CMCO LMG I, Translated Operating Instructions

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2016 Columbus McKinnon Industrial Products GmbH
I
NTRODUCTION
Products of CMCO Industrial Products GmbH have been built in accordance with the state-of-
the-art and generally accepted engineering standards. Nonetheless, incorrect handling when
using the products may cause dangers to life and limb of the user or third parties and/or
damage to the hoist or other property.
The operating company is responsible for the proper and professional instruction of the
operating personnel. For this purpose, all operators must read these operating instructions
carefully prior to the initial operation.
These operating instructions are intended to acquaint the user with the product and enable
him to use it to the full extent of its intended capabilities. The operating instructions contain
important information on how to operate the product in a safe, correct and economic way.
Acting in accordance with these instructions helps to avoid dangers, reduce repair costs and
downtimes and to increase the reliability and lifetime of the product. The operating instructions
must always be available at the place where the product is operated. Apart from the operating
instructions and the accident prevention act valid for the respective country and area where
the product is used, the commonly accepted regulations for safe and professional work must
also be adhered to.
The personnel responsible for operation, maintenance or repair of the product must read,
understand and follow these operating instructions.
The indicated protective measures will only provide the necessary safety, if the product is
operated correctly and installed and/or maintained according to the instructions. The operating
company is committed to ensure safe and trouble-free operation of the product.
C
ORRECT
O
PERATION
The lifting tackle is a device for safe and non-marring gripping, pulling and tensioning of
uncoated wire ropes (or cables) and metal rods in all forms up to a tensile strength of 1770
N/mm² (LMG II-X up to max. 1960 N/mm²), depending on the rope diameter and surface
properties.
ATTENTION: The unit must not be used for lifting loads.
The cable grip is a suitable tool for handling original Yaletrac ropes with rope diameters of 8.4
mm, 11.5 mm and 16 mm. In view of the many different cable and wire types of the most
varied materials and surfaces available in the market, no general guarantee can be given that
every wire rope, cable or metal rod with a diameter within the capacity of the cable grip can be
gripped without slipping. Consult the manufacturer in case clarification is required.
Any different or exceeding use is considered incorrect. Columbus McKinnon Industrial
Products GmbH will not accept any liability for damage resulting from such use. The risk is
borne by the user or operating company alone.
The load capacity indicated on the unit is the maximum working load limit (WLL) that may act
on the eye.
The use and maintenance of the wire rope must be monitored with the help of DIN 15020
Sheet 2.
The operator must ensure that the hoist is attached in a manner that makes it possible to
operate the hoist without exposing himself or other personnel to danger by the unit itself, the
suspension or the load.
The operator may start moving the load only after it has been attached correctly and all
persons are clear of the danger zone.
Only one cable or rope or bar may be gripped at a time with the lifting tackle. The gripped load
must lie centrally in the guide groove over the entire length of the clamping jaws.
Loads must not be left unattended or remain clamped for a longer period of time.