Ma in t e nan c e | Eli m i na t i n g e rro r s on the c hai n ho i st
92
Fault Possible cause Eliminating the fault
The load sags when stationary. Brake lining on the brake rotor is
worn.
See “Replacing the brake rotor ”,
page 71.
The load does not immediately
come to a stop.
The air gap is too large. Readjust the brake. See “Setting the
air gap on the brake”, page 67.
The load sags during lifting or
lowering.
The friction clutch is set too weak. Adjust the friction clutch. See
“Adjusting the friction clutch”,
page 75.
The chain becomes worn very
quickly.
The chain is not sufficiently
lubricated.
Lubricate the chain. See “
the chain”, page 65.
Loud clacking noises. Chain and chain sprocket are worn. Replace the chain and chain
sprocket. See “
and chain sprocket”, page 45.
The chain is not sufficiently
lubricated.
Lubricate the chain. Lubricate the
chain. See “Lubricating the chain”,
page 65.