
Important
• Before installingor operating the air hoist, carefully read and understand all of the instructions in
this manual in order to avoid accidents as a consequence of incorrect handling.
• All ofthe people who will install, operate or maintain the hoist, should read this manual.
• After reading, keep this manual available for maintenance and inspections.
• Be sure to abide by trade associations', local and national rules and regulations relating to safety.
• Strictly obey the contents described in this manual.
I. WARNIG - READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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If
the hoist is not used correctly, a serious accident may occur, such as dropping the load or
the hoist itself.
Observe the following instructions for safe operation.
• The following safety precautions should be posted in a conspicuous location.
1. General Handling
• Anyone who operates the hoist must know and observe the safety rules and regulations.
• Do not operate the hoist unless the contents of this manual and warnings on the caution
plate are completely known.
• Only allow qualified people to operate the hoist.
Do not operate the hoist without being qualified and familiar with the safety rules, etc.
• Installthe hoist properly and carefully.
• Be sureto check the hoist before each shift, and inspect it periodically.
2. Operation and Handling
• Never lift a load greater than the rated capacity of the hoist.
• Never use the hoist for lifting or lowering people, and never stand on a suspended load. ,
• Never operate the hoist if it is damaged or has a malfunction.
.• Never operate the hoist with the load chain in any of the following conditions:
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Twisted, kinked or deformed.
®When elongation or the reduction of diameter exceeds the service limits.
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Cracked, damaged or corroded.
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Improperlyengaged on the chain wheel.
• Never carry loads over people.
• Be certain there are no objects in the way of the load or hook when moving the hoist.
• Always stand clear of the load.
Neverwalk under a suspended load, and keep out of its area of projection.
Never place hands, feet, etc., under or between suspended loads.
• Never leave a load suspended for any extended period.
• Never use the load chain as a sling.
• Never use a load chain as a ground for welding.
Do not attach a welding electrode to the hoist or sling chain.
• Never use the upper and lower limit switches as a means of stopping the hoist -
these are emergency devices only.
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