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MSI-8000

Operator’s Manual

1.1 Safety Section

Safety Symbol Definitions:

Important

WARNING

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided could
result in death or serious injury, and includes hazards that are exposed
when guards are removed.

Indicates information about procedures that, if not observed, could
result in damage to equipment or corruption to and loss of data.

General Safety

WARNING

Do not operate or work on this equipment unless you have read and
understand the instructions and warnings in the this Manual. Contact
any Measurement Systems International dealer for replacement
manuals. Proper care is your responsibility.

Failure to heed may result in serious injury of death.

DO NOT allow minors (children) or inexperienced persons to operate this unit.

DO NOT stand near the load being lifted as it is a potential falling hazard. Keep a safe
distance.

DO NOT use for purposes other then weight taking or dynamic load monitoring.

DO NOT use any load bearing component that is worn beyond 5% of the original
dimension.

DO NOT use any associated lifting product if any of the components of the load train
are cracked, deformed, or show signs of fatigue.

DO NOT exceed the rated load limit of the associated Scale/Dynamometer unit,
rigging elements, or the lifting structure.

DO NOT allow multi-point contact with the hook, shackle, or lifting eye of the
associated Scale/Dynamometer unit.

DO NOT allow high torque on the Scale/Dynamometer unless it is specifically designed
for high torque.

DO NOT make alterations or modifications to the unit or associated load bearing
devices.

DO NOT remove or obscure warning labels.

For guidelines on the safe rigging and loading of overhead scales and dynamometers,
read the "MSI Crane Scale Safety and Periodic Maintenance Manual" (available at
www.msiscales.com).

Keep hands, feet and loose clothing away from moving parts.

There are no user serviceable parts within the MSI-8000. Any repairs are to be
performed by qualified service personnel only.

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