Safety Information Tiger Lifting products have been built in accordance with state of the art and generally accepted engineering standards. Nonetheless, incorrect handling when using the products may cause dangers to life and limb of the user or third parties and/or damage to the hoist or other property.
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Always report any malfunction, unusual performance or damage of lifting equipment to the appropriate person promptly. Always inspect the chain block regularly, replace damaged or worn parts and keep appropriate records of maintenance. Always use genuine Tiger parts when repairing the chain block. Always apply lubricant to the load chain as recommended in this manual.
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Always place it properly on the ground. Never heat treat nor weld any part of the chain block, especially the load chain. www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 4 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
Remember, proper rigging and lifting techniques are the responsibility of the operator. Each Tiger chain block is built in accordance with the specifications contained herein and at the time of manufacture complies with our interpretation of applicable sections of the European standard BS EN 13157:2004+A1:2009, the Australian standard AS1418.2, the American standard ANSI/ASME B30.16, and the South African standard SANS 1594.
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Lubrication of the load chain is recommended before initial hoist operation. See the section on Cross-Hauling (Chapter 4) for any usage of Tiger chain blocks that does not involve working in a direct line of pull.
Continual overloading of the unit must be avoided as the efficiency of the clutch may be impaired. The overload clutch is factory set and should only be adjusted or repaired by a Tiger authorised repairer. If there is any doubt as to the unit’s ability to lift a load then don’t.
Be sure defective chain blocks are tagged and taken out of service until repairs are made. Under no circumstances should you operate a malfunctioning chain block. www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 9 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
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Inspect the hand chain If the unit’s hand chain has been supplied with a Tiger Hand Chain Joiner link, make sure that it has been fitted correctly and is in good working order. See Chapter 6 Chain and Hooks for more information.
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Figures in the table in brackets refer to spare parts – see Chapter 13 for exploded diagrams of the various capacity chain blocks. www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 11 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
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(C-22) Bonding of the friction disks must be secure www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 12 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
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It is very important that the unserviceable parts are destroyed to prevent possible future use as a repair item and are properly disposed of. Note: Only qualified personnel to perform chain block maintenance. www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 13 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
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If the rivets are to be replaced during inspection or maintenance, the dimensions are 2.4mm × 6.0mm and must conform to EN ISO 15983 and the material is stainless steel. These and the joiner links are available as a spare part from Tiger.
Newer models of the TCB are fitted with the patent pending Tiger “EZ check” 3 point marking system. With this system a quick check that the A and B measurements are the same (as shown in the diagram below) will indicate if the hooks have stretched If A≦B the hook is fine;...
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Apply new lubricant over existing layer. Lubricate chain more frequently in a corrosive environment. Corrosion resistant chain is available for Tiger chain blocks as an option on TCB models. A dry film lubricant, e.g. PTFE spray, should be used in environments where abrasives like sand, etc., occur. The service life of the load chain can be increased by careful lubrication to 20 - 30 times, compared with a chain that is not serviced.
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The slack end of the idle fall must always be fitted to the chain end anchorage. Using other than Tiger supplied or approved load chain may cause the chain to jam in the chain block and/or allow the chain to break and the load to drop. Due to the size requirements and physical properties, use only Tiger approved load chain in Tiger TCB or SS12 chain blocks.
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Use a new link to close the loose chain ends by bending it or use a Tiger hand chain joiner link and stainless steel rivets available from your Tiger supplier. For extending the hand chain, two new chain links or Tiger hand chain joiner links are required.
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The pawl is fitted with the dimple facing you. www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 20 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
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For the left gear, place the "0" mark to the top on the vertical centreline as shown. (Figure 2) Figure 2 www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 21 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
! WARNING Use only Tiger supplied replacement parts. Parts may look alike; however Tiger parts are made of specific materials, processed to achieve specific properties or precisely machined to fit only Tiger hoists.
SANS 1594. Chain blocks supplied with slipping clutch overload protection are compliant with the Norwegian Standard NORSOK R-002. All items comply with the essential health and safety requirements of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. Tiger chain blocks are third party verified by SGS Certificate Number MDC 1302. www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com...
Load hook bent or twisted. Inspect load hook as described in Chapter 5 Inspection. Replace if necessary. www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 24 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
The Company will return repaired or replacement products at The Company’s expense, but if it is determined there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of Tiger Lifting’s warranty, then the Customer must bear the cost of storing and retrieving the product.
Tolerance for capacities 10t and above ±1.5mm 0.5t – 2.0t 3.0t twin fall 3.0t single fall 5.0t www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 26 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
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8.0t 10.0t 15.0t www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 27 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
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20.0t 20.0t twin head 30.0t www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 28 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
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Hooks The following table shows the normal measurements for the Tiger hooks and the discard limits. Capacity Collar measurements (mm) Hook thickness at point shown in Hook throat “EZ Check” (Tonnes) diagram (mm) Opening (mm) measurement (mm) Normal Discard Normal...
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Newer models of the TCB are fitted with the patent pending Tiger “EZ check” 3 point marking system. With this system a quick check that the A and B measurements are the same (as shown in the diagram below) will indicate if the hooks have stretched If A≦B the hook is fine;...
*The C-23 Brake Discs/Ratchet Gear will generally come as a bonded unit (C-2223) but sometimes they may be separate parts (2xC-22, 1xC-23). www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 31 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
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*The C-23 Brake Discs/Ratchet Gear will generally come as a bonded unit (C-2223) but sometimes they may be separate parts (2xC-22, 1xC-23). www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 32 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
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*The C-23 Brake Discs/Ratchet Gear will generally come as a bonded unit (C-2223) but sometimes they may be separate parts (2xC-22, 1xC-23). www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 33 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
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*The C-23 Brake Discs/Ratchet Gear will generally come as a bonded unit (C-2223) but sometimes they may be separate parts (2xC-22, 1xC-23). www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 34 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
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*The C-23 Brake Discs/Ratchet Gear will generally come as a bonded unit (C-2223) but sometimes they may be separate parts (2xC-22, 1xC-23). www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 35 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
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*The C-23 Brake Discs/Ratchet Gear will generally come as a bonded unit (C-2223) but sometimes they may be separate parts (2xC-22, 1xC-23). www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 36 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
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*The C-23 Brake Discs/Ratchet Gear will generally come as a bonded unit (C-2223) but sometimes they may be separate parts (2xC-22, 1xC-23). www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 37 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
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R clip (or split pin for 0.5t and 1.0t capacity units) Hand chain wheel Tab washer Stud www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 38 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
Test Certificate/DOC Number Model Number Product Description Date introduced into service Serial Number Date Comments Signature www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 39 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
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Owner’s Notes www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 40 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
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Owner’s Notes www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 41 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
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Owner’s Notes www.tigerlifting.com Unit 1, Greensfield Industrial Estate, www.tigerlifting.com Willowburn Avenue, Page 42 of 42 ALNWICK, NE66 2DG Manual Tiger TCB-SS12 En 201605 v3.1 Email: info@tigerlifting.com...
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