The latch locks which are attached to the fastening hook and the load hook
3
must always be closed during operation.
4
The maximum height of the anchor point must not be higher than 3.5 m.
Lifting the load (Fig. 5)
On the front side of the chain block there is an engraved arrow pointing upwards,
labelled "U". Pull the hand chain (2) on this side of the chain block in order to
lift the load. (Fig. 5/B)
Lowering the load (Fig. 5)
On the front side of the chain block there is an engraved arrow pointing down-
wards, labelled "D". Pull the hand chain (2) on this side of the chain block in or-
der to lower the load. (Fig. 5/A)
m Attention
The braking system can become dangerously hot in exceptional cases (continu-
ous and fast lowering). In these cases it is necessary to lower the load slowly
and intermittently.
9. Cleaning and maintenance
• In order to achieve the longest possible operating efficiency and reliability of
the chain hoist, remove dirt regularly from your chain hoist, grease the relevant
parts thoroughly after use and store the hoist in a dry place.
• Do not carry out any technical alterations or repairs to the chain hoist; have
these carried out by an expert instead.
• The chain hoist must be regularly examined for damage.
• The working order of the chain hoist is to be checked regularly.
Perform any servicing work after using and before storing
the equipment:
Clean the chain block thoroughly.
Lubricate the chain block properly at all times.
Lubricate the load hook chain and joint with oil.
Special attention must be paid to servicing when installing the chain block out-
doors.
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