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  • Page 1 ® Reg. U.S. TM. O . PWK4300i-240-VS-UL User’s Manual / Manual de usuario Safety Warnings / Advertencias de seguridad...
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  • Page 3 User Manual and Security Warnings corresponding to the unit purchased. In this sense, Prowinch® LLC will not be liable for accidents and / or damages to persons and / or property resulting from the negligent use of the product.
  • Page 4 ” 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.
  • Page 5 Safety Bulletin (c) Guide governments and other regulatory bodies in the development, promulga- tion, and enforcement of appropriate safety directives. The equipment covered by the B30 Standard is subject to hazards that cannot be abat- ed by mechanical means, but only by the exercise of intelligence, care, and common sense.
  • Page 6 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 first read the operator’s manual. 3.
  • Page 7 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/rope stop strikes the hoist.
  • Page 8 Index DISCLAIMER ..................................3 SAFETY BULLETIN.................................4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..............................10 Mandatory use..............................10 Safety precautions..........................10 - 14 Safety handling precautions.......................14 - 16 General environmental precautions......................17 Structural specifications........................18 - 19 Installation and testing procedure....................20 - 22 Training and certification..........................23 Maintenance..............................24 Main technical data..........................24 - 25 General method for cable sizing........................25 Safety use................................26 Installation and testing..........................27...
  • Page 9 Index TROUBLESHOOTING ................................63 During operation ............................63 Power Cable ..............................65 Motor ................................65 Brake ..................................66 Inside Wiring ..............................66 Transformer ..............................67 Contactor & Electric Reply .........................67 Limit switch ..............................68 Push Button switch ............................68 Electric shock ..............................69 Hook ..................................69 Load Chain ..............................70 Chain Wheel ..............................71 Load pulley and empty pulley .........................71 Chain guide ..............................71...

  • Page 10: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Thank you for purchasing our Prowinch® Electric Winch. This User Manual provides im- portant information for personnel involved with the installation, operation, and maintenance of this product. Read this User Manual before installing, operating, or maintaining the product.

  • Page 11: Winch Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions 1.1. Winch 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 wire rope or its load must wear required safety equipment: gloves, safety helmet / hard hat, safety shoes...

  • Page 12: During Operation

    • 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.

  • Page 13: Handling Precautions

    Safety Precautions 1.5. Handling Precautions: • Keep the winch in best conditions. Failure to adequately align, support, or attach winch to a suitable mounting base could result in a loss of efficiency or premature failure of winch, wire rope, or mounting base. •...
  • Page 14 Safety Precautions 1.11. Winch repair: • In order to repair a Prowinch® winch, use only original Prowinch® parts. Using unauthorized parts will void warranty. 1.12. Winding the winch cable: • You must wear leather gloves to handling the winch rope. To proceed properly you need to apply and maintain a small load on the rope.
  • Page 15 18. Do not allow the cable or hook to be touched by a understood all these rules and the equipment manual welding electrode. delivered by PROWINCH LLC® , including instructions and maintenance manuals. 19. Do not loose or hide this Safety Handling Precautions.
  • Page 16 7. Inspect equipment regularly , replace damaged or worn qualified to perform such adjustments or repairs. parts, and keep appropriate records of maintenance. 8. Only use PROWINCH® recommended parts to repair this equipment Be sure to disconnect the power supply once the operation is completed. Never leave powered equipment without operator supervision.
  • Page 17 Safety Precautions 3. GENERAL ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS The following environmental conditions can cause malfunction of the winch. The following environmental conditions may cause mal functions in the equipment. When operated outdoor, a shelter should be used for extreme weather conditions: below -10º C or above 40º C If used near chemicals, corrosive gas or explosives may cause an explosion.

  • Page 18: Structural Specifications

    Safety Precautions 4. STRUCTURAL SPECIFICATIONS This equipment works with single-phase and three-phase motor and NGW planetary transmission, using a hook and steel cable. The brake disk is unlocked electromagnetically . Control switch: dead man’s switch. Motor: Single-phase and three-phase motor, isolated, with high power and low inertia. Transmission: NGW planetary gear reduction, advanced steels, providing a long life service.

