Before using the Equipment......................9 During Operation..........................9 Inspection, Maintenance and Repairs..................10 SPECIFICATIONS…………........................13 Product Code............................13 Speci cation Chart (forra ll models of PROWINCH® Electric chain hoist.....13 Load Level and Service Life......................14 Fixed Hoist Speci cationd......................15 Trolley Hoist Speci cations......................16 Hoist Dimensions..........................16 OIL &...
For purposes of enforcing the warranty of the product purchased, Prowinch® LLC, will only be liable for any damage when proven the user has followed each one of the warnings contained in the User Manual and Safety.
1910.179(k)(2) requires that test reports be placed on le where readily available to appropriate personnel.” In order to ensure Safety and installation requirements Prowinch requires Load Tests to be performed prior to initial use for all Hoists, Winches and Cranes, as well as other related components.
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RESPONSIBILITY to consider all risk factors and follow all the equipment-related ASME B30 standard, which comprises the following volumes: To ensure safety and installation requirements, Prowinch requires a Load Test to be perfor- med before initial use for all Hoists, Winches, and Cranes, as well as other related compo- nents.
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Safety Bulletin B30.26 Rigging Hardware. B30.27 Material Placement Systems. B30.28 Balance Lifting Units. B30.29 Self-Erecting Tower Cranes. B30.30 Ropes. DO NOT 1. DO NOT Operate, install, or repair the hoist unless trained and authorized. 2. DO NOT Operate the hoist unless you have rst read the operator’s manual. 3.
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Safety Bulletin WIRE ROPE: Check for broken wires, broken strands, kinks, and deformation or damage to the rope structure. CHAIN: Check for corrosion, wear, elongation, twist, nicks, or gouges. Keep Chain/ Wire Rope Clean and Lubricated. REEVING: Check the rope for proper reeving and that rope parts are not twisted. LIMIT SWITCHES: Ensure that all limit devices stop lifting motion before the load block or chain/ro- pe stop strikes the hoist.
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This Prowinch® Electric Chain Hoist is designed for safe and reliable service if operated according to this User Manual. Respect all warnings for personal and third-party safety. The inadequate operation of this equipment may cause injuries or damage to the equipment.
Safety Precautions 1.1. Crane Safety Precautions WARNING: This symbol indicates unsafe practices or situations which may cause damage to the property and even injuries to the personnel. DANGER: This symbol indicates a potentially dangerous situation which if not avoided may cause severe injuries or death All operators and other users who are near the steel chain or its load must wear required safety equipment: gloves, safety helmet / hard hat, safety shoes and eye...
• Only trained and authorized personnel may perform repairs to the equipment. • Use only original ProWinch® parts. The use of any other part immediately voids the warranty. • Failure to use only original ProWinch® parts may create a dangerous condition for the operator.
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Safety Precautions 1. Do not overload. 2. Check the proper crimp of the 3. Periodically check the chain and keep electrical connections. it lubricated. 4. Do not transport people or animals 5. Do not step or walk under lifted load 6.
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Safety Precautions Warning: Do not exceed the operating temperatures for which the hoist is designed. This range is indicated in this manual and may vary depending on the model. Avoid contact with gases or explosive materials. Exposure to water, sand, a corrosive environment, or other potentially harmful elements may damage the equipment.
Double Speed Hoist 81db Observations Do not use Prowinch® Electric Chain Hoists when the temperature or humidity exceeds the range stated in the Speci cation Chart. Our hoists are designed to lift loads vertically under normal atmospheric and working conditions.
Specifications 2.3. Load Level and Service Life Infrequent Work Uniformly Distributed Work Periods Periods Hoist Duty Max. Max. On Class Max. No. No. Time Max. No. Time, Starts/hs From Cold of Starts min/hr Start Powerhouse and utilities with infrequent handling. Using hoists primarily to install and service heavy equipment, where loads frequently approach rated load and where the hoist is (12.5%)
Mechanisms are regularly subjected ronmental, Geographical, Severe 1 - 3 to the maximum load. etc <100% < Duty Cycle Limit 2.4. Fixed Hoist Specifications Model Specifications PWRF1000 PWRF2000 PWRF4000 Capacity (lb) 1000 2000 4000 Motor Power (W) 1300 1600 IP55...
