Vanguard Gold Series User manual

VCHP – “Gold” Series Chain Hoist Manual – 010708
Operators Manual
VCH Manual
Chain Hoists
1/2 Ton to 10 Ton
Read this manual BEFORE
using this product
This manual should be available to all persons
responsible for the operation, installation,
maintenance and/or repair of these products
Record the following information for future reference
Serial Number
Model Number
Capacity and Lift
Date of Purchase
Name of Distributor
Canadian Distribution Centre Locations
Quebec
Ontari
o
Manitoba
Alberta
British Columbia
2205 de l’Aviation
Dorval, Québec
H9P 2X6
Ph: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
2160 Meadowpine Blvd.
Mississauga, Ontario
L5N 6H6
Ph: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
190 Omands Creek Blvd.
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R2R 1V7
Ph: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
7606 McIntyre Rd. N.W.
Edmonton, Alberta
T6E 6Z1
Ph: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
7880 Fraser Park Dr.
Burnaby, British Columbia
V5J 5L8
Ph: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
For orders/service in the United States please contact our Ontario distribution centre to find
the distributor nearest to you.

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Table of Content
Warranty
2
Inspection and Maintenance of Manual Chain Hoists
2
Operation Instructions
3
Rules to Ensure Operator Safe
ty
3
Parts Break Down (1/2T to
10
T Bodies, 1/2T to 2T Hook Assemblies)
4
Parts Break Down
(3T to 10
T Hook Assemblies)
5
Trouble Shooting
6
In Service Inspection and Maintenance
7
Lubrication
7
Component Replacement Procedures
7
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8
Hoist Disposal
9
Hoist Inspection Journal
9
Limited One Year Warranty
All Vanguard manual hoists are guaranteed to be free of defect in both material and workmanship. If
one of our hoists fails during the first year of operation due to defect in either material or workmanship
we will repair or replace the unit (at our discretion) after physical inspection of the unit by our repair
department.
This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear of the units, and it does not apply to units that
show signs of misuse, overloading, alteration or improper/lack of maintenance.
No units can be returned for inspection without first receiving authorization from our customer service
department. The unit(s) for which there is a warranty claim must be returned to the location that has
authorized the units return prepaid complete with proof of purchase.
For our branch locations please refer to the front cover.
Inspection and Maintenance of Manual Chain Hoists
It is the responsibility of the hoist owner/user to establish proper programs to train and designated
hoist operators and train and designate hoist inspection and maintenance personnel.
The hoist operator, inspector and maintenance personnel’s training program should be based on the
requirements in accordance with the latest edition of:
♦ ASME B30.16, Safety Standard for Overhead Hoists (Underhung).
Please ensure to check for any additional federal/provincial/state/local code requirements, existing
plant/site safety rules and regulations, and all instructions provided in this manual.

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Operation Instructions
BEFORE
using a manual hoist ALWAYS
inspect the top and bottom hooks for signs of wear,
reshaping and/or damage. Inspect the load chain for any signs of wear, distortion, bending, stretching
or corrosion.
Test the brake device by raising the load slightly and stopping to ensure that the brake will hold the
load BEFORE proceeding with operation. Always ensure that the block and chain are properly
lubricated.
Rules to Ensure Operator Safety
“U
se
C
ommon
S
ense
”
♦
ALWAYS
read the warning tags and manual
BEFORE
using a hoist
♦
NEVER
remove or obscure the warning tags
♦
NEVER
exceed the rated capacity
♦
NEVER
use hoists as a sling
♦
NEVER
use a hoist if the load chain
is twisted, kinked, damaged,
stretched
or c
apsized
♦
NEVER
operate unless load is centered under hoist
♦
NEVER
operate hoists with other than manual power
♦
NEVER
lift or transport loads over or near people
♦
NEVER
use a hoist for lifting, supporting or transporting people
♦
NEVER
operate a ho
ist if damaged or malfunctioning
♦
ALWAYS
ensure that the work area is clear/free
of people and any obstructions
♦
ALWAYS
ensure that the hoist meets/exceeds the capacity requirements for the material being
lifted
♦
ALWAYS
ensure that the top hook is at
tached in a proper manner
(the latch kit should always be
fully engaged), to an anchorage point that is rated for the weight of the material being lifted
♦
ALWAYS
ensure that the bottom hook is properly attached
(the latch kit should always be fully
engaged) to the material/clamp being lifted
♦
ALWAYS
make sure that the hoist is properly lubricated. Fail
ure to ensure that the hoist is
properly lubricated may result in the units failure during use which may cause injury, death or
substantial property damage
When lifting
begin by
slowly
pulling the hand chain in the
“U”
up direction
When lowering
begin by
slowly pulling the hand chain in the
“D”
down direction,
this operation may require additional effort/force to release the friction
between the brake components

