CarlStahl CondorGrip CGUK 1.0 t User manual

Carl Stahl Hebetechnik GmbH
Tobelstrasse 2
73079 Suessen
Phone:
+49 (0) 7162 4007 - 0
E-mail:
carlstahl@carlstahl.com
Internet:
www.carlstahl.com
Operating instructions
CondorGrip Sheet Metal Lifting
Clamp Type CGUK
Original operating
instructions
EN


Contents
1. INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 MANUFACTURER/SERVICE............................................................................................................................ 1
1.2 EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY................................................................................................................. 2
2. PREPARATION OF INFORMATION ............................................................................................................ 3
2.1 SYMBOLS AND DESIGNATIONS ....................................................................................................................... 3
2.2 INSTRUCTIONS AND LISTS.............................................................................................................................. 4
3. SAFETY..................................................................................................................................................... 5
3.1 BASIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS......................................................................................................................... 5
3.2 PROPER USE .............................................................................................................................................. 7
3.3 IMPROPER USE ........................................................................................................................................... 7
4. TECHNICAL DATA ..................................................................................................................................... 8
5. DELIVERY AND TRANSPORT ................................................................................................................... 10
5.1SCOPE OF DELIVERY................................................................................................................................... 10
5.2 TRANSPORT ............................................................................................................................................. 10
5.3 STORAGE ................................................................................................................................................ 10
6. LAYOUT AND FUNCTION ........................................................................................................................ 11
7. USE ........................................................................................................................................................ 12
7.1 INSPECTION BEFORE USE ............................................................................................................................ 12
7.2PREPARATION OF LOAD AND SHEET METAL LIFTING CLAMP ................................................................................ 12
7.3 ATTACHING THE SHEET METAL LIFTING CLAMP TO THE CRANE ............................................................................ 13
7.4 USING A SLING ......................................................................................................................................... 13
7.5 LIFTING,TRANSPORTING,AND LOWERING LOADS ............................................................................................ 13
7.6 LOAD TURNING (90°) ................................................................................................................................ 14
8. SERVICING ............................................................................................................................................. 15
8.1 CLEANING ............................................................................................................................................... 15
8.2 INSPECTION DOCUMENT............................................................................................................................. 15
8.3 MAINTENANCE/INSPECTION PLAN................................................................................................................ 16
8.4 INSPECTION CRITERIA................................................................................................................................. 16
8.5 VISUAL INSPECTION AND FUNCTION CHECK .................................................................................................... 17
9. TAKING OUT OF SERVICE AND DISPOSAL ............................................................................................... 18
9.1 TAKING OUT OF SERVICE............................................................................................................................. 18
9.2 DISPOSAL................................................................................................................................................ 18