  • Page 19: Installation

    Installation 4.2. Proper procedure to correctly apply the rope By holding the right hand or left hand with the index finger extended, palm up or palm down, the proper procedure for apply- ing left and right lay rope can easily be determined. OVERWIND RIGHT TO LEFT LEFT LAY UNDERWIND LEFT TO RIGHT...
  • Page 20 Installation 5. INSTALLATION AND TESTING PROCEDURE 5.1. Installation • The supporting structure the winch is mounted to, must be designed by an engineer, to withstand the loads and forces by the winch for the rated load. • Install in location that allows the operator to move and stay clear of the load. •...

  • Page 21: Load Calculation

    Installation 5.3. Load calculation • Pulley Coeficient Pulley number Bearing Pulley 0.98 1.96 2.94 3.92 Bushing Pulley 0.92 1.92 2.88 3.84 P - Rope tension T - Pulley coefficient W -Load a. Truck capacity to pull the load Rolling resistance can be caused by the degree of the angle, the type of track and the state of the car. - Necessary conditions to use 1.
  • Page 22 Installation b. Calculation of work angle To obtain a uniform winding of the steel cable, the working angle must not exceed 1.5 degrees. In the case of units with a fixed deflecting pulley, it is necessary to multiply the drum width by 16. The result is the minimum distance for the location of the deflecting pulley (in the case it is fixed).

  • Page 23: Training And Certification

    An improper installation and incorrect electrical connec- tion will terminate the warranty. Any intervention to this unit without Prowinch®’s aproval will terminate the warranty.

  • Page 24: Maintenance

    It is your responsibility to periodically check the condition of the steel cable, anchor or any parts that can be worn loose or damaged in both the unit and the object to move. 8. MAIN TECHNICAL DATA Model PWK4300i-240-VS-UL Rated Load (lb) 9600 Speed (ft/min) Cable Length (ft)

  • Page 25: Duty Cycle

    Maintenance Duty Cycle Maintenance Expected Life [Working Hours] Working Conditions Load Time Interval 800 1600 3200 6300 12500 (Months) Light Mechanisms subjected normally to light Light 6 - 12 loads and very rarely to the maximum load. Mechanisms subjected normally to moderate Normal <...

  • Page 26: Safety Use

    3. When the machine is in use, the staff can not use the framework hook , lifting platform for other work or remain under the equipment or load. 4. Do not repair or modify this equipment without authorization of Prowinch . Replacement parts and service must be performed in Prowinch.

  • Page 27: Installation And Testing

    It is the installer or/and owner’s responsibility to carry out all structural tests to ensure proper installation. Prowinch® is not responsible of improper installations. 2. Testing a. Whether the working voltage of testing installation site accords with the demand stipulated on the data plate of the prod- ucts, lest makes the machine burn out because the power sends mistake, its voltage should be range in specified value ±...
  • Page 28 Installation 12. COMMON TROUBLE AND SOLUTIONS Problem Reason Solution 1. Power the unit. Manually pressing any 1. Unit has no power. 2. Check the wiring and repair if button won’t make 2. Broken or loose power cable. necessary. the unit work. 3.
  • Page 29 Maintenance Version 1.0 29...
  • Page 30 Maintenance Any modification or repair without prior Prowinch’s authorization will void the warranty of the equipment. It is your responsibility to periodically check the condition of the steel wire rope, anchor or any parts that can be worn loose or damaged in both the unit and the...

  • Page 31: Warranty

    13. TROUBLESHOOTING AND POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS Before using the winch Prowinch®, check the drum to ensure that the wire rope is coiled properly. To ensure that the winch operates smoothly, test the control button. If winch fails after several attempts, check the following points: 1.
  • Page 32 1) Warranty is only valid with the receipt or legal invoice for 13) Every unit that may show signs of abuse, loading more a period of 3 years from it’s issue date and with the Prowinch than the indicated weight, has evidence of burned circuits,...

  • Page 33: Technical Specifications

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  • Page 39 Installation 3. 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. •...
  • Page 40 Installation 3.2 Chain Bag Assembly 4.3.1 Before installing the hoist , please confirm the whole upper hook assembly has been firmly assembled to the hoist body and that the chain connection pin is installed properly. Remarks: If the hoist is equipped with electric trolley , the upper hook does not need to be removed.

  • Page 41: Electrical Connections

    Installation 3.3. Electrical 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. An improper or insufficient ground connection creates an electrical shock hazard when touching any part of hoist or trolley DANGER...
  • Page 42 Installation 3.4. 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.- Install additional gaskets into suspension pin before inserting it into lateral plate S.

