Beta Max Beta Lite, Operating And Maintenance Procedures

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Operation and Setup
B e t a M a x P o r t a b l e H o i s t s O p e r a t i n g a n d M a i n t e n a n c e P r o c e d u r e s M a n u a l
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5.1 Operating the Hoist
Before You Begin
Ensure electrical supply power for the hoist is the same as specified on the hoist
nameplate. The power source and connecting cables must be of sufficient capacity
to carry the hoist current requirements. A minimum of 20-A to 30-A service is
required for all models. Electrical extension cable plug ends should be interlocking
type. Connectors must be straight, undamaged, and clean and should incorporate
suitable ground connections. Electrical cables should be 10 gauge or 8 gauge for
extensions; 6 gauge is recommended for excessive lengths. Consult your dealer or
Beta Max, Inc. for more information.
Hoist Operation
1. Install the hoist. See Shrouds and Mounting Tops and Mounting Hoist on a
Monorail/Trac System for details.
2. Press the control pendant DOWN push button to lower the cable.
3. Release the push button to stop the cable near the load to be lifted.
4. Attach wire rope cable hook to the workload.
5. Press the UP push button to raise the workload to the desired height.
6. Release the UP push button to stop the hoist. The workload will remain
suspended in this position until control pendant push button is pressed again.
NOTE: If load is raised too high, the upper limit bar and switch will stop upward
motion. This is an emergency stop and should never be used to control motion in place of
the control pendant push buttons. Damage will occur to the hoist if the emergency stop is
used improperly.
7. Press the DOWN push button to lower the cable and load to the desired height.
NOTE: Releasing either the UP or DOWN control pendant push button will cut
motor power and automatically apply the brake. Always control load lifting/lowering
with the pendant control push buttons only.