Introduction
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1. Introduction
The CondorGrip sheet metal lifting clamp type CGUK is a load lifting attachment for vertical lifting,
lowering, and turning (90°) of non-guided steel sheets, steel structures, and standard profiles.
Before you use the CondorGrip sheet metal lifting clamp type CGUK for the first time, read the
operating instructions in their entirety. The operating instructions explain how to safely use,
maintain, inspect, and dispose of the CondorGrip sheet metal lifting clamp type CGUK. These
operating instructions are a component of the product and must be available to all users. Keep the
operating instructions in a safe place for re-use. The CondorGrip sheet metal lifting clamp type CGUK
is called the sheet metal lifting clamp below.
1.1 Manufacturer/Service
Carl Stahl Hebetechnik GmbH
Tobelstrasse 2
73079 Suessen
Phone
+49 (0) 7162 4007 – 0
E-mail
Internet
www.carlstahl.com
INFO
We will be happy to answer any questions you may have about your product.
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1.2 EU declaration of conformity
Content of the document:
For the product designated below
Name:
CondorGrip sheet metal lifting clamp
Type:
CGUK
we hereby declare that it corresponds to the basic requirements specified in the harmonization legislation
named below:
DIRECTIVE 2006/42/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL of May 17, 2006 about
machines and the change of Directive 95/16/EC (new version) – in short: Machinery Directive
Specification of the applicable harmonized standards that apply or details of the specifications for which
conformity is declared:
Reference
Date of issue
Title
Harmonized standards for the Machinery Directive:
EN ISO 12100
+ Correction 1
2010-11
2013-08
Safety of machines – General principles for
design – Risk assessment and risk reduction
EN 13155
2022-03
Cranes – Safety – Non-fixed load lifting
attachments
Additional applicable technical specifications (not published in the EU official gazette):
DIN ISO/TR 14121-2
DIN SPEC 33885
2013-02
Safety of machinery - Risk assessment - Part 2:
Practical guidance and examples of methods
Authorized within the meaning of Annex II No. 1. A. No. 2, 2006/42/EC for the compilation of the technical
documents:
Company
Carl Stahl Hebetechnik GmbH
Address
Tobelstr. 2
D-73079 Suessen
Sole responsibility for issuing this declaration of conformity with regard to meeting the basic requirements and
the preparation of the technical documents is borne by the manufacturer (or installation company):
Company
Carl Stahl Hebetechnik GmbH
Address
Tobelstr. 2
D-73079 Suessen
Declared by:
Last name, first name
Schwenger, Wolfgang
Title
Managing director
This declaration certifies conformity with the named harmonization legislation, however it does not promise
properties.
Additional details:
This declaration applies to all copies that are manufactured according to the corresponding production
drawings, which are a component of the technical documents. The attached accompanying documentation that
supports the declaration of conformity contains additional details about adherence to above references.
The complete declaration of conformity is attached as a separate document.

Preparation of information
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2. Preparation of information
These operating instructions contain symbols, designations, instructions, and lists as depicted in
Chapters 2.1 to 2.2.
2.1 Symbols and designations
Warnings
The warnings are classified and depicted as follows:
DANGER
A warning with the signal word “DANGER” indicates a hazard that can
immediately and
certainly cause death or severe, lasting injuries.
WARNING
A warning with the signal word “WARNING” indicates a hazard that may cause severe
injuries or death.
CAUTION
A warning with the signal word “CAUTION”
indicates a hazard that may cause minor to
moderate injuries.
ATTENTION
A warning with the signal word “ATTENTION” indicates a hazard that may cause property
damage.
In a warning, steps are marked with and structured chronologically.
Pictographs for specific hazards
Meaning:
Warning about suspended load.
Meaning:
Warning about danger of crushing.
Meaning:
Warning about hand injuries.
The pictographs are used in connection with the associated classification and the appropriate signal
word.

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Useful information and tips
INFO
This symbol identifies useful information and tips.
Disposal
NOTICE ABOUT DISPOSAL
of packaging materials and load lifting devices.
2.2 Instructions and lists
All instructions are structured in chronological order and numbered sequentially, e.g.:
1. Step 1
2. Step 2
The result of an action is marked with an arrow:
Result or device reaction
Instructions that do not have to be carried out in a particular sequence are marked as follows:
Step
Step
The result of an action is marked with an arrow:
Result or device reaction
Lists are marked with dashes:
-List
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3. Safety
Before you use the sheet metal lifting clamp, carefully read the following safety instructions.
Chapters 3.1 to 3.3 list basic behavior rules that you must observe when handling the sheet metal
lifting clamp. You must absolutely follow the instructions that are marked with a symbol to
prevent danger to people. Warnings that belong to the individual instructions are always listed
before the step in question.
3.1 Basic safety instructions
The sheet metal lifting clamp has been constructed, tested, and left the company in a perfectly safe
condition. In order to maintain this state, you must follow the instructions in these operating
instructions.
-Read these operating instructions in their entirety;
-Heed the warnings and safety instructions;
-Make sure that these operating instructions are always available where the sheet metal lifting
clamp will be used;
-Make sure that only qualified staff performs work with and on the sheet metal lifting clamp (see
Tab. 1);
-During use, comply with the locally-applicable requirements for occupational safety and the work
instructions of the operator;
-Consider the circumstances on-site;
-Observe the specified minimum load (see Technical data in Chapter 4);
-Observe the permissible angle of inclination (see Technical data in Chapter 4);
-Observe the maximum carrying capacity;
-Consider the additional tare weight of the sheet metal lifting clamp:
-Tare weight sheet metal lifting clamp + load weight = total weight Consider the weight of all
components with regard to the maximum load capacity!
-Observe the permissible gripping range (see Technical data in Chapter 4);
-Use the sheet metal lifting clamp only in connection with swivels on the crane hook;
-Damage that compromises safety must be repaired by an expert company;
-Perform all work with great care;
-Wear your personal protective equipment;
-Never open a sheet metal lifting clamp when it is under load;
-Only use the sheet metal lifting clamp if the typeplate is clearly legible;