  • Page 43: Supply Voltage

    Installation 3.5. Adjust Trolley Width (models with trolley) • Adjust width of trolley according to drawing (right) for appropriate clearance. • Size A is the dimension of two side plates that stretch outside completely. • Size A must be approximate B (the width of rail flange) + 4mm.

  • Page 44: Specifications

    Double Speed Hoist 81db Observations Do not use Prowinch® Electric Chain Hoists when the temperature or humidity exceeds the range stated in the Specification Chart. Our hoists are designed to lift loads vertically under normal atmospheric and working conditions. Version 1.0...
  • Page 45 Specifications 2.3. Load Level and Service Life Operational Time Ratings at K = 0.65 Uniformly Distributed Infrequent Work Work Periods Periods Hoist Duty Typical Areas of Application Max. Max. On Class Max. No. No. Time Max. No. Time, Starts/hs From Cold of Starts min/hr Start...
  • Page 46 Specifications Maintenance Expected Life [Working Hours] Working Conditions Load Time Interval 800 1600 3200 6300 12500 (Months) Light Mechanisms subjected normally to light Light 6 - 12 loads and very rarely to the maximum load. Mechanisms subjected normally to moderate Normal <...
  • Page 47 Specifications 2.5. Trolley Hoist Specifications Model Specifications PWJTHT300 PWJTHF500 PWJTHT800 Capacity (lb) Lifting Speed (ft/min) Motor Power (W) Insulation Grade IP55 Power Supply 120VAC Control Voltage 120VAC No. Chain falls Spec. of Load Chain 5x15 5x15 5x15 Net Weight (lb) 16.7 Basic Dimensions 14.0...
  • Page 48 Specifications Version 1.0...
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  • Page 50 Specifications 3. Oil & Lubricant Recommendations Do not allow chain to run dry. Lubricant greatly increases the life of load chain. Weekly lubrication and cleaning is 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 cleaning. Apply sufficient lubricant to obtain natural runoff and full coverage, especially in interlink area.
  • Page 51 Operation 4. OPERATION 4.1. Qualified Operator 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. Operator training must be provided to ensure proper operation of equipment in compliance with instructions provided by the equipment manufacturer and the provisions of ASME B30, and proper rigging procedures for the attachment of loads to the hoist.

  • Page 52: Recommended Operation

    Operation 4.3 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 Press (down) button to lower the unloaded hook until the limit spring touches the limit switch.
  • Page 53 Operation Gradually lower load until it is secured on resting surface. Avoid hitting surface at high speed. If necessary, stop movement before reaching surface and gradually lower to land load. NEVER leave load suspended without attention of the hoist operator! Version 1.0...
  • Page 54 Parts 1. H3 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST 1.1 Motor and body assembly drawing Version 1.0...
  • Page 55 Parts 1.2 Motor and body assembly parts list Part Name Part Name 1 Hexagonal socket cylindrical head screw 38 Hex Nut 2 Spring Washer 39 Dead Plate 3 Flat Washer 40 Lock Plate Screw 4 Nameplate 41 Upper Hook 5 Motor Cover 42 Cylindrical Pin 6 Electromotor 43 Needle Bearing...
  • Page 56 Parts 1.3 Motor and body assembly parts list Part Name Part Name 75 Lower Hook 81 Flat Washer 76 Lower Hook Housing 82 Spring Washer 77 Lower Hook Housing Cover 83 Hexagon thin nut 78 Swim Shaft 84 Chain hoist pin 79 Chain Wheel 85 Corrugated pin 80 Lower Hook Cover...
  • Page 57 Parts 1.4 Trolley assembly drawing Version 1.0...
  • Page 58 Parts 1.5 Trolley assembly parts list. Part Name Part Name 1 Hexagonal Screw 33 Edge wheel axis 2 Spring Washer 34 Trolley edge wheel 35 Side wheel support gasket 4 Motor Back Cover 36 Spring washer 5 Rolling Bearing 37 Hexagonal Screw 6 Brake Assembly 38 Spring Washer 7 Rubber Ring...

