KITO TNER Series User manual

© HARRINGTON HOISTS, INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Owner’s Manual
THEATRICAL
CHAIN HOIST
TNER
SERIES
1/2 Ton through 2 Ton Capacity
EFFECTIVE: June 28, 2022
Code, Lot and Serial Number

This equipment should not be installed, operated, or
maintained by any person who has not read and understood
all the contents of this manual. Failure to read and comply
with the contents of this manual can result in serious bodily
injury or death, and/or property damage.

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Table of Contents
Section Page Number
1.0 Important Information and Warnings ……………………………………………………………………… 4
1.1 Terms and Summary
1.2 Warning Tags and Labels
2.0 Technical Information…………………………………………………………………………….…………. 8
2.1 Specifications
2.2 Dimensions
3.0 Preoperational Procedures ………………………………………………………………………………..10
3.1 Gearbox
3.2 Chain
3.3 Mounting Location
3.4 Mounting the Hoist
3.5 Electrical Connections
3.6 Preoperational Checks and Trial Operation
4.0 Operation …………………………………………………………………………………………………... 16
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Shall’s and Shall Not’s for Operation
4.3 Hoist Controls
5.0 Inspection ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 19
5.1 General
5.2 Inspection Classification
5.3 Frequent Inspection
5.4 Periodic Inspection
5.5 Occasionally Used Hoists
5.6 Inspection Records
5.7 Inspection Methods and Criteria

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Section Page Number
6.0 Maintenance & Handling …………………………………………………………………………………. 26
6.1 Lubrication – Load Chain, Hooks and Gearbox
6.2 Motor Brake
6.3 Load Chain
6.4 Friction Clutch
6.5 Storage
6.6 Outdoor Installation
7.0 Troubleshooting …………………………………………………………………………………………… 32
8.0 Warranty …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 35
9.0 Parts List …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 36
Appendix A: Wiring Diagram …………………………...………………………………………………………… 53

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1.0 Important Information and Warnings
1.1 Terms and Summary
This manual provides important information for personnel involved with the installation, operation and maintenance
of this product. Although you may be familiar with this or similar equipment, it is strongly recommended that you read
this manual before installing, operating or maintaining the product.
Danger, Warning, Caution and Notice
Throughout this manual there are steps and procedures that can present hazardous situations. The following signal
words are used to identify the degree or level of hazard seriousness.

Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury, and property damage.

Warning indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury, and property damage.

Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result minor or
moderate injury or property damage.

Notice is used to notify people of installation, operation, or maintenance information which is
important but not directly hazard-related.

These general instructions deal with the normal installation, operation, and maintenance situations encountered with
the equipment described herein. The instructions should not be interpreted to anticipate every possible contingency
or to anticipate the final system, crane, or configuration that uses this equipment. For systems using the equipment
covered by this manual, the supplier and owner of the system are responsible for the system’s compliance with all
applicable industry standards, and with all applicable federal, state and local regulations/codes.
This manual includes instructions and parts information for a variety of hoist types. Therefore, all instructions and
parts information may not apply to any one type or size of specific hoist. Disregard those portions of the instructions
that do not apply.
Record your hoist’s Code, Lot and Serial Number on the front cover of this manual for identification and future
reference to avoid referring to the wrong manual for information or instructions on installation, operation, inspection,
maintenance, or parts.
Use only Harrington authorized replacement parts in the service and maintenance of this hoist.

