Crosby S-4338 Pin Latch Instruction Manual
- June 3, 2024
- Crosby
Table of Contents
Crosby S-4338 Pin Latch Instruction
Important Safety Information
Read and Follow
- Always inspect hook and pin latch before using.
- Never use a pin latch that is distorted or bent.
- Always make sure internal spring will force the pin latch forward closing throat opening of grab hook (See Figure 1).
- When a Pin Latch is provided, it is designed to retain loose chain under slack condition.
- Always make sure hook supports the load. The pin latch must never support the load (See Figure 1, 2, 3 and 4).
- Pin latch is not intended to be an anti-fouling device.
- Recommended for use with Crosby L-1338 or L-1358 Grab Hooks.
Instructions for Assembling
- Step 1: Using a hammer and the correct roll-pin punch per chart on the right, drive the old latch pin assembly out of hook.
- Step 2: Insert new S-4338 pin assembly into hook.
- Step 3: Using hammer, tap lightly on latch pin head until guide bushing shoulder touches hook.
WARNING
- Loads may disengage from hook if proper procedures are not followed.
- A falling load may cause serious injury or death.
- Hook must always support the load. The load must never be supported by the pin latch.
- See OSHA Rule 1926.1431(g)(1)(i)(A) and 1926.1501(g)(4)(iv)(B). A hook and this style latch must not be used for lifting personnel.
- Read and understand these instructions before using hook and pin latch.
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