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2 MSI-4260 Port-A-Weigh Operator’s Manual
1.1 Safety Section
Safety Symbol Definitions:
CAUTION
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury, and includes hazards that
are exposed when guards are removed.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided may
result in minor or moderate injury.
Important
Indicates information about procedures that, if not observed,
could result in damage to equipment or corruption to and loss of
data.
General Safety
WARNING
Do not operate or work on this equipment unless you have read and
understand the instructions and warnings in this manual. Contact
any Measurement Systems International
dealer for replacement
manuals. Proper care is your responsibility.
Failure to heed may result in serious injury of death.
DO NOT allow minors (children) or inexperienced persons to operate this unit.
DO NOT stand near the load being lifted as it is a potential falling hazard. Keep a
safe distance.
DO NOT use for purposes other then weight taking or dynamic load monitoring.
DO NOT use any load bearing component that is worn beyond 5% of the original
dimension.
DO NOT use the Scale if any of the components of the load train are cracked,
deformed, or show signs of fatigue.
DO NOT exceed the rated load limit of the Scale, rigging elements, or the lifting
structure.
DO NOT allow multi-point contact with the hook, shackle, or lifting eye of the
Scale.
DO NOT allow high torque on the Scale unless it is specifically designed for high
torque.
DO NOT make alterations or modifications to the Scale or associated load bearing
devices.
DO NOT use improperly rated or sized shackles. Use only MSI recommended
shackles.
DO NOT remove or obscure warning labels.
For guidelines on the safe rigging and loading of overhead scales and
dynamometers, read the "MSI Crane Scale Safety and Periodic Maintenance
Manual" (available at www.msiscales.com).
Keep hands, feet and loose clothing away from moving parts.
There are no user serviceable parts within the MSI-4260. Any repairs are to be
performed by qualified service personnel only.