AT A GLANCE:
General information
This section applies to anyone who lifts loads using the crane, performs work on the crane, or works nearby.
At the start
Using this product manual
The following symbols are used in this product manual:
- This is an instruction regarding an action and prompts you to perform a work step.
- This is the result of an action and describes what happens on the device.
- This is a list.
Only with...
A section that appears in a box framed by a dashed line is only applicable for certain types, versions or options. The condition to which the section applies is specified at the beginning in the heading “Only with...”.
Instructions for the product manual
Read the product manual through carefully before starting work. Also be sure to observe additional product manuals for accessories and components.
Afterwards, keep the product manual available in the vicinity of the crane. It must be accessible to all who work with or on the crane.
If the crane is sold on or hired out, always provide the product manual together with the crane.
Proper use
The wire rope hoist is intended for use on a correspondingly designed overhead travelling crane or wall travelling crane for area-wide movement of loads. The wire rope hoist therefore moves horizontally on an I-beam or a welded box girder.
- The wire rope hoist can move on I-beams or welded box girders.
- The wire rope hoist is intended for a trolley power supply using the ABUPowerline energy chain or an ABUS festoon cable system.
Regulations
The installation has been built and tested according to European standards, rules and regulations applicable at the time of its manufacture. The conventions applied during design and construction are specified in the Declaration of Conformity or the Declaration of Incorporation. The conventions must also be observed for installation, operation, inspection and maintenance, as must the applicable occupational health and safety regulations.
Which provision applies in individual cases will greatly depend on the crane’s use and the national regulations. Review and observe all applicable and current regulations, including the occupational health and safety regulations. Refer also to the Declaration of Conformity or Declaration of Incorporation.
Warranty
- ABUS assumes no liability for damages that were caused by improper use, inadequately trained personnel, incorrect performance of work, nor for any changes, reconstruction or other modification of the crane or crane components which were not approved by ABUS.
- Any warranty claim becomes invalid if components were modified without consent, the crane or crane components were installed, used or serviced in any way other than that described in this product manual, or if parts other than original ABUS replacement parts were used.
- Safe operation of the crane or crane components is only guaranteed if original ABUS replacement parts are used.
The wire rope hoist
Device description of lower flange trolley (U)

- 1: Trolley drive
- 2: Side panel
- 3: Hoist trolley
- 4: Hoisting gear
- 5: Lift-off prevention device
- 6: Safety buffer
- 7: Trolley frame
- 8: Counterweight side with panel
- 9: Bottom block and load hook
- 10: Hoist motor
- 11: Drum side
Performance features
The lower flange trolley (U):
- The hoist trolley travels on the lower flange of the main girder and is preset for different flange widths. The flange width can only be adapted to a slight extent (a few mm).
- The wire rope hoist has eight wheels on which the entire load is distributed. This enables a larger load capacity than with a single girder travelling crane with a smaller span.
- The wire rope hoist has four directly driven wheels and four non-driven wheels.
- The panel is located on the side opposite to the hoist drive and serves as a counterweight.
- The wire rope hoist covers a load capacity range of 6.3 t to 25 t.
The trolley drive:
- The drives are designed as pole-variable rotary current motors with electromagnetic brakes and gear units.
- The drives have a low and a high speed. The ratio of the two speeds is 1:4.
- The drive's gear unit is a maintenance-free, two-stage or three-stage planetary gear.
The hoist drive with pole-variable hoist motor:
- The hoist drive is powered by a pole-variable 2/12-pole hoist motor with gear unit.
- The hoist motor features an electro-magnetically actuated spring-loaded brake.
- The hoist drive has a slow lifting speed and a fast lifting speed. The ratio of the two lifting speeds is 1:6.
- Using plug-in connections in the connector housing directly on the hoist drive, the hoist drive can be quickly separated from the rest of the crane’s electrics.
- The hoisting gear features a multi-stage, helical spur gear in an alloy housing. The gear wheels run in a sealed oil bath, which ensures they remain lubricated over their full service life.
- For further details on the pole-variable hoist drive, see the product manual “Pole-variable, modular ABUS hoist drive for wire rope hoists”.
The hoist:
- The wire rope of the hoist is a special wire rope with a very high breaking strength. This gives it a considerably longer service life than a normal steel rope.
- The cable guide guarantees flawless winding and unwinding of the wire rope on the cable drum. It is made of wearproof, low-friction plastic.
Technical data
Ambient conditions for operation:
Ambient temperature |
-10 °C to +40 °C |
Ambient temperature |
+40 °C to +65 °C |
Housing |
IP 55 |
Insulation class |
F |
Noise emissions:
Size |
Sound pressure level LP, m dB(A) at distance of 4 m |
Sound pressure level LW, m dB(A) |
|---|---|---|
GM 5000 |
68 |
88 |
GM 6000 |
68 |
88 |
GM 7000 |
70 |
90 |
In the table, the sound pressure level LP is specified for a distance of 4 m from the wire rope hoist. To calculate the sound pressure level LW, the sound pressure level at any distance may be used.
Transporting the wire rope hoist on a lorry
Only with uninstalled wire rope hoists
Observe the following points, amongst others:

- Secure all loose parts and cables.
- Secure the load according to regional regulations.
- Secure the wire rope hoist to the loading area with suitable lifting tackle.
- Secure the load hook so that it cannot slide back and forth during transport.
- The cable guide holds the wire rope firmly against the cable drum. Thus, no loops can form on the cable drum and the wire rope is free of kinks.
Note
The transport supports may only be removed if the wire rope hoist is appropriately fixed and secured.
Loading and unloading the wire rope hoist
Only with uninstalled wire rope hoists
Observe the following points amongst others:
Lifting wire rope hoist with a crane

- Use suitable lifting tackle with load hooks.
- Insert the load hooks in the suspension eyelets on the wire rope hoist.
- Observe the occupational health and safety requirements and raise the wire rope hoist.
Setting down the wire rope hoist
- Setting the wire rope hoist down on the transport supports.
- Do not damage the bottom block when setting down.
Wire rope hoist disposal
If the wire rope hoist needs to be disposed of:
- Dismantle the wire rope hoist as far as is possible.
- Observe local regulations concerning disposal and recycling.
- Sort the individual parts by material and dispose of them in an environmentally sound manner.
- Dispose of oil and grease from the gear units as lubricants.
- Dispose of brake linings as multiple components (hazardous waste).
- Dispose of electronic components as scrap electronic parts.
- Dispose of cables, plug-in connections and pendant controls as scrap electronic parts.
- Dispose of the trolley frame, cable drum, deflection rollers, wire rope and other metal components as metal scrap.
- Dispose of the housing cover and housing base of the control as plastic waste.
- Parts of the wire rope hoist that have been repainted must be disposed of in accordance with the paint manufacturer’s specifications.

