R&M Materials Handling ELECTRIC CHAIN HOISTS LoadMate Chain Hoist LM 16-20-25 - Manual (Page 5)

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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Contact Information
Please do not hesitate to use the following contact information in the event that you may need assistance:
R&M MATERIALS HANDLING, INC.
4501 Gateway Boulevard
Springfield, OH 45502
General Telephone: 937 - 328-5100
Toll Free Telephone (US): 800 - 955-9967
General Fax: 937 - 325-5319
Parts Department Fax (US): 800 - 955-5162
Parts Dept. Fax (other): 937 - 328-5162
Website: www.rmhoist.com
1.2 Warranty
All sales are subject to the R&M Materials Handling, Inc. Standard Terms and Conditions of Sale (Revision
101707), a copy of which is available at www.rmhoist.com or upon request from R&M Materials Handling,
Inc. customer service/sales representatives and the terms of which are incorporated as if fully rewritten
herein.
1.3 Disclaimer
This Manual has been prepared by R&M MATERIALS HANDLING, INC. to provide information and
suggestions for hoist installation, maintenance, and inspection personnel. This manual should be used in
conjunction with the
LoadMate® Electric Chain Hoist Operator’s Manual to teach safe operating practices
to all personnel associated with hoist operations and maintenance.
It is NOT intended that the recommendations in this manual take precedence over existing plant safety rules
and regulations or OSHA regulations. However, a thorough study of the following information should provide
a better understanding of proper installation, maintenance, and inspection procedures that are to be followed
in order to afford a greater margin of safety for people and machinery in the area of hoist operations.
It must be recognized that this is a manual of recommendations for the Hoist Installation, Maintenance, and
Inspection personnel and its use is permissive not mandatory. It is the responsibility of the hoist owner to
make personnel aware of all federal, state, and local codes and regulations. The owner is responsible for
providing instruction and insuring that certain installation, maintenance, and inspection personnel are
properly trained.