insulation class F. It is fitted with a series of thermal probes to protect against overloads. Three-phase asynchronous motor DRH4 24kW cylindrical.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 6 - rope guide • Formed by a threaded ring made of spheroidal graphite cast iron, the rope guide allows an optimal winding of the wire rope on the drum [RES. 4.1.2.4 - Attachment I Machine Directive]. An elastic system allows the automatic registration of clearance and wear and tear.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 2.1.4 Trolley parts (fig. 6) drhmon6 drhmonrot6 drhrib6 fig. 6...
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh A/B/C - Electric trolleys with single girder , types dST/N - S - r (Normal - Articulated- Lowered) • They are usually made up of an idler group and a drive wheel assembly, each one fitted with two press- forged steel wheels produced mechanically and installed on permanently lubricated ball bearings.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh Technical information and service conditions 2.2.1 Safety reference list In the planning and construction of the DRH electric wire rope hoists the following standards and principal technical regulations have been taken into account: •...
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 2.2.6 Criteria and condition of use • Correctly determine the operating limits of the hoist in order to ensure the correct functioning and the complete correspondence to the operating systems of the work for which it is intended. •...
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For this reason at the due time of 10 years the equipment ShOULd NOT be put any more in service without an inspection by DONATI SOLLEVAMENTI S.r.l. expert technicians in order to check if the equipment has still some remaining working life, so able to work in safe condition for a further period, the equipment has to be subject to a deep technical control of all the parts.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 2.2.7 Identification of hoists and related trolleys Configuration of ropes ➞ 8 falls 6 falls 4 falls 2 falls (single-grooved drum) (8/1) (6/1) (4/1) (2/1) drh Type drh Type in relation drh Type in relation Tipo drh Letter...
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 2.2.8 Characteristics and technical data Type of trolley Capacity Life and data of the drh electric wire rope hoists on the hoist Groupe service Speed at 50 Hz Motor power Lifting height (m) Rope Type monorail...
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh Type of trolley data of the drh electric wire rope hoists Capacity Life and on the hoist Groupe service Speed at 50 Hz Motor power Lifting height (m) Rope Type monorail double of the reducers/...
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh Trolley data and motor power (maximums suppliable = kW) with one and two travel speeds Electric travel 1 Speed: 8 or 10 m/min. 1 Speed: 16 or 20 m/min. 2 Speed: 16/4 or 20/5 m/min. trolley Reducer ratio Trolley motor...
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 2.2.9 Overall dimensions conical motors – Weights – Reactions on the supports see page 29 S2 = I1 – S3 – S1 Series DRH electric wire rope hoists DRH series with 2 and 4 falls of rope in fixed, standing and suspended configuration * DRH3 and DRH4 with Low Voltage Control Box, the dimension P has to be: DRH3 = 330;...
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh Single girder DST/N/S trolleys for DRH electric wire rope hoists -2 rope falls version (2/1) and 4 rope falls version (4/1). Reactions on the support see page 30 MAGNETICO group For dimensions I1 – S1 – S2 – S3 see page 19 Electric wire rope hoist drh series with 2 and 4 ropes falls with normal headroom trolley “N”...
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG04 MAN16MGO5 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh Single girder DST/N/S trolleys for DRH electric wire rope hoists – 2 rope falls version (2/1) and 4 rope falls version (4/1) Articulated Overall dimensions Trolley Falls Type (mm) N° r.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh Monorail DST/R trolleys for electric DRH wire rope hoists – 2 rope falls (2/1) and 4 rope falls versions (4/1) Reactions on the support see page 31 MAGNETICO group MAGNETICO group For dimensions I1 –...
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh DRT double girder trolleys for electric DRH wire rope hoists – 2 rope falls (2/1) and 4 rope falls versions (4/1) Reactions on the supports see page 32 For dimensions I1 – S1 – S2 – S3 – N – P – h see page 19 (*) Foreseen gauge of standard production is S = 1000 mm.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh DRT double girder trolleys for DRH wire rope hoist suspended execution - Version 2 rope falls and 4 rope falls Reactions on the supports see page 32 For dimensions I1 – S1 – S2 – S3 – N – P – h see page 19 (*) Foreseen gauge of standard production is S = 1000 mm.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh DRT double girder trolley for DRH wire rope hoist in trasversal position with 2 rope falls (2/1) and 4 rope falls (4/1) Reactions on the supports see page 33 For dimensions I1 – S1 – S2 – S3 – N – P – h2 see page 19 h = h5 + h6 Electric wire rope hoists DRH series with 2 and 4 ropes falls with double girder trolley DRT, hoist set-down trasversal execution Overall dimensions (mm)
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh DRT double girder trolley for DRH wire rope hoist –Version with 6 rope falls (6/1) Reactions on the supports see page 33 For dimensions I1 – N – h2 – h4 – L2 see page 20 Rope Type Trolley...
