CARE:

• Store in a clean area away from sun and any ultraviolet light source, chemicals or extreme temperatures.

USE:

• Check weight of load.
• Check sling rated load for type of lift and angle of loading (see load angle chart).
• Sling shall not be twisted, tied into knots or joined by knotting.
• Shackles and other hardware must be inspected and padded if there are edges that could cut the sling.
• Be sure that the load cannot cut the sling during the lift by padding corners, edges, protrusions or abrasive surfaces; use materials of sufficient strength and thickness..
• Center load on base (bowl) of hook unless hook is designed for point loading.
• Balance load.
• Maintain load control.
• Avoid jerking the load.
• Be alert for snagging of load.
• Avoid dragging sling over rough surfaces and from under the load.
• Choker hitch must choke on webbing, never on a splice or end fitting.
• Stand clear of load at all times.
• Persons are not to ride on sling or load.
• For use in abnormal conditions of heat, cold, chemical activity, consult the manufacturer
• Web slings must be used with compatible fittings, hooks and shackles.
• Bunching of webbing reduces capacity.

INSPECTION:

• Before use: Check tag for rated load adequate for the lift. Look at webbing for knots, worn eyes, cuts, fraying, melted or charred fabric or chemical damage. Look at hardware for distorted, cracked, worn fitting. If this wear or damage is present, if red core yarns are visible, if rated load tag is missing or is illegible, do not use the sling. Repair or replace it. Frequent inspection is done by the person handling the sling before each use and must include all of the before use items. Periodic inspections should be recorded at least annually in normal service, more often if the use is frequent or severe. Recorded, Periodic inspections are performed by a designated person who records the observed condition and determines when further use would be hazardous.

REPAIR:

• Field repair is not permitted. Only manufacturers or other qualified persons may make repairs.

Because of the greatly reduced lifting capacity, use extra care when the horizontal lift angle is less than 45^o and do not make lifts of less than 30^o load angle. Example: A sling rated at and lifting 1,000 pounds will be damaged – and could break suddenly – when the lifting angle is less than 30^o at which angle the sling’s capacity is reduced to only 500 pounds. Important: Use a longer sling to increase the angle that will also increase the allowable capacity. For choker hitches, the lifting capacity is reduced by 25% or more, depending on the angle of choke.