Verlinde EUROCHAIN VX5 508 B2 User manual

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CHAIN HOIST VX5 508 B2
10000395700,10000395701
DOC0635696A / X843882en-US / A / 08 May 2022 / X141815/B
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................... 7
1.1 About these instructions......................................................................................... 7
1.1.1 Use of the instructions.................................................................................. 7
1.1.2 Copyright notice........................................................................................... 7
1.1.2.1 Verlinde S.A.S.......................................................................................... 7
1.1.3 Definition of terms........................................................................................ 7
1.1.4 Symbols used in the instructions.................................................................. 8
1.1.5 Available technical documents..................................................................... 9
1.2 About this product................................................................................................... 9
1.2.1 Use of the product........................................................................................ 9
1.2.2 Terms of warranty........................................................................................ 10
1.2.3 Standards and directives.............................................................................. 11
1.3 Manufacturer............................................................................................................ 11
1.3.1 Contact information...................................................................................... 11
2 SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT................................................................................. 12
2.1 Safety messages and signals................................................................................. 12
2.1.1 Signal words................................................................................................ 12
2.1.2 Hazard symbols........................................................................................... 12
2.1.3 Mandatory action symbols............................................................................ 14
2.1.4 Prohibited action symbols............................................................................ 14
2.2 Responsibilities of the owner.................................................................................. 14
2.2.1 Preventing work-related hazards.................................................................. 14
2.2.2 Personal protective equipment..................................................................... 15
2.2.2.1 Fall protection.......................................................................................... 15
2.2.3 Incident reporting......................................................................................... 16
2.3 Limitations of the product....................................................................................... 16
2.3.1 Operating conditions.................................................................................... 16
2.3.2 Prohibited use.............................................................................................. 17
2.3.3 Changes to the product................................................................................ 17
2.4 Safety devices.......................................................................................................... 18
2.4.1 Hoist............................................................................................................ 19
2.4.2 Trolley.......................................................................................................... 19
2.5 Protective measures................................................................................................ 20
2.5.1 Emergency stopping.................................................................................... 20
2.5.2 Main isolation switch.................................................................................... 20
2.5.3 Lockout-tagout-tryout procedure.................................................................. 21
2.5.4 Fire safety.................................................................................................... 22
2.6 Emissions................................................................................................................. 22
2.6.1 Noise............................................................................................................ 22
2.7 Personnel requirements.......................................................................................... 23
2.8 Environmental information...................................................................................... 23
2.8.1 Product life cycle stages.............................................................................. 23
2.8.2 Handling waste material............................................................................... 24
3 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION........................................................................................ 25
3.1 Identification of the product.................................................................................... 25
3.1.1 Data plate for CE labeled chain hoist........................................................... 25
3.1.2 Data plate for CSA labeled chain hoist......................................................... 26
3.2 Hoist.......................................................................................................................... 27
3.2.1 Hoist duty class............................................................................................ 27
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3.2.2 Hoisting function.......................................................................................... 29
3.2.2.1 Kinematic chain for electrical chain hoist.................................................. 30
3.2.3 Hoist key parts............................................................................................. 31
3.2.4 Chain drive................................................................................................... 31
3.3 Controller.................................................................................................................. 31
3.3.1 Pendant controller........................................................................................ 32
3.3.2 Radio controller............................................................................................ 33
3.3.3 Hand control on hook (option)...................................................................... 34
3.4 Options..................................................................................................................... 35
3.4.1 Manual brake release................................................................................... 35
3.4.1.1 Using the manual brake release............................................................... 35
3.4.2 Rotating geared limit switch......................................................................... 36
3.4.2.1 Rotating geared limit switch types............................................................ 37
