Sling Chain User`s Manual
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1. 2 Dimensions mm Specified Result 3 Breaking test Breaking load kN Total ultimate elongation Specified Min 268 Min 20 Result Good Good 4 Manufacturing Proof force test Test load 166 kN Permanent elongation Specified Max 0 5 Result Good General judgment Satisfacto kK l rag Quality Assurance Group Quality Assurance Department 2000 Tsuijiarai Showa cho Nakakoma gun Yamanashi JAPAN Manager Page 7 of 8 ARRINGIO HOISTS AND CRANES www harringtonhoists com Harrington Hoists Inc Harrington Hoists Western Division 401 West End Avenue 2341 Pomona Rd No 103 Manheim PA 17545 1703 Corona CA 92880 6973 Phone 717 665 2000 Phone 951 279 7100 Toll Free 800 233 3010 Toll Free 800 317 7111 Fax 717 665 2861 Fax 951 279 7500 HSC User s Manual2. ANSI ASME B30 20 Safety Standard for Below the Hook Lifting Devices where applicable ANSI ASME B30 16 Safety Standards for Overhead Hoists Underhung ANSI ASME B30 21 Safety Standard for Manually Lever Operated Hoists and OSHA Regulation 1910 184 If the sling owner user requires additional information or if any information in this document is not clear contact Harrington Hoists Inc or the distributor of the sling Do not install inspect test maintain or use the sling unless this information is fully understood A regular schedule of inspection of the sling in accordance with the requirements of ANSI ASME B30 9 ANSI ASME B30 20 and where applicable ANSI ASME B30 16 and ANSI ASME B30 2 should be established and records maintained 2 0 Technical Information 2 1 Specifications 2 1 1 Operating Conditions and Environment Temperature Refer to table 2 1 for the effect of temperature conditions on proper use of the sling chain While at Temperature After Exposure to Temperature Humidity 100 or less This chain is not intended for underwater use Corrosive acidic or DO NOT USE in environments that are alkaline acidic or corrosive alkaline environments Damaging effects are dependent upon chemical type concentration temperature and length of exposure It is the responsibility of the owner user to identify and eliminate or avoid such environments If required contact Harrington
3. and the load and from between the sling chain and the crane maintenance hook or hoist hook Avoid swinging the load NOT allow personnel to stand in line with or next to the leg s ofa NOT allow your attention to be diverted from using the sling chain sling chain that is under tension or lifting system l l NOT allow personnel to stand or pass under a suspended load e NOT allow the sling chain to be subjected to sharp contact with NOT allow personnel to ride on the sling chain structures or objects through misuse 5 0 Inspection 5 1 5 2 5 3 5 4 Initial Inspection Prior to initial use all new altered or modified slings shall be inspected by a designated person to ensure compliance with the applicable provisions of this manual Inspection Classification The inspection procedure herein is based on ANSI ASME B30 9 Slings Inspections for sling chains in regular service are divided into FREQUENT and PERIODIC groups based upon the intervals at which inspection should be performed The intervals in turn are dependent upon the degree of service and usage the slings are subjected to FREQUENT and PERIODIC inspections should be made with respective intervals between inspections as defined in Table 5 1 Inspection Intervals Table 5 1 Inspection Intervals Service o FREQUENT Inspection PERIODIC Inspection Each Day or Shift As recommended by a qualified person before Special Service the first such occurrence
4. 16 Safety Standard for Overhead Hoists and ANSI ASME B30 21 Safety Standard for Manually Lever Operated Hoists The operator shall also be required to be familiar with the hoist and hoist controls before being authorized to operate the sling chain or lifting system Sling chain users should be trained in proper rigging procedures for the attachment of the sling chain to the loads Sling chain users should be trained to be aware of potential malfunctions of the equipment that require adjustment or repair and to be instructed to stop operation if such malfunctions occur and to immediately advise their supervisor so corrective action can be taken Sling chain users should have normal depth perception field of vision reaction time manual dexterity and coordination Sling chain users should not have a history of or be prone to seizures loss of physical control physical defects or emotional instability that could result in actions of the operator being a hazard to the operator or to others Sling chain users should not use a sling chain or operate lifting system when under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication Sling chain is intended only for vertical lifting service or freely suspended unguided loads Do not use sling chain for loads that are not lifted vertically loads that are not freely suspended or loads that are guided NOTICE Read ANSI ASME B30 9 Slings ANSI ASME B30 20 Safety Standard for Below the
