Incorrect Operation - Columbus McKinnon TIGRIP TBL Serie Instrucciones De Servicio

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INTRODUCTION
Products of CMCO Industrial Products GmbH
have been built in accordance with the state-
of-the-art and generally accepted engineering
standards. Nonetheless, incorrect handling
when using the products may cause dangers
to life and limb of the user or third parties
and/or damage to the hoist or other property.
The operating company is responsible for
the proper and professional instruction of
the operating personnel. For this purpose, all
operators must read these operating instruc-
tions carefully prior to the initial operation.
These operating instructions are intended to
acquaint the user with the product and enable
him to use it to the full extent of its intended
capabilities. The operating instructions contain
important information on how to operate the
product in a safe, correct and economic way.
Acting in accordance with these instructions
helps to avoid dangers, reduce repair costs
and downtimes and to increase the reliability
and lifetime of the product. The operating
instructions must always be available at the
place where the product is operated. Apart
from the operating instructions and the
accident prevention act valid for the respec-
tive country and area where the product is
used, the commonly accepted regulations
for safe and professional work must also be
adhered to.
The personnel responsible for operation,
maintenance or repair of the product must
read, understand and follow these operating
instructions.
The indicated protective measures will only
provide the necessary safety, if the product
is operated correctly and installed and/or
maintained according to the instructions. The
operating company is committed to ensure
safe and trouble-free operation of the product.
CORRECT OPERATION
- The load lifting attachment is used for trans-
porting individual upright sheet metal and
steel plates within the jaw capacity indicated
on the identity plate (Tab. 1) and for rotating
the load through up to 180°.
Any different or exceeding use is
considered incorrect. Columbus
McKinnon Industrial Products GmbH
will not accept any liability for dam-
age resulting from such use. The risk
is borne by the user resp. operating
company alone.
- The load lifting attachment is suitable for all
loads of steel that can be fully entered into
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the mouth of the clamp and have a surface
hardness of up to max. HRC 30.
- The load capacity indicated on the unit is the
maximum working load limit (WLL) that may
be attached.
- The min. load is 10% of the specifi ed capaci-
ty, as otherwise the clamping force required
for safe transport will not be reached.
- Do not allow personnel to stay or pass under
a suspended load.
- A lifted or clamped load must not be left
unattended or remain lifted or clamped for
a longer period of time.
- The operator may start moving the load only
after it has been attached correctly and all
persons are clear of the danger zone.
- When suspending the load lifting attach-
ment, the operator must ensure that neither
the load lifting attachment, the suspension
(e.g. hook, shackle, etc.) nor the load pose
a danger to himself or other personnel.
- Prior to operation of the load lifting attach-
ment in special atmospheres (high humidity,
salty, caustic, alkaline) or handling hazard-
ous goods (e.g. molten compounds, radioac-
tive materials) consult the manufacturer for
advice.
- The load lifting attachment may be used at
ambient temperatures between –40° C and
+100° C. Consult the manufacturer in the
case of extreme working conditions.
- If longer sheets of metal or profi les are to be
transported, we recommend that two load
lifting attachments in combination with a
spreader beam be used to prevent load sway
and lateral tensile forces.
- Always transport the load slowly, carefully
and close to the ground.
- Make sure that when depositing the load, the
crane hook does not press against the load
lifting attachment. The weight of the crane
hook could lead to opening of the load lifting
attachment.
- Only use crane hooks with a safety latch.
- The suspension eye of the load lifting attach-
ment must have suffi cient space in the crane
hook and be freely articulating.
- In the case of malfunctions, stop using the
load lifting attachment immediately.

INCORRECT OPERATION

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- Do not exceed the rated load capacity (WLL)
of the unit.
- Only loads within the specifi ed jaw capacity
must be picked up.
- The load weight must not be less than 10%
of the specifi ed capacity, as otherwise the
clamping force required for safe transport
will not be reached.
- Any modifi cations of the load lifting attach-
ment are prohibited.
- It is forbidden to use the load lifting attach-
ment for the transportation of persons.
- When transporting loads ensure that the load
does not swing (Fig. 1) or come into contact
with other objects.
- Only one sheet metal plate may be trans-
ported at a time with the load lifting attach-
ment (Fig. 2).
- It is forbidden to apply tensile forces acting
at right angles to the slewing level of the
suspension eye to the load lifting attachment
(Fig. 3).
- Always insert the load fully into the mouth
of the clamp up to the stop (Fig. 4).
- Do not use the latching lever for attaching
and lifting loads.
- Do not allow the load lifting attachment to
fall from a large height.
- The unit must not be used in potentially
explosive atmospheres.
INSPECTION BEFORE INITIAL
OPERATION
According to national and international acci-
dent prevention and safety regulations hoisting
equipment must be inspected:
• in accordance with the risk assessment of
the operating company,
• prior to initial operation,
• before the unit is put into service again
following a shut down,
• after substantial changes,
• however, at least once per year, by a
competent person.
ATTENTION: Actual operating conditions
(e.g. operation in galvanizing facilities) can
dictate shorter inspection intervals.
Repair work may only be carried out by a spe-
cialist workshop that uses original Yale spare
parts. The inspection (mainly consisting of a
visual inspection and a function check) must
determine that all safety devices are complete
and fully operational and cover the condition
of the unit, suspension, equipment and sup-
porting structure with regard to damage, wear,
corrosion or any other alterations.
Initial operation and recurring inspections
must be documented (e.g. in the CMCO works
certifi cate of compliance).
If required by the Industrial Employers' Mutual
Insurance Association, the results of inspec-
tions and appropriate repairs must be verifi ed.
If the hoist (from 1 t lifting weight) is fi tted on
or in a trolley or if the hoist is used to move
a lifted load in one or several directions, the
installation is considered to be a crane and
the inspections in accordance with BGV D6
regulations for cranes must be carried out.