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Service and Maintenance
The Vortek NXT hoist can only be serviced by an ETC trained/authorized person.
Note:
WARNING:
General Checks
Before each use, check for proper operation of the hoist.
1:
Turn on power to the hoist.
2:
Operate the hoist to the full lower and upper limits. Hoist operation must stop when a limit is
reached.
3:
While operating the hoist, pay close attention to any unusual operating noises.
4:
With the hoist in the lowered position, inspect all batten terminations for wear and damage.
Annual Inspection and Maintenance Checklist
The annual inspection and maintenance must be performed by an ETC trained/authorized person.
Items that must be addressed are:
• Proper operation of the hoist and control system.
• Clearance of batten upper limit
• Inspection of drum, cable and internal sheaves
• Cleaning and lubrication of the drum shaft
• Cleaning and lubrication of the Acme screw
• Inspection of cable-out sleeves and diverters
• Inspection of loft blocks (see manufacturers recommendation for loft block service)
• Inspection of hoist mounting hardware to the structural steel
• Inspection of mounting hardware of the loft blocks
• Inspection of the hoist backbone stiffeners
• Proper operation of the load brake
• Proper operation of the motor brake
• Inspection of all cables
• Installation of all hoist covers
• Inspection of batten terminations
• Proper operation of load sensing
• Position checked (if applicable, adjust)
• Verify that the latest hoist software is installed
Materials Needed
You should have the following materials when performing hoist maintenance.
• Drum shaft and Acme screw lubricants: 3-IN-ONE oil and white lithium grease, respectively
• Air Duster and shop towels: Compressed air dusters and blue shop towels or something similar
• Flashlight and torque wrench
Service and Maintenance
Records of Standard Inspection and Maintenance Check List must be kept by the
owner and must be signed and dated by the person carrying out the inspections and
maintenance.
While performing general checks, annual inspection and maintenance,
including E-stop testing, make certain the entire location beneath the batten
is closed off and all persons, including the operator, are away from the load.
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