Manual Lever 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 Strongway Manual Lever Hoist is a portable lifting device easily operated with a hand chain. It’s suitable for use in garages, workshops, and warehouses for loading and unloading goods. It is advantageous for lifting work in open air grounds and places where a power supply is not available. Technical Specifications Model Rated Capacity (lb.) Lift Height (ft.) Head Room (in.) Load Chain Dia.
may put you dangerously close to cutting tools and rotating parts. Do not use the product where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion; e.g., in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. The product can create sparks, which may ignite the flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Do not allow the product to come into contact with an electrical source. The tool is not insulated and contact will cause electrical shock.
before using. Disconnect the power/air supply from the product and place the switch in the locked or off position before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally. Store the product when it is not in use. Store it in a dry, secure place out of the reach of children. Inspect the tool for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use.
Before operating, make sure that the hoist is not in the free chain mode and always check that the selector is placed in the proper position. DO NOT touch or operate the hoist’s free knob while a load is applied to the hoist. Inspect for damaged parts before use. Do not use if damaged. Examine each chain link for damage or weak links before use. Do not operate a hoist with twisted, kinked or damaged chain.
Figure 2 Correct and incorrect hook attachment The hoist may be used either in a vertical position as a hoist or in an angled or horizontal position as a puller. Below is the general procedure for operating the hoist: 1. Set the top hook securely. 2. Correctly center the load on the bottom hook. Incorrect loading is dangerous to the operator, the lever hoist, and the load. 3. Place the selector switch on the handle in the center neutral position. This will allow the freewheel mode.
Maintenance Maintain the product 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 Parts List Reference 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Part Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Part Description Capacity Nameplate Castle Nut Split Pin Hand Wheel Hex Cap Screw Spring Washer Rubber Grip Lever Handle Assembly Change Over Spring Spring Shaft Change Over Gear Brake Cover Assembly Friction Disc Ratchet Disc Page 10 of 13 Quantity 1 1 1 1 3 3 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1
Reference 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 Part Number 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 Part Description Twisting Spring Brake Seat Snap Ring Pawl Pawl Spring Lever Handle Side Plate Assembly Load Sprocket Roller Pin Drive Shaft Stripper Chain Guide Plate Gear Side Plate Assembly Load Gear Snap Ring Spur Gear Assembly Gear Cover Assembly Lock Nut Top Hoo
Limited Warranty Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or "Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only ("You'' or "Your") that the Strongway 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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