Harrington Hoists and Cranes TCR Hoist - (1/4-6 Ton) - Manual (Page 6)

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HAZARDOUS AIR PRESSURE IS PRESENT IN THE HOIST, IN THE SUPPLY OF COMPRESSED AIR TO THE
HOIST, AND IN THE CONNECTIONS BETWEEN COMPONENTS.
Before performing ANY maintenance on the equipment, de-energize the supply of compressed air to the
equipment, and lock and tag the supply device in the de-energized position. Refer to ANSI Z244.1, “Personnel
Protection - Lockout/Tagout of Energy Sources.”
Only trained and competent personnel should inspect and repair this equipment.
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It is the responsibility of the owner/user to install, inspect, test, maintain, and operate a hoist in accordance with
ANSI/ASME B30.16, “Safety Standard for Overhead Hoists”, OSHA Regulations. If the hoist is installed as part of a
total lifting system, such as an overhead crane or monorail, it is also the responsibility of the owner/user to comply with
the applicable ANSI/ASME B30 volume that addresses that type of equipment.
It is the responsibility of the owner/user to have all personnel that will install, inspect, test, maintain, and operate a
hoist read the contents of this manual and applicable portions of ANSI/ASME B30.16, “Safety Standard for Overhead
Hoists” and OSHA Regulations. If the hoist is installed as part of a total lifting system, such as an overhead crane, the
applicable ANSI/ASME B30 volume that addresses that type of equipment must also be read by all personnel.
If the hoist owner/user requires additional information, or if any information in the manual is not clear, contact
Harrington or the distributor of the hoist. Do not install, inspect, test, maintain, or operate this hoist unless this
information is fully understood.
A regular schedule of inspection of the hoist in accordance with the requirements of ANSI/ASME B30.16 should be
established and records maintained.