Safety Precautions

Each Yale RS2 Manually Lever Operated Hoist is built in accordance with the specifications contained herein and at the time of manufacture complies with our interpretation of applicable sections of *ASME B30.21, *ANSI/ASME HST- 3M and the Occupational Safety and Health Act-1970.

The safety laws for elevators and for dumbwaiters specify construction details that are not incorporated in Yale industrial hoists. We recommend the use of equipment that meets state and national safety codes for such use. Yale Hoists cannot be responsible for applications other than those for which Yale equipment is recommended.

THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH IF NOT FOLLOWED COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS.

! READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL AND ANY PROVIDED WITH THE !

EQUIPMENT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR YALE LEVER HOIST.

*Copies of these standards may be obtained from ASME Order Department, 22 Law Drive, Box 2300, Fairfield, NJ 07007-2300.

WARNING!

Improper operation of a hoist can create a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. To avoid such a potentially hazardous situation, the operator shall:


1.	NOT operate a malfunctioning or unusually performing hoist.
2.	NOT operate the hoist until you have thoroughly read and
3.	understood this Operating, Maintenance and Parts Manual.
	NOT operate a hoist which has been modified without the
	manufacturer’s approval or certification to be in conformity with
4.	applicable OSHA regulations.
	NOT lift or pull more than rated load for the hoist.
5.	NOT use damaged hoist or hoist that is Not working properly.
6.	NOT use hoist with twisted, kinked, damaged, or worn load chain.
7.	NOT operate with any lever extension (cheater bar).
8.	NOT attempt to “free-chain” the hoist while a load is applied.
9.	NOT use the hoist to lift, support, or transport people.
10.	NOT lift loads over people and make sure all personnel remain
11.	clear of the supported load.
	NOT attempt to lengthen the load chain or repair damaged load
12.	chain.
	Protect the hoist’s load chain from weld splatter or other
13.	damaging contaminants.
	NOT operate hoist when it is restricted from forming a straight
14.	line from hook to hook in the direction of loading.
	NOT use load chain as a sling or wrap load chain around load.
15.	NOT apply the load to the tip of the hook or to the hook latch.
16.	NOT apply load unless load chain is properly seated in the chain
17.	wheel(s) or sprocket(s).
	NOT apply load if bearing prevents equal loading on all load
18.	supporting chains.
	NOT operate beyond the limits of the load chain travel.
19.	NOT leave load supported by the hoist unattended unless
20.	specific precautions have been taken.
	NOT allow the chain or hook to be used as an electrical or
21.	welding ground.
	NOT allow the chain or hook to be touched by a live welding
22.	electrode.
	NOT remove or obscure the warnings on the hoist.
23.	NOT operate a hoist which has Not been securely attached to a
	suitable support.

25.NOT lift loads that are Not balanced and that the holding action is Not secure, taking up slack carefully.

26.NOT operate a hoist unless all persons are and remain clear of the supported load.

27.Report malfunctions or unusual performances of a hoist, after it has been shut down until repaired.

28.NOT operate a hoist on which the safety placards or decals are missing or illegible.

29.Be familiar with operating controls, procedures, and warnings.

CAUTION!

Improper operation of a hoist can create a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. To avoid such a potentially hazardous situation, the operator shall:

1. Maintain a firm footing or be otherwise secured when operating the hoist.

2. Check brake function by tensioning the hoist prior to each lift or pulling function.

3. Use hook latches. Latches are to retain slings, chains, etc. under slack conditions only.

4. Make sure the hook latches are closed and not supporting any parts of the load.

5. Make sure the load is free to move and will clear all obstructions.

6. Avoid swinging the load or hook.

7. Avoid lever “fly-back” by keeping a firm grip on the lever until operating stroke is completed and the lever is at rest.

8. Inspect the hoist regularly, replace damaged or worn parts, and keep appropriate records of maintenance.

9. Use the hoist manufacturer’s recommended parts when repairing the unit.

10. Lubricate load chain per hoist manufacturer’s recommendations.

11. NOT use the hoist load limiting or warning device to measure load.

12. NOT operate except with manual power.

13. NOT permit more than one operator to pull on lever at the same time. More than one operator is likely to cause hoist overload.

14. NOT allow your attention to be diverted from operating the hoist.

15. NOT allow the hoist to be subjected to sharp contact with other hoists, structures, or objects through misuse.

24. NOT operate a hoist unless load slings or other approved single

attachments are properly sized and seated in the hook saddle.

16. NOT adjust or repair the hoist unless qualified to perform such adjustments or repairs.