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Aer the chain set (as explained in chapter 4.7) has been aached to the devices, spreaders
and combo devices can also be used for pulling.
For this, the chains must be ghtly tensioned and must be tensed only in the pulling direcon.
To tension the chain, only one lock can be pressed in, so that the chain can be pulled through
the bracket.
If the range of movement is insucient, tension chains or other means must be used so that
the appliance can be reopened and the chain tensioned again.
ATTENTION!
Store the pulling chains with chain locks installed approx. 10 – 20 cm from
the end. Check the chain before every use. Check that the weight does not
stress the p of the hook, but lies in the middle of the hook instead.
» You must not undertake any repairs yourself.
» Never load chains greater than the load capacity indicated.
» Do not shock-load.
» Do not galvanise or paint the chains.
» Do not shorten the chains by knong.
» Do not apply heat to the chains.
» Only use the chains and accessories between temperatures of – 40°C
and +200°C.
» When undertaking maintenance work on the chains, the Accident
Prevenon Regulaons and the requirements of DIN EN 818-7 and
DIN 685-5 must be observed.
» Chains must only be used for lashing. Liing loads is not permied.