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
Equipment described herein is not designed for and MUST NOT be used for lifting, supporting, or transporting
people, or for lifting or supporting loads over people.
Equipment described herein should not be used in conjunction with other equipment unless necessary and/or
required safety devices applicable to the system, crane, or application are installed by the system designer, system
manufacturer, crane manufacturer, installer, or user.
Modifications to upgrade, rerate, or otherwise alter this equipment shall be authorized only by the original equipment
manufacturer.
Equipment described herein may be used in the design and manufacture of cranes or monorails. Additional
equipment or devices may be required for the crane and monorail to comply with applicable crane design and
safety standards. The crane designer, crane manufacturer, or user is responsible to furnish these additional items
for compliance. Refer to ANSI/ASME B30.17, “Safety Standard for Top-Running Single Girder Cranes”;
ANSI/ASME B30.2 “Safety Standard for Top-Running Double-Girder Cranes”; and ANSI/ASME B30.11 “Safety
Standard for Underhung Cranes and Monorails”.
If a below-the-hook lifting device or sling is used with a hoist, refer to ANSI/ASME B30.9, “Safety Standard for
Slings” or ANSI/ASME B30.20, “Safety Standard for Below-the-Hook Lifting Devices”.
Hoists and cranes, used to handle hot molten material may require additional equipment or devices. Refer to ANSI
Z241.2, “Safety Requirements for Melting and Pouring of Metals in the Metal Casting Industry”.
Electrical equipment described herein is designed and built in compliance with Harrington's interpretation of
ANSI/NFPA 70, “National Electrical Code”. The system designer, system manufacturer, crane designer, crane
manufacturer, installer, or user is responsible to assure that the installation and associated wiring of these electrical
components is in compliance with ANSI/NFPA 70, and all applicable Federal, State and Local Codes.
Failure to read and comply with any one of the limitations noted herein can result in serious bodily injury or death,
and/or property damage.

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
HAZARDOUS VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT IN THE CONTROL BOX, OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS,
AND CONNECTIONS BETWEEN THESE COMPONENTS.
Before performing ANY mechanical or electrical maintenance on the equipment, de-energize (disconnect) the main
switch supplying power to the equipment; as well as lock and tag the main switch in the de-energized position.
Refer to ANSI Z244.1, “Personnel Protection – Lockout/Tagout of Energy Sources”.
Only trained and competent personnel should inspect and repair this equipment.

It is the responsibility of the owner/user to install, inspect, test, maintain, and operate a hoist in accordance with
ANSI/ASME B30.16, “Safety Standard for Overhead Hoists”, OSHA Regulations and ANSI/NFPA 70, National
Electric Code. If the hoist is installed as part of a total lifting system, such as an overhead crane or monorail, it is
also the responsibility of the owner/user to comply with the applicable ANSI/ASME B30 volume that addresses that
type of equipment.
It is the responsibility of the owner/user to have all personnel that will install, inspect, test, maintain, and operate a
hoist read the contents of this manual and applicable portions of ANSI/ASME B30.16, “Safety Standard for
Overhead Hoists”, OSHA Regulations and ANSI/NFPA 70, “National Electric Code”. If the hoist is installed as part
of a total lifting system, such as an overhead crane, the applicable ANSI/ASME B30 volume that addresses that
type of equipment must also be read by all personnel.
If the hoist owner/user requires additional information, or if any information in the manual is not clear, contact
Harrington or the distributor of the hoist. Do not install, inspect, test, maintain, or operate this hoist unless this
information is fully understood.
A regular schedule of inspection of the hoist in accordance with the requirements of ANSI/ASME B30.16 should be
established and records maintained.

TNER hoists may be supplied with an auxiliary control circuit to be used for individual control while connected to a
multiple hoist control system. Always disable the multiple hoist controller when operating the hoist with local
pendant control. Failure to do so will cause a potentially hazardous situation. Always use a single control source
when operating the hoist.

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1.2 Warning Tags and Labels
The warning tag illustrated below in Figure 1-1 is supplied with each hoist shipped from the factory. If the tag is
not attached to your hoist or hoist’s pendant (pickle) cord, order a tag from your dealer and install it. Read and
obey all warnings attached to this hoist. Tag is not shown actual size.
Front Back
Figure 1-1 Warning Tag

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2.0 Technical Information
2.1 Specifications
2.1.1 Product Code
2.1.2 Operating Conditions and Environment
Temperature range:
-4° to +104°F (-20° to +40°C)
Humidity:
85% or less
Noise Level:
85 dB or less (A scale: measured 1 meter away from electric chain hoist)
Enclosure Rating:
Hoist Meets IP55, Optional Pendant (Pickle) Meets NEMA 4X
Supply Voltage:
Single Speed Standard: Reconnectable 208/230 & 460V-3-60
Single Speed
Hoist Duty Rating:
ISO M3; ASME H3
Intermittent Duty Rating:
25% ED
150 starts per hour
Short Time Duty Rating:
30 min.
Table 2-1 Hoist Specifications
Capacity
(Ton)
Product
Code
Lifting
Speed
(ft/min)
Motor Load
Chain
Wire
Diameter
(mm) x
Chain Fall
Lines
Load
Sheave
Pockets
Net Weight
with 60 Feet
of Lift
(lbs)
Weight
for One
Addnl.
FT. of
Lift
(lbs)
Output
(Hp)
Current Draw
(amps)
208V or
230V 460V
1/2 TNER005L 16 0.65 3.7 1.9 6.3 x 1
4
104 0.57
1 TNER010L 1.3 5.6 2.8 8.0 x 1 146 0.93
2 TNER020L 8 8.0 x 2 217 1.9
1 TNER010S 32 2.4 10.4 5.2 8.0 x 1 155 0.93
2 TNER020S 16 8.0 x 2 225 1.9