3.4.2.2 Rotating geared limit switch configurations.............................................. 38
4 INSTALLATION......................................................................................................... 40
4.1 General instructions for installation....................................................................... 40
4.2 Safety during installation........................................................................................ 40
4.3 Installation preparations.......................................................................................... 41
4.3.1 Transport, packing, scope of delivery........................................................... 41
4.3.2 Chain hoist tightening torques...................................................................... 41
4.3.3 Handling the product.................................................................................... 41
4.3.3.1 Lifting the hoist......................................................................................... 41
4.3.3.2 Lifting points on the hoist......................................................................... 42
4.3.4 Fitting the chain bucket................................................................................ 42
4.3.5 Removing and installing the hoist covers..................................................... 43
4.4 Installation steps...................................................................................................... 44
4.5 Suspending the chain hoist.................................................................................... 44
4.5.1 Supporting structure..................................................................................... 45
4.5.2 Suspension bracket...................................................................................... 45
4.5.3 Attaching the hoist to the supporting structure.............................................. 45
4.6 Electrical connections............................................................................................. 46
4.6.1 Cable gland positions on the hoist................................................................ 46
4.6.2 Shortening the pendant cable...................................................................... 46
4.6.3 Connecting the hoist to power supply........................................................... 49
4.7 Adjusting the rotating geared limit switch............................................................. 50
4.8 Adjusting the lower hook position.......................................................................... 52
5 COMMISSIONING..................................................................................................... 54
5.1 Safety during commissioning................................................................................. 54
5.2 Commissioning preparations.................................................................................. 54
5.3 Commissioning instructions................................................................................... 54
5.3.1 Checking the hoist before first run................................................................ 54
5.3.2 Before lifting................................................................................................. 55
5.3.3 Testing the hoist without load....................................................................... 56
5.3.4 Testing the hoist with test load..................................................................... 58
5.4 After commissioning............................................................................................... 60
6 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................. 61
6.1 Safety during operation........................................................................................... 61
6.1.1 Operating environment................................................................................. 61
6.1.2 Responsibilities of the operator.................................................................... 61
6.2 Movements............................................................................................................... 62
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6.2.1 Controls for movements............................................................................... 62
6.2.2 Motor control methods................................................................................. 62
6.3 Checks before operating......................................................................................... 64
6.3.1 Checking the hoist before every working shift.............................................. 64
6.3.2 Checking the operation with the emergency stop button pressed down....... 65
6.3.3 Checking the operation with the controller enabled...................................... 65
6.4 Starting the equipment............................................................................................ 66
6.4.1 Setting up the controller............................................................................... 66
6.5 Moving the trolley.................................................................................................... 67
6.5.1 Moving the manual push trolley.................................................................... 67
6.5.2 Moving the motorized trolley........................................................................ 67
6.6 Load handling.......................................................................................................... 69
6.6.1 Load handling methods................................................................................ 69
6.6.2 Slipping clutch operation.............................................................................. 79
6.6.3 Hoisting limit switch operation...................................................................... 79
6.7 Shutting down the equipment................................................................................. 79
7 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................. 80
7.1 Safety during maintenance..................................................................................... 80
7.2 Maintenance preparations....................................................................................... 80
7.2.1 Service personnel........................................................................................ 81
7.2.2 Preservation of protection class................................................................... 81
7.3 Maintenance schedule............................................................................................. 81
7.3.1 Design working period (DWP)...................................................................... 82
7.3.1.1 Design working period (DWP) calculation................................................ 83
7.3.2 General overhaul......................................................................................... 87
7.3.3 Daily inspections.......................................................................................... 88
7.3.4 Monthly inspections...................................................................................... 88
7.3.5 Quarterly inspections................................................................................... 89
7.3.6 Annual inspections....................................................................................... 89
7.3.7 Log book...................................................................................................... 91
