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1.2. Prohibited Practices
1.2.1. General
Improper usage or negligent maintenance of the hoist may result in dangerous situations arising such as a lifted load
dropping. Before installing, operating or maintaining, read and comply with both this manual for the safety and operation
instructions, and notes for all the equipments.
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Do not modify the product or its accessories.
Do not disassemble the bottom yoke for the hoist with the product code, LX003, as shown in Table 2-1.
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Before moving the load, warn all people in the vicinity.
Do not operate the hoist unless the contents of this operating manual and the warning labels are fully
understood.
1.2.2. Prior to Operation
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This manual is intended for the operator who will use the hoist. Prior to operation, all of the safety and operating
instructions must be fully understood.
Before operating the hoist, secure the workplace as follows:
– Ensure to arrange the workplace to work smoothly.
– Ensure to keep a good view to monitor the operation, otherwise arrange watch personnel.
Before lifting a load, ensure that the hoist is out of the free chaining mode
Be sure to wear the proper clothing and personal protective equipment when using and operating the product.
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Do not use a deformed or scarred hook.
Replace components with new ones authorized by KITO.
Make sure that the nameplate is readable.
Before operation, make sure to perform all inspections given in “5.1 Daily Inspection.”
Use a proper hoist for your purpose, capacity and lift.
Ensure to check that the hook latches are not deformed or scarred, and are moving smoothly.
Ensure to check that the brake and free chaining functions properly work.
Ensure to check that the load chain is well-lubricated.
CAUTION
WARNING
CAUTION
Do not use the hoist to support,
lift or transport people.
Do not go under a lifted load or
its path, and do not move the
Do not lift more than the
rated load.
DANGER
CAUTION