HSS Hire 68931 Troubleshooting guide

Electric &
Pneumatic
Hoists
Lift & Shift
Electrically and air operated hoists,
simple to install and easy to operate.
Operating & Safety Guide LS64
Allow a 10% safety margin to accommodate
dynamic forces that may arise during the course
of a lift.
If using an electric hoist…
Connect the power supply to the fixed plug on the
unit, (see illustration). Either using a suitable fly lead
or alternatively, a loose end cable drum (available
for hire from your local HSS Lift & Shift Depot).
All the hoist controls are found on the pendent.
To raise a load press the button with the up
arrow. To lower a load, press the button with the
down arrow.
There is a red
emergency stop
button on the
pendent, if pressed
the hoist will stop. To
reset the button turn
it clockwise until it
pops back out.
If using a pneumatic
hoist…
With the compressor
warmed up, and the
air supply valve
CLOSED, connect the air hose by pushing it on to
the valve and turning clockwise.
Anchor the delivery end of the air hose so that it is
not aimed at any person or property then, taking great
care, slightly open the air supply valve to clear the
hose of any debris. Now fully close the valve and
turn the compressor OFF.
Lay the hoist down on a clean firm surface,
confirm that its air valve is in the closed position,
and then connect the delivery hose in the same way
as to the compressor.
Fully open the air supply valve and start the
compressor.
To raise a load pull on the red control cord, to
lower a load pull on the white pull cord,
Attach the hoist to a suitable tested suspension or
anchorage point, using the body hook. Make sure
the gate is correctly closed before proceeding.
Where the item to be moved has a dedicated
lifting eye this should be used.
If the item has no lifting eye, suitable slings/chains
must be used.
Before lifting, ensure the load is free and not
restrained by fixings etc.
Determine the loads weight and centre of gravity
as accurately as possible.
Attach suitable slings/chains to the load and
attach to the lifting hook ensuring the hook is
not overcrowded and that the hooks gate
closes correctly.
Lift the load a nominal distance to check balance
and security of the load.
BASIC TECHNIQUES
Use tag lines to control long or bulky loads.
Once raised lower as soon as possible. DO NOT
leave the load suspended or unattended for
any reason.
Never push the equipment beyond its design
limits. If it will not do what you want with reasonable
ease and speed, assume you have the wrong tool for the
job. Contact your local HSS Lift & Shift Depot for advice.
Keep the equipment clean, you will find this less of a
chore if you clean it regularly, rather than wait until the
end of the hire period.
When not in use, store the equipment somewhere
clean, dry and safe from thieves and unauthorised
users.
Lower any raised load and detach from the
lifting hook.
Detach the hoist from its suspension point and
disconnect from the power/air supply and place in
the case provided ready for return to your local HSS
Lift & Shift Depot.
FINISHING OFF
EQUIPMENT CARE
Code 68931/2/61/2;
69104/5/7/8/9/11/2/3/4/6/21/2/6/32
©HSS Hire Service Group Plc 1999 No. LS64/01
Group Office: 25 Willow Lane, Mitcham, Surrey CR4 4TS
Web Site: http://www.hss-liftandshift.co.uk
Contact your local
0845 704 5116
Lift & Shift
…any comments?
If you have any suggestions to enable us to improve
the information within this guide please fax your
comments or write to the Product Manager at the
address below
Fax: [phone]
LS64/01
Body
Hook
Gate
Control
Cords
Gate
Lifting
Hook
Pneumatic Hoist
Air
Valve
Air Hose

For advice on the safety and suitability of this equipment
contact your local HSS Lift & Shift Depot.
There is a serious risk of personal injury if you do
not follow all instructions laid down in this guide.
This equipment is designed to be used by an able
bodied, competent adult who has read and
understood these instructions. Anyone with either a
temporary or permanent disability should seek expert
advice before using it.
Keep children, animals and bystanders away from
the work area. Cordon off a NO GO area using
cones and either barriers or tape, available for hire
from your local HSS Lift & Shift Depot.
Never use this equipment if you are ill,
feeling tired, or under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
Wear practical, protective clothing,
gloves, footwear and a protective
hard hat. Avoid loose garments and jewellery that could
catch in moving parts, tie back long hair.
