CM-ET Series 653 - Manual (Page 4)

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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:
1. NOT operate a malfunctioning or unusually performing
hoist.
2. NOT operate the hoist until you have thoroughly read
and understood this 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 a 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 dam-
aged load chain.
12. Protect the hoists load chain from weld splatter or other
damaging contaminants.
13. NOT operate a 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 sproket(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 the hold-
ing 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.
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:
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 operation.
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 lever is at rest.
8. Inspect the hoist regularly, replace damaged or worn parts,
and keep appropriate records of maintenance.
9. Use Columbus McKinnon parts when repairing the
unit.
10. Lubricate load chain as recommended in this manual.
11. NOT operate except with manual power.
12. NOT permit more than one operator to pull on lever at
the same time. More than one operator is likely to cause
hoist overload.
13. NOT allow your attention to be diverted from operating
the hoist.
14. NOT allow the hoist to be subjected to sharp contact with
other hoists, structures, or objects through misuse.
15. NOT adjust or repair the hoist unless qualified to perform
such adjustments or repairs.
T he hoists are intended for general industrial use for
moving loads within their load ratings. Prior to
installation and operation, the user should review
the application for abnormal environmental or
handling conditions.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
ADVERSE ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Do not use the hoists in areas containing flammable
vapors, liquids, gasses or any combustible dust or fibers. Do
not use the hoist in highly corrosive, abrasive, wet
environments or in applications involving exposure to
temperatures below -10 or above 130
o F.
MOVING HAZARDOUS LOADS
The hoists are not recommended for lifting materials that
could cause widespread damage if dropped. The lifting or
moving of materials that could explode or cause chemical
or radioactive contamination requires fail-safe, redundant
supporting devices that are not incorporated into these
hoists.