Wood’s Powr-Grip VL3000L - Manual (Page 13)

Rev 11.0/7-13 11 VL3000: #35161
service directions. Perform inspection and maintenance as needed to identify and correct any
deficiency before resuming normal operation of the lifter.
T
O
R
ELEASE THE
P
ADS FROM THE
L
OAD
WARNING: Load must be fully supported before releasing vacuum pads.
When the load is at rest and fully supported, press the valve release lever (located opposite the
plunger) on each hand cup until all the vacuum pads disengage completely from the load.
W
HEN THE
L
IFTER IS
N
OT IN
U
SE
Use the hoisting equipment to gently lower the lifter onto a stable support; then detach the
hoisting equipment hook from the lift sling.
CAUTION: Do not set the lifter against any surfaces which could soil or damage the
vacuum pads.
If the lifter is transported to another location, use the original shipping container and secure the
lifter so as to protect the vacuum pads and all other components from damage while in transit.
Storing the Lifter
Use the covers supplied to keep the vacuum pads clean.
!!-CE-!! In accordance with CE Standard EN 13155, the lifter is designed to rest on relatively
horizontal surfaces without tipping over. To store the lifter in this way, set the lifter with the
pads facing downward on a clean, smooth, flat surface.