Prevent hook overcrowding, with a ‘Bow’
shackle. Join lifting equipment with a ‘D’
shackle. Protect sharp edges to prevent load damage.
Use this equipment for vertical lifts only and
use on a level area able to take the combined
weight of the load and the equipment.
May be used at any angle for lifting, dragging
or pulling. Anchor to a safe, secure point able
to take the load force applied. Allow for contact
friction if dragging.
Ensure the load is balanced, stable and that
personnel stand clear of the raised load.
Use this type of equipment only on structures that
are able to bear its weight and its load.
Make sure you know how to operate this
equipment safely and are aware of its limitations
before you use it.
It is both the hirer’s and the operator’s responsibility
to perform a risk assessment before using this
equipment. You are also responsible for the safety of any
person in the work area.
Make sure that anyone in the immediate work area
is warned of what you are doing.
SAFETY WARNING
This equipment MUST NOT be used to carry or
lift personnel.
GENERAL SAFETY Do not shock load this equipment.
Never leave the equipment loaded or unattended.
Make sure the landing area is unobstructed and
able to accept the load in size and weight.
Never exceed the equipment’s safe working load,
see chart.
Always switch OFF and unplug the machine
before making adjustments to it.
Never carry or pull the equipment by its power
supply cable.
Check the condition of the equipment before use.
If it shows signs of damage or excessive wear, return it to
your local HSS Lift & Shift Depot.
HSS Electric Hoists must be provided with a
suitable 110V generated supply, or powered from
the mains via a suitable 110V transformer (minimum
3kVA tool rating).
If the equipment fails, or if its power supply cable or plug
becomes damaged, return it. Never try to repair it yourself.
Keep cables out of harm’s way, and clear of the work area.
Extension leads should be avoided, however, if
you have no alternative ensure it is fully unwound
and loosely coiled, away from the equipment.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Never run leads through water, over sharp edges or
where they could trip someone.
Using electrical equipment in very damp or wet
conditions can be dangerous.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, always
use a suitable RCD (Residual Current-Operated
Device) available from your local HSS Lift & Shift Depot.
Ensure the power socket is switched OFF before
plugging into the power supply.
Most HSS pneumatic hoists require a 125 cfm
compressor to run them. The air connections used
are the claw type quick action couplings.
If the tool fails, or if its hose or coupling gets
damaged, return it. Never try to repair it yourself.
Keep the air hose/s out of harm’s way, keep it clear
of moving parts. Never run them through water, over
sharp edges or where they could trip someone.
Never carry or pull the equipment by its air hose.
Never allow compressed air to travel down an air
hose which is not connected to an air tool or
securely anchored, this may cause personal injury.
Ensure the air supply is turned OFF before
connecting or disconnecting it from the air hose.
Isolate it from the air supply before making
any adjustments.
Double check that the hoist you have hired has a
sufficient Safe Working Load (SWL) for the item
being lifted.
Make sure that the hoist you have hired has a long
enough load chain.
Check and confirm that the suspension/anchorage
point is tested and certified to the equivalent (or
preferably greater) SWL of the hoist.
Visually inspect the hoist, paying special attention
to the condition of the chains and hooks.
Check that the lifting hook assembly has not been
looped between the chains. Looped chains will
damage the equipment and may cause the
equipment to fail during a lift.
Chains should be clean and free from dust,
dirt, moisture and grease. If the chain is gouged,
twisted or has distorted or damaged links DO
NOT USE IT, return it to your local HSS Lift &
Shift Depot.
Hooks MUST be distortion free and the gate must
return under spring load.
GETTING STARTED
AIR SAFETY
Comm SWL Height of
Code (kg) Lift (m)
Pneumatic Model
68931 1,000 10
68932 1,000 20
68961 6,000 10
68962 6,000 20
Comm SWL Height of
Code (ton) Lift (m)
Electric Model
69104 0.5 6
69105 0.5 9
69107 0.5 12
69108 0.5 15
69109 0.5 25
69111 1.0 6
69112 1.0 9
69113 1.0 12
69114 1.0 15
69116 1.0 25
69121 2.0 6
69122 2.0 12
69126 2.0 25
69132 3.0 15
Body
Hook
Gate
Gate
STOP
Button
UP
Button
DOWN
Button
Pendent
Lifting
Hook
SWL
Electric Hoist