Digitus professional DN-16100-2 User manual

50 mm SlimLine Half Coupler 100 kg V1
Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands
Ordercode: 75001S/75001B
MANUAL
ENGLISH

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Table of contents
Warning...........................................................................................................................................................................2
Safety Instructions .....................................................................................................................................................2
Operating Determinations.......................................................................................................................................3
Rigging........................................................................................................................................................................3
Return Procedure......................................................................................................................................................4
Claims .........................................................................................................................................................................4
Description of the device.............................................................................................................................................5
Overview....................................................................................................................................................................5
Installation ......................................................................................................................................................................6
Set Up and Operation...................................................................................................................................................6
Inspection Before First Use .......................................................................................................................................6
Installing the Half Coupler........................................................................................................................................6
Maintenance..................................................................................................................................................................7
Inspection & Maintenance Intervals......................................................................................................................8
Regular Inspections...................................................................................................................................................8
Product Specifications..................................................................................................................................................8
Notes................................................................................................................................................................................9

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Warning
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving this product, carefully unpack the carton and check the contents to ensure
that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the dealer immediately and
retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself
shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a fixture must be
returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing.
Your shipment includes:
Showtec 50 mm SlimLine Half Coupler 100 kg
User manual
Safety Instructions
Every person involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this device has to:
be qualified
follow the instructions of this manual
Before use, please make sure that there is no damage caused by transportation.
Should there be any, consult your dealer and do not use the device.
To maintain perfect condition and to ensure a safe operation, it is absolutely necessary for the user to
follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this manual.
Please consider that damages caused by manual modifications to the device are not subject to
warranty.
This device contains no user-serviceable parts. Refer servicing to qualified technicians only.
IMPORTANT:
The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of
this manual or any unauthorized modification to the device.
Never remove warning or informative labels from the unit.
Never use or continue to work with a damaged or defective coupler.
Never use the coupler for loads that exceed the maximums provided in this manual (SWL: 100 kg).
Carefully inspect the coupler before use.
Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.
Always pay attention to local regulations, with respect to occupational health, safety and general
rules for safe working.
Always check the national standards and regulations of the country where the coupler is used.
All couplers should be visually inspected before use. In the event of any damage, the coupler should
be taken out of service and returned to an approved Showtec dealer for inspection.
Avoid contact with water or other liquids.

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Only operate the device after having familiarized with its functions.
Only move a load, after having made sure that the load is safely and correctly attached and that
there are no persons within the immediate vicinity of the hoist and/or the load.
Only use the coupler within the designed tube parameters (48-51 mm).
Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases.
Make sure that the device is not exposed to extreme heat, moisture or dust.
If device was dropped or struck, discontinue the use of the device. Have a qualified engineer
inspect for safety before operating.
If your Showtec device fails to work properly, discontinue the use immediately. Pack the unit securely
(preferably in the original packing material), and return it to your Showtec dealer for service.
It is not recommended to use couplers which do not fully encompass the tube for overhanging.
For adult use only. The device must be installed beyond the reach of children.
For semi-permanent installation applications, check integrity of welds, joints and coupler’s tightness
weekly.
The user is responsible for correct positioning and operating of the coupler. The manufacturer will not
accept liability for damages caused by the misuse or incorrect installation of this device.
Applications that are not described in this manual, are not allowed.
Installation, repairs and servicing must be carried out by a qualified technician.
WARRANTY: Till one year after date of purchase.
Operating Determinations
This device is not designed for permanent operation. Consistent operation breaks will ensure that the
device will serve you for a long time without defects.
If this device is operated in any other way than the one described in this manual, the product may
suffer damages and the warranty becomes void.
Any other operation may lead to serious damage and/or severe injuries.
You endanger your own safety and the safety of others!
Not permitted use
List of applications which the Half Coupler is not allowed to be used for.
Please note, that when an application is not included in this list, it does not mean that the use of the Half
Coupler is allowed. When in doubt, consult your Showtec dealer.
The use of lifting equipment for the transport of people is not permitted.
The "pulling loose" of jammed loads is prohibited.
Welding on the coupler is prohibited.
The hoisting or transporting of loads should be avoided, if there is anybody within the range of the
load.
It is prohibited to stay under a suspended load.
Loads should not be prolonged or unattended in a raised position.
The use of the couplers in a potentially explosive atmosphere is prohibited.
The coupler is not designed for continuous use.
Do not drop the coupler; the coupler should always be properly stored.
A defective or damaged coupler must not be used.
Rigging
Please follow the European and national guidelines concerning rigging, trussing and all
other safety issues.
Do not attempt the installation yourself!
Always have the inspections carried out by an authorized dealer!

