6000-Series Super Tugger Cable Pullers
Greenlee Tools, Inc.
2
4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
Description ..................................................................... 2
Purpose of this Manual .................................................. 2
Important Safety Instructions ......................................3-5
Grounding Instructions ................................................... 6
Identification ................................................................... 7
Specifications ................................................................. 8
Cable Pulling Glossary ................................................... 9
Cable Pulling Principles ...........................................10-18
Cable Pulling Systems ............................................. 10
Pulling Theory .......................................................... 11
Cable Pulling Forces ...........................................12-16
Tailing the Rope........................................................ 17
Summary of Cable Pulling Principles ....................... 18
Planning the Pull ........................................................... 18
Typical Setups .........................................................19-21
Setup and Operation ...............................................22-23
Removing Cable ........................................................... 24
Dual Pulling .................................................................. 25
Maintenance ............................................................26-28
Troubleshooting ............................................................ 29
Exploded Views and Parts Lists ..............................30-42
Table of Contents
Purpose of this Manual
This manual is intended to familiarize all personnel with
the safe operation and maintenance procedures for
Greenlee 6000-series Super Tugger cable pullers with
Serial Code VB or VT.
Keep this manual available to all personnel.
Replacement manuals are available upon request at
no charge.
Description
The Greenlee Super Tugger
®
cable puller is intended to
be used to pull cable through conduit and in tray. The
Super Tugger will develop 28.9 kN (6500 lb) of pulling
force.
The Capstan Retrofit Kit is intended to improve early
Super Tugger cable pullers with VB or VT serial code.
The main components of the kit are a capstan unit,
which consists of a tapered capstan and rope ramp,
and capstan arm. These features are intended to
enhance the safety of the Super Tugger.
See a Greenlee catalog for sheaves, pulling rope, and
other cable pulling accessories rated for use with the
Super Tugger to create an entire cable pulling system.
No single manual can provide instructions for every
cable pulling application. This manual contains general
information for pulling cable. Illustrations of some typical
setups are also provided.
Safety
Safety is essential in the use and maintenance of
Greenlee tools and equipment. This instruction manual
and any decals on the tool provide information for
avoiding hazards and unsafe practices related to the
use of this tool. Observe all of the safety information
provided.
KEEP THIS MANUAL
All specifications are nominal and may change as design
improvements occur. Greenlee Tools, Inc. shall not be liable for
damages resulting from misapplication or misuse of its products.
Super Tugger is a registered trademark of Greenlee Tools, Inc.
Mobilgrease is a registered trademark of Mobil Oil Corporation.