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-When using the sheet metal lifting clamp in combination with a sling, heed the operating
instructions for the sling;
-Use only suitable slings, take special care that the load capacity of the sling fulfills the
requirements;
-Make sure that your load chain is not twisted; use only slings with swivels;
-Consider the additional tare weight of the sling:
-Tare weight sheet metal lifting clamp + tare weight sling + load weight = total weight Consider
the total weight of all components with regard to the maximum load capacity!
Classification of the qualification areas for load lifting devices
Area of activity
Qualification
Professional knowledge
Delivery and transport
Dealer, mover
-Proof of training in load securing
-Safe handling of load lifting devices
Storage
Storage
specialist
-Safe handling of load lifting devices
Start-up, maintenance,
and service
Specialized
personnel
-Expert: professional training and experience,
sufficient knowledge in the area of load lifting devices
-Safe handling of load lifting devices
-Product-specific knowledge
Use, simple visual
inspection
Specialized
personnel
-Safe handling of load lifting devices, professional
training and experience
Disposal
Specialized
personnel
-Knowledge of the regulations for proper disposal and
re-use
Tab. 1: Overview

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3.2 Proper use
The following points comprise proper use:
-Vertical lifting, lowering, andturning (90°) ofnon-guided loads;
-Steel plates, steel structures, andstandard profiles of steel are approved for use;
-Observe the permissible load capacity: Tare weight of the individual components + load weight;
-Temperature range from -20 °C to+80 °C;
-Per lifting procedure, only one component may be moved;
-Use and storage only indoors;
-Even andsymmetrical load distribution during vertical lifting andlowering ofthe load;
-Angle of inclination (clamping front andclamping side level) upto90° in pulling direction;
-Minimum load depending on the sheet metal lifting clamp type (see table, Chapter 4);
-Designed for a maximum of 16,000 load changes, depending on external conditions, the number
of load change may decrease.
In addition to the points listed here, additional details must be taken from the technical data and
observed (Chapter 4).
3.3 Improper use
The following points comprise improper use:
-Exceeding the maximum load capacity;
-More than one component per lifting or turning process;
-The maximum permissible surface hardness of 32 HRC of the load is exceeded (see Chapter 4);
-Use when the chain is twisted;
-Conveying people and animals;
-Conveying pipes and components with diameters;
-Transporting fluids and hazardous materials;
-Asymmetrical loading;
-Tearing away stuck loads, diagonal pulling, and pulling of loads on the floor;
-Changes to the construction;
-In environments that are subject to explosion, or where there is exposure to salt, acid, toxic,
and/or alkaline substances;
-Diagonal pulling and sliding of loads on the floor/storage system, exception: the turning
procedure, see Chapter 7.6;
-Use and storage outdoors.
Chapter 3.3 does not guarantee completeness. Anything that is not expressly permitted falls under
improper use.