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh DRT double girder trolley for DRH wire rope hoist –Version with 8 rope falls (8/1) Reactions on the supports see page 33 For dimensions I1 – N – h2 – h4 – L2 see page 20 Overall dimensions (mm) Rope Type...
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh Reactions on the supports Series drh electric wire rope hoists serie drh with 2 and 4 falls of rope foot mounted and suspended configuration Version with 2 falls of rope (2/1) Hoist Static reactions: R1;...
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh Single girder dST/N/S trolleys for drh electric wire rope hoists – 2 rope falls version (2/1) Hoist Static reactions: R1; R2 = daN Drum C Drum N Drum L Drum X1 Drum X2 Capacity (kg)
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh Single girder dST/r trolleys for drh electric wire rope hoists – 2 rope falls version (2/1) Hoist Static reactions: R1; R2 = daN Drum C Drum N Drum L Drum X1 Drum X2 Capacity (kg)
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh drT double girder trolleys for electric drh wire rope hoists set-down/suspended – 2 rope falls (2/1) and 4 rope falls versions (4/1) Version with 2 falls of rope (2/1) Hoist Static reactions: R1; R2 = daN Drum C Drum N Drum L...
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh drT double girder trolley for drh wire rope hoist in trasversal position with 2 rope falls (2/1) and 4 rope falls (4/1) Version with 2 falls of rope (2/1) Version with 4 falls of rope (4/1) Hoist Static reactions: R1;...
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MAN16MGO5 KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG04 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 2.2.10 Characteristics of the motors, fuses and power cables Minimum section Power of power cables hoist Motor Group Power Ia - (A) In - ( A ) current Poles COS ϕ 400V - (∆...
KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 3. - SAFETY AND ACCIDENT PREVENTION The DRH electric wire rope hoists and related trolleys and accessories have been designed and manufactured using the most modern technical knowledge and can be used safely. The dangers for persons working with the hoists can be totally eliminated and/or notably reduced only if the hoist is used by authorised staff who are appropriately trained and sufficiently prepared in accordance with the instructions in this documentation.
KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh General safety regulations Before putting the hoist into service it is necessary: • To read the technical documentation carefully; • To find out about the functioning and the positioning of the emergency stop device; •...
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh Warning about remaining risks Having carefully considered the possible dangers in all the operating phases of the DRH electric wire rope hoist and related travelling trolleys, necessary measures have been taken to eliminate, as far as possible, risks to the operators and/or limit or reduce the risks derived from dangers not totally eliminable at source.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh Safety measures and instructions 3.5.1 Control devices The control of the DRH wire rope hoist and related trolley is generally carried out with a push- button panel (being part or not of the supply) which sends electric signals to a low voltage control panel to activate the related movements.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh Different variants of the DRH rope hoist can be supplied (with or without a trolley, with one or two speeds) giving the following configuration for the devices on the pushbutton control panel: drhmonrot drhmon Set-down DRH rope hoist...
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 3.5.2 Safety and emergency devices The DRH electric wire rope hoists and related trolleys are fitted with the following devices (fig.8): A) Mechanical brakes of negative type on the lifting and travelling motors, respectively for ascent/descent and right/left manoeuvres, which intervene automatically if the power supply fails.
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Capacity kg Speed m/min Hoist mass kg GR. FEM R.I. % Manufact. n° Year N° DONATI SOLLEVAMENTI s.r.l. DONATI SOLLEVAMENTI s.r.l. COD. VIA QUASIMODO, 17 - 20025 LEGNANO VIA ROMA 55 - 21020 DAVERIO 3x400V 50Hz IP 55 MILANO - ITALY...
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4. - HANDLING - INSTALLATION - PUTTING INTO OPERATION General notes at delivery • The DONATI DRH electric wire rope hoists and related trolleys are, as far as possible, delivered pre- assembled in their principal parts. • The client can proceed independently to the installation phases of the hoist following the instructions contained in this chapter and allocating the assembly to specialized staff.