Installing and connecting
This section applies to anyone who works on the crane prior to its use
The end user of the crane is responsible for the proper qualifications of the commissioning personnel.
Examples of qualified persons:
- Persons with comprehensive knowledge from specialist training in engineering and in the electrical systems of cranes.
- Persons with sufficient experience in the operation, installation and maintenance of cranes.
- Persons with comprehensive knowledge regarding the relevant technical rules, directives and safety regulations applicable in the respective country.
- Persons receiving regular training from ABUS.
ABUS assumes no liability for damage due to incorrectly performed commissioning work done by unqualified personnel.
ABUS recommends having the commissioning work performed by the ABUS assembly team.
Checking the requirements
The following requirements must be met in order for the wire rope hoist to be installed:
Among other things, these points must be coordinated as part of the technical authorisation process:
- The welded box girder or I-beam on which the wire rope hoist travels must meet the specifications of the enclosed dimension sheet and data sheet.
- The installation dimensions as well as the mains voltage and operating voltage must be correspondingly checked against the dimension sheet and the data sheet.
- The welded box girder or I-beam that the wire rope hoist travels on must have a straight lower flange or parallel flange.
- The dimension between the flanges of the wheels is permitted to be maximally 2 mm larger on each side than the measured width of the bottom block.
- The running surface that the wheels of the wire rope hoist travel on must be free of paint or other coatings.
- The trolley power supply must be executed as ABUPowerline energy chain or ABUS festoon cable system.
Installing the wire rope hoist on the main girder
If the wire rope hoist has not been installed yet, continue here. Otherwise, skip this section.
Only with an open main girder connection
If the main girder connection is not closed, the wire rope hoist can be pushed onto the lower flange.
In the following, the assembly on a main girder is shown as a box girder. The installation on an I-beam does not differ significantly.
Main girder

- Rotate the wire rope hoist so that the counterweight side faces the power supply.
- Observe the occupational health and safety requirements and raise the wire rope hoist.
- Push the wire rope hoist from the open side onto the main girder connection and set it down with the wheels.
Only with a closed main girder connection
In the following, the assembly on a main girder is shown as a box girder. The installation on an I-beam does not differ significantly.
Disassembling drives
To facilitate the installation, two of the four drives on the side panels on the drum side of the wire rope hoist are disassembled.
On both drives on the drum side:
Rib screwDrive

- Release the rib screws (4x) on the drive.
Side panelDrive

- Pull the drive out of the side panel.
Detaching the side panels
In order to be able to install the wire rope hoist on the main girder, the side panels are pushed outward on the bearing bolt.
On both drives on the drum side:
Side panel

- Release the rib screws M10x20 (2x) on the cover.
- Pull the cover from the bearing bolt.

- Push the side panel outward on the bearing bolt.
The wire rope hoist must be pushed apart so far that the distance between the wheels is wider than the lower flange.
Installing the wire rope hoist on the main girder
Main girder

- Lift the wire rope hoist under the main girder using, for example, a lift truck.
On both drives on the counterweight side:
WheelMain girder

- Rotate the wire rope hoist so that the counterweight side faces the power supply.
- Push the wheels on the side panel with the drive onto the main girder.
The wheels must lie with their running surface fully on the lower flange!
On both drives on the drum side:

- Push the side panel onto the bearing bolt.
The wheels must lie with their running surface fully on the lower flange!
Bearing boltCover

- Push the shim washer and support washer onto the bearing bolt.
- Screw the cover onto the bearing bolt with the rib screws M10x20. 75 Nm.
Installing the drive
Now the drives are installed on the side panels.
On both drives on the drum side:
Rib screw

- Slide the drive in the driven wheel on the side panel.
- Bolt on the drive with the rib screws M10x30 (4x). 75 Nm.
Installing the lift-off prevention device
On both sides of the end carriage:
Buffer plateMain girder

- Bolt the lift-off prevention device to the buffer plate with washers and high-tensile bolts M16x60 (6x). 250 Nm.
The chamfer of the washer must point toward the bolt head.
The lift-off prevention device must grip around the lower flange or the flange of the main girder.
Checking the tolerance of the track gauge
Wheel flangeWheel

- Measure the clearance between wheel flange and rail “SP” (distance between flange and wheel flange of the wheel) on both sides of the lower trolley frame at all four side panels.
All wheels must lie on the flange!
The measured value may not be larger than 2 mm on either side.
Mounting the trolley towing arm
If the trolley towing arm has not been installed yet, continue here. Otherwise, skip this section.
The trolley towing arm is installed above the hoist panel. It pulls the electrical cables for the trolley power supply (festoon cable system or energy chain) and the cross-type limit switch of the trolley travel limit switch back and forth parallel to the trolley.
The trolley towing arm must be installed differently, depending on the main girder (I-beam or box girder) and the type of power supply (festoon cable system or energy chain).
Only with energy chains
Installing energy chain on carrying tube
The energy chain is fastened to the horizontal carrying tube.
Individual components of the energy chain

- Fasten the individual components of the energy chain (deflection bracket and connection element) with bolts and SL safety clip to the square tube.
Cable tiesFlat cable

- Lead through the flat cable from the energy chain and guide in a curve around the deflection bracket.
- Fasten the flat cable with cable ties to the upper section of the deflection bracket.
- Insert the energy chain into the connection element and click into place.
Only with festoon cable system
Mounting the trolley towing arm
Vertical square tubeTrolley towing arm

- Screw trolley towing arm onto the trolley frame with rib screws. 15 Nm.
- Screw vertical square tube with rib screws M8 and plate to the trolley towing arm. 15 Nm.
Towing trolleyHorizontal square tube

- Push the horizontal square tube into the towing trolley.
- Screw the horizontal square tube onto the vertical square tube using a pipe clamp. 15 Nm.
Installing the cross-type limit switch
Only with cross-type limit switch
This section only applies if the wire rope hoist has a cross-type limit switch in the trolley travel direction.
Where and for which travel limit the cross-type limit switch is designed is specified on the wiring diagram.
Installing the cross-type limit switch
Locking washerHexagonal nut

- Screw the mounting bracket onto the cross-type limit switch with the fillister-head screws M5x50 (2x).
- Screw on the mounting bracket using locking washers and M5 hex nuts (2x). 3 Nm.
Installing the cross-type limit switch on the trolley frame
The cross-type limit switch is installed either on the trolley towing arm or on the trolley frame. The installation on the trolley towing arm is shown here. The installation on the trolley frame does not differ significantly.
Cross-type limit switch

- Turn the cross-type limit switch to position 0.
- The position of the cross-type limit switch is marked with an arrow that can be rotated further, depending on the switching state.
- Attach the cross-type limit switch in such a way that the switching lug will activate it.
The rotation direction of the cross-type limit switch for the respective travel direction must match the wiring diagram.
- Screw on the cross-type limit switch. 15 Nm.
Connecting the cross-type limit switch
- Route the connection cable (round cable or flat cable) from the cross-type limit switch to the panel.
- Route the connection cable with cable fitting into the panel.
- If necessary: Connect the connection cable to a coupler plug or connector.
- Fasten connection cable with cable ties, cable grips and adhesive clips.
Installing the safety buffers
If the safety buffers are not yet installed, continue here. Otherwise, skip this section.
On both sides of the end carriage:

- Screw safety buffers (4x) into the buffer plates. Approx. 30 Nm.
The safety buffer must be in contact with the buffer plate and there must be no gap between them, otherwise the impact will be absorbed by the screw and not by the safety buffer.
Overview of tightening torques
Side panel

