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1. BEFORE USE
1.1 Safety Summary
Danger exists when heavy loads are transported, particularly when the equipment is not
being used properly or is poorly maintained. Because accidents and serious injury could
result, special safety precautions apply to the operation, maintenance and
inspection ofthe Manual Chain Hoist.
NEVER
liftmorethanratedload. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - --
Following these simple rules can help to avoid hoisting accidents:
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IMPROPER chain hoist use could result in death or serious
injury. To avoid these hazards:
NEVER
use a hoist for lifting, supporting or transporting people.
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NEVER
work near or under hoisted loads.
ALWAYS
let people around you know when a lift is about to begin.
ALWAYS
ALWAYS
read Owner's (Operator's) manual and safety instructions.
make sure that the supporting structures and load attaching
device are strong enough to hold the weight of the load and
hoist. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -I
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Remember, proper rigging and lifting techniques are the responsibility
of
the operator. It is the owner's responsibility to see that every operator reads
and understands the instructions contained in this manual before using the
hoist. Check all applicable safety codes, regulations and other applicable
laws for information about the safe use of your hoist.
More
detailed safety information
is contained in the following pages. For addi-
tional information, please contact Harrington Hoists, Inc. oryour local authorized
HarringtonDistributor.
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