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2.4 Steel hoisting cables
The certificates of the steel hoisting cables are provided with the machine, always make sure that the steel
cables have a diameter of 10mm and an appropriate length before using them.
Inspect the steel cables regularly for damages and at least once every week a certified specialist should
inspect the cables. At the back of the manual you will find room to fill in the results of the inspections.
Caution when handling steel cables! Always wear protective gloves.
Use only Blastrac approved steel cables.
Always unwind the cable orderly and without twisting.
Examine the condition of the steel cable according to chapter “Regular checks of hoisting cables”
Never use the steel cable as an attachment rope and never wind it around the load!
The cable must always be able to run out unhindered!
Never pull the steel cable over (sharp) edges!
The steel cable must always be slightly lubricated and free of dirt, dust or shot.
Only use common multi-purpose oil or grease for lubricating the winch and steel cable. Do not use any
lubricants which contain molybdenum disulphide (MoS2) or PTFE!
Rope Types
The following table shows all permissible rope types that can be used in combination with the 900VMB. Use of
a rope with a diameter that is too large or too small leads to an impairment of the hoist function and can result
in the load falling from a height.
Rope
Nominal Rope Ø
Manufacturer
Rope Type
Rope tag
(colored line)
10
10.2 mm
Pfeifer-Drako
5 x K26WS SFC
2160 B sZ
blue
10.2 mm
DWH-Taurus
5 x K26WS SFC
2160 B sZ
green
10.2 mm
Vornbäumen
5 x K26WS SFC
2160 B
green
Before using the 900VMB, a series of safety checks need to be performed, which may need to be repeated
regularly depending on the type of check.
Logbook
The system operator is obliged to keep and organize the upkeep of a logbook in accordance with EN
1808:2015 Section 14.2.5. The following information should be noted:
• Name of the qualified person responsible for the system
• Name(s) of the operator(s) and the date of use
• Serial number of the machine and the safety devices used
• Every instance of operating the system, hoist(s) and safety device(s)
• Wire rope specifications and their respective hours of use
• Reportable incidents and actions taken
• Date and results
o Of safety checks prior to first use
o Of weekly checks
o Of annual checks
o Of general overhauls
o Of repairs
If there is a change in system ownership, the logbook is to be handed to the successor, who should maintain
it. It is for the successor to decide to continue the original logbook or start a new one. The latter must contain
a reference to the original logbook.
