LMES Manual - Coffing Hoists, Coffing Hoist Parts

IlfiEyy6'-.OPERATING & }MAINTENANCEINSTRUCTIONSWITH PARTS LISTPUBLICATION PART NO. LMES-IAmericrane & Hoist Corp 1-800-652-1932HOTSTSELECTRIC GHAIN HOISTSMODEL: LMES500 and 1000 LBS.CAPACITY\-.,IMPORTANT - CAUTIONThis manual contains important information for the correct installation, operation and maintenance of theequipment described herein. All persons involved in such installation, operation, and maintenance should bethoroughly familiar with the contents. To safeguard against the possibility of personal injury or property damage,follow the recommendations and instructions of this manual and keep it for further reference.WARNINGThe equipment shown in this manual is intended for industrial use only and should not be used to lift, support,or otherwise transport people.Duff-Nonton

TAmericrane & Hoist Corp 1-800-652-1932INDEXDO'S AND DO NOT'SElectric and Air Powered Hoistsltt. DO apply lubricanto the wire rope or load chain as recoml'hefollowing warnings and operating practices have been taken mended by the hoist nranufacturer.from American National (Saf'ety) Standard ANSI B30. l6 ancl are 19. D0 NO'I lifi more than rated load.intended to avoid unsafe hoisting practices which might lead to 20. DO NOT use the hoist load limiting device to measure thepersonal in jury or property damage.load.These recommendations apply to all electric and air powered 21. DO NOT use damaged hoist or hoist that is not workinghoists fbr vertical lifting service involving material handling ol correctly.lieefy suspended unguided loads.22. DO NOT use the hoist with twisted, kinked, damagecl orwARNING: ro AVotD tNJURyzr. illjil6T"t:,ni'3lo'liil,.. *i,e rope is properry seared in irs| . DO read ANSI B30. l6 Sal'ety Standard fbr Overhead Hoists groove(s) or unless chain is properly seated in chain wheel(s)and Hoist Manufacturcr's Operating and Maintenance In- or sprocket(s). Istructions.24. DO NOT use load rope or load chain as a sling or wrap rope J2. DO be f'amiliar with hoist operating controls, procedures, or chain around the load.and warnings . 25. DO NOT lift a load if any binding prevents equal loading on3. DO make sure hook travel is in the same direction as shown all supporting ropes or chains.on controls.26. DO NOT apply the load to the tip of the hook.4. DO make sure hoist limit switches function properly. 27 . DO NOT operate unless load is centered under hoist.5. D() maintain firm footing when operating hoist.28. DO NOT allow your attention to be diverted from operating6. DO make sure that load slings or other approved sling attach- the hoist.r.nents are properly sized and seated in the hook saddle. 29. DO NOT operate the hoist beyond limits of load rope or7 . DO make sure that the hook latch, if used, is closed and not load chain travel.supporting any part of the load.30. DO NOT use limit switches as routine operating stops unless8. DO make sure that l

SPECIFICATIONSAmericrane & Hoist Corp 1-800-652-1932LMESModelRatedLoad(lbs.)StandardLifr(ft.)LiftingSpeed(FPM)VoltageHorsePowerAmpDraw31 51 500 10 12 1 15V 4.031 67 500'1012 230V 4.031 66 500 20 12 1 15V .3 4.031 68 500 20 ta 230V .3 403152 1 000 10 o 1 15V .J 4.031 69 1 000 10 6 230V 3 4.0Push button drop is approximately 3leet less than lift.A transformer is supplied for 230 volt applications.4 mm link chain (welded and heat treated) minimum breaking strength 3,400 lbsLimitSwitchesUpper&Lowerupper&LOWETUpper&Lowerupper&LOWerUpper&LOWerUpper&LOWerHeadroom(in )OverallDimensions(in )NetWeight(lbs.)to 41lqHx 51/a W x 9s/+ L 1416 41lqHx.51/qWx93/qL16 17to19 4rlqHr5r/qWx93/aL 1719 41lqHx5rl+Wx93/aL 27OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSDescriptionThe Little Mule LMES Electric Chain Hoist features self'-locking,hardened steel gears that also function as a load brake.Thehoist is equipped with electronic overloacl protecticln, adjustableupper and lower limit switches, permanently lubricatcd and hard-, ened stt'el gear train, and pendant trigger control.vElectrical ConnectionGeneral Safety InformationThis hoist is to be connectcd to a I l-5-volt A.C., singlc phase, -50/This hoist is designed tbr safe operation within the limits of its 60 Hz current only. The outlct must be grounded.rated capacity. There are safety f'eaturcs built into the hoist toLimit Switchesprotect the operator and others front in.jury due to