Columbus McKinnon Tigrip TCH, Translated Operating Instructions

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English
INTRODUCTION
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 instruc-
tions 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 respec-
tive 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.
CORRECT OPERATION
- The load lifting attachment is used for trans-
porting single horizontal standard sheets and
bundles of sheet packages which are subject
to slight defl ection during transport. The jaw
capacity must be observed (Tab. 1).
- Any diff erent or exceeding use is con-
sidered 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 lifting attachment is suitable for
all loads of steel and other materials which
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withstand the forces introduced via the load
lifting attachment and which can be fully
entered into the mouth of the clamp.
- The load capacity indicated on the unit is the
maximum working load limit (WLL) that may
be attached.
- Do not allow personnel to stay or pass under
a suspended load.
- A lifted or clamped load must not be left
unattended or remain lifted or clamped for
a longer period of time.
- The operator may start moving the load only
after it has been attached correctly and all
persons are clear of the danger zone.
- When suspending the load lifting attach-
ment, the operator must ensure that neither
the load lifting attachment, the suspension
(e.g. hook, shackle, etc.) nor the load pose
a danger to himself or other personnel.
- Prior to operation of the load lifting attach-
ment in special atmospheres (high humidity,
salty, caustic, alkaline) or handling hazard-
ous goods (e.g. molten compounds, radioac-
tive materials) consult the manufacturer for
advice.
- The load lifting attachment may be used at
ambient temperatures between –40° C and
+100° C. Consult the manufacturer in the
case of extreme working conditions.
- Two-legged lifting gear is only suitable for
small plates with low weights, for which
sway during transport can be compensated
by hand. When attaching the load lifting
attachment, it must be ensured that the
centre of gravity of the load is in the middle
between the load lifting attachments so that
no inclined position is caused. In combina-
tion with a spreader beam, two sets of two-
legged lifting gear are suitable for universal
applications.
- Always transport the load slowly, carefully
and close to the ground.
- Only use crane hooks with a safety latch.
- The suspension eye of the load lifting attach-
ment must have suffi cient space in the crane
hook and be freely articulating.
- In the case of malfunctions, stop using the
load lifting attachment immediately.
INCORRECT OPERATION
(List not complete)
- Do not exceed the rated load capacity (WLL)
of the unit.
- Only loads within the specifi ed jaw capacity
must be picked up. The min. dimensions of
the load must always be complied with in
particular for load lifting attachments with
a jaw capacity that does not start with 0.
- Any modifi cations of the load lifting attach-
ment are prohibited.
- It is forbidden to use the load lifting attach-
ment for the transportation of persons.
- When transporting loads ensure that the load
does not swing (Fig. 1) or come into contact
with other objects.
- Only one sheet metal plate or bundle of
sheets may be transported at a time with
the load lifting attachment.
- It is forbidden to transport single sheets and
bundles of sheets which are subject to major
defl ection during transport, since the sheets
may slip out of the clamp (Fig. 2).
- Always insert the load fully into the mouth
of the clamp (Fig. 3).
- Do not use the base frame for lifting further
load lifting attachments or for attaching loads
by means of ropes, belts or chains.
- The clamps must be arranged on the load
in such a way that inclination angle ß never
is larger than 45° (Fig. 4).
- In the case of four-legged lifting gear, the
clamps must be arranged on the load in
such a way that both inclination angles of
the chain slings are never larger than 30°
or 45° (Fig. 4 and Fig. 5).
- If more than 2 load lifting attachments are
used, a spreader beam must be used in
order to avoid lateral tensile forces.
- Do not allow the load lifting attachment to
fall from a large height.
- The unit must not be used in potentially
explosive atmospheres.
INSPECTION BEFORE INITIAL
OPERATION
According to national and international acci-
dent prevention and safety regulations load
lifting attachments must be inspected:
• in accordance with the risk assessment of
the operating company,
• prior to initial operation,
• before the unit is put into service again
following a shut down,
• after substantial changes,
• however, at least once per year, by a
competent person.
ATTENTION: Actual operating conditions
(e.g. operation in galvanizing facilities) can
dictate shorter inspection intervals.
Repair work may only be carried out by a
specialist workshop that uses original TIGRIP
spare parts. The inspection (mainly consisting
of a visual inspection and a function check)
must determine that all safety devices are
complete and fully operational and cover the
condition of the unit, suspension, equipment
and supporting structure with regard to dam-
age, wear, corrosion or any other alterations.
Initial operation and recurring inspections
must be documented (e.g. in the CMCO works
certifi cate of compliance).