PORTA GANTRY 500-3000 ™
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Assembly & Operation Guide

Intended Use Inspection Prior to Initial Operation Inspection Before Starting Work Maximum Capacity Temperature Range Notes for Correct Operation Warning Traversing the Load Moving under Load Fall Protection Additional Notes for Correct Operation Warning IRATA Inspection & Maintenance 9 Regular Inspections Maintenance & Repair Storage & Transportation ATEX 10 ATEX Classification [Zone 2] Classification [Zone 1] Spark Formation Static Electricity Inspection, Maintenance & Repair Assembly Instructions Variants & Options Dimensions Quality & Safety Regulations, Standards & Directives...

Portable. Safe. They apply for: > Operation, including preparation, troubleshooting during operation and cleaning > Maintenance, inspection and repair > Transportation Please read the following instructions and guidance notes carefully, before using or operating the system. They contain important information about how to handle and use the system in a safe and efficient way, avoiding danger, reducing repair costs and downtime, and increasing the reliability and lifespan of the system. It is the responsibility of the end user to adhere to the Health & Safety and accident prevention standards...

Intended Use This product is intended to be used for the lifting of goods, the lifting of personnel, rope access or for providing a safety anchor for the prevention of falls. It is expected that all users of this product have the necessary medical and physical capabilities, are fully trained and competent in its safe assembly and use. Inspection Prior to Initial Operation This product must be inspected prior to initial operation by a competent person to ensure that the structure is safe and that it has not been damaged by incorrect assembly, transport or storage. Inspection Before Starting...

> Only raise and lower loads when castor brakes are engaged > Do not allow the load to swing > To avoid side pull, lowering and lifting should only be carried out when the load chain forms a straight and vertical line between the load and lifting attachment point on the trolley. (Refer to figure A) > We recommend the use of load-sensing or overload protection devices on all lifts > The risk assessment and method statement must take into account any factors that might apply additional loading to the system during lifting operations > Take care when transporting and storing the system to...

Traversing the Load This product can be used for traversing loads along the beam, subject to the following restrictions or considerations; > Only use appropriate REID trolleys > When moving a loaded trolley along the beam, move the load steadily and in a controlled manner and avoid sudden movements > Depending upon the beam section (A, B or D) beams will deflect when loaded. A section beams will deflect more than D sections beams and longer beams will deflect more than shorter beams. (Refer to our beam deflection tables for detailed information). Traversing loads along deflected beams will...

Moving under Load When moving the gantry underload, the following instructions MUST be followed: > This product can only be moved in the direction perpendicular to the beam > Directional locks must be used on the castors (perpendicular to the beam only) > The end user MUST make sure the center of gravity of the load is known and the lifting points are in such a way that the load is EQUALLY distributed, so the load generates a vertical pull to the beam. > The load is not allowed to swing > The floor must be smooth, flat, free from cracks or steps and the weather conditions should be safe for...

Additional Notes for Correct Operation > Ensure suitable and appropriately rated winches and connection plates are used for all applications > The fall arrest device must only be attached to the lifting points on the trolley or to the approved brackets > Never walk away from the structure whilst connected to the equipment (either by winch or fall arrest block) > Only use the product for fall arrest applications when the castor brakes are engaged > Where required by regulation, each installation must be approved by a qualified person > When using the product as a fall arrest anchor ensure...

> Inspection & Maintenance The following information is based on REID Lifting's recommendations and does not remove the responsibility of the user to comply with the relevant regulations and standards that are valid in the respective countries and regions where the system is being used. Regular Inspections To ensure that the product's frame remains in safe working order it must be inspected regularly by a competent person. We recommend inspections every 6 months for personnel lifting and every 12 months for goods only, unless adverse working conditions or profile of use dictate shorter...

ATEX This product has been designed for use in explosive atmospheres in line with the following requirements and information. Any use which differs or exceeds this is considered incorrect and REID Lifting Ltd will not accept any responsibility or liability for damages resulting from false application. The risk is solely with the user. If the product has been customised in any way, then it may not comply with standards and no longer be suitable for use in explosive atmospheres. If this is the case, then the product will not have any of the markings below. If in doubt, please contact your...

Spark Formation There is an increased danger of ignition when certain material pairings clash, namely noncorrosion-resistant steel or cast iron against aluminium, magnesium or pertinent alloys. This applies especially in the case of rust or surface rust. When assembling the product and inserting fastening components, these must therefore be clear of rust and debris of any kind. As stated previously, care must be taken to ensure the gantry is handled in a suitable manner, never thrown down and always placed carefully onto the ground. > For Zone 1 and 2 applications, the height of the sytem...