Application Area; Security Advice; Installation / Initial Operation - Conductix-Wampfler 040873-015x2,0 Instructions D'utilisation

Operating Instructions
Balancer
040873-...

1 Application area

The balancer series 040873-... are assigned to counterweight tools.
The load range of the balancer depends on its type. All the details are mentioned on the respective type label.

2 Security advice

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Any modification of the balancer and its accessories may be carried out only with a written consent of the manufacturer.
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Reading and following strictly the complete operating and safety instructions guaranties a safe operation.
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Only skilled labour and familiarised with the balancer may operate, install, maintain and put it into operation. This labour has to
be pre-informed about the possible risks which may occur by using the balancer.
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Standing under a pending load has to be avoided
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It is very dangerous and strictly forbidden to disassemble the spring barrel.
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Uncouple the load only when the rope is completely retracted!
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Attach the load and the falling device on the balancer before any maintenance operation.
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The rope of the balancer has to be examined periodically (DIN 15020 TI.2). If damages are detected on the rope the balancer
may not be further used.
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The suspension, the anti fall device and the safety chain have to be kept under surveillance permanently. If damages have
been detected, the balancer has to be replaced immediately.
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Keep in mind! The resile of an unloaded rope is very dangerous for the labour and destroys the spring. The maximum capacity
mentioned on the type label must not be exceeded.
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Only original spare parts are to be used for repair- and maintenance works.

3 Installation / Initial Operation

Before beginning the installation, make sure that the equipment on which the balancer will be fastened is strong enough.
Determination of the total load:
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Tool, accessories and parts of the hoses and ropes to be supported by the balancer the value of the total load must be
situated within the specified type values.
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Hanging up the balancer within the middle of the extraction area of the rope enable the balancer to achieve its best
performance.
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