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Safety Functions:
*The emergency stop and emergency lowering device should be used only in an emergency!-If contrary to expectations, it becomes necessary to use the safety functions, the fault must be located and remedied before using the GH2 hoist again.
The function of the emergency strap:-Pulling the red strap will activate the following functions:*1st pull: Emergency stop.*2nd pull: Emergency lowering. (requires a light, constant pull)

Emergency Stop:
-If the GH2 hoist does not respond to the hand control when in use, pull the red strap lightly to deactivate all functions except the emergency lowering function. When the emergency stop has been activated, the GH2 hoist will NO LONGER FUNCTION.-The emergency stop's contact arm must be pushed in manually before the GH2 hoist will be ready for use again.
After deactivation of the emergency stop, activate the hand control twice:-The first time will reset the PC board.-The second time will switch on the hoist.

Emergency Lowering:
-If the GH2 hoist breaks down, the electric emergency lowering device can be used to lower the user safely.-The emergency lowering device is operated by a constant pull on the red strap which is also used to activate the emergency stop.-If the red strap is not pulled constantly, the emergency stop (explained above) will be active rather than the emergency lowering device, and it will not be possible to operate the GH2 hoist before the unit is reset.

Service Inspection:
-According to the international standard EN/ISO 10535, "Hoist for the transfer of disabled persons-Requirements and test methods" a safety inspection of the hoist if required annually.-Contact us to set up your annual safety and inspection appointment.-Service includes inspection of hoist system, a written report of what was inspected and replaced, and training of new members if necessary.

TROUBLESHOOTING:Does the GH2 hoist fail to respond when buttons on the hand control are pressed?-Check that the emergency stop has not been activated.-Check that the power is supplied to the hoist.-Contact us if the system does not start up. The hand control may be defective.Does the green light on the hoist blink when the batteries are recharging?-Check that the yellow charging indicator lights are on when the hoist is put in the recharging position.-Check that the power supply is switched on.-Contact us if need be.