1. GENERAL INFORMATION
Attention
: All users must read these operating
instructions carefully prior to the initial operation. These
instructions are intended to acquaint the user with the
hoist controller and enable him/her to use it to the full
extent of its intended capabilities.
The operating instructions contain important information
on how to handle the hoist controller in a safe, correct and
economic way. Acting in accordance with these
instructions helps to avoid dangers, reduce repair costs
and downtime and to increase the reliability and lifetime of
the hoist controller.
Anyone involved in doing any of the following work with
the hoist controller must read the operating instructions
and act accordingly:
• Operation, including preparation, trouble shooting and
cleaning
• Maintenance, inspection, repair
• Transport
Apart from the operating instructions and the accident
prevention act valid for the respective country and area
where the hoist controller is used, also the commonly
accepted regulations for safe and professional work must
be adhered to.
The user is responsible for the proper and professional
instruction of the operating personnel.
Suitable for entertainment use
The
PRO
LYFT AETOS hoist controllers are specially
designed for use in the Entertainment industry. They must
only control electric chain hoists that are suitable for use
in the Entertainment industry.
Combining the hoist controller with different type of
electric chain hoists might lead to unwanted, unexpected
or dangerous situations.
The
PRO
LYFT AETOS hoist controllers are not designed
to control hoists suspending or lifting loads above people.
Read the manual of the electric chain hoists before
starting to operate them with the hoist controller.
Regulations
The accident prevention act and/or safety regulations of
the respective country for using manual and electric chain
hoists must be strictly adhered:
• Europe:
• Machine Directive 2006/42/EG
• Safety of Machinery NEN 12100:2010
• Germany: BGV D6, BGV D8
Additional regulations are in effect for lifting or suspending
loads over people.
Germany: SQ P2
The Netherlands: NPR8020-10
United Kingd
om: BS7950-1
Maintenance/Repair
In order to ensure correct operation, not only the
operating instructions, but also the conditions for
inspection and maintenance must be complied with. If
defects are found or abnormal noise is to be heard stop
using the hoist controller immediately.
Attention:
Before starting to work on electrical
components the power-supply is to be cut off.
2. INCORRECT OPERATION
•
Do not
exceed the rated power capacity per controlled
channel.
•
Do not
lift stuck or jammed loads.
•
Do not
shortly and frequently actuate the up/down
switch.
• Do not
control hoists if the movement of the load is not
visible from the operating position.
• Do not
control hoists if you are skilled for lifting loads
• Do not
use cables with damaged strain reliefs and/or
isolation.
• Do not
use any input- or output cables that are not
suitable for the supplied voltage and / or current.
• Do not
use the Thuja data connection (link in, link out)
with other network devices unless these devices are
specified to be suitable for use in the Thuja data
network.
• Do not
connect the controller to a mains connection that
is not properly fused.
• Do not
use the controller without proper grounding.
• Do not
connect more then one hoist on a single
channel.
3. ELECTRIC CONNECTIONS
All electric connections must be used with respect for the
specified voltages and maximum power consumption.
Power input:
The power input connector is a 5pin CEEform connector
suitable for 3 phase 32Amp / 400Volt. 3 Phases, neutral
and ground.
Depending on the type of controller it can be plugged in to
either a 3 phase 400V or a 3 phase 230V mains
connections.
Make sure the mains connection is fused at maximum
32Amps per phase. It is advised to use circuit breakers
with a C or D characteristic.
Make sure the mains connection is properly grounded.
Improper grousing might lead to dangerous with the
risk
of electric shock.
Maximum power consumption per hoist.
Each hoist channel is capable of switching an electric
chain hoist with maximum power consumption of 1,5kW.
Power output to the hoists
For each 4 hoist channels there is a Harting 16 output
connector.
Make sure the cables (and each individual wire of the
cable) connected to the output connector are suitable for
minimum 10Amps at 400V per wire.
To avoid voltage drops longer cables should have bigger
wire diameters.
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AETOS
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AETOS
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Yearly inspection and re-certification
•
Every owner of registered hoists will receive an automatic reminder for
the yearly inspection and re-certification of the hoist.
•
The yearly inspection and re-certification can be done at any ProLyft
Service Point as you can find on the back of this manual or on the
website “service.ProLyft.com”.
•
The yearly inspection and re-certification of the hoist guarantees a full
visual check of the hoist and the chain, a brake test, and a load test.
•
After passing the inspection a new certificate proving the quality of the
hoist, including a graph of the load test will be handed over.
•
A yearly certified hoist will keep Lifetime Warranty.
8.3. DAILY CHECKS
•
Visually check the pendant control switch and cable for damage.
•
Function test of brake.
•
Function test of end limit switch.
•
Function test of lifting / lowering.
8. SERVICE
8.1. GENERAL
•
Service and inspections may only be carried out by a competent person.
•
The inspection must determine that all safety devices are present and
fully operational and covers the condition of the hoist, lifting gear,
accessories and supporting constructions.
•
The service intervals and inspections noted are for normal working
conditions. Adverse working conditions, e.g. heat, high humidity, or
chemical environments, and regular transportation can dictate shorter
periods.
•
The ProLyft chainhoist AETOS series conform to FEM group 1Am in
accordance with FEM 9.511. This results in a theoretical service lifetime
of 800 operating hours under full load.
•
This is equivalent to minimum 10 years under normal operating
conditions. After this period the hoist requires a general overhaul. Further
information is contained in BGV D6 resp. FEM 9.755.
•
Attention: Maintenance work requires subsequent function testing
with nominal load.
8.2. ProLyft SERVICE PROGRAM / LIFETIME WARRANTY
Initial Certificate
•
All ProLyft hoist are provided with a test certificate, describing the hoist
and showing the results of the load test. The graph of the load test shows
a minimum lifting capacity of 125% of the nominal load.
•
All ProLyft hoist are equipped with an RFID tag with a unique number. The
number of the tag refers to the record of the hoist and the result of the
load test in the ProLyft ServiceBase.
Registration
•
After purchasing the hoist go to the website
“service.ProLyft.com”
to
register your hoist.
•
After registering your hoist you will have access to all recorded
information, certificates, history and load tests connected to your hoist.
•
By registering your hoist you get access to the Lifetime Warranty
program.