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Load Chain Inspection
Load chain can become excessively worn, elongated and/or damaged beyond safe working condition.
A visual inspection of the load chain should be performed BEFORE each use of the hoist. The full
length of load chain must be replaced immediately if even one link is excessively worn, elongated or
damaged.
Chain
Diameter
Capacity
Load Chain
5
Links
(L)
Load Chai
n Diameter (D)
Standard Maximum Standard Maximum
6 mm 1/2t 500Kg 90mm 92.5mm 6mm 5.4mm
1t 1,000Kgs
8 mm
1-1/2t 1,500Kgs
120mm 123.3mm 8mm 7.2mm 2 2,000 Kgs
3t 3,000Kgs
10 mm 5t 5,000Kgs 150mm 154mm 10mm 9mm
10t 10,000Kgs
When measuring load chain dimensions, the use of Vernier calipers is required. Any load chain that
exceeds the maximum load chain 5 links dimensions, or less than the minimum load chain diameter
shown above must be immediately replaced with new load chain BEFORE being used/returned to
service.
Hook Inspection
When top and bottom hooks are overloaded they will stretch/open before failing. To prevent unit
failure, a visual inspection of both the top and bottom hooks should be performed BEFORE each use
of the hoist.
This inspection should involve checking for wear, reshaping, damage, corrosion, and hook stretch.
Any hook that is not in safe working order must be disposed of immediately and replaced with a new
hook.
Hook
Capacity
Standard
A Size (mm)
Maximum
A Size
(mm)
1/2t 500Kg 21 23.1
1t 1,000Kgs 26 28.6
1-1/2t 1,500Kgs 30 33
2 2,000 Kgs 30 33
3t 3,000Kgs 38 41.8
5t 5,000Kgs 44 48.4
10t 10,000Kgs 50 55
When measuring hook openings the use of Vernier
calipers is required Any
hook that exceeds the maximum A size shown above must be immediately
replaced with a new hook BEFORE being used/returned to service.
Hoists should always be recertified before being used after repair or alteration

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1
Hand Wheel Cover Assembly
19
Side Plate (right)
2
Load C
hain Pin
20
Load Chain Guide Roller
3
Load Chain End Anchor
21
Bearing Assembly
4
Bottom Hook Assembly Chain Pin
22
Load Sheave
5
Grade 80 Load Chain
23
Top Hook Assembly
6
Stripper
24
Double Spring
7
Bottom Hook Assembly
25
Pawl
8
Latch Kit
26
Spring Ring
9
Bearing Race
27
Ratchet Disc
10
Side Plate (Left)
28
Friction Disc
(Asbestos Free)
11
Stay
29
Brake Cover
12
Brake Seat
30
Hand Wheel
13
Top Hook Pin
31
Cotter Pin
14
Hand Chain
32
Hand Wheel Cover Assembly
15
Disk Gear
49
Castle Nut
16
Drive Shaft
17
Splined/Load Gear
18
Steel Bushing
*
For maximum performance/service life
RBL
replacement bearings are recommended
1/2T to 10T Parts Breakdown
Including 1/2T to 3T Bottom Hooks Assemblies

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3T & 5T Top & Bottom Hook Assembly 10T Top & Bottom Hook Assembly
4
Chai
n Pin
8
Latch *
8
Latch *
33
Hook
33
Hook
34
Latch Spring *
34
Latch Spring *
35
Latch Bolt *
35
Latch Bolt *
36
Top Hook Frame
36
Top Hook Frame
37
Move Wheel
37
Move Wheel
38
Move Wheel Pin
38
Move Wheel Pin
40
Row
39
Bottom Hook Frame
4
1
Hook Frame Bar
45
Screw
42
Lock Screw
43
Top Hook Pin
44
Bunton
45
Screw
46
Stripper
47
Sling Plate
48
Bottom Hook Pin
*
Latch Kits are sold as complete units
**
Top and Bottom Hook Assemblies are sold as complete un
its

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Trouble Shooting
This section covers common problems that maybe encountered when operating a hoist. The best
means of identifying any problem is by thorough inspection by properly trained personnel. The
information shown below provides a brief guide to determine possible solutions to common problems
operators may encounter.
Problem Encountered
Possible Cause
Recommendation
Hoist will not operate Hoist is overloaded Reduce load to/below the rated
capacity of hoist
Load continues to move when
hoist is stopped
Hoist is overloaded Reduce load to/below the rated
capacity of hoist
Brake is slipping/failing Inspect brake adjustments and
friction disc wear. Also make
sure that the brakes are clean
Load chain binds Possible damage to load
chain, pinion shaft, gears or
sheaves
Disassemble hoist, inspect
and repair/replace required
component(s)
Load chain may not be
properly installed, twisted,
kinked or capsized
Remove and re-install load
chain
Hand Chain Binds Possible damage to hand chain,
hand chain wheel, pinion shaft,
gears, load chain or sheaves
Disassemble hoist, inspect and
repair/replace required
component(s)
Hand chain may not be properly
installed twisted or kinked
Remove and re-install hand
chain
Latches don’t work
properly
Broken Latch Remove and replace latch kit
Hook bent or twisted Inspect load hook and replace if
necessary