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Return Procedure
Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing, call tags will not be issued.
Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Authorization Number (RMA number). Products returned
without an RMA number will be refused. Highlite will not accept the returned goods or any responsibility.
Call Highlite 0031-455667723 or mail [e-mail] and request an RMA prior to shipping the fixture.
Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number and a brief description of the cause for the
return. Be sure to properly pack fixture, any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging is the
customer’s responsibility. Highlite reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace
product(s). As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or double-boxing is always a safe method to use.
Note: If you are given an RMA number, please include the following information on a piece of paper
inside the box:
01) Your name
02) Your address
03) Your phone number
04) A brief description of the symptoms
Claims
The client has the obligation to check the delivered goods immediately upon delivery for any short-
comings and/or visible defects, or perform this check after our announcement that the goods are at their
disposal. Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper; therefore the damage must be
reported to the carrier upon receipt of merchandise.
It is the customer's responsibility to notify and submit claims with the shipper in the event that a fixture is
damaged due to shipping. Transportation damage has to be reported to us within one day after receipt
of the delivery.
Any return shipment has to be made post-paid at all times. Return shipments must be accompanied with
a letter defining the reason for return shipment. Non-prepaid return shipments will be refused, unless
otherwise agreed in writing.
Complaints against us must be made known in writing or by fax within 10 working days after receipt of the
invoice. After this period complaints will not be handled anymore.
Complaints will only then be considered if the client has so far complied with all parts of the agreement,
regardless of the agreement of which the obligation is resulting.

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Description of the device
Features
The 50 mm SlimLine Half Coupler has a slotted base, suitable for M10 nuts.
Maximum load capacity (SWL): 100 kg
Fixing: M10 bolt
Tube diameter: 48-51 mm
Material: Aluminum extrusion
Color: Metal (75001S), Black (75001B)
Overview
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Installation
Remove all packing materials from the 50 mm SlimLine Half Coupler. Check if all foam and plastic
padding is removed.
Damages caused by non-observance are not subject to warranty.
Set Up and Operation
Follow the directions below, as they pertain to your preferred operation mode.
Inspection Before First Use
Before the first use of the 50 mm SlimLine Half Coupler, it needs to be inspected by a competent person,
in order to rule out any damage sustained during transport or storage. This should happen at least once a
year.
When installing the Half Coupler, the user must make sure that the Half Coupler is operated in a safe way.
The strength and suitability of the suspension point should be checked in advance.
CAUTION
Before installation, operators must be instructed and
fully understand the safe use of the equipment.
Before each use, the Half Coupler has to be inspected on the following points:
Overall operation of the Half Coupler itself
Mounting of the Half Coupler onto the structure
Make sure that the Half Coupler shows no trace of visual defects
Installing the Half Coupler
01) Loosen the Half Coupler by turning the spindle counterclockwise
02) Open the Half Coupler.
03) Place the Half Coupler upon the tube.
04) Close and manually tighten the Half Coupler by turning the spindle clockwise. Do not exceed the
recommended tightening torque: 30 N-m (22lb-ft).
05) Make sure that the Half Coupler entirely encompasses the tube.
06) Place the load. When used with other accessories, make sure that the maximum SWL of any
component is not exceeded.
07) It is not recommended to use couplers which do not entirely encompass the tube for overhanging.
All open clamps should be used in a vertical orientation only.
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CAUTION
This product is not intended to be used as fall protection!
CAUTION
The maximum load capacity for the 50 mm SlimLine Half Coupler is 100 kg.
Do not exceed this rating.
CAUTION
Do not use the 50 mm SLimLine Compact Half Coupler to lift people or to lift loads
above people!
Maintenance
The operator has to make sure that safety-related and machine-technical installations are to be
inspected by an expert after every year in the course of an acceptance test.
The operator has to make sure that safety-related and machine-technical installations are to be
inspected by a skilled person once a year and more frequently if used intensively.
The following points have to be considered during the inspection:
01) All screws used for installing the device or parts of the device have to be tightly connected and
must not be corroded.
02) There may not be any deformations on housings, fixations and installation spots.
03) Mechanically moving parts like axles, eyes and others may not show any traces of wearing.
The 50 mm SlimLine Half Coupler requires almost no maintenance. However, you should keep the coupler
clean. Wipe with a damp cloth. Do not immerse in liquid. Do not use alcohol or solvents.
All inspections and any actions taken, must be documented in writing.
After using the coupler, any dirt needs to be removed.
Always store the coupler in a dry environment, to prevent corrosion.
Repairs may only be carried out by experts that are authorized in writing by Highlite International.
In case that repairs or modifications are carried out by unauthorized personnel, the warranty and
product liability will become void. Only use original parts for repairs.

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Inspection & Maintenance Intervals
The following inspection and maintenance intervals apply for normal use. In case of use in harsh
environment, such as regular deployment at full load or use in a hot / dusty or otherwise aggressive
environment, the indicated intervals should be shortened.
When
commissioning Daily inspection 1st maintenance
after 3 months
Inspection /
maintenance
annually
Check screw / bolt connections X X X X
Check spindle mechanism for proper
functioning X X X X
Check for any deformations X X X X
Check and lubricate spindle mechanism X
Regular inspection by an expert X
Regular Inspections
Regardless of national rules in the country of use, the Half Coupler has to be inspected by an expert, at
least once a year.
In case of heavy/frequent usage, the inspection and maintenance intervals need to be more
regular.
Check the Half Coupler carefully, to make sure that there are no unusual noises that could indicate
faults or excessive wear.
Make sure all bolts and nuts are tight and check presence and legibility of the type plate.
Product Specifications
Model: Showtec 50 mm SlimLine Half Coupler, SWL: 100 kg
Tube diameter: 48-51 mm
Material: Aluminum extrusion
Color: Metal (75001S), Black (75001B)
Operation:
Maximum load capacity (SWL): 100 kg
Fixing: M10 bolt
Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Website: www.Showtec.info
Email: [email protected]

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