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Failure to operate the equipment as directed in the manual may cause injury. Should you have any questions regarding this product, please call Little Mule at (800) 477-5003. Before using the hoist, fill in the information below. Model and serial numbers are stamped into the aluminum hoist housing.
21. NOT remove or obscure the warnings on the hoist. 22. NOT operate a hoist on which the safety placards or decals Each Little Mule FEL Series Electric Chain Hoist is built in are missing or illegible. accordance with the specifications contained herein and at the 23.
Parts Depot & Warranty Repair Centers...........................30 Warranty ..................................Back Cover HOIST SPECIFICATIONS Little Mule electric chain hoists are rugged, portable hoists that Other features that ensure the safe operation of Little Mule provide quick, precise lifting. The hoists are constructed of electric chain hoists include a magnetic disc brake that delivers tough, but lightweight, die cast aluminum alloy housings.
Little Mule cannot be responsible for applications of power. other than those for which Little Mule equipment is 4. Protect the power cable and control cable from coming in recommended. Prior to installation and operation, we caution contact with sharp objects.
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Country Club Road P.O. Box 779 Wadesboro, NC 28170 USA TEL: (800) 477-5003 FAX: (800) 374-6853 2. Before operating the hoist, be sure to observe the following: Available chain containers include the standard metal containers designed for lifts of up to 50 ft on single-chained a.
Although the Little Mule FEL within the rated capacity of the hoist. is built with many features to ensure safety, it is a requirement that a hoist operator understands safe lifting practices.
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Country Club Road P.O. Box 779 Wadesboro, NC 28170 USA TEL: (800) 477-5003 FAX: (800) 374-6853 2. If the length of the worn chain is more than 1½% longer than the unused chain (0.015" per inch of chain measured), then the chain should be replaced.
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Country Club Road P.O. Box 779 Wadesboro, NC 28170 USA TEL: (800) 477-5003 FAX: (800) 374-6853 Note Position of Hook Dead-End Screw Slack End T T O O N N T T O O N N Load End Figure 5 — Chain Replacement with No Chain in Hoist NOTE: Inspect chain guides and load sheave for wear, replace Double-chained Single-chained...
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Do not allow slack- end loop of chain to become taut against hoist housing. This Little Mule electric chain hoists, which are available for will damage the hoist. There should be a minimum clearance 115/230V or 230/460V, are shipped wired for 115V and 460V of 1½"...
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Country Club Road P.O. Box 779 Wadesboro, NC 28170 USA TEL: (800) 477-5003 FAX: (800) 374-6853 DO NOT move any wires or make any changes to the 2. For repairs which can be done by removing the electrical electrical circuit except at the terminal block assembly. cover only, the hoist need not be moved.
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Country Club Road P.O. Box 779 Wadesboro, NC 28170 USA TEL: (800) 477-5003 FAX: (800) 374-6853 3. Remove the four motor mounting bolts attaching the motor to the housing. It will come loose at the motor coupling. 4. Inspect the motor coupling, motor shaft and all the bearings. Replace as necessary.
Country Club Road P.O. Box 779 Wadesboro, NC 28170 USA TEL: (800) 477-5003 FAX: (800) 374-6853 TROUBLE SHOOTING Always disconnect unit from the power supply system before removing hoist covers or the back cover of control station. ––– Remedy––– ––– Probable Cause ––– Hook fails to stop at end of travel Limit switch not operating 1.
Country Club Road P.O. Box 779 Wadesboro, NC 28170 USA TEL: (800) 477-5003 FAX: (800) 374-6853 TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued) Motor brake noise or chatter (while starting hoist) Brake needs adjustment 1. See BRAKE ADJUSTMENT, page 9. Low voltage 2. Ensure that the voltage at the reversing contactor is within ±10% of the nominal voltage while lifting a load. Motor brake “buzz”...
REMARKS (LIST DEFICIENCIES AND RECOMMENDED ACTION) Inspector’s Date Signature Inspected Approved by Date Figure 10B — Recommended Inspector’s Report RECOMMENDED LUBRICATION SCHEDULE* LITTLE MULE ELECTRIC POWERED CHAIN HOIST FIGURE & COMPONENT TYPE OF LUBRICANT TYPE OF SERVICE AND REFERENCE NO. FREQUENCY OF LUBRICATION HEAVY NORMAL...
