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SHACKLES Instructions for use

Select the correct type and WLL of the shackle for the particular application. If extreme circumstances or
shock loading may occur, this must be taken into account when selecting the correct shackle. Please note
that commercial shackles are not to be used for lifting applications.
Shackles should be inspected before use to ensure that:
• all markings are legible;
• the body and pin are both of the same brand and type;
• the body and pin are both of the correct size;
• never use a safety bolt type shackle without using a securing pin;
• the pin, nut, cotter pin, or any other locking system cannot vibrate out of position;
• the threads of the pin and the body are undamaged;
• the body and the pin are not distorted or unduly worn;
• the body and pin are free from nicks, gouges, cracks and corrosion;
• shackles may not be heat treated as this may affect their WLL;
• never modify, repair or reshape a shackle by machining, welding, heating or bending as this will affect
the WLL.

Assembly

Ensure that the pin is correctly screwed into the shackle eye: tighten it hand-tight, then secure it using
a wrench or other suitable tool so that the collar of the pin is fully seated against the shackle eye. Ensure
that the pin is of the correct length so that it penetrates the full depth of the threaded eye and the collar
1 of the pin touches the surface of the shackle eye.

Incorrect positioning of the pin may be caused by a bent pin, too tight fitting thread or misalignment of
the pin holes. Do not use the shackle under these circumstances. Never replace a shackle pin except with
one of the same brand, type, make and size to ensure the shackle maintains its original WLL.

Make sure that the shackle is supporting the load correctly, i.e. along the axis of the shackle body centerline.
Avoid bending loads, unstable loads and overloads.

ONLY WITH
REDUCED WLL

ONLY WITH
REDUCED WLL

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