Raptor LW100, Operating & Maintenance Instructions

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LOWERING/LOOSENING LOAD 

Move selector switch to the unload position. Again operate lever in an up and down 

motion until the load has safely reached the ground. 

LOCKED BRAKE 

If the hoist which is under load is suddenly relieved of the load i.e. by taking load off 

bottom hook or by pulling a load down walls etc. The brake will also lock if the bottom 

hook is pulled tightly against the hoist frame. 

To unlock the brake, turn the Selector lever to the unload position and pull on the lever 

sharply. 

5 - MAINTENANCE/INSPECTION 

To maintain continuous and satisfactory operation, a regular inspection procedure must 

be initiated so that worn or damaged parts can be replaced before they become unsafe. 

The intervals of inspection must be determined by the individual application and are 

based upon the type of service to which the hoist is subjected. To test the brake a test 

load with capacity the same as the hoist should be used. 

The hoist should be visually inspected by the operator / competent person daily or 

before each use. 

To check for worn parts the hoist may need to be disassembled this should only be 

carried out by a qualified repairer and not by the operator. 

Annual inspection and re-certifying of the hoist should be carried out in accordance to 

European Safety Regulations – therefore the hoist must be returned to a recognized and 

competent lifting equipment repair centre.