R&M Materials Handling Chain Hoist LK05

Warning: This procedure requires trained personnel with PPE!

Hook a load of 1.25 times the nominal load into the hoist

Try to lift the load with slow and fast speed. If the hoist cannot lift the load with fast speed, proceed to the next step

Before proceeding to the next step, make sure to bring the load to floor so that the chain is tensionless (slack). Also turn off the power from the hoist

Loosen the nut to adjust the setting with the screw. Use a key to turn the adjusting screw in the required direction

Hold the screw position with the key. Unscrew the nut to adjust the setting with the screw and tighten the nut to lock the setting when it’s correct

Turn on the power to the hoist. Try to lift the load with slow and fast speed. If the load can be lifted, proceed to the next step. If the load cannot be lifted, turn off the power and repeat the previous step

Check the cleanness and lubrication of chain

Check the operation of slipping clutch

Check the operation of the motors

Sign off on the chain hoist check

Operating environment free of new hazards

Chains free of deformation, damage or twists

Chains clean and correctly lubricated

Load hook free of nicks, gouges, deformation of the throat opening, wear on the saddle or load bearing point, and twisting

All warning signs are in place, in good condition, and can be read easily

Product is not locked or tagged out

Warning: Use only lubricants recommended by the product’s manufacturer. See the lubricant tables for more information

Warning: Use only fresh oils/greases. Different kinds of greases shall not be mixed up

Warning: Information about each chemical’s safe handling, risks and handling as waste are described in the Safety Data Sheet that is available from manufacturer of the lubricant

Note: equipment may have synthetic lubricant as a factory installed lubricant. Please refer to order confirmation

Warning: Handle lubricants carefully. Prevent leakages to waters, sewers, cellars and other closed places

Warning: Keep lubricants away from heat and open fires. Do not smoke

Warning: Avoid contact with skin. Protection gloves and safety goggles shall be worn when handling lubricants. Hands shall be washed thoroughly after lubrication

Warning: Keep lubricants away from food and drink. Do not inhale any fumes or swallow lubricants

Warning: Used lubricant shall be handled as hazardous waste following local legal requirements. Store used lubricant in containers indicated for the purpose and dispose by a licensed company

Check the condition of the fixing of the covers

Check the condition of the rubber pad in the idle end of the chain (inside the chain bag)

Check the condition and readability of the warning etc. stickers

Check the readability of the instructions

Check the validity of the log book

Sign off on the chain hoist inspection