- Rib screw M10x30 (2x)
- Tightening torque: 75 Nm.
Lift-off prevention device

- Hexagon head screw M16x60 with washers and nuts
- Tightening torque: 250 Nm.
Inspection
This section applies to anyone who inspects and accepts the crane in accordance with occupational health and safety requirements
Read before starting work
Test intervals
The regular inspection is performed at least once annually.
Under certain conditions, more frequent regular inspections may be necessary. Reasons include:
- Frequent operation at the load capacity
- Working in multiple shifts
- Frequent use
- Dusty or chemically aggressive environment
The end user is responsible for checking the requirements and determining the test intervals. ABUS will gladly assist you if questions arise.
Requirements for the examiner
The end user of the crane is responsible for the proper qualifications of the examiner.
Examples of qualified persons:
- Persons with comprehensive knowledge from specialist training in engineering and in the electrical systems of cranes.
- Persons with sufficient experience in the operation, installation and maintenance of cranes.
- Persons with comprehensive knowledge regarding the relevant technical rules, directives and safety regulations applicable in the respective country.
- Persons receiving regular training from ABUS.
Scope of the test
The person qualified to inspect the wire rope hoist is responsible for the scope and type of inspection.
Overview: inspecting the wire rope hoist
In addition to the points described here, all points outlined in the other supplied product manuals must also be checked.
The decision as to whether the wire rope hoist is in a flawless condition is the sole responsibility of the examiner. Any inadequacies, if found, must be eliminated. The examiner decides whether the wire rope hoist needs to undergo inspection again afterwards.
If locally applicable regulations specify further tests, these are likewise to be carried out.
Additionally, at least the following points must be checked:
- Inspect the wire rope. See “Inspecting the wire rope”.
- Check the load hook and bottom block. See “Checking the load hook and bottom block”.
- Check the edge protection on the bottom block (visual inspection).
- Inspect the fixed point crosshead. See “Inspecting the fixed point crosshead”.
- Inspect the deflection roller crosshead. See “Inspecting the deflection roller crosshead”.
- Inspect the cable guide. See “Inspecting the cable guide”.
- Check the fixed point. See “Checking the fixed point”.
- Inspect the end clamps on the cable drum. The end clamps (2x) must be installed and must not exhibit any heavy damage.
- Check the wheel diameters. See “Checking the diameter of the wheels”.
- Check the wheel flange wear of the wheels on the wire rope hoist.
- Check the side panels. See “Checking the side panels”.
- Check the lift-off prevention device. See “Checking the lift-off prevention device”.
- Check the condition of the safety buffer. See “Checking the safety buffers”.
- Check the brake on the hoist drive or travel drive.
See product manual “Pole-variable, modular ABUS hoist drive for wire rope hoists”.
- Check the braking distance of the trolley drive.
Inspecting the wire rope
- Inspect the entire wire rope for damage. The damage shown here or any similar damage should not be detectable on the wire rope.
Examples of damage:






- Check the entire wire rope for broken wires. The wire rope must not exhibit more broken wires in a length of 6 times its diameter or 30 times its diameter than is specified for these lengths on the ABUS manufacturer's certificate for wire ropes in the test log book.
Examples of broken wires:


- If damage such as that pictured or similar damage is detected on the wire rope, replace the wire rope with a new one.
- If the wire rope has broken wires, but these do not exceed the permissible number, shorten the test interval until the next regular inspection.
- If the wire rope has more broken wires than permitted, replace the wire rope with a new one.
Checking the load hook and bottom block
Checking for ease of movement
Load hook crosshead

- Rotate the load hook to the left and right.
The load hook must be easy to move and freely rotatable.
- Slew the load hook backwards and forwards at the load hook crosshead.
The load hook crosshead must be freely slewable.
- If the load hook is not easy to move or freely rotatable or slewable, it must be repaired.
Inspecting the brackets on the bottom block
Bracket

- Inspect the brackets. They must not exhibit any cracking, deformation or other signs of damage.
- If the brackets are deformed or damaged in any other way, they must be replaced.
Measuring deformation and wear of the load hook

- Measure the distance ‘y’ between the two stamped markings on the load hook.
- Read the reference distance for ‘y’ from the test log book or, if applicable, from the load hook itself.
The measured distance ‘y’ must not be greater than 1.1 times the reference distance ‘y’.
With ramshorn hooks, the distances ‘y1’ and ‘y2’ from the respective engraved marking on the tip of the load hook to the marking on the hook shank must each be measured and compared separately.
- Measure the base height ‘f’ of the load hook.
- Compare the measured value with the table.
The measured base height ‘f’ must not be smaller than given in the table. The table specifies the minimum base height.
Size of load hook |
Type of load hook |
Minimum base height, ‘f’ [mm] |
|---|---|---|
1 |
Normal hook |
38 |
1.6 |
Normal hook |
45.6 |
2.5 |
Ramshorn hook |
47.5 |
2.5 |
Normal hook |
55.1 |
4 |
Ramshorn hook |
57 |
4 |
Normal hook |
63.7 |
6 |
Ramshorn hook |
71.3 |
6 |
Normal hook |
80.8 |
Size of load hook |
Type of load hook |
Minimum base height, ‘f’ [mm] |
|---|---|---|
8 |
Ramshorn hook |
80.8 |
8 |
Normal hook |
90.3 |
10 |
Ramshorn hook |
90.3 |
10 |
Normal hook |
100.7 |
12 |
Ramshorn hook |
100.7 |
12 |
Normal hook |
112.1 |
- If the load hook has been widened to a greater degree than is allowed or if the base height is below the permissible limit, replace the load hook.
Do not carry out any repair welding (e.g. build-up welding) on the load hook or on the load hook nut.

- Check the wear surfaces in the hook bed. They must merge gradually with the surrounding surfaces. They must not have any sharp score marks and edges or other surface faults.
- Inspect the edges. The side edges on the load hook should not have any exterior protruding burrs or similar surface faults.
- If the wear surfaces or side edges do have sharp score marks or edges, these may be smoothed (e.g. filed). The limit values for base height given above must be observed even after smoothing.
Inspecting the load hook surface
- Inspect the load hook surface. It must not have any faults, cracks or corrosion.
- If the surface of the load hook is to any extent not OK, disassemble the load hook and inspect the surface of the hook shank. It must not have any faults, cracks or corrosion.
Inspecting the anti-rotation device of the load hook nut
For load hooks with anti-rotation device in the form of a slotted spring pin:
Load hook nut

- Tilt the load hook until the anti-rotation device is clearly visible.
- Inspect the anti-rotation device. The slotted spring pin must be present, may not be damaged or broken and it must sit securely.
- If the slotted spring pin is missing or damaged, it must be replaced.
For load hooks with anti-rotation device by means of safety plate:
Locking plate

- Tilt the load hook until the anti-rotation device is clearly visible.
- Inspect the anti-rotation device. The safety plate must be present, undamaged and sit securely.
- If the safety plate is missing or damaged, it must be replaced.
Inspecting the hook safety latch

- Inspect the hook safety latch. It must be present, functional and easy to move, and must not be deformed or damaged in any other way.
- If the hook safety latch is missing, damaged or not working properly, it must be replaced.
Inspecting the fixed point crosshead
Fixed point crossheadCover with rib screws

- Inspect the fastening. The fixed point crosshead must be securely fastened and the bolt must be secured with a cover.
- Inspect the fixed point crosshead.
The drilled holes and the lower opening must not exhibit any cracking or other damage.
- Check bearing bushes for damage. The bearing bushes must not exhibit any cracking or other damage.
- If components are missing or damaged: replace the components.
See “Exchanging the fixed point crosshead with rope socket and rope wedge”.
Inspecting the deflection roller crosshead
Only with wire rope hoist with hoist drive GM 5000 or GM 6000 with reeving 4/1
Bolt with
SL safety clipBearing bush

- Inspect the deflection roller crosshead.
The drilled holes must not exhibit any cracking or other damage. - Inspect the deflection roller.
It must not exhibit any deep grooves or heavy wear.
If necessary, the deflection roller can be carefully inspected using a special template. Please contact ABUS Service for this. See page 66.
- Bolts and SL safety clips must be in place and secured.
- Check bearing bushes for damage. The bearing bushes must not exhibit any cracking or other damage.
- If components are missing or damaged: replace the components.
Only with wire rope hoist with hoist drive GM 7000 and reeving 4/1
On the wire rope hoist with hoist drive GM 7000 and a reeving 4/1, the deflection roller crosshead is attached on the outside of the trolley frame.

