INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE CHECK LIST
ELECTRIC POWERED OVERHEAD CHAIN HOIST
Type of Hoist ___________________________________________________________
Capacity (Tons) _________________________________________________
Location _______________________________________________________________
Original Installation Date _______________________________________
Manufacturer___________________________________________________________
Manufacturer’s Serial No. _______________________________________
Item
Frequency of Inspection
Possible Deficiencies
OK
Action
Frequent
Periodic
Required
Daily
Monthly
1-12 Mo.
Operating Controls
*
*
*
Any deficiency causing improper operation
Limit Switches
*
*
*
1. Any deficiency causing improper operation
2. Pitting or deterioration
Brake Mechanism
*
*
*
1. Slippage or excessive drift
2. Glazing, contamination or excessive wear
Hooks
*
*
*
Excessive throat opening 15% bent or twisted more than 10
degrees, damaged hook latch, wear, chemical damage,
worn hook bearing. Cracks (use dye penetrant, magnetic or
other suitable detection method)
Suspension Lug (if used)
*
*
*
Cracks, excessive wear or other damage which may impair
the strength of the lug. Cracks (use dye penetrant,
magnetic particle or other suitable detection method)
Chain
*
*
*
Inadequate lubrication, excessive wear or stretch, cracked,
damaged or twisted links, corrosion or foreign substance
Hook and Suspension
*
Cracks, bending, stripped threads
Lug Connections
Pins, Bearings, Bushings
*
Excessive wear, corrosion, cracks, distortion
Shafts, Couplings
Nuts, Bolts, Rivets
*
Looseness, stripped and damaged threads, corrosion
Sheaves
*
Distortion, cracks, and excessive wear.
Build-up of foreign substances
Housings, Load Block
*
Cracks, distortion. Excessive wear, internal build-up of
foreign substances
Wiring and Terminals
*
Fraying, defective insulation
Hoist Reversing
Contactor, other Electrical
*
Loose connections, burned or pitted contacts
Apparatus
Supporting Structure and Trolley
*
Damage or wear which restricts ability to support
(if used)
imposed loads
Nameplates, Decals,
*
Missing, damaged or illegible
Warning Labels
Transmission Lubricant
*
Low level requires changing
NOTE: Refer to Maintenance and Inspection Sections of the Hoist-Maintenance Manual for further details.
FREQUENCY OF INSPECTION
Frequent — Indicates items requiring inspection daily to monthly. Daily inspections may be performed by the operator if properly designated.
Periodic — Indicates items requiring inspection monthly to yearly. Inspections to be performed by or under the direction of a properly designated period. The exact
period of inspection will depend on frequency and type of usage. Determination of this period will be based on the user’s experience. It is recommended
that the user begin with a monthly inspection and extend the periods to quarterly, semi-annually or annually based on user’s monthly experience.
Figure 10A — Recommended Inspection and Maintenance Check List
NOTE:
This inspection and maintenance check list is in accordance with our interpretation of the requirements of the Safety
Standard for Overhead Hoists ASME B30.16. It is, however, the ultimate responsibility of the employer/user to interpret and
adhere to the applicable requirements of this safety standard.
16
Country Club Road
P.O. Box 779
Wadesboro, NC 28170 USA
TEL: (800) 477-5003
FAX: (800) 374-6853
For more information contact: Sievert Crane and Hoist, (708) 771-1600, parts@sievertelectric.com, www.sievertcrane.com
