Disconnect power and discharge the capacitor on single phase units before inspecting hoists. Do not use hoist to lift, support, or transport people. Not lift loads over people and make sure all personnel remain clear of supported load. This manual identifies the basic hazards in rigging and hoisting, explains the safeguards. Notice overhead crane safety and inspection requirements. Check to ensure that hoists are not tagged, out of service. Not use hoist with twisted, kinked, damaged, or worn load chain. Expose a chain block directly to the elements, water spray, steam etc without consulting the supplier.
Crane institute of america, llc is the nations leading provider of training services to the lifting industry. Columbus mckinnon coffing jlc electric chain hoist operating, maintenance and parts instruction manual keywords. Crane institutes programs are excellent for trainees or as a refresher for experienced. User manual ple30 direct controlled hoist system description prolyte has designed a range of controllers that can be used in conjunction with the prolyft chain hoist, but also with most other types of direct controlled chain hoists, provided they will fit the electrical limits of this equipment. Download template electric chain hoist inspection checklist.
Inspectors must perform all of the daily tests to ensure correct operation. Record your hoist s code, lot and serial number see section 9 on the front cover of this manual for identification and future reference to avoid referring to the wrong manual for information or instructions on installation, operation, inspection, maintenance, or parts. Not use the hoist to lift, support, or transport people. Manual chain inspecting, maintaining and operating this hoist. The hoist is designed to lift and lower loads up to rated capacity with minimal hand chain effort.
Chain hoists are used for vertical lifting of loads from a stationary position. The following signal words and signs are used in this manual to highlight hazardous situations. Read the hoist users manual for the specific requirements of your equipment. Over the years the act has been revised to meet the changing requirements of ontarios. This hoist inspection checklist template makes hoist inspections quick, easy and organised for everyone.
Whatever method of suspension is chosen, the support components. Specification for lift and hoisting equipment inspection and. The products of its member companies include hand chain hoists, ratchet lever hoists, trolleys, air chain and air rope hoists, and electric chain and electric wire rope hoists. Founded in 1956, the hoist manufacturers institute hmi, an affiliate of material handling industry, is a trade association of manufacturers of overhead handling hoists. Do not attempt to operate hoist with other than the manual power furnished by one person. If a there is a gap between the end of the latch and the hook, then check the hook for elongation. Not attempt to free chain the hoist while load is applied. Maintaining all manuals for cranes and hoists in a central file for reference. Attachment 3 inspection checklist electric chain hoist. Pdf wire rope, chain, and hook monthly inspection form. If chain binds, jumps, or is noisy, check for cleanliness and proper lubrication. Hoist inspection and hoist maintenance tulsa crane werx. Careful inspection should be made to the parts, such as hooks, load chain, braking device, etc.
The evaluation, inspection, and testing may include, but are not limited to visual, dye penetrant, and magnetic particle techniques referenced in asme b30. Most lifting malfunctions are due to violating this principle. Hoist inspection checklist better than word, excel, pdf. Refer to owners manual for any additional inspection items. There are two classes of cranes hoists defined according to rated load capacities. Hoists do an important job for millions of companies around the world, taking care of many of the heavy lifts and manual labour which used to be done by humans and which used to put a lot of stress on workers. Whether you need to lift a load as light as 500 lb.
Twists can arise from the bottom hook being accidentally turned over through the load chains see figure 2. Attachment 2 inspection checklist ratchet chain hoists. Hoist chain check for cracks, nicks, gouges, wear and stretch. Psu crane, hoist and slings safety program january 2012. Instruction manual for model number jlc0232, jlc0516, jlc0532, jlc1016, jlc1032, jlc2016, jlc4008 created date. Do not permit more than one operator to pull a single hand chain at one time. Form mhd56012 parts, operation and maintenance manual for. Read and understand this manual before using the hoist. Do not use undue force if hand chain fails to move. Do not operate the hoist if it is functioning improperly or if damage is noted. If problem persists, inspect chain for wear and stretch, worn sprocket or chain guide.
Facilities crane maintenance supervisor facilities crane maintenance personnel. Inspection checklists annual crane institute of america. Parts, operation and maintenance manual for manual chain. Do not operate a hoist unless load chain feeds through hoist and hook block smoothly and without. Manually lever operated hoist and hoist maintenance. Disassembly and reassembly involves removal and reinstallation of the yoke fasteners of the inspection hook set assembly followed by testing of the hoist prior to returning it to service. Replace the load chain with a longer one without consulting the supplier. Operators must perform a preuse inspection once per shift for the items listed below. During an inspection, the following checkpoints for manually operated chain hoists are vital to ensuring proper operation. Chain hoist do not exceed the rated capacity of chain blocks. Hand chain hoist 12 20 tons manual prior to installation check for damage during shipment. Always operate, inspect and maintain this hoist in accordance with american society of. Army type hoists help you maneuver heavy loads in tight spaces. All inquiries concerning this hoist inspection and hoist maintenance personnel manual should be directed in writing to the chairman of the hmi engineering committee, co hoist manufacturers insti tute, 8720 red oak boulevard, suite 201, charlotte, north carolina 282173992.
