Operating Manual
VACUMASTER VHB 250-500
J. Schmalz GmbH
Aacher Straße 29
D - 72293 Glatten
Tel +49 +7443 / 2403 - 0
Fax +49 +7443 / 2403 - 259
http://www.schmalz.de
e-mail: schmalz@schmalz.de
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The lifting device serie VACUMASTER VM-VHB is designed to lift handle boards,
planks and beams up to 6 m long near the ground.
The devices VHB 250 and VHB 500 are intended for handling wood which is
free of cracks. The device VHB 350/500 is also suitable for wood with cracks
(such as from deciduous trees).
The lifting device can be used only when it hangs down vertically.
Transport of persons and animals with the load or the lifting device itself is
forbidden!
Unauthorized alteration of the lifting device is forbidden for safety reasons!
The operating, maintenance and service instructions in this manual must be
observed.
The maximum lifting capacity must not be exceeded.
The equivalent continuous sound pressure level of the device is
below 75 dB(A).
Since the load is retained by a vacuum it will fall off as soon as this vacuum is
lost. This happens in a sudden power failure. An integrated storage keeps up
the vacuum for a short safety time.
When power fails immediately put the load down if possible. If this is not
possible, immediately leave the dangerous area near the load.
The device generates a very strong suction which can draw in hair and clothing.
Do not look into the suction opening when the device is switched on. Parts of
body can be sucked in.
The workplace of the operator is in front of the control handle. Stand in a
position that allows you to keep a constant eye on the vacuum pressure gauge.
1.9 Instructions for the
Operator
As an operator of the lifting device you must be trained before start-up. You
must have read and understood the operating instructions and especially the
chapter "Safety".
Be sure, that only authorized persons use the device. You are responsible for
others in the operating range of the equipment.
Local safety requirements are fully applicable. Safety instructions in this
document are complementary to the rules in force and do not supersede the
latter.
1.10 Equipment for
Personal Protection
When operating the device always wear:
safety shoes (with steel top),
tough gloves.
1.11 Behaviour in
Emergencies
An emergency situation exists when
power suddenly fails (device switches off),
the vacuum pressure drops below -0.6 bar to the red section on the scale of
the pressure gauge.
Put the load down immediately if possible. If this is not possible, immediately
leave the dangerous area near the load. It will fall off!
