Heavy Duty C-Track Manual
9
Cable Trolley Installation
WARNING
• Do not install trolleys in the C-Track until all hangers and splices are securely fastened to the recommended torque.
The cable Trolley is the device with rollers that rolls inside the C-Track and carries the electrical cable down the track.
1. With the channel securely located, install the carriers into the slot of the C-Track. Place all trolleys into the track. See
Figure 9-1.
SECTION 3 - INSTALLATION
Figure 9-1
Figure 9-2
1. Tow Bar
Figure 9-3
1. End Clamp
2. End Stop
Tow Trolley / Control Box Trolley Installation
The Tow Trolley is the first cable carrier at the mobile end of a
power festoon system. The Tow Trolley attaches to the crane power
consumer usually with a tow arm.
The Control Box Trolley is the first mobile carrier at the mobile end
of a control festoon system. The Control Box Trolley consists of a
mobile junction box or a quick disconnect connector to which a
push button pendant may be wired.
1. Place the Tow Trolley / Control Box Trolley into C-Track the
same as the Cable Trolley's crossarm support. See
Figure 9-2.
NOTE
• Tow bar should be centered top to bottom in tow box.
This allows the crane or hoist to move up and down
and not damage the tow trolley or the C-Track.
End Stop Installation
1/2” Open / Box End Wrench required.
One end stop is required for power systems, two are required for
control systems with a control trolley to stop the trolley from rolling
out of the C-Track.
End stop quantities required:
• 2 per control side of festoon system (1 on each end)
• 1 per power side of festoon system
1. Install and tighten the end clamp and end stop(s) firmly in
place. Torque fasteners for 11 ft.-lbs. See
Figure 9-3.
On pendant control lines and / or systems where the active
travel is near the end of the channel. It is advisable to install a
second stop.
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