Use Lifter - TAWI VM30 User Manual

Use lifter

Review and perform relevant inspections. See
6 Service & maintenance on page 19. The filter
has a control valve to reduce the lifting speed
when handling light loads, see Install filter unit and
air tubes on page 7.
1. Move the lift tube so that it can be placed
directly over the load.
2. Lower the suction foot towards the load by
pressing the operating handle downwards.
3. Allow the suction foot to grip the load.
4. Lift the load by pulling the operating handle
upwards (a).
5. Move the load to required position and lower
it by pressing the operating handle down (b).
6. Release the suction foot from the load,
a. by pressing the operating handle right to
the bottom and braking the seal (c), or
b. If a release valve is used (option-
al accessory; compatible with
model VM0/40/50/180/270 and
VM60/80/100/20 with flex handles): by
pressing the operating handle right to
the bottom and pulling the release valve
handle at the same time (d).
• Only run the lifter when it is completely assembled.
• Maintenance instructions must be followed.
• Service record must be accessible for inspection.
• Use only original TAWI parts.
• The top swivel joint includes a safety valve. The valve automatically closes if the power fails and
the load sinks to the floor in a controlled manner. Let go of the handle and move away from the
lifter.
• Check the lifter for safe functionality prior to each use, for instructions, see 6 Service & mainte-
nance on page 19.
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b
c
d