Flex 6EX System Instruction Manual
March 2016
Page 10 of 38
2.9 BATTERY DISPOSAL
Before disposing of batteries consult local and governmental regulatory requirements for proper disposal procedure.
2.10 CRANE/LIFTING DEVICE SPECIFIC WARNINGS
WARNING
ALL EQUIPMENT MUST HAVE A MAINLINE CONTACTOR INSTALLED AND ALL TRACKED CRANES, HOISTS,
LIFTING DEVICES AND SIMILAR EQUIPMENT MUST HAVE A BRAKE INSTALLED. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS
WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH AND DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
AN AUDIBLE AND/OR VISUAL WARNING MEANS MUST BE PROVIDED ON ALL REMOTE CONTROLLED
EQUIPMENT AS REQUIRED BY CODE, REGULATION, OR INDUSTRY STANDARD. THESE AUDIBLE AND/OR
VISUAL WARNING DEVICES MUST MEET ALL GOVERNMENTAL REQUIREMENTS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS
WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH AND DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
THE DIRECT OUTPUTS OF THIS PRODUCT ARE NOT DESIGNED TO INTERFACE DIRECTLY TO TWO STATE
SAFETY CRITICAL MAINTAINED FUNCTIONS, I.E., MAGNETS, VACUUM LIFTS, PUMPS, EMERGENCY
EQUIPMENT, ETC. A MECHANICALLY LOCKING INTERMEDIATE RELAY SYSTEM WITH SEPARATE POWER
CONSIDERATIONS MUST BE PROVIDED. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
Cranes, hoists, lifting devices and other material handling equipment can be large, and operate at high speeds.
The operator should:
continuously watch and monitor status of lifted loads
know and follow cable and hook inspection procedures
The operator shall not:
lift or move more than the rated load
use the crane, hoist or lifting device to lift, support or transport people
lift or carry any loads over people
operate the crane, hoist or lifting device unless all persons, including the operator, are and remain clear of the
supported load and any potential pinch points
operate a crane, hoist or lifting device when the device is not centered over the load
operate a crane, hoist or lifting device if the chain or wire rope is not seated properly in the sprockets, drum or
sheave
leave any load unattended while lifted
2.11 SPECIFIC SYSTEM WARNINGS
Below are some specific operating safety tips that should be strictly followed when operating a Flex 6EX
System:
1. Check the Status LED on the transmitter for any signs of low battery power (refer to page 35).
2. Check the Status LED on the transmitter for any signs of irregularities (refer to page 35).
3. Make sure the system is not set to the same channel as any other Flex systems in use within a
distance of 300 meters (900 feet).