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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 Load
chain
Before commissioning the load chain must be aligned and oiled.
For the first commissioning of motorized hoists, chain oil is supplied with the delivery.
Move safety note and fixing wire away from the chain.
CAUTION!
Do not use grease for lubrication of load chain.
Without lubrication, manufacturer's warranty and/or liability will be void.
NOTICE!
Continuous, thorough lubrication will increase the life of the chain considerably.
9 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 chains are correctly placed, oiled and in good condition.
10 Maintenance
10.1 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.
10.2 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
10.3
Replacing the load chain
CAUTION!
If there is any visible damage and when the conditions for replacement are reached (i.e. one or several
dimensions in the table have been reached, there is corrosion or elongation), the chain must be replaced.
When replacing the chain, also check the chain wheels.
