Winget Crocker RP1500XD, Parts & Operation Manual

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WIRE ROPES
SAFETY NOTES
ALWAYS
Store and handle the wire rope correctly, wear protective gloves and eye
protection.
Check the rope test certificate is still in date especially if the rope has been
in storage also check that the certificate is applicable to the rope.
Remove the rope from any reel or coil correctly and without kinking.
Only use correct end terminations and rope anchors.
Ensure that the rope is correctly located and seated on the rope drum.
Ensure that the rope is correct for the application and only use good quality
ropes from reputable suppliers.
Inspect the wire rope for damage, wear, corrosion or abuse at the start of
each shift.
Keep the wire rope clean and maintained in accordance with the
manufacturers instructions.
NEVER
Try to shorten any wire rope by knotting.
Bend a wire rope over small radii.
Subject wire ropes to shock loadings.
Allow wire ropes to run over sharp edges or abrasive surfaces etc.
Subject wire ropes to extremes of temperature.