5. Hook Lifting Devices and where applicable ANSI ASME B30 16 Safety Standard for Overhead Hoists and ANSI ASME B30 21 Safety Standard for Manually Lever Operated Hoists Read the sling manufacturer s Operating and Maintenance Instructions Read all labels attached to equipment Do not use a sling chain before reading this document Page 3 of 8 The sling can be used as a below the hook lifting device or an above the hoist suspending device Per the ANSI ASME B30 standards the use of a sling is subject to certain hazards that cannot be mitigated by engineered features but only by the exercise of intelligence care common sense and experience in anticipating the effects and results of utilizing the sling Use this guidance in conjunction with other warnings cautions and notices in this manual to govern the operation and use of the sling 4 2 Shall s and Shall Not s for Operation A WARNING Improper use of a sling can create a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury and substantial property damage To avoid sucha potentially hazardous situation THE OPERATOR SHALL NOT shorten or adjust the sling chain by any means other than e NOT allow the sling chain to be twisted or kinked those methods approved by the sling chain manufacturer or e NOT allow the sling chain to be dragged on the floor or over an qualified person abrasive surface NOT shorten or lengthen the
6. and as directed by the qualified person for any subsequent occurrences Frequent Inspection 5 3 1 Inspections should be made on a FREQUENT basis in accordance with Table 5 2 Removal Criteria Included in these FREQUENT Inspections are observations made during each day or shift the sling chain is in use for any defects or damage that might appear between Periodic Inspections Evaluation and resolution of the results of FREQUENT Inspections shall be made by a designated person such that the sling chain is maintained in safe working condition Periodic Inspection 5 4 1 Inspections should be made on a PERIODIC basis in accordance with Table 5 2 Removal Criteria Evaluation and resolution of the results of PERIODIC Inspections shall be made by a designated person such that the sling is maintained in safe working condition 5 4 2 A complete inspection for damage of the sling chain shall be periodically performed by a designated person Each link shall be examined individually taking care to expose and examine all surfaces including the inner link surfaces The sling chain shall be examined for conditions such as those listed in Table 5 2 Removal Criteria and a determination made as to whether they constitute a hazard Periodic inspection intervals shall not exceed 1 year The frequency of periodic inspections should be based Page 4 of 8 on Table 5 1 Inspection Intervals A written record of the most recent periodic inspe
7. sling chain by knotting or twisting e NOT allow the sling chain to be constricted bunched or pinched Hitch the sling chain in a manner providing control of the load by the load hook or any fitting NOT allow the sling chain in contact with edges corners or e Reduce the working load limit rated capacity of sling chains protrusions without being protected by a material of sufficient exposed to high temperatures per Section 2 1 1 strength thickness and construction to prevent damage to the e Make sure sling chains fittings and attachments are properly sling chain sized and rigged NOT allow the sling chain to be shock loaded e Make sure load is balanced and load holding action is secure NOT allow loads to be rested on the sling chain before continuing NOT pull sling chains from under a load when the load is resting e Make sure all persons stay clear of the supported load on the sling chain e Warn personnel before lifting or moving a load Be alert during lifting with or without load for possible sling chain Warn personnel of an approaching load snagging on objects A CAUTION Improper operation of a sling can create a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury or property damage To avoid such a potentially hazardous situation THE OPERATOR SHALL Keep all portions of the human body from between the sling chain Inspect the sling regularly and keep appropriate records of
