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EKZT-Series | Version 1.03
Care, maintenance and overhaul
Chopping for the attachment of the pulley or the re-
moval of the model EKZT 501-1
Step 1: Align the 2 hook roller hook holes with the holes
in the electric chain hoist.
Step 2: Secure the hook for the pulley and electrics with
2 flat round head rivets, 2 smooth washers and 2
split pins.
The removal takes place in reverse order as the installa-
tion of the hook attachment.
Fig. 10: Attachment of the hook
If increased wear is detected during regular checks,
shorten the required maintenance intervals according to
the actual signs of wear. If you have questions about
maintenance work and intervals, contact the manufactu-
rer. The contact details can be found in chapter 1.2 Cu-
stomer Service.
If the electric chain hoist does not work properly, contact
a dealer or our customer service. The contact details can
be found in chapter 1.2 Customer Service.
All protection and safety equipment must be reinstalled
immediately after completion of repair and maintenance
work.
Step 1: Lubricate all moving parts of the chain hoist
(transmission, bearings) with high quality
grease. Oil the chain well.
Step 2: Check the chain hoist for external damage before
each use.
Step 3: Make sure that all safety instructions on the
chain hoist are clearly legible.
Visual inspection and maintenance
Control of the brake system:
Brake tests are to be carried out as follows:
Step 1: Attach load
Step 2: Lift the load.
Step 3: Raise and lower load at different heights.
Step 4: Test to ensure that the load can be held in any
position.
DANGER!
Maintenance and repair work may only be carried out
by qualified personnel.
Maintenance
interval
Maintenance work
before every
use
Check the chain hoist for damage
and wear, especially the chain links
for bending, stretching, cracks and
corrosion.
Check brake for damage and wear.
Clean brake disc if necessary, re-
place if heavily worn.
Check the load hook and carrying
hook for wear or loss of substance by
grinding. If the wear exceeds 10% of
normal on delivery, the hook must be
replaced.
after each
use
Thoroughly clean the chain hoist and
lubricate well. Lubricate the load
chain and the load hook and carrying
hook well.
40 hours
Lubricate transmission and bearings
well.
40 hours
Function check of the brake
40 hours
Cleaning the brake disc
200 hours
Wear test and wear measurement of
the brake disc
200 hours
Wear test and wear measurement of
the chain links and the load and car-
rying hook.
upon need
Replacement of the brake disc.
upon need
Replacement of the chain links and
the load and carrying hook.
Yearly
Safety check: If the chain hoist is used in
companies, it must be tested annually
according to the German Industrial
Safety Ordinance and the test must be
documented in accordance with § 10.
DANGER!
Check the brake system regularly!
