= Inspect
= Verify
= Perform process
Document No: 723590-1
Revision: D
Issue Date: 2023-Jan-30
Page 31 of 45
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The user must ensure that the equipment complies with local rules and regulations.
9.4 Testing the Overspeed Brake
De-reeve the wire rope.
Re-insert the rope about 12" (30 cm) into
the hoist.
Holding the wire rope firmly, pull it out
quickly.
If the brake is working correctly, it will grab
and hold the wire rope in less than 4" (10 cm).
The
DOWN button will light up
RED
RED
to
indicate the overspeed brake has activated and
the
DOWN circuit has been interrupted.
Repeat this test at least 3 times. If the
brake does not work correctly every time,
DO
NOT
USE THE HOIST. Return the hoist to your
supplier.
Reset the overspeed brake by turning the
overspeed brake reset knob clockwise.
Figure: 9.4.1
