Beta Max MAXIAL TRACK HOIST, Use And Maintenance Instruction Manual

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Use and Maintenance Instruction Manual
MAXIAL TRACK HOIST
REV. 2.2 (2017)
MACHINE INFORMATION
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Beta Max electrical hoists are high energy and can lift large loads at high speeds, which
require a lot of AMPERAGE (water volume). Therefore, a lot of continuous VOLTAGE
(pressure) is required. As the load increases, more AMPERAGE is needed. Maxial Track
Hoists require more AMPERAGE than a simple rotary saw or drill because of the extra work
being performed.
3.4.9.1.1 Plug connectors
Maxial Track Hoists are supplied with interlocking plugs because they are safer and more
efficient conductors of electrical current. The hoists are also fitted with 30-ampere or
2 0-ampere s u p p l y service due to the high er energy (amperage) requirements.
BetaMax suggests no less than 10 gauge 3 conductor power cable (10/3) for these models.
Heavier electrical cable is required for Maxial Track Hoists and will allow a longer distance
between the power source and hoist without causing an excessive resistance to the current
flow. A result of an increase in resistance is the buildup of heat and voltage drop.
NOTE
BETA MAX Maxial Track Hoists require 30 amperes for the 115V AC models
and 20 amperes for 220V AC models.
CAUTION
Using excessively long electrical cable and/or incorrect wire guage size will
generate high resistance, heat, and the potential for a fire hazard. Use only the
correct length and gauge as recommended by the manufacturer.
NOTE
BETA MAX requires a 50-percent duty cycle for the Maxial Track Hoist. This
means the hoist should be in continuous operation for only 20 minutes out of
every 40 minutes.