R&M Materials Handling MANUAL CHAIN HOISTS - Manual (Page 31)

RL I&M MANUAL/EN/06.17.09
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1 GENERAL
Check that the equipment furnished corresponds with the details on the packing slip attached to the
packaging.
Limit loads to half of the nominal load capacity during periods of extreme cold weather where the ambient
temperature is less than 5°F [-15 °C].
1.1 Description
Figure 1. Main Hoist Components
1.2 Start-up
Before operating the new unit, carry out the following start-up procedures:
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Read the attached WARNING tag or other legends affixed to the unit that includes cautionary
language AGAINST:
1. Lifting or pulling more than rated load;
2. Operating unit when it is restricted from forming a straight line with the direction of loading;
3. Operating unit with a lever extender;
4. Operating damaged or malfunctioning unit;
5. Lifting people or loads over people;
6. Operating unit with twisted, kinked, or damaged chain;
7. Removing or obscuring warning information.
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With a brush, oil the chain generously along the entire length.
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Make sure that the load chain is not twisted or kinked. If so, untwist the load chain before using.
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Grease the swivel joints of the hooks.
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Without load, carry out several raising and lowering operations using the entire length of the load
chain.
• With load, carry out several raising and lowering operations using the entire length of the load chain.
Operating Control Lever
Lever Handle
Load Hook
Serial number and capacity label