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Document number G1954-Z-MA-005
Revision 0
Page 21 of 50
1.5.2.1 Crane Blocks and Swivels
Inspection, lubrication and maintenance of the Crane Blocks and Swivels

Reference can be made to:
- Drawings & Parts Lists, Installation Drawings and Lubrication Chart
- Standard Documentation, Loose Gear Certificates
General
The swivel (-s) can be loaded up to the rated SWL. Only fully reeved crane block (-s) can be loaded up to
the rated SWL
Equipment with swivelling- and/or moving parts always contains a safety hazard. Care shall be tak en when
Precautions
working with or repairing such equipment. If the equipment is used incorrectly, this could cause breakage
Safety
which again can lead to injury, or in the worst case fatalities.

Repair and reeving (if applicable) shall be carried out by trained personnel only, and in accordance with the
supplied maintenance instructions and wire reeving drawings in Drawings & Parts Lists (if applicable)
The crane shall be completely isolated (turned off) before such operations are carried out.
WARNING:
WHEN THE SUBJECT EQUIPMENT IS IN USE, DO NOT PUT HANDS (OR OTHER LIMBS) IN BETWEEN
SHEAVES, SIDE PLATES, GUARDS, IN THE AREA OF BECKET, HOOK, HOOK NUT, CROSS HEAD OR
ANY OTHER PLACE WHERE LIMBS CAN GET CAUGHT AND SERIOUSLY INJURED. TAKE GREAT CARE
TO AVOID CLOTHING BECOMING TRAPPED.
1. The working load limit (SWL) shall never be exceeded
2. Crane blocks shall be used for vertical lifts only
Limitations of
Rigging blocks shall be used only as in the design specifications. Blocks should not be used for
3.
towing unless specifically designed and marked for that purpose
Use
4. Swivels shall be used in either vertical- or horizontal plane only

5. Horizontal and vertical lead sheaves shall be used as indicated in description
6. Shock or side loading shall not be applied unless the equipment is designed for this purpose
7. The load shall always be placed in the seat of the hook or eye. NEVER AT POINT!
NOTE:
Every 500 operating hours, or every 4 years, the hook (-s) and nut (-s) are to be dismantled and inspected
Inspections shall be performed:
- Weekly on frequently used equipment
- Each time it is used, if the equipment is used infrequently
When performing these inspections, particular attention shall be paid to the following:
1. Wear in the hook, centre pin and becket
Inspection and Maintenance
2. Threads in the hook and nut (Every 500 operating hours or every 4 years)
3. Play in sheave bushes or bearings
4. Spacer bolts, nuts and lynch pins
5. Check for cracks in welds
6. Condition of safety catch and grease nipples
7. Wear holes in side plates and becket
8. Swivelling function
9. Rotation resistance on the rope sheaves
10. Signs of corrosion and overload/damage
11. General condition
If cracks or heavy gouges appear, the equipment shall not be used and qualified opinion shall be sought
(Contact NOV). If grooved and the section is reduced by more than 5%, the item shall be replaced with
certified gear and documentation from the manufacturer. Repairs should be by grinding.
If the holes in the cross head, side plates, becket, eyes or yaws are enlarged by more than 5%, the item
shall be replaced with certified gear and documentation from the manufacturer. Repairs shall only be
performed by responsible personnel. Great care shall be taken when re-assembling the equipment, and
captivating parts, e.g. grub screws, lynch pins etc. Check and refit only with correct sizes and threads.
WARNING:
NO WELDING IS TO BE PERFORMED ON LIFTING GEAR LIKE SHACKLES, HOOKS, SWIVELS, BLOCKS
OR AKIN.
Document number G1954-Z-MA-005
Revision 0
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Inspection, lubrication and maintenance of the Crane Blocks and Swivels (continued)
As a general rule, sheaves, cross heads and bodies should be lubricated through the grease nipples:
1. Each week for frequently used equipment
2. Monthly for infrequently used equipment or each time it is used
3. Double sealed or shielded bearings do not require lubrication
4. Grease generously if the equipment has been in contact with sea water
For subsea hooks it is important to rotate the hook when greasing to be sure that the bearing is
5. filled with grease. Always grease before subsea operations to prevent saltwater penetrating into the
bearing.
NOTE:
Lubricate blocks, swivels and sheaves liberally through the grease nipples until a collar of fresh grease is
squeezed out through the seals. Rotate 90 degrees and repeat. See Lubrication Chart in Drawings and
Parts Lists.
NOTE:
If a hook is fitted with two grease nipples, remove the upper one when lubricating the lower one. Rotate 90
degrees and repeat. This is done to remove air inside the unit.
Grease nipple =
1 Fall Swivel Hook SWL 17T 2 Fall Hook Block SWL 34T 5 Fall Hook Block SWL 85T

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1.5.2.1 Crane Blocks and Swivels

Inspection, lubrication and maintenance of the Crane Blocks and Swivels

which again can lead to injury, or in the worst case fatalities.

4. Swivels shall be used in either vertical- or horizontal plane only

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