model h0778/h0779 electric hoist
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1. read through the entire
manual before using.
this
electric hoist represents serious
injury hazards to untrained users.
2.
never alloW unQualified
personnel to service this
hoist.
servicing the hoist incor-
rectly may reduce the maximum
holding capacity.
3.
do not lift more than
the maXimum suggested
capacity.
Be aware that the load
weight, harnesses, and load bear-
ing equipment all contribute to the
total load weight. overloading may
cause the load to fall.
4.
never lift loads When
tired,
or
under
the
influence of drugs or
alcohol.
Be mentally alert at all
times when lifting or moving loads.
5.
only alloW trained and
properly supervised per-
sonnel to operate hoist.
make sure operation instructions
are safe and clearly understood.
6.
never leave a load While
suspended.
Lower the load to
the ground and unhook all loads
and harnesses before leaving the
electric hoist unattended.
7.
never suspend the load
over or near a person.
Loads may fall at any given time
due to overloading, improper load-
ing procedures, or failure of a com-
ponent. a cable can slip or break,
causing a "whiplash" effect.
8.
use only recommended
accessories.
the use of
improper accessories may increase
risk of injury.
9.
checK for damaged parts
before using hoist.
Check
for broken parts, loose bolts, frayed
cable, cracked or worn components
and any other conditions that may
affect machine operation. repair or
replace damaged parts.
10. alWays disconnect from
poWer source before ser-
vicing
. make sure the switch is
in the oFF position and the hoist is
unplugged before servicing.
11. never let loads sWing.
Unsteady loads may become unbal-
anced and fall. swinging motions
cause wear on components and
may cause them to break.
12. use correct harnesses.
never use oversized or multiple
harnesses in the hook. Use har-
nesses that are rated for the load
being lifted.
13. do not eXpose the hoist
or cords to Wet or rainy
conditions.
Moisture greatly
increases the risk of a shock haz-
ard.
14. entanglement hazard.
do
not hold the cable during operating–
clothing and body parts may get
caught in the mechanism.
15. never use the hoist for
horizontal
pulling
or
dragging.
the hoist is designed
for vertical movement of a load only.
horizontal motion of a load can put
strain on the hoist components and
decrease the maximum load capac-
ity due to friction.
safety instructions for electric hoists
