Inspecting the cable guide

 

The pictures show the procedure on a GM 1000 modular wire rope hoist. The procedure on GM 800 does not differ significantly from this.

 

Removing the cover

Cable guide

 

*   Pull off the cover.

●   This provides access to the cable drum and cable guide.

 

 

Inspecting the cable guide

Cable guide

 

*   Inspect the cable guide. The plastic parts must not be cracked, be deformed or have scratched areas caused by the wire rope.

*   If the cable guide is damaged: Replace the cable guide. See Replacing the wire rope, cable guide, rope socket and rope wedge.

*   Re-attach the cover.