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4. Technical data
The following tables provide the specific technical data for the different sheet metal lifting clamp
types. Depending on the type, product properties vary substantially.
Note the data that applies to your specific sheet metal lifting clamp type.
Name:
Sheet metal lifting clamp
Type:
CGUK
Model:
CGUK 1.0 t; CGUK 1.8 t; CGUK 2.0 t; CGUK 3.0 t
General information
CGUK 1.0 t
CGUK 1.8 t
CGUK 2.0 t
CGUK 3.0 t
Load capacity
1,000 kg
1,800 kg
2,000 kg
3,000 kg
Permissible gripping range
0 - 25 mm
0 - 25 mm
0 - 40 mm
0 - 40 mm
Tare weight
2.8 kg
2.9 kg
6.0 kg
6.1 kg
Minimum load
100 kg
180 kg
200 kg
300 kg
Usable height
365 mm
365 mm
392 mm
417 mm
Maximum surface hardness of
load
32 HRC 32 HRC 32 HRC 32 HRC
Temperature range for storage
and use
-20 °C to 80 °C -20 °C to 80 °C -20 °C to 80 °C -20 °C to 80 °C
Maximum number of load
changes
16,000 16,000 16,000 16,000
Information about the pulling
direction valid for all models of
the CGUK sheet metal lifting
clamp
Maximum permissible angle of
inclination
Figure: Pulling direction
Permissible pulling directions in
the clamping front level
up to 90°
Permissible pulling directions in
the clamping side level
up to 90°
Tab. 2: Technical data

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Dimensions
CGUK 1.0 t
CGUK 1.8 t
CGUK 2.0 t
CGUK 3.0 t
A
Permissible
gripping range
0 - 25 mm
Permissible
gripping range
0 - 25 mm
Permissible
gripping range
0 - 40 mm
Permissible
gripping range
0 - 40 mm
B 71 mm 71 mm 84 mm 84 mm
C 156 mm 156 mm 168 mm 168 mm
D 365 mm 365 mm 392 mm 417 mm
E 60 mm 60 mm 60 mm 75 mm
G 56 mm 56 mm 63 mm 63 mm
H 45 mm 45 mm 85 mm 85 mm
K 13 mm 13 mm 16 mm 18 mm
L 80 mm 80 mm 95 mm 95 mm
M
110 mm 110 mm 110 mm 135 mm
Color
scheme
CGUK 1.0 t; CGUK 2.0 t; Color scheme CGUK 1.8 t; CGUK 3.0 t;
Tab. 3: Technical data (continued)

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5. Delivery and transport
5.1 Scope of delivery
Check the delivery to ensure it is complete.
Pieces
Item
Item number depending on model/type
1
Sheet metal lifting clamp
Type CGUK 1.0: 25301010015011 or;
Type CGUK 1.8: 25301010015012 or;
Type CGUK 2.0: 25301010035064 or;
Type CGUK 3.0: 25301010035065.
1
Original operating instructions
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1
Declaration of conformity
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1
Inspection document
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Tab. 4: Scope of delivery
If parts are missing or damaged, contact the manufacturer/dealer (Chapter 1.1).
5.2 Transport
The sheet metal lifting clamp is tested, checked and packed properly before delivery. Delivery is
made using a suitable transport system.
Always transport the sheet metal lifting clamp using a suitable transport system.
5.3 Storage
ATTENTION
Damage to device due to improper storage!
Improper storage can
damage the sheet metal lifting clamp.
Store the sheet metal lifting clamp in a suitable location.
Store the sheet metal lifting clamp in a clean, dry place indoors.
Protect the sheet metal lifting clamp against:
-The effects of temperatures that fall below or exceed the permissible temperature
range (see Chapter 4).
-Humidity,
-Soiling,
-Damage,
-
Corrosion.

Layout and function
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6. Layout and function
The sheet metal lifting clamp consists essentially of the following components:
Fig. 1: Sheet metal lifting clamp
Position
Name
Function
1
Oblong master link
Crane attachment
2
Chain
Connecting element
3
Tension spring
Closing mechanism
4
Clamping jaws
Gripping function
5
Hand lever with actuating pin
Opening and closing function
6
Body
Symmetrical load lifting
Tab. 5: Layout and function
1
2
3
6
5
4

