STRUCTURAL CD3340B/YB4411
11-18
Published 04/07/2015 Control # 569-00
Installation of Socket and Wedge
Always connect the socket so that the load is pulled on the
same line as the socket (See Figure 11-27).
When installing the wedge, hit the wedge several times with
a hammer and wood block to make sure the wedge is fully
engaged with the socket. Install cable clamp on the loose
end of the wire rope as shown in Figure 11-27.
To properly seat the wedge, lift a load equal to the rated
capacity of the crane.
Installation of a New Wire Rope
The wire rope is given a natural bend or winding from the
coil. If the wire rope is on a reel, unwind the wire rope from
the reel or coil as shown in Figure 11-28. Use care to prevent
reverse bend in the wire rope.
1. Make sure that the equipment (drum, sheaves, etc.) are
in good condition.
2. Unwind enough rope from the reel to connect the wire
rope to the hoist drum. Use care to prevent twists or
sharp bends.
3. Operate the hoist slowly to move the wire rope directly
from the reel to the hoist drum. Keep the wire rope under
tension and make sure the wire rope winds correctly on
FIGURE 11-27
a0069
X = A minimum of 6 rope diameters, but not less
than 152 mm (6 in).
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