- Inspect the deflection roller crosshead.
The drilled holes must not exhibit any cracking or other damage. - Inspect the deflection roller.
It must not exhibit any deep grooves or heavy wear. - Check the deflection roller crosshead suspension.
The suspension must be sufficiently lubricated so the deflection roller crosshead can move back and forth. See “Lubricants”.
- Bolts and SL safety clips must be in place and secured.
- If components are missing or damaged: replace the components.
Inspecting the cable guide

- Inspect the cable guide. The plastic parts must not be cracked, deformed or have abraded areas caused by the wire rope.
- Check the cable guide for ease of movement.
- Check the lubrication of the cable guide.
- If the cable guide is damaged: replace the cable guide. See “Replacing the wire rope”.
Checking the fixed point
Checking the rope wedge

- Measure the rope wedge protrusion (lower edge of rope wedge to lower edge of rope socket).
- Measure the rope clamp spacing (upper edge of dead end rope grip to lower edge of rope wedge).
- The measured values may not be higher than the values in the table.
Size |
Maximum rope wedge projection |
Minimum rope wedge projection |
|---|---|---|
GM 5000 |
22 mm |
19 mm |
GM 6000 |
31 mm |
28 mm |
GM 7000 |
29 mm |
26 mm |
- If the rope wedge protrudes too far out of the rope socket, or if the dead end rope grip is too close to the rope wedge: replace rope socket and rope wedge. See “Replacing the wire rope”.
Note
The minimum rope clamp spacing specified is always exactly equal to the wire rope diameter of the wire rope hoist.
Checking the diameter of the wheels
The running surfaces of the wheels become worn during operation. This reduces the diameter of the wheels.
This section shows how to check the diameter on a non-driven wheel. The check of the diameter on a powered wheel does not differ significantly.
Measuring the diameter

- Measure the diameter of the wheel at multiple points over the width of the wheel.
- The diameter may not be smaller than is specified in the table.
If the diameter is smaller, the wheel must be replaced. See “Disassembling the wheel”.
Wheel |
Maximum permissible wear |
Minimum diameter |
|---|---|---|
E 160 |
-3 mm |
157 mm |
Inspecting the wheel flange wear
Checking the tolerance of the track gauge
Wheel flangeWheel

- Measure the clearance between wheel flange and rail “SP” (distance between flange and wheel flange of the wheel) on both sides of the lower trolley frame at all four side panels.
All wheels must lie on the flange!
The measured value may not be larger than 2 mm on either side.
Checking the side panels
On all four side panels:

- Check side panels for ease of movement.
The side panels must allow themselves to be moved back and forth on the bearing bolt. If this is not the case, the bearing bolt must be lubricated. See “Bolts on the side panels”.
- Check the side panels for exterior damage.
The drilled holes must not exhibit any cracking or other damage.
Checking the lift-off prevention device

- Check the lift-off prevention device for wear and damage.
If the lift-off prevention device is damaged, it must be replaced.
- Test the firm seating of the lift-off prevention device with a light hammer tap.
If the high-tensile bolts on the lift-off prevention device are loose, they must be tightened.
Checking the safety buffers

- Check all the safety buffers. The safety buffers must not be porous, pinched, bent or otherwise damaged.
- Check the material of the safety buffers all the way round. The plastic must not be cracked anywhere on the surface.
- Press the safety buffers with your finger. The safety buffers must be able to be pressed in slightly and be deformable.
- If one of the safety buffers is damaged in any way, replace all the safety buffers on the wire rope hoist. See “Replacing the safety buffer”.
- If one of the safety buffers cannot be pressed in, replace all the safety buffers on the wire rope hoist. See “Replacing the safety buffer”.
Maintenance
This section applies to anyone who maintains, repairs or modifies the crane.
The end user of the crane is responsible for the selection and proper qualifications of the maintenance personnel.
Examples of qualified persons:
- Persons with comprehensive knowledge from specialist training in engineering and in the electrical systems of cranes.
- Persons with sufficient experience in the operation, installation and maintenance of cranes.
- Persons with comprehensive knowledge regarding the relevant technical rules, directives and safety regulations applicable in the respective country.
- Persons receiving regular training from ABUS.
ABUS assumes no liability for damage due to incorrectly performed maintenance work done by unqualified personnel.
ABUS recommends having the maintenance work performed by ABUS Service.
Use only original ABUS replacement parts. Otherwise, all warranty claims will be rendered invalid.
Instructions regarding safety when performing maintenance work
Observe the following safety instructions during all maintenance work on the wire rope hoist.
- Switch off the mains switch. Secure the switch to ensure it cannot be turned back on accidentally.
- Open the fuse isolating link in the crane panel. Secure the fuse isolating link with a padlock so that it cannot be accidentally closed again.
- Use suitable lifting platforms and fall protection equipment.
- Adequately cordon off the operating range around the lifting platform.
- Switch off other cranes on the same crane track or cranes that are above or below the crane to be serviced. Secure the switches to ensure they cannot be turned back on accidentally. Other cranes could otherwise overturn the lifting platform or hit the crane to be serviced.
- Notify personnel in the area that maintenance work will be performed.
- Only trained electricians should work on the crane electrical system!
- Even after the emergency stop button has been pressed, life-threatening high voltages are still present in the crane control and in the trolley control.
These safety instructions apply specifically to the wire rope hoist:
- Danger of crushing!
Fingers could be crushed on the wheels, cable drum and deflection roller should the wire rope hoist make unforeseen movements, or if work is performed without sufficient attention.
Secure the wire rope hoist. Work with caution!
Replacing the wire rope
If the wire rope is damaged or has more broken wires than permitted (see “Inspecting the wire rope”), it must be replaced.
If the cable guide is damaged (see “Inspecting the cable guide”), it must be replaced.
The wire rope and cable guides are wearing parts that are subject to heavy loads. They subject each other to wear during operation. This is why the wire rope and cable guide should always be replaced together.
The wire rope is a special lifting rope with a very high breaking strength. This ensures that it has a longer service life than a normal wire rope. This is why only genuine wire ropes from ABUS may be used.
If the rope wedge or the rope socket are damaged (see “Exchanging the fixed point crosshead with rope socket and rope wedge”), they need to be replaced. They are usually replaced when the wire rope and cable guide are replaced.
These safety instructions apply specifically to changing the wire rope:
- Cordon off a generous space for the work area under the wire rope hoist.
- Ensure that the floor is swept clean.
This reduces soiling of the new wire rope.
- Scissors lift platform with adequate surface area for setting down the bottom block.
This is only possible with a reeving of 2/1 and 4/1.
Observe the load capacity of the lift platform!
- If an unrolling device is available to unroll the wire rope, sufficient free space for this is required.
- Position a scrap container or similar receptacle in the immediate vicinity of the lift platform and bottom block for the old wire rope.
- For a wire rope diameter larger than 11 mm, the rope change should be performed with the assistance of a second person.
Preparing for wire rope replacement
- Move the load hook under the upper limit switch range.
- Measure, and note the position of the load hook.
This makes adjusting the hoist limit switch after replacing the wire rope in many cases unnecessary.
Only with ABUControl
If ABUControl is installed for the wire rope hoist, refer to the product manual “ABUControl”, section “Exchanging the wire rope” to prepare for the rope change.
Further steps for the wire rope change are then described in this product manual.
Only for ABUS electrics 3 with contactor control or ABULiner
Disassembling the hoist limit switch
In order for the wire rope to be unwound from the cable drum using a motor, the hoist limit switch must be removed. Otherwise the cable drum will stop at the lowest hook position.
Hoist limit switchPins on the cable drum

