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General Safety Instructions:
1. Transport and handle your TranzSporter Hoist with care.
2. Unpack the TranzSporter carefully and inspect for any damage that may occur during transportation.
DO NOT USE THE HOIST IF ANY PART IS DAMAGED.
3. Please observe all safety and warning labels attached to the hoist.
4. Use only replacement parts furnished by the manufacturer.
5. Always keep the area around the base section of the TranzSporter Hoist clear to help prevent slipping,
tripping or falling against the hoist.
6. DO NOT ALLOW ANYONE TO OPERATE THE TRANZSPORTER HOIST WHO HAS NOT BEEN THOROUGHLY
AND PROPERLY TRAINED IN THE CORRECT OPERATION AND USE OF THIS HOIST.
7. This hoist is manufactured to lift materials only. Do not use the TranzSporter Hoist for the purpose of
transporting personnel from one level to another.
8. Do not climb the TP-Series hoist or use as a personnel ladder.
9. DO NOT OVERLOAD:
Maximum lifting capacity for the TP250 is 250 lbs. with a load capacity of 230 lbs.
Maximum lifting capacity for the TP400 is 400 lbs. with a load capacity of 380 lbs.
10. Keep hands, feet and other body parts as well as clothing away from the track sections and moving or
rotating parts of the TranzSporter Hoist when starting the engine or when operating the hoist.
11. Do not allow any persons to walk or work under or near the TranzSporter Hoist while in operation.
12. Do not use this hoist to transport hot asphalt or any other hot molten substance from one elevation
to another.
WARNING:
• DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT IF ANY UNSAFE CONDITIONS EXIST OR OCCUR DURING OPERATION.
• KEEP TRACK SECTION CLEAR OF ALL ELECTRICAL WIRES AND EQUIPMENT.
ALWAYS LOOK UP FOR ELECTRICAL WIRE PRIOR TO MOVING TRACK SECTIONS.
• BE AWARE OF OVERHEAD OBJECTS.
• NEVER USE TRACK SECTIONS AS A LADDER.
• NEVER OPERATE HOIST WITH A HUMAN ON PLATFORM.
• NEVER STAND UNDER PLATFORM WHEN LOWERING.
• NEVER USE INDOORS OR IN AN AREA WITH POOR VENTILATION (ELECTRIC MODEL IS EXCLUDED).
• NEVER USE HOIST TO LOWER MATERIAL.
User Responsibilities
PERFORM THE FOLLOWING AT THE START AND END OF THE WORK DAY AND AFTER 4 HOURS
OF OPERATION DURING THE DAY:
• Check oil level in engine and fill according to manufacturer’s specifications.
• Check cable for smooth operation and for signs of wear.
• Check for loose bolts and tighten according to specifications.
• Check track sections and all other moving parts for excessive wear or fatigue.
• Check general condition of equipment.
• Check and confirm operator’s understanding of the proper operation for this equipment.
• When using the electric motor; check extension cords and connections for wear or damage.
• Check brake parts regularly for wear or damage.
• Check cable drum bearings, they should run smoothly when the brake is released. If there is any noise
or if the cable drum does not spin freely, replace drum bearings immediately.
• Check for minimal clearance between outer track cam followers.
Warnings and General Safety Instructions