Product Manual

 Excessive wear of chain drive sprockets and excessive chain stretch.

 Electrical apparatus, for signs of pitting or any deterioration of controller contactors, limit

switches and pushbutton stations.

Cranes not in regular use: for each of the 3 bullet points below, in addition to the crane

inspection all rope

which has been idle for a period of a month or more due to shutdown or

storage of a crane on which it is installed must be given a thorough inspection before it is used.

An appointed person, whose approval is required before the rope may be used, must inspect the

rope for all types of deterioration. A certification record must be available for inspection. The

record must include at least the date of inspection, the signature of the person who performed the

inspection and an identifier for the rope inspected.

 A crane which has been idle for a period of 1 month or more, but less than 6 months, shall

undergo a “Frequent inspection” before being returned to service.

 A crane which has been idle for a period of over 6 months shall be given a “Complete

inspection” before placing in service.

 Standby cranes shall be given a “Frequent inspection” at least semi-annually (twice per year;

1 inspection each 6 months).

Product Markings and Labels

NOTE: Periodically inspect the labels affixed to the product. Clean the labels as necessary to maintain legibility

from a reasonable viewing distance. Contact the manufacturer for replacement labels.

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