INGERSOLL RAND MCH5 SM Series Chain Hoists Installation Guide

MCH5 SM Series Chain Hoists

Installation and Operation Manual for Models MCH5, SM and VL2 Manual

Chain Hoists

Product Information

The MCH5, SM, and VL2 Manual Chain Hoists are products that are designed to help lift heavy loads. The product is available in  multiple languages, including English, German, Danish, Spanish,
French, Italian, Dutch, Swedish, and Finnish. The product manual contains important safety, installation, and operation information that must be read before operating the product. The product is manufactured by Ingersoll-Rand.

Product Usage Instructions

Safe Operating Instructions are provided to make an operator aware of unsafe practices to avoid and are not necessarily limited to the following list. Refer to specific sections in the manual for additional safety information.

1. Only allow people trained in safety and operation of this product to operate the hoist.
2. Only operate a hoist if you are physically fit to do so.
3. When a DO NOT OPERATE sign is placed on the hoist, do not operate the hoist until the section is cleared.
4. Never exceed the rated load capacity of the hoist.
5. Do not use the hoist for lifting or supporting people.
6. Always inspect the hoist before use.
7. Never use a damaged or malfunctioning hoist.
8. Never modify or alter the hoist in any way.
9. Never use the hoist if it has been exposed to corrosive materials or environments.
10. Always ensure that the load is properly attached to the hook before lifting.
11. Always ensure that the load is properly centered under the hook before lifting.
12. When using two hoists to suspend one load, select two hoists each having a rated capacity equal to or more than the load. This provides adequate safety in the event of a sudden load shift.
13. Never place your hand inside the throat area of a hook.
14. Never use the hoist load chain as a sling.
15. Never operate a hoist when the load is not centered under the hook. Do not side pull or angle load the hoist.

READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING THESE PRODUCTS. This manual contains important safety, installation and operation information.

SAFETY INFORMATION

This manual provides important information for all personnel involved with the safe installation and operation of these products. Even if you feel you are familiar with this or similar equipment, you should read this manual before operating the product.

Danger, Warning, Caution and Notice
Throughout this manual there are steps and procedures which, if not followed, may result in a hazard. The following signal words are used to identify the level of potential hazard.

Danger is used to indicate the presence of a hazard which will cause severe injury, death, or substantial property damage if the warning is ignored.
Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard which can cause severe injury, death, or substantial property damage if the warning is ignored.
Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard which will or can cause minor injury or property damage if the warning is ignored.
Notice is used to notify people of installation, operation, or maintenance information which is important but not hazard related.

SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Ingersoll-Rand recognizes that most companies who use hoists have a safety program in force in their plants. In the event you are aware that some conflict exists between a rule set forth in this publication and a similar rule already set by an individual company, the more stringent of the two should take precedence.

Safe Operating Instructions are provided to make an operator aware of unsafe practices to avoid and are not necessarily limited to the following list. Refer to specific sections in the manual for additional safety information.

1. Only allow people, trained in safety and operation of this product, to operate the hoist.
2. Only operate a hoist if you are physically fit to do so.
3. When a “DO NOT OPERATE” sign is placed on the hoist, do not operate the hoist until the sign has been removed by designated personnel.
4. Before each shift, the operator should inspect the hoist for wear or damage.
5. Never use a hoist which inspection indicates is worn or damaged.
6. Periodically, inspect the hoist thoroughly and replace worn or damaged parts.
7. Lubricate the hoist regularly.
8. Do not use hoist if hook latch has been sprung or broken.
9. Check that the hook latches are engaged before using.
10. Never splice a hoist chain by inserting a bolt between links.
11. Only lift loads less than or equal to the rated capacity of the hoist. See “SPECIFICATIONS” section.
12. When using two hoists to suspend one load, select two hoists each having a rated capacity equal to or more than the load. This provides adequate safety in the event of a sudden load shift.
13. Never place your hand inside the throat area of a hook.
14. Never use the hoist load chain as a sling.
15. Never operate a hoist when the load is not centered under the hook. Do not “side pull” or “yard.”
16. Never operate a hoist with twisted, kinked, “capsized” or damaged load chain.
17. Do not force a chain or hook into place by hammering.
18. Never insert the point of the hook into a chain link.
19. Be certain the load is properly seated in the saddle of the hook and the hook latch is engaged.
20. Do not support the load on the tip of the hook.
21. Never run the load chain over a sharp edge. Use a sheave.
22. Pay attention to the load at all times when operating the hoist.
23. Always ensure that you, and all other people, are clear of the path of the load. Do not lift a load over people.
24. Never use the hoist for lifting or lowering people, and never allow anyone to stand on a suspended load.
25. Ease the slack out of the chain and sling when starting a lift. Do not jerk the load.
26. Do not swing a suspended load.
27. Never weld or cut on a load suspended by the hoist.
28. Never use the hoist chain as a welding electrode.
29. Do not operate hoist if chain jumping, excessive noise, jamming, overloading, or binding occurs.
30. Only operate the hoist with manual power.
31. After use, or when in a non-operational mode the chain hoist should be secured against unauthorized and unwarranted use.
32. Do not leave a load suspended when the hoist is unattended or not in use.