  • Page 59: Inspection And Maintenance

    Inspection & Maintenance 1. OPERATION 1.1. Periodic Inspection Items Inspection Method Standards Correction 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 No remarkable deformation,...
  • Page 60 Inspection & Maintenance Items Inspection Method Standards Correction Extent of pitch Check by chain measurement tool Attrition of chain Check with chain measurement tool diameter Visual check Damage Chap - No deep cut - No Deformation Deformation, damage, - No deformation Replace load chains wind - No Wind...
  • Page 61 Inspection & Maintenance Inspection Items Standards Correction Method Operate until upper and lower Replace limit switch, disassemble Limit switch Check by pushing button limit cause automatic motor and clean limit lever shutdown -Load chain can roll up easily -Motor shutdown immediately when operation stops -All movements shutdown when E-stop button pushed...
  • Page 62 Inspection & Maintenance Items Inspection Method Standards Correction Visually check and with No remarkable opening or attrition vernier caliper tool Load 0.3 -0.5 Attrition and opening of the hook 7.5 - 10 20 - 25 Deformation, damage and No remarkable deformation, harmful damage and Visual check Replace hook corrosion...

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 7.1. During Operation: Symptoms Main Cause Correction Excessive voltage Power Power supply Internal wiring Contactor is Contactor Operating circuit break-off, electric parts over- inaudible heating Transformer Brake is Up/Down limit switch inaudible Hoist does not operate Button switch Motor Brake Contactor is audible Power circuit break-off, overheating motor, brake Internal wiring...
  • Page 64 Troubleshooting Fault Major Cause Check Items Rail declining Trolley movement Electric trolley /manual trolley Inclined pull (wheel is lifting) 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...

  • Page 65: Power Cable

    Troubleshooting Condition Reason Action Cause Correction No operation Abnormal supply voltage Power supply Improper power supply Check power supply regularly Power Cable Condition Reason Action Cause Correction Firmly fix on cable support or Strong force exerted other equipment Use anti-vibration cable in (2 or more) movable part.
  • Page 66 Troubleshooting Brake Condition Reason Action Cause Correction Excessive current caused by Operate under rated voltage high or low voltage Avoid over-operation Excessive current caused by Operate under rated voltage Measure brake phase resistance overload Braking coil burning value; change brake if value is Confirm short-term rating, infinite.
  • Page 67 Troubleshooting Transformer Condition Reason Action Cause Correction Excessive voltage Operate under rated voltage Avoid over-operation Measure coil resistance value; Coil burning, break Excessive current caused by Change transformer if value infinite Refer to contactor items No operation contactor (contractor) Avoid excessive bumping in Vibration, drop usage Check leading wire, repair or...

  • Page 68: Limit Switch

    Troubleshooting Limit switch Condition Reason Action Cause Correction Operate limit switch. Check conti- Contact fused nuity of contactor, replace if result Limit switch overuse Avoid overuse of switch is negative Inspect cable, change if wire break- Avoid excessive bumping in No operation (Contactor) Wire break Vibration, drop...

  • Page 69: Electric Shock

    Troubleshooting Electric shock Condition Reason Action Cause Correction Improper ground wire con- Firmly connect ground wire nection Equipment not prop- Measure earth resistance. If below Assemble carefully to prevent Ground wire bad connection erly grounded 100Ω assemble ground wire loose screw Electric shock upon touching machinery or control switch Do not apply excessive force on...

  • Page 70: Load Chain

    Troubleshooting Load chain Condition Reason Action Cause Correction Bottom hook up- Bottom hook rotation during Check hook state before oper- Reset hook turned usage ation Chain is twisted Chain twist in ma- Reassemble chain guide and load Improper assembly Ensure proper assembly chinery body chain Confirm chain bag capacity (chain...

  • Page 71: Chain Wheel

    Troubleshooting Chain Wheel Condition Reason Action Cause Correction Long-term operation with Apply lubricating oil regularly insufficient lubrication Check wear degree on chain, wheel Improper noise Wear of chain wheel slot, and load chain. Replace if Excessive operation Avoid excessive operation badly worn Overload Use under rated load...
  • Page 72 Troubleshooting Trolley Condition Reason Action Cause Correction No drive due to wheel skid Rail tilt Confirm rail slope is within 1 ° Improper rail settings Set up orbit correctly Apply oil above orbit Ensure wheel is clean and No drive due to wheel skid wheel tread.

  • Page 73: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram CONVENTIONAL HOIST WIRING DIAGRAM (PWJTHF - PWJTHT)
  • Page 74 Wiring Diagram...
  • Page 75 Cl. 163a #20-28, Bogotá, Colombia United States +57 1 7034035 +1 (800) 971-8061 Proveedora Industrial y Tecnica, S.A. de C.V. Equipos de Izaje Prowinch Chile Spa www.prointe.com.sv Av. Alberto Masferrer Sur, Col. Campestre No. 211 www.prowinch.cl San Salvador, El Salvador...

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