VCH – Type-1 Chain Hoist Manual – 010108
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Table of Content
Warranty
2
Inspection and Maintenance of Manual Chain Hoists
2
Operation Instructions
3
Rules to Ensure Operator Safety
3
Parts Break Down (1/2T to 10T Bodies, 1/2T to 2T Hook Assemblies)
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Parts Break Down (3T to 10T Hook Assemblies)
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Trouble Shooting
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In Service Inspection and Maintenance
7
Lubrication
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Component Replacement Procedures
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Hoist Disposal
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Hoist Inspection Journal
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Limited One Year Warranty
All Vanguard manual hoists are guaranteed to be free of defect in both material and workmanship. If
one of our hoists fails during the first year of operation due to defect in either material or workmanship
we will repair or replace the unit (at our discretion) after physical inspection of the unit by our repair
department.
This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear of the units, and it does not apply to units that
show signs of misuse, overloading, alteration or improper/lack of maintenance.
No units can be returned for inspection without first receiving authorization from our customer service
department. The unit(s) for which there is a warranty claim must be returned to the location that has
authorized the units return prepaid complete with proof of purchase.
For our branch locations please refer to the front cover.
Inspection and Maintenance of Manual Chain Hoists
It is the responsibility of the hoist owner/user to establish proper programs to train and designated
hoist operators and train and designate hoist inspection and maintenance personnel.
The hoist operator, inspector and maintenance personnel’s training program should be based on the
requirements in accordance with the latest edition of:
♦ ASME B30.16, Safety Standard for Overhead Hoists (Underhung).
Please ensure to check for any additional federal/provincial/state/local code requirements, existing
plant/site safety rules and regulations, and all instructions provided in this manual.
