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General cautions and warnings

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All WLL’s indicated in this catalogue or in other Green Pin literature or publications are only applicable to
recently-supplied, new and unused products used under prescribed operating conditions. Any extreme
circumstances or shock loading that occur during use must be taken into account when specifying the
products to be used. INTRODUCTION

The WLL should be applied in in-line lifting. Overloads must be avoided. Side loads should be avoided
too, as the products are not designed for this purpose and the application of a side load may significantly
decrease product life. The WLL of the product represents the limit in static use. In case of dynamic use
(breaking, accelerations, shocks), the effective stress on the product increases significantly which can lead
to product failure.
Products must be regularly inspected in accordance with the safety standards valid in the country of use.
This is required because the products in use may be affected by wear, misuse, overloading etc. which may
lead to deformation and alteration of the material structure. Inspection should take place at least every six
months and more frequently when the products are used in severe operating conditions.
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Green Pin is constantly improving products to make sure they meet the latest industry standards. Therefore
some dimensions or product markings may differ from those stated in this catalogue. The characteristics
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mentioned in this catalogue or in other Green Pin literature or publications are given merely as an indication.
Green Pin reserves the right to make any suitable modification to any product, even after acceptance of
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the customer order. The essential characteristics and performances of the products shall not be negatively
affected by such modifications. Any critical dimensions or characteristics should be verified with our
engineering department before ordering the product.
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Green Pin products are typically used to transfer loads during lifting, lashing or towing. These fittings are
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usually combined with steel wire rope, chain or synthetic rope or chain (Green Pin Tycan chain) to form
a lifting sling. You must therefore conduct the following verifications to safely use the products:
Verification before first use
Before first use of the sling it should be ensured that:
• The sling meets the exact requirements specified in the order;
• The valid manufacturer certificate and CE declaration are at hand;
• The identification and the WLL mentioned on the sling correspond to the information stated on
the certificate;
• Full details of the sling (components, diameter, number of legs, angle, grade) are recorded in the register
of lifting equipment;
• The users of the sling have received appropriate instruction and training.

Verification before each use
Before each use the sling should be visually inspected for obvious damage or deterioration. If faults are
found during this inspection, the sling should be withdrawn from service and referred to a competent person
for thorough examination. Some parts can be replaced or the complete sling can be discarded.
A thorough inspection should be carried out by a competent person at intervals not exceeding six months
and more frequently when the slings are used in severe operation conditions. Records of such inspections
should be maintained. Slings should be thoroughly cleaned to remove any oil, dirt or rust prior to inspection.
Any cleaning method which does not damage the material is acceptable. Avoid the use of acids, overheating,
removal of metal or movement of metal which may cover cracks or surface defects.

The sling should be inspected throughout its full length to detect any evidence of wear, distortion or
external damage.
Any replacement component or part of the sling should be in accordance with the appropriate European
Standard or the safety standards given in the country of use for that component or part. If a chain link in
one of the legs of a chain sling is damaged, then the entire chain leg should be replaced. The repair of a link
in a welded chain sling should exclusively be carried out by the chain manufacturer using the adequate
welding process. Components showing any defects should be discarded and replaced. When replacing
a mechanically assembled component, always use a replacement component that meets the certification
requirements of the sling.

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