MAINTENANCE, LUBRICATION AND
ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS
JL 601
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10.2. ADJUSTING THE ROLLER
CHAIN TIGHTNESS
Roller chains tightness adjustment is carried
out by moving the chain tightener. See fig. 33.
1. Loosen the two bolts holding the chain
tightener (11/16” or 17mm wrench).
2. Adjust the chain tightness by moving the
chain tightener towards or away from
center.
3. Tighten the nuts.
4. Check that the chain tightener runs on the
rollers.
NOTE! Do not over tighten the chain.
Tighten
Loosen
Fig. 33. Tightening the roller chain.
10.3. ADJUSTING THE DRUM BRAKE
Adjust the drum brake so that it slows down
the drum slightly while pulling out the rope.
This will reduce risk of tangling and backlash.
D
To increase the braking effect tighten the
adjustment bolt. See fig 34. To decrease
the braking effect loosen the adjustment
bolt.
Friction piece
Drum brake adjustment bolt
Lock nut
Fig. 34. Drum brake adjustment.
10.4. REMOVING THE WINCH
MECHANISM
The whole winch mechanism can be removed
in one piece from the frame. To remove the
winch mechanism from the winch (e.g. in order
to change the roller chain) follow the
instructions below:
1. Park the winch on a level, stable ground
so that it leans a little backwards.
2. Remove the cable.
3. Remove the fastening bolts (fig. 35 pos.
B
)
beside the drive shaft. Socket size 24mm
(
15
/
16
”).
4. Remove the two bolts (fig. 35 pos.
A
) at
the upper edge of the cover plate. Socket
size 24mm (
15
/
16
”).
5. Remove the drum axle nut (fig. 35 pos.
C
)
and the washer. Socket size 36mm
(1
7
/
16
”)
6. Pull out the winch mechanism.
Weight 243 lbs (110 kg).
A
B
C
Fig. 35. Removing the winch mechanism.