WARNING TAG
Each hoist is supplied from the factory with a multi-language warning tag. If the tag is not attached to your unit, order a new tag and install it.

• Do not use hoist for lifting, supporting or transporting people.

WARNING
Failure to follow these warnings may result in death, severe injury or property damage

• Do not operate this hoist before reading operation and maintenance manual.
• Do not lift more than rated load.
• Do not lift people or loads over people.
• Do not operate hoist with twisted, kinked or damaged chain.
• Do not operate a damaged or malfunctioning hoist.
• Do not operate when chain cannot form straight line with load.
• Do not operate lever hoist with handle extension.
• Do not operate hoist with other than manual power.
• Do not remove or obscure warning labels.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model No.| **Rated Capacity metric tons*| Pull to lift rated load| Load Chain size (mm)| Hand Chain O’ Hauled to lift load 1 ft (0.3 m)| No. of chain falls| Hoist Net Weight**

---|---|---|---|---|---|---
lb| kg| ft| m| lb| kg
MCH5-005| 1/2| 55| 25| 5,0| 25| 7,6| ****

1

| 19| 8,6
MCH5-010| 1| 73| 33| 6,3| 39| 11,9| 25| 11,5
MCH5-015| 1-1/2| 75| 34| 7,1| 58| 17,7| 30| 13,8
MCH5-020| 2| 75| 34| 8,0| 75| 22,9| 49| 22
MCH5-030| 3| 77| 35| 7,1| 116| 35,4| ****

2

| 49| 22
MCH5-050| 5| 86| 39| 9,0| 187| 57,0| 90| 41
VL2-005| 1/2| 55| 25,0| 5,0| 25| 7,6| ****

1

| 19| 8,6
VL2-010| 1| 73| 33,2| 6,3| 38| 11,6| 25| 11,4
VL2-015| 1-1/2| 75| 34,1| 7,1| 57| 17,4| 43| 19,5
VL2-020| 2| 75| 34,1| 8,0| 73| 22,3| 48| 21,8
VL2-030| 3| 77| 35,0| 7,1| 112| 34,1| ****

2

| 50| 22,7
VL2-050| 5| 86| 39,1| 9,0| 181| 55,2| 90| 41
VL2-080| 8| 90| 40,9| 9,0| 272| 82,9| 3| 140| 63,6
VL2-100| 10| 90| 40,9| 9,0| 362| 110,3| 4| 178| 81
VL2-150| 15| 2 x 90| 2 x 41| 9,0| 2 x 272| 2 x 82,9| 6| 375| 170
VL2-200| 20| 2 x 90| 2 x 41| 9,0| 2 x 362| 2 x 110| 8| 455| 207
SM005| 1/2| 48| 21| 5,0 x 15| 25| 7,6| ****

1

| 18| 8
SM010| 1| 75| 34| 6,3 x 19| 39| 11,9| 26| 12
SM015| 1-1/2| 84| 38| 8,0 x 24| 58| 17,7| 39| 18
SM020| 2| 81| 36| 6,3 x 19| 75| 22,9| ****

2

| 35| 16
SM030| 3| 90| 40| 8,0 x 24| 116| 35,4| 55| 25
SM050| 5| 97| 43| 9,0 x 27| 187| 57,0| 86| 39

• One metric ton equals 2200 lbs.
  ** Net weight based on standard lift. Standard lift for MCH5 and VL2 = 10 ft. Standard lift for SM = 5 ft.

INSTALLATION
Prior to installing the hoist, carefully inspect it for possible shipping damage. Lubricate load chain before initial hoist operation.

CAUTION

• Owners and users are advised to examine specific, local or other regulations which may apply to a particular type of use of this product before installing or putting hoist to use.

