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8. OPERATION AND USE
8.1 WARNING:
Before each use ensure that the lever hoist is fully
inspected.
Ensure that all chains are not twisted. The hoist must
always be rigged to lift in a straight line. The hoist must
always be free to swivel on the upper hook and not be
disrupted in any way. Under no condition should the
hoist frame or hanger bear any support or weight of the
load.
NOTE:
The ambient operating temperature of this chain hoist
is between –10°C and +50°C.
8.2 MOUNTING THE CHAIN HOIST (Fig.1.):
Ensure that the hook sits over the holding beam of a
secure beam clamp or dolly. The secure latch should be
in the closed position once the unit is hung. Before
attaching the load, ensure the hand chain runs freely.
8.3 LIFTING THE LOAD:
Ensure that the lower hook is attached to the load
securely over the centre of it's gravity, this will prevent
the load from tilting or twisting while the lift happens.
Ensure that the surrounding area is free of obstacles.
To lift the load, move the chains through your hands in
a clockwise direction at an even rate. Sudden jerks can
cause the load to twist and tilt. To lower the load, run
the chain in an anti-clockwise direction, ensure that the
area below the load is free of obstacles.
Be aware that the braking mechanism can become
heated during prolonged lowering of loads.
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