7.4 Maintaining the hoist............................................................................................... 91
7.4.1 Checking the suspension............................................................................. 91
7.4.2 Removing and installing the counterweight.................................................. 92
7.4.3 Checking the brake lining............................................................................. 92
7.4.4 Replacing the brake..................................................................................... 94
7.4.5 Adjusting the slipping clutch......................................................................... 96
7.4.6 Replacing the control voltage fuse............................................................... 99
7.5 Maintaining the chain drive..................................................................................... 100
7.5.1 Removing the chain bucket.......................................................................... 100
7.5.2 Inspecting the chain wear............................................................................. 100
7.5.3 Lubrication instructions for the chain............................................................ 103
7.5.3.1 Initial lubrication of the chain.................................................................... 103
7.5.3.2 Lubricating the chain................................................................................ 103
7.5.3.3 Checking the lubrication of the chain........................................................ 104
7.5.3.4 Lubrication intervals of the chain.............................................................. 105
7.5.4 Replacing the chain (1-fall hoists)................................................................ 106
7.5.5 Replacing the chain (2-fall hoists)................................................................ 108
7.6 Maintaining the hook............................................................................................... 111
7.6.1 Measuring wear on the hook........................................................................ 111
7.6.2 Checking the limit switch actuator................................................................ 112
7.7 Lubrication............................................................................................................... 113
7.7.1 Safety during lubrication............................................................................... 113
7.7.2 General lubrication instructions.................................................................... 113
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7.7.3 Lubrication points......................................................................................... 114
7.7.4 Lubricant information.................................................................................... 114
8 TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................... 117
8.1 Troubleshooting instructions.................................................................................. 117
9 TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE, AND DISMANTLING............................................ 119
9.1 Transporting the product......................................................................................... 119
9.2 Storing the product.................................................................................................. 119
9.3 Dismantling instructions......................................................................................... 119
9.3.1 Safety during dismantling............................................................................. 119
9.3.2 Dismantling the product............................................................................... 119
9.3.2.1 Waste handling methods.......................................................................... 120
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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 About these instructions
These instructions offer guidance to enable safe and efficient operation of the equipment.
Taking the time to read these instructions helps you to prevent damage to the equipment, and,
most importantly, personnel that are situated close to it. The equipment is safe when used
correctly. However, there are many potential hazards that are associated with incorrect
operation and these hazards can be avoided when you know how to recognize and anticipate
them.
These instructions also make you aware of your responsibilities regarding the equipment and
help you to ensure that it is kept in a safe operating condition throughout its lifetime.
These instructions are not intended as a substitute for proper training but provide
recommendations and methods for safe and efficient operation and maintenance. The owner of
the equipment must ensure that operators are properly trained before operation and, always,
comply with all applicable and prevailing safety and other standards, rules, and regulations.
1.1.1 Use of the instructions
Every person that is exposed to the equipment of the manufacturer must, before operating,
servicing, and maintaining such products, read and understand the contents of these
instructions and strictly adhere and conform their conduct with and to the information,
recommendations, and warnings that are provided in these instructions.
NOTE
Keep these instructions in a safe and accessible location for future reference. The
instructions must be accessible by personnel that is operating the equipment or that is
exposed to the operating equipment.
WARNING! IGNORING INSTRUCTIONS HAZARD
Failure to follow the given instructions could cause death or serious injury.
Read and understand the contents of these instructions before operating, servicing,
and maintaining the equipment.
The manufacturer makes absolutely no warranty whatsoever regarding the contents of these
instructions, express or implied, whether arising by operation of law or otherwise, including, but
not limited to, any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
1.1.2 Copyright notice
1.1.2.1 Verlinde S.A.S.
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1.1.3 Definition of terms
All brand names, product names, and trademarks that are used in these instructions are
registered trademarks of their respective owners.
The following terms and definitions are used in these instructions:
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ANSI American National Standards Institute
Authorized personnel Persons who the owner authorizes and who have the
necessary training to carry out operation or service actions.
CE marking The CE marking indicates that the product complies with
the appropriate CE regulations.
Chain hoist A machine for lifting and lowering the load.
Check A visual and functional assessment (not a test) of the
product without dismantling.
Controller The pendant controller or other type of controller that the
operator uses to give commands to the product.
Electrical panel The power to the motors is controlled through the electrical
panel.
Emergency brake A brake that the operator can apply or that is automatically
applied upon loss of power.
Experienced service
technician authorized by the
manufacturer
A person with service experience who is authorized by the
manufacturer to perform service actions.
Inching Making very small movements of the crane by repeatedly
and momentarily pressing the direction control.
