R&M Materials Handling ELECTRIC CHAIN HOISTS LoadMate Chain Hoist LM 1 - Manual (Page 34)

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5.8.4 Top Hook
Figure 12. Top Hook Orientation
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CAUTION: Before removing Top Hook, de-energize the power to the hoist per ANSI Z244.1
and make certain that any load is removed from the load hook. Also support the total
weight of the hoist, including chain, prior to removing the Top Hook.
Removing Top Hook
1. Remove locking plate and pin.
2. Pull pin out and remove hook.
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CAUTION: Proper installation of top hook is critical for hoist balance.
Installing Top Hook
1. Determine number of chain falls: 1-fall or 2-fall.
2. Select proper placement of top hook relative to number of chain falls:
If 1-fall, align top hook so that tip of hook faces toward chain container.
If 2-fall, align top hook so that tip of hook faces away from chain container.
3. Place hook into the slot on hoist body. Verify that top hook saddle and load hook saddle are in line with
each other. Install locking plate and pin.
CHAIN
CONTAINER
BRACKET