Dear customer,
Thank you for purchasing an ALFRA product. Read these operation instructions closely before using your device
for the first time and keep them along with the enclosed Product Control Card for later reference.
Safety Instructions
Dangers can occur when transporting loads by lifting devices due to improper handling and/or poor maintenance,
which may cause serious accidents with fatal physical injuries. Read these operation instructions closely and
observe all safety instructions mentioned therein. Contact the manufacturer if you have any questions.
Always...
activate the lifting magnet completely
activate the lifting magnet on metallic, ferromagnetic materials
use the entire magnetic surface for lifting
lift on plane surfaces
lift round pipes with the admissible diameter
ensure that the pipe is positioned correctly in the groove of the lifting magnet
check the magnetic holding force by lifting the load slightly by about 10 cm
clean the magnetic surface and keep it clear of dirt, chips and welding sputter
set the lifting magnet down gently to prevent damage to the magnetic surface
check the hazard area before pivoting the load
respect the stated maximum load before pivoting
inspect the magnetic surface and the entire lifting magnet for damage
use suitable lifting gear
follow the instructions in these operating instructions
instruct new operators to the safe use of lifting magnets
respect local, country-specific guidelines
use and store in a dry place
Never...
exceed the stated maximum load
lift arched objects or objects with free form surfaces
lift round pipes of a too big or too small diameter
lift loads over people
perform lateral lifts of round pipes
lift more than one work piece at a time
switch the lifting magnet off before setting down the load safely
allow the load to sway or bring to a sharp and immediate stop
lift loads exceeding the recommended dimensions
lift loads with cavities, cut-out openings or drilled holes
lift unbalanced loads
modify the lifting magnet or remove operating labels
use the lifting magnet if damaged or missing parts
strain the underside of the magnet through heavy impact or blows
position yourself beneath the lifted load
lift loads while people are within the hazard area
leave the load hanging unattended
use the lifting magnet without having been properly instructed
use if you have not read and understood these operating instructions completely
use the lifting magnet to support, lift or transport persons
operate the lifting magnet in temperatures higher than 60°C (140°F)
expose to corrosive substances
People using pacemakers or other medical devices should not use this lifting magnet until
they have consulted with their physician.
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