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Read this Own er’s Man u al 
thor ough ly be fore op er at ing 
the equip ment. Keep it with 
the equip ment at all times. 
Re place ments are avail able 
from Thern, Inc., PO Box 347, 
Winona, MN 55987,
507-454-2996.
www.thern.com

Owner’s Man ual

For Thern
TSSBW Series Hand Winches

IMPORTANT: Please record 
product information on 
page 2. This information is 
re quired when calling the 
fac to ry for service.

A10191-0309

Summary of Contents for TSSBW Series

Page 1: ...at all times Replacements are available from Thern Inc PO Box 347 Winona MN 55987 507 454 2996 www thern com Owner s Manual For Thern TSSBW Series Hand Winches IMPORTANT Please record product informa...

Page 2: ...NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or all...

Page 3: ...er than manual power Do not exceed the load rating of the winch or any other component in the system To do so could result in failure of the equipment Do not use more than one winch to move a load tha...

Page 4: ...proper fleet angle minimizes wire rope damage by helping the wire rope wind uni formly onto the drum See figure 1 1 1 4 FASTEN THE WINCH securely to the foundation a FOR STANDARD PRODUCTS referred to...

Page 5: ...2 to 1 1 2 degrees center line smooth drum tracks or guide rails load Important Use a sheave or roller guide to direct the wire rope to the drum whenever possible Install sheaves tracks and other equi...

Page 6: ...inch for TSSBW1300 models 1 3 2 ANCHOR THE WIRE ROPE to the drum using the flange clip a PASS THE END OF THE WIRE ROPE through the hole in the flange b INSERT THE CARRIAGE BOLT loop the wire rope arou...

Page 7: ...TING represents the maximum pull that can be placed on new equipment Load ratings are assigned values for specific amounts of load travel or wire rope accumulation The load rating decreases as layers...

Page 8: ...ns for Frequent Inspection b OPERATORS must be in good health alert thoroughly trained in operat ing the equipment and properly clothed hard hat safety shoes and safety glasses no loose clothing c THE...

Page 9: ...E THE LOAD slowly and smoothly only a small distance at first Make sure the load is balanced and securely attached before continuing 2 5 5 OBSERVE THE WIRE ROPE as it winds onto the drum If it becomes...

Page 10: ...increased life occasionally lubricate the winch to help protect it from wear and rust Read the following instructions carefully 3 2 1 CONSULT MANUFACTURER S RECOMMENDATIONS for specific information on...

Page 11: ...eding the load rating Listen for unusual noises and look for signs of damage as you operate the winch Make sure the wire rope winds evenly and tightly onto the drum If it is loose or uneven rewind it...

Page 12: ...ure the load hook or other device is securely attached to the wire rope and the wire rope where it is attached is not frayed corroded bro ken or otherwise damaged Measure the throat opening thickness...

Page 13: ...ires in one lay number per strand or 3 wires in one strand in one lay are broken number per lay diameter reduced see figure 7 replace if diameter is excessively worn diameter end connections corroded...

Page 14: ...ontaminated lubrication clean and relubricate winch dirt in brake or winch gears inspect and clean as necessary broken gears or bearings inspect and replace as necessary rattling noise loose bolts set...

Page 15: ...imate handle force required to lift the rated capacity Important Keep a record of what you ship and when you send it 4 1 Transporting the Winch 4 1 1 PACK THE WINCH using the original packaging materi...

Page 16: ...Thern Incorporated 5712 Industrial Park Road Winona MN 55987 PHN 507 454 2996 FAX 507 454 5282 EMAIL info thern com www thern com...

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