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7.2 Attachment to the crane hook
Using the attachment mechanism, the pewag levo hook LH
may be attached directly to a crane hook (single hook acc. to
DIN 15401, size 2.5). For larger crane hooks, a transition link
or similar must be used. Always ensure that all parts have the
required load capacity (crane hook, transition link etc.)
The connection must be made in such a way that unintentional
release is not possible (e.g. using a safety catch).
The hook attached to the attachment mechanism must be able
to move freely and must not touch the screw or the side of the
attachment mechanism. The attachment mechanism must be
positioned centrally and at the bearing area. Tip-loading is not
permissible.
7.3 Attaching the load
To connect the load to the pewag levo hook LH, the following
options exist:
• Attaching the lifting device when the swivel hook of the
pewag levo hook LH is closed. The safety catch of the swivel
hook is pivoted to allow for the attachment of lifting devices
when the swivel hook is closed.
• Attaching the lifting device when the swivel hook of the
pewag levo hook LH is open. To do this, the pewag levo
hook LH must either be positioned in such a way that the
lifting device cannot slide out when the swivel hook is closed,
or the lifting device must be held in place manually until the
swivel hook is closed (attention: danger of crushing!)
Fig. 12: maximum permitted angle of inclination
The safety catch must be able to move and close freely and
without impediments even when the load is attached. The
integrated spring must be free from damage to ensure that the
safety catch is able to lock automatically.
When two master links or loops (see fig. 13) are attached to
the swivel hook, ensure that the maximally permitted angle of
inclination of 30° in relation to the vertical is not exceeded.
7.4 Lifting and lowering the load
Prior to lifting:
• Ensure that the maximum load capacity is not exceeded.
• All connections must be secured against unintentional
loosening (e.g. safety catches, screw fittings)
• All connections must be free to move and loads must be
positioned at the bearing area.
• Ensure that all lifting devices have been inspected and
deemed appropriate for the load.
• Inspect all load-bearing parts for visible damage or
modifications.
• All lifting devices and the pewag levo hook LH must be free
to align themselves in the load direction.
• The swivel hook must be fully closed and the safety catch
must rest in the appropriate support.
• Ensure that no persons remain in the lifting area --> risk of
accidents!
During the lifting operation:
• The hook may only be loaded vertically.
• Always ensure that the load is within your direct range
of vision.
• Start the lifting operation slowly and avoid abrupt lifting.
• Lift the load in such a way that it is prevented from swinging.
• Avoid sudden stops and shock-loading.
• Ensure that the load or the pewag levo hook LH does not
collide with objects and/or building parts.
• Never transport a load over the heads of persons.
• Never leave the load unattended or unsecured in a
suspended position.
Lowering the load:
• Lower the load slowly and bring it into a stable and
safe position.
• Only open the swivel hook when the load has been secured
against tilting, falling, sliding etc.
• By opening the swivel hook, parts of the lifting device
(lifting eye, shackle etc.) that was used to lift the load may fall
down. Always lower the pewag levo hook LH as far down as
possible before opening it. Open the swivel hook
in such a way that neither persons nor objects may be hit by
falling parts.
• The maximum load for opening the hook is 20 kg –
depending on the lifting device.
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