Instructions / Assembly

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9.3 Lubrication
9.3.1 Gear oil
Your hoist has been shipped with oil included in the
gearbox. Before operating, verify the oil level by
removing the fill plug on top of the hoist, shown in
Figure 9-2. The oil level should be just below the
edge of the hole.
Check the level again after the first 500 hours of
operation, then check every 3 months. See sect.
14.1 for oil specifications.
IMPORTANT: Before operating hoist, pull out the
rubber breather plug from the top fill plug (Figure 9-
2). Reinsert this plug if hoist is to be transported or
placed in storage.
Figure 9-2
9.3.2 Chain lubrication
Periodically apply a light coat of 30W oil to the chain.
This will create easier operation and prolong the
chain’s life. For optimum results, clean chain with an
acid-free solution before oiling.
9.4 Chain container
Your hoist is supplied with a chain container
designed to fit the particular length of chain. If a
different length chain is ever installed on this hoist,
the chain container must be replaced by one of
proper size. See chart in sect. 17.0.
The chain container should be installed after the
power supply is connected to hoist.
Do not overfill chain container.
If chain should overfill and begin to fall, entire
chain container may empty without warning,
resulting in serious personal injury or property
damage.
To assemble chain container to hoist:
1. Hang hoist in position on the I-Beam or trolley.
Do not install chain container yet. Allow slack
side and load side of chain to hang freely from
hoist.
2. Apply power to hoist and press DOWN button
until limit switch is tripped.
3. Mount chain container to hoist undercarriage,
using two bolts with lock nuts See Figure 9-3.
4. Place chain stop into container, and operate
hoist to bring load hook up until upper limit
switch is tripped.
5. Inspect chain to ensure that all non-loaded
chain is completely in container.
Do not dump chain by hand
into the chain container. By not following the
above steps, the chain can become twisted or
kinked and can damage the hoist.
Figure 9-3
10.0 Electrical connections
Electrical connections must be
made by a qualified electrician in compliance
with all relevant codes. This machine must be
properly grounded to help prevent electrical
shock and possible fatal injury.
The TS series hoist is pre-wired for 220V, 3-phase
or 460V, 3-phase power.
The hoist should be connected to a circuit with
current overload protection, rated at minimum 120%
of the full load amperage listed on the hoist’s
nameplate. If fuses are used, they must be time-
delay fuses rated “D”. Local codes take
precedence over recommendations.
10.1 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for
electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock.
This hoist is not supplied with a power plug. Power
supply cables may either be fitted with a UL/CSA-
listed plug rated for the appropriate phase and
voltage, or “hard-wired” directly to a control panel. If
hard-wired, make sure a disconnect is available for
the operator.
If a plug is installed, it must have an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding prong. The
plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances.