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Operating
WARNING
Safety hazard.
Bridging limit switches or operating the hoist with a damaged rope or
brake is not permissible.
6.1
Operating precautions
1.
DO
read the Operation & Service Manual.
2.
DO
read the applicable sections of FEM
9.756, Section IX “SERIES LIFTING
EQUIPMENT”
3.
DO
be familiar with hoist operating controls, procedures, and warnings.
4.
DO
make sure that the hook travel is in the same direction as shown on the controls.
5.
DO
maintain firm footing when operating hoist.
6.
DO
make sure that the load slings or other approved attachments are properly sized
and seated in the hook saddle.
7.
DO
make sure that the hook latch is closed and not supporting the load.
8.
DO
make sure that load is free to move and will clear all obstructions.
9.
DO
take up slack carefully, check load balance, lift a few inches and check load’s
holding action before continuing.
10.
DO
avoid swinging load or load hook.
11.
DO
make sure that all persons stay clear of the suspended load.
12.
DO
warn personnel of an approaching load.
13.
DO
protect wire from weld splatter or other damaging contaminants.
14.
DO
promptly report any malfunction, unusual performance or damage of the hoist.
15.
DO
inspect the hoist regularly, replace damaged or worn parts, and keep appropriate
records of maintenance.
16.
DO
use hoist manufacturer’s recommended parts when repairing a hoist.
17.
DO
use hook latches.
18.
DO
apply lubricant to the wire rope as recommended.
19.
DO NOT
lift more than rated load.
20.
DO NOT
use the hoist load-limiting device to measure the load.
21.
DO NOT
use a damaged hoist or a hoist that is not working properly.
22.
DO NOT
use the hoist with twisted, kinked, damaged, or worn wire rope.
23.
DO NOT
lift a load unless wire rope is properly seated in its groove(s).
24.
DO NOT
use wire rope as a sling or wrap rope around the load.
25.
DO NOT
lift a load if any binding prevents equal loading on all supporting ropes.
26.
DO NOT
apply the load to the tip of the hook.
27.
DO NOT
operate unless load is centered under hoist.
28.
DO NOT
allow your attention to be diverted from operating the hoist.
29.
DO NOT
operate the hoist beyond limits of wire rope travel.
30.
DO NOT
use limit switches as routine operating stops unless recommended. They
are emergency devices only.
31.
DO NOT
use the hoist to lift, support, or transport people.
32.
DO NOT
lift loads over people.
33.
DO NOT
leave a suspended load unattended unless specific precautions have been
taken.
34.
DO NOT
allow sharp contact between two hoists or between hoist and obstructions.
