ASME HST-2–2014

[Revision of ASME HST-2–1999 (R2010)]

Performance Standard
for Hand Chain
Manually Operated
Chain Hoists

A N A M E R I C A N N AT I O N A L STA N DA R D

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 ASME HST-2–2014
[Revision of ASME HST-2M–1999 (R2010)]

Performance Standard
for Hand Chain
Manually Operated
Chain Hoists

A N A M E R I C A N N AT I O N A L S TA N D A R D

Two Park Avenue • New York, NY • 10016 USA

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 Date of Issuance: September 16, 2014

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 CONTENTS

Foreword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Committee Roster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Correspondence With the HST Committee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi
Chapter 2-0 Scope, Definitions, References, and Appendices
Section 2-0.1 Scope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Section 2-0.2 Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Section 2-0.3 References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Section 2-0.4 Appendices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Chapter 2-1 Performance
Section 2-1.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Section 2-1.2 Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Section 2-1.3 Application Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Section 2-1.4 Specifications of Lift, Headroom, and Reach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Section 2-1.5 Trolleys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Section 2-1.6 Overload Limiting Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Section 2-1.7 Load Sprockets (Pocket Wheels) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Section 2-1.8 Load Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Section 2-1.9 Hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Section 2-1.10 Load Blocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Section 2-1.11 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Section 2-1.12 Overtravel Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Section 2-1.13 Typical Hoist Inquiry Data Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Figure
2-0.2-1 Headroom, Lift, and Reach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Tables
2-1.2-1 Typical Hoist Characteristics — Hook Suspended or Clevis
Suspended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2-1.2-2 Typical Trolley-Suspended Hoist Characteristics (Hoist Suspended
From a Separate Trolley) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2-1.2-3 Typical Trolley-Suspended Hoist Characteristics (Integral) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Form
2-1.13-1 Typical Hoist Inquiry Data Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Nonmandatory Appendix
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A Performance Requirements for Hand Chain Manually Operated Chain

Hoists Used in Marine and Other Applications as Required by the
U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

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 FOREWORD

This Standard is one in a series that provide performance requirements for hoists and was
originally issued in 1983. It was developed by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers
(ASME) HST Standards Committee, Hoists — Overhead. It is intended to serve as a guide to
manufacturers of the equipment and to the purchasers and users of the equipment.
Standards in this series are
HST-l, Electric Chain Hoists
HST-2, Hand Chain Manually Operated Chain Hoists
HST-3, Manually Lever Operated Chain Hoists
HST-4, Electric Wire Rope Hoists
HST-5, Air Chain Hoists
HST-6, Air Wire Rope Hoists
This revision contains a Nonmandatory Appendix that, in conjunction with ASME HST-2, is
intended to replace MIL-H-904.
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address below.
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HST Committee, The American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Two Park Avenue, New York,
NY 10016-5990.
This Standard was approved as an American National Standard on May 29, 2014.

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 ASME HST COMMITTEE
Hoists — Overhead
(The following is the roster of the Committee at the time of approval of this Standard.)

STANDARDS COMMITTEE OFFICERS

W. E. Osborn, Chair
E. K. Marburg, Vice Chair
M. R. Gerson, Secretary

STANDARDS COMMITTEE PERSONNEL

J. R. Burkey, Columbus McKinnon Corp. F. G. Heath, Heath & Associates
B. M. Casey, General Dynamics Electric Boat E. K. Marburg, Columbus McKinnon Corp.
J. Davis, Consultant W. E. Osborn, Ingersoll Rand
M. R. Gerson, The American Society of Mechanical Engineers R. B. Wehrmeister, Advanced Overhead Crane
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PERFORMANCE STANDARD FOR HAND CHAIN MANUALLY

OPERATED CHAIN HOISTS

Chapter 2-0
Scope, Definitions, References, and Appendices

SECTION 2-0.1 SCOPE beam: an overhead standard structural shape or specially

fabricated shape on which a trolley operates.
(a) This Standard establishes performance require-
ments for hand chain manually operated chain hoists clevis-suspended hoist: a hoist suspended by means of a
for vertical lifting service involving material handling clevis or eye at the top of the hoist [see Fig. 2-0.2-1,
of freely suspended (unguided) loads, using welded link illustration (a)].
type load chain as a lifting medium, with one of the hand chain: an endless loop of chain suspended from the
following types of suspension: hoist (or trolley) and used to provide motion to the load
(1) hook or clevis hook (or trolley) (see Fig. 2-0.2-1).
(2) trolley hand chain drop: the distance to the lowest point of the
(b) This Standard is applicable to hoists manufactured hand chain measured from the saddle of the load hook
after the date on which this Standard is issued. Differen- at its upper limit of travel (see Fig. 2-0.2-1).
tial pulley and self-locking worm drive type hoists are hand chain operated hoist: a suspended machinery unit
not covered in this Standard. that, by use of manual operation, is used for lifting or
(c) This Standard is not applicable to lowering a freely suspended (unguided) load.
(1) damaged or malfunctioning hoists
hand chain overhaul: the number of feet (meters) the hand
(2) hoists that have been misused or abused chain must travel to raise the load hook 1 ft (1 m).
(3) hoists that have been altered without authoriza-
hand chain pull: the average force measured in pounds
tion of the manufacturer or a qualified person
(kilonewtons) exerted by the operator on the hoist hand
(4) hoists used for lifting or supporting people
chain to lift the rated load.
(5) hoists used for the purpose of drawing both the
load and the hoist up or down the hoist’s own load chain hand chain wheel: a wheel with formed pockets on its
(6) hoists used for marine and other applications periphery to allow torque to be transmitted when a force
as required by the Department of Defense (DOD) is applied to the hand chain.
The requirements of this Standard shall be applied hazardous (classified) locations: locations where fire or

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together with the requirements of ASME B30.16. Please explosion hazards may exist. Locations are classified
also refer to ASME B30.16 for requirements pertaining to depending on the properties of the flammable vapors,
marking, construction, installation, inspection, testing, liquids, or gases, or combustible dust or fibers that may
maintenance, and operation. be present, and the likelihood that a flammable or com-
bustible concentration or quantity is present. Refer to
ANSI/NFPA 70.
SECTION 2-0.2 DEFINITIONS Class 1 locations: locations in which flammable gases
or vapors are or may be present in the air in quantities
abnormal operating conditions: environmental conditions sufficient to produce explosive or ignitable mixtures.
that are unfavorable, harmful, or detrimental to or for Class 2 locations: locations that are hazardous because
the operation of a hoist, such as excessively high or low of the presence of combustible dust.
ambient temperatures, exposure to weather, corrosive
Class 3 locations: locations that are hazardous because
fumes, dust-laden or moisture-laden atmospheres, and
of the presence of easily ignitable fibers or flyings, but
hazardous locations.
in which such fibers or flyings are not likely to be in
ambient temperature: the temperature of the atmosphere suspension in the air in quantities sufficient to produce
surrounding the hoist. ignitable mixtures.