Inspection Looking for defects and checking the operation of the
controls. Limiting and inspecting devices without loading the
product. An inspection is more than a check. The inspection
process does not normally require any part of the product to
be dismantled, other than for removal or for opening of the
covers or the housings.
ISO International Organization for Standardization
Main isolation switch The main isolation switch is the power switch that the
operator should normally use to turn power off or on.
Operator A person operating the product to handle loads.
Power supply The power is supplied to the motors through the power
supply.
Qualified personnel Workers with necessary qualifications that are based on
theoretical and practical knowledge of hoists. A qualified
person must be in a position to assess the safety of the
installation together with the application. Persons with the
authority to undertake certain product maintenance work
include the service engineers of the manufacturer and
trained fitters with a corresponding certification.
Rated capacity A load that the product is designed to lift for a given
operating condition (for example, configuration, position of
the load).
Runway The product travels or runs on top of the runway or under
the runway.
Sling A sling is used to attach the hook to the load when the load
cannot be lifted directly by the hook.
Trolley (for hoisting
machinery)
The hoisting trolley supports the hoisting machinery, and
travels along the main girder or the runway.
1.1.4 Symbols used in the instructions
Familiarize yourself with the following symbols that are used in these instructions.
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Symbol Description
Indicates that the product slows down or moves at its slowest
speed.
Indicates that the product accelerates or moves at its highest
speed.
NOTE Indicates items which require special attention by the reader.
There is no obvious risk of injury that is associated with notes.
1.1.5 Available technical documents
A set of technical documents is available for this product. The documents serve different
purposes and audiences. Contact your supplier if you require any of the documents that are
listed here.
Mechanical drawings Describe the mechanical design information of the product
Electrical drawings Describe the electrical design information of the product
Certificates Describe that the product is in conformity with the directives
and that it is manufactured according to the standards. The
certificates also display testing results.
Log book Consists of records of the usage and service history
Spare part manual Includes part numbers for all supplied spare parts
NOTE Store the documents in a safe, dry place where they can be easily located when required.
1.2 About this product
1.2.1 Use of the product
The product for general use is an entity which has been designed to perform common lifting,
traveling, and lowering operations, within the limits that are specified by the duty class of the
product (see chapter Hoist duty class (page 27)). The hoisting machinery for general use may
not be modified or used for any other purpose without the written approval of the manufacturer.
The hoisting machinery for general use is suitable for use in general manufacturing only; it is not
suitable for use in harsh environments. For more information, see chapter Operating
conditions (page 16). When in doubt, contact the manufacturer or manufacturer's
representative.
The equipment must be positioned directly above (perpendicular to) the load so that there are
no side-pulling forces.
NOTICE
RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE
Side pulling accelerates hoisting machinery wear.
Never allow the product to be used to pull or drag a load sideways. Always lift the load
clear of the ground before performing any traveling movements.
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DANGER
FALLING HAZARD
The equipment may be used for lifting personnel only if the manufacturer or
manufacturer's representative has declared in writing that it may be used for this
purpose.
Modifying the equipment without the permission of the manufacturer or manufacturer's
representative can be dangerous and can invalidate the equipment guarantee. Any fundamental
modifications to the equipment must be authorized in writing by the manufacturer. Examples of
such modifications include:
• Welding or otherwise attaching new items to the product
• Attaching devices for special material handling such as turning the load
• Alterations to load-bearing components
• Alterations to drives and speeds
• Replacing major items such as trolleys
NOTICE
RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE
The product may be damaged.
Modifications or additions to the equipment structures or performance values are
permitted only if they are first discussed with, and approved by, the supplier of the
equipment.
NOTICE
RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE
The product may be damaged.
Never use the hoist as an earth reference for welding.
NOTICE
RISK OF INVALIDATING GUARANTEE
The product guarantee is invalidated.
The manufacturer does not accept responsibility for accidents which happen as a
consequence of unauthorized modifications.
Modifying the equipment is allowed only with the approval of the manufacturer or
manufacturer's representative.
