Tie Down • Atlanta, Georgia 30336
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Safety Instructions
CAUTION: Please read the safety warnings and instructions contained in this manual before operating the lift hoist. Failure
to obey the warnings contained herein could result in damage to the equipment, personal injury, or death, this information
should not be a substitute for routine accident prevention, but rather an addition to routine accident prevention.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Transport and handle your lift hoist with care.
2. Unpack the TranzSporter carefully and inspect for any damage that may occur during transportation. DO NOT USE THE HOIST IF ANY
PART IS DAMAGED.
3. Please observe all safety and warning labels attached to the hoist.
4. Use only replacement parts furnished by the manufacturer.
5. Always keep the area around the base section of the TranzSporter hoist clear to help prevent slipping, tripping or falling against the hoist.
6. DO NOT ALLOW ANYONE TO OPERATE THE TRANZSPORTER HOIST WHO HAS NOT BEEN THOROUGHLY AND PROPERLY
TRAINED IN THE CORRECT OPERATION AND USE OF THIS HOIST.
7. This hoist is manufactured to lift materials only. Do not use the lift hoist for the purpose of transporting personnel from one level to another.
8. Do not climb the TP-Series hoist or use as a personnel ladder.
9. Do not overload - maximum lifting capacity for the TP250 is 250 lbs. with a load capacity of 230 lbs.
Maximum lifting capacity for the TP400 is 400 lbs. with a load capacity of 380 lbs.
10. Keep hands, feet and other body parts as well as clothing away from the track sections and moving or rotating parts of the TP-Series hoist
when starting the engine or when operating the hoist.
11. Do not allow any persons to walk or work under or near the TP-Series hoist while in operation.
12. Do not use this hoist to transport hot asphalt or any other hot molten substance from one elevation to another.
13. Store all parts of the TP-Series hoist in such a fashion as not to damage any of the components.
14. Do not operate indoors or in an area with poor ventilation. Electric motor model is excluded.
15. Never lift sheet or panel goods without the use of the plywood brackets and the tie down straps provided (see page 9).
Warning labels are attached to the TP250/400 and are weather resistant. If you notice any of these decal’s missing from your
hoist, please contact TIE DOWN ENGINEERING for a replacement label.
Remember: Safety First!!
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WARNING
DO NOT REMOVE THIS TAG!
SHOCK HAZARD
KEEP ENTIRE LIFT HOIST
CLEAR OF ALL UTILITY
AND ELECTRICAL WIRING!
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DO NOT REMOVE THIS TAG!
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
• TOP OF HOIST MUST BE SECURED TO ROOF USING “S” HOOKS (PROVIDED)
AND TWO LENGTHS OF ROPE (NOT PROVIDED)
• BRAKE TENSION SPRINGS MUST BE CHECKED FOR CORRECT TENSIONING DAILY
(BEFORE USE) IN ORDER TO PREVENT LOAD SLIPPAGE
• KEEP BRAKE DRUMS AND BRAKE SHOES FREE OF OIL, LUBRICANTS, AND
EXCESSIVE MOISTURE, CHECK FOR DAILY WEAR AND REPLACE WHEN NECESSARY
• DO NOT OPERATE THIS UNIT IF ANY COMPONENT PARTS EXHIBIT DAMAGE
OR WEAR. THIS INCLUDES ALL TRACK SECTIONS
WARNING
SAFETY LATCH MUST BE
ENGAGED WHEN LIFT
HOIST IS NOT IN USE
DO NOT REMOVE THIS TAG!
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Instructions Inside Tube
(Remove Red End Cap to Read)
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
FAILURE TO READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE,
PERSONAL INJURY OR EVEN DEATH TO USER OR OTHERS
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WARNING
DO NOT REMOVE THIS TAG!
SHOCK HAZARD
KEEP ENTIRE LIFT HOIST
CLEAR OF ALL UTILITY
AND ELECTRICAL WIRING!
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DO NOT REMOVE THIS TAG!
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
• TOP OF HOIST MUST BE SECURED TO ROOF USING “S” HOOKS (PROVIDED)
AND TWO LENGTHS OF ROPE (NOT PROVIDED)
• BRAKE TENSION SPRINGS MUST BE CHECKED FOR CORRECT TENSIONING DAILY
(BEFORE USE) IN ORDER TO PREVENT LOAD SLIPPAGE
• KEEP BRAKE DRUMS AND BRAKE SHOES FREE OF OIL, LUBRICANTS, AND
EXCESSIVE MOISTURE, CHECK FOR DAILY WEAR AND REPLACE WHEN NECESSARY
• DO NOT OPERATE THIS UNIT IF ANY COMPONENT PARTS EXHIBIT DAMAGE
OR WEAR. THIS INCLUDES ALL TRACK SECTIONS
WARNING
SAFETY LATCH MUST BE
ENGAGED WHEN LIFT
HOIST IS NOT IN USE
DO NOT REMOVE THIS TAG!
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