Cable Puller User Manual Model 88

Model 88 Series Cable Puller
8,000 lb. Maximum Pulling Force
and

Model 8845 Cable Pulling Package

Operating, Maintenance, Safety
and Parts Manual
02/10 REV. 4

Read and understand this material before operating or
servicing the Cable Puller or any component of the
Cable Pulling Package. Failure to understand how to
safely operate and service these units may result in
seriousinjury or death.
This manual is free of charge. All personnel who operate the Cable Puller or any
component of the Cable Pulling Package should have a copy of this manual
and read and understand its contents. To request a copy of this manual or
replacement safety decals, or for technical assistance, call or write to the
address below.

CURRENT TOOLS • P O. BOX 17026 GREENVILLE, SC 29606
.800.230.5421 or 864.244.1201 • FAX 864.244.5860
www.currenttools.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Features . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 8
Components Listing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Cable Pulling Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-13
Model 88 Cable Puller and Accessories
Power Requirements
Force Gauge
Mounting Chain Installation

Floor Mount . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 15
Safety Information
Installation Instructions

Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-19
Rope Set-Up
Pulling Operation

Common Set-Ups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Tandem Pulling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 21
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Lubrication
Inspection

Exploded View – Model 88 Cable Puller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Parts List – Model 88 Cable Puller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Exploded View – Model 88 Cable Puller Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Parts List – Part #88-44Cable Puller Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Wiring Schematic – Model 88 Cable Puller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Wiring Drawing – Model 88 Cable Puller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
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SAFETY ALERTS

Safety Alert
Symbol
THIS SAFETY SYMBOL is used to call your attention to instructions
that concern your personal safety. It means: ATTENTION! BE AWARE!
THIS IS ANIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION!
Read, understand, and follow these safety instructions. Failure to follow
these safety instructions may result in injury or death.

DANGER
Immediate hazards which, if not avoided, WILL result in serious personal
injury or death.

WARNING
Hazards or unsafe practices which, if not avoided, COULD result in serious
personal injury or death.

CAUTION
Hazards orunsafe practices which, if not avoided, COULD result in minor
personal injury or property damage.

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RETAIN SAFETY INFORMATION
This manual should be read and understood by all personnel who operate or service
this Cable Puller or any component of the Cable Pulling Package. Failure to understand
how to operate and service this equipment could result in serious injury or death. This
equipmentshould only be operated and serviced by qualified personnel.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
DANGER

Do NOT operate cable puller in wet or damp locations.
Do NOT expose to rain.

DANGER

Do NOT operate in an explosive atmosphere.

WARNING

Do NOT use cable puller as a hoist or for lifting, supporting
or transporting people or loads. Use only for its intended
purpose as a cable...