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In Service Inspection and Maintenance
This should be performed b
y a competent/properly trained person
♦
NEVER
perform maintenance on any hoist while it is supporting a load
.
♦ When repairing or inspecting a hoist you should never disassemble the unit past the point of
the required repair.
♦ Clean the chain block annually, by purging the parts in an acid free solvent and reapplying a
new coating of lubricant to the parts before reinstallation.
♦ Align the “O” marks on disc gears when reinstalling.
♦ Stick the rollers of both the left and right bearings to the inner face of the bearings on the chain
sprocket shaft journal. Then insert them into the outer face of the bearings on the side plates.
♦ After cleaning and making any necessary repairs, the hoist should be recertified by a
competent person/company.
♦ After use, clean the chain block from dirt and keep it in a dry place, free from rust or corrosion.
Hoist should be recertified annually even if no repairs or alterations are performed
Lubrication
ALWAYS
make sure that the hoist is properly lubricated.
Failure to ensure
proper lu
brication
may
result in the unit’s failure during use which may cause injury, death or substantial property
damage.
Remove old lubricants using acid free solvents and apply new coating of lubricants to parts before
reinstallation. Ensure to perform this process on the internal gears and load chains. In the case of the
load chain a new layer of lubricant should be added to each link on a weekly basis. During this
process the load chain should be thoroughly inspected for any signs of wear, distortion, bending,
stretching or corrosion.
We also recommend that the hoists threaded shafts, cap screws and nuts be cleaned and an
anti-seizing compound be applied to these parts as part of your normal lubrication process.
Component Replacements
Please note that if upon inspection any components require replacement due to signs of wear,
reshaping and/or damage, all load supporting components of the hoist should also be carefully
inspected for possible damage.
Hoists should always be recertified before being used after repair or alteration.

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Replacing Load Chain
Never Add Sections of Load Chain ALWAYS replace the entire chain
1)
Rotate hand chain wheel (2) until the narrow grooves of the load chain sprocket are visible
2)
Feed a piece of flexible wire over the load chain sheave (10) and attach it to the open end of
the replacement load chain
3)
Pull the chain into the load chain sheave (10), making sure that the welds face outwards
4)
Rotate the hand chain wheel (2) in the up “U” direction (drawing the load chain through the
sheave); do not release the wire until the chain is exposed from the opposite side of the hoist
body
5
)
Insert the free end of the load chain (having removed the flexible wire) into the end anchor (17)
ensuring that the pin for end anchor (73) is inserted completely through the load chain
6
)
Then re-insert the split pin (72) into the load pin making sure to fold ends open the split pin
ends, preventing the load pin from being able to be worked loose
7
)
Attach the bottom hook to the open end (see below)
Attaching/Replacing Bottom Hooks (1/2T to 3T single fall hooks)
When replacing hooks or latches
only use NEW parts. NEVER
attempt to repair
damaged components as their reliability/safety will be compromised
1)
Insert the open end of the load chain into the hook slot located at the top of the bottom hook
assembly (making sure that the chain is not twisted)
2)
Insert bottom hook assembly chain pin (33), ensuring that the pin is inserted completely
through the bottom hook assembly and the load chain
3)
Tighten the nylon lock nut (74) until properly secured
Attaching/Replacing Bottom Hooks (5T double fall hooks)
1)
Remove the split pin (72) from the end anchor (17) this will allow you to slide out the pin for
end anchor (73)
2)
Then feed a piece of flexible wire into the load chain opening located at the top of the hook
assembly, under the idle sheave assembly (36) and out through the remaining opening at the
top of the hook assembly
3)
Attach the wire to the load chain and pull it through the top hook assembly, making sure that
the welds face out
4)
Insert the free end of the load chain (having removed the flexible wire) into the end anchor (17)
ensuring that the pin for end anchor (73) is inserted completely through the load chain
5)
Then re-insert the split pin (72) into the load pin making sure to fold open the split pin
ends, preventing the load pin from being able to be worked loose
Hoists should always be recertified before being used after repair or alteration

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Hoist Disposal
We recommend that any/all hoists that service life has expired be fully disassembled and
degreased. The components should also be separated by material so they can be recycled.
Hoist Inspection Journal
Date of
Inspection
Inspected
/
Repaired By
Full Details of Inspection
Including Required/Completed Repairs