Woodhead LA Balancer Serie - Manual (Page 2)

SM1160-01B Page 2 of 7 ©Aug-01
OPERATION
TOOL ATTACHMENT
WARNING: Never pull cable to device to be retracted. Always lift object to hook. If the hook is
accidentally released when it is extended, it will snap back. Hazards or unsafe practices
which COULD result in severe personal injury or death.
When attaching tool to lower hook, the tool should be lifted to hook rather than pulled to the empty hook
against the reel tension. The drum lock can be engaged to prevent cable from retracting (see illustration
in “Tool Replacement”). The retaining latch on lower hook MUST be snapped back in the closed position
after tool is attached.
SPRING TENSION ADJUSTMENT
CAUTION:
Only use adjusting nut to set tension. Hazards or unsafe practices MAY result in minor
personal injury or product or property damage.
The complete tool including all attachments and connections must be
in place before adjusting spring tension. If load exceeds spring
tension, tool will move downward. If tension exceeds load, tool will
move upward. Spring tension can be adjusted by turning the
adjustment nut clockwise to increase tension or counterclockwise to
decrease tension.
SPOT BRAKE
NOTE: See “Automatic Lock” if balancer locks up.
A spot brake is provided for fine adjustment to eliminate any
“creeping” tendency. This adjustment is made only if desired
and after adjustment, as explained in “Spring Tension
adjustment”. To adjust, loosen lock nut and back up brake
adjusting screw until the balancer works freely. Next, apply
pressure to spot brake by turning adjustment screw in until
desired setting is reached. Reset lock when adjustment is
completed.