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EN-160718
Two pairs of lashing chains must be used for diagonal lashing, for other
lashings at least two lashing chains per load must be used.
With diagonal lashing, the lashing chains should be arranged symmetrically
and pretensioned evenly so that they cannot hang or come loose
unintentionally. Forces caused by vehicle accelerations in conjunction with
very high preloads can lead to overloading of the lashing chain; therefore
pretension the lashing chains carefully.
If possible, use anti-slip mats to effectively increase the coefficient of friction
between load and vehicle.
All components of the lashing chains must not be in contact with other
components when tensioned in order to avoid damage and to ensure full and
safe functionality.
After a short drive, check the lashing means and its pretensioning.
Before opening the lashing means, ensure that the load is secure even without
lashing means and that there is no danger of slipping and/or falling. In case of
doubt, the load can be equipped with lifting means for further transport and
thus secured. Completely remove the lashing means before further transport.
6.2
Influence of Temperature
Temperature application ranges of all components used:
Grade
Temperature range
8
-40 °C
≤ t ≤ 100 °C
10/XL
-30 °C
≤ t ≤ 100 °C
When the lashing chains are to be used within other temperature ranges
please get in touch with the manufacturer.
If the lashing chains have been exposed to temperatures exceeding the
maximum values specified they must no longer be used.
The change in ambient temperature during the transport process can influence
the preload forces. In the event of considerable increase of temperature after
installation, the lashing forces must be checked.
6.3
Environmental Influence
Lashing chains must not be used in environments where acids, aggressive or
corrosive chemicals or their fumes are present.
Hot-dip galvanizing or a galvanic treatment is prohibited as well.
Lashing chains must not be exposed to dirt that hinders the free movement of
the components.
Cleaning with high-pressure water jets is not suitable.
6.4
Shortening Devices
When using shortening elements, e.g. shortening hooks or claws, please
observe
the
corresponding
separate
operating
and
assembly
instructions.
Marking
7
A tag is attached to lashing chains for identification.
Example:
Individual tags are available under Article No. Z07264.
Inspections, Maintenance, Disposal
8
Inspections and maintenance must be arranged for by the Owner!
Inspection deadlines shall be determined by the Owner!
Inspections must be carried out and documented by competent persons
regularly but at least once a year, or more frequently if the lashing chains are
in heavy-duty service. After three years at the latest they must additionally be
examined for cracks. A load test shall never be considered a substitute for this
examination.
The results of the inspection shall be entered into a register (DGUV I 209-062
or DGUV I 209-063) to be prepared when the lashing chain is first used. The
register will show characteristic data of the chains and components as well as
identity details.
Immediately stop using lashing chains that show the following defects:
missing or illegible identification/marking,
deformation, elongation or fractures of chains or components,
cuts, notches, cracks, incipient cracks, pinching,
links heated beyond permissible limits,
severe corrosion,
pitch elongation of individual chain links by more than 5 % each,
reduction of the averaged link thickness by more than 10 % as mean value
of measurements taken perpendicularly towards each other,
impaired or missing safety systems, for example if the hook safety latch is
defect,
widening of the hook by more than 5 % or if the safe seating of the hook
safety latch is no longer ensured,
limited hinging capability (halves get stuck),
wear in excess of 10 %, e.g. in the receiving area of the connecting link
halves or of the pin diameter,
spindle on the tensioning element is sluggish or blocked,
missing or damaged pin locks or removal preventing guards.
Cleaning (e.g. prior to inspections) must not take place by using flames or
methods that might cause hydrogen embrittlement (e.g. pickling or immersion
in acidic solutions).
The following chain gauges are available for use during inspections:
Chain gauges for quality grade 8: Art.-Nr. F48856
Chain gauge, Size 8-10/XL:
Art.-Nr. F01691
Chain gauge, Size 10-10/XL:
Art.-Nr. F01692
Chain gauge, Size 13-10/XL:
Art.-Nr. F01693
Chain gauge, Size 16-10/XL:
Art.-Nr. F01694
Inspection Service
THIELE offers inspection, maintenance and repair services by trained and
competent personnel.
Maintenance
Maintenance and repair work must only be performed by competent persons.
Do not repair individual links but instead replace complete chain legs only.
If the safety latch of hooks does not longer engage properly with the tip of the
hook chances are that not only the hook but also at least the chain leg might
have been overloaded. In all such cases replace all items used in the
respective leg (chain, shortening element, hook etc.).
Minor notches and cracks may be eliminated by careful grinding observing the
maximum cross section reduction requirement of 10 % and avoid making more
severe cuts or scores.
All maintenance and repair activities are to be documented.
Disposal
All components and accessories of steel taken out of service are to be
scrapped in line with local regulations and provisions.
