Vestil BC series User Manual

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Photos 11 and 12). DO NOT disconnect the clamp from the beam until you appropriately immobilize the beam to
prevent it from rolling, falling over, or moving in an uncontrolled manner.
In the following photographs, the beam weighs little and lacks dangerous projections that could cause injury. It
can easily be controlled by the operator. If you cannot control BOTH the clamp and beam without difficulty, find
someone to help you. However, despite these suggestions you should always use the procedures developed by
your employer for safely handling beams.

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Step 9: Disengage the clamp. Turn the handle counterclockwise to open the clamp and release the beam.
Raise the hoist high enough that the clamp no longer contacts the beam, and then disconnect the clamp from
the hoist.

You should fully open the clamp to prevent accidental or partial engagement of the beam.

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