Harrington Hoists and Cranes CX Hand Chain Hoist - Manual (Page 3)

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4.0 Operation
4.1 Introduction
4.1.1 WARNING HOIST OPERATORS SHALL BE REQUIRED TO READ THE OPERATION SECTION OF THIS MANUAL, THE
WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL, INSTRUCTION AND WARNING LABELS ON THE HOIST OR LIFTING SYSTEM,
AND THE OPERATION SECTIONS OF ANSI/ASME B30.16 and ANSI/ASME B30.10.
4.2 Lifting and Lowering
4.2.1 Refer to the arrows and text on the hand wheel cover –
see Figure 4-1 .
4.2.2 To LIFT the Load – When facing the hand wheel side of
the hoist, pull down on the RIGHT side hand chain.
4.2.3 To LOWER the Load – When facing the hand wheel side
of the hoist, pull down on the LEFT side hand chain.
4.2.4 WARNING This product is designed for a rated load to
be hoisted by pulling the hand chain with a force of 33 lb
(15kg) or less. Do NOT pull on the hand chain with a
force greater than 33 lb (15kgf). Stop using the hoist and
consult a qualified person if the a load of 1/4 Ton or less
cannot be lifted with a pull force of 33 lb (15kgf) or less.
Figure 4-1 Lifting and Lowering
5.0 Inspection
5.1 Initial Inspection – Prior to initial use, all new, altered, or modified hoists shall be inspected by a designated person to ensure compliance
with the applicable provisions of this manual.
5.2 Inspection Classification – The inspection procedure herein is based on ANSI/ASME B30.16. Inspections for hoists in regular service
are divided into FREQUENT and PERIODIC groups based upon the intervals at which inspection should be performed. The intervals in
turn are dependent upon the degree of service and usage the hoists are subjected to. The two general classifications are herein
designated as FREQUENT and PERIODIC, with respective intervals between inspections as defined in Table 4-1.
Table 5-1 Inspection Intervals
Service FREQUENT Inspection PERIODIC Inspection
Normal Service Monthly Yearly
Heavy Service Weekly to Monthly Semiannually
Severe Service Daily to Weekly Quarterly
Special or Infrequent Service As recommended by a qualified
person before and after each
occurrence. As recommended by a qualified person before
the first such occurrence and as directed by the
qualified person for any subsequent occurrences.
5.3 Frequent Inspection
5.3.1 Inspections should be made on a FREQUENT basis in accordance with Table 5-2 , “Frequent Inspection.” Included in these
FREQUENT Inspections are observations made during operation for any defects or damage that might appear between Periodic
Inspections. Evaluation and resolution of the results of FREQUENT Inspections shall be made by a designated person such that
the hoist is maintained in safe working condition.
Table 5-2 Frequent Inspection
All functional operating mechanisms for proper operation and adjustment, maladjustment and unusual sounds.
Hoist braking system for proper operation
Hooks and latches in accordance with ANSI/ASME B30.10
Hook latch operation
Load chain in accordance with Section 5.5
Hoist support for damage
5.4 Periodic Inspection
5.4.1 Inspections should be made on a PERIODIC basis in accordance with Table 5-3 , “Periodic Inspection.” Evaluation and resolution of
the results of PERIODIC Inspections shall be made by a designated person such that the hoist is maintained in safe working
condition.
5.4.2 For inspections where load suspension parts of the hoist are disassembled, a load test per ANSI/ASME B30.16 must be performed
on the hoist after it is re-assembled and prior to its return to service.