CarlStahl Textile Bridle Sling User manual

Carl Stahl Hebetechnik GmbH
Tobelstrasse 2
73079 Suessen
Phone:
[phone] - 0
E-mail:
[e-mail]
Internet:
www.carlstahl-hebetechnik.de
Operating instructions
Textile Bridle Slings
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 ..................................................................................................................... 9
5.1 SCOPE OF DELIVERY..................................................................................................................................... 9
5.2 TRANSPORT ............................................................................................................................................... 9
5.3 STORAGE .................................................................................................................................................. 9
6. LAYOUT AND FUNCTION ........................................................................................................................ 10
7. USE ........................................................................................................................................................ 11
7.1 INSPECTION BEFORE USE ............................................................................................................................ 11
7.2 SYMMETRICAL LOAD.................................................................................................................................. 12
7.3 DIRECT LIFTING ........................................................................................................................................ 12
8. SERVICING ............................................................................................................................................. 13
8.1 CLEANING ............................................................................................................................................... 13
8.2 INSPECTION DOCUMENT............................................................................................................................. 13
8.3 MAINTENANCE/INSPECTION PLAN................................................................................................................ 14
8.4 INSPECTION CRITERIA................................................................................................................................. 14
8.5 VISUAL INSPECTION AND FUNCTION CHECK .................................................................................................... 15
9. TAKING OUT OF SERVICE AND DISPOSAL ............................................................................................... 16
9.1 TAKING OUT OF SERVICE............................................................................................................................. 16
9.2 DISPOSAL................................................................................................................................................ 16
10. NOTES................................................................................................................................................ 17

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1. Introduction
Before you use the Textile Bridle Slings 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
Textile Bridle Slings. 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.
1.1 Manufacturer/Service
Carl Stahl Hebetechnik GmbH
Tobelstrasse 2
73079 Suessen
Phone
[phone] – 0
E-mail
[email protected]m
Internet
www.carlstahl-hebetechnik.de
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:
Textile Bridle Sling
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 1492-2
2009-05
Textile slings - Safety - Part 2: Roundslings made
of man-made fibres for general purpose use
EN 1677-2
+ correction 1
2008-06
2009-01
Components for slings - Safety - Part 2: Forged
steel lifting hooks with latch, Grade 8
Additional applicable technical specifications (not published in the EU official gazette):
ISO/TR 14121-2
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.

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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 Textile Bridle Sling, carefully read the following safety instructions.
Chapters 3.1 to 3.3 list basic behavior rules that you must observe when handling the Textile Bridle
Sling. 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 Textile Bridle Sling 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 Textile Bridle Sling
will be used;
-Make sure that only qualified staff performs work with and on the Textile Bridle Sling (see Tab.
1);
-During use, comply with the applicable requirements for occupational safety and the work
instructions of the operator;
-Consider the conditions on-site;
-Observe the permissible angle of inclination (see Technical data in Chapter 4);
-Observe the maximum load capacity;
-Consider the additional tare weight of the Textile Bridle Sling:
-Any Damage that compromises safety must be repaired by an expert company;
-Perform all work with great care;
-Only use the Textile Bridle Sling with clearly legible identification tags;
-Hook unused legs into the oblong master link. Pay attention to load capacity reductions of the
used legs.
-Use in choker hitch (reduces load capacity by 20%).

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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 of non-guided loads;
-Observe the permissible load capacity: Tare weight of the individual components + load weight;
-Temperature range from -40 °C to + 80 °C ( Polypropylene PP);
-Temperature range from -40 °C to + 100 °C (polyesters PES, polyamide PA);
-Use and storage only indoors;
-Even and symmetrical load distribution during vertical lifting and lowering of the load;
-The load may only be lifted in the bottom of the hook and in the load direction.
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;
-Conveying people and animals;
-Transporting fluids and hazardous materials;
-Changes to the construction;
-If people linger under suspended load;
-In environments that are subject to explosion, or where there is exposure to salt, acid, toxic,
and/or alkaline substances;
-Do not knot and do not lead over sharp edges. Protect with edge protectors or clip-on sleeves;
-Hooks loaded at the tip;
-The angle of inclination of a leg greater than 60°C;
-Use and storage outdoors.
-Hook the round sling directly into the crane hook.
Chapter 3.3 does not guarantee completeness. Anything that is not expressly permitted falls under
improper use.