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20 BETA MAX PORTABLE HOIST SYSTEMS
HOIST OPERATION
Electrical power for the hoist must be the correct voltage (see nameplate data). The power source
and connecting cords must be of sufficient capacity to carry the current requirements of the hoist.
A minimum of 20 amp. service is required for all units. Electrical extension cable plug ends should
be “twist lock” type. Connectors must be straight, undamaged, and clean and should incorporate
suitable ground connections. #10 or #8 guage electrical cable should be used for extensions, #6 is
suggested for excessive lengths. Consult your dealer or the Beta Max factory.
CONTINUOUS OPERATION OF A MOTOR WITH BORDER LINE OR POOR VOLTAGE
DUE TO THE POWER SOURCE OR POWER CONNECTIONS CAN DAMAGE YOUR BETA
MAX HOIST MOTOR!
On remote control machines, the remote control cable consists of a basic 6 ft. electrical cable and
pendant with the push buttons at one end and quick disconnect plug at the other. Electrical cable
extensions of 25 ft. and 85 ft. can be added to operate the hoist from remote locations. When
using the longer remote control extensions securely attach the cable to firm anchor points to
prevent strain on the connectors or the electrical cable. Intermediate connections should use strain
relief provisions provided to prevent strain on the connectors.
Press the DOWN button to lower the cable and load. The load will be powered down and does not
free fall. Press the UP button to raise the load. Releasing either button will cut power to the motor
and automatically apply the brake. Always control the load motion with the control buttons. DO
NOT run the load into the ground and DO NOT use the UP-Limit switch to stop upward motion.
The wire rope will stretch and tighten when a load is first “snatched”. The tightening of the rope will
cause the load to rotate slightly in one direction. The non-rotational qualities of the rope will stop
this rotation and the rope and load will seek a “balanced” state. The load may also rotate due to air
movement or the bulk and nature of the payload. A tag line may be attached to the load to steady
it but should not be used to pull the load out at an angle away from the hoist.
WIRE ROPE RIGGING
Some hoists are shipped with the components for rigging either for single rope or double rope
lifting. Double rope rigging requires an 8” sheave and pulley, another hook and a shackle. The
hoists’ wire rope is terminated with a weight (headache ball) and thimble.
SINGLE ROPE RIGGING
for single part rigging it is only necessary to attach the small hook to the end of the cable using the
shackle. This allows the maximum lifting height and speed for the hoist. (See table pg. 23 for
maximums).
DOUBLE ROPE RIGGING
For two parts rigging, secure the wire rope to the side of the hoist with the shackle. Unscrew the
center bolt of the 8” pulley / hook and remove the wheel. Insert the cable (as shown on the dia-
gram pg. 21). Re-secure the pulley wheel and central bolt. Be sure to secure the bolt with the
safety clip provided. This bolt MUST be secured with a safety pin. Double rigging will limit the lifting
height and speed to 1/2 load capacity for your hoist. Be certain your mounting is rated for the
increased weight that double rope rigging will allow.