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2.2 Dimensions
Figure 2-2 Hoist Dimensions (See Table 2-3)
Table 2-2 Hook Dimension*
C = Chain Hook
B = Body Hook
Units = inch
Capacity Code Hook a b c d e g
005L C 1.1 0.7 0.9 0.7 1.4 0.9
B 1.0 0.6 0.9 0.6 1.7 1.1
010L/S C 1.4 0.9 1.2 0.9 1.7 1.2
B 1.2 0.8 1.0 0.8 1.9 1.3
020L/S C 1.9 1.1 1.6 1.1 2.0 1.5
B 1.6 1.0 1.3 1.0 2.1 1.6
*Refer to Section 5.7 for inspection dimensions and limits.
Table 2-3 Hoist Dimensions
Product
Code
Minimum
Headroom
C
(in)
L*
(ft)
a
(in)
b
(in)
d
(in)
e
(in)
g
(in)
h
(in)
i
(in)
D
(in)
TNER005L 13.2
2.5
18.7 14.2 9.6 9.2 0.9 3.9 4.0 35.4
TNER010L 16.1
20.0 15.0
10.2 9.8 1.2
4.1 4.7
37.0
TNER020L
22.8
1.5
48.8
TNER010S 16.1 8.8 11.2 1.2 37.0
TNER020S 22.8 1.5 48.8
*Standard length of control and power cables unless otherwise specified.

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3.0 Preoperational Procedures
3.1 Gearbox
3.1.1 The gearbox is filled with the correct amount of grease at the time of shipment.
3.1.2 Refer to Section 6.1.3 when replacing the gear grease.
3.1.3 Gear grease for TNER is Sumiplex L-Mo No.1 (Part No. SA1BS1855). 3.2 oz. (90 grams) of grease is
used to lubricate the gears.
3.2 Chain
3.2.1 The chain components include Ball Stopper, Chain Coupling, Chain Clip and Chain Container
Assembly. Never operate the hoist with incorrect, missing, or damaged chain components. Ensure
that all chain components are in the correct location and properly installed as shown in Figure 3-1.
Figure 3-1 Chain Components Arrangement
3.2.2 The Ball Stopper must be installed at least 40 inches away from the no load end of the chain.
Tightening torque for the Ball Stopper Bolt is 10 N-m (7 lb-ft).
3.2.3 The Chain Coupling and the Chain Clip are installed at the no load end of the chain.
3.2.4 Canvas Chain Container - fully unfold and install it on the hoist body as shown in Figure 3-2. Be sure to
mount the chain container in the orientation where the hook guard is away from the hoist body as
shown in Figure 3.1. The no load end of the chain is attached to the chain container bracket by the
Chain Clip as shown in Figure 3.1. To place the chain into the chain container, feed the no load end of
the chain into the container gradually. Take care to avoid twisting or tangling the chain. NEVER put all
the chain into the container at once.

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3.2.5 When running chain through the hoist without a load, check for knots in the chain prior to use. TNERs
are typically chained with long lift lengths which makes knotting of the chain easier to occur and more
difficult to detect. Always monitor the chain while operating the hoist to verify that there are no knots
and that the chain is being fed into the hoist in-line with the outer chain guide and axis of rotation of the
load sheave. Knots in the load chain may cause the paddle limit switch to operate improperly.
3.2.6

Operating this hoist without the correct Harrington chain container may create a
potentially harzardous situation. To avoid this potentially hazardous situation, always operate this hoist
with the correct chain container installed.
3.2.7