1.2.2 Terms of warranty
The terms under which seller's equipment and/or services are warranted are defined pursuant
to the warranty set forth in the contract between seller and customer for seller's products and/or
services and, if not so set forth, the warranty for seller's products and/or services is seller's
standard warranty in effect at the time of sale, a copy of which is available from seller upon
request. THE FOREGOING REPRESENTS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY GIVEN
BY SELLER AND IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Seller provides no warranties for products manufactured or services provided by parties other
than seller ("Third Party Products"). Modifying any seller product or incorporating any Third
Party Product into any seller product or service without the seller's approval invalidates
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warranty. Seller does not accept, shall not have any responsibility and disclaims any liability for
accidents, injury or physical or property damage arising as a consequence of such unauthorized
modifications and/or incorporation of Third Party Products.
Further, e.g. each of the following invalidates any warranty of seller and relieves seller from any
responsibility and liability for accidents, injury or physical or property damage: failure to operate
and/or maintain products in accordance with the applicable installation and/or operator's
manuals, owner's manuals, maintenance manuals, recommendations, and any other manuals,
guidelines or recommendations concerning the maintenance and operation of products that may
be communicated from time to time; side-pulling of load; shock loading; excessive jogging;
eccentric loading; overloading; accidental occurrence; improper repair; improper handling or
storage of products; chemical exposure; abnormal operating conditions not identified to seller in
writing prior to seller's issuance of a quotation; or any other cause that in seller's sole discretion
is not attributable to defects in material and workmanship.
1.2.3 Standards and directives
This product has been designed and manufactured to conform to European and international
standards and directives.
The product also fulfills the requirements of the following standards (if applicable): CSA, UL,
OSHA, CCC
Declaration of conformity and other certificates are included in the delivery package.
NOTE Manufacturer reserves the right to modify the design and material specifications without
prior notice.
1.3 Manufacturer
1.3.1 Contact information
Verlinde S.A.S.
2, Boulevard de l'Industrie
BP 20059
28509 VERNOUILLET CEDEX
FRANCE
www.verlinde.fr
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2 SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT
2.1 Safety messages and signals
This section includes explanations of the safety symbols, signs, signals, and labels used on the
product and in the documentation.
2.1.1 Signal words
The following signal words and symbols are used to identify safety messages in these
instructions.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in damage to
property or environment.
2.1.2 Hazard symbols
Hazard symbols are used to indicate the type of the hazard and the potential consequences.
Hazard symbols are indicated by a yellow triangle with black symbols and a black triangle band
that is surrounded by a yellow border. All personnel working on or in proximity of the machine
must understand and follow the information that is given in all hazard symbols.
General hazard symbol
The general hazard symbol identifies important safety messages in this manual. When you see
this symbol, carefully read and understand the message that follows, and inform other users
when necessary.
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Mechanical hazard symbols
Foot crushing hazard Hand crushing hazard Cutting hazard Falling hazard
Falling load hazard Slipping hazard Falling objects hazard Crushing hazard
Hanging load hazard
Electrical hazard symbols
Electrical hazard Overhead power line
hazard
Noise hazard symbols
Noise hazard
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2.1.3 Mandatory action symbols
Mandatory action symbols specify actions to be taken to avoid a hazard. Mandatory actions are
indicated by white symbols on a blue background. All personnel working on or in proximity of
the equipment must understand and follow the information that is given in the mandatory action
symbols.
Disconnect
equipment from
power source.
Wear approved
hearing protectors.
Read instructions. Wear approved safety
shoes.
Switch off and lock-
out equipment.
Wear approved hard
hat.
Wear approved eye
protector.
2.1.4 Prohibited action symbols
Prohibited action symbols indicate actions that are prohibited in order to avoid a hazard.
Prohibited actions are indicated by a red circle with a red diagonal line across the circle. The
action that is prohibited is always in black. All personnel working on or in proximity of the
equipment must understand and follow the information that is given in the prohibited action
symbols.
