Introduction; Correct Operation - Yale TIGRIP BTG 1,5/120 Manual De Instrucciones

I
NTRODUCTION
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 personnel must have been instructed before starting work. For this purpose, all
operators must read these operating instructions 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 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 respective 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.
C O
ORRECT PERATION
The concrete pipe lifting gear is used for safe and non-marring transport of single, horizontal
culverts and concrete pipes to DIN 4034 within the jaw capacity indicated on the identity plate.
The handles incorporated in the unit ensure easy and simple attachment of the clamps to and
removal from the load.
Any different or exceeding use is considered incorrect. Columbus McKinnon Industrial
Products GmbH will not accept any liability for damage resulting from such use. The risk is
borne by the user/operating company alone.
The load lifting attachment is suitable for all culverts and concrete pipes that can be fully
entered into the mouth of the clamp and which provide sufficient pressure surfaces for the
clamping jaws. An even load distribution must be ensured and the max. load capacity of the
individual clamps must be observed.
The load capacity indicated on the unit is the maximum working load limit (WLL) that may be
attached.
Inclination angle β of the attached chains of the load lifting attachment must be between 10°
and 45°.
min. 10°
max. 45°
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min. 10°
max. 45°
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