Full Product Manual

1211
HAND CHAIN LENGTH ADJUSTMENT
To cut hand chain in order to lengthen or shorten:
1. Insert one link lengthwise into a vise (FIG 6). Be sure that the
side opposite the weld lies completely below surface of vise jaw
(about 1/3 of a link). This prevents nicking or cutting the lower part
of the link.
2. Using a hack saw, cut through upper part of link at the weld.
3. Loosen the link, reposition link vertically at edge of vise with the
level of the cut above the vise jaw (FIG 7).
4. Tighten vise jaw.
5. Using an adjustable wrench, twist the link horizontally from front
to back (FIG 8). Open just far enough to insert (or remove) a
second chain link.
8. If installing entire new chain, insert end of hand chain into
groove at top of hand chain wheel (see FIG 10). Rotate hand-
wheel and pull chain through.
9. Re-weld the link at the cut.
10. Grind off excess on weld so that it is smooth.
NOTE: Chain length is now ready to lengthen or shorten.
6. Insert (or remove) the second end link at the opening in the first
end link.
7. Using an adjustable wrench, twist the link horizontally until the
link is in the original closed position. See FIG 9.
FIG 6
FIG 7
FIG 8
FIG 9
CAUTION : Do not push the link inward from the curved ends.
This will distort the link. Check that the link is closed and free of twist.
WARNING : Do not operate the hoist with a twisted, kinked or
damaged load chain. Do not splice the load chain. Check the chain for
excessive wear or stretch. Failure to comply may cause serious injury.