50-Lb. Drywall and Panel Hoist Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.
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Table of Contents Intended Use .......................................................................................................................................... 4 Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 4 Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................... 4 Specific Operation Warnings .......................
Intended Use The Ironton 150-Lb Drywall and Panel Hoist allows one person to lift a drywall panel without assistance. The panel can be raised to a maximum height of 11 feet for attachment to level ceilings-or (with the lift's cradle tilted) to sloped ceilings or side walls. Technical Specifications Property Load Capacity Lift Swivel Wheels Specification 150 lb. 11 ft. 5 in. Important Safety Information ⚠WARNING ⚫ ⚫ ⚫ ⚫ ⚫ ⚫ Read and understand all instructions.
children to handle the product. ⚫ Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes, and other mechanical hazards in your work area. Some of these hazards may be hidden from your view and may cause personal injury and/or property damage if contacted. ⚠WARNING PERSONAL SAFETY ⚫ ⚫ ⚫ ⚫ ⚫ Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the tool. Do not use the tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
Specific Operation Warnings ⚠WARNING ⚫ ⚫ To avoid injury, slide bar lock must be fully engaged if winch assembly is extended. Wear ANSI Z87.1 compliant safety goggles, hard hat, heavy duty gloves, and steel toed boots during setup and use. ⚫ Do not exceed the rated load capacity. ⚫ Do not use to transport people or pets. ⚫ Secure load before raising or lowering load. ⚫ Only use the hoist to raise and lower one panel at a time.
Assembly Instructions Set Up the Tripod Base 1. Set the base on the floor. 2. Press down the slide yoke ring on the inner leg (1). Hold the ring down while swinging the two outer legs (8) forward until the yoke ring snaps into the locking hole on the bottom of the tube. 3. To prevent the tripod base from rolling backward during assembly, lock the casters (9) or lower the backstop down as shown.
Frame Assembly Set the frame assembly onto the two "V" angles on the tripod base. The frame must fit over both "V” shaped flanges. The frame assembly must sit exactly vertically. If the frame sits at an angle then the unit is not tucked into the inner "V” shaped flange. Winch Wheel Set-up 1. Attach the handle (49) to the wheel (36). Tighten the nut and then back it off slightly so the handle (49) turns freely. 2. Move the wheel to the working position: • Check that the casters are locked before beginning.
• When the winch is fully extended away from the frame, release the brake handle (34) and swing the safety hook (22) away so it no longer secures the telescoping sections inside the frame housing (10). Attach the Cradle to the Frame Assembly 1. Insert the cradle's mounting pin (13) into the opening on top of the frame assembly. 2. Attach the crossarms (42) to the cradle beam (41). Slide the tapered plates on the crossarms (42) into the tapered sockets on the cradle beam (41).
3. Press each crossarm (42) forward into the socket until the spring tab on the bottom of the crossarm (42) snaps into place. Testing the Assembly 1. With assembly completed, check the panel hoist to be sure all fasteners are tight, the wire rope is in place and undamaged, and the hoist is safe to use. 2. Check the tripod base to be sure it is firmly attached to the frame. Be sure the legs are firmly extended and locked in place. 3.
Before Each Use ⚠WARNING ⚫ Inspect the unit carefully for wear or damage. Pay special attention to the cable. ⚫ Be sure the hoist is at working room temperature before operating. ⚫ Be sure the winch brake drum is clean and dry before operating. Operating Instructions ⚠WARNING ⚫ ⚫ To avoid injury, slide bar lock must be fully engaged if winch assembly is extended. Wear ANSI Z87.1 compliant safety goggles, hard hat, heavy duty gloves, and steel toed boots during setup and use.
Extension (46) The extensions on the crossarms extend for supporting a longer drywall panel. For safe use, both extensions should be pulled out the same amount to support the panel equally. To extend, pull out the lock pin with your right hand until you can slide the extension from the end of the cradle beam until it lines up with one of the three holes. Re-insert the lock pin to hold the extension.
Slide Bar Lock (30) The slide bar lock holds the winch assembly at its operating (fully extended) position. Tilt Pin (15) The tilt pin allows the cradle to tilt to adjust the panel as needed for installation on sloped ceilings or walls. To lock the cradle for different angles, slide the tilt pin out of the holes and rotate the cradle to its tilted position. Secure Square Pin (54) Raise the cradle, and then slide the square pin through the inner pin holes above the outer telescoping section.
Attached Pin with Pin Level This is a self-locking device. When lifting a panel, the latch is automatically locked and avoids the sudden fall of the cradle. This is a second insurance against the cradle falling. If the attached pin fails to work, this Secure Square Pin will limit the falling height of the cradle. To raise the cradle, turn the latch handle counter-clockwise and then push the handle to move the latch tongue to the holes of the telescoping section.
Brake Handle (34) A spring-loaded brake holds the cradle at the desired height. Raise it by cranking the winch wheel. To lower the cradle, control the winch’s counter-clockwise rotation by grasping the handle and carefully raising the brake arm to release the brake. Operating Procedures To Load a Drywall Panel: • Lock the casters or lower the backstop down. This will ensure the hoist won't roll backward. • Swing open the panel support hooks on the two crossarms.
• Crank the winch wheel clockwise to raise the panel slightly, then stop, checking that the brake is functioning properly. Slide the secure square pin through the inner pin holes above the telescoping section. • If the brake is functioning properly, resume raising the panel to the desired height. Slide the secure square pin through the inner pin holes above the telescoping section. ⚠CAUTION The wire ropes must be aligned and wound tightly and evenly on the spool to prevent tangling.
Maintenance ⚠WARNING Do not lubricate any part of the winch components. The brake is friction-based and may fail if lubricated. Maintain the hoist by adopting a program of conscientious repair and maintenance in accordance with the following recommended procedures. It is recommended that the general condition of any tool be examined before it is used. Keep your tool in good repair Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. The following chart is based on a normal operation schedule.
Parts Diagram Page 18 of 23
Parts List Reference Part Description Quantity 1 Leg, Inner 1 2 Pull Spring A 1 3 Rivet 6 4 Flat Washer Ø12 8 5 Cotter Pin Ø2.
Reference Part Description Quantity 35 Brake Handle Cover 1 36 Winch Wheel 1 37 Long Bushing 1 38 Bolt M10x150 1 39 Lock Nut M10 1 40 Handle 1 41 Cradle Beam 1 42 Crossarm 2 43 Pin Ø5 2 44 Spring 2 45 Retaining Ring Ø5 2 46 Extension 2 47 End Cap 8 48 Flat Washer Ø12 1 49 Winch Handle 1 50 Bolt M12x115 1 51 R Pin 2 52 Cap 2 53 Lock Spring 2 54 Square Pin 1 55 Partial Post 1 56 Round Tube Cap 1 57 Bolt M10x20 2 58 Nut M12 1 59 U Bolt
Replacement Parts • For replacement parts and technical questions, please call Customer Service at 1-800-222-5381. • Not all product components are available for replacement. The illustrations provided are a convenient reference to the location and position of parts in the assembly sequence. • When ordering parts, the following information will be required: item description, item model number, item serial number/item lot date code, and the replacement part reference number.
Limited Warranty Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or ''Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only (''You'' or ''Your'') that the Ironton product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of one year from date of purchase. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the product is strictly in accordance with product instructions.
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