WARNING

• A falling load can cause injury or death. Before installing, read “SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS”.

The supporting structures and load-attaching devices used in conjunction with this hoist must provide adequate support to handle all hoist operations plus the weight of the hoist and attached equipment. This is the customer’s responsibility. If in doubt, consult a registered structural engineer.
Manual chain hoists must be used in a vertical position to provide a straight line pull from top hook to bottom hook. The hoist must be positioned so that it does not contact the support members when in use. When operating in limited areas suitable lifting attachments or slings must be used to prevent the hoist body and hand chain from being obstructed.

Initial Operating Checks
CAUTION

• Ensure hoist top hook is properly installed on the support member and the hook latch is engaged.

Operate the hoist with a test load (10% of rated capacity) by raising and lowering this load several times. Verify the load brake operation by lowering the same load to check load does not slip when lowering stops.

NOTICE

• Each time a load is lifted, the operation of the load brake should be checked by raising the load slightly and stopping to ensure the brake will hold the load before proceeding to lift the load.

Familiarize operators and people responsible for hoist installation and service with all applicable specifications prior to placing the unit into service. All the requirements of these specifications, including testing should be met before approving the hoist for operation.

OPERATION

The four most important aspects of hoist operation are:

1. Follow all safety instructions when operating the hoist.
2. Allow only people trained in safety and operation of this hoist to operate the hoist.
3. Subject each hoist to a regular inspection and maintenance procedure.
4. Be aware of the hoist capacity and weight of load at all times.

Always operate, inspect and maintain this hoist in accordance with any applicable safety codes and regulations.

WARNING

• The hoist is not designed or suitable for lifting, lowering or moving persons. Never lift loads over people.

Hoist Operation
When facing the hand chain side of the hoist: Rotate hand chain clockwise to raise load. Rotate hand chain counterclockwise to lower load.

On 15 and 20 ton VL2 hoists, use two operators, one on each of the two hand chains. To keep the load chain centered in the block assemblies, operate the hoist units simultaneously and at the same speed. An equal amount of unloaded chain must be maintained under each hoist body.

WARNING

• Do not allow load chain, on 15 and 20 ton VL2 hoists, to accumulate on one side (under one hoist body). Excessive loading to load chain anchor may occur resulting in a falling load which can cause death, injury or property damage.

NOTICE

• The clicking sound of the pawl on the ratchet gear is normal when a load is being raised.

Storing the Hoist

1. Always store the hoist in a no load condition.
2. Wipe off all dirt and water and hang in a dry place.
3. Oil the chain, hook pins and hook latch pins.
4. Before returning hoist to service follow instructions for ‘Hoists not in Regular Service’ in the “INSPECTION” section.

INSPECTION
Frequent and periodic inspections should be performed on equipment in regular service. Frequent inspections are visual examinations performed by operators or service personnel during routine hoist operation. Periodic inspections are thorough inspections performed by personnel trained in inspection and maintenance of the hoist. Careful inspection on a regular basis will reveal potentially dangerous conditions while still in the early stages, allowing corrective action to be taken before the condition becomes dangerous.
Deficiencies revealed through inspection, or noted during operation, must be reported to an appointed person. A determination must be made as to whether a deficiency constitutes a safety hazard before resuming operation of the hoist.

Records and Reports
Some form of inspection record should be maintained for each hoist, listing all points requiring periodic inspection. A written report should be made monthly on the condition of the critical parts of each hoist. These reports should be dated, signed by the person who performed the inspection, and kept on file where they are readily available for review.

Frequent Inspection
On a hoist in continuous service, frequent inspection should be made at the beginning of each shift. In addition, visual inspections should be conducted during regular service for any damage or evidence of malfunction.

1. OPERATION. Check for visual or abnormal noises which could indicate a potential problem. Do not operate a hoist unless the load chain feeds through the hoist and hook block smoothly. Listen for “clicking”, binding or malfunctioning. The clicking sound of the pawl on the ratchet gear is normal when a load is being raised. If chain binds, jumps, or is excessively noisy, clean and lubricate the chain. If problem persists, return the hoist to your nearest Ingersoll-Rand repair center. Do not operate the hoist until all problems have been corrected. Check that hand chain moves freely and without binding or excessive drag. Hook should stop moving when hand chain stops moving.
2. HOOK LATCH. Check operation of the hook latch. Replace if broken or missing.
3. HOOKS. Check for wear or damage, increased throat width, bent shank or twisting of hook. Replace hooks which exceed the throat opening discard width (15%) shown in Table 1 (ref. Dwg. MHP0040) or exceed a 10° twist (ref. Dwg. MHP0111). If the hook latch snaps past the tip of the hook, the hook is sprung and must be replaced. Check hooks swivel easily and smoothly. Repair or lubricate as necessary.
   

