CM-ET Series 603 - Manual (Page 7)

Each Series 602/603 Manually Operated Lever Hoist is built in accordance with the specifications contained
herein and at the time of manufacture complies with our interpretation of applicable sections of *ASME B30.21,
*ANSI/ASME HST-3M and the Occupational Safety and Health Act-1970.
The safety laws for elevators and for dumbwaiters specify construction details that are not incorporated in CM industrial
hoists. We recommend the use of equipment that meets state and national safety codes for such use. Columbus McKinnon
Corporation cannot be responsible for applications other than those for which CM equipment is recommended.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Series 602/603 Operating, Maintenance & Parts Manual
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Improper operation of a hoist can create a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury. To avoid such a potentially
hazardous situation, the operator shall: Improper operation of a hoist can create a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in minor or moderate injury. To avoid such a potentially
hazardous situation, the operator shall:
*Copies of the standards may be obtained from ASME Order Department, 22 Law Drive, Box 2300, Fairfield, NJ 07007-2300.
THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH IF NOT FOLLOWED
COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND
OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL AND ANY PROVIDED WITH
THE EQUIPMENT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR SERIES 602/603 LEVER HOIST.
1. NOT operate a malfunctioning or unusually performing hoist.
2. NOT operate the hoist until you have thoroughly read and
understood this Operating, Maintenance and Parts Manual.
3. NOT operate a hoist which has been modified without the
manufacturer’s approval or certification to be in conformity
with applicable OSHA regulations.
4. NOT lift or pull more than rated load for the hoist.
5. NOT use damaged hoist or hoist that is not working properly.
6. NOT use hoist with twisted, kinked, damaged,
or worn load chain.
7. NOT operate with any lever extension (cheater bar).
8. NOT attempt to “free-chain” the hoist while load is applied.
9. NOT use the hoist to lift, support, or transport people.
10. NOT lift loads over people and make sure all personnel
remain clear of supported load.
11. NOT attempt to lengthen the load chain or repair damaged
load chain.
12. Protect the hoist’s load chain from weld splatter or other
damaging contaminants.
13. NOT operate hoist when it is restricted from forming a
straight line from hook to hook in the direction of loading.
14. NOT use load chain as a sling or wrap load chain around load.
15. NOT apply the load to the tip of the hook or to the hook latch.
16. NOT apply load unless load chain is properly seated in the
chain wheel(s) or sprocket(s).
17. NOT apply load if bearing prevents equal loading on all load
supporting chains.
18. NOT operate beyond the limits of the load chain travel.
19. NOT leave load supported by the hoist unattended unless
specific precautions have been taken.
20. NOT allow the chain or hook to be used as an electrical
or welding ground.
21. NOT allow the chain or hook to be touched by a live welding
electrode.
22. NOT remove or obscure the warnings on the hoist.
23. NOT operate a hoist which has not been securely attached
to a suitable support.
24. NOT operate a hoist unless load slings or other
approved single attachments are properly sized
and seated in the hook saddle.
25. NOT lift loads that are not balanced and that the holding
action is not secure, taking up slack carefully.
26. NOT operate a hoist unless all persons are and remain clear
of the supported load.
27. Report malfunctions or unusual performances of a hoist,
after it has been shut down until repaired.
28. NOT operate a hoist on which the safety placards or decals
are missing or illegible.
29. Be familiar with operating controls, procedures and
warnings.
1. Maintain a firm footing or be otherwise secured when
operating the hoist.
2. Check brake function by tensioning the hoist prior to each lift
or pulling function.
3. Use hook latches. Latches are to retain slings, chains, etc.
under slack conditions only.
4. Make sure the hook latches are closed and not supporting
any parts of the load.
5. Make sure the load is free to move
and will clear all obstructions.
6. Avoid swinging the load or hook.
7. Avoid lever “fly-back” by keeping a firm grip on the lever
until operating stroke is completed and the lever is at rest.
8. Inspect the hoist regularly, replace damaged or worn parts,
and keep appropriate records of maintenance.
9. Use the hoist manufacturer’s recommended parts when
repairing the unit.
10. Lubricate load chain per hoist manufacturer’s
recommendations.
11. NOT use the hoist load limiting or warning device
to measure load (If so equipped).
12. NOT operate except with manual power.
13. NOT permit more than one operator to pull on lever
at the same time. More than one operator is likely
to cause hoist overload.
14. NOT allow your attention to be diverted
from operating the hoist.
15. NOT allow the hoist to be subjected to sharp contact with
other hoists, structures, or objects through misuse.
16. NOT adjust or repair the hoist unless qualified to perform
such adjustments or repairs.