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Owner's Manual for TA150KGMR1 Pneumatic Winches for Personnel Lifting

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1.4 

Connecting Air Supply to the Winch

All control devices must be momentary type. Install all control devices so the 

winch motor will stop when the operator releases the device.
Locate control devices so the operator will be able to view the rider through 

the entire operation.
Locate control devices so the operator will be clear of the rider, the wire rope, 

and the path of a broken wire rope that could snap back and cause injury.

Check that the direction indicators on control match rider direction.

    NOTE: THE DIVERTER VALVE CAN BE USED AS A SHUT-OFF 

VALVE UNLESS A SECONDARY AIR SUPPLY IS INSTALLED.

It is the responsibility of the owner to provide equipment for powering the 

winch, The following guidelines are supplied as a reference for the installer.

1.4.1 

CHECK THE COMPONENT MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS for 

installing auxilliary equipment.

1.4.2 

ENSURE an accessible shut off valve has been installed in the air supply 

line and make sure others are aware of its location.

 

A shut-off valve that shuts off the air when the E-stop is activated is included 

as part of the air preparation unit (APU). An inline shut-off is recommended 

for added security.

1.4.3 

THE AIR SUPPLY must be clean and free from moisture. The dew point of 

the air supply shall be low enough as to prevent condensation from forming 

in the pneumatic components as the air is passed through the system.

 

Air preparation unit comes installed on the winch. The APU will provide 

lubricant so external lubricator is not required.

 

ALL AIR SUPPLY LINES should be purged with clean, moisture free air or 

nitrogen before connecting to winch inlet.

 

SUPPLY LINES should be as short and straight as installation conditions 

will permit. Long transmission lines and excessive use of fittings, elbows, 

tees, globe valves etc. cause a reduction in pressure due to restrictions and 

surface friction in the lines.

 

AIR LINE LUBRICATOR on the winch should be replenished daily and set 

to provide 3-4 drops per minute. 

1.4.4 

MOISTURE THAT REACHES THE AIR MOTOR through air supply lines is 

a primary factor in determining the length of time between service overhauls.

 

a

  MOISTURE TRAPS can help to reduce moisture.

 

b

  AIR RECEIVERS collect moisture before it reaches the motor.

 

c

  INSTALLING AN AFTERCOOLER at the compressor that cools the air to 

condense and collect moisture prior to distribution through the supply lines 

is also helpful.

1.4.5 

THE WINCH SHOULD BE INSTALLED as near as possible to the 

compressor or air receiver. Recommended pressures and volumes are 

measured at the point of entry to the air motor.

1.4.6 

CHECK THE AIR PRESSURE at the motor and make sure it agrees with the 

pressure rating marked on the winch nameplate.

Important!

•  Use components rated for the air 

supply you will be using.

•  Always disconnect the air supply 

when the winch is not in use. 

When removing the air hoses 

from the unit, plug the open ports.

•  Never install an additional 

lubricator in-line for this winch.  

A filter-regulator-lubricator is 

integrated into the winch, and 

pre-lubrication will clog the 

winch’s filter.

•  The pressure regulator on the 

winch may be pre-set and 

locked if required by the product 

standard.  Do not modify a 

locked setting on the regulator.  

Contact Thern for instructions if 

re-adjustment is required.

•  Check that the indicators on the 

control match rider direction.

Summary of Contents for TA150KGMR1

Page 1: ...s Manual thoroughly before operating the equipment Keep it with the equipment at all times Replacements are available from Thern Inc PO Box 347 Winona MN 55987 507 454 2996 www thern com IMPORTANT Pl...

Page 2: ...limitation of incidental or consequential damages or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific...

Page 3: ...PART A11151A MODEL SERIAL DATE OF MANUFACTURE 1ST LAYER RATING KG LBS FULL DRUM RATING KG LBS DRUM SIZE MM ROPE SIZE MM INCH 1ST LAYER SPEED MPM FPM FULL DRUM SPEED MPM FPM AIR FLOW RATE CMPM SCFM AI...

Page 4: ...eep at least 5 wraps of wire rope wound on the drum at all times to serve as anchor wraps With less than 5 wraps on the drum the wire rope could come loose causing potential injury to the rider Keep h...

