Lifting - REMA CBKN Série Mode D'emploi

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
- Ensure that the lifting shackle can never be subjected to lateral load.
- A free fall or uncontrolled swaying at the crane hook resulting in objects being struck may cause damage
to the clamp. If this occurs, check whether the clamp is in good working order before using it.
- Lifting clamps are not suitable for creating permanent joints.
- The clamp should be subjected to preventive maintenance on a monthly basis in accordance to the
guidelines described in Chapter 6 - Maintenance.
- Do not modify the clamp (by welding, grinding, etc.), as this can adversely affect its operation and
safety, thereby nullifying any forms of guarantee and product liability.
- For the very same reason, use only original REMA components.
- Any improper use of the clamp and/or failure to observe any directions and warnings in these operating
instructions concerning the use of this product may endanger the health of the user and/or bystanders.

5. LIFTING

- Check whether the working load limit (W.W.L.) of the safety beam lifting clamp is sufficient for the load
created in the lifting situation.
- Attach the lifting clamp to the hoisting mechanism, either by means of a:
• Safety shackle directly to a crane hook,
• coupling link or D-shackle,
• Sling or chain, if necessary in conjunction with a coupling link or D-shackle.
- Ensure that all attachments have been tested and are of the correct tonnage. Make sure that coupling
links and shackles are of sufficient dimensions to allow the clamp to move freely in the hook.
- Check whether the clamp shows any visible damage.
- Operate the lever to check whether the clamp opens and closes smoothly.
- Check whether the teeth of the cam are free from dirt and if necessary thoroughly clean with a wire
brush.
- Remove any grease, dirt and mill scale from the beam at the site of the lifting clamp.
- Use the lever to open the clamp.
- Place the jaws as far as they will go over the beam, making sure that the clamp is positioned so as to
balance the load when it is being lifted.
- Make sure that the lifting shackle is facing towards the centre of the beam or structure.
- Close the clamp by fully turning the lever back.
- Lift gently to allow the lifting force to be applied; check whether the clamp is slipping.
- If the load is slipping, read through this section on Lifting again.
- If the load continues to slip, read the following Chapter 6 - Maintenance.
- Make sure that the load is in a stable position, before taking the clamp off the plate
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