SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Each Cyclone Hand Hoist and Low Headroom Trolley Hoist is built in accordance with the specifications contained herein
and at the time of manufacture complies with our interpretation of applicable sections of the American Society of
Mechanical Engineers Code B30.16 “Overhead Hoist” and the Occupational Safety and Health Act.
The safety laws for elevators and for dumbwaiters may specify construction details that are not necessarily
incorporated in CM industrial hoist. We recommend the use of equipment that meets state and national safety
codes. Columbus McKinnon Corporation cannot be responsible for applications other than those for which CM
equipment is recommended.
THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH IF NOT FOLLOWED
COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL AND ANY PROVIDED WITH THE
EQUIPMENT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR CYCLONE HOIST.
Consult Columbus McKinnon Corporation for any usage of Cyclone Hoists that do not involve raising of the load on the lower hook, or usage of
Cyclone Hoists in the inverted position. Using hoists, without special precautions, in such applications may cause an accident that could result in injury
and/or property damage.
Improper operation of a hoist can create a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury. To avoid such a potentially
hazardous situation, the operator shall:
1.
NOT operate a malfunctioning or unusually performing
hoist.
2. NOT operate the hoist until you have thoroughly read and
understand this manufacturer’s Operating, Maintenance and
Parts Manual.
3. NOT operate a hoist which has been modified without the
manufacturer’s approval or certification to be in conformity
with applicable OSHA regs.
4. NOT lift or pull more than rated load for the hoist.
5. NOT use damaged hoist or hoist that is Not working properly.
6. NOT use hoist with twisted, kinked, damaged, or worn load
chain.
7. NOT use the hoist to lift, support, or transport people.
8. NOT lift loads over people and make sure all personnel remain
clear of the supported load.
9. NOT attempt to lengthen the load chain or repair damaged load
chain.
10. Protect the hoist’s load chain from weld splatter or other damaging
contaminants.
11. NOT use load chain as a sling or wrap load chain around load.
12. NOT apply the load to the tip of the hook or to the hook latch.
13. NOT apply load unless load chain is properly seated in the chain
wheel(s) or sprocket(s).
14. NOT apply load if bearing prevents equal loading on all load
supporting chains.
15. NOT operate beyond the limits of the load chain travel.
16. NOT leave load supported by the hoist unattended unless specific
precautions have been taken.
17. NOT allow the chain or hook to be used as an electrical or welding
ground.
18. NOT allow the chain or hook to be touched by a live welding
electrode.
19. NOT remove or obscure the warnings on the hoist.
20. NOT operate a hoist which has Not been securely attached to a
suitable support.
21. NOT operate a hoist unless load slings or other approved single
attachments are properly sized and seated in the hook saddle.
22. NOT operate a hoist when it is restricted from forming a straight
line from hook to hook in the direction of loading.
23. NOT lift loads that are Not balanced and that the holding action is
Not secure, taking up slack carefully.
24. NOT operate a hoist unless all persons are and remain clear of the
supported load.
25. Report malfunctions or unusual performances of a hoist, after it
has been shut down until repaired.
26. NOT operate a hoist on which the safety placards or decals are
missing or illegible.
27. Be familiar with operating controls, procedures, and warnings.
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WARNING
Improper operation of a hoist can create a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in minor or moderate injury. to avoid such a potentially
hazardous situation, the operator shall:
1. Maintain a firm footing or be otherwise secured when
operating the hoist.
2. Check brake function by tensioning the hoist prior to
each lift or pulling operation.
3. Use hook latches. Latches are to retain slings, chains, etc.
under slack conditions only.
4. Make sure the hook latches are closed and not supporting
any parts of the load.
5. Make sure the load is free to move and will clear all
obstructions.
6. Avoid swinging the load or hook.
7. Inspect the hoist regularly, replace damaged or worn
parts, and keep appropriate records of maintenance.
8. Use the hoist manufacturer’s recommended parts when
repairing the unit.
9. Lubricate load chain per hoist manufacturer’s recommen-
dations.
10. NOT use the hoist load limiting or warning device to
measure load.
11. NOT operate except with manual power.
12. NOT permit more than one operator to pull on a single
hand chain at the same time. More than one operator is
likely to cause hoist overload.
13. NOT allow your attention to be diverted from operating
the hoist.
14. NOT allow the hoist to be subjected to sharp contact with
other hoists, structures, or objects through misuse.
15. NOT adjust or repair the hoist unless qualified to perform
such adjustments or repairs.
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For more information contact: Sievert Crane and Hoist, (708) 771-1600, [email protected], www.sievertcrane.com