- Open the hoist limit switch housing.
- Unscrew and remove screws (2x).
- Pull off the hoist limit switch.
- Leave the shaft of the hoist limit switch in the same position, and do not turn it.
This makes adjusting the hoist limit switch after replacing the wire rope in many cases unnecessary.
- Secure the hoist limit switch to ensure it does not fall down or hang from the connection cables.
Disassembling the fixed point
Dead end rope grip

- Release the dead end rope grip.
- Pull the dead end rope grip from the end of the wire rope.
Only with exchange of rope socket with rope wedge
If the rope socket or the rope wedge are damaged, they must be replaced.
Disassembling the rope socket
Measurement boltFixed point crosshead

- Release the rib screw M6x20 on the mount.
- Pull the mount off the measurement bolt.
- Pull the measurement bolt out of the fixed point crosshead and the rope socket.
- Pull the rope socket out of the fixed point crosshead.
Rope wedgeRope socket

- Drive the rope wedge out of the rope socket and take it out.
If the rope wedge is stuck:
- Disassemble the rope socket.
- Turn the rope socket over and knock out the rope wedge from above.
The rope wedge can in this way be more easily knocked out of the rope socket.
Rope socket

- Push the end of the wire rope out of the rope socket.
Rope socket

- Pull the wire rope out of the rope socket.
Pulling the wire rope out of the bottom block
The rope guard in the bottom block will be damaged if the wire rope is pulled along the rope guard quickly to remove it from the bottom block. If the rope guard is to be used again, it should be disassembled beforehand.
ABUS recommends replacing the rope guard together with the wire rope.
On all openings on the bottom block:
ScrewdriverBottom block cover

- Insert the screwdriver laterally between the rope guard and bottom block cover as shown in the figure.
- Use the screwdriver to unhook the load hooks on the left and right of the rope guard at the same time.
- Pull the rope guard (2x) apart and remove it from the bottom block.

- Fit the bottom block.
- Pull the wire rope out of the bottom block.
Disassembling the cable guide
Self-tapping screw

- Allow the wire rope to run off the cable drum using the motor.
Several wire rope windings should remain on the cable drum.
- Unscrew the rope guide runner.

- Push the rope guide runner away to one side of the rope guide ring.
- The rope guide ring can now be turned freely on the cable drum.
Clamping element

- Pull the spring cotter out of the clamping elements on the rope guide ring.
Rope guide ringClamping element

- Open and release the tension lever of the clamping element on the rope guide ring.
Cable drumClamping element

- Pull the rope guide ring with clamping elements from the cable drum.
Removing the wire rope from the cable drum
End clampFillister-head screw

- Allow the wire rope to run off the cable drum using the motor.
- Release the end clamps.
- Completely remove the wire rope from the cable drum.
Cleaning and lubricating the cable drum
- Clean the cable drum.

- Lubricate the cable drum from the start to about the 8th or 10th turn.
- Lubricate the cable drum behind the last turn.
Lubricant: “Molykote PG-75”. For details, see “Lubricants”.

- Lubricate the cable drum behind the 8th/10th turn up to the last turn.
Lubricant: “Chainlife S”. For details, see “Lubricants”.
Fastening the wire rope to the cable drum
Cable drumFillister-head screw

- Roll out the wire rope without twisting it.
- Thoroughly clean the fillister-head screws of the end clamps.
The fillister-head screws were previously bolted with a thread lock coating or a thread lock. The residues must be completely removed before the fillister-head screw may be used again.
The thread lock coating and thread lock are single-use only.
- Push the wire rope under the end clamps far enough that the rope protrusion is about 30 mm.
- Tighten the end clamps with fillister-head screws and secure with (medium strength) thread lock.
Size |
Number |
Tightening torque |
|---|---|---|
GM 5000 |
3 |
210 Nm |
GM 6000 |
3 |
210 Nm |
GM 7000 |
3 |
210 Nm / 425 Nm |
- Pull the wire rope taut and use the motor to wind it onto the cable drum by 6 to 8 turns, ensuring it is taut and not twisted.
Preparing the cable guide
Only with wire rope hoist with hoist drive GM 5000 and GM 6000
On the cable guide for a wire rope hoist with hoist drive GM 5000 or GM 6000, the clamping elements are hooked into catches on the rope guide ring. The eyebolts for clamping the rope guide ring are located above on the clamping elements.
EyeboltRope guide ring

- Insert the clamping elements (2x) with the eyebolts in the first catch on the rope guide ring.
- Grease the groove of the rope guide ring from the inside.
Lubricant: “Molykote PG-75”. For details, see “Lubricants”.
Only with wire rope hoist with hoist drive GM 7000
On the cable guide for a wire rope hoist with hoist drive GM 7000, the clamping elements are secured on the rope guide ring using a bolt and an SL safety clip. The eyebolts for tensioning the rope guide ring are located below on the clamping elements.
Clamping elementsBolt

- Push the bolt through the clamping elements and the rope guide ring.
SL safety clipBolt

- Push the SL safety clip onto the bolt.
- Grease the groove of the rope guide ring from the inside.
Lubricant: “Molykote PG-75”. For details, see “Lubricants”.
Installing the cable guide
Cable drumClamping element

- Pull the rope guide ring with clamping elements onto the cable drum.
- Position the wire rope between the clamping elements.
- Check that both ends of the rope guide ring lie in the same groove of the cable drum.
The ends of the rope guide ring must be aligned.
Rope guide ringClamping element

- Insert the tension lever on the clamping elements into the rope guide ring and close it.
If necessary:
- Open the tension lever again and adjust the rope guide ring with the eyebolts so that the rope guide ring rests securely on the wire rope but can still be rotated.
Clamping element

- Push the spring cotter into the tension lever of the clamping elements.
Installing the rope guide runner

- Put the rope guide runner on the drum housing and push it laterally into the rope guide ring.
Self-tapping screw

- Screw on the rope guide runner with the self-tapping screw M6x16. 5 Nm.
Reeving the wire rope

- For reeving 2/1: pull the wire rope from the cable drum and through the bottom block, without twisting it.
- For reeving 4/1: Pull the wire rope from the cable drum and through the bottom block, without twisting it, and through the deflection roller and once again through the bottom block.
Installing the fixed point
Only with exchange of rope socket with rope wedge
Disassembling the rope socket
Measurement boltFixed point crosshead

- Push the rope socket into the fixed point crosshead.
Note the marking on the fixed point crosshead.
- Push the measurement bolt through the fixed point crosshead and the rope socket.
The arrow on the measurement bolt must point downward!
- Check the mount for deformations.
If the mount is deformed, it must be replaced.
- Slide the mount onto the measurement bolt.
The mount must allow itself to be inserted into the groove of the measurement bolt without tension.
The measurement bolt should not have any pretension!
- Screw on the mount with the rib screw M6x20. 19 Nm.
Rope socket

- Check the lubrication of the rope socket and grease it if necessary.
Lubricant: “High temperature paste PBC 1574”. For details, see “Lubricants”.
- Push the end of the wire rope into the rope socket from below.
Rope socket

- Push the end of the wire rope into the rope socket from above so that a loop forms.
The end of the wire rope protrudes below about 150 mm out of the rope socket.
Rope wedgeRope socket

- Place the rope wedge in the loop.
Rope wedgeRope socket

- Give the wire rope a jolting tug.
- The rope wedge slips into the rope socket and the wire rope is tightly clamped.
Dead end rope grip