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Headroom
Headroom Load hook at
Headroom
upper limit
of travel

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Reach
Hoist Hoist Hoist
hand hand Hand hand
chain chain chain
ASME HST-2–2014

Reach Hand Hand chain

Reach drop
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headroom: headroom is measured with the load hook at parts (lines): number of lines of chain supporting the
its upper limit of travel, and is the distance from the load block or hook.
saddle of the load hook to the following (see Fig. 2-0.2-1): qualified person: a person who, by possession of a recog-
(a) saddle of the top hook on hook-suspended hoists nized degree or certificate of professional standing, or
(b) saddle of clevis on clevis-suspended hoists

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by extensive knowledge, training, and experience, has
(c) wheel treadline on trolley-suspended hoists successfully demonstrated the ability to solve or resolve
hook latch: a mechanical device to close (bridge) the throat problems relating to the subject matter and work.
opening of a hook. rated load: the maximum load for which a hoist or trolley
hook-suspended hoist: suspension of a hoist from a trolley is designated by the manufacturer or qualified person.
or rigid structure by means of a hook at the top of the reach: the distance from the saddle of load hook at its
hoist (see Fig. 2-0.2-1). lower limit of lift to the upper point of the headroom
idler sprocket: a device free to rotate that changes the measurement. Reach is equal to lift plus headroom (see
direction of the load chain. This device is sometimes Fig. 2-0.2-1).
called idler wheel, idler sheave, pocket wheel, or chain reeving: a system in which the load chain travels around
wheel. sprockets.
lift: the maximum vertical distance through which the shall: indicates that the rule is mandatory and must be
load hook can travel, and the total allowable hook move- followed.
ment between its upper limit of travel and its lower limit should: indicates that the rule is a recommendation, the
of travel (see Fig. 2-0.2-1). use of which depends on the facts in each situation.
lifting devices, below-the-hook: devices that are not nor- trolley: a wheeled mechanism from which a hoist is sus-
mally reeved into the hoist chain(s), such as supplemen- pended to provide horizontal motion of the hoist along
tal devices used for hanging or attaching to the load. a beam.
The weight of these devices is to be considered part of trolley-suspended hoist: a hoist suspended from a trolley.
the load to be lifted. A hoist can be connected to a trolley by hook or clevis, or
load: the total imposed weight on the load block or load the hoist can be integral with the trolley (see Fig. 2-0.2-1).
hook, including the weight of lifting devices.
load block: the assembly of hook or shackle, swivel, bear- SECTION 2-0.3 REFERENCES
ing, pins, sprocket, and frame suspended by the load The following is a list of publications referenced in
chain. This shall include all appurtenances reeved into this Standard. The latest issue shall apply.
the load chain.
ANSI/NFPA 70, National Electrical Code
load chain: the load suspension chain in the hoist con-
Publisher: National Fire Protection Association (NFPA),
sisting of a series of interwoven links formed and
One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02169
welded.
(www.nfpa.org)
NOTE: Hand chain and load chain properties do not conform to
those shown in ASME B30.9.
ASME B30.9, Slings
ASME B30.10, Hooks
load hook: the hook used to connect the load to the hoist. ASME B30.16, Overhead Hoists (Underhung)
load sprocket: a hoist component that transmits motion Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical
to the load chain. This component is sometimes called Engineers (ASME), Two Park Avenue, New York,
load wheel, load sheave, pocket wheel, chain wheel, or NY 10016-5990; ASME Order Department: 22 Law
lift wheel. Drive, P.O. Box 2900, Fairfield, NJ 07007-2900
(www.asme.org)
load suspension parts: the means of suspension (trolley,
hook, or clevis), the chain, the sprocket(s), the structure
or housing that supports the sprocket(s), and the load SECTION 2-0.4 APPENDICES
block. Nonmandatory Appendix A, Performance
minimum radius: the smallest radius of the beam, mea- Requirements for Hand Chain Manually Operated
sured to the centerline of the web of the beam, on which Chain Hoists Used in Marine and Other Applications
the trolley will operate. as Required by the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD),
applies to the performance requirements for hoists used
normal operating conditions: conditions during which a in marine and other applications. The requirements
hoist is performing functions within the scope of the stated in Nonmandatory Appendix A are in addition
original design. to the requirements of ASME HST-2–2014 and shall be
overload: any load greater than the rated load. specifically invoked.