tailure of theThe hoist is equipped with an upper and lower limit switch. Thehoist itself. However, listed below are sal'ety precautions whichupper switch is intended as an emcrgency shut-olf to lirnit thcmust be tirllowed in order to protect personnel and property.upwarcl travel of thc load hook and should not be used duringl. Align hoistirr straight line pull. Avoid side pulls and pullingnormal operation of the hoist. The lclwer lirnit switch is alsohorizontally.intended as an "emergency only" stop and should not be uscd2. Limit switchcs are emergency devices only. Do not use limitduring normal operation of the hoist. Repeated use of the upperswitches to stop the hoist in nonnal operation. Repeatedand lower limit switch under load can cause shock loads thatactuation of these limit switches under load could damage thecould damage the hoist.hoist.If one of the limit switches has been activated, do not attempt3. Do not operate hoist with twisted, kinked, or damaged chain.to continue hoist movement in the same direction. Hoist must be4. Do not operate a damaged or rnalfunctioning hoist untilreversed. Continued attempts to operate the hoist in the directionadjustments or repairs have been made.of the activated limit will break limit switch arm. A broken ann-5. Do not use hoist to lifi people or carry loads over people.on lirnit switch is not covered bv warrantv.6. Do not lifi more than rated capacity ol'the hoist.7. Do not leave a load suspended in the air unattendcd. Chain Bucketfl. Avoid jogging controls or quick reversals of load.A chain bucket is standard equipment and may be used when9. Always remove load and disconnect hoist fiom power supply slack chain hanging from hoist is not desired. Note how the hookhelbre making repairs.is tastened to the bucket before removing it fbr installation on thc10. Read American National Standards Institute - 830. l6 hoist. To install, f'eed the hook through the third link down of theWARNING: DO NOT USE HOIST FOR MOVEMENT OF fixed chain end. Attach hook to the bucket by inserting hook endsPERSONNEL OR LOADS OVER PERSONNEL. DO NOT throuch the TOP of the tabs at the bucket rim.OPERATE HOIST IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHEREOR CORROSIVE ENVIRONMENT.not replace chain supplied with hoist with any othera-, ll P" type.12. Do not attempto operate hoist on any other power supplyother than I l-5 volt, 50/60 Hz, sinsle phase.INSTALLATIONMountingThe hoist must be hung by the upper hook only, and should notbe mounted by any other means. The mounting support must becapable o1'hanclling lclads in excess of hoist rating. Suggestedlocations are on a support bcam clr trolley.

OPERATIONThis hoist is operated by the pistol grip switch at the end of thecontrol cord.To raise a load, move the direction lever to the "up" positionMAINTENANCEOn a daily basis. the tbllowing should be checked:l. Controls - Check all controls and operating mechanisms fbrproper function.and squeeze the trigger to operate. To lower a load, movedirection lever to "down" position and squeeze the trigger. The2. Safety Devices -proper function.Check upper and lower limit switches fbrload will stop and hold from either direction by releasing the J. Hooks - Check for cracks or defbrmation.trigger.,1. Chain - Inspect fbr wear. distortion, and proper attachment atNOTE: The direction lever cannot be movecl unless the triggeris released. Forcing the direction lever while holding the triggerin will only result in broken switch.each end. Check lbr dirt and lbreign matter on chain that canbe carried back into hoist.On a periodic basis (suggested intervals of one to three months,A load, whether being raised or lowered, will stop in approximately1/o inch when the control trigger is released. At this point. l. Bolts, screws. and connections fbr any loosening.depending on service), the following should be checked:the motor and face gears are locked and the load will remain inposition until the control switch is again activated.2. Pocket wheel for wear.-1. Wear of chain, including chain stretch. Chain slretch can bechecked by measuring I I links of a section of chain thatDuty Cyclenormally runs over the pocket wheel.This is an intermittent duty hoist. Failure to comply with this dutyThis hoist is equipped with a 4 MM welded link chain with acycle will cause overheating of the gear box and the motor..4J2 nom. pitch; therefore, l l links of a new chain shouldOverheated gears thin out the lubricant causing excessive wear on measure 5. 