Liftket STAGEKET, Operating Instructions Manual

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1.2.2 Additional requirements when designed according to DGUV V17 (BGV C1)
The electric chain hoists in the design ‚SB‘ (with 2 brakes and half load capacity) are subject to requirements of
DGUV V17 (BGV C1).
The operators have to be well trained in order to make them aware about the special requirements,
resulting from stage and studio use of chain hoists according to DGUV V17 (BGV C1). The operation
instructions have to be read carefully by the operators and they shall sign a form stating that they have
got the information.
1.3 Prohibitions of use
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Do not use the chain hoist to carry people. It is strictly prohibited.
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Do not use the chain hoist in inching mode (fast switching on / off of functions).
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Do not permanent run against the rubber buffers of the lowest and highest hook position
(ultimate safety limit for emergency only).
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Do not use the chain hoist with people being underneath the load.
This does not apply to electric chain hoists in accordance with DGUV V17 (BGV C1).
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Do not move loads heavier than the nominal load.
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Do not pull loads diagonally or drag loads.
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Do not tear off loads.
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Do not remove the cover of vessels, which are under vacuum.
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Do not move a trolley by pulling the control pendant or the control cable, even if these are relieved of
strain.
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Do not use the lifting chain to sling the loads.
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Do not use the chain hoist with a lifting chain, which is longer than stated on the chain box.
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Do not start the initial operation before an expert or a trained specialist has inspected the equipment.
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Do not carry out repairs without special knowledge.
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Do not use the chain hoist with higher duty rate as marked on the specification plate.
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Do not use the chain hoist without having done the regular inspection.
1.4
Directions for use
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The load may only be moved if it is slung securely and no person is standing under the load or near
enough to be at risk DGUV V54 (BGV D8).
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The load must be placed vertically under the electric hoist before lifting.
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The motion directions are indicated with symbols on the control buttons.
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Do not turn the chain over edges.
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Do not lower the double fall hook until the chain gets slack.
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The chain leaving and entering the hoist in inverted use must be kept tight at all times.
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Consult the manufacturer, if the hoist is to be used in an aggressive environment
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Consult the manufacturer, when transporting red-hot melts or similar dangerous materials.
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Repair work can be done by specialists only if mains supply is switched off and secured and no load
is suspended on the hook.
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After an emergency stop button actuation, the cause of actuation has to be found and all possible
failures removed by expert personnel. Reset emergency pushbutton only after this procedure.
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Lifting the load from the ground has to be done with the lowest possible speed. Before doing this
slack sling chains or ropes have to be tightened carefully.
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When operating a chain hoist at a height that is reachable by hand, do not touch the hoist at the
chain entry. Proper safety measures have to be established to avoid the risk of squeeze.