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Chapter 2-1
Performance

SECTION 2-1.1 GENERAL SECTION 2-1.5 TROLLEYS

All equipment selected in accordance with this 2-1.5.1 Plain Type
Standard is designed to perform satisfactorily when The plain type is recommended where trolley motion
used in accordance with Chapters 16-2 through 16-4 of is infrequent or relatively short. Due to the required
ASME B30.16. force to manually operate this type of trolley, it is also
All equipment shall provide hand chain pull, hand recommended that plain trolleys be limited to a maxi-
chain, overhaul, lift, and headroom in accordance with mum of 3 tons (3 000 kg) capacity with the elevation of
manufacturer’s specifications or to specifications agreed the beam not more than 20 ft (6 m) above the operator’s
upon by the manufacturer and user. floor level.
(a) The hand chain shall be guided to guard against
SECTION 2-1.2 CHARACTERISTICS disengagement from the hand chain wheel.
Table 2-1.2-1 denotes the typical hoist characteristics (b) The hand chain shall withstand, without perma-
for hook-suspended or clevis-suspended hoists. nent distortion, a pull of 3 times the pull required to lift
Table 2-1.2-2 denotes the typical hoist characteristics rated load (hoist) or a pull of 3 times the pull required
for trolley-suspended hoists where the trolley is separate to traverse the trolley with rated load.
from the hoist. 2-1.5.2 Hand Chain Pull (Geared Trolley)
Table 2-1.2-3 denotes the typical trolley hoist charac-
The hand chain operated type is recommended where
teristics where the trolley is integral with the hoist.
trolley motion is relatively infrequent or short, and for
Characteristics not shown, such as minimum radius
those loads and beam heights where a plain type trolley
of beam, size of beam, number of parts (lines), and reach,
would be impractical. The hand chain operated trolley
should be obtained from the hoist and trolley
provides good load spotting ability.
manufacturer.
The trolley motion is obtained by pulling on the hand
chain, which rotates a hand chain wheel, which in turn
SECTION 2-1.3 APPLICATION ANALYSIS is directly connected to the trolley wheels through gears
Manually operated hand chain hoists shall be capable or sprockets. Hand chain operated trolleys are recom-
of vertical lifting or lowering a freely suspended mended for
(unguided) rated load. The supporting structure, includ- (a) capacities over 3 tons (3 000 kg)
ing trolley(s), monorail, or crane, if any, shall be designed (b) beam elevations greater than 20 ft (6 m) above
to withstand the loads and forces imposed by the hoist. operator’s position
(c) accurate load spotting ability
SECTION 2-1.4 SPECIFICATIONS OF LIFT,
HEADROOM, AND REACH SECTION 2-1.6 OVERLOAD LIMITING DEVICE
2-1.4.1 Lift An overload limiting device, when furnished, shall
Most hoists are manufactured with standard lifts. One be designed to permit operation of the hoist within its
of these standard lifts will normally be adequate for rated load and to limit the amount of overload that can
the particular requirement. It is recommended that the be lifted by a properly maintained hoist under normal
purchaser specify the required lift on the inquiry or bid operating conditions.
request. The overload limiting device may allow the lifting of
an overload, but shall be designed to prevent the lifting
2-1.4.2 Headroom of an overload that could cause damage to the hoist. This
Headroom should be specified if important to the does not imply that any overload is to be intentionally
application. applied to the hoist.
The overload limiting device is an emergency device
2-1.4.3 Reach and shall not be used to measure the maximum load to
Reach should be specified if important to the be lifted, and shall not be used to sense the overload
application. imposed by a constrained load.

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Table 2-1.2-1 Typical Hoist Characteristics — Hook Suspended or Clevis Suspended

Hand Chain
Overhaul to
Rated Load, Hand Chain Pull, Lift Load,
ton (kg) Weight, lb (kg) lbf (kN) feet/foot
[Note (1)] [Note (2)] Headroom, in. (mm) [Note (3)] [Note (3)]
1
⁄4 (227) 15–60 (7–27) 10–13 (255–330) 15–50 (0.07–0.22) 10–50
1
⁄2 (454) 15–60 (7–27) 10–15 (255–380) 26–65 (0.12–0.29) 15–50
1 (908) 20–90 (9–41) 12–16 (300–405) 50–80 (0.22–0.36) 25–50
11⁄2 (1 361) 40–130 (18–60) 13–21 (330–530) 50–105 (0.22–0.47) 35–80
2 (1 815) 45–190 (20–85) 15–21 (380–530) 70–115 (0.31–0.51) 40–80
3 (2 722) 65–240 (30–110) 19–32 (480–810) 54–110 (0.24–0.49) 70–160
4 (3 629) 90–280 (41–125) 21–38 (530–965) 70–120 (0.31–0.53) 80–130
5 (4 536) 70–345 (32–155) 24–44 (610–1 120) 65–105 (0.29–0.47) 125–240
6 (5 443) 125–345 (55–155) 24–44 (610–1 120) 80–125 (0.36–0.56) 125–175
8 (7 258) 140–430 (65–195) 26–48 (660–1 220) 50–130 (0.22–0.58) 165–390
10 (9 072) 135–560 (60–255) 27–52 (685–1 320) 70–135 (0.31–0.60) 210–395
12 (10 887) 210–830 (95–375) 32–52 (810–1 320) 85–125 (0.38–0.56) 170–390
16 (14 516) 550–1,010 (250–460) 34–60 (860–1 525) 80–130 (0.36–0.58) 235–540
20 (18 144) 990–1,180 (450–535) 57–66 (1 450–1 680) 70–135 (0.31–0.60) 290–420
25 (22 680) 1,000–1,250 (455–565) 57–66 (1 450–1 680) 90–165 (0.40–0.73) 345–420
30 (27 216) 1,400–2,600 (635–1 180) 63–70 (1 600–1 780) 90–120 (0.40–0.53) 380–510
40 (36 288) 2,000–3,200 (910–1 450) 77–80 (1 955–2 030) 85–135 (0.38–0.60) 460–770
50 (45 360) 2,000–3,200 (910–1 450) 77–80 (1 955–2 030) 110–135 (0.49–0.60) 460–770

GENERAL NOTE: This Table indicates the characteristics of hoists generally available. Those values including dash (e.g., 11–44) denote typical
ranges. Consult manufacturer for specifics.
NOTES:
(1) Tons of 2,000 lb.
(2) Standard lifts are 8 ft, 0 in. (2.4 m). Weights are predicated on standard lifts and include typical trolley weight. Corresponding hand
chain drop is normally 2 ft, 0 in. (0.6 m) less than the reach. Other lifts are available.
(3) Values refer to each hand chain where two hand chains are required.

