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OPERATION
6.1
Safety during operation
WARNING! FALLING LOAD HAZARD
Operating the product with people underneath or near the load could cause a falling
load hazard. A falling load could cause serious injury or death to the people situated
underneath or near the load.
When operating the product, make sure that no people are situated underneath or near
the load.
NOTE
Do not deliberately use mechanical limit switches to stop the motion. Always stop the
motion with the controls on the pendant controller before reaching the mechanical end
limits.
NOTE
If the product malfunctions during use, engage the emergency stop button and contact
the supervisor.
NOTE
Motors get hot when they run, even without a load on the hook. Operate the motors at the
highest practical safe speed because low speeds generate more heat. Allow the motors
to cool down frequently so that they do not overheat. See chapters Hoist duty class and
Design working period (DWP) for the maximum permissible continuous operation times.
If a motor gets too hot, the thermostat prevents further operation.
6.1.1
Operating environment
Always operate the product in operating conditions that the product is designed for. For more
information, see chapter Operating conditions.
6.1.2
Responsibilities of the operator
The electrical chain hoists are used for various tasks and purposes. They can lift different types
of loads, and many different operators use them in different ways of operation. The hoists are
often regularly operated by non-dedicated operators, for example as part of the normal work
routines and responsibilities of many workers.
Because the manufacturer of the hoist has no direct involvement in or control over the operation
and application of the equipment, it is the responsibility of the owner and the operating
personnel of the hoist to ensure that the product is operated according to required safety
practices. Only authorized and qualified personnel who can demonstrate that they have read
and understood the contents of these instructions and that they have sufficient understanding of
the proper operation and maintenance of the equipment should be permitted to work with the
hoist.
WARNING! IGNORING INSTRUCTIONS HAZARD
Failure to follow the given instructions could cause death or serious injury.
Read and understand the contents of these instructions before operating, servicing,
and maintaining the equipment.
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