Use - Harken WINGMAN IN404 Bedienungsanleitung

5. Use

a) Inspection before each use
Inspect the following carefully before using the WingMan. Correct problems before using.
See part description on page 5 and inspection form on page 15.
Component
Swivel eyes
Swivel eyes
Swivel eye retaining
screws
Riveted end of axle
Pulley body
Sheave operation
Releasing handle
Rope sewn
termination
Rope
Rope stopper knot
Reeving of rope
Inspection
Ensure swivel rotates freely. Lack of rotation
can indicate overload.
Check for wear on load bearing part of eye for
each pulley.
Check for loose screws.
Ensure rivet is secure and not loose.
Inspect the aluminum body of the pulley for any
cracks wear or corrosion.
Ensure sheaves roll freely. Ensure ratchet
sheave rolls one direction and stops in other
direction. The ratchet sheave should make a
clicking sound when rotating.
Ensure that the releasing handle locks rope
when handle is released completely. Ensure
spring action closes the handle smartly.
Inspect the handle for any cracks wear or
separation between halves.
Check sewn loop for signs of unraveling or
damage. Inspect rope becket cover to ensure
screw is tight and locked using thread-locking
compound.
Check for any abrasion, UV damage, mold,
exposure to chemicals, grease or excessive
heat.
Ensure there is a stopper knot on the free end
of the haul rope.
Ensure the rope strands are not crossed or
tangled. This can happen if the pulley is flipped
during handling.
Ensure the rope is reeved through all sheaves.
The haul/tailing end of rope must exit from the
double pulley with becket.
WingMan
Action if not correct
Remove from service. Send
to Harken service center.
Remove from service. Send
to Harken service center.
Remove from service. Send
to Harken service center.
Remove from service. Send
to Harken service center.
Remove from service. Send
to Harken service center.
Follow maintenance
directed in this manual and
recheck. If still does not roll
freely remove from service.
Send to Harken service
center.
Remove from service. Send
to Harken service center.
Remove from service. Send
to Harken service center.
Remove from service. Send
to Harken service center.
Remove from service. Send
to Harken service center.
Tie barrel knot and cover
with clear shrink wrap.
Flip the pulley through
the strands to correct the
problem. See diagram in
part 3.
Lead rope through last
sheave and ensure the
sewn stop is in place.
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