Page 5: ...ved or improperly installed Do not divert your attention from the operation Stay alert to the possibility of accidents and try to prevent them from happening Do not jerk or swing the person being lift...

Page 6: ...lications specifically approved by maritime regulatory bodies Regulatory bodies not the manufacturer have determined suitable use Personnel Lifting Winches manufactured by Thern are furnished with lim...

Page 7: ...e and local rules codes and company safety rules regulations and instructions and to establish programs to a TRAIN AND DESIGNATE WINCH OPERATORS b TRAIN AND DESIGNATE WINCH INSPECTION and maintenance...

Page 8: ...terials explosives or other elements that may damage the winch or injure the operator Adequately protect the winch and the operator from such elements Position the winch so the operator can stand clea...

Page 9: ...ANGLE of 1 1 2 degrees The proper fleet angle minimizes wire rope damage by helping the wire rope wind uniformly onto the drum See Figure 2 Install the lead sheave at least 20 feet from the center of...

Page 10: ...amage to oil seals and other equipment For shipment the winch motor and reducer are filled with lubricant and motor breather plugs installed 1 3 1 VERIFY THE BREATHER PLUG is installed on the motor Se...

Page 11: ...NES should be purged with clean moisture free air or nitrogen before connecting to winch inlet b SUPPLY LINES should be as short and straight as installation conditions will permit Long transmission l...

Page 12: ...ontrol device b CHECK THE AUTOMATIC LOAD BRAKES Make sure they release when the motor is applied power by the control lever and engage when the control lever is returned to the neutral position The pr...

Page 13: ...ient clearance between the drum guard and wire rope Do not allow wire rope to come into contact with drum guard panels during winch operation Be sure to take into account the range of layers intended...

Page 14: ...re 5 a PASS THE WIRE ROPE through the slack line detector arm as shown in Figure 7 b PASS THE WIRE ROPE through the drum wedge socket then around the wedge as shown in Figure 5 c PULL ROPE TIGHT so we...

Page 15: ...e Rope Installation pass wire rope through wedge socket set wedge in socket ensure wire rope is secured and pull taut pass rope around wedge minimum tail length to be no less than 1 7 8 inches 47 6 mm...

Page 16: ...Owner s Manual for TA150KGMR1 Pneumatic Winches for Personnel Lifting page 16 A12876A 1214 Figure 7 Wire Rope Routing for Slack Line Detector roller spreader...

Page 17: ...g the following actions a REMOVE the limit switch cover b LOOSEN the large locking screw in the center of the column Individual limits can now be set Refer to Figure 8 c FOR UPPER LIMIT ADJUSTMENT tur...

Page 18: ...e TIGHTEN THE SCREWS on the valve mount per recommended torque sequence See Figure 10 f TEST THE SLACK LINE DETECTOR adjustment by performing a very short lift and verify that it will descend smoothl...

Page 19: ...m Line speed will also vary with rider weight and air power supply 2 1 5 DUTY RATINGS refer to the type of use the equipment is subject to Consider the following when determining duty rating a ENVIRON...

Page 20: ...iodic Inspection b WHEN FIRST RUNNING THE MOTOR operate the motor slowly in both directions for a few minutes c ENSURE BRAKE HOLDS prior to making complete lift by lifting a test load a short distance...

Page 21: ...e are present on the rotor wipe the rotor clean with a towel or rag If mechanical wear is found locate the source of the problem and contact factory to have the rotor and worn components repaired or r...

Page 22: ...b STATIC CALIPER BRAKE ROTOR should be inspected frequently for oil grease and mechanical wear If oil and or grease are present on the rotor wipe the rotor clean with a towel or rag If mechanical wea...

Page 23: ...n the static and dynamic brake release nuts Do not operate the winch in windy conditions If the rider begins to sway from the wind return the person to safe ground and continue the lifting operation w...

Page 24: ...ld jam the wire rope and cause an overload situation If brake dust accumulates on or near the calipers clean using compressed air 2 4 4 KNOW YOUR LOAD and make sure you do not exceed the load rating o...

