Installation and Operating Manual

Rope Brake according to EN 81-1:1998+A3:2009

SB200 SB330 SB380
Version 12.02

BODE Components GmbH

Eichsfelder Strae 29
40595 Dsseldorf
Fon: +49 (0) 211 / 77 92 75 0
Fax: +49 (0) 211 / 77 92 75 22
info@bode-components.com
www.bode-components.com

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1 General Notes
1.1 General Notes on Safety
The knowledge of the basic safety regulations and safety-technological notes
contained in these operational instructions is prerequisite for the troublefree and
safe operation of this safety component.
The notes on safety contained herein are to be observed by any person installing or
operating this safety component.
In addition, the general regulations and legal provisions on the prevention of
accidents at work apply.
The personnel working on or operating the rope brake are to carefully observe the
warnings and the information provided in the chapter on safety included in these
operational instructions.
These operational instructions are to be kept at the rope brakes place of
installation.
1.2 Intended Use of Rope Brake
The rope brake has been manufactured in accordance with the technological stateof-art and in compliance with the generally accepted safety-technological
regulations. It must not be used in any way other than its intended purpose and
exclusively in a safety-technologically perfect condition.
The rope brakes exclusive purpose is its utilization as safety component as defined
in EN 81-1 / EN 81-8. Any other utilization is considered to be not conforming to
the intended purpose.
1.3 Warranty and Liability
BODE Components GmbH General Terms and Conditions of Payment and Delivery
apply.
Any entitlement to warranty or compensation in case of injuries to life and
property is excluded in case these damages are attributable to one or more of the
following causes:
Improper installation, commissioning, operation, and/or maintenance of
the rope brake.
Operation of the rope brake in case of defect and/or unworkable safety and
protective components.
Non-conform utilization of the rope brake
Non-compliance with the notes on transport, storage, installation,
commissioning, operation, and maintenance of the rope brake contained
herein.
Unauthorized re-adjustments of the rope brake.
Unauthorized modifications to the design of the rope brake.
Insufficient checking of parts subject to wear.
Improper repairs.
Improper installation of attachments or spare parts.
Improper electrical connections.
Damages attributable to extraneous causes, catastrophes or force
majeure.

The rope brake and the components required for its operation have been tested
and set at the manufacturers. Since the rope brakes represent a type approved
safety component, any changes of the factory adjustments are prohibited.

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2 Transport and Storage
2.1 Packaging
The rope brake is supplied in a suitable packaging normally an enforced
cardboard box.
Please observe the notes applied to the packaging.
The packing material will not be taken back by the manufacturer and should be
disposed of in an environmentally sound way.
2.2 Checking upon Receipt
The goods supplied and the packaging is to be checked in terms of completeness
and damages.

Any damages in transport are to be documented and immediately reported to

BODE Components.

2.3 Temporary Storage

In case, the rope brake is not to be installed immediately upon receipt, it is to be
stored in a way preventing from damages and wetness, moisture, and dirt
penetrating into the safety component.

The legal provisions on machine and pulley rooms also apply to the ambient
conditions at the rope brakes place of installation.

2.4 Scope of Delivery

1) Rope brake consisting of:
Cylinder
Piston with moveable plate and brake lining
Fix plate with brake lining
2) Magnetic valve incl. pressure switch
3) Power supply 230V AC/ 24V DC
3) Mounting bolt
4) Unit control RBC14 for mounting in a switchbox
alternative: additional module SMC-24-A3 with pressure roller and two sensor to meet
the standard EN 81-1:1998 + A3:2009
4) Installation and Operating Instructions/Test Certificates

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3 Description: Rope Brake (picture 1)
3.1 Rope Brake Components (figure Rope Brake SB200)

1
10
4
2

Pos.
1
2
3
4
5

Description
Cylinder
Piston with moveable plate
Fix plate
Mounting holes
Guidance

