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Clamp Specific Operating Instructions
(continued)
“E” Clamp
Do
not
use the “E” clamp to turn a plate 180°
by going from horizontal through vertical to horizontal posi-
tion. Use the “E” clamp to turn a plate from horizontal to ver-
tical through 90° only with the pad leg (short leg) down.
Be sure this clamp is in the “locked closed”
position before making a lift. Under no circumstances should
the lock be opened while the clamp is under load.
1.
Pull tension arm down to lock open, and
lower clamp onto plate to the full depth of
the throat. For horizontal lifts always place
the pad leg (short leg) underneath the plate.
2.
Raise tension arm to upper position to lock
clamp onto plate. You are now ready to
make the lift.
3.
To release plate, take load off clamp, lower
tension arm; cam should release, permitting
crane to lift clamp away. If cam sticks, tap
clamp body.
WARNING:
WARNING:
