Safety Instructions - Terrier TS Mode D'emploi

CONTENTS
1 General
2 Operating principle
3 Application
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Safety instructions

5 Lifting
6 Maintenance
7 Disassembling/Assembling
- TS / TS-R / STS / TSE / TSE-R / TSHP
- TSMP / STSMP / TSEMP
- TSU / STSU / TSU-R / TSEU-R / TSHPU
8 Overhauling
9 Disposal
10 Troubleshooter's checklist
11 Warranty
1 GENERAL
Thank you for choosing one of our high-quality products.The quality systems of manage-
ment and services of Terrier Lifting Clamps B.V. fully comply with ISO 9001standards. The
many years of vast experience are a guarantee of optimum quality and safety. Terrier lifting
clamps are manufactured from high quality alloy steels and comply fully with all standards
and product requirements including: European standard: NEN 13155, Australian standard:
4991, US standard: ASME B30.20-2010 and machinery directive 2006/42/EG.
2 OPERATING PRINCIPLE
Terrier's safety plate lifting clamps derive their name from the built-in safety mechanism, which
consists of a locking device, a tension spring and a lever. Once the lever has been operated,
the safety mechanism provides constant pre-tensioning of the cam on the steel-plate, thereby
ensuring that the clamp does not slip when lifting force is applied. When a load is being lifted
the clamping force on the cam is increased by the weight of the load. The safety system also
ensures that the clamp will not work itself loose from the plate as the load is being lowered.
Additional info for owners of a TS-R/TSE-R/TSU-R/TSEU-R lifting clamps
The TS-R/TSE-R/TSU-R/TSEU-R lifting clamps has been specifically designed for the lifting
and handling of stainless steel plates. In order to prevent corrosion due to carbon contam-
ination, this lifting clamp features stainless steel components and a nickel-plated body and
lever. Due to these features, the contact area between the clamp's jaw and the stainless
steel plate, no longer has to be cleaned from possible carbon steel residues after lifting has
taken place.
Additional info for owners of a TJP-U lifting clamp
TS(U) user manual is valid with the addition of: The TJP-U lifting clamp is specifically de-
signed for vertical lifting and transporting of (thin) sheet metal. The special movable pivot
in the clamp creates additional pressure on the material, eliminating the risk of slippage.
No minimum safe working load (W.L.L.) applies.
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3 APPLICATION
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12 Terrier plate lifting clamps have been designed solely for the lifting and transporting of
13 steel plates and structures where it is possible to place the clamp on a flat point of contact.
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15 TSMP / TSEMP / STSMP
15 The greater freedom of movement provided by the MP fork makes this type of lifting
clamp eminently suitable for tilting plates and structures.
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17 TS-H / TSE-H / TSU-H / TSEU-H
18 Terrier clamps for extra hard steel are supplied with a specially developed cam & pivot which
19 are produced with extra hard steel. This ensures that the clamps can be used for lifting and
19 transporting steel sheets and/or structures with a maximum hardness of 55 HrC (560 HB).
19 When the encoding "max 55 HrC" is not clearly ingraved on the special clamp for extra hard
19 steel, the clamp is only suitable for lifting and transporting steel sheets and/or structures
with a maximum hardness of 50 HrC (429 Hb).
The following only applies to the TS-R/TSE-R/TSU-R/TSEU-R/TSHP clamp models
The TS-R/TSE-R/TSU-R/TSEU-R clamp has been designed solely for lifting stainless steel plates
and structures featuring a flat point of contact. Where the clamp is used to lift carbon steel
plates, the clamp can no longer be used for lifting stainless steel plates, without the risk of
carbon contamination. The TSHP have three pivots for a solid grip and is therefore highly
suitable for lifting "Holland Profiel"(flat bulb bar steel).
Allowable operating positions
Depending of the clamp model the following operating positions are allowed:
- only vertical positions (TS, TS-R, TSE, TSE-R, TSHP)
- from both vertical and horizontal positions (TSU and MP models)
- from all positions (TSU, TSEU, STSU,TSU-R, TSEU-R, TSHPU)
Notice: A reduced working load limit (W.L.L.) applies when lifting from other than vertical
positions. See also the load diagram on page 41.
4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety First! Guarantee your personal safety by carefully reading the following safety
instructions first.
Ensure your own safety and continue to benefit from our product safety by having the
clamp inspected, tested and, if necessary, overhauled at least once a year by Terrier Lifting
Clamps B.V. or another recognized mechanical repair and service center. See also Chapter 8
- Overhauling. Contact Terrier Lifting Clamps B.V. for further information.
TEMPERATURE
The operating temperature of the Terrier lifting clamps lies between -40 °C(-40 °F) en 100 °C.
(212 °F). Please consult with your dealer if other ambient temperatures are applied.
AVOID SITUATIONS DANGEROUS TO LIFE
(see also the section 'Safely lifting' on page 42)
- Never work with an untested or disapproved lifting clamp.
- Always keep a safe distance when lifting and never stand under the load.
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