This document is issued in according with the requirements of section 6 of the health and safety at work etc Act 1974,Amended March 1988.It outline the care and safe use of HAND CHAIN BLOCKS and is based on Section 2 of the VITALI(HANGZHOU) MACHINERY CO.,LTD for the Safe Use of Lifting Equipment.It should be read in conjunction with the requirements for lifting appliances for general purposes,given overleaf,which form an integral part of these instructions.
This information is of general nature only convering the mail points for the safe use of hand chain blocks .It may be necessary to supplement this information for specific applications.
Selecting the Correct Block
Hand chain blocks are avalible in a range of capacities and with various types of suspension.Select the block to be used type of suspension-hook,trolley ect.
Capacity,class of use and range of lift,
Chain blocks are designed for vertical fiting only.
Consult the supplier if the block is to be used in area of high risk,exposed to the elements water,steam etc.with hazardous substances,eg acids orchemicals.or subjected to extremes of temperature.
Storing and Handling Hand Chain Blocks
Never return damaged blocks to storage.They should be dry,clean and protected from corrosion.
Store blocks by their top suspension with chains clear of the ground,the chains maybe wrapped together to facilitate this.None-portable blocks stored outdoors should be covered and protected from corrosion.
Blocks should not be dropped,thrown or dragged across the floor.
Never galvanise or subject the chain,or other load bearing parts,to any other plating progress without the express approval of the supplier.
Installing and Commissioning
Following any specific installation instruction issued by the supplier and the general requirements given overleaf.Try the block to ensure that it operates correctly and that the brake is effective.Ensure the chain is not twisted.It must move freely.The bottom hook must reach the lowest position required without the chain running fully out.
Using Hand Chain Blocks Safely
Do not attempt lifting operation unless you understand the use of the equipment and the slinging procedures.
Do not use defective blocks,slings or accessories and never use the block chain as a sling.
Check the slinging arrangement.That the block is safely rigged and that chains are not twisted,particularly in the case of multifall blocks.
Check the load is free to move before commencing and that the landing area has been prepared.
Raise the load is free to move before commencing and that the landing area has been prepared.
Check the travel path is clear and that you have a clear view so as to avoide accidental hook engagement or collision.Follow any particular site safety rules applicable to the movement of suspended loads.
Keep fingers,toes ect clear when lowering loads.
In-service Inspection and Maintenance
Follow any specific maintenance instructions issued by the supplier but in particular keep load chains lubricate and check the operation of the brake.Brakes must be kept free of oil,grease ect.Never replace the load chain with a longer one without consulting the supplier.
Regularly inspect the block and in the event of the following defects,refer the block to a competent person for thorough examination:water,damage to trolley,hooks and fittings,damaged or distored slack and anchor,.chains worn,bent,notched,strectched ,corroded,do not hang freely ,twisted or jump.load slips or will not lift,damaged block casing,illegible markings.
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No.113 Tianhe Road,Yuhang Economic Development Zone,Hangzhou City,Zhejiang Province.China.
TEL:+86-571-86186865
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