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PLATE CLAMPS Horizontal Plate Clamp Universal Plate Clamp INSTRUCTION MANUAL Imported exclusively for the Global Lifting Group by Pacific Hoists Pty. Ltd. & Pacific Hoists Ltd.
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It is important that this manual be kept in a safe place where any operator of the Global Plate Clamp can refer to it and understand the operating principles of this device. All users of this Global Plate Clamp should read this manual in full and understand the safe operating principles of the device.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINE THE CARE AND SAFE USE OF UNIVERSAL AND HORIZONTAL PLATE CLAMPS AND ARE BASED ON SECTION 22 OF THE LEEA CODE OF PRACTICE FOR THE SAFE USE OF LIFTING EQUIPMENT. This information is of a general nature; only covering the main points for the safe use of plate clamps.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.) USING THE UNIVERSAL PLATE CLAMP SAFELY Some designs of clamp, particularly clamp as this might cause the clamp to ■ those with a moving cam action jaw be released. where the initial grip is provided by Position the clamp correctly. Place ■...
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.) USING THE HORIZONTAL PLATE CLAMP SAFELY Always use horizontal plate clamps in tendency to bend use two or more pairs ■ pairs with the correct type, size and of clamps in conjunction with a spreader length sling and reeved in the manner for beam, equally disposed about the centre which they are designed.
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE IN-SERVICE INSPECTION Regularly inspect the plate clamp. If any of the following defects are found, refer to a Competent Person: Wear, damage or distortion to fixed and Damaged, bent or unsatisfactory action ■ ■ moving jaws. locking lever. Frame opening out or cracked.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Commence to open the plate clamp by The lifting application can begin. ■ ■ pulling the latch lever towards the jaw After the lifting application is completed, ■ Continue to place the plate clamp make sure the clamp is fully free of load ■...
SERIAL NO: DATE NOTES AUTH SIGNATURE Imported exclusively for the Global Lifting Group by Pacific Hoists Pty. Ltd. For further information in relation to this product, please contact the branch where the product was purchased. HEAD OFFICE 24 Foundry Road, Seven Hills NSW 2147 National Sales &...