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Country Club Road P.O. Box 779 Wadesboro, NC 28170 USA TEL: (800) 477-5003 FAX: (800) 374-6853 NOTES...
Contact your nearest Little Mule Service Center for parts and service. For a complete list, see pages 30 and 31. Please have the hoist model number, serial number, and part number with description available for reference. Figure 12 - Basic Hoist...
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Contact your nearest Little Mule Service Center for parts and service. For a complete list, see pages 30 and 31. Please have the hoist model number, serial number, and part number with description available for reference. Figure 13 - Hoist Motor, 1-Phase †...
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Contact your nearest Little Mule Service Center for parts and service. For a complete list, see pages 30 and 31. Please have the hoist model number, serial number, and part number with description available for reference. Figure 14 - Hoist Motor, 3-Phase †...
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Contact your nearest Little Mule Service Center for parts and service. For a complete list, see pages 30 and 31. Please have the hoist model number, serial number, and part number with description available for reference. Figure 15 - Brake & Solenoid Parts NOTE: Refer to wiring diagram inside electrical cover of hoist or Figures 9A &...
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Contact your nearest Little Mule Service Center for parts and service. For a complete list, see pages 30 and 31. Please have the hoist model number, serial number, and part number with description available for reference. Figure 16 - Electrical Parts...
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Contact your nearest Little Mule Service Center for parts and service. For a complete list, see pages 30 and 31. Please have the hoist model number, serial number, and part number with description available for reference. Figure 17 - Pushbutton Station...
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Contact your nearest Little Mule Service Center for parts and service. For a complete list, see pages 30 and 31. Please have the hoist model number, serial number, and part number with description available for reference. Parts List for Pushbutton Station Ref.
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Contact your nearest Little Mule Service Center for parts and service. For a complete list, see pages 30 and 31. Please have the hoist model number, serial number, and part number with description available for reference. Figure 18 - Standard Limit Switch Parts...
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Contact your nearest Little Mule Service Center for parts and service. For a complete list, see pages 30 and 31. Please have the hoist model number, serial number, and part number with description available for reference. Figure 19 - Long Lift Limit Switch Parts...
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Contact your nearest Little Mule Service Center for parts and service. For a complete list, see pages 30 and 31. Please have the hoist model number, serial number, and part number with description available for reference. Figure 20 - Gearbox...
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Contact your nearest Little Mule Service Center for parts and service. For a complete list, see pages 30 and 31. Please have the hoist model number, serial number, and part number with description available for reference. Parts List for Gearbox Parts Ref.
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Contact your nearest Little Mule Service Center for parts and service. For a complete list, see pages 30 and 31. Please have the hoist model number, serial number, and part number with description available for reference. Figure 21 - Chaining Parts...
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Contact your nearest Little Mule Service Center for parts and service. For a complete list, see pages 30 and 31. Please have the hoist model number, serial number, and part number with description available for reference. Parts List for Chaining Parts...
LITTLE MULE AUTHORIZED WARRANTY REPAIR CENTERS AND PARTS DEPOTS As a Little Mule Hoist user, you are assured of reliable repair and parts services through a network of Master Parts Depots and Service Centers that are strategically located across the United States, its territories and Canada. These facilities have been selected on the basis of their demonstrated ability to handle all parts and repair requirements promptly and efficiently.
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Country Club Road P.O. Box 779 Wadesboro, NC 28170 USA TEL: (800) 477-5003 FAX: (800) 374-6853 UNITED STATES NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA (cont’d) WASHINGTON **ABC ELECTRIC **B & J INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY **MORRIS MATERIAL HANDLING 24-25 46th Street. 5601 1st Avenue S. Tinicum Ind.
MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS a performance problem due to defective materials OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF or workmanship as verified by Little Mule , repair MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A ® or replacement of the hoist will be made to the PARTICULAR PURPOSE.