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4.
When the platform reaches the top of the track, stop turning the handwheel. This action stops the platform and
automatically applies the brake, which holds the load and platform.
WARNING:
KEEP OUT FROM UNDER A RAISED LOAD.
5.
Do not allow the platform to jam against the spring stops on the top bracket.
WARNING:
DO NOT REMOVE MATERIAL FROM THE HOIST UNTIL IT HAS STOPPED
COMPLETELY.
6.
Turn the handwheel counterclockwise to lower platform to the ground. Do not allow the platform to strike the track
shoes on reaching the bottom of the track.
7.
Check the Handihoist periodically during operation.
WARNING:
KEEP ALL BODY PARTS CLEAR OF MOVING PARTS.
4.3
PREPARING HANDIHOIST FOR SHUTDOWN
At the end of operation, secure the equipment to prevent unauthorized use.
Never
assume you will find the equipment in
the same condition that you left it. Proceed as follows:
1.
Ensure that all lifting tension has been removed from the wire rope.
2.
If the hoist is being permanently disassembled, at the end of a project for example, follow the detailed disassembly
procedures in Chapter 5.
