Incorrect Operation; Inspection Before Initial Operation - Columbus McKinnon TIGRIP TSB 0,35/65 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 with sensitive or extremely hard
surfaces such as aluminium or stainless
steel as well as wooden plates and chip-
boards within the jaw capacity indicated on
the identity plate (Tab. 1). It is also suitable
for rotating the loads through up to 180°.
- Any diff erent or exceeding use is con-
sidered incorrect. Columbus McKinnon
Industrial Products GmbH will not accept
any liability for damage resulting from
such use. The risk is borne by the user
or operating company alone.
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- The load lifting attachment is suitable for all
loads which withstand the forces introduced
via the load lifting attachment, which have a
suffi cient surface roughness and which can
be fully entered into the mouth of the clamp.
- The load capacity indicated on the unit is the
maximum working load limit (WLL) that may
be attached.
- The min. load is indicated on the side of
the unit. It must always be complied with,
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 –20 °C
and +60 °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.
- The round section steel chain allows side
pull at an angle of up to 30° (Fig. 3).
- 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 must never be less than the min.
load, as otherwise the clamping force re-
quired 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 load may be transported at a time
with the load lifting attachment (Fig. 2).
- Always insert the load fully into the mouth
of the clamp (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 ac-
cident prevention and safety regulations load
lifting attachments 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
specialist workshop that uses original TIGRIP
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 supporting structure with regard to dam-
age, 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, the results of inspections and ap-
propriate repairs must be verifi ed.
Paint damage should be touched up in
order to avoid corrosion. All joints and sliding
surfaces should be slightly lubricated. In the
case of heavy contamination, the unit must
be cleaned.
INSPECTIONS BEFORE STARTING WORK
- Ensure that the surface of the load, in the
location where the load lifting attachment is
applied, is free from grease, paint, contami-
nation and scale and is not coated, so that
the protective lining can make good contact
with the surface of the load.