Operating And Safety Procedures - Pacific Hoists U-MEGA Series Operations Manual & Parts List

II. OPERATING AND SAFETY PROCEDURES
The following are operating and safety procedures for safe operation of the Pacific motor driven
trolley. Taking precedence over and specific rules listed here, however is the most importance
rule of all. A few minutes spent reading these rules can make an operator aware of dangerous
practices to avoid and precautions to take for his own safety and others.
1. Immediately after installation, operate trolley with safe working load over the entire length
of runway or monorail system to be sure that all adjustments and operations are
satisfactory.
2. Rail stops must be installed for all trolleys operating on open end beams. These stops must
be positioned such that impact forces are absorbed by trolley side frames only.
3. When preparing to lift a load, be sure that the attachments to the hook are firmly seated in
hook saddle. Avoid off center loading on the point of hook.
4. When lifting, raise the load only enough to clear the floor or support and check to be sure
that the attachments to hook and load are firmly seated. Continue lift only after you are
assured the load is free of all obstructions.
5. When applying a load, it should be directly under the trolley. Avoid off center loading of
any kind.
6. Take up a slack load chain carefully and start lifting load slowly to avoid shock and jerking
of hoist load chain. If there is any evidence of overloading, immediately lower the load and
remove the excess load.
7. Do not allow the load to swing or twist while hoisting.
8. Anticipate the stopping point and allow trolley to coast to smooth stop. Reversing or
plugging to stop trolley causes overheating of motor and swaying of load.
9. Do not load trolley beyond the rated capacity. Overload can cause immediate failure of
load carrying parts of cause damage resulting in future failure at less than rated capacity.
10. Do not use this or any other overhead materials handling equipment for lifting or
transporting people.
11. Stand clear of all loads and avoid moving a load over the heads of other people. Warn
people of your intention to move a load in their area.
12. Do not leave the load suspended in the air unattached.
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