Specifications 3. Oil & Lubricant Recommendations Do not allow chain to run dry. Lubricant dramatically increases the life of the load chain. Weekly lubrication and cleaning are satisfactory, but under hot, dirty, and extreme conditions, it may be necessary to clean the chain at least once a day and lubricate it several times between cleanings.
Installation 4. INSTALLATION Before installing, removing, inspecting, or performing any maintenance on the hoist, the main switch must be de-energized, locked out, and tagged out. Do not use this equipment in hazardous locations. Installation Process: • Electric chain hoists must be grounded properly. •...
Installation 4.2 Chain Bag Assembly pin is installed properly). the upper hook from the hoist body) can be omitted ,it is only required to install the hoist between two side plates of trolley, and lock the upper hook. 4.3.2 Assemble chain bag (Fig.4.1) 4.3.3 Link the power supply and operate the push button, the procedure should be performed by professional trained person .(Fig.4.2) Power cable pulley...
Installation 4.3. E lectrical Connections Operator and/or owner must provide main power supply hardware (cable, conductor bar, fuses, disconnect switch, etc.) Fuses and other current overload devices must be in place to protect power supply. Do not use power supply cables with solid conductors. when touching any part of hoist or trolley DANGER Hazardous Voltage...
Installation 4.4. Install Trolley (models with trolley) 1. Insert suspension pins into lateral plate G and lock it with suspension pin bolts and nuts. 2. Install suspension pin with adjusting disk. 3. Install suspension pin into hanger T. The nameplates of hoist and trolley should be in the same direction. 4.
Installation 4.5. Adjust Trolley Width (models with trolley) • Adjust width of trolley according to drawing (below) for appro- priate clearance. • Size A is the dimension of two side plates that stretch outside completely. • Size A must be approximate B (the width of rail ange) + 4mm. •...
Operation 5. OPERATION 5.1. Q Hoist operators are required to read and fully understand the operation section of this manual, all warnings contained in the manual, and labels attached to the equipment. Safe and e cient operation of this hoist requires an operator who displays caution and careful judgment. The operator must be fully alert, focused, and aware of his/her surroundings.
Operation 5.3. Recommended Operation Always carry out a complete inspection before starting the operation of the hoist. See ASME B30. Always let all personnel know that crane maneuvers are about to begin! Do not allow Unauthorized Personnel to be in the lifting area. Start with Operational Test 1.
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Operation NEVER leave load suspended without attention of the hoist operator! V.02.23 [LM]...
Parts 6.2 Motor and body assembly parts list Part Name Qty. No. Part Name Qty. 1 Cross grooved disc head screw M6x16 37 Load chain 2 Flat washer 38 The top piece of armor 3 Cross grooved disc head screw M3x6 Limit the spring (single chain) 4 Small washer Limit the spring (dual chain)
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Parts 6.3 Motor and body assembly parts list Part Name Qty. No. Part Name Qty. Nylon cable waterproof clamps 73 Fixed plate 94 Power cord assembly 74 Cross grooved disc head screw M5x10 95 Fastener 75 Hexagon socket cylindrical head screw 96 Hexagon socket cylindrical head screw M6X10 76 Top Hook 77 Small washer...
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Parts Part Name Qty. No. Part Name Qty. 121 Base cover seal washer 150 Flat washer 122 Base cover 151 Flat washer 123 Small washer 124 spring washer 125 Hexagon socket cylindrical head screw 126 Nameplate 127 Set chain bucket assembly 128 small washer 129 Hexagon socket cylindrical head screw 130 Safety warning labels...
Inspection & Maintenance 7.OPERATION 7.1. Periodic Inspection Items Standards Clear marks and no peeling Proceed with cleaning, Marks such as repairing and replacing. Visual check name-plates, labels etc. Record serial number for replacing Visual check Motor Connection Gearbox Replace parts which are Gearbox damage, defect or deformed, damaged, and...
