R&M Materials Handling MANUAL CHAIN HOISTS - Manual (Page 52)

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3.2 DON’TS:
3.2.1 Transport / Storage
Do not put the equipment on anything without suitable support otherwise parts on the underside may
become damaged.
3.2.2 Installation / Maintenance / Servicing
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Never modify the equipment without the authorization of the manufacturer.
• Never modify the values and adjustments of the safety devices beyond the ranges specified in the
instruction manual or without the manufacturer’s approval.
• Never override limiting or safety equipment.
3.2.3 During Use
• Do not allow the hook, whether it is loaded or not, to pass over the heads of people below.
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Never attempt to move a load greater than the capacity indicated on the equipment.
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Remember that accidental impacts or snagging of the load being handled with surrounding objects
may provoke an overload of the equipment.
• Never remove the safety latches.
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Never use the equipment to transport people.
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Do not touch any inappropriate moving parts.
• Never use the equipment if it is in an unsatisfactory condition (worn, bent, etc.).
• Do not use spare parts of unknown or doubtful origin.
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Never intentionally allow the load to tip over.
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Do not shock load the equipment.
• Do not constantly use the end stops as a means of stopping.
• Never use the lifting chain as a sling.
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Never attach a sling on the point of the hook (risk of hook being damaged and load falling).
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Never use the hook in a slanting position.
• Never twist the lifting chain (risk of pulley block turning over, etc.).
• Do not leave a load suspended unattended.
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Never use the equipment as a ground for welding.
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Do not use the equipment for a purpose or in a situation for which it is not designed.
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Do not use the safety devices as a means of measuring loaded weight.
• Do not jerk the load as this causes deterioration of the equipment.
• Never pull the load sideways, always center equipment over the load before moving it.