ANSI requires that anchors that form part For fall protection applications see page 7. safe assembly and use. We would remind users REID Lifting will reduce the capacity by half, of a personal fall protection system are capable the trolley moves freely along the beam.
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Only raise and lower loads when castor brakes deflection will be determined by the span length REID Lifting can supply you with our geared are engaged. Suitable, appropriately rated winches and Do not lift or transport loads while personnel...
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Capacity advice, please contact REID Lifting or a qualified Application The load is not allowed to swing. absorber that complies with the relevant national or competent person.
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Fall Protection Applications PORTAGANTRY 11000 When using the product as a fall arrest anchor Ensure the structure on which the product is Always wear appropriate PPE when installing, Warning It is essential for safety that the product is IRATA [International Rope Access ensure there is adequate fall clearance mounted is horizontal.
In order to ensure correct operation, the and REID Lifting Ltd will not accept any vapors or mists or by air and dusts mixtures are applies especially in the case of rust or surface...
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ATEX Notes PORTAGANTRY 11000 Static Electricity Inspection, Maintenance & Repair If using the product in explosive atmospheres, in addition to the Regular Inspection and For Zone 2 applications, there is a potential Special attention should be given to dust deposits Maintenance information above, these additional risk of static electricity build-up leading to on the structure, especially in areas where the...
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Assembly Instructions PORTAGANTRY 11000 The PORTAGANTRY® and its constituent components are described in the image below. Trolley Bolts, Nuts & Beam Washers Adjustable Strut Upright Cheek Plate Stabiliser Leg The PORTAGANTRY® system is delivered flat Gantry Tool Set (supplied as an option): This illustration demonstrates how an A-frame will packed on a pallet and should include: arrive, prior to its assembly.
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Assembly Instructions PORTAGANTRY 11000 Mechanical Aid Assembly Bolt 2 Bolt 1 Spare Bolt The further the trolley away from the A-frame the greater the mechanical advantage. Mechanical Aid Ladder will be required to reach bolt holes. This illustration demonstrates the bolt positions Lay the two A-Frames a beam length apart on a Offer one end of the beam to the rear bolt-hole Move the trolley to the last beam hole on the side...
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Assembly Instructions PORTAGANTRY 11000 Manual Assembly Attach the lifting device to the trolley in Tighten all bolts to 27 Nm (20 ft lbs) or until spring order to avoid having to lift and attach washers are fully depressed. when gantry is fully erect. If raising the beam height –...
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Beam Height Adjustment PORTAGANTRY 11000 With Geared Handwheel With Ratchet System The following steps should be done concurrently Fig 4 Fig 1 Fig 6 on each A-Frame, ensuring that the gantry Two person operation recommended – one on Two Person Operation Recommended – one on uprights are vertical, and the beam is horizontal.
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Beam Height Adjustment PORTAGANTRY 11000 Variants & Medium or Small A-Frame with no Fig 1 Options. gearing fitted Two person operation recommended – one on the bolts and one on the upright. Always wear gloves when using this item. Ensure the castor brakes are engaged Adjust the upright position at one A-Frame by Beam height adjustment bolts (2 bolts on each upright).
Variants & Options PORTAGANTRY 11000 Maneuvering in Wheelbarrow Changing from Wheelbarrow to Changing from Vertical to The list below outlines additional variants and Fig 1 Fig 4 Fig 5 options available; Configuration Vertical Configuration Wheelbarrow Configuration Stabilizer Leg Two person operation recommended - Always Two Person Operation is Recommended - (Reverse of previous) wear gloves when using this item.
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Variants & Options PORTAGANTRY 11000 Maneuvering A-Frame in Vertical Wind Up Jack Leg Option (WUJL) with one hand on the A-Frame leg and one Having set the adjustment of all four legs, Fig 1 Fig 1 Configuration hand on the stabilizing leg strut (as in figure 2). ensure that the gantry uprights are vertical, WUJL’S can be fitted to the gantry.
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Dimensions PORTAGANTRY 11000 Shackled Cheek Plates Customized Configurations PORTAGANTRY® The cheek plate with shackle pull point offers a For customized systems additional assembly mechanical aid to move the load along the beam and operation information may be provided as Beam length in a control manner.
Quality & Safety PORTAGANTRY 11000 Accreditations LEEA Membership - REID Lifting is a full member Conformité Européenne [CE] & Product IPR Regulations Testing of the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association Quality and Safety are at the heart of the REID UK Conformity Assessed [UKCA]...
Product Labelling Key Product Labelling Product Labelling PORTAGANTRY 11000 Safety Labels Serial Labels Product labelling The following labels must be present on your system and must be legible. Insert and secure the bolt before The system is not suitable for fall arrest loading the system.
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Product Identification & Inspection Record Notes PORTAGANTRY 5000 Periodic Examination & Repair History Insert data from serial numbers found on product Marking into table here: The serial labels indicate: Date Inspected by Pass/Fail Corrective Action Comments The product identification number The product’s unique serial number The goods’...
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