197 + .016- .008 inches.the gears. An clverheated motor breaks down insulation on theIf any I I Iinks of chain measure more than 5.275 inches. thenwincling causing premitture motor failure. A temperaturc' sensingstretch and wear is excessive and the chain musl be replaced.device built into the hoist will indicate if the duty cycle has been4. Hooks - Check for cracks with dye penetrant\, magneticexceeded. EXCEEDIN(; THE DUTY CYCLE VOIDS THI.I particles. or other suitable methods at least once a year.WARRANTY. Therelbre, it is very importanto allow sufTicicnt-5. Check electrical components lbr corrosion or other signs ol'time fbr the motor and gear box to cool down atter each usage.deterioration.The fbllowing chart gives reconrmended rest periods for varying6. Check hook rctaining pins tirr wear and securcness.anlounts of usagc. Running the nrotor over 2 minutes at full loadis not recommencled.TestingAlier repair, check to see that the welds on each link face awayVERTICAL TRAVEL cooL DowN l'rom the pocket wheel. After repair or modification of a hoist. itMOTORDTSTANCE (FEET) PERTOD (MTNUTES) must be tested for proper operation. Begin test with a light load..ON''TIME 500 LB. 1,000 LB FULL RATED HALF RATED and increase to rated capacity. Test should also include operation(MTNUTES) HOIST HOIST LOAD LOAD ol'upper and lower lirnit switch.t lz1z36121l/^6tz13715.Do Not Exceed 2 Minutes "on" llmeTrouble Shootinglf hoist operated in one direction only, check filr a jammed lirnitswitch arm. This can be done by removing the limit switch cover.Ifhoist starts to lifi a heavy load and then stops, check the overloadlight while holding the control switch in the up position. Ifthe light comes on, then lower and reduce the load and repeatthe procedure.If hoist will not operate. check tbr tripped circuit breaker. Thecircuit breaker is located in the bottom ofthe control handle. Ilthecircuit breaker is tripped push the button to reset it.,lz11lz31lz71lzLubricationIl'lubrication of the gearbox is required because of unusual conditions,then use only Yale grease Part No. 9l l-502000. This is theonly grease apprt'rved frlr use in the Yale hoist.The chain should be lubricated with SAE 20-30 sradenlotor oil.J.IAmericrane & Hoist Corp 1-800-652-1932-at,

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REPLACEMENT PARTS LISTKeyNo. Part No. Description Qtv.1 914500400Housing & Sprocket CoverI2 912307401 Power Cord15 912501300Sprocket Shaft & Gear Ass'y.I6 912501200Primary Gear & Pinion Ass'y.1911500200Adjusting Plug18 911500902Chain Guide19 911501000,|Chain Stripper10 911501200Spacer (500 Lb. Hoist)11'l 91230411 5 Needle Bearing112 912307904 Ball Bearing1113 912307905Ball Bearing14 912307906Ball BearingAmericrane & Hoist Corp 1-800-652-1932I115 912307903Ball Bearing116 912302912 Retaining Ring117 912302910Retaining Ring218 912303502Woodruff Key119 91150 100 Spacer (Gear1Cover)I20 911500800Shaft Adj. Ball21 912316403Set Screw 1/q 120 x 1lq22 912316402 Set Screw 1/z 113 - 3/a'l23 912303002Screw 10-32x1/z725 912500901ChecksealI26 911501400Guide Plate127 911501300Limit Switch Housing Cover128 911501603Limit Switch Armz30 912501501Limit Switch Drive Screw'l32 913204600Motor134 912501801Chain (4 MM x 10 Ft.)135 912501802Chain (4 MM x 20 Ft.)136 902285900 Top Hook (with Safety Latch)137 912502000Chain Bucket (500 Lb.)1383939A39839C39D39E4040A40840c40D41424344454647484950515354A54855912502100911501700911502400912502200912306700912501700911232500932312014912306604913500500912306700911500100911501800913500300913500700911502000912305802912305505911503100912305504912307303911232600904095700904095800912318004912316408912306003912306003912303701Chain Bucket (1000 Lb.)Hook, Chain Bucket (500 Lb.)Hook, Chain Bucket (1000 Lb.)Clevis & Hook Ass'y. 500 Lb. HoistHook & Latch Ass'y. (Part of Key #39)Clevis Half (Part of Key #39)Bumper (Part of Key #39)Flat Washer (Part of Key #39)Dowel Pin (Part of Key #39)Pulley Block Ass'y. 1000 Lb. HoistHook & Latch Ass'y. (Part of Key #40)Sprocket (Part of Key #40)Pin Pulley Block (Part of Key #40)Block Half (Part of Key #40)Switch, Single SpeedSynco TFE Grease (Not Shown)Cable Tie (Not Shown)Screw, Hex Socket Hd. CapClevisScrew, Hex Socket Hd. CapHex Nut Prevailing Torque (Not Shown)Safety Latch SetControl Handle Left HalfControl Handle Right HalfCircuit BreakerScrew 5/$ - 24 x3/aPushbutton Cord For 10 Ft. of LiftPushbutton Cord For 20 Ft. of LiftScrewI111121111111213 cu/in11I111211116.5 Ft..16.5Fr.J

