OX Block Instructions and Warnings (Rev. 5/22/18)
PN 230325
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BUCKINGHAM MFG.
OX BLOCK
TM
Instructions and Warnings
OVERVIEW
The Buckingham OX BLOCK is a rope snatch block with an integrated
friction bar used for lowering loads, snubbing loads, and raising loads.
It allows the rigging professional to handle loads with greater control.
When lowering loads, tension is transferred from the worker to the
OX BLOCK. The OX BLOCK replaces standard handline blocks, parted
blocks, and various snatch blocks. The OX BLOCK also has greater
Working Load Limits than blocks of similar size.
Patented
ATTACHMENT METHODS
The Buckingham OX BLOCK is supplied as an independent unit
with either a Swivel Eye (PN 50061), a Shackle Top (PN 50062), is
available with permanently attached slings (Swivel Eye models) or removable slings (Shackle Top models) {See last page of this
document for sling / hardware removal and installation instructions}. The section below outlines some of the basic configurations
to attach the OX BLOCK. All of the configurations shown below can be made with either model. PN 50062AC-Length (Shackle Top
model) with attached sling and hook is shown below for reference. The supplied slings have a WLL of 2500 lbs. when rigged as
shown. Warnings: OX BLOCK with Shackle Top (PN 50062) when supplied as an independent unit (without sling and or hardware)
are assembled with the Nyloc Nut being loosely threaded on the Shoulder Bolt. Therefore before use, ensure the Nyloc Nut is
completely tightened so that it bottoms out against the shoulder of the bolt.
PN 50062AC-Length
Choked Configuration:
Basket Hitch Configuration:
Double Basket Hitch
Basket Hitch Over Cross Arm:
Configuration:
1.
Pass loop end around
1.
Pass loop end over cross arm.
pole twice.
2.
Connect carabiner from OX
2.
Connect carabiner from
BLOCK swivel to loop.
OX BLOCK swivel to loop
3.
Pull on tail to shorten sling
(with gate facing outward).
and raise OX BLOCK to
3.
Pull on tail to tighten sling
desired height.
around pole.
4.
Smooth out adjuster.
4.
Smooth out adjuster.
1.
Pass loop end
around pole.
2.
Then pass
block through
loop.
3.
Pull on tail to
tighten sling
around pole.
4.
Smooth out
adjuster.
1.
Pass loop end
around pole.
2.
Connect carabiner
from OX BLOCK
swivel to loop
(with gate facing
outward).
3.
Pull on tail to
tighten sling
around pole.
4.
Smooth out
adjuster.