Pos.
6
7
8
9
10

Description
Fixing screws
Pressure spring
Distance sleeve
Magnetic valve
Monitoring switch

3.2 Delivery line

Type
SB 200
SB 330
SB 380

Max Nominal Capacity Q (kg)

700
1600
2200

Braking force (N)

7775-12440
21167-33868
45555-64465

B max. (N)
13000
34000
43000

Nominal capacity (suspension: 1:1)

B max. = Maximum of possibility arising forces acting on the rope brakes mountings.
Higher load capacities can be achieved by using 2 rope brakes. When the suspension of
the cabin is 2:1 or more the rope brake calculated so that on departing from the traction
sheave rope line comes into engagement.

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3.3 Settings
The rope brake is supplied ready for installation. The switches in the magnetic
valve and the compressor have been factory set.
3.4 Functional Description
BODE rope brakes are safety components certified according to
EN 81-1:1998 + A3:2009. They serve as a protective device for moving up the lift
cabin to overspeed. With an appropriate acquisition and trigger system, which is
also in accordance with standard EN 81-1:1998 + A3:2009 certified, the rope
brake can also be used for standstill monitoring. Here provides BODE a control
unit SMC-24-A3 or a overspeed governor type ASV.
In conjunction with the safety switch or pre-cut switch on the overspeed governor
and the rope brake control can be monitored with the following operating
conditions of a brake cable lift system:

Control unit RBC14

1. Speed
The rope brake is closed by excessive speed in both directions, the signal of the
speed comes from the safety switch on the governor.
2. Standstill monitoring
Through the use of a overspeed governor certified according to EN 81-1:1998 +
A3:2009 with the rope brake, the standstill monitoring can be performed. If an
uncontrolled movement is at the stop, the rope brake receives from overspeed
governor an appropriate signal. The rope brake closes and stops the elevator at a
standstill.
By overspeed of the elevator system are the safety switch (if Vn < 1,01m/s) or
the pre-cut switch (if Vn > 1,00 m/s) connected on the governor (separately).
This gives a signal to the control unit RBC14 and the rope brake closes. This
happens by overspeed in both directions.
3. Power failure
The rope brake closes by power failure and will open automatically after switching
on the power supply.
4. Function monitoring
The functions of the rope brake are checked once every 24 hours. This is done
automatically by the control unit. The time of testing can be adjusted. The
compressor receives half an hour before and after the test, a running time window
in which the pressure in case of need can be rebuilt.

Additional function through the use of the detection system

SMC-24-A3
The SMC-24-A3 is a type tested PESSRAL control board that monitors, in conjunction
with a pressure roller and the sensors, the overspeed and uncontrolled movement f the
elevator system. Since the detection is on the ropes of the elevator system, is the
possible slippage of the ropes of the SMC-24-A3 registered.
5. Standstill monitoring
If the elevator set in motion in the station with door open, the rope brake will be
closed after a limited way.

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6. Overspeed
The speed of the elevator system is continuously monitored during the journey. If
the determined limit by the learning cycle speed is
passed , deceleration of the car is done by the rope brake.
7.The rope brake can be operated through the use of the SMC-24-A3 without a
overspeed governor.

By use of a control board SMC-24-A3 is not necessarily to replace the overspeed

governor.

