OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

1085/80 Block Grab.

1. INTENDED USE
The block grab is designed for the safe transportation of palletised brick loads. It is suitable for
handling all types of concrete products such as slabs, steel-strapped bricks, block kerb stones and
paving blocks. Any other use is prohibited! Do not exceed the load capacity. The grab is intended
for rectangular loads only. The grab may only be used in conjunction with a load restraint net.
Operators must comply with all applicable safety and accident prevention regulations.

To prevent accident-related risks, do not:

ƒ Exceed the load capacity.

ƒ Allow persons anywhere beneath the load or within the danger zone.
ƒ Transport loads with dimensions which do not correspond with the technical data of the
grab, or transport any other unauthorized loads.
ƒ Transport persons; Danger to life!
ƒ Transport animals.
ƒ Subject the grab to inclined stress or inclined lift loads.
ƒ Pull off, pull or drag loads.
ƒ Jerk, jolt or swing the load.
ƒ Load unevenly.

2. TECHNICAL DATA
Load Insertion
Type Opening width Jaw Length Weight
Capacity Depth
400 – 1100
1083/40 1500 kg 600 mm 1100 mm 190 kg
mm
400 – 1150
1085/80 1800 kg 800 mm 1200 mm 200 kg
mm
400 – 1150
1083/100 1600 kg 950 mm 1200 mm 215 kg
mm

3. SAFETY
¾ INSPECTION OBLIGATIONS
The company must ensure that the device is inspected by a suitably qualified person at
regular intervals not exceeding 6 months and that all defects found in the inspection are
rectified immediately.

¾ GENERAL SAFETY RULES

Only persons familiar with the device may operate it.
Every operator must read and understand the operating and safety instructions before
using the device for the first time.
Always be safety-conscious.
Never exceed the specified load capacity.
The operating instructions must always be kept on hand at the place of use.
A disorganized working area increases the risk of accidents.
Where any defects affect safety, stop using the device. Do not use it again until the
defect has been rectified.
Do not remove the rating plate. Replace illegible or damaged plates.
The working area must be sufficiently lit.
Unauthorized persons must not be able to access the working area.

Conquip Industrial: Waterbrook Ind Est, Alton, Hants, GU34 2UD

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 Personal protective equipment, such as protective clothing, helmets, gloves and
shoes must meet safety requirements.

¾ DUTIES OF THE HOIST OPERATOR

The hoist and load bearing mechanism must always be in an operationally safe
condition.
Do not exceed the maximum load capacity of the hoist/load bearing mechanism.
The operator is responsible for checking that the load is securely held and that no one
is standing in the danger zone of the load.
The operator must have the area of operation in full view. A guide must provide
assistance if this is not the case.
Only authorized persons are permitted to operate the hoist.

¾ VISUAL INSPECTION AND FUNCTION TEST

Check that the hoist, load bearing mechanism and grab work properly and are in
proper condition every time before use. Should any defect affect safety, the device
must be taken out of operation until the defect has been repaired! Do not use the
device until the defect has been remedied.
Perform maintenance and repair of the grab only when the grab is not in use.
Replace worn or torn jaws.
Do not use the device if there are any cracks, deformations or other types of
damages.

4. INSTALLATION AND OPERATION

I. Connection to the hoist :
Connect the grab to the hoist either:
a) By hanging the grab to the load hook of
the hoist by ring lift (1).
Or by using 1082 Fork Attachment to
attach the grab to a fork lift. In this case,
make sure there is a mechanical
connection between the grab and the
fork lift, such as heel pins or restraint
chain.

II. Adjustment of the insertion depth

a) Hold the adjustable leveling arms (2) in one

hand and turn the hinged locking pin (3)
90°.
b) Adjust the leveling arms (2) to the height of the load and put the hinged pin (3) back.
Make sure it locks.
c) Make sure the bottom of the jaws (5) will be in full contact with the bottom of the load.
d) Make sure the hinged pin (3) is still locked in place (or load might slide off).

III. Operation

a) Attach the brick grab to the hoist.

b) Adjust the leveling arms (2) to the height of the load.
c) Place the brick grab in the middle of the load and slowly let it down until the leveling arms
contact the top of the load and the automatic open-close device unlocks.
d) The grab closes when you lift the load, secure the safety net under the load and to all the
net hooks (7) and you can now safely transport the load to its destination.

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 e) Only use the handles (4) to manually guide the brick grab, avoiding backward
movements.
f) At destination, lower the brick grab carefully until the load is set down and the automatic
open-close device locks. The grab will now be ‘open’ and the jaws no loose contact with
the load.
g) You can now lift the unloaded brick grab.

5. MAINTENANCE

Perform maintenance only when the grab is not in use.

™ Weekly:
Check the screws and bolts and tighten if necessary.
Check whether the jaws are worn; clean them and replace them if necessary.
Oil the automatic open-close device, do not grease it.
Oil all bolts, joints and guides.
Replace worn safety nets immediately

In compliance with L.O.L.E.R 98 regulations, the concrete skip must be inspected by a competent
person at least once every 6 months Conquip recommend that all lifting equipment is visually
inspected before every use. Inspections should focus on signs of wear, deformations, tears,
cracks and rust.

Careful maintenance will increase the brick grab’s life span and increase safety on the construction
site.

6. TROUBLESHOOTING

In the event of equipment failure, check this table first:

Fault Clearance
The grab does not open and close Clean or replace the automatic open-close
automatically device
The load slips - Make sure the jaws are not worn out
- Make sure the load is not too heavy
- Clean the plastic foil or remove it from the load
The load hangs at an angle Spread the weight evenly

Please contact us if this table does not help you solve your problem.

7. REPAIRS
Repairs may only be carried out by a suitably qualified person or the manufacturer.
Only genuine spare parts may be used, Conquip will not be held liable for any
unauthorized modifications or conversions.

Conquip Industrial: Waterbrook Ind Est, Alton, Hants, GU34 2UD

Phone:01420 592 900 Fax:01420 592 901
1083/5-CL190308
8. INSPECTION OBLIGATIONS
The owner must ensure that the device is inspected by a suitably qualified person at regular
intervals not exceeding one year in frequency and that all defects found in the inspection are
remedied immediately.

Type:

Serial No:

Year manufactured:

First used:

Name of qualified Signature of qualified

Date Findings of inspection
person person
Inspection before use for the first
time:

Regular inspection:

Regular inspection:

Regular inspection:

Regular inspection:

Regular inspection:

Regular inspection:

Regular inspection:

Conquip Industrial: Waterbrook Ind Est, Alton, Hants, GU34 2UD

Phone:01420 592 900 Fax:01420 592 901
1083/5-CL190308