Renfroe Plate Clamps Usage Guidelines

A pointing out and notice of danger. The purpose of a “warning” is to apprise operators and all other affected persons of the existence of danger of which they should be, but may not be aware of; and to enable the operators
to protect themselves and others, where applicable, against such danger. An attempt is made herein to warn against reasonable and reasonably foreseeable danger in the proper use and possible misuse of Renfroe products depicted in our catalog.

DO consult Operator’s Manual or Renfroe when in doubt. Renfroe factory representatives are available upon request at no charge to train and assist in establishing the proper use of RENFROE products. DO Lock clamp closed before lifting load. NEVER lift with lock in open or “lock open” position. DO use hooks with latches. NEVER use a connection that may release clamp. DO inspect clamp before each lift. Follow inspection and maintenance instructions outlined in this manual and use RENFROE replacement parts to ensure proper clamp operation. DO use correct clamp for job. NEVER use large capacity clamps to lift light loads. DO use an adequate number of clamps to balance load. NEVER lift loads that are not balanced.

DO use clamps within their rated capacity. NEVER overload clamps. DON’T attach clamp directly to crane hook, always use a sling between crane hook and clamp. DON’T side load with a straight shackle clamp. NEVER lift from the side with vertical clamps. DON’T lift loads over people. NEVER lift over Safety Areas or Personnel. DON’T misuse. NEVER lift plate from bottom of plate stack. DON’T rush. NEVER lift more than one plate at a time with vertical clamps. DON’T improvise. Always use correct clamp for the job. NEVER lift horizontally with a vertical clamp. DON’T use clamps that have been over-loaded. DON’T alter clamp. NEVER grind, weld or modify the clamp in any manner.