- Push the dead end rope grip over the end of the wire rope.
The dead end rope grip must be mounted, depending on the size and rope thickness, with the dimension from the following table, under the rope socket:
Size |
Rope thickness |
Distance from rope socket approx. |
|---|---|---|
GM 5000 |
14 mm |
14 mm to 28 mm |
GM 6000 |
16.2 mm |
16 mm to 32 mm |
GM 7000 |
20.2 mm |
20 mm to 40 mm |
- Screw the dead end rope grip tight.
Size |
Screw |
Tightening torque |
|---|---|---|
GM 5000 |
M14 |
49 Nm |
GM 6000 |
M14 |
49 Nm |
GM 7000 |
M16 |
107 Nm |
Installing the rope guard on the bottom block
On all openings on the bottom block:
Connecting profile

- Hold the rope guard on the wire rope as shown in the figure.
- Push the rope guard down along the wire rope with the front fork and bring the rear end under the connecting profile.
Rope guardBottom block cover

- First push the rope guard on the side with the short bracket into the bottom block cover.
- Then push the rope guard on the side with the long bracket into the bottom block cover.
Rope guard

- Push the second rope guard at the bottom into the connecting profile.
- Push the rope guard downwards behind the connecting profile and attach it above on the wire rope.
- First push the rope guard on the side with the short bracket into the bottom block cover.
- Then push the rope guard on the side with the long bracket into the bottom block cover.

- Connect the brackets of the rope guards (2x) and push them together.
- A snapping sound can be heard.
Completing wire rope replacement
- Use the motor to wind up the wire rope completely.
Only with ABUControl
If ABUControl is installed for the wire rope hoist, refer to the “Exchanging the wire rope” section of the “ABUControl” product manual to complete the rope change.
Further steps are then described in this product manual.
Only with ABUS electrics 3 with contactor control or ABULiner
Installing the hoist limit switch
- Move the load hooks to the position you noted previously.
ShaftBearing flange

- Open the housing cover of the hoist limit switch enclosure on the cable drum.
- Rotate the shaft of the gear limit switch so that it matches the elongated hole in the bearing flange of the cable drum.
Plastic screws B6, 3x25

- Insert the gear limit switch with the shaft in the elongated hole on the bearing flange and guide it onto the two pins.
- Screw the gear limit switch tight with the plastic screws B6, 3x25. 3 Nm.
Connecting the hoist limit switch
- Plug in the connector of the connection cable on the cam switch PCB.
- Close the housing cover.
If the switching points have moved:
Normally, the adjustment of the hoist limit switch after replacing the wire rope can in many cases be omitted, since the position of the load hook was previously measured and then travelled to again. In special cases (e.g. if the wire rope is severely damaged or has been incorrectly rolled onto the cable drum), the switching points may need to be readjusted.
- Reset switching points for the bottom hoist limiter, the top hoist limiter and the backup limiter.
With ABUS electrics 3 with contactor control: see product manual “ABUS gear limit switch”.
With ABUS electrics 3 with ABULiner: see product manual “Frequency converter control of the lifting speed for ABUS electrics 3”.
Checking the rope wedge protrusion

- Referring to the following table, suspend the load from the load hooks, raise it and load the wire rope this way.
Size |
Reeving 2/1 |
Reeving 4/1 |
|---|---|---|
GM 5000 |
4000 kg |
8000 kg |
GM 6000 |
6300 kg |
12500 kg |
GM 7000 |
8000 kg |
16000 kg |
The details provided in the table are guide values, which should be observed with a tolerance of ±20 %.
Observe the maximum load capacity of the wire rope hoist and do not exceed it!
- Measure the rope wedge protrusion and check whether the dimensions specified in the table have been complied with.
Size |
Maximum rope wedge protrusion |
Minimum rope wedge protrusion |
|---|---|---|
GM 5000 |
22 mm |
19 mm |
GM 6000 |
31 mm |
28 mm |
GM 7000 |
29 mm |
26 mm |
Exchanging the fixed point crosshead with rope socket and rope wedge
If the fixed point crosshead, the rope socket or the rope wedge are damaged, they must be replaced.
Disassembling the fixed point crosshead
Fixed point crossheadBolt

- Release the rib screws on the cover.
- Take the cover off the bolt.
Fixed point crossheadSide panel

- Pull the bolt out of the fixed point crosshead and the side panels.
- Pull the fixed point crosshead out of the trolley frame.
Disassembling the rope socket
MountFixed point crosshead

- Release the rib screw M6x20 on the mount.
- Pull the mount off the measurement bolt.
Fixed point crossheadMeasurement bolt

- Pull the measurement bolt out of the fixed point crosshead and the rope socket.
- Pull the rope socket with the rope wedge and wire rope out of the fixed point crosshead.
Removing the rope wedge
Rope socket

- Release the rib nuts on the dead end rope grip.
- Pull the dead end rope grip from the end of the wire rope.
Rope wedge

- Pull the rope wedge with wire rope out of the rope socket.
Installing the rope wedge
Rope wedge

- Lay the end of the wire rope around the rope wedge.
The wire rope must lie level in the groove of the rope wedge!
- Push the rope wedge with wire rope into the rope socket and pull it to the end of the wire rope with a jolting tug.
- The rope wedge slips into the rope socket and clamps the wire rope.
Rope socket

- Push the dead end rope grip onto the end of the wire rope.
The dead end rope grip must be mounted, depending on the size and rope thickness, with the dimension from the following table, under the rope socket:
Size |
Rope thickness |
Distance from rope socket approx. |
|---|---|---|
GM 5000 |
14 mm |
14 mm to 28 mm |
GM 6000 |
16.2 mm |
16 mm to 32 mm |
GM 7000 |
20.2 mm |
20 mm to 40 mm |
- Screw in rib nuts of the dead end rope grip.
Size |
Nut |
Tightening torque |
|---|---|---|
GM 5000 |
M12 |
49 Nm |
GM 6000 |
M12 |
49 Nm |
GM 7000 |
M16 |
107 Nm |

- Lubricate the rope socket.
Lubricant: “High temperature paste PBC 1574”. For details, see “Lubricants”.
Do not lubricate the measurement bolt / collar bolt or the fixed point crosshead. No lubricant should contact the fixed point crosshead.
Installing the rope socket
Fixed point crossheadMeasurement bolt

- Push the rope socket with rope wedge and wire rope into the fixed point crosshead.
Note the marking on the fixed point crosshead.
- Push the measurement bolt through the fixed point crosshead and the rope socket.
The arrow on the measurement bolt must point downward!
MountFixed point crosshead

- Check the mount for deformations.
If the mount is deformed, it must be replaced.
- Slide the mount onto the measurement bolt.
The mount must allow itself to be inserted into the groove of the measurement bolt without tension.
The measurement bolt should not have any pretension!
- Screw on the mount with the rib screw M6x20. 19 Nm.
Installing the fixed point crosshead
Fixed point crossheadSide panel

- Push the fixed point crosshead between the side panels on the trolley frame.
- Push the bolt through the side panels and the fixed point crosshead.
Fixed point crossheadBolt

- Screw the cover tight with rib screws (2x) on the bolt.
Size |
Rib screw |
Tightening torque |
|---|---|---|
GM 5000 |
M6x12 |
19 Nm |
GM 6000 |
M6x12 |
19 Nm |
GM 7000 |
M8x16 |
42 Nm |
- Referring to the following table, suspend the load from the load hooks, raise it and load the wire rope this way.
Size |
Reeving 2/1 |
Reeving 4/1 |
|---|---|---|
GM 5000 |
4000 kg |
8000 kg |
GM 6000 |
6300 kg |
12500 kg |
GM 7000 |
8000 kg |
16000 kg |
The details provided in the table are guide values, which should be observed with a tolerance of ±20 %.
Note
Observe the maximum load capacity of the wire rope hoist and do not exceed it!
Checking the rope wedge protrusion