Electric chain inspecting, maintaining and operating this hoist. Preventive all cranes, hoists, and miscellaneous lifting devices. Make sure wire rope is properly seated in drum grooves. Oil leakage check for any sign of oil leakage on the crane and on the floor beneath the crane. The electric chain hoist andor trolley must be inspected prior t. The hoist may lift and hold a load more than the rated load check that the structure for mounting the chain hoist has sufficient strength. If transferring a load to a chain hoist, the chain hoist must be used to lift the load from the previous stationary environment. Inspection hooks are available in top and bottom versions. Any equipment found to be unsatisfactory must be removed from service.
The first step in finding any abnormalities in the equipment is a visual inspection, which should be a part of a hoist owners daily operation. The use of any hoist presents some risk of personal injury or property damage. Basic safety rules apply to all three types of chance link chain, roller chain and nylon strap hoists. Operators and maintenance personnel can use this electric chain hoist inspection checklist on a monthly basis to ensure good working condition. Hoist operators manual hoist inspection and hoist maintenance personnel manual it is a responsibility of the owneruser to install, inspect, test, maintain, and operate a manually lever operated hoist in accordance with the asme b30. After use, or when in a nonoperational mode, hoist.
If trouble continues inspect the chain and mating parts for wear, distortion, or other damage. After the inspection, lubricate the chain with a light coat of. The chain hoist can only be put into operation when it is in good condition. Before lifting, inspect the hooks to see whether they are securely attached. Not attempt to lengthen the load chain or repair damaged load chain. Wire rope check for broken wires, broken strands, kinks, and any deformation or damage to the rope structure. For the hoist user, longterm dependable performance is easy to obtain by following simple work guidelines and exercising proper maintenance.
Manual chain hoists can be mounted to the suspension shaft of a trolley or a permanent mounting structure. Important issues to remember during installation, operation, maintenance, and inspection are provided at the hoist control stations, at various locations on the hoist, in this manual, and in the loadmate electric chain hoist operators manual. Daily operator inspection requirements limit switches check that the upper limit device stops lifting motions of the hoist load block before striking any part of the hoist or crane. Not lift loads over people and make sure all personnel remain clear of the supported load. If the chain hoist has not been used for an extended period of time, check for. Our fiveacre facility near orlando, florida accommodates handson training for mobile cranes, boom trucks, and rigging. Lubricate the load chain along the whole length with machine oil see figure 1 examine the load chain to ensure that there are no twists. Attachment 3 inspection checklist electric chain hoist inspect. The load chain on chain hoists is casehardened to reduce surface wear and is unsuitable for any other use. Observe the action of load chain feeding through hoist. Shall this word indicates that the requirement is mandatory and must be. Check and verify that structure or other equipment that will support the hand chain hoist has a rated load capacity equal to. Check that the chain is in the upper and lower sprockets and in the chain guide.
Do not exert more than the hand chain pull to lift rated load by one opera. Load chain will stretch 3% before failing, whereas grade 8 alloy chain will stretch at least 15%. The hoist is designed for manual operation by one person. Place claim with carrier if any damage is discovered. Allow oil or grease to come into contact with the brake.
The inspection hook is available for cf 005 through cf015 hoists. Support for the hoist may be hook, clevis pin, trolley, or beam clamp. Wire rope, chain, and hook monthly inspection form. Top hook extender can be acquired upon request with latch lock, inspection or ship yard type hooks. Do not allow your attention to be diverted from operating the hoist. Load chain reeving for compliance with hoist manufacturers recommendation. When the safety link opens or deforms, stop at once and inspect for the. Shop a large selection of manual chain hoists at grainger. Maintenance personnel manual, and the manually lever operated hoist operators manual. Before using the chain hoist with a trolley, read the instruction manual of the trolley carefully and. Operating instructions and parts manual l100 series hand. Hoist daily inspection checklist liftit manufacturing. The extender chain is the same size and grade harrington chain as is used on the hoist. To determine your basic hoist configuration, refer to capacity and lot number label located on gear end cover for model number information.
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