Safety Precautions - IMI BASICLIFT MAG-MATE Manual De Operación

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Even though a magnet works through non-magnetic bodies such as dirt and non-ferrous
materials in general the best effi ciency of any Lift Magnet is achieved when the poles (the
areas or surfaces of the Lift Magnet which make contact with the load) make complete
contact with the load. It is therefore recommended to:
1. Never stand under load being lifted or lift over any people. Always use extra caution. Only
use on thick material that does not flex or bend.
2. Clear any foreign material from the load and magnet poles before placing the Lift Magnet
on the load. Avoid placing the Lift Magnet on steel that has irregular surface conditions.
3. Occasionally check the surface condition of the magnetic poles to make sure they are flat
and not damaged or corroded during its time in use.
4. Keep the surface of the Lift Magnet and materials clean and free of chips, oil, slag,
welding-beads, dirt, etc. This can be done by wiping the surface of the Lift Magnet off
frequently with a wire brush, or shop rag.
5. Thin or large sheets that sag may cause the sheet to peel off the face of the Lift Magnet.
(See Maximum Working Load Limit and Sheet Length chart)
6. After a period of time the pole faces may become somewhat rounded, reducing the Lift
Magnet's effectiveness. Poles can be resurfaced up to 0.010" to 0.015" maximum.
LIFTING ANGLE AND EFFECTS OF UNBALANCED LOADS
Maximum Working Load Limit is achieved when the direction of force is perpendicular
(90°) to the metal surface. Sudden or excessive shear, slide, friction, and peeling forces
associated with movement or impact will cause a Lift Magnet to fail prematurely when a
conveyed load is not balanced or tipped at an angle.
CAM INSTALLATION AND HANDLE OPERATION
HANDLE/CAM RELEASE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Magnet
Housing
Washer
Push Nut
Handle /Cam Release
Washer
ANNUAL BREAKAWAY CERTIFICATION TESTING
An annual Breakaway test, performed by an approved testing facility, is recommended to
ensure that your Lift Magnet is performing to its optimal level. Under an "Ideal Condition"
environment, a series of Breakaway tests will determine the current "de-rated" Working
Load Limit of your magnet. This Working Load Limit must meet or exceed the value
stated on your Lift Magnet. If the stated Working Load Limit is met, the Lift Magnet can
be returned to use and scheduled for another Breakaway test in one year. The outcome
of the test allows the operator/owner of the Lift Magnet to know that the Lift Magnet meets
the lift standards as designed by the manufacturer.
If the stated Working Load Limit is not met, the Lift Magnet can possibly be machined to
bring all magnet face poles back to a smooth, level condition. If that does not bring the Lift
Magnet back to the manufacture's original Working Load Limit, the Lift Magnet should be
removed from operation and replaced with another magnet.
COMMENTS, CONCERNS OR WARRANTY INFORMATION
We believe Industrial Magnetics, Inc. offers the fi nest line of Lift Magnets available today. Great pride has gone into the design and manufacture of this unit. Any comments, concerns or
warranty questions should be directed to our Customer Service Department at 1-888-582-0822. We appreciate the opportunity to serve you!
1385 S M 75 • Boyne City, Michigan 49712 • Phone: (231) 582-3100 • Fax: (231) 582-2704 • www.magnetics.com • imi@magnetics.com
888-582-0823
1. Place Magnet on a non-ferrous work surface.
2. Insert the handle/cam release into the magnet housing
(left side) with the cam release handle located on the left
and angled toward the lift lug (as shown in the diagram).
3. Insert the supplied washer onto the end of the handle/
cam release opposite the handle side (onto the right
side). The washer should be located between the cam
and the magnet housing.
Left Side
4. Insert and slide the handle/cam release into the opening
Magnet
Housing
onto the right side of the magnet housing and then lay
the magnet on its left side so that washer is pressed
against the cam and magnet housing. Use caution
when placing/using steel item or tools near the
exposed magnet face.