Table 1

MCH5 and VL2

SM

4. CHAIN (ref. Dwg. MHP0102). Examine each of the links for bending, cracks in weld areas or shoulders, transverse nicks and gouges, weld splatter, corrosion pits, striation (minute parallel lines) and chain wear, including bearing surfaces between chain links. Replace a chain that fails any of the inspections. Check lubrication and lubricate if necessary. See ‘Load Chain’ under “LUBRICATION.” CAUTION
   • The full extent of chain wear cannot be determined by visual inspection. At any indication of chain wear inspect chain and load sheave in accordance with instructions in “Periodic Inspection.”
   • A worn load chain may cause damage to the load sheave. Inspect the load sheave and replace if damaged or worn.
5. LOAD CHAIN REEVING. Make sure welds on standing links are away from load sheave. Re- install chain if necessary. Check that the last link of the load chain is securely connected. Make sure chain is not capsized, twisted or kinked. Adjust as required.

Periodic Inspection
Frequency of periodic inspection primarily depends on the severity of usage:

NORMAL HEAVY SEVERE
yearly semi-annually quarterly

Disassembly may be required for HEAVY or SEVERE usage. Keep accumulative written records of periodic inspections to provide a basis for continuing evaluation.

Inspect all items in “Frequent Inspection.” Also inspect the following:

1. FASTENERS. Check rivets, capscrews, nuts, cotter pins and other fasteners on hooks, hoist body and chain bucket, if used. Replace if missing and tighten or secure if loose.
2. ALL COMPONENTS. Inspect for wear, damage, distortion, deformation and cleanliness. If external evidence indicates the need for additional inspection return the hoist to your nearest Ingersoll-Rand service repair center.
3. HOOKS. Inspect hooks for cracks. Use magnetic particle or dye penetrant to check for cracks. Inspect hook retaining parts. Tighten or repair, if necessary. Refer to applicable specifications for additional hook inspection information.
4. CHAIN SHEAVES. Check for damage or excessive wear. If damage or wear is noted, return the hoist to your nearest Ingersoll-Rand service repair center.
5. LOAD CHAIN. Measure the chain for Table 2 stretching by measuring across five link sections all along the chain (ref. Dwg. MHP0041). When any five links in the working length reach or exceed the discard mm inch mm inch mm length shown in Table 2, replace the entire MCH5 and VL2 chain. Always use a genuine Ingersoll-Rand Material Handling replacement chain. 1/2 ton 5,0 2,95 75,0 3,03 77,0 Table 2
   Hoist Capacity| Chain Size| Normal Length| Discard Length
   ---|---|---|---
   mm| inch| mm| inch| mm

MCH5 and VL2

SM

6. BRAKES. Raise a load equal to the rated capacity of the hoist a few centimeters (inches) off the floor. Verify hoist holds the load without drift. If drift occurs, contact your nearest service repair center for repair information.
7. SUPPORTING STRUCTURE. If a permanent structure is used inspect for continued ability to support load.
8. LABELS AND TAGS. Check for presence and legibility. Replace if necessary.
9. END ANCHOR. Ensure end anchor on hoist is installed and unbent. Repair if damaged, replace if missing.

Hoists not in Regular Service

1. Hoists which have been idle for a period of one month or more, but less than one year should be given an inspection conforming with the requirements of “Frequent Inspection” before being placed in service.
2. Hoists which have been idle for a period of more than one year should be given a complete inspection conforming with the requirements of “Periodic Inspection” before being placed in service.
3. Standby hoists should be inspected at least semi-annually in accordance with the requirements of “Frequent Inspection.” In abnormal operating conditions equipment should be inspected at shorter intervals.

LUBRICATION
General
The use of thread lubricant or anti-seize compound is recommended for threaded components. Unless otherwise stated, remove old lubricant, clean the part with an acid free solvent and apply a new coating of lubricant to the part before assembly.

Gears
Unscrew nuts on the opposite side of the hoist as the hand chain, and remove gear cover and support plate. Remove old grease and replace with new. For temperatures -29° to 10° C (-20° to 50°F) use EP 1 grease or equivalent. For temperatures -1° to 49° C (30° to 120° F) use EP 2 grease or equivalent.

