HTV NICO User manual

HOOKS TANIA VERDU, S.L.
Pol. Ind. de Raos, Ed. Puerta de Santander s/n
39011 Santander (CANTABRIA)
USER’S MANUAL
NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
This User’s Manual is given to the user by HOOKS TANIA VERDU, S.L. and is supplied
together with the NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK, on the undertaking by the user that it will
be read and understood by all workers before performing any operations with the NICO
AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
MANUFACTURER’S SIGNATURE/STAMP USER’S SIGNATURE/STAMP

NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION
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2.
INTRODUCTION TO THE COMPANY
3.
IDENTIFICATION OF THE EQUIPMENT
4. INTENDED USE
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4.1. NON-
INTENDED AND INCORRECT USE
5.
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
5.1.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
5.2. MAIN PARTS
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5.3.
GENERAL DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
5.4. LIFTING CAPACITY
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6. SAFETY
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6.1. GENERAL SAFETY RULES
6.2.
MEANING OF THE SAFETY WARNINGS
7.
TRANSPORT OF THE EQUIPMENT
.
OPERATION OF THE EQUIPMENT
.1.
BEFORE BEGINNING TO WORK
.2.
INSTALLING, RECHARGING AND REPLACING THE BATTERY
.3. LEFT- AND RIGHT-HAND
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.4. REMOTE CONTROL
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.4.1.
JOINT CONFIGURATION OF REMOTE CONTROL AND NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
.4.1.1.
CONFIGURATION OF THE NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
.4.2.
CONFIGURATION OF HTV REMOTE CONTROL
.4.3.
CHANGING THE REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY
.4.4.
OPERATION BY REMOTE CONTROL
.5.
COUPLING THE NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK TO A LOAD
.6.
COUPLING THE LOAD TO THE NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
.6.1.
MANUAL COUPLING OF THE LOAD
.6.2.
COUPLING THE LOAD BY REMOTE CONTROL
.7. MOVING THE LOAD
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. . RELEASI
NG THE LOAD FROM THE NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
. .1.
MANUAL UNCOUPLING OF THE LOAD
. .2.
RELEASE OF THE LOAD BY REMOTE CONTROL
.9.
UNCOUPLING THE NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK FROM THE LOAD
9. MAINTENANCE
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NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
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INTRODUCTION TO THE COMPANY
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IDENTIFICATION OF THE EQUIPMENT
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INTENDED AND INCORRECT USE
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................................
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
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GENERAL DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
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MEANING OF THE SAFETY WARNINGS
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TRANSPORT OF THE EQUIPMENT
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OPERATION OF THE EQUIPMENT
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BEFORE BEGINNING TO WORK
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INSTALLING, RECHARGING AND REPLACING THE BATTERY
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SIDE OPERATION ................................
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JOINT CONFIGURATION OF REMOTE CONTROL AND NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
CONFIGURATION OF THE NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
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CONFIGURATION OF HTV REMOTE CONTROL
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CHANGING THE REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY
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OPERATION BY REMOTE CONTROL
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COUPLING THE NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK TO A LOAD
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LIFTING DEVICE
COUPLING THE LOAD TO THE NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
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MANUAL COUPLING OF THE LOAD
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COUPLING THE LOAD BY REMOTE CONTROL
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NG THE LOAD FROM THE NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
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MANUAL UNCOUPLING OF THE LOAD
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RELEASE OF THE LOAD BY REMOTE CONTROL
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UNCOUPLING THE NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK FROM THE LOAD
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LIFTING DEVICE
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JOINT CONFIGURATION OF REMOTE CONTROL AND NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
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LIFTING DEVICE
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LIFTING DEVICE
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NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
10.
GENERAL RULES FOR MAINTENANCE
11.
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
12. CLEANING
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13. STORAGE
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13.1.
PREPARATION OF THE EQUIPMENT FOR USE AFTER STORAGE
14. PARTS LIST
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14.1. TWISTLOCK PIN
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14.2. BATTERY
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14.3. MAINBOARD
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14.4.
TWISTLOCK EXTRACTOR ASSEMBLY
14.5.
CHASSIS ASSEMBLY
14.6.
REAR BOARD COVER ASSEM
15.
ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
16.
SCHEMATIC REPRESENTATION OF PNEUMATIC CIRCUIT
17. WARRANTY
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1 .
MAINTENANCE CHECKSHEET
19.
CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
GENERAL RULES FOR MAINTENANCE
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PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
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PREPARATION OF THE EQUIPMENT FOR USE AFTER STORAGE
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TWISTLOCK EXTRACTOR ASSEMBLY
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CHASSIS ASSEMBLY
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REAR BOARD COVER ASSEM
BLY................................
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ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
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SCHEMATIC REPRESENTATION OF PNEUMATIC CIRCUIT
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MAINTENANCE CHECKSHEET
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CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
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NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
1. INTRODUCTION
Please note that the
primary
safety of all those who work
Automatic TwistLock, as well
For the above reasons, we
strongly
useful advice about the
proper
This instruction manual
should
kept close by at all times.
Please
This equipment must be
handled,
aware of the specific
dangers
understanding of the safety
standards
The manufacturer is not
responsible
made to this lifting accessory
or in the case of improper
use
WARNING! DO
AUTOMATIC
TWISTLOCK
NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
primary
objective of the advice contained in the
following
with or find themselves in the operational area
close
as providing a detailed explanation of its correct
use
strongly
urge you to carefully read this manual
which
proper
use and maintenance of the
NICO Automatic TwistLock
should
be considered an integral part of the
equipment
Please
ensure it is kept in good condition.
handled,
serviced and repaired only by those who
are
dangers
and risks that may be involved and who
standards
required.
responsible
for any consequences that may result
from
without the express and written authorisation of
use
of the equipment.
NOT ATTEMPT TO USE OR OPERATE THE
NICO
TWISTLOCK
BEFORE READING THIS MANUAL
.
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following
pages is the
close
to the NICO
use
and handling.
which
will provide
NICO Automatic TwistLock
.
equipment
and must be
are
familiar with and
have a detailed
from
modifications
the manufacturer,
NICO
.

NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
2.
INTRODUCTION TO THE
HOOKS TANIA VERDU, S.L.
for this reason, bases its
commercial
establishment of fruitful and
rewarding
With a view to facilitating
as
company vehicles are used
HTV technicians is fast
and
equipment maintenance and
updating,
Name of the
company:
Address:
Tax
Identification
Number:
Telephone:
Email:
Website
3.
IDENTIFICATION OF TH
An identification plate can be
•
MÁQUINA / ACCESORIO:
•MODELO:
indicates the automatic 8 tonne TwistLock model
•CARGA MÁXIMA:
shows
•Nº DE SERIE:
indicates
being assigned by
the
•AÑO: shows the
year
NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
INTRODUCTION TO THE
COMPANY
HOOKS TANIA VERDU, S.L.
(HTV) places special emphasis on the quality
of
commercial
strategy on practical
demonstrations
rewarding
relationships with its clients.
as
close a connection as possible between
market
as technical-commercial mobile units. This
ensures
and
efficient, and allows the creation of client
-
updating,
as well as providing equipment rental
services
MAIN DATA OF THE COMPANY
HOOKS TANIA VERDU, S.L.
Pol. Ind. de Raos, Ed. Puerta de Santander s/n
39011 Santander (CANTABRIA)
B25775248
[phone]
[e-mail]
www.hookshtv.com
IDENTIFICATION OF TH
E EQUIPMENT
found on the back of the casing with the
following
MÁQUINA / ACCESORIO:
indicates this is an automatic TwistLock.
indicates the automatic 8 tonne TwistLock model
.
shows
the maximum lifting capacity of the
equipment
indicates
the serial number of the equipment, with
the
manufacturer to each separate device to
ensure
year
of manufacture.
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of
its products and,
demonstrations
leading to the
market
and product,
ensures
the work of
-
based routes for
services
.
Pol. Ind. de Raos, Ed. Puerta de Santander s/n
following
information:
equipment
.
a unique number
ensure
traceability.

NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
4. INTENDED USE
The NICO Automatic TwistLock
for coupling to a lifting
device,
referencia.
¡Error! No se encuentra el origen de la referencia.
When the
NICO Automatic TwistLock
is the manipulation of loads
coupled
section
¡Error! No se encuentra el origen de la referencia.
de la referencia. .
The loads coupled to the
NICO Automatic TwistLock
¡Error! No se encuentra el origen de la referencia.
referencia. . In addition,
the
operational working range of
-
The slings, chains,
shackles,
must have a working
coefficient
4.1. NON-
INTENDED AND INCORRE
The
NICO Automatic TwistLock
following conditions:
•To lift people or
animals.
•By a worker who
has
of the load-lifting
device
•If the safety systems
have
•If the equipment has
not
•If the load exceeds
the
lifting accessory.
•If any component
has
If this NICO device is used
for
instructions in this User’s
Manual
null and void and the user
will
improper and/or non-
intended
NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
The NICO Automatic TwistLock
is a lifting accessory that has been designed
and
device,
as described in section
¡Error! No se encuentra el origen de la
¡Error! No se encuentra el origen de la referencia.
.
NICO Automatic TwistLock
has been coupled to a load-lifting
device,
coupled
in turn to the
NICO Automatic TwistLock
¡Error! No se encuentra el origen de la referencia.
¡Error! No se encuentra el origen
NICO Automatic TwistLock
must not exceed those
indicated
¡Error! No se encuentra el origen de la referencia.
¡Error! No se encuentra el origen de la
the
NICO Automatic TwistLock must not be
used
-
20ºC to + 85ºC, nor can it be used in explosive
atmospheres
shackles,
eyebolts, cables, hooks, etc., used to raise
the
coefficient
equal to or higher than 4.
INTENDED AND INCORRE
CT USE
NICO Automatic TwistLock
must not be used for the following
purposes
animals.
has
not fully read and understood this User’s
Manual
device
to which it is coupled.
have
been interfered with.
not
been subjected to proper maintenance and
servicing.
the
limits as determined for the load-lifting
device
has
been modified, damaged or is missing.
for
any purpose other than that for which it was
designed,
Manual
are not strictly adhered to, the terms of
the
will
be solely responsible for any consequences
intended
use.
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and
manufactured
¡Error! No se encuentra el origen de la
device,
its intended use
NICO Automatic TwistLock
, as described in
¡Error! No se encuentra el origen
indicated
in section
¡Error! No se encuentra el origen de la
used
outside the
atmospheres
.
the
lifting accessory
purposes
or under the
Manual
and the manual
servicing.
device
and/or the load-
designed,
or if the
the
warranty will be
resulting from its

NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
5.
CHARACTERISTICS OF T
5.1.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The NOA automatic shackle
is
with a lifting device capable
of
The lifting capacity of the
NOA
method employed in its use
¡Error! No se encuentra el origen de la referencia.
The NICO Automatic TwistLock
shackle
which in turn is coupled to the corresponding load
accessories. The load to be handled is attached in
pin (see
Figure 1 – Coupling areas
areas
The load is attached through the action of the
while the load to be handled necessarily requires corner fittings for shipping containers which
comply with ISO 1161, such that the TwistLock can fully engage with the corner fitting.
The NICO Automatic TwistLoc
position of the pin (open /
intermediate
equipment when the pin is
located
operator.
NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
CHARACTERISTICS OF T
HE NICO AUTOMATIC TWIST
LOCK
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
OF THE NICO AUTOMATI
C TWISTLOCK
is
a load-lifting accessory which has been
designed
of
supporting and lifting such loads.
NOA
Automatic Shackle depends on the model,
configuration
(see section
¡Error! No se encuentra el origen de la referencia.
¡Error! No se encuentra el origen de la referencia.
for more information).
The NICO Automatic TwistLock
is coupled in the upper coupling area
to
which in turn is coupled to the corresponding load
-
lifting device by means of lifting
accessories. The load to be handled is attached in
the lower coupling area of the TwistLock
areas
).
Figure 1 – Coupling areas
The load is attached through the action of the
pneumatically driven pin of the NICO device,
while the load to be handled necessarily requires corner fittings for shipping containers which
comply with ISO 1161, such that the TwistLock can fully engage with the corner fitting.
The NICO Automatic TwistLoc
k has LED signalling lights which inform
the
intermediate
position / closed), preventing the
located
in an intermediate position or its position
is
Upper coupling area
Lower coupling area
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LOCK
C TWISTLOCK
designed
to move loads
configuration
and the
¡Error! No se encuentra el origen de la referencia.
to
an authorised
lifting device by means of lifting
the lower coupling area of the TwistLock
pneumatically driven pin of the NICO device,
while the load to be handled necessarily requires corner fittings for shipping containers which
comply with ISO 1161, such that the TwistLock can fully engage with the corner fitting.
the
operator of the
risk of using the
is
unknown to the

NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
5.2. MAIN PARTS
1.
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2.
-
3.
-
4.
-
5.
-
6.
-
7.
-
8.
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9.
-
10.
-
11.
-
12.
-
13.
-
7
6
3
5
1
NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
-
TwistLock
-
LED lighting
-
TwistLock extractor
-
Manual twist operation button
-
Restraining nut
-
Piston clevis
-
Eye bolt support
-
Pneumatic piston
-
Battery
-
Battery positioner
-
Casing
-
Pneumatic components cover
-
Manual valve
4
8
9
11
10
13
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2
12

NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
5.3.
GENERAL DIMENSIONS A
The general dimensions
expressed in millimetres:
As this NICO device weighs approximately
used at all times
NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
GENERAL DIMENSIONS A
ND WEIGHT
of the NICO Automatic TwistLock are
shown
Figure 2 – Right hand
Figure 3 – Left hand
As this NICO device weighs approximately
40 kg
, appropriate
means
for its transportation.
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shown
below and
means
must be

NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
5.4.
LIFTING CAPACITY
The NICO Automatic TwistLock has been designed to bear a vertical load of
Verification is given in this Technical File of the articles which are applicable to the NICO
Automatic TwistLock and which form part
UNE-EN 13155.
Cranes. Safety. Non
UNE 58132-3.
Lifting appliances. Rules for the design. Part 3: Calculation of structures
and joints
UNE-EN 1677-1.
Components for slings. Safety. Part 1: Forged s
Grade 8.
UNE 58112-1.
Cranes and lifting appliances. Classification. Part 1: General
The user must verify prior to use of the NICO Automatic TwistLock that the mounted shackle
complies with at least the same load requirements as those f
The load capacities indicated are defined for a working temperature range of between
and + 85ºC
. Should operation of the device be required outside the above temperature range,
please contact
HOOKS TANIA VERDU, S.L.
To ensure user safety, the NICO devices have been subjected to static tests with a minimum
coefficient of 1.5.
This device has been designed strictly for use in a vertical position.
NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
LIFTING CAPACITY
The NICO Automatic TwistLock has been designed to bear a vertical load of
Verification is given in this Technical File of the articles which are applicable to the NICO
Automatic TwistLock and which form part
of the following Standards:
Cranes. Safety. Non
-fixed load lifting attachments.
Lifting appliances. Rules for the design. Part 3: Calculation of structures
Components for slings. Safety. Part 1: Forged s
teel components,
Cranes and lifting appliances. Classification. Part 1: General
The user must verify prior to use of the NICO Automatic TwistLock that the mounted shackle
complies with at least the same load requirements as those f
or the NICO Automatic TwistLock.
The load capacities indicated are defined for a working temperature range of between
. Should operation of the device be required outside the above temperature range,
HOOKS TANIA VERDU, S.L.
To ensure user safety, the NICO devices have been subjected to static tests with a minimum
This device has been designed strictly for use in a vertical position.
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The NICO Automatic TwistLock has been designed to bear a vertical load of
8 Tonnes.
Verification is given in this Technical File of the articles which are applicable to the NICO
Lifting appliances. Rules for the design. Part 3: Calculation of structures
teel components,
Cranes and lifting appliances. Classification. Part 1: General
.
The user must verify prior to use of the NICO Automatic TwistLock that the mounted shackle
or the NICO Automatic TwistLock.
The load capacities indicated are defined for a working temperature range of between
-20ºC
. Should operation of the device be required outside the above temperature range,
To ensure user safety, the NICO devices have been subjected to static tests with a minimum
This device has been designed strictly for use in a vertical position.

NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
6. SAFETY
6.1.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Always remember that load
lifting
cannot cover all
eventualities
and rules are designed to
avoid
All workers who use this
equipment
1. Before using the
equipment,
manual and that any
other
2. Do not omit any
sections
sections which
contain
a common cause of
accidents
3. The operator should
have
of the risks that its
use
4. Before conducting
any
determine its weight
dangerous material
and
5. DO NOT lift, bear
the
equipment.
6. The NICO
equipment
with a load capacity
equal
7. Ensure that the
NICO Automatic TwistLock
have sufficient lifting
capacity
is in good working
condition
8. Decide on the
access
prepared. Make sure
9. During the lifting
operation,
signalling.
10. The NICO
equipment
controlled and safe
manner
11. Exercise your right
to
condition, the
weight
considering the
capacity
12. Use appropriate
individual
13. Wear suitable
clothing
and safety gloves to
handle
which it is coupled.
NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
lifting
operations are complex by nature, and
that
eventualities
given the high number of variables involved.
All
avoid
personal injury and material damage.
equipment
must comply with the following general
safety
equipment,
make sure you have read and
understood
other
person under your charge has also read it.
sections
of this manual and pay special attention to
contain
a warning sign. Non-observance of such
warnings
accidents
.
have
a good understanding of the method used
for
use
implies.
any
load-lifting operation, examine the load that
is
and dimensions, whether it contains any
type
and
where the load will be placed.
the
weight of or transport people and/or
animals
equipment
must be coupled to a load-lifting device by
means
equal
to or higher than that of the load to be lifted
.
NICO Automatic TwistLock
, load-lifting device and
lifting
capacity
for the load in question, and check that
condition
.
access
routes to deposit the load and check that
that the load is free to move and that no
obstacles
operation,
maintain good communication with
those
equipment
and the load-lifting device must be handled
manner
.
to
refuse to use the equipment if you have
concerns
weight
of the load, the height that the load has
to
capacity
of the load-lifting device, etc.
individual
protective equipment for each task.
clothing
and avoid loose-fitting clothes; use safety
footwear,
handle
any part of the NICO equipment or load-
lifting
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that
safety guidelines
All
safety measures
safety
rules:
understood
this
those
warnings
is
for
load-lifting and
is
to be lifted and
type
of hazardous or
animals
using NICO
means
of a shackle
.
lifting
accessories
all the equipment
they are properly
obstacles
are in the way.
those
responsible for
gently, and in a
concerns
about its
to
be lifted when
footwear,
a safety hat
lifting
machinery to

NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
14. Never perform, for
any
equipment is
coupled
connected.
15. Please read carefully
condition.
16. Since the weight of
the
it manually. Instead,
use
6.2.
MEANING OF THE SAFET
The
NICO Automatic TwistLock
obligations and precautions
that
meaning of each label and
pictogram.
the equipment is in use.
Workers
below.
Ensure that the labels and
plates
illegible, please contact
HOOKS TANIA VERDU, S.L.
PICTOGRAM
PERSONAL
PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT
NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
any
reason, repair or maintenance operations
coupled
to a load-lifting device or when electrical
all plates and pictograms. Make sure they are
legible
the
NICO equipment is over 25 kg, do not
attempt
use
appropriate tools and machinery for its
transport
MEANING OF THE SAFET
Y WARNINGS
NICO Automatic TwistLock
has various labels and plates to
inform
that
must be taken into consideration. The Tables
pictogram.
Also shown are the pictograms for
worker
Workers
should use the individual protective
equipment
plates
are kept in good condition. If they are
damaged
HOOKS TANIA VERDU, S.L.
and they will be
replaced
MEANING
Gloves must be worn when
working
equipment
Safety footwear must be worn
equipment.
A safety helmet must be worn
proximity of the load-lifting
device
NICO Automatic TwistLock
when
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when the NICO
components are
legible
and in good
attempt
to lift or transport
transport
.
inform
the user of the
below explain the
worker
safety when
equipment
as described
damaged
or become
replaced
immediately.
working
with this
when using this
if you are in the
device
coupled to the
when
it is in use.

NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
PICTOGRAM
/ PLA
SAFETY IN
THE WORK
ENVIRONMENT
In addition, the
NICO Automatic TwistLock
the user the position of the
pin
When the LEDs are green
the
container corner fitting), when the LEDs are blue
intermediate position in the
process
is open
(aligned with the hole of the container corner fi
NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
/ PLA
TE MEANING
The User’s Manual must
be
and understood before
beginning
with the machine to
reduce
Ensure that a safe
distance
any workers and the
equipment
use, especially during
the
uncoupling of loads, due
to
or impact with the load or
itself. This pictogram must
be
NICO Automatic TwistLock
has a three-colour LED system
which
pin
during load coupling and uncoupling
operations
the
pin is closed
(at an angle of 90º with respect to the hole
container corner fitting), when the LEDs are blue
it indicates that the pin
is
process
of being opened/closed) and when the
LEDs
(aligned with the hole of the container corner fi
tting).
OPEN PIN
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be
carefully read
beginning
to work
reduce
potential risks.
distance
is kept between
equipment
when in
the
lifting and
to
the risk of a fall
the equipment
be
clearly visible.
which
indicates to
operations
.
(at an angle of 90º with respect to the hole
of the
is
in motion (in an
LEDs
are red the pin

NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
MOVING PIN
CLOSED PIN
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NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
7.
TRANSPORT OF THE EQU
In order to transport the
NICO
which it was delivered (Figur
e
Under exceptional
circumstances,
not available, it should be
placed
holes (Figure 5):
Figure 5
NEVER place
NICO
in their
respective
integrity of
the
falls or
impacts
Screw holes
NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
TRANSPORT OF THE EQU
IPMENT
NICO
equipment it should be placed vertically inside
the
e
4).
Figure 4
circumstances,
when the equipment has to be moved and
the
placed
on a flat, stable surface and be fastened to
NICO
equipment on top of other NICO
equipment
respective
protective cases. Only in this way can
the
various NICO devices be ensured to avoid
damage
impacts
.
Screw holes
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the
original case in
the
original case is
it via the 4 screw
equipment
unless they are
the stability and
damage
caused by
Transport
case

NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
8.
OPERATION OF THE EQU
Before considering how the
equipment
to avoid unnecessary risks.
8.1.
BEFORE BEGINNING TO
Before beginning to work
with
1. Read this User’s
Manual,
Automatic TwistLock
2. Make sure that
everybody
place and the
specific
3. Check the general
integrity
especially the
coupling
4.
Check that eye bolt and shackle are appropriate for use with
device, and check that the lifting capacities of the load
accessories used are sufficient for the load in question
5. Given the weight of
the
Use appropriate
tools
6. Check that the
operator
use and is situated in
7. Ensure personal
protection
(PPE) as described
in
results from the use
and/or
8.2.
INSTALLING, RECHARGI
The battery is activated
by
equipment.
Once the battery has been
charged,
as explained below:
1. Insert the battery in
the
2. Slide the battery
into
battery).
NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
OPERATION OF THE EQU
IPMENT
equipment
is operated, please read the following
BEFORE BEGINNING TO
WORK
with
the equipment, you must:
Manual,
as well as that of the load-lifting device
to
will be coupled and any manual for accessories
that
everybody
near the equipment is aware of the
operations
specific
nature of the load-lifting action.
integrity
of the structure of the equipment and its
coupling
points.
Check that eye bolt and shackle are appropriate for use with
the load and the
device, and check that the lifting capacities of the load
-
lifting device and any
accessories used are sufficient for the load in question
.
the
NICO equipment, do not attempt manual
handling
tools
and machinery for its transport.
operator
of the load-lifting device has the
corresponding
a position that does not entail any risk of
crushing
protection
by using the appropriate Personal
Protective
in
this Manual. Failing to observe this advice
increases
and/or
maintenance of the equipment.
INSTALLING, RECHARGI
NG AND REPLACING THE
BATTERY
by
connecting and disconnecting the charger
supplied
charged,
it is ready to be installed in the
NICO Automatic TwistLock
the
device (Figure 6 – Insert battery).
into
position, until the positioner holds it in place
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sections carefully
to
which the NICO
that
are used s.
operations
about to take
correct operation,
the load and the
NICO
lifting device and any
handling
or transport.
corresponding
permit for its
crushing
by the load.
Protective
Equipment
increases
any risk that
BATTERY
supplied
with the
NICO Automatic TwistLock
,
(Figure 7 – Slide

NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
To remove the battery
perform
positioner (Figure 8 –
Battery positioner
The battery has a charge
indicator,
LED indicators which will
then
Figure 6 – Insert
battery
NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
Figure 7 –
Slide battery
perform
the same operation in reverse after first
pressing
Battery positioner
).
º
Figure 8 – Battery positioner
indicator,
which can be consulted by pressing a
button
then
show the present battery charge level (Figure 9
Figure 9 – Battery level
battery
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Slide battery
pressing
the battery
button
next to the
– ).

NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
8.3. LEFT- AND RIGHT-
HAND
This lifting accessory has been designed to allow it to work with the TwistLock pin to the right or
to the left so it can be attached to any of the corner fi
Following is a description of the process required to
operation or vice-versa.
The process basically involves removing the TwistL
it in the opposite direction:
Firstly, remove the KM pin used to hold the TwistLock pin in place
Re
move the pin which connects the clevis of the pneumatic cylinder to the
Figure
Remove the 4 Allen screws which hold in place the
the pin and guider:
NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
HAND
-SIDE OPERATION
This lifting accessory has been designed to allow it to work with the TwistLock pin to the right or
to the left so it can be attached to any of the corner fi
ttings of the cage or container
Following is a description of the process required to
change from left to r
The process basically involves removing the TwistL
ock pin and refitting
Firstly, remove the KM pin used to hold the TwistLock pin in place
:
Figure 10 – Removal of KM nut.
move the pin which connects the clevis of the pneumatic cylinder to the
TwistLock pin
Figure
11 – Detail of cylinder clevis connection.
Remove the 4 Allen screws which hold in place the
guider for the TwistLock pin, and remove
Figure 12 – Remove TwistLock pin
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This lifting accessory has been designed to allow it to work with the TwistLock pin to the right or
ttings of the cage or container
.
change from left to r
ight-hand-side
ock pin and refitting
TwistLock pin
:
guider for the TwistLock pin, and remove

NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
Reassemble the TwistLock pin inserting it the other way round and reversing the procedure
described above:
Figur
8.4.
REMOTE CONTROL
The equipment can be
remote
conditions. The presence of
objects
this maximum distance.
8.4.1.
JOINT CONFIGURATION OF REMOTE CONTROL AND
TWISTLOCK
It is possible to separately
operate
using the same remote
control,
TwistLocks (Group 1) can
be
Automatic TwistLocks (
Group
EQUIP CODE: Equipment
code,
GROUP: Code of the group
to
TwistLock belongs.
This procedure must only be carried out by appropriately trained
When carrying out this procedure it should be remembered that the KM nut has
a self-
locking washer which must be reinstalled.
NICO AUTOMATIC TWISTLOCK
Reassemble the TwistLock pin inserting it the other way round and reversing the procedure
Figur
e 13 – Reassembly of Twistlock pin
REMOTE CONTROL
remote
controlled from a maximum distance of
300
objects
between the remote control and the
equipment
JOINT CONFIGURATION OF REMOTE CONTROL AND
NICO AUTOMATIC
operate
two different groups of NICO
equipment
control,
in such a way that one set of various
be
controlled independently from another set
Group
2).
code,
which must be the same as that of the
transmitter
to
which the receiver of the corresponding NICO
Automatic
This procedure must only be carried out by appropriately trained
workers.
When carrying out this procedure it should be remembered that the KM nut has
locking washer which must be reinstalled.
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Reassemble the TwistLock pin inserting it the other way round and reversing the procedure
300
m under optimal
equipment
may reduce
NICO AUTOMATIC
equipment
(code GROUP)
NICO Automatic
of various NICO
transmitter
control.
Automatic
workers.
When carrying out this procedure it should be remembered that the KM nut has