R&M Materials Handling, Inc
STAGEMAKER® COMPACT Concert Hoist
Springfield, Ohio USA
SM5 Manual
: 800 955-9967
Revision 1
web:
www.rmhoist.com
08/14/02
RM-SM5-MAN-2001-1-ENG
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DO’S - HOISTS
1.
READ and follow manufacturer’s Instruction, Installation and Maintenance manuals. When
repairing or maintaining a hoist use only manufacturer’s recommended parts and materials.
2.
READ and follow all instruction and warning information on, or attached to the hoist.
3.
REMOVE the hoist from service and thoroughly inspect and repair, as necessary, if unusual
performance or visual defects (such as peculiar noise, jerky operation, travel in wrong
direction, or obviously damaged parts) are noticed.
4.
ESTABLISH a regular schedule of inspection and maintain records for all hoists with special
attention given to hooks, load chains, brakes, and limit switches. See SECTION 5.
5.
CHECK operation of brakes for excessive drift.
6.
MAKE SURE you never lift loads over people, unless additional safety precautions are taken.
7. CHECK for damaged hooks and load chains.
8. KEEP load chain clean and well lubricated.
9. CHECK the load chain for improper seating, twisting, kinking, wear, or other defects before
operating the hoists.
10. MAKE SURE a load clears neighboring stockpiles, machinery, or other obstructions when
raising, lowering, or traveling the load.
11. CENTER hoist over the load before operating.
12. AVOID swinging of load or load hook when traveling the hoist.
13. BE SURE the load attachment is properly seated in the saddle of the hook. Balance load
properly before handling. Avoid hook tip loading.
14. PULL in a straight line.
15. TAKE up slack slowly.
16.
KEEP load chain clear from any objects.