- Measure the rope wedge protrusion and check whether the dimensions specified in the table have been complied with.
Size |
Maximum rope wedge protrusion |
Minimum rope wedge protrusion |
|---|---|---|
GM 5000 |
22 mm |
19 mm |
GM 6000 |
31 mm |
28 mm |
GM 7000 |
29 mm |
26 mm |
Exchanging the deflection roller crosshead
This section only applies for a wire rope hoist with a reeving of 4/1.
If the deflection roller crosshead or its component parts are damaged, these must be replaced.
Disassembling the deflection roller crosshead
Only with wire rope hoist with hoist drive GM 5000 or GM 6000
SL safety clip

- Pull the SL safety clips from the bolts.
Bolt

- Pull the bolts (2x) out of the deflection roller crosshead.
Deflection roller crosshead

- Lift the deflection roller crosshead from the bearing bushes.
Only with wire rope hoist with hoist drive GM 7000
On both sides:
SL safety clip

- Pull SL safety clip from the bolt.
Safety plateBolt

- Pull the bolt out of the safety plate and the side panel.
Side panel

- Pull out the safety plate.
Side panel

- Lift the deflection roller crosshead out of the side panels.
Disassembling the deflection roller
Only with wire rope hoist with hoist drive GM 5000 or GM 6000
Deflection roller crossheadCover

- Release the rib screws (2x) on the cover.
- Take the cover off the deflection roller crosshead.
BoltDeflection roller crosshead

- Pull the bolt out of the deflection roller crosshead and deflection roller.
- Pull the deflection roller out of the deflection roller crosshead.
Only with wire rope hoist with hoist drive GM 7000
Rib screw

- Release the rib screws (2x) on the cover.
- Take the cover off the deflection roller crosshead.
Deflection roller crossheadBolt

- Pull the bolt out of the deflection roller crosshead and deflection roller.
- Pull the deflection roller out of the deflection roller crosshead.
Assembling the deflection roller
Only with wire rope hoist with hoist drive GM 5000 or GM 6000
BoltDeflection roller crosshead

- Push the deflection roller into the deflection roller crosshead.
- Push the bolt through the deflection roller crosshead and deflection roller.
Deflection roller crossheadCover

- Screw on the cover from the other side at the bolt with rib screws (2x).
Size |
Rib screw |
Tightening torque |
|---|---|---|
GM5000 |
M10x20 |
75 Nm |
GM6000 |
M10x20 |
75 Nm |
Only with wire rope hoist with hoist drive GM 7000
Deflection roller crossheadBolt

- Push the deflection roller into the deflection roller crosshead.
- Lubricate the bolt and push it through the deflection roller crosshead and deflection roller.
Lubricant: “High temperature paste PBC 1574”. For details, see “Lubricants” “Lubricants”.
Rib screw

- Screw the cover tight with the rib screws M10x20 on the bolt. 75 Nm.
Mounting the deflection roller crosshead
Only with wire rope hoist with hoist drive GM 5000 or GM 6000
Deflection roller crosshead

- Mount the deflection roller crosshead on the bearing bushes.
When doing this, ensure that the deflection roller points in the direction of the hoist drive.
Bolt

- Push the bolts (2x) into the deflection roller crosshead.
SL safety clip

- Push the SL safety clips (2x) onto the bolts.
Only with wire rope hoist with hoist drive GM 7000
BoltDeflection roller crosshead

- Lubricate the bearing surface of the side panel.
Lubricant: “OKS 511 bonded coating”. For details, see “Lubricants”.
- Let the bonded coating dry for 30 minutes!
- Lubricate the side panel bearing surface again.
Lubricant: “High temperature paste PBC 1574”. For details, see “Lubricants”.
Side panel

- Lift the deflection roller crosshead into the side panels.
You must be able to move the deflection roller crosshead back and forth by hand.
On both sides:
Side panel

- Push the safety plate into the side panel.
Safety plateBolt

- Push the bolt through the safety plate and the side panel.
SL safety clip

- Push the SL safety clip onto the bolts.
Disassembling the wheel
If the wheel is damaged or worn, it must be replaced by a new wheel.
Preparing the wire rope hoist
- Comply with occupational health and safety requirements.
- Relieve the load of the end carriage on the wire rope hoist near the wheel from below.
Removing the drive
Connector housing

- Open the connector housing to the drive.
- Disconnect the connection cable from the coupler plug.
- Determine the weight of the drive. See the ABUS Drive product manual.
- Secure the drive so that the weight can be held safely and the output shaft will not be subject to load (e.g. insert in round sling).
Rib screwDrive

- Unscrew the rib screws (4x) from the drive on the side panel.
Side panelDrive

- Pull the drive out of the side panel.
Removing the side panel
Side panel

- Release the rib screws M10x30 (2x) on the cover of the side panel.
- Pull the cover and rib screws from the side panel.

- Pull the side panel from the bearing bolt in the end carriage.
Removing the wheel
CirclipWheel

- Lay the side panel on an even surface with wheels facing upward.
- Remove the circlips (2x) from the inner wheels (2x) using pliers.
Bolt

- Remove the wheels (2x) from the bolts with a suitable tool.
Installing the wheel
If the wheel is damaged or worn, it must be replaced by a new wheel.
Fitting the wheel
Bolt

- Hammer the wheels (2x) onto the bolt.
CirclipWheel

- Insert circlips (2x) into the inner wheels using pliers.
Fitting the side panel

- Lubricate bearing bolt.
Lubricant: “High temperature paste PBC 1574 SF”. For details, see “Lubricants”.
- Push the side panel onto the bolt in the end carriage.
Side panel

- Bolt the cover onto the side panel with the rib screws M10x30 (2x). 75 Nm.
Installing the drive
- Determine the weight of the drive. See the ABUS Drive product manual.
- Secure the drive so that the weight can be held safely and the output shaft will not be subject to load (e.g. insert in round sling).
Side panelDrive

- Lubricate the gearing on the output shaft.
Lubricant from Fuchs Lubritech “High temperature paste PBC 1574”. For details, see the ABUS Drive product manual.
Side panelDrive

- Push the drive into the wheel.
- Bolt on the drive with the rib screws M10x30 (4x). 75 Nm.
Connecting the drive
Only with contactor control
Pin multipoint connector on the drivePin multipoint connector on the drive

- Insert the connection cable for the drive in the pin multipoint connector on the drive.
- Insert the rectifier for the brake in the pin multipoint connector on the drive.
- Lay the plug-in connections and connection cable in the connector housing.
Only for frequency converter
Pin multipoint connector on the drivePin multipoint connector on the drive

- Insert the bush multipoint connector for the drive on the pin multipoint connector on the drive.
- Insert the bush multipoint connector for the brake on the pin multipoint connector on the drive.
Plug-in connectionCable bushing

- Push the front end of the connection cable (where the sheathing around the shield has been removed) into the screening clamp connection.
- Fasten the connection cable to the screening clamp connection using cable ties.
- Lay the plug-in connections and connection cable in the connector housing.
- Close the connector housing.
Checking the wire rope hoist
- Set the wire rope hoist down again.
- Put the wire rope hoist into operation.
- Check the function of the wheel.
Replacing the safety buffer
If the safety buffer is damaged, it must be replaced.
On both sides:

- Unscrew the safety buffer.

