Introduction; Correct Operation - Columbus McKinnon Yale YC Serie Mode D'emploi

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NTRODUCTION
Products of CMCO Industrial Products GmbH have been built in accordance with the state-of-
the-art and generally accepted engineering standards. Nonetheless, incorrect handling when
using the products may cause dangers to life and limb of the user or third parties and/or
damage to the hoist or other property.
The operating company is responsible for the proper and professional instruction of the
operating personnel. For this purpose, all operators must read these operating instructions
carefully prior to the initial operation.
These operating instructions are intended to acquaint the user with the product and enable
him to use it to the full extent of its intended capabilities. The operating instructions contain
important information on how to operate the product in a safe, correct and economic way.
Acting in accordance with these instructions helps to avoid dangers, reduce repair costs and
downtimes and to increase the reliability and lifetime of the product. The operating instructions
must always be available at the place where the product is operated. Apart from the operating
instructions and the accident prevention act valid for the respective country and area where
the product is used, the commonly accepted regulations for safe and professional work must
also be adhered to.
The personnel responsible for operation, maintenance or repair of the product must read,
understand and follow these operating instructions.
The indicated protective measures will only provide the necessary safety, if the product is
operated correctly and installed and/or maintained according to the instructions. The operating
company is committed to ensure safe and trouble-free operation of the product.
C O
ORRECT PERATION
Beam clamps model YC are used for providing a quick and versatile attachment point for
hoisting equipment, pulley blocks or loads on a beam. The beam clamp can be attached to
horizontal as well as vertical beams, in addition it can be used as a lifting clamp for handling
loose steel beams when several beam clamps of the same type are combined.
The re-inforced version YRC is extremely robust and offers more compact dimensions.
The S version features a shackle instead of a supporting pin as the attachment point.
When used as a lifting clamp, the unit is suitable for all steel beams with flange widths within
the range indicated on the identity plate and with flanges that can be fully entered into the
mouth of the clamp.
Any different or exceeding use is considered incorrect. Columbus McKinnon Industrial
Products GmbH will not accept any liability for damage resulting from such use. The risk is
borne by the user or operating company alone.
The load capacity indicated on the unit is the maximum working load limit (WLL) that may be
attached.
The selection and calculation of the appropriate supporting structure are the responsibility of
the operating company.
The attachment point and its supporting structure must be designed for the maximum loads to
be expected (deadweight of the unit + load capacity).
The steel beam selected as the attachment point and its supporting structure must be
designed for the maximum loads to be expected (deadweight of the beam clamp + load
capacity).
The beam clamp must not be loaded along the beam as this may cause it to slip along the
beam. Loading to the side of the beam is also prohibited as the beam could twist.
Forces introduced from the side may cause dangerous sway movements when a load is lifted.
If the unit is to be used for transporting long steel beams, we recommend that two or more
clamps in combination with a spreader beam be used to prevent impermissible sway and
loading of the individual clamp by lateral pulling forces.
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