5. Place a Push Nut onto the end of the handle/cam release
Right Side
by using the plastic tube tool (not shown) and a hammer/
Push Nut
• Perform a magnet/load balance test lift by raising the load off the ground by 2"-3" only.
• Reposition the Lift Magnet until the load is level.
• Never lift a load at an angle in excess of 5 degrees from horizontal
MATERIAL SURFACE
Lifting ferrous items using a magnet requires a good look at the length, width and thickness
of the item. Thin metals do not absorb as many of the magnetic fl ux lines (magnetic energy)
as thicker metals. Thin metals also fl ex, causing the steel to peel-off the Lift Magnet. Equally
important is the physical size, fl atness, surface conditions and type of steel. The charts
below illustrate how surface fi nish and Carbon content effect the Working Load Limit.
PERCENTAGE OF STATED LIFTING
POWER BY MATERIAL
LOW CARBON 0.05 - 0.29%
MODERATE CARBON 0.30 - 0.59%
HIGH CARBON 0.60 - 0.99%
HIGHER CARBON = HIGHER RESIDUAL*
* HIGH CARBON STEEL (TOOL STEEL) WILL ABSORB MAGNETISM & MAY MAGNETICALLY STICK TO STEEL
SURFACE, SUCH AS THE LIFT MAGNET OR ATTRACT FERROUS PARTICLES.
MAXIMUM WORKING LOAD LIMIT (WLL) IN LBS (KG) & SHEET LENGTH (FEET) FOR MATERIAL THICKNESS**
Model No. 3/16" (6' LN) 1/4" (6' LN)
BL0400 375 (170) 400 (181)
BL1000 725 (328) 800 (362)
BL1500 875 (396) 1000 (453)
**NOTE: These values are based on "Ideal Conditions" and are selected due to the sag characteristics of the specifi ed
sheet. It is recommended to use 2 or more lifts on a spreader bar when lifting sheets over 8 feet to prevent sheet fl exing,
sagging or peel-off. Thin material is susceptible to magnetic bleed through, resulting in two sheets being lifted at once.
The item to be lifted must cover the entire length and width of the magnetic poles to properly engage and release.
6. Flip magnet over to its right side and repeat Step five.
HANDLE/CAM RELEASE OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Pull and hold the handle/cam release in the downward/
horizontal release position while lowering the magnet onto
the load. This will help prevent sudden attraction of the Lift
Magnet to the steel and allow for more precise positioning
of the magnet. When the magnet is in the desired position,
slowly raise the handle/cam release into the vertical position
to engage the magnet to the steel.
Release the load by moving the cam release handle down to
break the back corners of the lift free from the load. Use of a
pry bar under the front fl ange may be necessary to release the
magnet if the cam release device was accidentally positioned
off the edge of the load.
A BREAKAWAY TEST CERTIFICATE, given at the conclusion of the testing, gives the
operator/owner documentation of the Lift Magnet's performance.
SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MAGNET CALIBRATION
Note: Customer is responsible for shipping to and from Industrial Magnetics, Inc., and any
authorized repairs to the Lift Magnet. Please contact our customer service department at
(888) 582-0822 to obtain your Customer Supplied Material (CSM) number. At this time,
you will be required to supply a P.O.# for the test procedure described under "Calibration".
Current fees for this procedure can be obtained by contacting the number listed above.
Include your contact information and shipping address with your Lift Magnet and send to:
Industrial Magnetics, Inc.
1385 S M 75, Boyne City, MI 49712
CSM#__________, Attn: Quality Assurance, Calibration
888-582-0822
PERCENTAGE OF STATED LIFTING POWER
BY SURFACE FINISH
100% GROUND SURFACE
85% ROUGH MACHINED
75% FOUNDRY FINISH
ROUGH CAST
3/8" (8' LN) 1/2" (8' LN)
400 (181) 400 (181)
875 (396) 975 (442)
1400 (635) 1400 (635)
mallet to gently tap the Push Nut into position against the
magnet housing.
888-582-0821
5°
100%
100%
85%
65%
1+" (10' LN)
400 lbs
1000 lbs
1500 lbs
900296.A (03/15)