Installation
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Installation
4.1
Mechanical connection
Use only original accessories, in case of doubt consult the manufacturer.
Take care that the
carrying capacity / working load
limit (WLL) of the lifting device/carrier is
not exceeded
,
through the load of the device, the attaching devices (turning device, fork sleeves etc.) and the additional
load of the gripping goods!
Mechanical gripping devices
always
have to be
gimballed
, so they can swing freely in any position.
In
no case
it is allowed to mount mechanical gripping devices with lifting devices/carriers in a
rigid way
!
Break of the suspension may occur within short time. Death, severe injuries and material damage can
result
!
4.1.1
Lifting eye / Suspension bolt
The device is equipped with a lifting eye / suspension bolt and can be mounted on various carrier /
lifting devices.
Take care that the lifting eye / suspension bolt is safely joined with the lifting tackle (e.g. crane hook,
belt) and cannot slide down.
4.1.2
Load hook and chains
Fit suspension ring in the load hook of the lifting device/carrier.
Ensure that the single chains strands are not twisted or knotted.
Attaching the device to the lifting device/carrier, take care that all local safety regulation is observed.
4.1.3
Rotators (optional)
When using rotators, a free-wheel throttle valve
must be
installed.
In order to prevent a sudden speedup and stopping the rotational movements, as this may
damage
the
device within a short time.