SECTION 2-1.7 LOAD SPROCKETS (POCKET (c) If a load is supported by more than one part (line)
WHEELS) of load chain, the tension on the parts (lines) shall be
equalized.
(a) Load sprockets shall have pockets formed to allow
proper engagement of the load chain.
SECTION 2-1.9 HOOKS
(b) Load sprockets shall be guarded to minimize
entrance of foreign objects. Hooks shall follow the guidance of ASME B30.10,
(c) Provision shall be made to guard against jamming Hooks.
of the load chain with the hoist mechanism under nor- (a) If the hooks are of the swiveling type, they should
mal operating conditions. be free to rotate. Load hooks should be capable of rotat-
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(b) Hooks shall incorporate latches unless the applica-
SECTION 2-1.8 LOAD CHAIN tion makes the use of the latch impractical. When
required, a latch shall be provided to bridge the opening
The hoist shall lift or lower the rated load in a con-
of the hook for the purpose of retaining slings, chains,
trolled manner when a manual force is applied to the
etc., under slack conditions.
hand chain. When equipped with more than one hand
chain, the hand chain pull indicates the required pull
SECTION 2-1.10 LOAD BLOCKS
for each hand chain.
(a) Load chain shall be suitable for hoist service. Load blocks shall be guarded against load chain jam-
Chain shall be accurately pitched to pass over sprockets ming under normal operating conditions.
without binding.
(b) Load chains shall be proof tested by the chain SECTION 2-1.11 BRAKES
manufacturer or hoist manufacturer with a load at least The hoist shall be equipped with a brake that shall
equivalent to 11⁄2 times the hoist rated load divided by sustain and control the rated load when the hoist is
the number of chain parts (lines) supporting the load. being operated in either direction.

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Table 2-1.2-2 Typical Trolley-Suspended Hoist Characteristics

(Hoist Suspended From a Separate Trolley)
Hand Chain
Overhaul to
Rated Load, Hand Chain Pull, Lift Load,
ton (kg) Weight, lb (kg) lbf (kN) feet/foot
[Note (1)] [Note (2)] Headroom, in. (mm) [Note (3)] [Note (3)]
1
⁄4 (227) 40–260 (18–120) 10–19 (255–485) 15–50 (0.07–0.22) 10–50
1
⁄2 (454) 40–260 (18–120) 14–19 (355–485) 20–60 (0.09–0.27) 15–60
1 (908) 55–260 (25–120) 14–19 (355–485) 45–80 (0.20–0.36) 25–60
11⁄2 (1 361) 60–310 (27–140) 18–25 (460–635) 40–105 (0.18–0.47) 35–90
2 (1 815) 85–325 (39–145) 18–25 (460–635) 55–115 (0.24–0.51) 40–90
3 (2 722) 155–565 (70–255) 23–31 (585–790) 40–110 (0.18–0.49) 65–180
4 (3 629) 179–575 (81–260) 24–35 (610–890) 55–140 (0.24–0.62) 70–180
5 (4 536) 250–950 (115–430) 27–37 (685–940) 45–105 (0.20–0.47) 125–260
6 (5 443) 264–1,350 (119–610) 28–36 (710–915) 55-140 (0.24–0.62) 155–260
8 (7 258) 410–1,460 (185–660) 36–44 (915–1 120) 45–165 (0.20–0.73) 130–500
10 (9 072) 483–1,460 (219–660) 36–44 (915–1 120) 55–115 (0.24–0.51) 230–500
12 (10 887) 490–2,410 (220–1 095) 36–63 (915–1 600) 60–176 (0.27–0.78) 105–500
16 (14 516) 1,051–2,700 (476–1 225) 39–71 (990–1 800) 70–182 (0.31–0.81) 232–710
20 (18 144) 1,400–2,700 (635–1 225) 70–78 (1 780–1 980) 73–190 (0.32–0.84) 290–770
24 (21 816) 1,400–2,700 (635–1 225) 70–78 (1 780–1 980) 100–206 (0.44–0.92) 348–770

GENERAL NOTE: This Table indicates the characteristics of hoists generally available. Those values including dash (e.g., 11–44) denote typical
ranges. Consult manufacturer for specifics.
NOTES:
(1) Tons of 2,000 lb.
(2) Standard lifts are 8 ft, 0 in. (2.4 m). Weights are predicated on standard lifts and include typical trolley weight. Corresponding hand
chain drop is normally 2 ft, 0 in. (0.6 m) less than the reach. Other lifts are available.
(3) Values refer to each hand chain where two hand chains are required.

Table 2-1.2-3 Typical Trolley-Suspended Hoist Characteristics (Integral)

Hand Chain
Overhaul to
Rated Load, Hand Chain Pull, Lift Load,
ton (kg) Weight, lb (kg) lbf (kN) feet/foot
[Note (1)] [Note (2)] Headroom, in. (mm) [Note (3)] [Note (3)]
1
⁄4 (227) 27–258 (12–117) 6–13 (152–330) 17–24 (0.08–0.11) 25–33
1
⁄2 (454) 27–258 (12–117) 6–14 (152–356) 23–46 (0.10–0.20) 221⁄2–57
1 (908) 36–258 (16–117) 6–141⁄2 (152–368) 46–70 (0.20–0.32) 30–57
11⁄2 (1 361) 55–267 (25–121) 6–19 (152–483) 41–80 (0.18–0.36) 401⁄2–87
2 (1 815) 55–270 (25–122) 6–19 (152–483) 54–95 (0.24–0.42) 52–87
3 (2 722) 179–469 (81–213) 7–21 (178–535) 42–85 (0.19–0.38) 60–176
4 (3 629) 236–469 (107–213) 8–271⁄8 (203–689) 56–94 (0.25–0.42) 100–176
5 (4 536) 314–683 (142–310) 8–28 (203–711) 50–81 (0.22–0.36) 156–250
6 (5 443) 325–683 (147–310) 8–28 (203–711) 60–97 (0.27–0.43) 156–250
8 (7 258) 491–1,020 (223–463) 11–27 (279–685) 45–91 (0.20–0.40) 220–500
10 (9 072) 491–1,105 (223–501) 11–27 (279–685) 55–98 (0.24–0.44) 254–500
12 (10 887) 1,022–1,376 (510–624) 11–13 (279–330) 65–104 (0.29–0.46) 174–500
16 (14 516) 1,314–1,681 (596–763) 13–14 (330–356) 64–95 (0.28–0.42) 232–710
20 (18 144) 1,431–2,110 (649–957) 17–18 (432–457) 80–87 (0.36–0.39) 290–762
24 (21 816) 1,431–2,110 (649–957) 17–18 (432–457) 100–108 (0.44–0.48) 348–762

