Flex VLP 18 Original Operating Instructions page 27

VLP 18
Lifting techniques
NOTE
Think about what you want to lift and how
you are going to lift it. Observe the weight of
the object when doing this.
Consider whether the object can be lifted

alone.
Ensure that the working area is flat, dry
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and free of obstacles.
Check the route. Ensure that the path is

clear. Remove trip hazards and obstacles.
Check for wet or smooth surfaces.
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Use ergonomic equipment.
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Use lifting aids such as fork-lift truck, sack
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truck, equipment trolley, pallet truck or
lifting platform.
Make sure that you are suitably trained

before using the equipment.
Request assistance if necessary. Bulky or

heavy loads should be lifted by two
persons. Lift evenly and keep the load
straight.
Lifting diagonally
NOTE
Use this essential lifting technique for small
items by positioning yourself over the load
and lifting with legs apart.
Get as close to the item as possible.
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Stand with legs apart, one foot in front of

the item and one foot to the side of the item
to maintain a good balance.
Keep your back straight and press your

buttocks out. Bend with your legs and hips
down to the item.
Bring the item as close to yourself as

possible.
Place your hand (on the same side as the

foot that you placed in front of the item) on
the side of the item that is furthest away
from you.
Secure the load with your free hand while

the load is lifted and the tool is held with
one hand.
Before lifting, tense your core muscles,

look ahead, keep your back stiff and
straight.
NOTE
You should not hold your breath when
lifting. Do not bend and turn at the waist.
Always grip with the whole hand. Do not
impair your vision while carrying. Do not
yank the load or lift it quickly. Do not trap
your fingers or toes.
Lift the load slowly, following with head and

shoulders.
Keep the load close to your body.
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Stretch your legs with back straight and

exhale when lifting.
Turn your feet to prevent twisting.
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Teaching-in mode / recalibration mode
In the event of problems with the digital
display, please carry out the following steps
to reset the digital display.
Place the tool on a non-porous surface,

e.g. a polished tile.
Switch on the device.

Press the selector button for the unit of

measurement (12) and hold for 10 seconds.
As soon as the pump starts, release the

selector button for the unit of
measurement (12). The calibration routine
takes 10-15 seconds.
When the pump switches off, the

calibration routine is complete.
Switch the tool off and on again.
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The tool is now calibrated and the values on
the digital display should be correct.
NOTE
The tool will show incorrect values on the
digital display if it is not calibrated on a non-
porous surface such as a tile or piece of
glass. If this is the case, the calibration
routine must be repeated on a non-porous
material. Do NOT perform this routine on
glass that is thinner than 6 mm as the glass
can break.
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