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P/N 192061515
Rev AA April 2019
GENERAL INFORMATION
SPECIFICATIONS
The Little Mule Lineman’s Strap Hoist is high quality and
dependable, making it one of the favorites of linemen across the
nation. These hoists are made with cast aluminum frames as well as
corrosion-resistant stainless steel springs and frame shafts. Roller
shafts are stainless steel plated. All rotating shafts are mounted on
bronze bushings for reduced wear. The open design allows for easy
inspection and cleaning.
This strap hoist is designed for rugged use with safety and
dependability in mind. The solid fiberglass handle provides an
added non-conductive level when used proper hot line handling
techniques. A built in overload feature comes standard on every
hoist. The fiberglass handle, with replaceable tips, bends to alert
operator of a possible overload. Thumbscrews used to secure the
handle are pegged and cannot be backed out. Double interlocking
pawls assure one pawl is engaged at all times. Dual pawl springs
provide unsurpassed reliability. All hooks swivel 360° and are
equipped with latches. Optional hooks with gates and hot stick rings
are available.
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REPAIR/REPLACEMENT POLICY
All Little Mule Lineman’s Strap Hoist are thoroughly inspected and
performance tested prior to shipment. If any properly maintained
Puller develops a performance problem due to a material or
workmanship defect, as verified by Little Mule repair or replacement
of the unit will be made to the original purchaser without charge.
This repair/replacement policy applies only to Lineman’s Strap
Hoist installed, maintained and operated as outlined in this manual,
and specifically excludes parts subject to normal wear, abuse,
improper installation, improper or inadequate maintenance, hostile
environment effects, and unauthorized repairs/modifications.
We reserve the right to change materials or design if, in our opinion,
such changes will improve our product. Abuse, repair by an
unauthorized person, or use of non-Little Mule replacement parts
voids the guarantee and could lead to dangerous operation. For full
Terms of Sale, see Sales Order Acknowledgment. Also, refer to the
back cover for Limitations of Warranties, Remedies and Damages
and, Indemnification’s and Safe Operation.
SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH:ELECTRICAL SHOCK MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
The web strap on this hoist is NOT a rated insulating member.
When clean and dry, the strap may have dielectric properties typical
of nylon or polyester fibers.The non-metallichandle and webbing
provide an extra measure of safety for use around energized power
lines.
Use an appropriate insulating member in series with hoist
to achieve proper working distances per OSHA Regulation
Subpart V,1926.950 or your company work practices
.When the
handle swings closer to energized conductors than OSHA safe
working distances or company practices permit, use appropriate
clothing and rubber gloves for rated voltages.
HOIST SPECIFICATIONS
All web strap hoist models are designed for lifting and pulling loads
up to rated capacities listed on the hoist nameplate. Features include
a winding wheel for taking up slack or freestripping of the strap and a
handle tip designed to bend before any mechanical part of the hoist
is subjected to damaging overload. The handle may be inserted into
the U-Frame socket from either direction to facilitate use in confined
areas or to allow the operator to pull against the load under unusual
conditions. A double, interlocking pawl system provides positive
load control at all times. Hot-stick rings on levers and hooks increase
safety and utility. Refer to Table 1.
OPERATION
LIFTING AND PULLING
Place reversing lever in up position, engaging the loading pawl against
the ratchet teeth. Work handle as required to get desired lift or tension.
Handle may be inserted into either end of the U-frame socket to enable
user to work in restricted areas. Never use a “cheater” bar or handle other
than those approved by the manufacturer.
CAUTION
Rig hoist properly so that the hoist is free to align with the
direction of pull. Avoid side loading. Hoist frame should not
bear against anything and should be free to align with hooks.
LOWERING
Place the reversing lever in the down position and operate the handle to
its extreme down position until the load is removed from the holding pawl.
As the handle is slowly released, the load will be lowered or released by
one notch. To continue lowering repeat this operation.
FREE-WHEELING
Before attempting to free-wheel make certain the hoist is unloaded. To
release the strap for free-wheeling, the reversing lever must first be in the
down position. Press the free-wheel lever. The strap may now be stripped
from the drum to facilitate more rapid positioning while attaching to the
object to be pulled or lifted. For safety, the hoist will not free-wheel while
under load (approx. 35 lbs, depending on amount of strap on drum). This
is possible with the torsion spring between the releasing arm and pawl
assembly.
Free-Wheel