The rope brake closes with compressed air, and opens with spring force again.
In case of power failure, the rope brake is applied. Due to the pressure accumulator to
the compressor, the rope brake will close for a some time. After switching on the power
supply the rope brake will open automatically.
Creates a pressure loss of the pneumatic unit, the upcoming tour stops and shut down
the elevator to the floor. The elevator is operational again when the operating pressure
of 5.5 bar is pending.
Within 24 hours is a functional test of the rope brake system. The test time can be set on
the control unit during stillstand of the lift system. Should an error occur during this test,
the elevator system is shut down.
By the rope brake with the control unit SMC-24-A3 are following additional functions:
Due to the proximity switch, either on the governor or an the pressure roller, which
pushes on the ropes or the governor, are fixed, the rest of the chamber is monitored at
the station. Should sink the car with the door open in order to stop a limited area, the
rope brake is applied. An opening of the rope brake can be carried out via the controller.
The speed of the system can be measured, regardless of the overspeed. Since the
detection system works on the ropes, is to secure the excess speed down a safety gear
required.
For monitoring the speed and trigger the rope brake, a overspeed governor is needed, or
an other acquisition system (SMC -24-A3) according to EN 81-1.
Although the rope brake is activated in both directions, can not be resign for a safety
gear for the downward movement.
By elevators with Vn < 1.01 m/s ca be triggered simultaneously in excess speed in the
downward direction of the rope brake and the safety gear.

After a failure occurred, the lift must be taken into operation unless the cause of the
failure has been eliminated and the lift has been checked by accordingly trained
expert personnel.

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Type Plate

Bode Components GmbH

D-40595 Dsseldorf Germany
Seilbremse / Rope Brake

Seriennr. xxxxxxx:

Barcode

CE XXXX

1
3

Type: _________
Date: ________
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

4
2
5

Seriennummer:

1
2
3
4
5

xxxxxxx

Number of the certifying body

Number or the certificate of type approval
Type
Year of production
Manufacturers serial number

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5 Mounting Instructions
BODE rope brakes can be installed as follows:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

At the cabin side.

At the counter-weight side.
At the machinery frame.
On the machinery stand.
On the ground.
Under the shaft ceiling.

5.1 Mechanical Installation

The rope brake is supplied ready for operation.

The cylinder, piston, and moveable brake plate are tied together by a metal
securing tape. This tape must not be removed until the rope brake installation has
been completed. The piston must not be removed from the cylinder as the lip seal
will otherwise be damaged.
As for new lifts, the rope brakes can be pulled in on the mounting console (to be
construction-wise provided for) once the rope brake has been installed.
As for existing lifts, the installation is to be made as follows:

Remove the two diagonally opposite locking screws (Pos.6) and replace
them by the two stud bolts provided. Press down the cylinder by means of
the bolts nuts and remove the remaining locking screws.

Now, evenly unscrew the bolts nuts. After releasing the pressure springs
the entire unit incl. cylinder (Pos.1), piston and loose brake plate (Pos.2)
can be lifted off.
The distance sleeves (Pos.8) and pressure springs (Pos.7) are loose.
Secure before disassembly.
The fix plate can now be mounted below the ropes. For securing it, we
recommend a:
SB 200
SB 330
SB 380

Heavy-duty anchor and steel screw M16 8.8

Heavy-duty anchor and steel screw M24 8.8
Heavy-duty anchor and steel screw M24 8.8

The suspension ropes are to run centered to the rope brakes brake lining.
Between brake lining and suspension rope a play of 2mm is to be provided
for
Now, the rope brake can be reassembled. For this, position the pressure
springs and push the entire unit on to the stud bolts again and pre-tighten
it using the nut so that the screws (Pos.6) can be re-installed.

Do not forget installing distance sleeves (Pos.8)

The monitoring switch must be in the right position (Pos.10)
Remove the stud bolts and insert the remaining screws and distance
sleeves.
Remove the securing tape before taking the rope brake into operation.

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5.2 Pneumatic Unit
5.2.1 Description
The compressed air supply to the rope brake can be made either with the
compressor supplied or via the existing process air. It has to be ensured that a
sufficient reservoir (min 25 lt.) has been installed upstream and the operating
pressure must range between 6-8 bar.
On the compressor supplied a fast coupling has been mounted to the pressure
reservoir. Insert a hose for compressed air (inner diameter: 10mm) into the plug
provided (see notes on installation).

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Exclusively use compressors on which the pressure control device has

been set to an operational pressure of 6-8 bar.
The compressor must have a reservoir of min. 25 litres.
Do not use any mist oiler. The compressed air must be oil free.
Exclusively use an R6 hose complying with EN 854-SAE 100 R6.

