cam SHP Series, Operating Manual

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6. OPERATION
6.1. Safety instructions for operating the product
• A damaged or malfunctioning machine must never be used. If damage or malfunctions are
discovered during pre-operation inspection or function tests, the machine must be tagged
and removed from service.
• Check all the parts of the equipment for rust, cracks or other damage before each use.
• Only use the equipment if it is in perfect condition.
• Only use the equipment in aisles and gangways that are wide enough for the necessary
manoeuvres to be made while driving or handling the load.
• Only operate in sufficiently illuminated areas.
• Check the correct installation before you put the sideshifter into use.
• Not intended for use in areas at risk of explosion and fire.
• Define and demarcate the working area and make sure that everyone stays sufficiently clear
of the sideshifter working area at all times.
• Be aware of overhead clearances and obstacles.
• Adjust your speed according to the terrain.
• Never lift or transport an unlocked attachment.
• Do not use if there is a risk of unexpected movement, only use the vehicle on solid ground.
• Only operate the sideshifter from the operator’s seat and make sure you have a complete
overview of the work activities.
• When the machine is not in use, avoid unexpected movement by ensuring the machine is
in a stable position.
• Do not wear loose clothing or belts, cuffs, large sleeves, scarves, shirts or anything else that
may get caught in the moving parts.
• In the event of injury caused by oil escaping under pressure, immediately seek medical
assistance.
• In the event of non-envisaged workmanship or intervention, or following a procedure
different to that indicated in the manual, consult CAM attachments before proceeding in
order to ascertain its feasibility.
• Never stand or work under the sideshifter to prevent third parties from being hit by falling
objects during work.
• Transportation of non-permitted materials is forbidden.
• Do not leave your lifting device unguarded without lowering the load to the ground,
applying the handbrake and switching off the engine first.
• For safety reasons, arbitrary adaptations or modifications to the equipment are prohibited.
• Do not lift loads on inclines or gradients.
• Do not drive with a non-centred load (shifted towards the left or right).
• Make sure that the load cannot move or fall.
• Before using the sideshifter, carefully read the instructions in the manual of your lifting
device.
• The lifting device may only be driven by qualified drivers who have also been trained in the
operation of a lifting device fitted with the equipment.
• Make sure the load does not extend too far beyond the attachment. This can cause tipping
hazard.
• Only use the sideshifter in open and free spaces.