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Lubrication
All moving parts in the winch are permanently lubricated at the time of assembly. Under
normal conditions factory lubrication will suffice. If re-lubrication of gear box is
necessary after repair or disassembly use Shell EP2 or equivalent grease with 0.25
litres. Free-spool T-handle lubricates regularly with light oil. It is not allowed to have
brake ass’y lubricated.
Maintenance Schedule
Ensure that a responsible person carries out all inspections as per schedule.
Inspections are dived into Daily, Monthly and 3 Monthly.
Classification of check
Periodical
Daily
One
month
Three
month
Item Checking method Checking reference
Installation
Mounting bolts & alignment.
Bolt tension & wear. Existence of abnormalities
Working Manual Reasonable actuation
Remote
control
Wearing in contact points Visual. Free of wear or damage.
Broken strands Visual, measuring Less than 10%
Decrease in rope diameter
Visual, measuring
7% of nominal diameter
max
Deforming or corrosion Visual Existence of abnormalities
Wire rope
Fastening condition of end
Visual Existence of abnormalities