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MLC650 SERVICE/MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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Published 09-09-16, Control # 229-09
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Loss of rope diameter (see
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Broken wires—Record the number, distribution and
type of broken wires (see
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Internal wear or broken wires for ropes operating on
synthetic sheaves. Common indicators of internal
deterioration include localized reduction in rope
diameter, corrosion between the strands, localized
lengthening of lay, wire displacement, and wire
distortion.
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End fitting wear/abrasion
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Minor or general corrosion
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Areas that deteriorate more rapidly, such as the
flange points, the crossover points, and the
repetitive pickup points on drums
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Take special care to observe the boom hoist ropes
and rotation-resistant ropes for evidence of core
failure or other deterioration (remove from service)
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Internal deterioration of rotation-resistant ropes may
not be readily observable
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Throughout the day, observe the wire rope during
operation, particularly the following:
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Pick-up points—Sections of the wire rope that are
repeatedly stressed during each lift, such as the
sections that are in contact with the sheaves
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End attachments—The point where a fitting is
attached to the wire rope or the point where the wire
rope is attached to the drum.
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Abuse points—The point where the wire rope is
subjected to abnormal scuffing and scraping.
Item Description
1
Dog-Leg or Kink
2
Drum Abrasion
3
Drum Crushing
4
Sheaves Too Small
5
Corrosion
6
Bird Cage (sudden release of load)
FIGURE 5-42
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