Vulcan-Hart NBC1T User manual

OPERATOR`S MANUAL
NBC - Nova Beam Clamp
WARNING
DO NOT INSTALL, USE OR REPAIR THIS EQUIPMENT BEFORE
READING THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIERETY. FAILURE TO READ AND
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY, DEATH AND/OR MATERIAL DAMAGES

Nova Beam Clamp 22018-12-20, rev2
WARNING
All persons involved in using, inspecting, maintaining or
repairing this equipment must be thoroughly familiar with the
contents of this manual and follow the recommended instructions
and procedures to avoid injury or property damage.
WARNING
The equipment described in this manual is not designed to
lift or move people nor to lift or move loads over people and must
therefore not be used for such means.
WARNING
Do not use this clamp in areas containing flammable
vapors, liquids, gasses or combustible dust or fibers. Do not use
this clamp in highly corrosive, abrasive, wet environments or in
temperatures below -10°C or above 50°C.
NOTICE
Please visit Vulcan’s website www.vulcanhoist.com for the
latest manual version or any other questions regarding the
equipment.

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Safety and Warnings
Dangerous Practices to be Avoided
DO NOT use the clamp before reading the manual
DO NOT let an unqualified person use or repair the clamp
DO NOT exceed the rated capacity of the clamp
DO NOT use the clamp to grab, secure or lift the load
DO NOT use as a “below-the-hook” lifting device
DO NOT install clamp on beams of unknown capacity
DO NOT use the clamp in temperatures below -10°C or
above 50°C
DO NOT use a damaged or malfunctioning clamp
DO NOT lift people nor carry loads over people
DO NOT stay in the “fall zone” when lifting a load
DO NOT lift if the clamp is not firmly tightened on the beam
DO NOT lift unbalanced loads
DO NOT leave the load supported by the clamp unattended
DO NOT shock load
DO NOT allow a welding electrode to touch the beam clamp
DO NOT use the clamp as ground for welding
DO NOT remove or obscure labels
DO NOT use if nameplate or safety and warning labels are
missing or illegible
WARNING
DO NOT use the beam clamp to grab, secure or lift the
load. The beam clamp is not designed as a “below-the-hook”
lifting device and must not be used as one.
Use the beam clamp to attach or suspend a load underneath
a fixed, stationary and rated for that purpose beam.

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WARNING
Use only Vulcan authorized replacement parts in the
service and maintenance of this equipment. Failure to comply with
the above limitations will void the warranty and may result in
property damage, injury or death.
Installation and Operation
Operation Procedures
1
Prior to lifting, make sure the lift can be performed safely and
the lift path is clear
2
Ensure the beam is of suitable capacity for the load and will
not be damaged where the clamp is attached
3
Fit the beam clamp tightly on the beam and over the load`s
center of gravity. Make sure the clamp will not be side loaded
4
Verify that all other lifting devices are properly fastened
5
While performing the lift, do not let people to stay in or cross
the “fall zone” under the clamp
6
Keep clamp parts clean and lubricated to protect against rust

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Inspection
ATTENTION
The beam clamp must be inspected by the operator daily. If
any deficiencies are noted, stop using the beam clamp until it is
repaired or replaced.
Daily Inspection
1
Check for cracks or distortions in the structural frame, welds
or mechanical components
2
Check for loose fasteners or other clamp components
3
Verify the clamping mechanism operates properly and the
thread is clean, lubricated and straight
4
Check for signs of heat damage or weld splatter
5
Check for excessive wear on load bearing parts like, but not
limited to: the lifting eye, the clamp mouth, the jaws, the
thread, etc.
6
Make sure the nameplate and the warning labels are present
and legible
ATTENTION
A qualified person must inspect regularly and in depth the
clamp and its components to ensure the equipment is safe for use.
These inspections may vary in frequency and detail according to
the intensity of the equipment use but must include at least the
daily inspection procedure.
The client is responsible for keeping dated records of all
periodic inspections and maintenance procedures as means of
continuously monitoring the condition of the equipment.

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Model
NBC1T
NBC2T
NBC3T
NBC5T
NBC10T
WLL
(lbs)
2200
4400
6600
11000
22000
Beam
width
(in)
2.95
8.66
2.95
8.66
3.15
12.60
3.15
12.60
3.54
12.60
A (in)
10.24
10.24
13.94
13.94
14.37
B (in)
7.09
14.17
7.09
14.17
9.25
19.29
9.25
19.29
12.60
19.88
C (in)
2.52
2.91
4.06
4.33
4.72
D (in)
.20
.24
.31
.39
.47
E (in)
8.46
8.46
10.24
10.24
11.02
F (in)
4.02
6.10
4.02
6.10
5.51
8.86
5.51
8.86
6.69
9.25
G (in)
.98
.98
1.77
1.77
1.97
H (in)
.87
.87
.94
1.10
1.57

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Item
Description EN
Description FR
Qty
1
Side plate
Plaque de côté
2
2
Stay
Appui
4
3
Threaded spindle support
Support de tige filetée
1
4
Equalizer pin
Arbre-égalisateur
1
5
Link cover lever handle
Manche de levier fileté
1
6
Screw
Vis
1
7
Threaded shaft
Tige filetée
1
8
Thread spindle
Écrou de tige filetée
1
9
Handle
Levier d’opération
1

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