BendPak HD-14, Installation And Operation Manual

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STEP 7
( Cable / Sheave Installation )
1. Inspect Cables to insure proper lengths. All Cables
should have ID tags showing proper Cable lengths.
2. In order to install the Cables it is necessary to fi rst
extend the Hydraulic Cylinder. Remove both Cylinder port
plugs then use an air gun or come-along to extend the
Cylinder.
IMPORTANT! - Be careful not to damage the chrome rod
during this step. (See Fig. 7.1)
3. You must reinstall the Sheaves, and Pins in the same
order as they are removed. (See Fig. 7.2)
STEP 8
( Cable Installation )
1. Make sure the Cylinder fl ange plate is installed with the
guide assembly facing down and the Cylinder Retainer
plate on the outside of the guide. Lug ends of Cables
start at Cylinder. (See Fig. 8.1)
2. Route the threaded Cable ends through the ends of
each Cross Tube, over the Slack Safety Sheave then to
the top of each Column. Secure using the M22 hex nuts
and
fl at washers. Tighten each nut until there is at least
one inch of threads protruding through the top of the nut.
The Cables will remain loose until start up and
fi nal Cable
adjustments are made. (See Fig. 8.2 - 8.3)
DANGER!
DO NOT PROCEED unless visual con fi rmation
is made of ALL Safety Locks. ALL Locks MUST
be engaged before proceeding. Failure to
comply with these instructions may result in
severe personal injury or death. (See page 11.)
DANGER!
Failure to route lifting cables as described may lead to
serious personal injury and/or death to operator or
bystander and/or may cause damage to property.
Fig 7.1
Fig 7.2
Fig 8.1
Fig 8.2