Each chain container indicates the maximum length of the load chain that can be
stored in the container. The amount of chain the container must hold is equal to the lift on the hoist.
For 2 Ton models, twice the length of chain is needed to achieve the same lift length. DO NOT use a
chain container with a storage capacity less than the lift length on the hoist, or twice the lift length for 2
Ton models. If all of the chain cannot be stored in the container, excess chain can fall from the
container and cause bodily injury or death.
Figure 3-2 Attachment of Chain Container to Hoist Body
Container Hook
Attachment
Body Plate
Hi-Coupling
Hi-Coupling

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3.2.8

Verify that the load chain is not twisted or tangled prior to operating the hoist.
Make sure the chain hook on 2 Ton double fall models is not capsized. See Figures 3-3 and 3-4.
Correct all chain irregularities before conducting the first hoist operation.
Figure 3-3
Twist in Load Chain – 2 Ton Double Fall Models
Figure 3-4 Capsized Hook and Chain –Double Fall Models
3.3 Mounting Location
3.3.1

Prior to mounting the hoist ensure that the suspension and the supporting
structure are adequate to support the hoist and its loads. If necessary consult a professional that is
qualified to evaluate the adequacy of the suspension location and its supporting structure.
3.3.2

See Section 6.6 for outdoor installation considerations.

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3.4 Mounting the Hoist
3.4.1 Hook Mounted to a Fixed Location - Attach the hoist’s hook to the fixed suspension point.
3.4.2 The hoist may be mounted by the chain hook or the body hook to a fixed suspension point.
3.4.3

Ensure that the fixed suspension point rests on the center of the hook’s saddle and
that the hook’s latch is engaged.
3.5 Electrical Connections
3.5.1

Supplying this hoist with the incorrect power source can lead to serious damage
and/or injury. This hoist is reconnectable and is equipped with a quick voltage change device. Check
to make sure the power source matches the voltage configuration of the hoist before supplying power
to the hoist.
3.5.2 The hoist is equipped with a quick voltage changer inside the controller cover. To configure the hoist to
proper voltage configuration, connect the plug from the terminal block to one of the plugs from the
contactor marked with the desired voltage configuration.
Figure 3-5
Voltage Changer
3.5.3

Do NOT apply electronic soft-start control or voltage varying controls to the TNER
hoist. Use of such devices may cause the motor brake and other electrical components to malfunction.
3.5.4

Before proceeding, ensure that the electrical supply for the hoist has been de-
energized (disconnected). Lock out and tag out in accordance with ANSI Z244.1 “Personnel Protection
-Lockout/Tagout of Energy Sources”.
3.5.5 The hoist is supplied with 2.5 feet of power supply cable and 2.5 feet of control cable in a standard
configuration. The power supply cable and control cable are directly wired into the hoist.
3.5.6 A pendant (pickle) is optional. In a case where an optional pendant is used, the hoist is controlled by a
pendant with two push buttons – one for raising and one for lowering.
3.5.7 Ensure that the power supply cable and the control cord are supported by the Cable Support Assembly
and connected to the Socket Holder as shown in Figure 3-6. Use care to avoid twisting or kinking the
cables.

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Figure 3-6
Cable Support Assembly
3.5.8 Connection to Electrical Power Source - The red, blue and black wires of the Power Supply Cable
should be connected to an Electric Power Disconnect Switch or Circuit Breaker. This connection
should be made so that the hoist is phased properly. Refer to Section 3.6.10 for instructions on how to
check for correct power supply phase connection.
3.5.9 Fuse/Breaker Capacity -The hoist's power supply should be equipped with current overload protection
such as fuses, which should be selected for 110% to 120% of total listed full load amperage, and
should be dual element time-delay fuses. Refer to the motor nameplate for the full load amperage
draw.
3.5.10

Grounding - An improper or insufficient ground connection creates an electrical
shock hazard when touching any part of the hoist or trolley. In the Power Supply Cable the ground wire
will be either Green with Yellow stripe or solid Green. It should always be connected to a suitable
ground connection.
Standard Cable Exit
Cable Exit for Large Gauge Cable
(Greater than 0.55” Diameter)

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3.6 Preoperational Checks and Trial Operation
3.6.1

Confirm the adequacy of the rated capacity for all slings, chains, wire ropes and all
other lifting attachments before use. Inspect all load suspension members for damage prior to use and
replace or repair all damaged parts.
3.6.2