Page 25: ...rsonnel lifting harness device attachment point is properly seated in the saddle of the hook if applicable 2 5 1 CLEAR OBJECTS from the path of the rider so that he she can be moved freely and visibly...

Page 26: ...er is balanced and securely attached before continuing Ensure that the brakes hold prior to making a complete lift by lifting the person a short distance less than one foot and releasing control 2 6 2...

Page 27: ...to cool Continued operation may cause damage 2 6 6 IN CASE OF AIR SUPPLY FAILURE see section 2 7 Emergency Operation 2 6 7 USE GLOVES designed to reduce the impact of vibration if controlling winch by...

Page 28: ...SLOWLY RELEASE THE STATIC BRAKE BEARING SIDE 1 Remove the locking guarding device on the static brake release nut 2 Slowly tighten the release nut until the brake is disengaged Make sure that the dru...

Page 29: ...LVE UNLESS A SECONDARY AIR SUPPLY IS INSTALLED SHUTOFF VALVE EMERGENCY STOP OPERATION Each winch is supplied with a shutoff valve See Figure 18 and an emergency stop button See Figure 16 2 7 3 WHEN TH...

Page 30: ...IPMENT to remove dirt and grease b WIPE OFF excessive amounts of oil to avoid accumulation of dirt c DO NOT POWER WASH the winch There are seals and other non sealed areas where water can intrude and...

Page 31: ...ed with a breather plug 3 2 2 LUBRICATE THE WIRE ROPE by following the wire rope manufacturer s recommendations 3 2 3 IF WINCH IS DISASSEMBLED clean all parts thoroughly and coat bearings and seals wi...

Page 32: ...equipment 3 3 3 Instructions for Frequent Inspection a VISUALLY INSPECT the entire winch and all other equipment involved in the operation Check all equipment for cracks dents bending rust wear corros...

Page 33: ...r proper torque levels Some fasteners will require disassembly of the winch in order to inspect and retorque Check the reducer and motor for signs of leakage Make sure the motor breather plug is clean...

Page 34: ...attached to the wire rope and the wire rope where it is attached is not frayed corroded broken or otherwise damaged Measure the throat opening thickness and twist of the hook Replace the hook if it s...

Page 35: ...e load then lower it and stop it a few feet off the ground If the load continues to coast or creep under normal operating conditions contact the factory h DISCONNECT AIR SUPPLY and inspect equipment C...

Page 36: ...diameter end connections corroded rusted worn otherwise damaged not securely attached hook or other device twisted bent worn otherwise damaged see Figure 25 hook latch fails to close when released re...

Page 37: ...supply verify air supply pressure and volume at winch inlet meet the requirements listed brake may not be released inspect and repair as necessary gears or bearings broken or locked inspect and repla...

Page 38: ...ricant levels and add or drain as necessary contaminated lubrication drain clean and lubricate as necessary unusual noises high pitched squeak poor lubrication inspect and lubricate as necessary grind...

Page 39: ...O ORDER REPAIR PARTS contact your local dealer Include the following information when ordering model number See Figure 1 serial number or code number See Figure 1 part number date purchased and from w...

Page 40: ...he Instructions for Periodic Inspection before installing it in a new location 4 2 Storing the Winch 4 2 1 FILL THE REDUCER AND MOTOR with lubricant and make sure the breather plug is clean and proper...

Page 41: ...oad Rating Mid Drum 330 lb 150 kg Load Rating Full Drum 330 lb 150 kg Line Speed 1st Layer 87 fpm 26 5 m min Line Speed Mid Drum 93 fpm 28 3 m min Line Speed Full Drum 91 fpm 27 7 m min Pressure 75 ps...

Page 42: ...MAINTENANCE LOG DATE HOUR METER READING MAINTENANCE PERFORMED DATE HOUR METER READING MAINTENANCE PERFORMED DATE HOUR METER READING MAINTENANCE PERFORMED DATE HOUR METER READING MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 43: ...Owner s Manual for TA150KGMR1 Pneumatic Winches for Personnel Lifting page 43 A12876A 1214 NOTES...

Page 44: ...Thern Incorporated 5712 Industrial Park Road Winona MN 55987 PHN 507 454 2996 FAX 507 454 5282 EMAIL info thern com www thern com...

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