pewag Winner pro G12 Originalbetriebsanleitung Seite 34

The load hook wherein which the lifting chain is mounted, must be directly over the load's centre of gravity.
Only then can the load hook, by means of the lifting chain, be connected to the load and the individual strand
lengths – as in the case of a multi-leg lifting chain – are adjusted accordingly, so that all strands will be equally taut
during lifting. The angle of inclination must lie within the specified range.
To prevent the load from swinging dangerously, and to retain the exact position when setting it back down, it is
recommended to use a lanyard.
Hands and other body parts should be kept at a distance when tightening the limp chain to prevent accidents from
happening. The load should be slightly lifted to make sure that it is safely mounted and stays in the upright position;
this is especially important using the entwined and laced method where the load is held using friction. If the load
starts to tip, it should be placed back on the ground and remounted – e.g. by either changing the lifting points
position and/or using shortening elements.
The area where the load is set down should be prepared. The ground should be able to carry the weight of the load;
however, underground cavities and pipelines must not be forgotten and damaged in the process. There should be
enough space to and around the intended final position; furthermore, no people should reside in the area. It may be
necessary to have wood or other similar material around to help stabilise and protect the load and also to protect
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the ground.
The load should be set down carefully. The lifting chain should not be squashed under the load as it can become
damaged this way. Before the chain is loosened, the load needs to be checked for stability – this is especially
important when lifting loose bundles. Once the load is on the ground, the lifting chain should be removed by hand
– it should not be pulled out using the lifting gear as the chain could catch and the load could tip over. The load
should not be rolled over the lifting chain either as this can also damage the chain.
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