Electric Chain Hoists (Single Brake)
Model NECH
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NECH-0214
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Only attach a load to the hoist hook that does
NOT
exceed the rated load capacity of the hoist.
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Confirm that the size of the attachment of the sling or other lifting device to be used is compatible to the size of the
hoist hook.
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Confirm that the attachment part of the sling or other lifting device is properly seated in the base, bowl, or saddle of
the hoist hook.
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Conform that the hook latch operates properly and that the hook latch properly bridges and closes the hook throat
opening.
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Confirm that the latch of the hoist hook will not support any part of the load.
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Conform that the load or any part of the load will not be applied to and/or not supported by the tip of the hook.
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Confirm that the load will be properly balanced when lifted.
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Confirm that the hoist load chain is not kinked or twisted, and that the load chain parts are not twisted around each
other.
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Confirm that the hoist load chain is properly seated in the load sheave and sheave pockets.
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Notify personnel in the area that a load will be lifted and verify that all personnel are clear of the load.
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Confirm that when the load is lifted, it will clear all material, machinery, or other obstructions in the area.
5.3
Safety Rules for Operating the Hoist
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DO NOT
engage in any activity that will divert the attention of the operator.
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DO NOT
lift, lower, or transport a load and hoist until the operator and all other personnel are clear of the load and
the path of the load.
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Confirm that the load a hoist will clear all obstacles before moving or rotating the load.
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Avoid moving loads over personnel.
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DO NOT
lift, lower, or transport personnel by the hoist, trolley, hoist hook, or load.
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Slowly inch the hook into engagement with the load to eliminate wire rope slack and reduce impact loading of the
hoist.
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Avoid unnecessary inching and quick reversals of direction.
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Only lift the load a few inches to confirm that the load is properly balanced before continuing with the lift.
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Only lift the load a few inches to confirm the hoist braking system is functioning properly before continuing with the
lift.
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Avoid swinging of the load or hoist hook when the hoist is travelling.
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Avoid sharp contact between trolleys or between trolleys and stops.
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DO NOT
use hoist limit switches or devices as a normal means of stopping the hoist.
5.4
Safety Rules for Parking the Load
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DO NOT
lower a load with the hoist until the operator and all other personnel are clear of the load and the path of the
load.
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Confirm that the load will clear all obstacles before lowering the load.