- Lift gently to allow lifting force to be applied; check whether the clamp is slipping.
- If the load is slipping, read this Chapter 5 - Lifting again.
- If the load continues to slip, refer to Chapter 6 - Maintenance.
- Make sure that the load is in a stable position before loosening the clamp from the plate.
6. MAINTENANCE
Check the general condition of the clamp at least once a month, see also Chapter 7 - Di-
sassembling/Assembling.
Stop using the clamp if:
- the body is split or deformed, in particular in way of the corners of the jaws,
- the lifting shackle and/or connecting piece or MP fork (if applicable) are visibly deformed,
- the cam and/or pivot teeth are no longer sharp,
- the spring has become stretched or broken,
- the lever locking mechanism has become inefficient or has ceased to work,
- the shackle pins are visibly deformed
- any retaining pins are missing,
- the keyway groove is dirty,
- the marking on the clamp is no longer legible.
Depending on the defects/malfunctions noted:
- disassemble and clean the clamp (see Chapter 7 - Disassembling/Assembling or have the
clamp overhauled by REMA Holland BV or another recognized mechanical repair center (see
Chapter 8 - Overhauling).
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