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5. Inspection
To maintain continuous and satisfactory operation, a regular inspection procedure must be initiated to replace worn or damaged
parts before they become unsafe. Three classes of inspection - DAILY (prior to operation performed by an operator),
FREQUENT and PERIODIC – must be performed by only trained or competent personnel.
5.1. Daily Inspection
Table 5-1 Daily Inspection Methods and Criteria
Item Method Criteria Action
Nameplate,
Warning Tag
Visual Should be affixed properly and
readable.
Replace, however Gear
Case for Nameplate.
Function –
Lifting
Set the select lever to ‘UP’ and make
lifting operation with the load-side chain
pulled slightly.
Moving the lever forward and
backward should make clicking
sounds.
Repair or replace as
necessary.
Function –
Lowering
Set the select lever to ‘DN’ and make
lowering operation with the load-side
chain pulled slightly.
Moving the lever only backward, not
forward, should make clicking sounds.
Repair or replace as
necessary.
Function –
Free Chaining
Set the select lever to ‘N’, and with the
no-load-side chain pulled lightly, turn
the chain knob counterclockwise to
adjust the chain length in free chaining
mode.
The chain should be able to be pulled
in a smooth manner.
The chain knob should be easily
rotated forward and backward.
Apply lubricant to the
contact of the pawl and
cogs through the lever
window as shown in the
following picture, or
replace as necessary.
Item Method Criteria Action
Hooks –
Condition
Visual, Function Should not be deformed.
Should turn smoothly.
Replace
Hooks –
Yoke bolts & nuts
for LX003*
Visual Should not be loose. Replace
Hooks –
Latches
Visual Should not be deformed or scarred. Replace
Load Chain Visual Should be free of severe rust.
Should be coated with lubricant.
Should not be deformed or scarred.
Replace
Clean/Lubricate
Replace
Others Visual Bolts, nuts, split pins, grip or screws
should not be loose or missing.Hoist
should not be scarred or damaged.
Chain stopper link at no-load side should
not be missing or deformed.
Replace.
Note: *Either a riveted or bolted bottom yoke is attached to the hoist for LX003.
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