Do not modify
2.2 Responsibilities of the owner
2.2.1 Preventing work-related hazards
The owner of the product must ensure that the operators have a sufficient knowledge of the
work-related hazards and of the ways to avoid the hazards.
The operator must always perform a local risk assessment before every work phase or shift.
The assessment ensures that the operator stops and thinks about what to do before starting to
work.
• Identify potential hazards that could affect you, your colleagues, the environment, your
product, or work method while you are performing the task
• Assess the risks and implement the actions that are needed to eliminate or reduce the risks
Only competent persons are allowed to carry out operation and other tasks. The responsibility
of the owner is to:
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• Provide training and orientation
• Validate training methods
• Verify competence and skills
• Monitor and evaluate user performance regularly
2.2.2 Personal protective equipment
NOTE
This section proposes personal protective equipment to ensure the operator's safety.
Follow the local regulations and requirements of the working environment. Use only
approved and accepted personal protective equipment.
For safety, the operator or others near the product are required to wear personal protective
equipment (PPE). Various types of PPE are available as listed below and must be selected
according to the requirements of the working environment.
• Hard hat
• Eye-protector
• Hearing protectors
• Safety shoes
• Respirator
• Safety gloves
• Protective clothing
• Safety harness when working at heights
• High-visibility clothing
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that can get caught on controls or pulled into moving parts
of the product.
Tie back long hair. Long hair can get entangled.
Select the appropriate clothing for each task, for example:
• Wear fire-resistant clothing when welding, flame cutting, or using an angle grinder
• Tear-resistant clothing must resist damage from sharp edges in the steel structure
• Wear anti-static clothing when working on electrical circuits so that components do not get
damaged by a discharge of static electricity
• When working with lubricants, clothing must prevent direct skin contact with the lubricant
• Choose the clothing with consideration to the temperature at the working site
2.2.2.1 Fall protection
While personnel are doing installation, inspection, or maintenance work at heights, they must
follow fall protection procedures as required by local regulations. Fall prevention practices and
fall protection equipment aim at protecting personnel working on or around the equipment from
exposure to falls.
If the equipment does not have a service platform or guardrail, personnel must use a properly
fitted safety harness. The safety harness is attached to the dedicated fixing points on a building
or equipment in order to prevent falls.
If the product does not have dedicated fixing points for fall protection, it is the owner's
responsibility to make sure that suitable and secure fixing points are available or provide an
appropriate manlift.
If ladders must be used, personnel must practice setting and securing the ladders before using
them for actual work.
Fall protection system has four components:
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•Safety harness: Safety harness helps to prevent employees to get hurt in a fall.
•Lanyard belt: Lanyard belt is connected to the anchor point and is attached to the safety
harness. Lanyard belts are shock absorbing, which means that they slow down and eventually
stop a fall.
•Snap hook: Snap hooks connect the D-ring to the safety harness. Snap hooks must be
double locking. The basic rule is: connect only one snap hook to one D-ring.
•Anchorage point: Anchorage point is the point to which personal fall protection equipment is
attached. The point must be capable of supporting at least 2,268 kg (5,000 lb) per employee.
If there is any doubt about the strength of the attachment point, find an alternative point that
can support the worker.
A typical fall protection program may include:
• Documented and established site policies and procedures
• Conducting site assessments for fall hazards
• Selection of the proper fall protection system and equipment
• Training on fall protection procedures and the proper use of fall protection systems
• Inspection and proper maintenance of fall protection equipment
• Measures to prevent falling objects
• Rescue plans
If necessary, contact your supplier or service organization for assistance with designing your fall
protection program.
2.2.3 Incident reporting
Product safety issues that you must report are events in which the manufacturer's product has
been involved in an accident or near-miss incident. Contact your local manufacturer's
representative immediately to report any safety-related feedback, such as unauthorized
modifications, missing manuals and safety labels, neglected maintenance, or misuse.
Reporting is mandatory to ensure safe working conditions for employees, to provide information
for the risk assessment process, and to initiate product improvements.
2.3 Limitations of the product
2.3.1 Operating conditions
WARNING! MACHINE MALFUNCTION HAZARD
Using the equipment in an environment for which it is not designed can be dangerous.
