Wood’s Powr-Grip MRTALPR4FS10TDC - Manual (Page 23)

Rev 6.0/5-14 21 MRTALPR4-DC: #35057
The operator must never attempt to move the lifter or load until the vacuum pads are completely
disengaged, as this could cause an unexpected load release and potential injury to the operator
or others. If the vacuum pads do not disengage completely on the first attempt, repeat the
release process. If the load cannot be successfully released for any reason, reapply the vacuum
pads to the load as previously directed (see T
O
A
PPLY THE
P
ADS TO A
L
OAD
preceding) prior to
moving the lifter or load.
After the load is successfully released, the lifter will automatically activate the stand-by mode to
conserve the battery energy until the lifter is ready to lift another load. Once the stand-by mode
is activated, only the blue power light remains illuminated.
Prior to lifting another load, perform the Every-Lift Inspection as directed in MAINTENANCE:
I
NSPECTION
S
CHEDULE
.
A
FTER
U
SING THE
L
IFTER
Make sure the power switch on the lifter is in the OFF ( ) position. The adjacent power light
shuts off when the operator powers down the lifter.
CAUTION: Do not set the lifter against any surfaces which could soil or damage the
vacuum pads.
To remove the lifter from the hoisting equipment, place stable supports under the pad frame.
Use the hoisting equipment to gently lower the lifter until the supports are holding its entire
weight and the vacuum pads are not contacting anything. Make sure the lifter is stable; then
detach the hoisting equipment hook from the lift spool.
If the lifter is transported to another location, use the original shipping container and secure the
lifter so as to protect the vacuum pads and all other components from damage while in transit.
Storing the Lifter
Use the covers supplied (when applicable) to keep the vacuum pads clean. Charge the battery
completely when placing it in storage and at six-month intervals thereafter (see MAINTENANCE:
B
ATTERY
R
ECHARGE
). After charging the battery, disconnect the electrical connectors uniting the
battery to the battery charger and to the vacuum generating system, in order to minimize power
drainage. Preferred temperatures for storing the battery are 32° to 70° Fahrenheit [0° to 21°
Celsius]. Higher temperatures require the battery to be charged more frequently. Storage at
temperatures above 100° Fahrenheit [38° Celsius] should be avoided.