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Product Manual: PHQR Series Man-Rated Hoist

 - Revision 02 - Date: 10-16-2018

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Section 5.0 will address the basic operation and usage of a Pelsue PHQR Series Man-Rated hoist.  Throughout this 

section  and  during  operation  of  the  PHQR  hoist,  the  operating  safety  section  of  this  manual  should  be  constantly 

referred to and the points addressed therein should be continually adhered to during all operation.  These points have 

been repeated below.

1.   Read, understand and follow the User Manual and signs on 

the hoist before using, maintaining or inspecting the  

equipment.

2.   Train all operators before allowing them to use the hoist. An 

untrained operator exposes themselves, bystanders  

and workers to possible serious injury or death.

3.   Visually inspect the hoist and all auxiliary components  

and equipment before using. Correct any problems before  

using the equipment.

4.  Securely anchor the hoist before using.

5.   Use only certified anchor and connector components in  

your system.

6.  Use only an approved full body harness for the workers.

7.   Always work in teams. One person works in the confined  

space and the other one pays out the line and reels it in.

8.   Do not exceed 310 lbs.(140 kg.) on the line during  

operation. (Including tool belts, etc.).

9.    Achieve 4 complete wraps of rope on the drum before load-

ing the device to its full capacity. 

10.   Establish a regular training program for new and  

experienced workers.

11.   Establish a detailed inspection program for your equipment 

and document the findings. Return the equipment to the  

manufacturer for re-work if any problems are found.

12.  Plan your work program before starting. Have the required 

people, equipment and procedures available to do the  

job.

13.   Do not use the equipment around physical or  e n v i r o n -

mental hazards. This list includes but is not limited to:

 

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Corrosion that may affect the structural    

integrity of the lifeline or other components.

 

  

Chemicals which can degrade components  

 

in a manner not visually-indentifiable.

 

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 Toxic gases: Rescuers or workers can be  

 

killed in toxic environments.

 

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Heat or elevated temperatures.

 

 

 Moving machinery: Workers or auxiliary    

 

equipment can be contacted by or pulled into  

 

moving components.

 

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 Sharp edges: Workers or the rescue  

 

 

equipment can be injured by or damaged by  

 

sharp edges or components.

 

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 Electrical hazards: Stay away from power  

 

lines or components carrying electrical    

 

power.

 

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 Overload: Do not exceed 310 lbs.(140 kg.)  

 

during operation.

 

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 Follow confined space regulations and    

 

standards.

5.1 - New Operators or Owners

5.0 - Operation

The Pelsue PHQR Series confined space entry/retrieval hoist is designed to attach to a person (entrant) and allow them 

to enter a confined space and assist in exiting in an emergency situation if required. Every new operator must read, 

understand and follow the instructions in the manual. No one should be allowed to use the equipment without training. 

The training should be reviewed with experienced operators on a regular basis. At regular intervals, perform a detailed 

inspection of the equipment and document the results. Remove from service if deficiencies are found. Alterations or 

misuse of this equipment or failure to follow instructions may result in serious injury or death.
It is the responsibility of the owner’s organization or operator to read this manual and to train all other operators before 

they start working with the equipment. Follow all safety instructions exactly. Safety is everyone’s business. By following 

recommended procedures, a safe working environment is provided for the operator, bystanders and the area around 

the work site. Untrained operators are not qualified to operate the equipment.

Many features incorporated into this equipment are the result of suggestions made by customers like you. Read this 

manual carefully to learn how to operate the equipment safely and how to set it to perform as intended. By following the 

operating instructions in conjunction with a good maintenance program, your winch will provide many years of trouble 

free service.

Summary of Contents for PHQR Series

Page 1: ...01 Product Manual Model PHQR Series Quick Release Man Rated Hoist T A Pelsue Company 2500 South Tejon Street Englewood Colorado USA 80110 Tel 800 525 8460 or 303 936 7432 Fax 303 934 5581 Internet www pelsue com Email sales pelsue com ...

Page 2: ... 501272 001 Product Manual PHQR Series Man Rated Hoist Revision 02 Date 10 16 2018 Page 2 ...

Page 3: ...tinuing reputation for excellence in the production of fine products for a broad spectrum of industry throughout the world Now in our second generation of family direction continued commitment to innovation and quality makes Pelsue a leading source of equipment for many types of confined spaces We specialize in safety retrieval fall arrest ventilation cable placing splicing and maintenance nationa...

Page 4: ...umber 3 0 Configuration Assembly 8 4 0 Safety 9 4 1 Warning Statement 4 2 Safety Alert Symbol 4 3 General Safety 4 4 Operating Safety 4 5 Maintenance Inspection Safety 5 0 Operation 12 5 1 New Owner or Operator 5 2 Pre Operation Inspection 5 3 Applications 5 4 System Requirements 5 5 Field Operation 6 0 Maintenance Inspection 23 6 1 Maintenance 6 2 Inspection 6 3 Hoist Inspection Log 6 4 Hoist Cab...