GENERAL NOTE: This Table indicates the characteristics of hoists generally available. Those values including dash (e.g., 11–44) denote typical
ranges. Consult manufacturer for specifics.
NOTES:
(1) Tons of 2,000 lb.
(2) Standard lifts are 8 ft, 0 in. (2.4 m). Weights are predicated on standard lifts and include typical trolley weight. Corresponding hand
chain drop is normally 2 ft, 0 in. (0.6 m) less than the reach. Other lifts are available.
(3) Values refer to each hand chain where two hand chains are required.

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The hoist shall be equipped with a mechanical load SECTION 2-1.12 OVERTRAVEL RESTRAINT
brake that shall perform the following functions under Before the load chain can be completely run out of
normal operating conditions with rated loads and under the hoist, it shall be restrained in its fully extended
test conditions with test loads up to 125% of rated load: position. The restraint shall be such that the unloaded
(a) stop and hold the load when hand chain(s) is hoist can withstand a lowering hand chain force equal
released to twice the pull required to lift the rated load, or the
(b) permit smooth controlled lowering of a load when hoist with rated load can withstand a lowering hand
chain force equivalent to the pull required to lift the
manual power is applied to the hand chain(s)
rated load.
(c) have provision for adjustment where necessary to
compensate for wear SECTION 2-1.13 TYPICAL HOIST INQUIRY DATA
(d) have heat dissipation capability for the specified FORM
frequency of operation See Form 2-1.13-1.
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Form 2-1.13-1 Typical Hoist Inquiry Data Form

Hoist Beam Data (Trolley-suspended hoists only)

Quantity of hoists required Type and size of beam
Rated capacity tons ( kg) Width of running flange in. ( mm)
Lift [Note (1)] ft ( m) Minimum radius of beam curves
Reach ft ( m) ft in. ( m)
Hand chain drop ft ( m) Clearance dimensions of interlocks, switches, or
Headroom in. ( mm) beam splices (if used)

Type of suspension:
Hook Clevis Trolley
Environmental conditions: Furnish complete
Trolley (Separate) information regarding any abnormal operating
Quantity of trolleys required conditions such as ambient temperatures
Rated capacity tons ( kg) below 0°F (⫺18°C) or above 130°F (54°C),
Type: Plain Hand chain operated long exposure to weather, corrosive fumes,
Hand chain drop ft ( m) dust-laden or moisture-laden atmospheres,
and hazardous locations.
Trolley (Integral)
Type: Plain Hand chain operated
Headroom (including hoist) in. ( mm)
Hand chain drop ft ( m)

NOTE:
(1) Refer to manufacturer’s catalog for standard lift that will meet the application requirement.

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NONMANDATORY APPENDIX A
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR HAND CHAIN MANUALLY
OPERATED CHAIN HOISTS USED IN MARINE AND OTHER
APPLICATIONS AS REQUIRED BY THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF
DEFENSE (DOD)

A-1 GENERAL a source of raw materials, as opposed to virgin raw

A-1.1 Scope materials.
This Nonmandatory Appendix provides performance A-1.4 References to Other Codes and Standards
requirements beyond those cited in ASME HST-2–2014 Refer to the following publications, copies of which
for hand operated chain hoists for use in marine and may be obtained from the publisher as indicated. The
other applications as required by the Department of edition bearing the latest date of issuance shall be used.
Defense (DOD).
This Nonmandatory Appendix, in conjunction with ASTM A48, Standard Specification for Gray Iron
ASME HST-2–2014, is replacing the requirements of Castings (DOD adopted)
MIL-H-904 for hand operated chain hoists. ASTM A143, Standard Practice for Safeguarding Against
Embrittlement of Hot-Dip Galvanized Structural Steel
A-1.2 Classification Products and Procedure for Detecting Embrittlement
Hand chain manually operated chain hoists shall be (DOD adopted)
of the following classes and types [see para. A-5.1(b)]. ASTM B26, Standard Specification for Aluminum-Alloy
Sand Castings (DOD adopted)
A-1.2.1 Classes ASTM B108, Standard Specification for Aluminum-
Class 1 Conventional weight, for general material Alloy Permanent Mold Castings (DOD adopted)
handling ASTM B633, Standard Specification for Electrodeposited
Class 2 Light weight, for general material handling Coatings of Zinc on Iron and Steel (DOD adopted)
Class 3 Free of cast iron load-bearing parts, used for Publisher: American Society for Testing and Materials
special purpose service (such as reactor com- (ASTM International), 100 Barr Harbor Drive, P.O. Box
ponent handling) C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959
A-1.2.2 Types (www.astm.org)
Type A Hand chain operated hoist, link chain, hook MIL-E-917, Electric Power Equipment, Basic
suspension Requirements
Type B Hand chain operated hoist, link chain, plain MIL-S-901, Shock Tests, H.I. (High-Impact) Shipboard
trolley suspension Machinery, Equipment, and Systems, Requirements
Type C Hand chain operated hoist, link chain, For
geared trolley suspension Publisher: Department of Defense (DOD),
Type D Hand chain operated hoist, link chain, low Standardization Documents Order Desk, Building 4D,
headroom, plain trolley suspension 700 Robbins Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111-5094
Type E Hand chain operated hoist, link chain, low (http://assist.daps.dla.mil)
headroom, geared trolley suspension
A-2 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A-1.3 Definitions
A-2.1 General
brittle material: material showing less than 10% elonga-
tion in gage length for the tensile test specimen. Performance requirements shall be in accordance with
ASME HST-2–2014, and as specified in this
operating cycle: the lifting and lowering of the hoist rated
Nonmandatory Appendix.
load through a minimum distance of 4 ft, with a 6-sec
maximum pause between lift and lowering. A-2.2 Application
recovered materials: materials that have been collected or Metals susceptible to corrosion attack in a seawater
recovered from solid waste and reprocessed to become environment shall be treated, plated, or painted to