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DONATI SOLLEVAMENTI S.r.l. takes no responsibility in the case of transportation by the client or haulage contractors chosen by the client...
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 4.2.3 Handling points and handling equipment • To allow easy and safe handling, in relation to the configuration of supply foreseen, the DRH wire rope hoists and related trolleys are fitted with the following handling points: (A) DRH hoists in fixed execution or supplied without trolley: 1.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh (B) DRH hoists with DST/N/S and DST/R trolleys: 1. The DRH hoist is generally assembled with the relevant configuration of a designated DST trolley. The trolley/hoist unit is fitted with handling points which, when necessary, allow the handling by a lifting accessory, 4-fall chain or rope sling, provided with suitable hooks (fig.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 4.2.4 Handling For the handling of DRH hoist proceed as follows: • Allocate a limited, suitable area, with a level floor or surface, for the unloading operations and setting down on the ground of the pallet or of the chest or cage containing the material.
KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh Preparing the place of installation To allow the installation of the DRH electric wire rope hoist with or without the relative trolley, the following operations must be carried out: • Check the suitability of the carrying structures on which the hoist is to operate, in relation to the actions and static reactions and dynamics connected with its functioning and use •...
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh Installation of the hoist and related trolley For the installation of the drh electric wire rope hoist in the various configurations of supply: • 4.4.1 Hoist, without trolley, designed for set- down or suspended installation •...
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If the DRH electric wire rope hoist must be installed in set-down execution, the setting down of the hoist, in fixed position or on a trolley not supplied by dONATI, is foreseen with four eyebolts connected in the lower part of the carrying casing.
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If the drh electric wire rope hoist must be suspended, in fixed position or on a trolley not supplied by dONATI, the suspension of the hoist can be carried out by using the eyebolts which must be connected in the respective slots situated in the upper part of the hoist.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 4.4.2 Hoist fitted with normal DST/N or DST/S trolley • Generally the DST/N trolleys and always the DST/S trolleys, are delivered pre-assembled on the respective DRH hoist with an internal space between the wheels (L) already set for the girder on which the trolley/hoist, according to the contractual agreements, is to be installed.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh For the installation at a height, proceed in the following way: NOTE: This operation must be done jointly by at least 2 operators qualified at least to the level shown on the right. 1.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 5. For DST/N trolleys, loosen, without unscrewing them completely, the fixing screws -1- of the horizontal plates -2- of the vertical plates -3- opposite the motoreducer side, so that they are not rigidly constrained together (fig. 36). 6.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 12. Check that all four sliding tracks of the trolley wheels are resting correctly on the girder and that between their edge and the wing of the section bar there is a clearance of 2 mm max. on either side (fig 40). 13.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 4.4.3 Hoist fitted with reduced dimension DST/R trolleys Generally DST/R trolleys are delivered with the respective DRH already preinstalled. For installation at a height proceed in the following way: NOTE: This operation must be performed jointly by at least two operators who have a qualification not less than the one shown on the right.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh The installation on the girder at a height of the hoist/trolley unit positioned on a pallet must be carried out SOLELY by ELEVATING it with the help of a forklift truck, or a raisable platform or of other means suitable for the purpose and NEVER BY LIFTING, because the slings would make the assembling on the girder difficult or dangerous (fig.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 9. Using a mobile scaffold or raisable platform, an operator reaches the installation height of the girder, while the other operator lifts the pallet, slowly and without oscillating the load, to draw level with the lower edge of the sliding girder of the trolley.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 4.4.4 Hoist equipped with DRT double girder trolley The DRH hoist, combined and pre-assembled with the DRT trolley, is generally fitted onto a double girder crane (travelling crane, gantry, etc.) The movement and installation of the trolley/hoist onto the support girders, whether on the ground or suspended, must be carried out EXCLuSIVELY using LIFTING equipment (travelling crane, movable cranes, hoists, etc.) combined with suitable harnesses fixed to the eyebolts on the DRT trolley.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh To install the DRH hoist combined with the DRT double girder trolley onto girders positioned on the ground, proceed as follows: 1. Avoid dangerous oscillations when handling the trolley/hoist group, maintaining the lower line of the wheels at a distance of approximately 1 m from the ground, and bring it to the area designated for its assembly onto the girders.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh The use of a MOVABLE CRANE is recommended in installing the DRT double girder trolley onto suspended girders. For assembly operations, proceed as follows: NOTE: This operation must be conducted jointly with at least 2 operators whose qualifications at least match the requirements requested.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 4.4.5 Collegamenti elettrici The DRH electric wire rope hoists and related trolleys can be supplied in the following configurations (see chapter 2): • Complete with incorporated controls (low voltage control panel and related push-button panel). In this case, all the cabling is already pre-fitted and only the power line needs connecting to the terminal block contained in the control equipment, located in the opposite side to the motor (fig.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 1. Ensure that the power line cable is not live, putting the general power switch for the hoist in the “O” or “OFF” position, arranging if available its closure with a padlock or attaching a sign forbidding manoeuvres. 2.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh To make electrical connections, if the hoist IS NOT FITTED with an incorporated control board, proceed in the following way: 1. Operate at a height using suitable working equipment (mobile scaffold, raisable platform, etc.) and using adequate personal protective measures (gloves, safety harnesses, etc.).
KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh Putting the machine into operation 4.5.1 Preliminary operations Before putting the DRH wire rope hoist and related trolley into use, carry out the following operations: • Lubrication of the mechanisms: (see also point 6.3.4 “Cleaning and lubrication”) •...
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 4.5.2 Fitting the hook block To fit the hook block, when it is not already fitted on the DRH hoist, proceed in the following way: These operations can be performed: • At a height, with the help of suitable equipment, for hoists in fixed suspended position, or fitted with DST/N - S or DRT trolley.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 5. In the case of 4-fall hoists, pass the wire rope through the transmission pulley positioned on the hoist and, in the case of 6 or 8-fall hoists, pass the wire rope through the transmission pulley positioned on the trolley. When the transmission pulley is positioned at a eight, tie the rope end with a cord securely and firmly, and then, from the top of the scaffold/platform positioned at a height the operator lifts the rope end using the cord (fig.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 4.5.3 Adjustments and trial runs The DRH electric wire rope hoists and, when included, the trolleys are fitted with sensitive electrical micro- limit switches which delimit the run (fig. 88): • of the hoist in ascent and descent. •...
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 1. Check that the movements of the hoist correspond to the indications shown on the respective ascent and descent buttons of the push-button control panel: • push, with a quick movement, the ascent button and check that the hook goes up •...
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh Adjusting the limit switch devices of the trolley (if part of the supply): 1. Check the correct positioning of the actuators of the electric limit switches of the trolley (fig. 96). 2.
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• The overload device is a component with the safety function of preventing overload and the calibrations MUST NOT be changed (fig. 101). • Where a new calibration is necessary, such an operation MUST BE performed by the technical service of dONATI SOLLEVAMENTI S.r.l. or by staff trained and authorized by the company.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh Proceed to the testing of the DRH wire rope hoist and, if available, the related trolley, in the following way: • Empty test runs: • activate the switch/disconnecting switch • put the emergency stop switch in the position which allows movement •...
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 5. - FUNCTIONING AND USE OF THE HOIST Functions of the hoist 5.1.1 Intended use – Foreseen use – Designated use The electric rope hoist is a machine which is usually used to lift an unguided load vertically with a hook or using suitable engagement accessories.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 5.1.2 Permitted loads, loads not permitted The loads must: • Be of a form, dimensions, mass, balancing and temperature suitable to the characteristics of the place in which they will be handled and they must be compatible with the performance of the hoist. •...
KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh Operating conditions 5.2.1 Operating environment • The operating environment must have the following characteristics: • temperature: min. –10°C; max. +40°C, max. relative humidity 80%, maximum altitude 1000 m above sea level. •...
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 5.2.3 Illumination of the work area The DRH electric rope hoist and relative trolley do not have their own lighting system. Therefore, the work place of the hoist operator must be adequately illuminated in order to guarantee maximum visibility. •...
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 5.2.6 Manoeuvres It is a good rule to perform one movement at a time, because only in this way can a manoeuvre be started, stopped and constantly followed by the operator, who also has to avoid continuously switching the machine on and off even for little movements.
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DRH wire rope hoists, is within values corresponding to the rated capacity plus the following percentages: min. 20% and max. 25%. • When the safety devices are not supplied by DONATI SOLLEVAMENTI S.r.l., they must be installed by the purchaser.
KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh Stopping the hoist – Switching off at the end of use Normal stopping: • Normal stopping of the controlled functions simply requires the relevant buttons to be released, which, by returning to the “0” position, stops all corresponding movements. They are instantly blocked and kept in a stable, safe state by the brakes of the motors.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh Criteria and precautions of use • The correct use of the DRH electric rope hoists and of the relative trolleys guarantees the safe and full performance of the machine. • These potentialities are only guaranteed if the following instructions are strictly adhered to: •...
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh • ALWAYS ensure that the hoist hook is centred on the perpendicular of the load before slinging and moving the load (fig. 120). • ALWAYS appropriately secure the load slings to the lifting hook and stretch the slings with slow and safe moves. •...
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh Constraints of use • The use of the hoist for manoeuvres which are not permitted, improper use and a lack of maintenance can carry risks of danger for the health and safety of the operator and of the people in the area, as well as risks of damage for the work environment and can compromise the functionality and intrinsic safety of the machine.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh • NEVEr use the lifting rope as slinging for the load (fig. 128). • NEVEr lift loads with the point of the hook. • NEVEr perform a hook run, after having positioned the load, in a way which causes the rope to wobble. •...
“MAINTENANCE WORK IN PROGRESS”. For problems which may come about or to order spare parts contact the DONATI SOLLEVAMENTI S.r.l. Technical Assistance Service.
KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh Maintenance plan The maintenance plan includes ordinary types of work, such as inspections, checks and tests conducted by the operator and/or by qualified staff appointed for normal company maintenance and periodical maintenance, which includes replacement, adjustments and lubrication, carried out by technical staff trained for the job through specific courses and publications.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 6.3.2 Frequency and deadlines for maintenance work The frequency of the following operations is for DRH hoists used in normal working conditions and is valid up to the M6 group (ISO norm 4301-1:1986) or 3 m (FEM rule 9.511/86). If the hoist is used normally and correctly for a daily 8 hour shift, overhaul can take place after a period of about 10 years (FEM rule 9.755/93).
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• All screw bolts, high resistance plugs and pins must be disassembled and carefully checked annually, and so must the relative seating. DONATI TECHNICIAN Repair or substitute hinged parts where one finds: • deformation: lengthening, crushing, staining, bending •...
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh Quarterly check of efficiency of the lifting rope and of the fixing elements (anchorage with wedge) - (fig. 133): • Rope check: • The rope and rope guide undergo wear • Check the state of the rope to localise any degradation •...
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• dimensional reductions in any point > 5% • to check the dimensional characteristics of the hook see the table (fig. 134) (see also DIN regulation 15405) • for replacement procedures contact the technical assistance service at DONATI SOLLEVAMENTI S.r.l.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh hook characteristics of drh hoist (fig. 134) DIN 15401 hooks • wear hook limits for DIN 15405: - a2 dimension > 10% of nominal dimension - h2 dimension < 5% of nominal dimension Type of hook related to the capacity (kg) and FEM Group Hook dimensions Size...
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Substitute the pulleys if they show: • a reduction of the diameter of the throat > 5% • for replacement procedures contact the technical assistance service at DONATI SOLLEVAMENTI S.r.l. Quarterly check of the efficiency of the rope drum shell/rope guide (fig.
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• It is forbidden to carry out internal corrective maintenance on the lifting and transverse motors • Any extra maintenance work on the lifting and transverse motors must be carried out by the assistance service of DONATI SOLLEVAMENTI S.r.l. or by staff authorised by them. DONATI SERVICE fig.
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• It is forbidden to carry out corrective maintenance on the lifting and transverse self- braking motors • Any extra maintenance work on the lifting and transverse motors must be carried out by the assistance service of DONATI SOLLEVAMENTI S.r.l. or by staff authorised by them. DONATI SERVICE...
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh Quarterly checking of the efficiency of the wheels, sprockets and guide rollers (fig. 140): • Check the state of wear and tear on the edges and rotating bands of the travelling trolleys and of the guide rollers in the articulated version •...
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh Quarterly checking of the efficiency of the electrical control system (fig. 142): (in the case of the hoist and related trolley with incorporated BT control panel) WARNING! Some of the operations described below are carried out with live power, operate with the maximum caution.
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• If a new calibration of the device is necessary, this operation must be done by the assistance service of DONATI SOLLEVAMENTI S.r.l. or by staff authorised by DONATI SOLLEVAMENTI S.r.l. EXAMPLE FOR A HOIST OF LIFTING CAPACITY 5000 kg...