- Screw safety buffers into the buffer plates. Approx. 30 Nm.
The safety buffer must be in contact with the buffer plate and there must be no gap between them, otherwise the impact will be absorbed by the screw and not by the safety buffer.
Replacing the cross-type limit switch
If the cross-type limit switch is damaged, it must be replaced. The plug-in connection allows you to carry out the replacement without any wiring work.
Coupling

- Unscrew and remove the screws (2x) on the cover.
- Remove the cover.
- Disconnect the coupling of the connecting cable from the circuit board.
The cable fitting on the cover does not need to be unscrewed. The existing cover can be fitted with the attached connection cable to a new cross-type limit switch.
- Insert the coupling onto the new cross-type limit switch.
- Close the cover.
- Tighten screws (2x). 3 Nm.
Wiring diagram of the cross-type limit switch

- The contact numbering shown on the wiring diagram starts on the left ascending from 1.
- The designation of the microswitches starts on the left of the installation position with S1.
Position arrow |
Switch position |
S1 closed |
S1 open |
S2 closed |
S2 open |
S3 closed |
S3 open |
S4 closed |
S4 open |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0 |
0° |
3.4 |
5.6 |
7.8 |
9.10 |
||||
1 |
90° |
3.4 |
5.6 |
7.11 |
9.10 |
||||
2 |
180° |
3.4 |
5.6 |
7.11 |
9.12 |
||||
3 |
270° |
3.1 |
5.6 |
7.8 |
9.12 |
||||
4 |
360° |
3.1 |
5.2 |
7.8 |
9.10 |
||||
5 |
450° |
3.4 |
5.2 |
7.8 |
9.10 |
||||
0 |
540° |
3.4 |
5.6 |
7.8 |
9.10 |
Lubricants
Cable drum in the edge areas

On-site lubrication with “Molykote PG-75”, ABUS item number 5168.
Lubrication ex works with “Molykote PG-75”, ABUS item number 411.
Lubricate the wire rope during:
- Wire rope change
- Cable guide change
- Regular inspection
- General overhaul
For details, see “Cleaning and lubricating the cable drum”.
Wire rope and cable drum in the centre

On-site lubrication with “Chainlife S”, ABUS item number 2717
Lubrication ex works with “Chainlife S”, ABUS item number 2718.
Alternatives:
- Castrol “Viscogen KL 23”
- Klüber “Grafloscon CA 901 Ultra Spray”
- Optimol “KL 23”
- Shell “Malleus GL 95”
Lubricate the wire rope during:
- Wire rope change
- Regular inspection
- General overhaul
For details, see “Cleaning and lubricating the cable drum”.
Rope guide runner on the cable guide

On-site lubrication with “Molykote PG-75”, ABUS item number 5168.
Lubrication ex works with “Molykote PG-75”, ABUS item number 411.
Lubricate the rope guide runner during:
- Wire rope change
- Cable guide change
- Regular inspection
- General overhaul
For details, see “Replacing the wire rope”.
Load hook crosshead on the bottom block

On-site lubrication with “High temperature paste PBC 1574”, ABUS item number 6758.
Lubrication ex works with “High-Lub LT1 EP”, ABUS item number 317880.
Lubricate the load hook crosshead during:
- Assembly and disassembly
- General overhaul
Deep groove ball thrust bearing on the load hook

On-site lubrication with “Molykote PG-75”, ABUS item number 5168.
Lubrication ex works with “High-Lub LT1 EP”, ABUS item number 317880.
Lubricate the deep groove ball thrust bearing during:
- Assembly and disassembly
- General overhaul
Rope socket

On-site lubrication with “High temperature paste PBC 1574”, ABUS item number 6758.
Lubrication ex works with “High-Lub LT1 EP”, ABUS item number 317880.
Lubricate the rope socket during:
- Wire rope change
- Regular inspection
- General overhaul
For details, see “Exchanging the fixed point crosshead with rope socket and rope wedge”.
Cable guide

On-site lubrication with “Molykote PG-75”, ABUS item number 5168.
Lubrication ex works with “Molykote PG-75”, ABUS item number 411.
Lubricate the cable guide in case of:
- Wire rope change
- Cable guide change
- Regular inspection, at least once annually
- General overhaul
For details, see “Preparing the cable guide”.
Bolt in deflection roller

On-site lubrication with “High temperature paste PBC 1574”, ABUS item number 6758.
Lubrication ex works with “High-Lub LT1 EP”, ABUS item number 317880.
Lubricate bolt for:
- Assembly or disassembly of the deflection roller
- General overhaul
For details, see “Exchanging the deflection roller crosshead”.
Bearing bush (on collar bolt) on the deflection roller crosshead and on the fixed point crosshead

On-site lubrication with “High temperature paste PBC 1574”, ABUS item number 6758.
Lubrication ex works with “High-Lub LT1 EP”, ABUS item number 317880.
Lubricate bearing bush (on collar bolt) during:
- Assembly and disassembly of the deflection roller crosshead or fixed point crosshead
- General overhaul
For details, see “Exchanging the fixed point crosshead with rope socket and rope wedge” or “Exchanging the deflection roller crosshead”.
Only with wire rope hoist with hoist drive GM 7000
Deflection roller crosshead

On-site lubrication with “High temperature paste PBC 1574”, ABUS item number 6758.
Lubrication ex works with “OKS 511 bonded coating”, item number 18930 and “High-Lub LT1 EP”, ABUS item number 317880.
Lubricate the contact surfaces of the deflection roller crosshead for:
- Assembling and disassembling the deflection roller crosshead
- General overhaul
For details, see “Exchanging the deflection roller crosshead”.
Self-aligning roller bearing on the cable drum

On-site lubrication with “High-Lub LT1 EP”, ABUS item number 317880.
Lubrication ex works with “High-Lub LT1 EP”, ABUS item number 317880.
Lubricate the self-aligning roller bearing during:
- Assembling and disassembling the self-aligning roller bearing
- General overhaul
Bolts on the side panels

On-site lubrication with “High temperature paste PBC 1574”, ABUS item number 6758.
Lubrication ex works with multi-purpose grease “High-Lub LT1 EP”, item number 317880.
Lubricate the bolts on the side panels for:
- Assembly and disassembly of the side panels
- General overhaul
For details, see “Installing the wheel”.
Overview of tightening torques
End clamp

Size |
Fillister-head screw |
Number |
Tightening torque |
|---|---|---|---|
GM 5000 |
M16x35 |
3 |
210 Nm |
GM 6000 |
M16x35 |
3 |
210 Nm |
GM 7000 |
M20x40 |
3 |
425 Nm |
Rope guide runner

Size |
Screw |
Tightening torque |
|---|---|---|
GM 5000 |
Self-tapping screw M6x16 |
5 Nm |
GM 6000 |
Self-tapping screw M6x16 |
5 Nm |
GM 7000 |
Self-tapping screw M6x16 |
5 Nm |
Dead end rope grip

Size |
Rib nut |
Tightening torque |
|---|---|---|
GM 5000 |
M14 |
49 Nm |
GM 6000 |
M14 |
49 Nm |
GM 7000 |
M16 |
107 Nm |
Lift-off prevention device

- Hexagon head screw M16x60 with washers and nuts
- Tightening torque: 250 Nm.
ABUS Service
Only in Germany
- If available, have the product number, serial number and customer number handy.
- Call the ABUS Service Centre:
- Phone: +49-2261-37-237
- If calling outside the usual business hours, leave a message on the answering machine.
- ABUS Service will return your call promptly.
- If necessary, send a description of the problem by fax or e-mail:
- Fax: +49-2261-37-265
- E-mail: service@abus-kransysteme.de
Only outside Germany
- Call the local ABUS branch or crane service partner.
Your local ABUS branch or crane service partner will provide details of contact data, contacts and availability.