Load Chain
WARNING
Failure to maintain clean and well lubricated load chain may result in chain failure causing injury, death or substantial property damage.

1. Lubricate each link of the load chain weekly. Apply new lubricant over existing layer.
2. In severe applications or corrosive environment, lubricate more frequently than normal.
3. Lubricate hook and hook latch pivot points with the same lubricant used on the load chain.
4. To remove rust or abrasive dust build-up, clean chain with acid free solvent. After cleaning, lubricate the chain.
5. Use Ingersoll-Rand LUBRI-LINK-GREEN or a SAE 50 to 90 EP oil.

PARTS ORDERING INFORMATION
The use of replacement parts other than Ingersoll-Rand Material Handling may invalidate the Company’s warranty. For prompt service and genuine Ingersoll- Rand Material Handling parts provide your nearest Distributor with the following:

1. Complete model number as it appears on the nameplate.
2. Part number and part name as shown in parts manual.
3. Quantity required.

Return Goods Policy
Ingersoll-Rand will not accept any returned goods for warranty or service work unless prior arrangements have been made and written authorization has been provided from the location where the goods were purchased.
Hoists returned with opened, bent or twisted hooks, or without chain and hooks, will not be repaired or replaced under warranty.

Disposal
When the life of the hoist has expired, it is recommended that the hoist be disassembled, degreased and parts separated by material so that they can be recycled.

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

Hoist repair and maintenance should only be carried out by an Authorized Service Repair Center. Contact your nearest Ingersoll-Rand office for details.
The original language of this manual is English.
MCH5, SM and VL2 hoist Parts and Maintenance information is available in English by requesting the following publications:
MCH5 Parts, Operation and Maintenance Manual Form Number MHD56028.
SM Parts, Operation and Maintenance Manual Form Number MHD56110.
VL2 Parts, Operation and Maintenance Manual Form Number MHD56012.

Contact the nearest Ingersoll-Rand office for the name and address of the distributor in your country.

Europe, Middle East and Africa Ingersoll-Rand Material Handling
111, avenue Roger Salengro 59450 Sin Le Noble, France
Phone: (33) 27-93-08-08
Fax: (33) 27-93-08-00

Regional Offices
Switzerland and Austria Ingersoll-Rand International Sales
PO Box 146
CH-1705 Fribourg

Switzerland
Phone: (41) 3 720 5111
Fax: (41) 3 722 6359

Germany
Ingersoll-Rand GmbH
Gewerbeallëe 17
45478 Mülheim a.d. Ruhr
Germany
Phone: (49) 208-9994-0
Fax: (49) 208-9994-111

Italy
Ingersoll-Rand Italiana S.p.A.
Strada Provinciale Cassanese 20060 Vignate (Milan)
Italy
Phone: (39) 2 – 950561
Fax: (39) 2 – 95360159

Netherlands
Ingersoll-Rand Benelux
PO Box 33
2380 AA Zoeterwoude
The Netherlands
Phone: 31 71 452200
Fax: 31 71 218671

Russia
Ingersoll-Rand Company
World Trade Center
Office 1101
Krasnopresnenskaya Nab. 12 Moscow, Russia 123610

Latin America Operations Ingersoll-Rand
Production Equipment Group
730 N.W. 107 Avenue
Suite 300, Miami, FL USA
33172-3107
Phone: 305-559-0500
Fax: 305-559-7505

Asia Pacific Operations
Ingersoll-Rand (Japan) Ltd.
Shin-Yokohama Square Bldg. (5th Floor) 2-3-12 Shin-Yokohama, Kouhoku-Ku Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa Pref. 222 Japan
Phone: 81-45-476-7800
Fax: 81-45-476-7806

Canada
National Sales Office
Regional Warehouse
Toronto, Ontario
51 Worcester Road
Rexdale, Ontario M9W 4K2
Phone: 416-675-5611
Fax: 416-675-6920
Order Desk
Fax: 416-674-6549

United States
Technical Support
Ingersoll-Rand Material Handling
P.O. Box 24046
2724 Sixth Avenue South
Seattle, WA 98124-0046 USA
Phone: 206-624-0466
Fax: 206-624-6265

Ingersoll-Rand Distribution Center
P.O. Box 618
510 Hester Drive
White House, TN 37188 USA
Phone: 615-672-0321
Fax: 615-672-0801

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