8. 30 10 Hooks B30 20 Below the Hook Lifting Devices and B30 26 Rigging Hardware All repairs shall comply with the proof test requirements of ANSI ASME B30 9 Slings Table 5 4 Chain Wear Dimensions P 5 links P Dimension d Dimension Standard Discard Standard 4 17 106 0 4 38 111 3 0 28 7 0 0 25 6 3 5 96 151 5 6 26 159 0 0 39 10 0 0 35 9 0 7 76 197 0 8 14 206 8 0 51 13 0 0 46 11 7 6 0 Maintenance and Handling 6 1 For sling chain maintenance or storage comply with the following points 6 1 1 a Avoid storage or use in temperatures at or below 40 F m Do not store in a manner that would allow 40 C and at or above 400 F 205 C mechanical damage or kinking Possibility of corrosion increases for installations where m Do not store the sling chain while supporting a load salt air and high humidity are present Make frequent m Remove any dirt or water on the sling chain and regular inspections of the sling chain s condition and m Store the sling chain in a dry and clean area operation m Perform all inspections given in 5 0 Inspection if Avoid exposure to chemically active environments and irregularity of the sling chain is found after chemicals in the form of solids liquids gases vapors or operation fumes Page 5 of 8 7 0 Warranty All products sold by Harrington Hoists Inc are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship from d
9. HARRINGTON SLING CHAIN HSC USER S MANUAL Grade 100 Chain Size 9 32 3 8 and 1 2 Inch Effective June 7 2013 HOISTS AND CRANES Table of Contents AATTEENA the sling chain should not be installed 1 0 IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND WARNINGS Spear nc ain cro na 2 0 TECHNICAL INFORMATION ccccccccccesecesececececccseseseseee 2 Fe ia ae eee eat ee ee 3 0 PREOPERATIONAL PROCE RES 3 Sarpy With the A et Tile dec Ment Can SUI Cc 4 0 OPERATIONUSE SAIL MKS GC PAIN Wed Lat 3 an a o iaa a a Ee TNT S sovcsccssacoscesocisvscouaisdssstecacsscicvsssssaconte 5 7 0 WARRANTY coccccccccecececececececececeteceseceseteteteseteteteteeeesen 6 8 0 INSPECTION CERTIFICATE SAMPLES scccscsseee 7 1 0 Important Information and Warnings 1 1 Terms and Summary This manual provides important information for personnel involved with the use and maintenance of this product Although you may be familiar with these or similar sling chain it is strongly recommended that you read this manual before operating or maintaining the product Danger Warning Caution and Notice Throughout this manual there are steps and procedures that can present hazardous situations The following signal words are used to identify the degree or level of hazard seriousness A DANGER Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury and property damage AWARNING Warning indicates an imm
10. Hoists Inc for guidance Dynamic Loading REDUCE LOAD to 80 of working load limit WLL when loading conditions are at near WLL or if the sling chain is subject to vibration or if the sling chain is used in a demanding application such as an automated production line ALWAYS consider the effects of dynamic or accelerated loads when selecting or sizing sling chain 2 1 2 Applicable Specifications ASME B30 9 Slings NACM Welded Steel Chain Specifications ASTM A 973 A 973M 01 Standard Specification for Grade 100 Alloy Steel Chain OSHA 1910 184 Slings 2 1 3 Sling Chain Grade 100 2 1 4 Sling Chain Design Factor 4 minimum 2 1 5 Sling Chain Finish Phosphated slightly oiled 2 1 6 Sling Chain Dimensions Table 2 2 Sling Chain Dimensions p Nominal p a WLL MBF Weight Code Od pitch Minimum Inside Width Working Load Limit Minimum Breaking Force Ibs foot in mm in mm in mm Ib kg Ibs KN kg m 15 000 6 800 Or Rated Load Page 2 of 8 2 1 7 Sling Chain Identification Table 2 3 Sling Chain Identification First marking Second marking First marking Marking Pitch tot Number Front 4cigis 4cigits 4dgs e n e ro e E peer o E AM OL Country of Origin Back JAPAN JAPAN JAPAN 3 0 Preoperational Procedures 3 1 Preoperational Checks and Trial Operations 3 1 1 EAEG NIIE Confirm the adequacy of the working load limit rated capacity for the sling chain s and