Verify and correct all chain irregularities prior to operating the hoist. Refer to
Section 3.2.
3.6.3 Measure and record the “k” dimension of all hooks on hoist. See Table 5-4 under Section 5,
“Inspection”.
3.6.4 Record the hoist's Code, Lot and Serial Number (from the name plate on the hoist) in the space
provided on the cover of this manual.
3.6.5 Ensure that the hoist is properly installed to a fixed point.
3.6.6 Ensure that all nuts, bolts and split pins (cotter pins) are sufficiently fastened.
3.6.7 If applicable, pull down on the Pendant (Pickle) and ensure that the Cord Strain Relief Cable takes the
force, not the Pendant Cord.
3.6.8

Check supply voltage before everyday use. If the voltage varies more than 10% of
the rated value, electrical devices may not function normally.
3.6.9 Confirm proper operation.
Before operating read and become familiar with Section 4 - Operation.
Before operating ensure that the hoist (and trolley) meets the Inspection, Testing and Maintenance
requirements of ANSI/ASME B30.16.
Before operating ensure that nothing will interfere with the full range of the hoist’s operation.
3.6.10

The hoist must be connected to the power source such that its direction of
operation corresponds to the up-and-down commands issued from the pendant (pickle) control; i.e.
pushing the UP button must cause the hoist to lift the hook. If the hoist does not operate correctly, shut
off and lockout /tagout the main power source to the hoist. Disconnect and switch any two of the three
input power leads at the power source to correct the hoist’s motor phasing.

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4.0 Operation
4.1 Introduction

DO NOT WALK UNDER A SUSPENDED LOAD

HOIST OPERATORS SHALL BE REQUIRED TO READ THE OPERATION SECTION OF THIS MANUAL, THE
WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL, INSTRUCTION AND WARNING LABELS ON THE HOIST OR
LIFTING SYSTEM, AND THE OPERATION SECTIONS OF ANSI/ASME B30.16 and ANSI/ASME B30.10. THE
OPERATOR SHALL ALSO BE REQUIRED TO BE FAMILIAR WITH THE HOIST AND HOIST CONTROLS
BEFORE BEING AUTHORIZED TO OPERATE THE HOIST OR LIFTING SYSTEM.
HOIST OPERATORS SHOULD BE TRAINED IN PROPER RIGGING PROCEDURES FOR THE ATTACHMENT
OF LOADS TO THE HOIST HOOK.
HOIST OPERATORS SHOULD BE TRAINED TO BE AWARE OF POTENTIAL MALFUNCTIONS OF THE
EQUIPMENT THAT REQUIRE ADJUSTMENT OR REPAIR, AND TO BE INSTRUCTED TO STOP OPERATION
IF SUCH MALFUNCTIONS OCCUR, AND TO IMMEDIATELY ADVISE THEIR SUPERVISOR SO CORRECTIVE
ACTION CAN BE TAKEN.
HOIST OPERATORS SHOULD HAVE NORMAL DEPTH PERCEPTION, FIELD OF VISION, REACTION TIME,
MANUAL DEXTERITY, AND COORDINATION.
HOIST OPERATORS SHOULD NOT
HAVE A HISTORY OF OR BE PRONE TO SEIZURES, LOSS OF
PHYSICAL
CONTROL, PHYSICAL DEFECTS, OR EMOTIONAL INSTABILITY THAT COULD RESULT IN
ACTIONS OF THE OPERATOR BEING A HAZARD TO THE OPERATOR OR TO OTHERS.
HOIST OPERATORS SHOULD NOT
OPERATE A HOIST OR LIFTING SYSTEM WHEN UNDER THE
INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL, DRUGS, OR MEDICATION.
OVERHEAD HOISTS ARE INTENDED ONLY FOR VERTICAL LIFTING SERVICE OF FREELY SUSPENDED
UNGUIDED LOADS. DO NOT USE HOIST FOR LOADS THAT ARE NOT LIFTED VERTICALLY, LOADS THAT
ARE NOT FREELY SUSPENDED, OR LOADS THAT ARE GUIDED.

• Read ANSI/ASME B30.16 and ANSI/ASME B30.10.
• Read the hoist manufacturer’s Operating and Maintenance Instructions.
• Read all labels attached to equipment.

