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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.
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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
people using pacemakers or other medical devices should not use this lifting
magnet until they have consulted with their physician.
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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
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