Euromag FIX+100 User manual

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Sheet 10010
MAGNETIC TOOLS
PERMANENT LIFTING MAGNETS
APPLICATIONS
TECHNICAL DATA
Lifting and handling of flat and cylindrical
parts
Compact, solid. Safety factor coefficient of 3.
Delivered with test certificate and user manual.
ON/OFF lever locked by security system.
Visual checking of locking system.
REFERENCES
Weight [kg]
Dimensions [mm]
Force [kg]
L
B
H1
H2
B1
F
G
FIX+100
4,2
137
62
66
45
145
31,5
21
100
FIX+300
10,8
199
90
95
65
230
50
38
300
FIX+600
21,2
263
115
107
78
290
58
42
600
FIX+1000
42
303
150
140
88
360
64
50
1000

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MAGNETIC TOOLS
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL FOR FIXES+V2 MODELS
ATTENTION : please read this manual carefully before use
You have just purchased a EUROMAG lifting magnet and we thank you for the confidence you have placed in us.
This manual contains all the information necessary for optimal and safe use. Keep this manual carefully and store
it near the workstation.
Check upon delivery that the lifting magnet is complete and in good condition.
If you notice that the device is damaged and/or incomplete, contact your supplier.
The complete delivery includes:
- Permanent magnet carrier type FIX+V2
- The control lever.
- The user manual with the declaration of conformity including the test report
1. USE AND FEATURES
The permanent magnet carriers of the FIX range are mainly used to hold elements during lifting or handling
operations. They can lift and move flat or cylindrical steel loads and other magnetic materials. They are easy and
safe to use and have a simple and robust design.
2. DESIGN AND SPECIFICATION
2.1 Design :
The FIX+V2 range with permanent magnets has a strong magnetic field created by neodymium magnets. The
start and stop of the magnetic field is controlled by a manual lever. A ring is located on the top of the magnetic
carrier to allow lifting. A V-shaped profile on the base plate holds cylindrical loads.
2.2 Specifications
DETERMINATION OF THE LIFTING FORCE
This lifting force can be reduced by :
1Air gap between the load and the magnet, caused by: surface roughness, paper, paint, damage, presence
of burrs on both the load and the magnet. (see curves on the carrier).
2Low load thickness, which reduces the lifting force (see curves on the carrier).
The curves below are used to calculate the correction to be made (with a combination of the two factors
if necessary).
3Composition of the load to be lifted :

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The values mentioned in the tables above apply to E24 (S 235 JR) steel. For other materials, the lifting
force decreases according to the following percentages :
4Lenght and width of the load. A very long part will bulge (air gap).
5A reduced contact surface between the polar faces and the load.
6During the transport of the load, the magnet must be perfectly horizontal.
Never exceed the maximum weight and/or dimensions corresponding to the material thicknesses
mentioned in the tables.
Never place the magnet on a large hole or bore in the part.
A load must cover as much as possible all 2 poles (or equally).
HAZARDOUS APPLICATIONS
-Never lift several loads at once.
-Never lift a load by the narrowest side.
-Never put the lifting magnet with its longitudinal side in the longitudinal direction of the load.
3. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Never use this lifting magnet until you have read and understodd this manual.
1Persons wearing a
pacemaker or other
medical device may
only use the magnet
after consulting a
specialist (stay at least
2 metres away for
safety reasons).
2Never remove the warning and/or instruction signs from the device.
3Always use safety glasses, gloves, shoes and safety helmet.
4Never put yourself under the load.
5Never transport the load above or near other people.
6Never use this magnet as a means of anchoring, lifting, supporting or transporting people.
7Warn those present when lifting a load begins.
8Always use a hook with a safety tab.
9Ensure that the weight and dimensions of the load to be lifted do not exceed the CMU.
10 Never use a damaged or malfunctioning magnet.
11 Do not activate the magnet until it is placed on the load.
12 Do not deactivate the magnet until the load is placed on a stable surface.
13 Never lift more than one load at a time.
14 Never leave a suspended load unattended.
15 The temperature of the charge or environment must not exceed 80°C.
Max.
force
on flat
load
Max.
force
on
round
load
Min.
thickne
ss on
flat
load
Min-Max
round load
diameters
Max. load
length
Max. operating
temperature
(daN)
(daN)
(mm)
(mm)
(mm)
℃
FIX 100
100
50
15
25-60
1500
<80
FIX 300
300
150
20
50-100
1500
<80
FIX 600
600
300
30
100-180
2000
<80
FIX 1000
1000
500
40
150-350
2500
<80
Matériaux FIX+ 100 FIX+ 300 FIX+ 600 FIX+ 1000
(%) (kg) (kg) (kg) (kg)
Acier E24-2 (S235 JR) 100 100 300 600 1000
Acier A 50-2 (St 52) 96 96 288 576 960
Acier coulé 90 90 270 540 900
Acier inoxydable 430F 50 50 150 300 500
Fonte 45 45 135 270 450
Nickel 10 10 30 60 100
Acier inoxydable 304 0 0 0 0 0
Force de levage maximale pour différents matériaux

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16 Do not lift hazardous materials (explosive, radioactive, etc.)
17 Do not lift parts on which moving loads are placed.
18 Do not use in explosive atmospheres.
USE
Before using the lifting magnet, first read the safety instructions.
1 Before each use, check the condition of the magnet. Carefully wipe the magnet poles and the contact
surface of the load. Remove any burrs/irregularities that may be present.
2 Place the magnet on the load and position it so that the load remains horizontal during lifting (determine
the centre of gravity of the load as best you can).
3 Grasp the handle and arm the magnet by rotating the lever by about 135° until the safety device locks it
in the magnetization phase, thus preventing it from being deactivated. Once this has been checked, you can
release the lever.
4 Lift the load a few centimetres and then hit it hard to ensure a good grip. Never put yourself under the
load!
5 Guide the load by holding it by the corners. Avoid knocks, swings and shocks. Never put yourself under
the load and keep the load in a horizontal position!
6Carefully place the load on a stable support. Grasp the lever and unlock the safety device. Deactivate the
magnet by returning the lever to its initial position, at the stop. You can now release the lever.
Never arm or disarm the magnet while it is on a non-magnetic part or in the air.
Attention ! After neutralizing the magnet, a light load can remain stuck to the magnet.
Never release the lever until it is in the final position.
MAINTENANCE AND CONTROL OF THE LIFTING MAGNET
• Before each use :
Visually check the magnet assembly. Thoroughly clean the polar faces of the magnet and remove any alterations
or barbs, if necessary with a file. Do not use the magnet when you notice defects. Check the operation of the
lever and locking system.
• Every week :
Check the assembly for deformation, cracks or other defects. If the lifting eye is deformed or worn by more than
10%, it must be replaced. Check the nameplate for presence and legibility.
Check the condition of the poles. If they are defective, they must be machined by your supplier, and then check
the lifting force.
• Every year :
Have the lifting force of your magnet checked at least once a year by your supplier or an authorised agent.
Never use a damaged or incomplete lifting magnet.
The warranty on FIX+V2 models is 12 months. This warranty does not cover defects caused by:
1- non-observance of the operating and maintenance instructions or abnormal use
2- abnormal wear and tear
3- modification or repairs not carried out by Euromag or an authorised agent
When matching your lifting magnet, always indicate the date on the nameplate.