Beta Max Beta Lite, Operating And Maintenance Procedures

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2.5 Operator Safety Precautions
Safe operation of the Beta Max hoist requires the operator to avoid certain actions
and/or conditions. Below is a list of items that must be followed for the safety of
the operator, equipment, and any people near the work site.
DO NOT use the emergency UP limit switch to stop upward motion of the hoist.
DO NOT use or operate the hoist if the hoist is damaged or not working properly.
DO NOT use or operate the hoist if the UP limit switch is not working properly.
DO NOT use or operate the hoist if wire rope is twisted or damaged.
DO NOT use the hoist to lift people.
DO NOT use the hoist for side lifting/loading.
DO NOT use the hoist remote control if you cannot see the hoist.
DO NOT use the hoist remote control if you are not in direct communication with
someone who is monitoring the hoist.
DO NOT swing the load or hook when moving the hoist.
DO NOT overload the hoist with the static load or by suddenly jolting the load.
DO NOT leave a suspended load unattended.
DO NOT lower the hook to the extreme end of the cable. Always maintain three
wraps of wire rope on drum.
DO NOT transport loads above people.
DO NOT allow people to stand under a loaded hoist.
DO NOT exceed the recommended duty cycle of the hoist.
DO NOT exceed the fuse rating recommended by the National Electric Code.
DO NOT change the wiring leads of the UP limit switch or pendant push buttons.