OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TM-CHAIN BLOCKS DESCRIPTION AND INTENDED USE TM-chain blocks from THIELE are manually operated portable devices for hoisting and moving loads. Essential features are: • overload protection by integrated slipping clutch • double pawl braking system • load chain according to EN 818-7, grade T, galvanized TM-chain blocks may only be used: •...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TM-CHAIN BLOCKS • Make sure these operating instructions are available in a place near the product during the time the equipment is used. Please contact the manufacturer if replacements are needed. See also Chapter 10. • When performing work make sure to wear your personal protective equipment! •...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TM-CHAIN BLOCKS • Worn, bent or damaged chain blocks must not be put into operation. • Moving parts and the load chain must be lubricated regularly. The brake linings inside the housing must be kept free of lubricant and dirt. •...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TM-CHAIN BLOCKS OPERATION 4.1 General Before using the chain blocks, observe the marking and select the correct size according to the load to be lifted. Prior to each use, the chain blocks must be visually checked for damage or incorrect functioning. In order to check the load brake for each new lifting operation, raise the load a little first and stop again before lifting the load completely.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TM-CHAIN BLOCKS CHAIN ASSEMBLY 1. Clean the load chain that is to be assembled as well as the parts of the chain block that come into contact with the load chain. 2. Insert the first load chain link in an upright position (vertical to the sprocket) between the chain guide and the sprocket.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TM-CHAIN BLOCKS Reeving scheme of TM-B-OP-100N: Top block Drive modul Hand chain Bottom block For load chain mounting make sure that the welds of the upright load chain links in the sprockets of the drive module and top block face outwardly! For design reasons, at the bottom block this can only be achieved by a deflector roll.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TM-CHAIN BLOCKS Take chain blocks out of service immediately in the event of the following defects: • illegible or missing markings • deformation, stretching or breakage of chains or components • cuts, notches, cracks, tears, crushes • heating above the permissible temperature range •...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TM-CHAIN BLOCKS 6.4 Hooks Check hooks for wear and any damage. Take hooks out of service if the hook opening has widened by more than 10 % or the shank height in the hook bottom reduced by more than 5 % compared to a new hook.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TM-CHAIN BLOCKS 7.5 Replacement of the suspension hook The housing must be opened in order to replace the suspension hook. Therefore, this work should only be performed by an authorized expert. In such a case, please contact the service address. 7.6 Gearbox The gearbox is maintenance-free.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TM-CHAIN BLOCKS SPARE PARTS Use only original THIELE spare parts! When ordering spare parts, be sure to state the type, year of manufacture and serial number. Item Description Item Description Item Description Gearbox cover Hand chain wheel Ball bearing, hook...
Mass [kg] Extra mass per meter for extra lift [kg/m] 10 SERVICE ADRESS THIELE GmbH & Co. KG, P.O. Box 8040, 58618 Iserlohn, Germany Tel.: +49(0)2371/947-0 Current operating and assembly instructions are available as a PDF download on the THIELE homepage.