R&M Materials Handling MANUAL CHAIN HOISTS - Manual (Page 50)

RLP I&M MANUAL/EN/07.20.10
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1.4 Operating Practices
In addition to the Safe Operating Practices – Dos and Don’ts, it recommended that the following operating
practices (taken in part from American National Standards ASME HST-3M) be adhered to when using a
lever-operated puller.
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The supporting structure or anchoring means shall have a load rating at least equal to that of the
hoist.
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The operator shall familiarize himself with the operation of the equipment and its proper care. If
adjustments are necessary or damage is known, the unit must be removed from service and not
used until corrections are made.
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Hoists shall be used only in locations that will allow the operator to be free of the load.
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The operator shall make sure that all people in the area are clear of the load.
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The operator shall not engage in any activity, which will divert his attention while operating the
equipment.
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The operator shall not attempt to use free-chaining feature with any load on the unit. A load shall not
be applied with the control function in the neutral position.
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The unit shall always be operated by hand power only and never operated with an extension on the
lever.
1.5 Handling the Load
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The rated load shall not be exceeded.
• The load chain shall not be wrapped around the load.
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The load shall be attached to the load hook or attached by means of slings or other approved
apparatus.
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Slings or other approved apparatus shall be seated properly in the saddle of the hook.
• Hook safety latch shall be closed before operating the unit.
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Hooks shall not be tip loaded
• Before lifting or pulling, the operator must be certain that
1. Load chain is not twisted, kinked and is properly seated in the load wheel.
2. Load is not caught on any obstructions,
3. Clearance is available to avoid personal injury or property damage.
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Unit shall not be operated until the load block; chain and unit body are directly inline with the
direction of loading to avoid side pull.
• Do not leave a loaded lever puller unattended at any time.
2 PACKAGING
The various models are delivered assembled and packed in cardboard boxes.