Page 5: ...tisfaction is one of the differentiators that sets you apart from the pack and yields a competitive advantage Therefore we will support total customer satisfaction by implementing the ISO 9001 Quality System and providing the necessary atmosphere and training to nurture this concept throughout our organization Wewillmakeeverybusinessdecisionasthoughthequalityof the part or service provided was des...

Page 6: ... failure T A Pelsue Company s obligation hereun der shall be limited to the repair or replacement of the product or component as set forth above and shall not include any liability whatsoever for damages caused by such failure including but not limited to consequential or incidental damages flowing from use or lack of use of product Any replacement repair modification installation or other service...

Page 7: ...nd follow all the safety installation operation maintenance and inspection instructions contained in this manual This manual covers the entire line of PHQR series hoists manufactured by Pelsue Use the Table of Contents or Index as a guide to find specific information Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass to new operators Establish a regular training program for experienced and ...

Page 8: ...val anchorage i e davits and tripods Rope extension pay out should occur ONLY when the handle is turned AND a force of AT LEAST 10 lbs 4 5 kg is applied to the line With no applied force on the line turning of the handle should NOT cause the drum to move If the drum rotates under these conditions the hoist should be removed from service and sent to Pelsue for inspection and possible repair PHQR PH...

Page 9: ...rogram Be certain that everyone operating this equipment is familiar with the procedures recommended and follows safety precautions Remember most accidents can be prevented Do not risk injury or death by ignoring good safety practices System owners must give operating instructions to operators or employees before allowing them to use the equip ment and at least annually thereafter The most importa...

Page 10: ...re operating 7 Wear appropriate protective gear This list includes but is not limited to A hard hat Protective shoes with slip resistant soles Heavy gloves Protective clothing Face Protection 8 Review and follow the Pre Operation Checklist before using a component in the system or system itself 9 Establish a regular maintenance and inspection program with your equipment and maintain detailed recor...

Page 11: ...lable to do the job 12 Do not use the equipment around physical or environmental hazards This list includes but is not limited to Corrosion that may affect the structural integrity of the lifeline or other components Chemicals which can degrade components in a manner which can not be visually identified Toxic gases Rescuers or workers can be killed in toxic environments Heat or elevated temperatur...

Page 12: ...s Chemicals which can degrade components in a manner not visually indentifiable Toxic gases Rescuers or workers can be killed in toxic environments Heat or elevated temperatures Moving machinery Workers or auxiliary equipment can be contacted by or pulled into moving components Sharp edges Workers or the rescue equipment can be injured by or damaged by sharp edges or components Electrical hazards ...

Page 13: ...d to a hazardous condition for entrant s 6 Go through the detailed inspection procedure on a regular basis at least annually per the Inspection Section of this manual Document the results using the sample form and retain for your files 7 A detailed inspection is required after each duty cycle 5 2 Pre Operation Inspection 5 3 Applications 1 General Pelsue PHQR series man rated hoists are designed t...

Page 14: ...d space entry retrieval system The hoist and all auxiliary components must be compatible to prevent creating unexpected hazards A list of system compatibility require ments includes but is not limited to 1 Anchorage The hoist is designed to be attached to a Pelsue mounting and support system These systems do provide the required anchorage strength for the hoist When using another system or anchora...

Page 15: ...our work and rescue procedures to consider these factors and allow for them Advance planning will allow the equipment to be used safely in a variety of conditions d Rope Path Body parts clothing tools or other items can get entangled or snagged when going around a corner or over obstacles during the retrieval procedure Corners or sharp edges can also damage the lifeline as it goes by Ensure that t...

Page 16: ... sure that the quick connect mounting brackets are secured to the structure Refer to the appropriate Structure Manual for bracket mounting details See Figure 5a ii Attach the hoist to the quick connect mounting bracket Raise the back frame plate over the anchor rod Align the detent pin hole Secure the hoist using the attached detent pin See Figure 5b iii After the hoist is appropriately installed ...

Page 17: ...eries left hand crank hoists 3 Place the live end of the rope loop into the rope cleat and the dead end of the rope loop to the side of the cleat 4 Both ends of the rope should now be wound directed into a neat level coil on the drum while cranking the handle for take up of the lifeline Live End CAUTION The rope must be secured in the cleat and wrapped around the drum a minimum of four times befor...

Page 18: ...nd if present Insert looped end through hole on reel 2 Secure looped end around rope hook Ensure loop is completely hooked around rope hook 3 Rope should now be wound directed into a neat level coil on the drum while cranking the handle for take up of the lifeline CAUTION The rope must be secured on the hook and wrapped around the drum a minimum of four times before a load can applied to the hoist...