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Table A-2.3.3-1 Type D, Hand Chain Operated Hoist, Link Chain, Low Headroom,
Plain Trolley Suspension
Minimum Maximum Pull
Rated Load, Standard Standard Size Maximum to Traverse Maximum Weight
ton Lift, ft of “1” Beam, Headroom, Hoist, lbf Less Track Clamp
[Note (1)] [Note (2)] in. in. [Note (3)] (Class 1), lb
1
⁄2 8 5 6 20 189
1 8 6 6 40 210
11⁄2 8 7 63⁄4 45 294
2 8 8 7 60 341
3 8 9 8 65 473

GENERAL NOTE: This Table indicates the characteristics of hoists generally available. Consult manufacturer for specifics.
NOTES:
(1) 2,000 lb per ton.
(2) Standard lifts are 8 ft, 0 in. Weights are predicated on standard lifts and include typical trolley weight. Other lifts are available.
(3) Direct pull on trolley (along direction of track) when moving on straight level track.

provide corrosion resistance. In order to minimize elec- A-2.3.4 Type E, Hand Chain Operated Hoist, Link
trolytic corrosion between dissimilar metals in contact Chain, Low Headroom, Geared Trolley Suspension.
with each other, metal-to-metal contacts shall be limited Type E shall be in accordance with the requirements of
to those metals that, when coupled, are in accordance Table A-2.3.4-1 and as specified herein.
with seawater corrosion of galvanic couples require- A-2.4 Lubrication
ments of MIL-E-917. If a metal is coated or plated, the
Lubricants used shall be readily available and be free
coating or plating metal rather than the base metal shall
of ozone-depleting chemicals (ODC).
be considered in metal-to-metal contact between parts
that depend upon coating or plating for corrosion A-2.5 Painting
resistance. Paints and coatings shall be lead free and chromate
When specified [see para. A-5.1(c)], hooks shall be free.
zinc plated in accordance with ASTM B633, Type 11,
A-2.6 Workmanship
Class Fe/Zn 12. The hook throat safety device shall
be constructed of noncorrosive material or treated for The hoist shall perform any operation specified herein
corrosion resistance. without malfunction or component failure caused by
When specified [see para. A-5.1(d)], the link load chain faulty workmanship. Edges and surfaces exposed to
and link hand chain shall be zinc plated in accordance operating and maintenance personnel shall be smooth
with ASTM B633, Type 11, Class Fe/Zn 12. The safe- and rounded so that a hazardous surface does not exist.
guarding against and procedure for detecting embrittle- A-2.7 Interchangeability
ment of zinc coating shall be in accordance with In no case shall parts be physically interchangeable
ASTM A143. or reversible unless such parts are also interchangeable
or reversible with regard to function, performance, and
A-2.3 Characteristics strength. Component parts for the same type of hoists
A-2.3.1 Type A, Hand Chain Operated Hoist, Link from the same manufacturer shall be interchangeable to
Chain, Hook Suspension. Type A hook suspension the greatest extent possible.
shall be in accordance with Table 2-1.2-1 of
ASME HST-2–2014 and as specified herein. A-3 MECHANICAL REQUIREMENTS
A-3.1 Design Stress
A-2.3.2 Types B and C, Hand Chain Operated Hoist,
The maximum combined stress in component parts
Link Chain, Plain and Geared Trolley Suspension.
shall not exceed 35% of the tensile yield strength of the
Types B and C plain and geared trolley suspension shall
material for hoist operation at rated load. The maximum
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be in accordance with Tables 2-1.2-2 and 2-1.2-3 of

combined stress in component parts shall not exceed
ASME HST-2–2014 and as specified herein.
70% of the tensile yield strength of the material. For all
A-2.3.3 Type D, Hand Chain Operated Hoist, Link classes of hoists at rated load, the safety factor for load-
Chain, Low Headroom, Plain Trolley Suspension. bearing parts shall be not less than three, based on the
Type D, low headroom, plain trolley suspension shall yield strength of the materials used, or a minimum safety
be in accordance with the requirements of Table A-2.3.3-1 factor of five, based on the ultimate strength, whichever
and as specified herein. provides the lowest design stress. For hoists requiring

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Table A-2.3.4-1 Type E, Hand Chain Operated Hoist, Link Chain, Low Headroom,
Geared Trolley Suspension
Maximum
Pull to Maximum
Rated Load, Standard Standard Size Maximum Traverse Weight Less
ton Lift, ft of “1” Beam, Headroom, Hoist, lbf Track Clamp
[Note (1)] [Note (2)] in. in. [Note (3)] (Class 1), lb

11⁄2 8 7 63⁄4 13 326

2 8 8 7 15 373
3 8 9 8 21 499
4 8 10 91⁄2 30 735
5 8 12 101⁄2 38 1,008
6 8 12 101⁄2 45 1,019

GENERAL NOTE: This Table indicates the characteristics of hoists generally available. Consult manufacturer for specifics.
NOTES:
(1) 2,000 lb per ton.
(2) Standard lifts are 8 ft, 0 in. Weights are predicated on standard lifts and include typical weight. Other lifts are available.
(3) Direct pull on trolley (along direction of track) when moving on straight level track.

repair parts, all wear parts shall be readily accessible A-3.2.4 Roller Chain. Roller chain shall be manufac-
for replacement. Equivalent spares for the same class tured from an alloy steel. Each roller chain link shall be
and type hoist shall be interchangeable. of uniform size and shape and shall seat properly in the
When specified [see para. A-5.1(e)], the hoist shall hoist chain sprocket. The roller chain shall provide a
withstand the grade A or grade B high-impact shock. safety factor of at least five for the rated load, based on
When specified, unloaded hoists, when stowed (not the ultimate strength of the material. The chain shall be
operating) on the rail, shall withstand high-impact shock securely attached to the hoist and easily removed.
in accordance with grade A of MIL-S-901, without per-
manent deformation or degradation of any operating A-3.3 Hand Chain
functions. It will be permissible for the trolley hoist to The hand chain shall be endless link chain and shall
drift along the track under shock conditions, provided have a drop that is approximately 2 ft less than the
no damage to the trolley hoist or the brake results and specified lift of the hoist. The hand chain shall have
the brake holds the hoist to the rail after the shock. Drift a minimum rated strength of at least three times the
shall be not greater than 1 in. maximum chain pull required to lift the rated load.