11. all other components of the lifting system before use Inspect all load suspension members for damage prior to use and replace or repair all damaged parts 3 1 2 Record the sling identification information per paragraph 2 1 7 Sling Chain Identification and ANSI ASME B30 9 Slings 3 1 3 Ensure that new and repaired slings have been proof tested by the sling chain manufacturer or a qualified person 3 1 4 Confirm proper use Before using sling chain read and become familiar with Section 4 Operation Use Before using ensure that the sling chain meets the requirements of ANSI ASME B30 9 Safety Standard for Slings ANSI ASME B30 20 Safety Standard for Below the Hook Lifting Devices and where applicable ANSI ASME B30 16 Safety Standard for Overhead Hoists and ANSI ASME B30 21 Safety Standard for Manually Lever Operated Hoists Before operating ensure that nothing will interfere with the full range of the lifting system s operation 4 0 Operation Use 4 1 Introduction A DANGER Do Not Walk Under a Suspended Load AWARNING Operators for lifting systems involving a sling chain shall be required to read the operation section of this manual the warning contained in this manual instruction and warning labels on the sling chain or lifting system and operation sections of ANSI ASME B30 9 Slings ANSI ASME B30 20 Safety Standard for Below the Hook Lifting Devices and where applicable ANSI ASME B30
12. ate of shipment by Harrington for the following periods Manual Hoists Trolleys amp Beam Clamps 2 years NER2 ER2 Hoists Enhanced Features Models 3 Years N ERO3OL D All Other Electric and Air Hoists Trolleys Crane Components 1 year Sling Chain Spare Replacement Parts 1 year NER2 ER2 The Guardian Smart Brake 10 years The product must be used in accordance with manufacturer s recommendations and must not have been subject to abuse lack of maintenance misuse negligence or unauthorized repairs or alterations Should any defect in material or workmanship occur during the above time period in any product as determined by Harrington Hoist s inspection of the product Harrington Hoists Inc agrees at its discretion either to replace not including installation or repair the part or product free of charge and deliver said item F O B Harrington Hoists Inc place of business to customer Customer must obtain a Return Goods Authorization as directed by Harrington or Harrington s published repair center prior to shipping product for warranty evaluation An explanation of the complaint must accompany the product Product must be returned freight prepaid Upon repair the product will be covered for the remainder of the original warranty period Replacement parts installed after the original warranty period will only be eligible for replacement not including installation for a period of one year from the installa
13. ction shall be maintained and shall include the condition of the sling chain 5 5 Removal Criteria 5 5 1 An alloy sling chain shall be removed from service if conditions such as listed in Table 5 2 Removal Criteria Table 5 2 Removal Criteria Missing or illegible sling chain identification Cracks breaks excessive wear nicks or gouges excessive pitting or corrosion or weld splatter Minimum thickness on chain links shall not be below the d values listed in Table 5 4 Chain Wear Dimensions Stretched sling chain links shall not exceed the P values listed in Table 5 4 Chain Wear Dimensions Bent twisted or deformed chain links Lack of ability of chain to hinge articulate freely Evidence of heat damage 5 6 Repair 5 6 1 Sling chains shall be repaired as follows in Table 5 3 Repair Table 5 3 Repair Sling chain shall be repaired only by the sling manufacturer or qualified person A repaired sling shall be marked to indentify the repairing agency Sling chain used for sling repair shall comply with the provisions of ANSI ASME B30 9 Slings Cracked broken or bent chain links shall not be repaired they shall be replaced Modifications or alterations to the sling shall be considered as repairs and shall conform to all other provisions of ANSI ASME B30 9 Slings Hooks rigging hardware and below the hook lifting devices per the manufacturer s criteria ANSI ASME B
14. el Alloy Steel 1 Material Nickel Alloy Steel 2 Dimensions mm 2 Dimensions mm Pea et Z A Specified Specified z 21 0 Result Result Good 3 Breaking test 3 Breaking test Breaking load kN Total ultimate elongation T Breaking load kN Total ultimate elongation Specified F Min 7 Min 20 Specified Min 160 Min 20 Result Good Good Result Good 4 Manufacturing Proof force test Test load 48 kN 4 Manufacturing Proof force test Test load 100 kN Permanent elongation Permanent elongation Specified Specified Max 0 5 a Result Good Result Good General judgment Satisfactor General judgment Satisfacto Quality Assurance Group Quality Assurance Group TTH on a h a Quality Assurance Department Quality Assurance Department 2000 Tsuijiarai Showa cho 2000 Tsuijiarai Showa cho Nakakoma gun Yamanashi JAPAN Manager Nakakoma gun Yamanashi JAPAN Manager HSC130 INSPECTION CERTIFICATE SAMPLE Certificate No FK12 PLE Date Issued GANYI INSPECTION CERTIFICATE Messrs Harrington Hoists INC Commodi ty Link Chain A i CN men Code S 2 130 KF Lot No 0122 He Quantity 1 line s i Our reference No U2 U71 02206 Order No 37209 IST C No 1 af 1 Material Nickel Alloy Steel