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The operation of an overhead hoist involves more than activating the hoist’s controls. Per the ANSI/ASME B30
standards, the use of an overhead hoist is subject to certain hazards that cannot be mitigated by engineered features,
but only by the exercise of intelligence, care, common sense, and experience in anticipating the effects and results of
activating the hoist’s controls. Use this guidance in conjunction with other warnings, cautions, and notices in this manual
to govern the operation and use of your overhead hoist.
4.2 Shall’s and Shall Not’s for Operation

Improper operation of a hoist can create a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury, and substantial property damage.
To avoid such a potentially hazardous situation THE OPERATOR SHALL:
• NOToperate a damaged, malfunctioning or
unusually performing hoist.
• NOT operate a hoist until you have thoroughly read
and understood Manufacturer’s Operating and
Maintenance Instructions or Manuals.
• Be familiar with operating controls, procedures, and
warnings.
• NOToperate a hoist that has been modified without
the manufacturer’s approval or without certification
that it is in conformity with ANSI/ASME B30
volumes.
• NOT lift more than rated load for the hoist.
• NOT use hoist with twisted, kinked, damaged, or
worn load chain.
• NOT use the hoist to lift, support, or transport
people.
• NOT lift loads over people.
• NOT operate a hoist unless all persons are and
remain clear of the supported load.
• NOT operate unless load is centered under hoist.
• NOT attempt to lengthen the load chain or repair
damaged load chain.
• Protect the hoist’s load chain from weld splatter or
other damaging contaminants.
• NOToperate hoist when it is restricted from forming
a straight line from hook to support in the direction
of loading.
• NOT use load chain as a sling or wrap load chain
around load.
• NOT apply the load to the tip of the hook or to the
hook latch.
• NOT apply load unless the load chain is properly
seated in its grooves.
• NOT apply load if bearing prevents equal loading
on all load-supporting chain.
• NOT operate beyond the limits of the load chain
travel.
• NOT leave load supported by the hoist unattended
unless specific precautions have been taken.
• NOT allow the load chain or hook to be used as an
electrical or welding ground.
• NOT allow the load chain or hook to be touched by
a live welding electrode.
• NOT remove or obscure the warnings on the hoist.
• NOT operate a hoist on which the safety placards
or decals are missing or illegible
• NOT operate a hoist unless it has been securely
attached to a suitable support.
• NOT operate a hoist unless load slings or other
approved single attachments are properly sized,
and seated in the hook saddle.
• NOT use the hoist in such a way that could result in
shock or impact loads being applied to the hoist.
• Take up slack carefully – make sure load is
balanced and load-holding action is secure before
continuing.
• Shut down a hoist that malfunctions or performs
unusually and report such malfunction.
• Make sure hoist limit switches function properly.
• Warn personnel before lifting or moving a load.
• Warn personnel of an approaching load.

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
Improper operation of a hoist can create a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury, or
property damage. To avoid such a potentially hazardous situation THE
OPERATOR SHALL:
• Maintain a firm footing or be otherwise secured
when operating the hoist.
• Check brake function by tensioning the hoist prior
to each lift operation.
• Use hook latches. Latches are to retain slings,
chains, etc. under slack conditions only.
• Make sure the hook latches are closed and not
supporting any parts of the load.
• Make sure the load is free to move and will clear all
obstructions.
• Avoid swinging the load or hook.
• Make sure hook travel is in the same direction as
shown on controls.
• Inspect the hoist regularly, replace damaged or
worn parts, and keep appropriate records of
maintenance.
4.3 Hoist Controls
4.3.1 Emergency Stop Button – On hoists
equipped with Emergency Stop
functionality, press the Emergency
Stop Button to perform an emergency
stop and lock-out of hoist motion
controls. Turn the Emergency Stop
Button clockwise to unlock the
controls and allow hoist operation.
4.3.2 When using the pendant control
(pickle) depress the UP button to raise
the hoist load chain/hook or the
DOWN button to lower the hoist load
chain/hook as shown in Figure 4-1.
To stop motion release the buttons.
4.3.3

Make sure the
motor completely stops before
reversing direction.
• Use the hoist manufacturer’s recommended parts
when repairing the unit.
• Lubricate load chain per hoist manufacturer’s
recommendations.
• NOTuse the hoist load limiting or warning device to
measure load.
• NOT use limit switches as routine operating stops.
They are emergency devices only.
• NOT allow your attention to be diverted from
operating the hoist.
• NOT allow the hoist to be subjected to sharp
contact with other hoists, structures, or objects
through misuse.
• NOT adjust or repair the hoist unless qualified to
perform such adjustments or repairs.
Figure 4-1 Push Button Pendant Control
(Pickle)