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Little Mule Limited WarrantyLIMITED WARRANTY. Linle Mule ("Seller") warrants allparts and components to be free from defects in materials andworkmanship for a period of 90 days from the provable date ofpurchase. Any Little Mule LMES chain hoist which is defectivewill be repaired or replaced without ch:rrge to the Buyerupon compliance with these procedures. Other warranties -express or implied - are limited or excluded, and remediesare limited, as provided herein.B. Implied Warranties. THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OFMERCHANTABILITY AND ALL OTHER IMPLIEDWARRANTIES SHALL ONLY EXTEND FROM THEPROVABLE DATE OF PURCHASE FOR 90 DAYS.C. Incidental and Consequential Damages. SELLERSHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR INCIDENTALDAMAGES OF ANY KIND, OR FOR CONSE-QUENTIAL DAMAGES TO PROPERTY, LOSS OFPROFITS AND LOSS OF USE WHICH MAY BECAUSED BY ANY DEFECT IN OR MALFUNCTIONOR FAILTJRE OF THE ENCLOSED LITTT-E MULELMES CHAIN HOIST.LIMITED WARRANTY PERFORMANCE PROCE-DURE. Upon discovery of a defective Little Mule LMESchain hoist, the Buyer shall rnail to the Seller at his factory orto any Factory Authorized Service Center written notice ofsuch defect and mail, ship, or otherwise deliver the del-ectiveLittle Mule LMES chain hoist, postage or shipping prepaid. D. Condition of Warranty. Seller shall not be required toRepairs or replacements by Seller under this Limited Warrantywill normally be accomplished within l5 business days defect, malfunction. or failure of the Little Mule LMEScomply with its warranty duties provided herein if theatier receipt of the defective Little Mule LMES chain hoist. chain hoist was caused by danrage (not resulting fromSeller or his Authorized Agents may nrake reasonable charges def-ective components) while in the possession of thefbr parts and labor for repairs not covered by this Limited Buyer, or unreasonable use by the Buyer. UnreasonableWarranty.use shall include. but is not limited to. installation or use ofthe Little Mule LMES chain hoist without complianceWARRANTY AND REMEDY LIMITATIONS AND EX. with the instructions contained in the Little Mule LMESCLUSIONS. Repair and/or replacement of the defective Owner's Manual, and subjecting the Little Mule LMESLittle Mule LMES chain hoist or con)p()nent part thereof as chain hoist to loads in excess to the load listed in theprovided herein is the primary remedy fbr the Buyer. The Owner's Manual for the particular model number.fbllowing exclusions or limitations or warranties and limitationsor remedie shall be expressly applicable:LE(;AL REMEDIES OF BUYER. This Limited Warrantygives a Buyer specific legal rights. The Buyer also has impliedA. Express Warranties. Seller warrants that the Little Mule warranty rights. In the event of a problem with LimitedLMES chain hoist is as described in the "Little Mule Warranty Service or pertbrmance. the Buyer may be able to goLMES Owner's Manual" provided herewith; no other expresswarranty is made in respect to the l-ittle Mule LMESto a small claims court, a State court, or a Federal district court.chain hoist. If any rnodel or sample was shown to the INQUIRII.IS. Any inquiries regarding cornpliance with theBuyer, such model or sample was used fbr illustrative warranties provided herein may be addressed in writing to:purposes only, and shall not be construed as a warrantythat the Little Mule LMES chain hoist will conlbrm to the Little Mule Productssample or rlodel.325-5 S.W. l lth AvenueFort Lauderdale. FL 333 l 5WARNING: The equipment shown in this manual is intended for industrial use onlyand should not be used to lift, support, or otherwise transport people, or to suspendloads over people.AVAILABLE FROM YOUR LOCALLITTLE MULE' HOIST DISTRIBUTOR:Americrane & Hoist Corp 1-800-652-1932DDuff-NontonLittle Mule@ Products3255 S.W. 11th AvenueFt. Lauderdale, Florida 33315Phone (305) 522-5761FAX (305) 763-127sDuff -Norton Manuf actures:DuftNorlon.q Actuators . Mechanical Jacks . Rotary Unions . Coffingo 11q;rltDuff Lynxo Hoists. Yalet Hoists . Shop King Hoists . Little Muletr Products and Amerrcan LittsPrinted in U.S.AtMi490