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Do not allow personnel to pass under a suspended load.
After lifting or tensioning, a load must not be left unattended or remain lifted 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.
The operator must ensure that the hoist/trolley is attached in a manner that does not expose himself or other personnel to danger by the
hoist, trolley, chain(s) or the load.
The units can be operated in ambient temperatures between -40 °C and +70 °C. Consult the manufacturer in case of extreme working
conditions.
Prior to operation of the load lifting attachment in special atmospheres (high humidity, salty, caustic, alkaline) or handling hazardous
goods (e.g. molten compounds, radioactive materials) consult the manufacturer for advice.
If the lifting device is used in a noise-intensive environment, it is recommended that the operator as well as maintenance staff wear ear
protection.
Ensure that the rope can move out freely from the winch! The loose end of the rope must hang freely and must be able to untwist itself,
or be routed properly, so that loops may be avoided.
The wire rope must always be mildly lubricated!
Wire ropes must be always wound and unwound from winches properly.
In order to ensure correct operation, not only the operating instructions, but also the conditions for inspection and maintenance must be
complied with.
If defects are found or abnormal noise is to be heard stop using the hoist/trolley immediately.
ATTENTION: Disconnect the power supply without failure before performing repair and maintenance work, even if the type of
check rules this out!
Maintenance work and the annual inspection of the units must not be carried out in explosive environments.
ATTENTION: Residual risks
There are residual risks that cannot be covered from the design:
• As the overload protection system is normally set in the factory to the maximum load capacity of the winch, the operator must check
whether the live load of the fastening device corresponds to the value of the overload protection system or the live load of the winches.
If the check reveals that a lesser value is required, the overload protection system must be reset either at the factory or by a trained
person, or the specified live load of the winch must be reduced.
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The lifting capacity indicated on the hoist/trolley is the maximum safe working load which must not be exceeded.
The unit must not be used for pulling free fixed loads. It is also prohibited to allow loads to drop when the rope is in a slack condition
(danger of rope breakage).
The hoist must not be used for pulling loads at an angle.
Removing or covering labels (e.g. adhesive stickers), warning information signs or the rating plate is prohibited. Removed or illegible
labels and instructions must be immediately replaced.
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