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3
INSTALLATION AND SETUP
3.1
PRIOR TO SETUP
1.
Ensure all structural members of the PRO Drive are free of defects and damage that may affect the integrity of the unit.
2.
Ensure the hoisting area is secured from all unauthorized personnel.
WARNING:
ENSURE THAT OSHA COMPLIANT FALL PROTECTION IS IN PLACE.
WARNING:
PRIOR TO SETTING UP THE HOIST THERE MUST BE A PLAN OF ACTION OUTLINING
THE WORK TO BE ACCOMPLISHED, INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITIES, PERSONAL
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT, AND THE METHOD OF COMMUNICATION. FAILURE TO DO
THIS CAN RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR EQUIPMENT FAILURE.
WARNING:
ENSURE THAT ALL BOLTS AND NUTS ARE TIGHTENED SECURELY TO PREVENT
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY.
4.
Position the PRO Drive on the 1
st
, 2
nd
and 3
rd
cross ties from the bottom with the clamp on the 3
rd
cross tie. Note that
the 2
nd
and 3
rd
cross ties are reinforced. The PRO Drive should be on the underside of the track. Center the PRO
Drive between the track rails and lock in place by rotating the lock to the left. Insert the lock pin in the hole provided
to prevent lock from loosening. Fasten the operator handle to the PRO Drive lever. When facing the PRO Drive from
the rear or building side of the track, the PRO Drive handle is on your left. Details on PRO Drive startup are given in
Chapter 4. The top of the PRO Drive should be level, with a 3/8” clearance under both wheels when set up properly.
The engine may not operate correctly if it is not level.
5.
Before reeving the hoist, read and thoroughly understand the detailed instructions provided with your platform hoist.
WARNING:
WEAR HEAVY LEATHER GLOVES WHEN HANDLING WIRE ROPE. INSUFFICIENT HAND
PROTECTION WHEN HANDLING WIRE ROPE CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
WARNING:
USING DEFECTIVE WIRE ROPE CAN CAUSE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE, SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
WARNING:
MAKE SURE THAT BOTH TRACK SHOES ARE RESTING ON A FIRM, LEVEL SURFACE.
THIS PREVENTS TRACK SLIPPAGE OR UNEVEN LOADING OF TRACK WHICH CAN
CAUSE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY.
