Specific Safety Instructions; Storage And Maintenance - Tractel PB Série Notice D'utilisation

PB & PB / PU
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The grip lifting technique used for this clamp requires the user to first verify the friction
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coefficient between the surface of the load and the clamping jaws, this in order to guarantee the
load is properly secured during use. Tractel Solutions can assist you with this verification.
Always ensure that the pads and the load are completely clean and free from grease or oil or any coating
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likely to become detached from the load,, before carrying out any lifting operation.
 Use on various products with parallel sides only.
 Do not lift parts smaller or larger than the opening capacity of the clamp used. (See technical
characteristics, grip ranges).
 Make sure that the load is well balanced before lifting and horizontal and with no risk of hitting an
obstacle. For long loads, we suggest using two PB clamps with a beam (see technical sheet T6010)
 PPE must be worn during use
 Operating temperature: -20° to +90°C. Consult us for lifting parts in different temperatures.
 Please consult us for any use in a specific aggressive atmosphere.
 Only move the clamp using the handle(s). Never place hands within the opening area of the clamp.
COMPULSORY INSPECTIONS AND CHECKS
Maintenance operations and inspections must be performed by qualified and authorised persons.
Check at the time of commissioning (or recommissioning): in compliance with the national regulations.
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Compulsory periodic check in compliance with the national regulations. Recommended at least every 12
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months by TRACTEL SOLUTIONS SAS.
A thorough examination paying particular attention to any alteration of parts due to an impact, corrosion,
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cracking or deformation must be conducted a minimum of twice a year and be recorded in the
maintenance log. According to the type of use and environment, the user may define the frequency of
these inspections.
Specific attention must be paid to the correct grip and good condition of the elastomer coating of the
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pads on their metal frame
TRACTEL SOLUTIONS is available to conduct any regulatory check.
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Maintenance operations and inspections must be performed by qualified and authorised persons.
Before each use, conduct a visual inspection and check the equipment is in full working order.
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Any part with a defect must be replaced by an original part.
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 Any damaged part must be immediately withdrawn from use.
 The clamp must be stored in a safe, sheltered place, at ambient temperature
 During storage, the clamp must be in a stable position without risks of tipping over. On request, Tractel
Solutions supplies appropriate storage supports
 Any equipment that has been overloaded must be immediately withdrawn from use.
M 6110 M
rev 14 – 05/2021
GB

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE

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