Wood’s Powr-Grip FLEX5HV11DC - Manual (Page 12)

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Vacuum Level on Optimal Surfaces
When the lifter is attached to clean, smooth, nonporous load surfaces, it should be able to
maintain a vacuum level in the green range on the vacuum gauge, except when used at high
elevations (see SPECIFICATIONS: Operating Elevation). If not, make sure the vacuum switch is
adjusted correctly (see MAINTENANCE: V
ACUUM
S
WITCH
A
DJUSTMENT
). If the vacuum switch
cannot be adjusted to maintain a vacuum of 16" Hg [-54 kPa], perform the V
ACUUM
T
EST
(see
MAINTENANCE) to determine whether there is a deficiency in the vacuum generating system.
Vacuum Level on Other Surfaces
When the lifter is attached to contaminated, rough or porous load surfaces, it may not be able to
maintain a vacuum level in the green range on the vacuum gauge, due to leakage in the seal
between the vacuum pads and the load surface.
10 In the case of contamination, thoroughly
clean the contact surfaces of the load and the vacuum pads (see MAINTENANCE: V
ACUUM
P
AD
M
AINTENANCE
: Cleaning), and reapply the lifter to the load. If the load has rough or porous
surfaces, the operator must conduct a test to determine whether the lifter is designed
to lift the load , as follows:
1) Make sure the lifter's vacuum generating system is functioning correctly (see MAINTENANCE:
V
ACUUM
T
EST
).
2) Apply the vacuum pads to the load as previously directed.
3) After the vacuum pumps stop running, place the power switch in the "OFF" position.
4) Raise the load a minimal distance, to assure that it is supported by the lifter.
5) Monitor the vacuum gauge while the load is suspended for 5 minutes:
The lifter must
maintain a minimum vacuum level of 10" Hg [-34 kPa] during this time. If not, the
load does not possess the characteristics required for using this lifter. 11
T
O
L
IFT AND
M
OVE THE
L
OAD
Load Capacity and the Warning Light
A lifter’s Load Capacity is rated at a vacuum level of 16" Hg [-54 kPa] (see SPECIFICATIONS).
After the lifter has attained this level, the vacuum pumps turn off automatically, to conserve
battery energy. At the same time, the low vacuum warning light turns off, to indicate that the
lifter is ready to lift the maximum load weight.
WARNING: Never attempt to lift load while red warning light is illuminated.
Do not attempt to lift the load while the warning light is illuminated; such an attempt could result
in a load release and possible injury to the operator.
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Contaminated loads can also cause the vacuum pumps to run frequently or continuously. Since excessive pumping quickly
reduces battery energy, the operator should clean the load when possible, to minimize pumping.
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Certain load materials are too rough or porous to allow the lifter to form a seal which can be maintained for 5 minutes without
power. However, in geographical locations where CE Standards do not apply, it may be possible to use the lifter to lift such loads.
Contact Wood’s Powr-Grip for more information.