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh Quarterly checking of the efficiency of the hoist and trolley unit limit switches (fig. 144) • Check the conservation state and the correct intervention (activate the limit switches several times) and in particular, their functioning during a normal manoeuvre at full load trying, when available, first at low speed •...
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 6.3.4 Cleaning and lubrication of the hoist Cleaning can be carried out by staff who are not highly specialised. It is necessary periodically to keep the hook, the hook block and the push-button panel clean.
KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh Setting and adjustments 6.4.1 Lfting brake adjustment (conical motor) • The hoist motor is self-braking type with axial movement of the rotor. • The braking is mechanical and ensured by a conical brake block integral with the rotor which, in a power failure, is pushed by a spring in contact with the brake lining of the brake cover.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 5. Remove the ring from the block by unblocking it, if necessary using a screwdriver in the notch of the ring (fig. 149). 6. Turn the ring 360° (1 complete turn) in anticlockwise direction -8-, considering that one complete turn of the ring causes an axial movement of 1 mm of the brake block -9- (fig.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 6.4.2 Lifting brake adjustment (cylindrical motor DRH4 24kW) • Hoist motor is cylindrical type with electro-magnetic brake with spring in DC current. • Braking is mechanical due to sprigs that pull the keeper against the disk, so braking motor shaft. •...
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 5. Loosen register screws -8- using an hexagonal wrench (fig. 149a). 6. Dowel 3 blades thickness -9- of 0.8 mm near fixing screws positioned at 120°, between the magnet and the keeper, leaving them inserted during all adjustment.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 6.4.3 Setting the braking torque on the traversing motor • The self-braking trolley motor features axial rotor shifting. • The braking action is mechanical and is provided by a conical braking block that is integral with the rotor, which, in the absence of power, is pushed by a spring in contact with the brake cover’s braking lining.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh A) - External adjustment of the braking torque: • To increase or decrease the desired braking torque, proceed as follows: 1. Loosen the central Allen screw (fig. 155). • To increase the braking torque: remove one or more washers until obtaining the desired increase in bra- king torque (fig.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh B) - Internal recovery of the braking clearance: 1. Operating from the raised scaffolding/platform, remove the protective grid (vent) positioned on the brake cover by completely unfastening the four screws (fig. 154). 2.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh Dismantling the hoist and related trolley Where it is necessary to disassemble the DRH wire rope hoist and related trolley to fit them to a new installation or to subject them to maintenance and/or repairs which require work on the ground (e.g.: replacement of the trolley wheels), proceed as described in the following points: The disassembling operations must be carried out by qualified staff trained for the purpose, equipped...
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 6.5.1 Disassembling of the hoist • Remove the live current to the trolley pushing the emergency stop button -1-; put the lever of the disconnecting switch in the ”O” or “OFF” position, reach the working zone safely, bringing to a height the push-button panel to prevent it being activated from the ground (fig.
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• Bring the pallet under the hoist until the feet of the hoist are in contact with the surface of the pallet. Lift slowly for few centimetres to detach the wheels from the girder (fig. 169). For trolleys not supplied by DONATI SOLLEVAMENTI S.r.l. see the specific procedures of the relative manufacturer.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 5A) Hoist on normal DST/N trolley: • For DST/N trolleys, loosen without unscrewing them completely, the fixing screws -1- of the horizontal plates -2- of the vertical plates -3- opposite the motoreducer side, until they are no longer rigidly constrained together (fig. 170). •...
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 5B) Hoist on DST/S articulated trolley It is recommended that where possible this operation be carried out with the hoist trolley positioned on the rectilinear section of the sliding girder • Put back the horizontal connecting plates -2- of the vertical plates -3- by using the fixing screws -1- (fig. 173) without tightening them.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 6.5.3 Disassembling the hoist with double girder DRT trolley The handling of the hoist/trolley unit must be carried out SOLELY with a LIFTING apparatus (overhe- ad travelling crane, travelling crane, hoists, etc.) and with the relevant slings fixed to the eyebolts on the DRH trolley.
