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NOTICE!
Hoists up to 1000 kg capacity and without motor-driven trolleys of hoisting unit must be tested by a “qualified
person” before putting into operation for the first time.
Hoists of 1000 kg capacity and up or with more than one motor-driven hoist movement; i.e. lifting and trolley
movement, must be tested by a “licensed qualified person” before putting in operation.
An exception is “hoists ready for operation” acc. validated national regulations with EU-declaration of
conformity.
Definition “qualified person” (former expert)
A “qualified person” has learned, due to occupational training and experience and the job that the person has
done, the skills needed to tests the material for one’s work.
Definition “licensed qualified person” (former approved expert)
A “licensed qualified person” has, due through special occupational training, knowledge about testing of the
material for one’s work and knows the national accident prevention regulations and other prescriptions and
technical regulations. This person must test the material for one’s work regularly with regard to design and
kind of use. The license will be given to qualified person be the approved supervision authorities (ZÜS).
8.2
Wire rope
Wire ropes must be free from corrosion, dirt or damage.
They must be lubricated before commissioning.
No lubrication shortens the lifetime of the wire rope and the maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
It is not allowed to use plastic wire ropes or plastic-coated wire ropes.
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Safety check
Before putting into service initially or when putting back into service, it must be checked whether:
All fastening screws (if existent), socket pins, flap socket and safety devices are tightened and secured.
The wire ropes are winded up correctly, are lubricated and are in good condition.
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Functional test
The functional test must be effected with the load capacity mentioned on the type plate.
Check the brake when lifting/lowering - it must hold the load safely.
Check the condition of the wire rope and the supporting structures.
Check screw connections.
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Maintenance
11.1
General
All monitoring, servicing and maintenance operations are to ensure correct functioning of the equipment;
they must be effected with utmost care.
Only “qualified persons” may do this work.
Servicing and maintenance work must only be done when the hoist is not loaded.
Records must be kept of all test results and measures taken.
11.2
Monitoring
The monitoring and servicing intervals stated are valid for operation under normal conditions and single-shift
operation. In case of severe operating conditions (e.g. frequent operation with full load) or special
environmental conditions (e.g., heat, dust, etc.), the intervals must be shortened correspondingly
11.3
Overload protection by safety pin
Replace the safety pin by a new, original safety pin in case of deformation or shearing off.
