Wood’s Powr-Grip FLEXR6HV11DC - Manual (Page 6)

Rev 1.0/5-12 4 FLEXR-HV11DC: #35037
ASSEMBLY
1) Open the shipping container and remove all materials for restraining or protecting the vacuum
lifter. Save the container for use whenever the lifter is transported.
2) Suspend the lifter from a crane as follows: Select hoisting equipment (crane and hoist, when
applicable) rated to carry the maximum load weight plus the lifter weight (see
SPECIFICATIONS: Maximum Load Capacity and Lifter Weight).
Note: Any application of the lifter must conform to all statutory or regulatory standards that
relate to the hoisting equipment when used in its geographical location (eg, relevant OSHA
standards in the USA).
WARNING: Hoisting equipment hook must be fitted with restraining latch to
prevent lift spool from slipping off under any circumstances.
Attach the hoisting equipment hook to the lift spool and use the hoisting equipment to raise
the lifter out of the shipping container. Be careful to avoid damaging any vacuum pads.
Remove the pad covers and save them for use whenever the lifter is stored.
3) Connect the electrical connectors uniting the battery to the battery charger and the vacuum
generating system. Now the lifter is operational.
4) Perform Operational and Load Tests for the lifter as directed in MAINTENANCE: T
ESTING
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CHEDULE
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