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5.0 Inspection
5.1 General
5.1.1 The inspection procedure herein is based on ANSI/ASME B30.16. The following definitions are from
ANSI/ASME B30.16 and pertain to the inspection procedure below. An additional definition from ANSI
PLASA E1.6-2 is included for Rental Service.
Designated Person – a person selected or assigned as being competent to perform the specific duties
to which he/she is assigned.
Qualified Person – a person who, by possession of a recognized degree or certificate of professional
standing, or who, by extensive knowledge, training, and experience, has successfully demonstrated the
ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the subject matter and work.
Normal Service – that distributed service which involves operation with randomly distributed loads
within the rated load limit, or uniform loads less than 65% of rated load for not more than 25% of the
time.
Heavy Service – that service which involves operation within the rated load limit which exceeds normal
service.
Severe Service – that service which involves normal or heavy service with abnormal operating
conditions.
Rental Service – that service which involves an irregular schedule determined by rental use.
5.2 Inspection Classification.
5.2.1 Initial Inspection – prior to initial use, all new, altered, or modified hoists shall be inspected by a
designated person to ensure compliance with the applicable provisions of this manual.
5.2.2 Inspection Classification – the inspection procedure for hoists in regular service is divided into two
general classifications based upon the intervals at which inspection should be performed. The intervals
in turn are dependent upon the nature of the critical components of the hoist and the degree of their
exposure to wear, deterioration, or malfunction. The two general classifications are herein designated
as FREQUENT and PERIODIC, with respective intervals between inspections as defined below.
5.2.3 FREQUENT Inspection – visual examinations by the operator or other designated personnel with
intervals per the following criteria:
Normal service – monthly
Heavy service – weekly to monthly
Severe service – daily to weekly
Rental service – prior to next use or rental
Special or infrequent service – as recommended by a qualified person before and after each
occurrence.
5.2.4 PERIODIC Inspection – visual inspection by a designated person with intervals per the following
criteria:
Normal service – yearly
Heavy service – semiannually
Severe service – quarterly
Rental service – prior to next use or rental
Special or infrequent service – as recommended by a qualified person before the first such
occurrence and as directed by the qualified person for any subsequent occurrences.

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5.3 Frequent Inspection
5.3.1 Inspections should be made on a FREQUENT basis in accordance with Table 5-1, “Frequent Inspection.”
Included in these FREQUENT Inspections are observations made during operation for any defects or
damage that might appear between Periodic Inspections. Evaluation and resolution of the results of
FREQUENT Inspections shall be made by a designated person such that the hoist is maintained in safe
working condition.
Table 5-1 Frequent Inspection
All functional operating mechanisms for maladjustment and unusual sounds
Operation of limit switch and associated components
Hoist braking system for proper operation
Hooks in accordance with ANSI/ASME B30.10
Hook latch operation
Load chain in accordance with Section 5.7
Load chain reeving for compliance with Section 3.2 and 6.3
5.4 Periodic Inspection
5.4.1 Inspections should be made on a PERIODIC basis in accordance with Table 5-2, “Periodic Inspection.”
Evaluation and resolution of the results of PERIODIC Inspections shall be made by a designated person
such that the hoist is maintained in safe working condition.
5.4.2 For inspections where load suspension parts of the hoist are disassembled, a load test per ANSI/ASME
B30.16 must be performed on the hoist after it is re-assembled and prior to its return to service.
Table 5-2 Periodic Inspection
Requirements of frequent inspection.
Evidence of loose bolts, nuts, or rivets.
Evidence of worn, corroded, cracked, or distorted parts such as load blocks, suspension housing,
chain attachments, clevises, yokes, suspension bolts, shafts, gears, bearings, pins and rollers.
Evidence of damage to hook retaining nuts or collars and pins, and welds or rivets used to secure
the retaining members.
Evidence of damage or excessive wear of load and idler sheaves.
Evidence of excessive wear on motor or load brake.
Electrical apparatus for signs of pitting or any deterioration of visible controller contacts.
Evidence of damage of supporting structure or trolley, if used.
Function labels on pendant control stations (pickles) for legibility.
Warning label properly attached to the hoist and legible (see Section 1.2).
End connections of load chain.