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Inspection & Maintenance Items Standards Extent of pitch Check by chain measurement tool Check with chain measurement tool diameter Visual check Damage Chap - No deep cut Replace load chains wind - No Wind -No Chap No remarkable rust and Rust and corrosion Visual check Replace load chains...
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Inspection & Maintenance Items Standards Method Replace limit switch, disassemble and clean limit lever shutdown -Load chain can roll up easily -Motor shutdown immediately -All movements shutdown when movement when pushing the Brake immediately stops (amount of movement of the load chain is within 2 to 3 rings) Length of spring Replace chain spring...
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Inspection & Maintenance Items Standards Visually check and with vernier caliper tool Load 0.3 -0.5 hook 7.5 - 10 20 - 25 Visual check Replace hook corrosion corrosion Replace hook safety block -Can exactly fold inside the hook Hook safety block Dangerous -Do not use hook if safety block is loosening Improper use will lead to death or serious injury...
Troubleshooting 7.2. During Operation: Symptoms Main Cause Excessive voltage Power Power supply Internal wiring Contactor is Contactor inaudible Transformer Brake is Up/Down limit switch inaudible Hoist does not operate Motor Brake Internal wiring Gear Brake is audible Bearing Power Feed power Operates without load only Motor Low voltage...
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Troubleshooting Fault Major Cause Check Items Rail declining Trolley movement Does not move horizon- Electric trolley /manual trolley Gear occlusion problem Trolley movement tally Electric trolley /manual trolley Brake fastening Trolley movement Electric trolley Electric faults Trolley movement Rail & wheel interference Side wheel lacks oil Uneven wheel wear Irregular movement and...
Troubleshooting Reason Cause Power Cable Reason Cause Strong force exerted other equipment (2 or more) movable part. Repair or change cable Wire break if broken Interference with other equipment outside interference Temperature rise due to Adopt the proper cable Check cables, exchange if Binding cable used Do not use binding cable Check cable diameter, replace...
Troubleshooting Brake Reason Cause Excessive current caused by Operate under rated voltage high or low voltage Excessive current caused by Operate under rated voltage Measure brake phase resistance overload Braking coil burning value; change brake if value is operate under rated voltage Excessive current caused Stop immediately if unable to state...
Troubleshooting Transformer Reason Cause Excessive voltage Operate under rated voltage Measure coil resistance value; Coil burning, break Excessive current caused by Refer to contactor items contactor (contractor) Avoid excessive bumping in usage Check leading wire, repair or Avoid excessive bumping in Wire break change transformer if wire usage...
Troubleshooting Limit switch Reason Cause Contact fused nuity of contactor, replace if result Limit switch overuse Avoid overuse of switch Inspect cable, change if wire break- Avoid excessive bumping in Wire break age or replace limit switch usage Check movable parts such as limit Movable parts Set in Up/Down limit for lever.
Troubleshooting Electric shock Reason Cause Improper ground wire con- Firmly connect ground wire Equipment not prop- Measure earth resistance. If below Assemble carefully to prevent erly grounded 100Ω assemble ground wire loose screw Electric shock upon touching machinery or control switch Do not apply excessive force on Cable break cable...
Troubleshooting Load chain Reason Cause Check hook state before oper- Reset hook turned usage Chain is twisted Chain twist in ma- Reassemble chain guide and load Improper assembly Ensure proper assembly chinery body chain Chain is twisted or Chain bag inadequate bag nameplate) replace with larger while lowering knot in chain bag...
Troubleshooting Chain Wheel Reason Cause Check wear degree on chain, wheel Improper noise Wear of chain wheel slot, and load chain. Replace if badly worn Overload Use under rated load Incline pull Avoid incline pull Load pulley and empty pulley Reason Cause Irregular sound from springs...
Troubleshooting Trolley Reason Cause Apply oil above orbit Ensure wheel is clean and No drive due to wheel skid wheel tread. unobstructed Use in environment which outside material does not Clean orbit regularly interfere with parts between wheel and on curve track rail Interference of curve Curve track exceeding limit...
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