Wood’s Powr-Grip PT10FS10TDC - Manual (Page 14)

Rev 10.0/4-13 12 PT10HV11FDC: #35144
Use the control handle to keep the lifter and load in the desired orientation while they are
suspended from the crane. 8 Once sufficient clearance is established, the load can be tilted as
desired (see T
O
T
ILT THE
L
OAD
to follow).
WARNING: Never allow any pad shutoff to be opened or closed while lifting.
Opening or closing a pad shutoff while the lifter is supporting a load could result in the release of
the load and possible injury to the operator or others. The operator must take all appropriate
measures to prevent any person or object from accidentally moving the lever of a pad shutoff
during the lift.
In Case of Power Failure
The lifter is equipped with a vacuum reserve tank, designed to maintain vacuum temporarily in
case of a power failure (ie, in battery).
WARNING: Stay clear of any suspended load in the event of a power failure.
Although the lifter is designed to support the load for at least 5 minutes without power, this
depends on many factors, including the condition of the load and the lifter’s vacuum system (see
INTENDED USE: L
OAD
C
HARACTERISTICS
and MAINTENANCE: V
ACUUM
P
AD
M
AINTENANCE
, V
ACUUM
T
EST
). If a power failure occurs, keep all personnel clear of the suspended load until it can safely
be placed on the ground or a stable support. Correct any deficiency before resuming normal
operation of the lifter.
T
O
T
ILT THE
L
OAD
CAUTION: Make sure load is positioned correctly on lifter (see T
O
A
PPLY
); unbalanced
loads may damage lifter.
Remember that the load requires more vertical space when tilted
to the upright position, as well as more horizontal space when
tilted to the flat position. Make sure there is sufficient clearance
for the load to tilt without contacting the operator or any nearby
objects. The tilt toggle switch on the movable control pendant
controls the powered tilt motion: To tilt the load towards the flat
position, push the toggle up; to tilt the load towards the upright
position, push the toggle down. Releasing the toggle switch locks
the load in any position within the 90° range of tilt movement.
T
O
R
ELEASE THE
P
ADS FROM THE
L
OAD
WARNING: Load must be fully supported before releasing vacuum pads.
When the load is at rest and fully supported, turn the apply/release switch to the “RELEASE”
position (counter-clockwise) to force air into the vacuum pads, quickly breaking the vacuum seal.
Continue to hold the apply/release switch in this position until the pads disengage completely
from the load.
8
If the lifter is equipped with Control Handle Extensions (option LB9HEO), do not use the control handle to fully correct the hang
angle of a lifter loaded to the Maximum Load Capacity (see SPECIFICATIONS). The Control Handle Extensions are not designed
to sustain more than 100 lbs [45.5 kg] of force upward or downward on the control handle.