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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CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations with the purchase of your new ProLyft AETOS hoist.
Register your hoist
In order to activate to the Lifetime Warranty Program your hoist needs to be registered within 1 month after the purchase
date. Please follow the instructions on the separate Lifetime Warranty information letter included in the box, or go to
www.prolyft.com and select “register your hoist”.
Lifetime Warranty
Prolyte offers a unique Lifetime Warranty system. Each ProLyft hoist is equipped with an electronic tag, which enables the
owner to keep track of the hoists’ history in an easy accessible ProLyft Service Base.
The Lifetime Warranty program is applicable as long as you service and re-certify your hoist yearly at a ProLyft Service Point.
Your nearest Service Point can be found on the “Prolyte Locator App”, or through our website:
https://www.prolyte.com/en/dealer-network#servicepoints
or at the back of this manual.
Content of the box or flight case
You have received the hoist in a box or a flight case. The following should be included:
• The hoist.
• 1 Chain hook.
• 1 Chain end stop.
• 2 foam stoppers.
• 1 washer to hold foam stopper
• 1 chain bag bracket, including bolt and nut (optional)
• 1 chain bag (optional)
• The required length of chain (optional)
• Lifetime Warranty information letter
• Test Certification document
• Manual
Before you start using the hoist
Before starting to use the hoist please take care of the following:
• Check the carton box or the flight-case for any transport damage. Contact your supplier if there is any damage found.
• Go to the website “service.ProLyft.com” and register your hoist with the serial number, which you can find on the
hoist and on the test certificat.
• Read the manual carefully.
• Check the voltage settings of the hoist. Most hoist come standard with a 400V/3ph/50Hz setting and can be adapted
to 230V/3pH/50 or 60Hz. Special 250 and 500kg hoists are available for 208V/60Hz.
• Pay respect to the safety regulations for lifting loads in your country.
• Enjoy using the hoist.
Lifting loads above people
Standard ProLyft hoists are designed according to the European Machinery Directive.
In order to use the standard ProLyft hoist to lift or suspend loads above people extra measures must be taken in order to reach
the required level of safety. These measures must be based on a Risk Assessment, following applicable national legislation.
Please refer to chapter 10 of this manual.
Attention: Before starting to work on electrical components the power supply is to be cut off.
