SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The following warnings and operating instructions are intended to avoid unsafe operating practices which might lead to indury or property damage.
Safe Operating Instructions are provided to make an operator aware of dangerous practices to avoid and are not necessarily limited to the following list. Refer to specific sections in the manual for additional safety information.
Refer to the hoist manual for additional precautions and instructions.
1.Only allow qualified people (trained in safety and operation) to operate the hoist.
2.Only operate a hoist and a trolley if you are physically fit to do so.
3.When a "DO NOT OPERATE" sign is placed on the hoist controls, do not operate the hoist until the sign has been removed by designated personnel.
4.Before each shift, the operator should inspect the hoist and the trolley for wear or damage.
5.Never use a hoist and a trolley that inspection indicates is defective.
6.Periodically, inspect the hoist and the trolley thoroughly and replace worn or damaged parts.
7.Lubricate the hoist and the trolley regularly.
8.Using the hoist, only lift loads less than or equal to the lower rated capacity of the trolley or hoist.
9.Only attach a hoist having a raded capacity equal to or less than the capacity of the trolley.
10.When using two hoists to suspend one load, select two trolleys each having a rated capacity equal to or more than the load. This provides adequate safety in the event of a sudden load shift or failure of one trolley.
11.Never place your hand inside the throat area of a hook
12.Only operate a hoist when the load is centered under the hoist. Do not "side pull" or "yard".
13.Pay attention to the load at all times when operating the trolley.
14.Make sure all people are clear of the load path. Do not lift a load over people.
15.Never use the hoist for lifting or lowering people, and never allow anyone to stand on a suspended load.
16.Do not swing a suspended load.
17.Never suspend a load for an extended period of time
18.Never leave a suspended load unattended.
19.Never weld or cut a load suspended by the trolley.
20.Always rig the load properly and carefully.
21.Remove all loads before performing any maintenance.
22.Avoid collision or bumping of hoist and trolley.
23.After use, properly secure hoist and all loads.
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