Positioning Unloaded Hook (Neutral Position)
Refer to Dwg. MHP3291 on page 13.
Check that chain stopper (35) is securely fastened in last link of load chain anchor end. The load chain stopper is
intended to prevent load chain from becoming disengaged from hoist and is not intended to support the load.
WARNING
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Do not touch the free knob while lifting or lowering. Do not operate free-knob mode while there is a load
on the hoist.
Place the selector lever in NEUTRAL “N” position, and pull out on the free knob. This will allow “free-knob” mode.
1.
Place selector lever to NEUTRAL “N” position
2.
Turn free chain knob counterclockwise and pull out free chain knob.
3.
Grasp and pull one side of load chain or turn free knob until desired bottom hook location is achieved.
4.
Connect bottom hook to load. Pull anchor side of load chain or turn free knob until chain slack is removed.
5.
Turn free chain knob clockwise and push it to snap back into place.
WARNING
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Do not support or hang loads from load chain anchor end. Brake may not hold load or operate correctly.
CAUTION
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Ensure load is properly seated in saddle of bottom hook.
•
To prevent injury or property damage always remove load from hoist before shifting lever hoist into free
chain mode.
Lifting Load (UP Position)
Refer to Dwg. MHP3291 on page 13.
The following procedure assumes hoist is in NEUTRAL “N” position and hook is attached to a load, but hoist is not
supporting the load.
1.
Follow steps 2 through 5 described in ‘Positioning Unloaded Hook’.
2.
Place selector lever in UP position.
3.
Rotate (ratchet) hand lever in clockwise direction to raise load.
NOTICE
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The clicking sound of the pawl on the ratchet gear is normal when a load is being raised.
Lowering Load (DOWN Position)
Refer to Dwg. MHP3291 on page 13.
The following procedure assumes hoist selector lever is in UP position, hoist is holding a load and the operator wants
to lower the load:
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Form 48488878 Edition 2