A-3.2 Load Chain A-3.3.1 Hand Chain Wheels. The wheels shall be
equipped with a chain guide that will permit operation
As specified [see para. A-5.1(f)], load chain shall be
of the hand chain from an angle 10 deg out from either
link type or roller type. The ends of the load chain shall
side of the chain wheel without slipping or jumping the
permit ready replacement of the chain. The load chain
wheel rim. The hand chain wheel shall be compatible
shall have a safety factor of five for the rated load of
with the chain material selected.
the hoist, based on the ultimate strength of the material.

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A-3.2.1 Load Chain Container. When specified [see A-3.4 Load Hooks
para. A-5.1(f)], hoists shall be equipped with a load Hook throat openings shall be in accordance with the
chain container of durable construction to store the slack dimensions shown in Table A-3.4-1. The hook shall be
load chain. The load chain container shall have sufficient clearly marked with manufacturer identification and
volume to contain the slack load chain and shall be allowable hook load or allowable hook load designator.
located to prevent interference with the hoist operation. Positive means shall be provided to prevent the load
hook from loosening due to rotation of the load.
A-3.2.2 Load Chain Sprocket and Shaft. The load
chain sprocket may be integral with or rigidly connected A-3.5 Construction
to the load chain shaft. Welding of the load chain
Rotating shafts shall be supported in antifriction,
sprocket to the shaft is not permitted.
lubricated, or self-lubricated bearings or bushings. Shaft
A-3.2.3 Link Chain. Link chain shall provide a safety bushings or bearings shall be enclosed against entry of
factor not less than five for the hoist rated load, based foreign matter. Rotating and sliding surfaces shall be
on the ultimate strength of the material. lubricated. Each link of the load chain (link chain type)

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Table A-3.4-1 Hook Throat Openings A-3.5.2.3 Hoist Track Clamps. When specified [see
Hoist Rated Minimum Hook
para. A-5.1(h)], quick-acting track clamps shall be
Load, lb Throat Opening, in. provided for locking fully loaded trolley hoists to the
track. The clamps shall be adjustable for wear and shall
1,000 0.750 function on curved or straight track. The clamps shall
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3,000 1.000
wheel bearing load, and in such a manner that the
4,000 1.125
5,000 1.125 stresses resulting from locking will be taken up in the
6,000 1.500 trolley frame. The hand pull required to set or release
7,500 1.375 the trolley track clamps shall be not greater than 80 lb.
10,000 1.625 The chain or lanyard drop from the beam shall end
11,000 2.000 approximately 2 ft less than the specified lift of the hoist.
13,000 2.063
15,000 2.063 A-3.6 Chain Guides
17,000 2.063
Enclosed chain guides shall be provided to ensure
20,000 2.250
25,000 2.250 that the hoist load chain enters the sprocket in the proper
30,000 2.750 position to prevent misalignment or jamming of the hoist
40,000 3.000 load chain and sprocket. These guides, if bolted on, shall
have means to prevent loosening under vibration.
A-3.7 Overload Protection
shall be of uniform size and shape, free from scale and Overload limiting devices shall not be used in naval
laminations at the welds, and shall seat properly in the applications.
hoist chain sheave pockets. The chain shall be free from
A-3.8 Materials
any tendency to snarl. Chain replacement shall be
accomplished by use of simple hand tools. Gears shall Materials used shall be of sufficient hardness and
be enclosed against foreign matter (such as dirt, dust, strength to withstand intended use and applicable tests.
and water spray) in a casing that will permit ready access A-3.8.1 Recycled, Recovered, or Environmentally
for inspection and cleaning. Positive means of securing Preferable Materials. Recycled, recovered (see para.
loose parts shall be provided to prevent any component A-1.3), or environmentally preferable materials should
from working loose. be used to the maximum extent possible, provided that
A-3.5.1 Hoist Brake. Hoist construction shall pro- the material meets or exceeds the operational and main-
vide for automatic brake operation to secure a sus- tenance requirements and promotes economically
pended load if the hand chain is released or the advantageous life cycle costs.
operating mechanism fails. Lowering shall be possible A-3.8.2 Prohibited Materials. Cadmium, asbestos,
only by manual operation of the hoist hand chain. The beryllium, brittle materials, and magnesium or magne-
brake device shall be self adjusting for the service life sium-based alloys (except steel or aluminum alloys that
of the brake lining. The brake shall support the required contain less than 0.5% magnesium) shall not be used
hoist loads with no evidence of permanent deformation unless otherwise specified.
or excessive wear. The brake device and brake surfaces
A-3.8.3 Material for Class 3 Hoists. Metal castings,
shall be protected against the retention of dirt, dust, and
weldments, and steel forging used for load-bearing parts
water.
on Class 3 hoists shall be inspected as specified. Cast
A-3.5.2 Trolleys (Plain and Geared) iron shall not be used for load-bearing parts. Cast iron
for nonload-bearing parts shall be in accordance with
A-3.5.2.1 Trolley Wheels. Unless otherwise speci- ASTM A48, Class 35 or better.
fied [see para. A-5.1(g)], trolley wheel spacing shall be
suitable for use on applicable standard “I” beam flange A-3.8.4 Aluminum. Aluminum castings shall
size. Means shall be provided to prevent the trolley be in accordance with ASTM B26 or ASTM B108,
wheel flanges from riding up onto the supporting beam. Type UNS A03560, temper T6.
The operating device for geared trolleys shall be a chain
wheel equipped with an endless link chain that shall A-4 TESTING, MARKING, AND DATA
have a drop of approximately 2 ft less than the specified A-4.1 Testing
lift of the hoist.
A-4.1.1 High-Impact Shock. Hoists, when specified
A-3.5.2.2 Trolley Equalizers. Means shall be pro- [see para. A-5.1(e)], shall undergo the high-impact shock
vided for distributing the hoist load equally into the test in accordance with MIL-S-901. Hoists shall undergo
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mountings shall not be used. Trolley hoists shall be along a straight portion of track shall be determined by
secured only by their own track clamps. Trolley hoists attaching a cable or cord to the trolley, passing the cable
and hook suspension hoists shall be mounted in their or cord over a sheave suspended from the track at a
normal position. Hoists shall have the load hook or load reasonable distance from the trolley, and measuring the
block retracted for the test. The chain shall be looped required pull by means of weights or a spring balance
in loops not to exceed 2 ft, and secured in or lashed to attached to the cable or cord.
the load hook during the test. The test fixture for mount-
A-4.1.5 Geared Trolley. The pull required on the
ing the hoist shall conform, as applicable, to the deck-
geared trolley hand chain to move a capacity-loaded
platform or bulkhead mounting figures shown in
hoist (gear trolley suspension) along a straight portion
MIL-S-901. The test fixture for mounting hoists differing
of track shall be determined by attaching weights or a
from those specified shall require prior review by the
spring balance attached to the chain.
acquisition activity. Shock tests shall conform to the
requirements as specified for the lightweight or medium A-4.1.6 Track Clamp. The track clamp shall be tested
weight test. Following successful completion of high- with the hoist loaded to its rated load by subjecting the
impact shock test, the hoist shall be subjected to the trolley to a pull in either direction, parallel to the track,
following tests. equal to one-third of the hoist rated load. The trolley
A-4.1.2 Static Load. The hoist shall support a static track clamps shall show no sign of slipping or of perma-
load of twice the maximum rated load for 10 min. The nent deformation.
load shall be suspended with the hoist load chain A-4.1.7 Endurance. Hoists of all classes and types
extended to the limit of the hoist rated lift height. This shall be tested to 5,000 continuous operating cycles (see
extension may be changed to not less than 1 ft, provided para. A-1.3) when single reeved. The operating cycles
the contractor demonstrates that the entire length of for testing multiple reeved hoists shall be determined
chain will support 200% of rated load. The suspended by dividing 5,000 by the number of hoist load lines. This
test load shall be held by the hoist brake for 10 min. test shall be performed at a minimum speed of 15 ft/min
and a maximum speed of 70 ft/min. All hoists shall be

