Instructions & Warnings –X100® X-Latch Kit for Crane Blocks

SAFETY INFORMATION

Hook and latch should be inspected by a qualified person before each use.
Do not use a latch that is distorted or bent.
Ensure spring will secure the latch against the notched tip of the hook.
Ensure hook supports the load.
Latch must never support the load.
When using two slings on one hook, ensure latch can operate freely and unencumbered.
Latches are intended to retain loose sling or devices under slack conditions.
Latches are not intended to carry or support any load.

WARNINGS

A complete understanding of these instructions is required before using hooks and latches of this type.
Always follow proper procedures and rigging practices. If proper procedures are not followed, loads may disengage from hook.
Failure to follow these procedures may cause serious injury or death.
Never stand under load. Falling loads may cause serious injury or death.
See OSHA Rule 1926.550(g)(4)(iv)(B).
This style of hook and latch must NEVER be used for lifting personnel.
The load must never be supported by the latch.
Hook must always support the load.
Always inspect all rigging prior to each lift.
Rigging equipment must be inspected prior to each lift by a qualified person.

Remove old damaged latch kit and discard.
Open the X100® X-Latch Kit bag and remove and count the contents on a flat and level surface.
The following items are enclosed in 5 & 7 Ton X-Latch Kits:
- (A) 1 Stamped Heavy Duty Steel Latch
- (B) 1 Latch Spring
- (C) 1 Screw
- (D) 1 Lock Nut
- (E) 1 Rapid Release Pin
The following items are enclosed in X-Latch Kits larger than 7 Ton:
- (A) 1 Stamped Heavy Duty Steel Latch
- (B) 1 Latch Spring
- (C) 1 Retaining Pin
- (D) 2 Retaining Rings
- (E) 1 Rapid Release Pin
Place the Spring (B) around the cam of the hook.
Place the front bottom end of the Latch (A) into the notched tip of the hook.
Align the front top holes of the Latch (A) to the cam holes, tucking the Spring (B) into the underside of the Latch (A).
Insert the Retaining Pin (C) or Screw (C) through the top of the Latch (A), through the Spring (B) and cam holes.
Snap the Retaining Rings (D) onto each side of the Retaining Pin (C) or screw the Lock Nut (D) onto the Screw (C) until hand tight. NOTE: Do not over-tighten Lock Nut (C).
Place the Rapid Release Pin (E) into the bottom of the Latch (A).

A. 1 Stamped Heavy Duty Steel Latch
B. 1 Latch Spring
C. 1 Screw
D. 1 Lock Nut
E. 1 Rapid Release Pin

A. 1 Stamped Heavy Duty Steel Latch
B. 1 Latch Spring
C. 1 Retaining Pin
D. 2 Retaining Rings
E. 1 Rapid Release Pin

STOCK CODE: XLAT5
FOR USE WITH: 5 Ton Crane Blocks

STOCK CODE: XLAT7
FOR USE WITH: 7 Ton Crane Blocks

STOCK CODE: XLAT5
FOR USE WITH: 5 Ton Crane Blocks

X100® X-Latch Kit for Crane Blocks