Prowinch PWA - During Operation Safety; Inspection, Maintenance & Repairs

Version 1.0
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Safety Precautions
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1.3. During Operation:
1.4. Inspection, Maintenance and Repairs:
ALWAYS:
• Refer to the maximum load capacity displayed on the ID
plate attached to the hoist, not the capacity of the hook.
• Stop operation immediately if unauthorized personnel enter
the working area.
• Check the working condition of hoist: If the motor gets too
hot stop the hoist and let it cool down for a while.
• Stop, check, and secure the load if hoist stops or loses move-
ment during operation.
• Focus on the operation. Pay attention at all times and keep
proper balance.
• Unplug the hoist after operation.
NEVER:
• Never exceed the maximum load capacity of the hoist.
• Never operate a damaged or malfunctioning hoist.
• Never operate the hoist if it shows an abnormal behavior.
• Never lift, support, or transport people or loads over people.
• Never Walk or step on the wire rope.
• Never operate the electric wire rope hoist with twisted,
kinked, damaged or worn load wire rope.
• Never use the load wire rope as a sling around load.
• Never operate a hoist if the ID plate or safety labels are
missing or illegible.
• Never operate an electric hoist if exposed to rain or water.
• Never use if operator is sick or not completely attentive.
• Never leave the hoist unattended while energized or loaded.
• Never operate the hoist with non-centered load.
• Never operate beyond the limits of the load wire rope or
extend wire rope.
• Never use the load wire rope or hook as an electrical or
welding ground.
• Never remove the labels placed on the electric wire rope
hoist.
• Never use the hoist to lift load at an angle, nor pull or drag
load
ALWAYS:
• Check the good condition of electrical connections.
• Check the wire rope and keep it lubricated.
• Prevent others from stepping under lifted load.
• Inspect and maintain the hoist regularly.
• Verify the correct installation of hoist before using.
• Avoid contact with explosive gases or materials.
NEVER:
• Never overload the hoist.
• Never transport people or animals with the hoist.
• Never stand under suspended load.
• Never use the hoist if exposed to rain, snow, or electrical
storm.
• Never leave loads suspended for an extended period of
time. This may cause component deformation and accidents.
• Never exceed the allowable operating temperatures stated
in this User Manual (diers depending on the model).
• Never expose the hoist to water, sand, corrosive
environment or other substances which may damage the
equipment.
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• Only trained and authorized personnel may perform repairs to the equipment.
• Use only original ProWinch® parts. The use of any other part immediately voids the warranty.
• Failure to use only original ProWinch® parts may create a dangerous condition for the operator.
DO NOT STAND UNDER
THE LOAD
DANGER
PWDA003-V1.0