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)
SAFETY REGULATIONS
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7.4 FUNDAMENTAL SAFETY REGULATIONS
Over the years, serious accidents have occurred during the assembly and disassembly
operations of similar style of machines. These accidents have a human factor in common,
such as failing to comply with safety regulations and lack of good sense. This document is for
all personnel, including general workers, involved in the assembly and disassembly
operations and those assisting in such operations.
As an example, if a worker leans out of the opening that is to mount the masts, while the
machine is in motion, he can be hit by the basket carrier or universal carriage; or, if the bolts
used on the vertical mast are not completely installed and tightened, this may cause the mast
sections to separate and the lifting unit to fall, resulting in serious injuries or possible
fatalities. Many other cases or examples can be given. To avoid accidents from being
caused, read these instructions attentively. Do not be hasty in carrying out your work and
always ensure that it has been done properly.
7.4.1 General safety regulations
Always adhere to the indications described below in order to carry out correct installation, use
and maintenance operations:
— read all the warnings and instructions relative to the work and/or danger
— keep the work area clean near and around the hoist and hoistway from obstructions,
clutter, and trip hazrds
— under no circumstances, is the machine to be put in motion if a person is inside the
hoistway when the Universal Carriage and Carrier Basket is raised onto the Ladder
Track or at an anchor level. The power supply must be interrupted during these
operations
— complete each operation before starting another or before taking a break. This is
particularly important when the sections of the Ladder Track are being tightened and
when the anchors or other structural parts are being installed
— always apply the required torsion when tightening Kwik bolts and Scaff-clamps
— if structural damage or significant corrosion is noticed in parts such as the Ladder
Track sections, Sliding Head, Scaff-clamps, or wire rope; machine operation must be
immediately stopped and the damage must be identified and repaired before operating
the machine again (these operations are to be carried out exclusively by authorized
and particularly experienced personnel, otherwise, you must contact Beta Max
Technical Support)
7.4.2 Local safety regulations
Strictly adhere to all national safety regulations in the country where the machine is installed.
7.4.3 Environmental conditions
The machines must not be assembled or disassembled if the wind speed exceeds 25 mph. In
countries where local regulations are more restrictive, abide by the specific indications.