Page 19: ...neat and tight rope coil on the drum ii Remove the rope from all pulleys and rollers on the support structure Refer to applicable manual iii Turn the crank handle to retract the rope while maintaining a 10 lb 4 5 kg tension on the cable iv Retract the until the end crimp just touches the drum c Rope Removal i Turn the crank handle to pay out all of the coiled rope and then remove the looped rope o...

Page 20: ...ck from the lifeline h Reverse the above procedure when disconnecting from the load Figure 5h DO NOT TEST OVER CONFINED ENTRY 7 System Integrity The entrant should always verify the integrity of the attachment and system before entering a confined space To verify the integrity of the system follow this procedure a Connect the snap hook to the dorsal ring of the full body harness b Snug up the life...

Page 21: ... result in damage to the hoist as well as injury or death to the personnel Immediately return the hoist for inspec tion c Wearing gloves place a hand on the lifeline to guide it as it extends Use your hand to maintain a slight pull on the cable at all times d For a vertical entry maintain the swing angle at less than 30 degrees while working The entrant can be seriously injured if the swing angle ...

Page 22: ...ieval from confined spaces in rescue or emergency applications Although fast response is crucial for saving lives it is still necessary to be aware of and follow all safety and operating procedures Do not take chances with shortcuts People s lives are at stake Use only trained competent people who know the equipment and can safely rescue people from an emergency situation 12 Operating Hints a Foll...

Page 23: ...m is found during the inspection Return to an authorized repair depot or the factory for service The following section will address preventative maintenance points of service that performed periodically will drastically increase the working life of the PHQR Series Man rated hoist Preventative maintenance will ensure that the PHQR series man rated hoist is always in optimum working condition LUBRIC...

Page 24: ...d results and keep documentation 3 Factory Service Inspection It is recommended that the hoist be serviced by a factory authorized service center or the manufacturer after a period of three years Extreme working conditions may indicate the necessity to increase the frequency Annual servicing shall include but not be limited to an intensive inspection and cleaning of all internal and external compo...

Page 25: ...are major dents or any other structural damage the unit should be removed from service and returned to the factory for repair 4 Crank Handle Check that each handle on the crank arm is tight If the crank arm is bent or damaged remove hoist from service Do not use hoist unless crank arm is fully functional 5 Corrosion Check all components for damage from corrosion Although all components resist corr...

Page 26: ...ck clockwise to engage the brake pads pulling on the cable will cause approximately 18 in 457 mm of the cable to pay out until the handle tightens by itself If the handle does not tighten immediately on its own remove the hoist from service and return to the factory for inspection and repair 4 Brake Ratchet Mechanism The hoist is designed with an internal ratchet that engages the brake when the cr...

Page 27: ... Corrosion can be seen as a discoloration of the outer jacket however this outer jacket could hide corrosion of the inner core The rope is safe for exposure to water however exposure to other chemical environments may affect the strength of the rope Check with the factory PRIOR to the rope being exposed to such conditions to determine the affect on the rope If the rope is exposed to an unknown che...

Page 28: ... start inspection record book Fill out using ball point pen FRAME HOUSING FASTENERS LABELS DAMAGE CORROSION HANDLE S GEARS FUNCTION EXTENSION RETRACTION BRAKES SNAP HOOK DAMAGE WEAR CORROSION SWIVEL GATE LOCK GATE ROPE CRIMP MODEL NO DATE OF INSPECTION INSPECTOR SERIAL NO MFG DATE ROPE CLEAT 6 3 Hoist Inspection Log ...

Page 29: ...oist Revision 02 Date 10 16 2018 Page 29 6 4 Hoist Rope Inspection Log MODEL NO SERIAL NO MFG DATE ROPE LOCATION MEASURED DIAMETER KNOTS KINKS CORROSION EXCESS WEAR CORR OSION AT FITTINGS ABRASION HEAT DAMAGE Note Measure location from snap hook DAMAGE ...

Page 30: ...lean the hoist using a mild soap on the frame and labels be sure all of the labels are legible 2 Use a neutralizing solution to clean lifeline This is particularly important if the unit has been used in corrosive or toxic environments 3 Perform a complete inspection of the hoist and document the results prior to storage 4 Lubricate the hoist according to the requirements in this manual 5 Touch up ...

Page 31: ...ist Revision 02 Date 10 16 2018 Page 31 For More Information T A Pelsue Company 2500 S Tejon St Englewood CO 80110 Toll Free 1 800 525 8460 Telephone 1 303 936 7432 Fax 1 303 934 5581 Website www pelsue com Email sales pelsue com 8 0 Contact Information ...

Page 32: ...ISO 9001 Certified T A Pelsue Company 2500 South Tejon Street Englewood Colorado USA 80110 Toll free 800 525 8460 or 303 936 7432 Fax 303 934 5581 Internet www pelsue com Email sales pelsue com ...

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