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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Always understand the operation of the Lever Block before putting it to use
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Always ensure you are working within the required guidelines of Occupational Health and
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Safety regulations relevant to the task being undertaken
Never use a Lever Block to lift a load greater than its rated capacity
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Always check for personnel within the work area and DO NOT use Lever Blocks to
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suspend loads over people
Never use Lever Blocks for lifting or transporting people under any circumstances
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Never use the load chain of a Lever Block to wrap around the load
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Never operate a Lever Block with kinked or twisted load chain
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Always keep control of the load and do not allow it to swing excessively
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Avoid shock loading the Lever Block as it may seriously damage the operating system. If
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this occurs, remove the device from use
Always ensure any slings or rigging gear being used are connected into the hooks,
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ensuring safety latches are engaged in the closed position
Check for fixed obstructions which may catch the load during the lifting operation
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Lever Blocks are designed for manual use only and must not be converted for power
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operation in any way
Never modify your Lever Block from its designed configuration in any way
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Ensure only the original manufacturer's spare parts are used in the repair of any Lever
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Block
Replace any load chain with original manufacturer's specified chain only
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Galvanising or plating of load chain or load bearing parts is strictly forbidden without the
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express approval of the supplier
Never replace a worn load chain without having the Lever Block fully inspected by a
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competent person
Pacific Hoists Pty Ltd
www.pacifichoists.com.au
Australia: +61 2 8825 6900
New Zealand: +64 9263 5566
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