0708.GB
F 12
5.3 Lift Chain Servicing
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It is important that all lift chains and pivots are at all times kept clean and well
lubricated. Only lubricate discharged chains. A chain must be lubricated with
particular care at the points where it passes over a pulley. Lift chains are safety-
critical parts.
Chains should not have any significant contamination. They should only be cleaned
with paraffin derivatives e. g. petroleum or diesel fuels. Never clean chains with
steam jet high pressure cleaners, cold or chemical cleaning agents.
5.4 Inspecting the lift chains
Unauthorised wear and external damage:
In accordance with official regulations, a chain is considered to be worn if it has
extended in length by 3% in the section which passes over the deflection pulley. For
safety reasons, we advise replacing chains when they elongate by 2%.
Chains should also be replaced immediately when visible damage is noted, as such
damage leads to permanent breakage after a certain time.
M
If the truck is fitted with two lift chains, both chains must always be replaced. This is
the only way to ensure even load distribution over the two chains. When replacing
chains the connecting bolts between the chain anchor and the chain must be
replaced. Only new original parts may be used.
0708.GB
F 12
5.3 Lift Chain Servicing
M
It is important that all lift chains and pivots are at all times kept clean and well
lubricated. Only lubricate discharged chains. A chain must be lubricated with
particular care at the points where it passes over a pulley. Lift chains are safety-
critical parts.
Chains should not have any significant contamination. They should only be cleaned
with paraffin derivatives e. g. petroleum or diesel fuels. Never clean chains with
steam jet high pressure cleaners, cold or chemical cleaning agents.
5.4 Inspecting the lift chains
Unauthorised wear and external damage:
In accordance with official regulations, a chain is considered to be worn if it has
extended in length by 3% in the section which passes over the deflection pulley. For
safety reasons, we advise replacing chains when they elongate by 2%.
Chains should also be replaced immediately when visible damage is noted, as such
damage leads to permanent breakage after a certain time.
M
If the truck is fitted with two lift chains, both chains must always be replaced. This is
the only way to ensure even load distribution over the two chains. When replacing
chains the connecting bolts between the chain anchor and the chain must be
replaced. Only new original parts may be used.
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