6
Webslings/multi-leg sling can be
repaired if, for example:
- the label is missing but the
manufacturer is known,
- a replaceable fi tting is damaged,
- the eye reinforcement is damaged,
- or only the protective sleeve is
damaged.
Repairs can be made only by the
manufacturer or a manufacturer
authorized person.
Webslings/multi-leg sling should be
withdrawn from use if, for example:
- the label is missing and the
manufacturer is unknown,
- the webbing has been damaged by
acid or alkali.
- the fabric has been damaged by the
effects of heat (such as weld
splatters),
- or non-replaceable fi ttings have been
distorted by overload or wear
(bending, cutting, ground areas on
the bearing surface, etc.).
Especially if fi
ttings show incipient
cracks, lateral cracks, notches, breakage
or corrosion, the affected slings must be
removed from use. Never take a risk!
Webslings/multi-leg slings
can be
disposed of
with household waste as
long as the webbing has not been
contaminated with oils, raw materials,
etc. If the webbing has been
contaminated by chemicals, the
webslings/multi-leg slings must be
disposed of as special waste. The metal
fi ttings can be sent for recycling.
5 Storage and cleaning
Maintenance and proper storage
prolong the quality and functionality of
SpanSet webslings/multi-leg slings.
Therefore, inspect the webslings/
multi-leg slings after each use!
Damaged Webslings/multi-leg slings
must be removed from use or repaired,
and soiled webslings/multi-leg slings
must be cleaned before they are put
into storage (see 2 Safety instructions
and handling). Keep the webslings/
multi-leg slings clean, dry and well
ventilated, and protect them from
direct sunlight and the effects
of chemicals.
6 Training and important things
to know
SpanSet webslings/multi-leg slings
fully meet the requirements of LOLER,
1492-2, EC machine guideline 2006/42/
EC, as well as ZH 1/324 and BGI 556.
Please note that the standards and
guidelines listed are only examples.
Please be aware that specifi c industries
and applications may have special
safety requirements that must be
complied with. When using textile
slings, observe regional occupational
safety regulations, such as the
regulations of the local proffessional
bodies. You can get more information
and access sources for the regulations
from your SpanSet dealer or directly
from SpanSet.
Glossary:
EN Language: English
Please read the operating
manual and follow the warnings
and safety instructions.
Attention: Special caution and
attention!
Forbidden!
Information: Handling instructions.
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technology. Naturally, we also train on
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25 Technical data - Lifting sling types
without metal
26 Technical data - Lifting sling types
with metal
A
1
-
2
Permissible WLL
B -
3
Item description/type
C - Working length
D - Colour
E -
4
Safety factor (SF)
F - Material
G -Between 1.0 - 3.5 metres, depending
on
WLL
h - open
VW1
- 1-leg sling with variable length
setting
VW2
- 2-leg sling with variable length
setting
VW4
- 4-leg sling with variable length
setting
The manufacturer certifi cate per EN
1492-1 and EN 1492-2 is a part of this
user manual. The relevant text passages
are in a grey fi eld.
Webslings
Preparation
Rescue of Casualties
EN
