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G I S C H A I N H O I S T S W I S S Q U A L I T Y 7
0.5.3 Warranty
0.6 Operational parameters
0.6.1 Directions for using the
instruction manual
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the warranty is void if the installation, operation, testing or maintenance is not
carried out according to these instructions
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troubleshooting and repair under warranty may only be carried out by qualified
persons and only after consultation and agreement with the manufacturer / supplier.
Any modifications to the product or the use of non-original replacement parts will
void the warranty
Electric chain hoists of the series GCH are hoists of differing load capacities. They can
be installed as stationary or mobile units. Electric chain hoists are manufactured in
accordance with the latest technical developments and recognised safety standards,
and are tested for safe operation by the manufacturer.
Electric chain hoists are approved by various international institutes such as BG and
others.
Electric chain hoists of the above series may only be used when in an acceptable
technical condition, in accordance with their operating parameters, by trained personnel
in a safe and responsible manner.
The operational parameters of the electric chain hoist also encompass compliance with
the pre-defined operating, service and maintenance requirements laid down by the
manufacturer.
The operational parameters do not include:
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exceeding the defined load capacity
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pulling the load diagonally (see figure 0-5)
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heaving, pulling or dragging the load
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transporting persons
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transporting loads when personnel are underneath
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standing under suspended loads (see figure 0-6)
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transporting excessive loads
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pulling on the control cable
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failing to observe the load hook constantly
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running the chain over edges
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failing to observe the load constantly
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allowing the load to fall due to a slack chain
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use at temperatures below -15° C or above +50° C
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use in an explosive environment
See also chapter 0.3.
Figure 0-5 Figure 0-6
Inching operations, ground mooring and driving against the limit switches should be
avoided. The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage to equipment and third
parties ensuing from such action.
This instruction manual includes the following chapters:
0 General information 4 Measures for obtaining a safe
1 Description period of operation
2 Start-up 5 Appendix
3 Service and maintenance