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7. Use
7.1 Inspection before use
An inspection must be conducted before each use. You must conduct an inspection before first use
(initial start-up), before each recurring use or after each servicing. For the precise details of the
corresponding inspections, see the maintenance/inspection plan. Read Chapter 8, especially 8.3 - 8.5.
The inspection is intended to ensure that the sheet metal lifting clamp is in perfect condition and
ready for operation.
Before using the sheet metal lifting clamp, you must observe the following with regard to the work
environment:
DANGER
Danger to life due to falling load!
A falling load can cause severe injuries or death.
Never linger under a suspended load.
Never pass under a suspended load.
Ensure there is sufficient free space to work.
Ensure that there are no people in the working area.
WARNING
Danger of crushing due to lack of space!
There is a danger of crushing due to
clearances that are too small at the load pick-up point,
on the load transport path or at the load drop
-off point.
Inspect your work environment.
Ensure there is sufficient space at the load pick-up point, on the load transport path,
and at the load drop-off point.
7.2 Preparation of load and sheet metal lifting clamp
Before you can use the sheet metal lifting clamp, you must prepare the load and the sheet metal
lifting clamp as follows:
1. Prepare the load by removing
-Oil,
-Grease, and
-Scale from the load.
2. Make sure that the clamping jaws of the sheet metal lifting clamp are not dirty and there is no oil
or grease on them.
3. If necessary, clean the clamping jaws with a clean cloth.

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7.3 Attaching the sheet metal lifting clamp to the crane
In order to attach the sheet metal lifting clamp to the crane, proceed as follows:
1. Position the crane hook vertically over the sheet metal lifting clamp.
2. Hook the crane hook into the oblong master link.
Crane hook safety latch snaps in.
3. Check the crane hook safety latch.
4. Lift the sheet metal lifting clamp slowly and carefully.
7.4 Using a sling
If the sheet metal lifting clamp is used in combination with a sling, the following points must be
observed:
-Use slings only on the crane.
-Only use suitable slings with swivels.
-Heed the operating instructions for the slings.
7.5 Lifting, transporting, and lowering loads
DANGER
D
anger to life due to reduced clamping power!
If the minimum load and/or a dirty load or dirty clamping jaws are
ignored, the clamping
power is reduced, which may cause a load to fall.
Check the weight of the load (see Tab. 2 Chapter 4 Technical data).
Check the load and the clamping jaws for:
-Soiling,
-Scale,
-Oil residues, and
-Grease residues.
Clean the load and/or the clamping jaws if necessary (see Chapter 7.2).
1. Position the sheet metal lifting clamp vertically over the load.
2. Open the clamping jaws using the hand lever.
3. Position the load in the clamping jaw.
4. Close the clamping jaws using the hand lever.
5. Check the clamping function and load distribution by lifting the load slightly and observing:
-Visible chain tensioning,
-Complete and flat resting of the load in the clamping jaw,
-Symmetrical and even load distribution.
6. Lift the load slowly and carefully.
7. Transport the load to the desired load drop-off point.

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8. Lower the load slowly and carefully until the load stands or lies so that it will not tip.
9. Open the sheet metal lifting clamp using the hand lever.
7.6 Load turning (90°)
To turn loads, e.g. steel plates, steel structures, and standard profiles, you must observe the
following in addition to Chapter 7.5:
1. Position the sheet metal lifting clamp over the load.
WARNING
Risk of injury due to
improper support!
Due to
improper, unstable support, the load can tip when it is attached and during the
turning process, and the load can slip.
Ensure that the load rests on a tip-proof, support.
If necessary, ensure stability.
2. Open the clamping jaws using the hand lever.
DANGER
Danger to life due to
swinging load!
If the permissible angle of inclination is not observed and the load is pulled upright in a
jerky motion, the load may swing.
Position the load centered, symmetrically balanced in the clamping jaw.
Observe the permissible angle of inclination of 90° (see Fig. 2).
Make sure that the load does not lose contact with the support during the turning
process and that it slides slowly into the end position (see Fig. 2).
3. Position the load in the clamping jaw.
4. Close the clamping jaws using the hand lever.
5. Lift the load by 90°, sliding slowly and carefully (see Fig. 2).
Fig. 2: Initial position Steel plate sliding slowly into position End position of turning process
6. Lift the load slowly and carefully.
7. Transport the load to the desired load drop-off point.
8. Lower the load by 90° slowly and carefully onto a suitable support until the load no longer slips
and lies so that it cannot tip.

