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Twin-path® sling

USER MANUAL

• Death or Injury can occur from improper use or care.  

• For use only by a competent and/or qualified person as        

   defined by OSHA.

• Stay clear of the load at all times.

• Do not exceed rated capacity.

• Sling can fail if damaged, misused or overloaded.  

• Inspect before each use.  Damaged sling shall not be used.

• User shall protect sling from being cut by load edges, corners, 

  protrusions and abrasive surfaces.

• Do not expose to damaging chemicals and temperatures 

   over 180° F/ 82° C.

For additional important safety, inspection, removal and repair information, follow Slingmax® 

Guidelines, ASME B30.9, WSTDA RS 1HP and Cordage Institute CI 1905 standards.

Summary of Contents for Twin-path

Page 1: ... can fail if damaged misused or overloaded Inspect before each use Damaged sling shall not be used User shall protect sling from being cut by load edges corners protrusions and abrasive surfaces Do not expose to damaging chemicals and temperatures over 180 F 82 C For additional important safety inspection removal and repair information follow Slingmax Guidelines ASME B30 9 WSTDA RS 1HP and Cordage...

Page 2: ...light transmits from end to end Holes tears cuts abrasive wear or snags Ensure inner red cover is not visible Acid or caustic burns Exposed core yarn Broken or damaged core yarn Weld splatter or heat damage Fittings that are pitted corroded cracked bent twisted gouged or broken Any other condition including visible damage that causes doubt as to the continued use of the sling Inspection Frequencie...

Page 3: ...ess than 30 When possible use longer slings to minimize angular tension by increasing the angle Severe angles can greatly reduce sling strength 90 60 45 30 3 Check chemical resistance Twin Path slings are generally resistant to common chemicals Resistances in this chart are based on common concentrations at room temperature Elevated concentrations and temperatures may affect chemical resistance Co...

Page 4: ...Abrasion Protection 8 Ensure sling paths are smooth in the hitch without any twisting or bunching Sling shall not be twisted tied into knots or joined by knotting 3 4 Be sure warning indication devices are operable Do not drag sling over any surface Do not expose to damaging chemicals and or temperatures over 180 F 82 C Refer to manufacturer for additional information 5 Select compatible fittings ...

Page 5: ...of the rigging is detected DISPOSAL Before disposing of Twin Path slings the slings shall be cut in half to prevent inadvertent use Waste must be disposed of in accordance with national and local environmental regulations CARE Store slings to prevent contact with possible mechanical damage corrosion dust grit and extreme temperatures To clean use mild soap and water and allow to air dry before sto...

Page 6: ...hed or painted loads from marring Synthetic Armor can be made to fit any length or width sling The pin area of a shackle can damage synthetic slings Placing synthetic slings on the pin should be avoided Shackles may have a sharp edge where the pin goes through the shackle ear If the sling is rigged on this area it could become severely damaged If you must rig on the pin protect your sling with a S...

Page 7: ...erform the job Rigging training is widely available through your local Slingmax Dealer For training information please contact your local Slingmax Dealer or visit www slingmax com TRAINING RESOURCES ASSOCIATIONS For additional information on the safe use inspection and training requirements please consult the standards and reference items below WSTDA RS HP1 ASME B30 9 CI 1905 OSHA 29 CFR 1910 184 ...

Page 8: ... 6000 60 000 48 000 120 000 103 920 84 840 1 20 2 5 5 1 50 0 75 TPXCF TPXC 7000 70 000 56 000 140 000 121 240 98 980 1 33 2 5 5 1 84 0 92 TPXCF TPXC 8500 85 000 68 000 170 000 147 220 120 190 1 60 3 0 6 1 84 0 92 TPXCF TPXC 10000 100 000 80 000 200 000 173 200 141 400 1 80 3 0 6 2 00 1 00 TPXCF TPXC 12500 125 000 100 000 250 000 216 500 176 750 2 30 4 0 8 2 50 1 25 TPXCF TPXC 15000 150 000 120 000...

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