R&M Materials Handling ELECTRIC CHAIN HOISTS LoadMate Chain Hoist General Operation Manual User Manual
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Daily inspection items that should be performed by the operator at the start of each shift, or at the time the hoist 
is first used during the shift, include the below items: 
ITEM
INSPECTION CHECK POINTS
Tagged Hoist
Check that hoist is not tagged with an out-of-order sign.
 
Control Devices 
Check that all travel motions agree with control device markings.
When checking hoist travel motion, always use “UP” control first.
 
Brakes 
Check that all travel motions do not have excessive drift and that stopping 
distances are normal. 
 
Hook 
Check for hook latch presence and that it operates properly.
 
Load Chain 
Check for nicks, gouges, and any type of deformation or damage to the
chain. Check for lubrication of load chain.
 
Reeving 
Check that load chain is properly reeved, that load chain is not kinked or 
twisted, and that load chain parts are not twisted about each other. 
 
Limit Devices 
Check that the primary upper limit device stops lifting motion of the
hoist load block at the upper limit of travel.
If furnished, check that the lower limit device stops lowering motion of hoist load 
block at lower limit of travel. 
Oil Leakage
Check for any sign of oil or grease leakage on the hoist and on floor area 
beneath hoist. 
Unusual Sounds
Check for any unusual sounds from hoist and hoist mechanism while operating 
the hoist. 
 
Warning & Safety Labels 
Check that warning and other safety labels are not missing and that they are
legible.
It is Recommended That the Operator:
•
SHALL
perform a daily inspection. Refer to the above INSPECTION CHECK POINTS.
•
SHALL
visually inspect load chain for nicks, gouges, any type of deformation or damage, and 
check load chain for proper lubrication.
•
SHALL
visually inspect hooks for nicks, gouges, deformed throat opening,
wear on saddle or load bearing point, and twisting.
