Screw Jacks M0-M5 / J1-J5
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General Safety Instructions
The following warnings, preventive measures and instructions are intended to guarantee your safety and
to avoid damage to the lifting gear or the components connected to it. This chapter contains warnings and
instructions that generally apply to the handling of the lifting gear.
Intended Use:
The M0-5 / J1-5 worm gear screw jacks are intended only to carry out lifting, lowering, tilting and feeding
motions.
Please find lifting capacities in our catalog or at
Any other use is considered misuse. The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damage resulting from
misuse.
If the device is installed in machines or plants, commissioning is prohibited until it is determined that it
complies with the EC machinery directive.
Attention!
Requirement according to the German accident prevention regulations VBG14 / VBG 70:
If worm gear screw jacks are operated in theatre stages (VBG 70), lifting platforms (VBG 14) or lifting
equipment where there is a danger to persons, we generally recommend using a safety nut for fall
protection.
Attention!
This operating manual must be kept close to the device and be easily accessible and available to all users.
Attention!
Risk of damage to the lifting gear resulting from storage and transport.
Correct storage, installation and assembly as well as diligent operation and maintenance are prerequisites
for the trouble-free and safe operation of the worm gear screw jacks.
The worm gear screw jack must be protected against mechanical impacts and vibrations during transport
and storage.
Warning!
Work on live components:
E.g. installation of limit switches or a drive unit must only be carried out by trained electricians.