We recommend installing a water separator including filter between compressor

and magnetic valve. The flow rate must be min. 1000 l/min. The water separator
should be placed near the rope brake. Before connecting with the magnetic valve,
the compressor has to be on 8 bar operating pressure.

If the compressor is used in high humidity operating conditions a heavy water

condensation is to be expected, what more frequent draining of the compressor entails.
For draining a automatically water separator can be installed on the compressor.
The magnetic valve should be installed directly on to the rope brake and on the
lowermost position (Picture No. 1). The vent clip should vent down. This is the only way
to ensure that any condensation water entering in to the rope brake, can be blown off if
you open this. If the rope brake is installed in the shaft, the magnetic valve must be
accessible in order to be able to free people in case of emergency. Another option is use
of our venting valve (Article no. 701660)

The connection of the magnetic valve and rope brake is to be made in form
of a fix piping (ERMETO piping) or with an R6 hose complying with
EN 854-SAE 100 R6.
If the pressure in the pneumatic unit falls below 5bar the lift will be brought
to a halt by means of the pressure switch.

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5.2.2 Installation on Lifts operated in potentially explosive environments

The rope brake can be installed on lifts operated in potentially explosive
environments provided the following notes on safety are adhered to:
1. An EX monitoring switch has to be installed on the rope brake.
(Part No. 580 047)
2. The magnetic valve must be installed in the machinery room. Feeding of the
rope brake has to be made as described above.

Picture 1.1

Air vent

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5.2.3 Part list: Pneumatic Unit

Pos
.

Description

Dimensions

1 5/2 way valve

2 Magnetic coil 24V DC

Pcs.

Part No.

1
Form A

3 Pressure switch

1
1

4 Hose connector

5 Sound absorber

6 Venting button
Air hose
Venting valve for rescuing
Incl. mounting + label
Water separator
Water separator

701 638
Extra

701 660

Extra
Extra

702 011
702 012

Magnetic valve (Picture No. 2)

3
6

5
4

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5.2.4 Installation Instructions for Plug-in Hose

Troublefree installation No tools required
Plug-in hose connection are always made within seconds and without requiring any tools
or other aids such as hose clamps, tapes, clips or wires. The hose is resistant to various
media such as hydraulic liquids, lubricating oil, diesel, coolants, antifreezers etc.
Installation
1.

Rectangularly cut the hose with a

sharp knife. Grease the nipple end
with water, soap solution or fluid oil for
facilitating the installation of the hose.

Do not use any thick-flowing oil or

grease!

2. Feed the hose over the nipple and press

it quickly down to the nipples stopper.
When doing so, the hose should be held
25mm behind the cut.

Attention! When installing the hose, please ensure that the fitting is fully covered,
i.e. until the stopper on the plastic ring.

De-installation
1.

Cut the hose slightly slantwise to the

longitudinal axis.
Be careful not to damage the nipples
rips.

2.

Pull off the hose from the nipple.

Attention! Check the nipple for damages before re-using it.

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5.2.5 Installation Instructions for venting valve (optional order no. 701660)
The venting valve has to be mounted between the magnetic valve and the compressor.
The hose connector are marked on the venting valve. For open the rope brake, the hand
gear (Pos.1) must be pressed till the catch and the safety pin (Pos.2) have to put into the
bore hole (Pos.3). The rope brake will stay open.

Venting Valve Order No. 701660 (picture No.3)

2
1
3

6 Connecting of monitoring switch on the rope brake

The size of the monitoring switch on the rope brake (figure 1, Pos 10) must be checked
after the installation. When the rope brake is closed, the contactors 23-24 shall to be
open and the contactors 11-12 shall to be closed. The connecting description to the rope
brake control unit you can find in the appropriate mounting manual.