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A-4.1.2.1 Dynamic Load. The hoist shall be loaded
to 150% of rated load and operated by hoisting and clean and free of foreign material and excess lubricant.
lowering the test load through the required lift height. During operation of these hoists, no wear particles
With the test load clear of the ground, a minimal length greater than 0.031 in. in any direction shall be generated.
of 1 ft of load chain shall be overhauled in each direction. Operation of the hoists may be accomplished by means
This test shall be performed at a minimum hand speed of power-operated equipment.
of 10 ft/min. Trolley-type hoists shall be operated back
and forth over a section of track 8 ft or more in length,
A-4.2 Marking
with the 150% load in suspension. This test shall be A-4.2.1 Identification. In addition to the require-
performed 10 times at a minimum trolley speed of ments of Section 16-1.1 of ASME B30.16, the hoist shall
15 ft/min. Hoist and trolley shall operate satisfactorily be identified with the following:
and the brake shall exhibit no sign of slippage. (a) hoist weight and shock (grade), as applicable
A-4.1.3 Efficiency. The hoists shall be loaded to (b) Class and Type, as applicable
rated capacity and operated to raise the load through (c) rated load
any conveniently measured distance. The number of feet (d) Nonmandatory Appendix A, ASME HST-2–2014
of hand chain passed by a reference mark in raising the (e) national stock number (NSN), if established
load to the selected height and the tension in the hand (f) manufacturer’s model number, part number, or
chain, measured with an accurate spring balance for serial number
attached weights, shall be recorded. The mechanical effi- (g) contract or order number
ciency of the hoist shall be determined from the follow- (h) manufacturer’s name or trademark
ing formula: (i) date of manufacture
E p C ⴛ L ⴛ 100/P ⴛ T A-4.2.2 Class 3 Marking. For Class 3 hoists, space
shall be provided, either on the identification plate or
where in another prominent location, for a 21-word inscription
C p rated capacity of hoists, lb (135 spaces) of 0.125 in. (min.) size lettering.
E p mechanical efficiency in percent of 100 Metal castings for load-bearing parts of Class 3 hoists
L p distance lifted, ft shall be identified with the foundry heat number cast
P p mean operating force, lbf or stamped on a raised pad 0.125 in. above the casting
T p number of feet of hand chain to raise load surface using 0.250 in. letters. When a raised pad is not
A-4.1.4 Plain Trolley. The pull required to move the practical due to space or function, the heat number shall
hoist loaded to its rated load (plain trolley suspension) be applied in a legible, permanent manner.

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A-4.3 Data (b) Class, Type, and rated load of hoist required (see
A-4.3.1 Technical Manuals. When specified [see para. A-1.2). When Class 3 is specified, special service
para. A-5.1(i)] in the contract or order, the manufacturer should be defined.
shall prepare technical manuals in accordance with the (c) if zinc coating of hooks is required (see para.
data ordering documents and include the following: A-2.2).
(a) complete list of material (d) if zinc plating is required for load chain (see para.
(b) identification of each component for replacement A-2.2).
(c) final drawings (e) hoist shock resistance grade A or grade B (see
para. A-3.1).
A-5 TYPICAL HOIST INQUIRY DATA (f) if chain container is required (see para. A-3.2.1).
A-5.1 Acquisition (g) trolley wheel spacing, if other than specified (see
In addition to the typical hoist inquiry data of ASME para. A-3.5.2.1)
HST-2–2014, acquisition documents must specify the (h) specify track clamps, if required (see para.
following: A-3.5.2.3).
(a) Nonmandatory Appendix A, ASME HST-2–2014. (i) if technical manual is required (see para. A-4.3.1).

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