15. inently hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury and property damage A CAUTION Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result minor or moderate injury or property damage NOTICE Notice is used to notify people of installation operation or maintenance information which is important but not directly hazard related A CAUTION These general instructions deal with the normal operation and maintenance situations encountered with the sling described herein The instructions should not be interpreted to anticipate every possible contingency or to anticipate the final system crane or configuration that uses these slings For systems using the slings covered by this manual the supplier and owner of the slings are responsible for their compliance with all applicable industry standards and with all applicable federal state and local regulations codes AWARNING The sling described herein is not designed for and MUST NOT be used for lifting supporting or transporting people or for lifting or supporting loads over people The sling described herein should not be used in conjunction with other equipment un less necessary and or required safety devices applicable to the system crane or application are installed by the system designer system manufacturer crane manufacturer installer or user Modifications to upgrade rerate or otherwise alter the sling shall be a
16. tion date If it is determined there is no defect or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of Harrington s warranty the customer will be responsible for the costs of returning the product Harrington Hoists Inc disclaims any and all other warranties of any kind expressed or implied as to the product s merchantability or fitness for a particular application Harrington will not be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or consequential damages loss or expense arising in connection with the use or inability whatever regardless of whether damage loss or expense results from any act or failure to act by Harrington whether negligent or willful or from any other reason Page 6 of 8 8 0 Inspection Certificate Samples HSC070 INSPECTION CERTIFICATE SAMPLE HSC100 INSPECTION CERTIFICATE SAMPLE Certificate No FK120 pre Certificate No pM 31 per Date Issued 9D Date Issued INSPECTION CERTIFICATE INSPECTION CERTIFICATE Messrs Harrington Hoists INC Messrs Harrington Hoists INC Commodity gt Link Chain f ais Commodity Link Chain Code SV2 070 a D Code SV2 100 5 c ones Lot No 2 0127 Lot No 0124 a Aar Quantity eA lines S mee Quantity So line s Our reference No U2 U71 02206 a Our reference No U2 U71 02206 Order No 37209 18T C No 44 Order No 87209 1ST C No 11 1 Material Nick
17. uthorized only by the original equipment manufacturer Refer to ANSI ASME B30 9 Safety Standard for Slings ANSI ASME B30 20 Safety Standard for Below the Hook Lifting Devices and where applicable ANSI ASME B30 16 Safety Standard for Overhead Hoists and ANSI ASME B30 21 Safety Standard for Manually Lever Operated Hoists Slings used to handle hot molten material may require additional equipment or devices Refer to ANSI 2241 2 Safety Requirements for Melting and Pouring of Metals in the Metalcasting Industry Failure to read and comply with any one of the limitations noted herein can result in serious bodily injury or death and or property damage Page 1 of 8 NOTICE It is the responsibility of the owner user to install inspect test maintain and use the sling in accordance with ANSI ASME B30 9 Safety Standards for Slings ANSI ASME B30 20 Safety Standard for Below the Hook Lifting Devices and OSHA Regulation 1910 184 If the sling is installed as part of a total lifting system such as an overhead hoist crane or monorail it is also the responsibility of the owner user to comply with the applicable ANSI ASME B30 volume that addresses that type of equipment It is the responsibility of the owner user to have all personnel that will install inspect test maintain and use the sling read the contents of this document and applicable portions of ANSI ASME B30 9 Safety Standards for Slings
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