Product Manual

Use Instructions

Before using the crane for the first time, perform the “Initial Inspection” described on p. 22.

Crane operators are responsible for operating the crane in a safe manner. To reduce the likelihood of

serious personal injuries or death resulting as a consequence of negligent operation:

 Only qualified, designated crane operators should use this device. The operating instructions in this manual

supplement safe crane and hoist operation practices learned during your training program.

 ALWAYS apply the safe material handling practices learned during your training program (for example, practical

operating examination).

 All personnel not participating in crane use must stay out of the crane operation area during use. Be certain no part of

any person or object is under any part of the boom (I-beam) or the suspended load at any time and particularly before

lowering it. Instruct all persons to remain at a safe distance during operation.

 Always carefully watch the boom and any load hanging from it while using the crane.

 Always follow the hoist and trolley manufacturers’ instructions regarding proper use of their products.

 BEFORE the load is connected to the hoist, lock or immobilize the casters (for instance with chocks).

 DO NOT use the crane and notify your supervisor and authorized maintenance personnel if: 1) you observe any

damage or hear unusual noise during operation; 2) if you observe any warping or deformation of the beam, the teletubes,

the load hook or chain (or cable).

Height adjustment:

Leg

assembly

Teletube

Cotter

Height

adjustment

Fig. 6: Pin teletube at sel

ected height

Support the I-beam so that the height adjustment pins can be removed, for

instan

ce with the tines of a fork truck or by attachment to an overhead hoist.

Raise the beam to the desired height; then pin the teletubes to the leg

assemblies. Each pin must extend completely through the leg assemblies (see

Fig. 6).

Proper loading:

Position the trolley and hoist directly above the load. Proper centering requires

the operator to center the trolley and hoist above the center of the load as well

as to position the long axis of the I-beam above the center of the load. Proper

positioning is diagrammed below in Fig 7:

Fig. 7: Proper Load Lifting