General; Operating Principle; Permitted Applications; Safety Instructions - REMA CSV Série Mode D'emploi

1 GENERAL

Congratulations with the purchase of your new REMA CSV (W) or CBS lifting clamp.
The quality systems of management and services of REMA Holland B.V. fully comply
with ISO 9001 standards. The many years of vast experience are a guarantee of optimum
quality and safety. REMA Holland Clamps are made of top quality alloyed steel and fully
comply with European standards as laid down in Machine Directive 2006/42/EG.

2 OPERATING PRINCIPLE

The CSV(W) and CBS lifting clamps feature a screw thread mechanism consisting of a threaded
spindle and two spindle nuts. As soon as the spindle has been actuated, this mechanism
ensures that a constant clamping force is applied by the jaws. In this way the clamp will
not work itself loose from the object.
The linked clamping parts ensure that the clamping force continues, which means that the
load continues to be held firmly. As there is no cam and pivot arrangement the object to be
lifted does not become damaged.

3 PERMITTED APPLICATIONS

CSV
The CSV(W) lifting clamps are only suitable for lifting and handling steel beams (T, UNP,
INP, IPE, HE etc) and steel strips.
Permissible positions for using the two clamps are:
- lifting and handling from a vertical position.
- lifting work, where the lifting clamp is used as a lifting point.
CBS
The CBS bulb screw clamps have been specifically and exclusively designed for the provision
on a bulb profile of a temporary lifting point. (HP profile according to EN 10-204)
The CBS bulb screw clamp is used individually to create a temporary lifting point on a bulb
profile.
The lifting shackle may be subjected to a lateral load of up to 45° left or 45° right in relation
to the perpendicular.

4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safety first! Guarantee your personal safety by carefully reading the following safety instructions
first.
Ensure your own safety and continue to benefit from our product safety by having the clamp inspected,
tested and, if necessary, overhauled at least once a year by REMA Holland B.V. or a recognised mechanical
repair and service centre. See also Chapter 8 - Overhauling. Contact REMA Holland B.V. for further
information.
Avoid situations danger to life
Prevent dangerous situations by seriously taking care of the following precautions:
- Never work with an untested clamp.
- Keep at a distance when lifting and never stand under the load.
- Do not use the clamp if damaged; have the clamp repaired by REMA Holland B.V.
firstly, or by a recognised mechanical repair centre. If in doubt, please consult your dealer.
- Never lift more than one beam or load at a time.
- Never lift beams that are heavier than the working load limit (W.W.L.), as indicated on the
clamp and the test certificate.
- Do not attach the CBS clamps to any other parts but bulb profiles (HP profiles EN 10-204)
- Do not lift beams or strips smaller or bigger than the jaw opening, as indicated on the
clamp and the test certificate.
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