It also reduces the equipment lifetime and increases the maintenance requirements.
Only use the product in an environment for which it is designed for. When in doubt,
contact the manufacturer or the manufacturer's representative.
If the operating environment deviates from the environment that is specified when you order the
product, contact the manufacturer. Solutions are available to enable the product to work in a
wide range of operating environments. If you plan to use a product that is designed for general
use in exceptional ambient conditions or for handling dangerous substances, consult the
manufacturer or the manufacturer's representative. Notice, for example, that molten metal is
considered a dangerous substance. Examples of exceptional ambient conditions include windy
areas, zones prone to earthquakes, and corrosive atmospheres.
The product that is designed for general use may be used in normal industrial environments
which fulfill the following conditions:
• Indoor products must be situated indoors, protected from outdoor weather conditions.
• Ambient temperature is specified in the order confirmation. Typically it is between -10°C
(14°F) and +40°C (104°F).
• Air quality meets the requirements of the EN standard 14611-1 1999.
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• Product is not exposed to any corrosive chemicals or an explosive atmosphere.
• If the product is used in an area prone to earthquakes, special hazards may appear if there is
an earthquake.
• Product performance and capacity are designed for altitudes of less than 1000 m (3280 ft)
above sea level. Using the product in higher altitudes decreases its performance.
• Relative air humidity must not exceed 90%.
NOTE
There can be extra optional features in your equipment to allow operation in special
environments such as outdoors. When in doubt, contact your manufacturer or the
manufacturer's representative.
2.3.2 Prohibited use
WARNING! MACHINE MALFUNCTION HAZARD
Using the equipment outside the limits of its duty class or operating conditions could
cause malfunction of the equipment and lead to death, severe injury, or property
damage.
Do not use the equipment outside the limits of its duty class or operating conditions.
Prohibited use of the equipment includes, but is not limited to the following:
• Using the equipment in areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere
• Exceeding the maximum working load
• Using the hoist for lifting or transporting people
• Transporting a load with people nearby
• Moving or holding loads above people
• Pulling a load loose
• Dragging or towing a load
• Pulling a load at an angle, or dragging a load. Always lift, pull, and tension in a straight line
between load and hoist.
• Removing the safety latch from the hook
• Touching the chain during the hoisting motion
• Making knots in load ropes or chains or shortening them with devices such as bolts or screws
• Lifting the load with the slack end of the load chain
• Operating the hoist when the chain is twisted
• Operating a damaged hoist
• Manipulating the slipping clutch
• Approaching the slipping clutch in normal operation
• Using the hoist as an earth reference for welding.
For more information, see chapters Product description (page 25) and Operating
conditions (page 16). When in doubt, contact the manufacturer or the manufacturer’s
representative.
2.3.3 Changes to the product
WARNING
MACHINE MALFUNCTION HAZARD
Unauthorized changes or modifications to the product could lead to death, severe injury
or property damage.
Always contact the manufacturer to get advance written approval for any product
change or modification.
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All modifications and corrections not authorized in the product manuals or which may affect the
maintenance, operation, safety, and availability of the product need to be approved in writing by
the manufacturer before implementation. Approval requires risk assessment taking into
consideration any new risks that the changes and modifications may bring.
Changes and modifications without proper risk assessment, elimination or reduction of risk and
without appropriate safety measures may lead to death, serious personal injuries or damage to
property or environment. Unauthorized modifications will also void the warranty.
If a modification or correction as described above has been implemented without the
manufacturer's permission, its effect on warranty liability will be considered case-by-case. Thus,
the warranty application may be rejected altogether. Should you consider a modification or
alteration necessary, you must contact the organization that manufactured and designed the
product. No modification is permitted unless you first obtain the written approval of the
manufacturer.
2.4 Safety devices
WARNING! MACHINE MALFUNCTION HAZARD
Removing or modifying the safety devices could cause malfunction of the safety
devices, which could lead to death, severe injury, or property damage.
Do not remove or modify any safety devices on the equipment without written approval
from the manufacturer.
Audible safety signals
Device Description
Audible alarm horn (option) The audible alarm horn is available as an optional feature,
and it is typically used with the radio-controlled hoists. The
audible alarm horn warns with a warning signal when the
operator turns on the power to the equipment or starts driving
the product.
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2.4.1 Hoist
Device Description
Emergency stop button The emergency stop button is used to turn off power to the
system in dangerous situations. The emergency stop button
cuts the supply voltage to the system from the main contactor.
Always eliminate the danger before releasing the emergency
stop button. There are several types of emergency stop
buttons, but they are always red.
Slipping clutch The slipping clutch protects the machinery against
overloading. Overload occurs at around 110% of the rated
capacity of the hoist. When activated (at around 150% - 160%
static load), the slipping clutch prevents further hoisting but it
is still possible to lower the load. Never use the slipping clutch
to assess the weight of the load.
Back-up brake (holding
brake) (option)
If the hoisting brake fails, the back-up brake (holding brake)
supports the load. The back-up brake closes just after the
hoisting brake, and opens just before the hoisting brake. For
more information, see chapter Checking the brake
lining (page 92).
Upper and lower mechanical
limit switch
If the hook moves too high or low, the mechanical limit
switches prevent the possible damage to the equipment.
When the chain stop touches the limit switch, it is activated,
which stops the hook movement. The upper limit switch stops
the upward hook movement, and the lower limit switch the
downward hook movement. However, it is not recommended
to use the mechanical limit switches as operational end stops.
2.4.2 Trolley
Device Description
Emergency stop button The emergency stop button is used to turn off power to the
system in dangerous situations. The emergency stop button
cuts the supply voltage to the system from the main contactor.
Always eliminate the danger before releasing the emergency
stop button.
Traveling limit switch (option) The traveling limit switch prevents the trolley from traveling
beyond a certain point at the end of the bridge. The trolley
can only be driven in the opposite direction when the switch is
activated.
Slowdown limit (option) After passing the slowdown limit, the trolley can only move at
a low speed towards the end of the bridge (traveling beam).
Two-step traveling limit switch
(option)
The two-step traveling limit switch stops the travel motion of
the trolley. When the first limit is activated, the travel motion
switches from fast to slow. When the second limit is activated,
it stops the travel motion before reaching the end of the
bridge.
Derailment catches Derailment catches prevent the trolley from coming off the
runway rail due to obstacles on the bridge, for example.
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2.5 Protective measures
2.5.1 Emergency stopping
WARNING! UNCONTROLLED MOVEMENT HAZARD
Emergency stopping could cause the equipment to move or operate in an uncontrolled
manner which could lead to death, severe injury, or property damage.
Only use the emergency stop button in an emergency situation.
In an equipment malfunction or other emergency situations, you can stop all motions
immediately by pressing the red emergency stop button. In normal operation, do not use the
emergency stop button. Instead, use the direction controls. Routinely using the emergency stop
button increases wear on the product.
NOTE Only operate the equipment if you know the location of the emergency stop button.
There are two main types of emergency stop buttons:
• Emergency stop button with a twist-release mechanism which latches in the activated position
• Emergency stop button with a push-pull mechanism which remains pushed in
To reset the latching type of an emergency stop button, twist the button in the direction of an
arrow in the mushroom head. The rotating movement releases the latch and allows the button
to spring out to the normal reset position.
Figure 1. Emergency stop button with twist-release mechanism
To reset the push-pull type emergency stop button, pull the button manually outwards to the
normal reset position. The push-pull type emergency stop button is an emergency stop button
that does not have a rotation arrow sign on the button head.
Figure 2. Emergency stop button with push-pull mechanism
Restarting the equipment and the operation controls is possible only after the emergency stop
button has been reset to the normal reset position.
2.5.2 Main isolation switch
You can only operate the product when power is turned on. The owner must identify and
document the location and function of the main isolation switch and communicate this
information to all operators.
NOTE Only operate the product if you know the location of the main isolation switch.
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