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Commissioning

Make sure that no parts other than the suspension ropes are between the rope brakes
braking shoes.
Remove securing tape from cylinder and piston.
When switching on the lift, the rope brake is instantly operable.

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Never grab between the braking shoes!

DANGER OF SQUEEZING

Maintenance

Maintenance of the rope brake is to be made together with the general maintenance of
the lift and is restricted to the following actions:
Please pay attention to maintenance and operating instructions of the
compressor Type BODE
Check the rope brakes operational readiness by opening and closing it once.
At closed rope brake, the brake linings must not be run in more than up to a
gap width of 5mm.
At closed rope brake, the brake linings must not be run in more than up to a gap
width of 5mm.

By error please contact BODE Components immediately !

The maintenance order from the compressor supplier are to follow.

By using of the new control unit SMC-24-A3 the following additional controls have to be
conduct:

control the pressure roller on strong

by a worn pressure roller to 3mm, a new learning cycle must be carried out. If
the pressure roller is worn more as 6mm, it must be changed.
Control the distance between the proximity switches , distance max. 2mm.
Please use the attached spacing template.
The pollution on the pressure roller and proximity switches must be clear.

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Procedure for periodic inspection of the elevator system when operated by
overspeed governor
The rope brakes operability can be checked as follows:
1. By manually or remotely actuating the safety switch.
2. Upon reaching overspeed (e.g. test groove on the governor)
For checking the safety gears operational readiness the rope brake must be taken
out of operation at it is otherwise actuated either simultaneously with or before
the safety gear. For this purpose the rope brake has to be dead of voltage and
pressure less.
This can be done by removing the hose from the compressor or by use of the
venting valve. The safety gear can now be tested without the rope brake slow the
cabin.
The test procedure can only be undertaken if it is ensured that no persons are in
cabin.
After the test, the rope brake is in operation again.
By use of the control board SMC-24-A3 please check the relevant section in the operating
manual.

10

Rescuing People by breakdown of operating voltage

10.1

With the magnetic valve

By power breakdown the rope brake must be open by the venting button
(picture 2, Pos. 6)

Caution: By opening the rope brake the supporting cable of the elevator system
may not be moved. If they get moving, immediately release the venting button.

If are not movement of the supporting cables, the rope brake must be pressure less by
pulling of the hose from compressor. Now the rope brake will by stay open and the
rescuing of people can be done by the instruction from the elevator producer.
10.2

With the venting valve

For an easier rescuing a venting valve can be used. The venting valve (picture 3) has to
be mounted between the magnetic valve and compressor. By power breakdown the hand
gear must be pressed down till the catch. The rope brake will open.

Caution: By opening the rope brake the supporting cable of the elevator system
may not be moved. If they get moving, immediately release the venting button.

If are not movement of the supporting cables, the safety pin (picture 3, Pos 2) must be
put into the bore hole. Now the rope brake will by stay open and the rescuing of people
can be done by the instruction from the elevator producer.

The instruction for rescuing of people by closed rope brake because of overspeed
or uncontrolled movement is to take from the separate mounting manual of the
control unit. The people rescuing shall be done only by trained personnel.

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Mounting dimensions

Braking plates 8mm

Rope distance S

Mounting holes B

magnet valve
Rope passage

Movable plate

Fixed plate

Mounting holes B

Pos.
A
B
C
D
E
E1
F
X1
X2
Y1
Y2
B
S

SB 200
185
130
70
20
250
/
290
250
20
210
20
18
110

SB 330
220
165
78
27
340
365
400
260
70
300
20
25
180

SB 331
220
165
78
27
400
/
400
360
20
340
30
25
255

SB 380
230
171
81
30
440
/
400
240
80
403
18,5
28
310

kg
Nm**

37
60

81
80

81
80

110
80

*weight of rope brake

** turning moment of the screws in Nm
The braking pad is asbestos free
Bode reserves the rights to make technical changes and related changes in dimensions.
These are not automatically forwarded.

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