Harrington Hoists and Cranes RH - Advantage Wire Rope Hoist - Manual (Page 13)

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3.0 Pre-operational Procedures
3.1 General Information
3.1.1 When the RH Advantage trolley hoist is incorporated into lifting systems utilizing other equipment,
follow and complete all pre-operational procedures and instructions provided with the equipment.
Special wiring considerations must also be taken to complete the integration of the RH Advantage
trolley hoist into the system.
3.1.2 The RH Advantage trolley hoist is generally delivered pre-assembled and shrink-wrapped on a pallet
or in a wooden crate (see
Figure 3-1 ). During shipment and storage prior to installation, the trolley hoist
should be kept between –4 ° and +140°F (-20° and +60°C) and the relative humidity must not exceed
80%. The standard packaging is not watertight and rainproof.
Figure 3-1 Shrink-Wrapped on Pallet Packaging and Crate Packaging
3.1.3 The RH Advantage trolley hoist is shipped pre-lubricated and the gear box(s) are filled with the correct
amount and type of oil. Follow the lubrication requirements in
Section 6.1 after the trolley hoist is
placed into service.
3.2 Handling
3.2.1 Transportation – Move the trolley hoist utilizing a fork lift, pallet jack or hoist/crane system. Do NOT
place the trolley hoist on its side (see
Figure 3-2 ). Do NOT stack or place anything on top of the trolley
hoist or crate. Avoid swinging and unbalanced conditions (see Figure 3-3 ).
Figure 3-2 Do NOT Place Hoist on its Side.
Figure 3-3 Avoid Swinging and Unbalanced
Conditions.