• During wire rope replacement, to prevent the rope spring projecting, it is COMPuLSORY to use the special “Spring tightening” device (fig. 180), which is available from the DONATI SOLLEVAMENTI S.r.l. Service and Assistant Centres.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 2. Operating at a height (from the floor of the mobile scaffold or from the raisable platform), having carried by hand the push-button control panel up to the level of the working area so that it cannot be activated from the ground, by removing the pin -1- using the relative snap pin, disconnect the lever -L- of the overload device of the anchorage cross head -11-, let the lever -L- rotate downwards until the anchorage pivot -2- can be taken off and thus allows the anchorage to be disassembled -3- (fig.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 10. Disassemble the wire-clamping spring -19- using the special spring-tightening device -T- (fig. 180) and pliers to remove the clip -20- (fig. 188). 11. Unscrew the nuts -21-, take off the screws -22- and the relative spring -23- from the two semi-rings -15- and -16- (fig. 189). 12.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh The following instructions are valid only for DRH electric wire rope hoists in 4-rope fall execution with DST/R trolley and 6 and 8-rope fall. 7. Take off the limit switch cover -27- removing the respective screws -28-, taking care not to disconnect or change the setting of the limit switches (fig.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh When the old wire rope must be replaced with a new one: • NEVER uSE wire ropes already used or for which the characteristics are not known, or wire ropes not fitted with a certificate or declaration from the manufacturer. •...
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh The following instructions are valid for all versions of DRH electric wire rope hoists, except those in 4-rope fall execution with DST/R trolley and 6 and 8-rope fall. 7. Bring together the two semi-rings -15- and -16- to the drum , inserting the screws -22- and the springs -23- and tightening the self-blocking nuts -21- until the springs are pre-charged -23-, taking care not to tighten them in a pack and to keep the whole ring-rope guide system elastic (fig.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh fig. 204 fig. 205 The following instructions are valid only for DRH electric wire rope hoists in 4-fall rope execution with DST/R trolley and 6 and 8-rope fall. 7. Bring to the drum the semi-ring on the side where the wire rope comes out -16- and rotate it towards the girder side, until the wire rope comes out downwards (fig.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 6.6.2 Lifting brake replacement (conical motor) To replace the brake of the hoist motor, procede as follows: 1. Activating the descent switch -1- on the push-button panel, bring the hook block into the position of maximum descent -2- and release any load (fig.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 6.6.3 Lifting brake replacement (cylindrical motor DRH4 24kW) To replace brake motor disks go on in this way: 1. Acting on down push button -1- take the hook block in down position -2- and keep out the load (fig. 208). 2.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 6.6.4 Replacing the traverse brake To replace the trolley motor brake, proceed as follows: 1. Cut off the trolley’s power supply by pressing the emergency stop button -1-; set the line cut-off switch lever to the “O”...
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 6.6.5 Replacing the wheels of DST/N-S-R trolleys This operation must be carried out after disassembling of the hoist/trolley from the girder on which it is installed (see paragraph 6.5). The replacement of all four wheels is recommended even if some of them appear to be in good condition.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - instructions for use series drh 6.6.6 Replacing the wheels on the DRT double girder trolleys This operation must be carried out by priorly disassembling the hoist/trolley from the girder on which it is installed (see section 6.5). It is advisable to replace all four wheels, even if one or more of them may appear to be in good condition.
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KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh 6.6.7 Replacing the hook side cheek of the hook block Carry out the operation with the hook block dismantled from the hoist. For the dismantling and the reassembling of the hook block, see paragraph 6.6.1. To be able to carry out the following operations, the following are needed: •...
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MAN16MG05 KMAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE SERIES DRH - DST/N/S - DST/R - DRT Breakdowns and solutions 6.7.1 Main anomalies and malfunctionings The most common conditions of bad functioning are shown, where reasonably predictable, in relation to the individual operating functions of the DRH electric wire rope hoist and related trolleys.
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KMAN16MG05 MAN16MG05 1/2/3/4 - 1/2/3/4 - MAN16MG05 instructions for use series drh instructions for use series drh 6.6.7 Replacing the hook side cheek of the hook block 6.7.2 Breakdowns of components and possible solutions Causes of bad functioning of individual parts and possible solutions Carry out the operation with the hook block dismantled from the hoist.
Tel. +39 0331 14811 - Fax +39 0331 1481880 E-mail: info@donaticranes.com - www.donaticranes.com E-mail: info@donati-europe.com - www.donati-europe.com The use of non-original spare parts, as well as cancelling the warranty, can threaten the good functioning of the electric wire rope hoists and/or related trolleys.
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