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2008 by Huchez Treuils S.A.S.
Translation of original manual
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5 –Maintenance
The delivered winches are ready to be used (after installing the rope if not supplied by the
manufacturer).
When using for the first time, lubrication is not required as this has been performed in the factory. Nor is
any specific check required.
A periodic maintenance check is required once a year.
Regularly grease the gears with EP2-grade grease for open gears.
Regularly and before each use: check the condition of the rope, hook and its safety catch. If the
manufacturer does not supply the rope and hook with the device, check that the rope and hook used
guarantee a degree of safety corresponding to break factor 5.
Periodically check the correct operation of the brake (static tests: rated load + 50 %)
During annual maintenance, do not forget to oil the stop (ref. 20043 for models 250, 320, 500 and 750 –
ref. 13661 for models 1000 to 3500). Recommended oil: ISO VG 220 (for example: Mobil Glygoyle 30).
Regularly check the wear of the brake linings. When they are no longer visible, or when the clearance
exceeds 3 mm, they need to be replaced.
6 – Prohibitions for use
Before using the winch, check that there is no risk of overloading due to: adherence to the floor, suction,
jamming, etc. Take warning against the following improper uses or handling operations:
It is prohibited to:
Lift loads exceeding the rated load specified on the plate of the device;
Unwind the drum completely (keep 2 to 3 extra-turns);
Pull sideways;
Swing the load;
Use the winch to lift personnel;
Stand under the load;
Use ropes with a diameter and texture not complying with the specifications of this manual (factor 5);
Use damaged or spliced ropes;
Use hooks without catches, not suitable for the loads specified on the device or in bad condition;
Insert objects into the moving parts;
Work on the device when loaded;
Release the drum when loaded;
Allow the load to fall freely;
Motorise the device
Use the rope of the device as a sling;
With no load, turn the crank in the opposite direction to lifting (for the 1000, 1450, 2000 and 2500 kg models
only). If this operation is necessary, it is advisable to disengage or apply a manual force by pulling on the rope.
Use handles different from the original ones;
Use the devices for operations other than those for which they are designed;
Use the winch as a fall-prevention device, regardless of the height of the fall and the load applied.
Use parts or components other than the manufacturer’s original parts or components;
Reeve, positioning the fixed point on the winch.
Brake lining
Clearance > 3 mm
=
maintenance
