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Safety instructions
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2.10
Safety-conscious operation
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ST chain hoists are constructed according to the state of the art and equipped with a
slipping clutch as overload protection. In spite of this, dangers may arise from inap-
propriate use or use for an unintended purpose.
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The user is responsible for ensuring that work is carried out with safety in mind and
avoiding risks, see chap. 1.6.
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Read the instructions before starting to work with the product.
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Standing under a suspended load is forbidden. Danger to life and limb!
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Observe the "Duties of crane operator".
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Before starting work, find out where the emergency stop button is (usually in the
control pendant).
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Do not put your hand between edges that might crush or cut.
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Do not grasp the moving chain.
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Take note of the relevant instructions when attaching loads.
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Do not stand between load and wall.
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Start lifting the load carefully.
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Never attempt to remedy a malfunction while the load is suspended.
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Never use bent, open or distorted load hooks, or attempt to straighten them.
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Have a damaged hook latch repaired.
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Never anneal the hook.
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Never lock the buttons of the control switch in place.
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Never allow the load to drop into the hoist’s load
-bearing equipment.
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Before lifting loads, ensure that the stated maximum working load is not exceeded.
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When lifting and setting down loads, ensure that they are in a stable position in order
to avoid accidents due to the load toppling or overturning.
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Secure the load if the power is cut.
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Have a damaged hook safety latch repaired.
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Do not kink or crush control cables.
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Choose a safe place from which to operate the hoist.
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Joining or mending ropes, chains or belts is not permitted.
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Never touch metal components that are colder than 0°C or hotter than 55°C without
wearing protective gloves.
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Report damage and defects to the product (abnormal noises, impaired braking
function, deformations, ...) to the person responsible immediately. Do not use the
product until the faults have been eliminated.
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Do not remove information plates from the product. Replace illegible or damaged
plates.
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Never expose control cables to tensile stress. It is strictly forbidden to move the hoist
by pulling on the control pendant.
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Have hoist inspected by the relevant authority before commissioning.
2.11
Attaching load
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Use only tested and approved slings for attaching the load.
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The rope must not be wound around the load.
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The load must always be suspended from the base of the hook. The tip of the hook
must not be subjected to load.
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Removing the safety latch from suspension and load hooks is not permitted.
Summary of Contents for ST05
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