Specifications – CM-ET Prostar User Manual
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REPAIR/REPLACEMENT POLICY
All Prostar Electric Chain Hoists are inspected and
performance tested prior to shipment. If any properly
maintained hoist develops a performance problem, due to a
material or workmanship defect, as verified by the factory,
repair or replacement of the unit will be made to the original
purchaser without charge. This repair/replacement policy
applies only to Prostar Hoists installed, maintained and
operated as outlined in this manual, and specifically
excludes hoists subject to normal wear, abuse, improper
installation, improper or inadequate maintenance, hostile
environmental effects and unauthorized
repairs/modifications.
We reserve the right to change materials or design if, in our
opinion, such changes will improve our product. Abuse,
repair by an unauthorized person, or use of non-factory
replacement parts voids the guarantee and could lead to
dangerous operation. All Prostar Electric Chain Hoists are
backed with a lifetime warranty. Refer to the back cover for
details and limitations.
ACCESSORIES
Chain Container
This accessory item (Figure 1A) is used to hold the slack
chain and it is supplied with mounting hardware and
instructions. Chain containers are recommended for those
applications where slack chain will interfere with the load or
drag on the floor as may more often be the case with the
Double-reeved units. Chain containers are shipped
separately and can be furnished for units already in service.
Latchlok
®
Hooks
Latchlok Hooks (Figure 1B) are available to replace the
standard lower latch type hooks. The unique design of the
Latchlok Hook assures that it will stay locked until the
operator releases it by depressing the release button. It will
not open accidentally–even if the load chain goes slack.
Once opened, it can be shut with one hand or the weight of
the load when it is lifted. Latchlok Hooks can be supplied
with the hoist or they can be provided in kit form for hoists
already in service.
The Prostar Electric Chain Hoist is a highly versatile
materials handling device that can be used to lift loads that
are within its rated load capacity. It is available in six load
ratings.
Standard features of the Prostar Electric Chain Hoist include:
• Alloy steel, oblique lay liftwheel that provides constant
chain speed and reduces chain wear.
• Hoistaloy
®
load chain for long and dependable service.
• Grease lubricated, hardened spur gears provide smooth
and quiet operation.
• Thermally protected, hoist duty motor.
• Forged steel upper and lower hooks with latch.
• Protector™ that prevents lifting dangerous overloads.
• D.C. disc type motor brake plus regenerative braking.
• Standard Less Chain Unit. Longer lifts can be supplied on
a per order basis.
• 3 foot (.9 M) power cord with provisions for grounding is
standard on 115-50/60, 220-1-50 and three phase units.
• 3 foot (.9M) is standard for all control cords. Longer cords
can be provided on a per order basis.
• Lightweight die cast aluminum frames and covers.
• Ball or needle bearings at all rotating points.
• Compact, yet rugged, design provides minimum
headroom and long, trouble-free service.
• 6 fpm (1.8 m/min) lift speed available on 1000 lbs (453 kg)
units.
• 8 fpm (2.4 m/min) lift speed available on 500-600-1000 lbs
(226, 272 and 453 kg) units.
• 12 fpm (3.6 m/min) lift speeds available on 500-600-
1000 lbs (226, 272 and 453 kg) units.
• 16 fpm (4.9 m/min) lift speeds available on 250-300-
500 lbs (113, 136 and 226 kg) units.
• 20 fpm (6.1 m/min) lift speeds available on 500-600 lbs
(226 and 272 kg) units.
• 24 fpm (7.3 m/min) lift speeds available on 250-300-
500 lbs (113, 136 and 226 kg) units.
• 40 fpm (12.2 m/min) lift speeds available on 250-300 lbs
(113 and 136 kg) units.
• 220-1-50, 380 to 460-3-50/60, 220 to 240-3-50/60 and
575-3-60 units available. Lift speeds are based on 60
hertz power supply. For 50 hertz power supply lift speeds
will be 5/6 of those indicated.
• 13.3fpm (4.0m/min) lift speed available
on 550lbs (250Kg) units.
• UL and cUL listed.
• Lifetime Warranty.
Figure 1A
Figure 1B
Alterations or modification of hoist and use of non-factory repair
parts can lead to dangerous operation and injury.
TO AVOID INJURY:
• Do not alter or modify equipment.
• Do use only factory replacement parts.
SPECIFICATIONS