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8. Servicing
The sheet metal lifting clamp must be cleaned, maintained, and inspected regularly. For the
maintenance/inspection intervals, see the maintenance/inspection plan.
8.1 Cleaning
INFO
Regular cleaning and careful handling mean that the sheet metal lifting clamp will be in
good condition throughout its life cycle.
Component
Cleaning criteria
Actions
Oblong master
link
The oblong master link must be movable, free of dust and dirt.
Clean
Body
The body must be free of dust and dirt.
Clean
Hand lever with
actuating pin
The hand lever must move easily, be free of dust and dirt.
Clean
Chain
The chain must be movable, free of dust and dirt.
Clean and
lubricate with oil
Tension spring
The tension spring must be free of dust and dirt.
Clean
Clamping jaws
The clamping jaws must be free of oil/grease, dust and dirt.
Clean and remove
oil/grease
Typeplate
The typeplate must be free of dirt and legible.
Clean
Tab. 6: Cleaning
8.2 Inspection document
The inspection document serves as proof of the inspections conducted. Furthermore, all noted
defects must be repaired and the proof thereof that is kept presented to the authorities if necessary.
The original inspection document is attached as a separate document.
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8.3 Maintenance/inspection plan
Maintenance/inspection interval
Activity
Before first use (initial start-up)
-Visual inspection and function check
Before each recurring use of the
sheet metal lifting clamp without
extraordinary events
-Visual inspection
Annually
-Visual inspection, function check
Extraordinary inspection
-Depending on external conditions, the annual inspection
cycle may be shortened. This includes the following points:
-After damage events, servicing or special incidents,
-Permanent use in shift operation,
-Increased wear,
-Corrosion, effects of heat due to environmental
influences,
-
etc.
Tab. 7: Maintenance/inspection plan
8.4 Inspection criteria
The discard criteria for the sheet metal lifting clamp are determined using the inspection criteria in
the following table. For the basic value, specified in mm, see Technical data (see Chapter 4).
Component
Inspection criteria
Actions
Oblong master
link
Any type of deformation and wear
Take out of service and contact
manufacturer/service
Body
Any type of deformation and wear
Take out of service and contact
manufacturer/service
Hand lever with
actuating pin
Any type of deformation and wear
Take out of service and contact
manufacturer/service
Chain
Any type of deformation and wear
Take out of service and contact
manufacturer/service
Tension spring
Any type of deformation and wear
Take out of service and contact
manufacturer/service
Clamping jaws
Any type of deformation and wear
Take out of service and contact
manufacturer/service
Typeplate
Legibility
Take out of service and contact
manufacturer/service
Tab. 8: Inspection criteria

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8.5 Visual inspection and function check
Before each use, the sheet metal lifting clamp must be checked and inspected. The tables in Chapter
8.4 list criteria which may indicate that you must take the sheet metal lifting clamp out of service.
DANGER
Danger to life due to falling load!
Due to deformation and wear of the individual components, the load capacity may be
reduced and the load can fall.
Check the sheet metal lifting clamp for defects.
Check to what extent the individual components are functional.
Take the sheet metal lifting clamp out of service by marking it appropriately, if it is no
longer functional and is beyond repair damaged (see Chapter 9.1).
If necessary, contact the manufacturer/service (see Chapter 1.1).
If necessary, dispose of the sheet metal lifting clamp (see Chapter 9.2).
Visual inspection
1. Check the sheet metal lifting clamp for visual defects such as:
-Cracks,
-Deformation,
-Wear,
-Burr formation in the clamping jaw area,
-Expansion and lengthening of the chain links,
-Incompleteness.
2. Take the sheet metal lifting clamp out of service, if the sheet metal lifting clamp has a defect (see
Chapter 9.1).
Function check
1. Check all moving parts to ensure they move easily.
2. Check the functionality of the sheet metal lifting clamp.
3. Take the sheet metal lifting clamp out of service, if its function is compromised (see Chapter 9.1).
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