Electric Chain Hoists (Single Brake)
Model NECH
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NECH-0214
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Recommended items to be checked for deficiencies or damage during frequent and periodic inspections are shown in
Table 6.3.1. Detailed inspection procedures for some items will be found in specific sections of this manual. These
inspections may be performed with the hoist in its normal location and do not require that the hoist be disassembled.
Covers and other items normally supplied to allow inspection of components should be opened or removed for these
inspections. Any deficiencies or damage such as those listed in Table 6.3.1 shall be examined by a designated person to
determine whether they constitute a hazard, or whether any disassembly is necessary for a more detailed examination.
The hoist operator should make observations during regular operation for any deficiencies or damage that might appear
between inspections.
The list of items in Table 6.3.1 is based on those listed in ANSI/ASME B30.16 for the Frequent and Periodic Inspection. In
accordance with ANSI/ASME B30.16, these inspections are not intended to involve disassembly of the hoist. Rather,
disassembly for further inspection would be required if frequent or periodic inspection results indicated to do so. A
qualified person, trained in the disassembly and re-assembly of the hoist, should only perform such disassembly and
further inspection.
Table 6.3.1
Item
Daily
Frequent
Periodic
Inspection Points
Action
Tagged Hoist/Trolley
Check that the hoist/trolley is not tagged
with an out of order sign.
Do not operate hoist until an
authorized person has
repaired and cleared the
hoist for operation.
Control Devices
Check that the travel motions match with
the control device markings. When
checking hoist travel motion, always use the
lifting/UP control first.
Repair or replace as
required.
Upper Limit Switch
Check that the upper limit switch stops the
lifting motion of the hoist load block before
striking any part of the hoist or crane.
Repair or replace as
required.
Lower Limit Switch
Check that the lower limit switch stops the
lowering motion of the hoist hook with a
minimum of 9 links of load chain on the
unloaded side of the hoist.
Repair or replace as
required.
Hook
Check for damage, cracks, nicks, gouges,
deformation of the throat opening, wear on
saddle or load bearing point and twist.
Replace.
Hook Latch
Check that the hook latch is not missing
and that it operates properly.
Replace.
Load Chain
Check for nicks, gouges and any type of
deformation or damage to the load chain.
Check for lubrication of the load chain.
Lubricate or replace.
Brake Mechanism
Check that the hoist and trolley motions do
not have excessive drift or slippage.
Adjust, repair or replace as
required.
Oil Leakage
Check for any sign of oil leakage on the
hoist and on the floor area beneath the
hoist.
Repair or replace as
required.
Unusual Sounds
Listen for any unusual sounds from the hoist
and hoist mechanism while operating the
hoist.
Adjust, repair or replace as
required.
If any damage or malfunctions are noted by the daily inspection items of Table 6.3.1, the operator shall not
operate the hoist and shall immediately advice the supervisor so corrective action may be taken. If the hoist
is tagged with an out of order sign, the operator shall not operate the hoist.
Hoist operators should be trained to be aware of malfunctions of the equipment during operation, and to
immediately stop operation if such malfunctions occur and to immediately advice the supervisor so
corrective action may be taken.
