R&M Materials Handling ELECTRIC CHAIN HOISTS Digichain - Manual (Page 4)

R&M Materials Handling, Inc LoadMate Chain Hoist
Springfield, Ohio USA DIGICHAIN Instruction Manual
: 800 955-9967 June 2003
www.rmhoist.com
10/16/03 RM-LM-DIGICH-MAN-2003-0-ENG.doc
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1 Description – Technical Characteristics
CAUTION
The DIGICHAIN shall only be used with the rated load indicated on the
rating and capacity plates.
1.1 Technical Data
Load capacity from 250 lbs. [125 kg] up to 1000 lbs. [500 kg]
Maximum height of lift is 10 ft [3 m].
Safety latch on hook is furnished.
Pushbutton: Hoist motion only
Hoist speed: Single or two-speed
E-Stop button: Push-to-maintain, turn-to-release, red mushroom head
Matches the control voltage of the hoist – 115 volts maximum
Weight of unit is approximately 7 lbs. [3.2 kg].
Lateral drawing angle: 3 degrees maximum
Single fall only; LM1 or LM05 hoist
1.2 Environmental Data
• Ambient temperature: 14°F to +104°F [-10°C to +40°C]
• Humidity: 90% RH (no condensation)
• Vibration: 0.2g
n
(2m/s 2 )
• Protection range: IP-55
• Approvals CSA
1.3 Function Tests
Check that the electrical components are properly connected.
Check that the operating parameters are met.
Close the cover of the control enclosure.
Supply the equipment with the appropriate voltage.
Check the operation of the upper and lower limit switches.
Make sure the direction of the hook corresponds with respect to the button being pressed.
Interchange any two of the hoist power leads (L1, L2, L3) if the hook moves in the wrong
direction.