Note: The unit can never be over-lubricated.
Any hoist whose casing shows any signs of shock
or deformation or for which the hook (model TU16)
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is deformed, should be returned to a TRACTEL
approved repair agent.
12. INCORRECT USE OF HOIST
Using your Supertirfor™ hoist as indicated in this
manual will ensure long-lasting, safe use of your tool.
Beware of incorrect usage of the hoist as described
below.
IT IS PROHIBITED:
- to use the hoists described in this manual to lift
persons,
- to use the hoist in an environment where atmospheric
discharges are occurring (lightning, etc.)
- to try to operate the release handle when the hoist
has a load connected,
- to prevent free movement of the "reverse" lever, the
"forward" lever or the release handle,
- to simultaneously actuate the "forward" lever and the
"reverse" lever,
- to connect the pistons directly to a compressed air
system without using the control console,
- to replace the original safety pins with any other type
of pin other than Tirfor
- to use the hoist with any other device other than its
specific anchoring device.
- to block the hoist while preventing self-alignment of
the hoist in the direction of the load,
- to use the hoist cable as a means of slinging,
- to apply a load to the end of the cable coming out at
the anchoring side,
- to strike the control units,
- to maneuver the hoist in the forward direction bringing
the sleeve of the cable hook into contact with the
casing,
- to maneuver the hoist in reverse until the cable end
comes near to the casing.
13. MALFUNCTIONS
1) PIN RUPTURE:
If the "forward" lever turns freely on its pin without
driving the mechanism, this means that the safety pins
have sheared due to an overload. The shear pins must
be replaced as indicated in section 8.
2) PUMPING:
Insufficient oil in the mechanism can result in
"pumping" (no danger) in forward operation: the hoist
cable moves up and down by a few centimeters with
no progress. Pouring oil into the casing will eliminate
this problem. If necessary, operate the hoist in reverse
over a short distance to facilitate lubrication of the parts.
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3) SHAKING:
Shaking operation in reverse can also result from
insufficient oil. Proceed as above.
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4) BLOCKING:
If the cable blocks in the hoist (generally due to
deterioration of the portion of the cable inside the hoist),
you must absolutely stop the maneuver. Take hold of
the load by other means, satisfying the same safety
requirements and remove the unit by disengaging it
once the load has been taken over by other means.
In the extreme case where this is not possible, return
the unit and its cable to a TRACTEL
agent.
14. REGULATORY CHECKS
Company
with
salaried
Supertirfor™ lifting and pulling machine are required to
apply the labor regulations governing safety.
In this case, these units must be thoroughly inspected
before they are returned to service and should undergo
periodic checks.
Always check that the control valve is in good condition.
Periodically replace the compressed air hose, or
replace it if the hose shows any sign of wear.
Periodically drain and clean the console filter.
15. MARKING
see fig.23, page C.
1: Description of the device
2: Working load limit in tons
3: Description of the Tirfor
Tractel
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Ø16.3: Rope diameter in mm
6x36/5x31: Rope composition, i.e., 6 strands of
36 wires or 5 strands of 31 wires
4: CE marking
5: Refer to the operating and maintenance instructions
6: Name and address of manufacturer
7: Rope diameter in mm
8: Manufactured in France
9: UKCA marking
10: Weight of the device in kg
11: Maximum operating pressure in bar
12: EAC marking
d: Technical device reference
f: Date of manufacture
AA= last 2 digits of the year of manufacture
MM= month of manufacture
g: Serial number of the device
QR Code: two-dimensional bar code
Marks 1 to 4 indicate the order of operations to be
performed to insert the Supertirfor™ cable into the
unit. Marks A and B indicate the lever to be operated
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operating
cable
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