UM-130_WG-01_IS0
SAFE USE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
WG-01
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WORM GEAR WINCH Issue 0
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without notification. Always check with Checkmate Lifting & Safety Ltd that your version is the latest issue. 27/02/2017
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4. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
INSPECTION
Inspect the device prior to use, particular attention to the condition of the rope
assembly ensure the rope has no signs of damage and the hooks are functioning
correctly. If the device fails inspection and is found to be irreparable it must be
destroyed before being discarded to prevent further use. If the equipment has been
subjected to the forces of arresting a fall or affecting a rescue, the rescuer must
immediately remove it from field service when safe to do so, for inspection, repair or
replacement.
VISUAL INSPECTIONS
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CHECK EXTERNAL CONDITION
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CHECK CONDITION OF MECHANISM
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CHECK ROPE AND HOOK ASSEMBLY (ENTIRE LENGTH)
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CHECK THE DEVICE IS NOT DUSTY
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CHECK THE DEVICE IS GREASED AND LUBRICATED
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INSPECT THE WEAR OF BRAKE MATERIAL (FRICTION PADS)
MATERIAL LIFTING
If the device is being used solely for material lifting and NOT man riding, then the
device is subject to annual (12 monthly) service/inspection.
MAN RIDING (with back up device)
If the device is being used for a mixture of material and man riding or just man riding
the device is subject to 6 monthly service/inspection. If subjected to the forces of
arresting a fall the device must be removed from field service and thoroughly
inspected by a trained and competent person.
RECORDING INSPECTIONS
Scheduled service/inspections must be performed in accordance with the schedules
set out above and recorded in section 13. The date of first use must also be recorded
here.
LOAD TESTING
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APPLY A LOAD OF 110lbs (50Kg), RAISE AND LOWER THE DEVICE THROUGH ITS
LENGTH. PAUSING FREQUENTLY TO OBSERVE THE LOAD IS RETAINED.
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APPLY A LOAD OF 660lbs (300Kg), RAISE AND LOWER THE DEVICE THROUGH A
6ft (2m) LENGTH. PAUSING FREQUENTLY TO OBSERVE THE LOAD IS RETAINED.
