GF-8 Xten Crane System Instruction Manual
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5. Connect the 2 sections of the rigging harness to the middle section of the GF-8.
Ensure that the 4 locking bolts are fastened tightly.
6. Connect the cross bar to stabilize the rigging harness. Ensure that the 2 locking pins
are inserted fully
7. For Standard Versions 1 to 16 connect the 127cm / 4ft section to the middle section.
For Standard Versions 17 and 18 connect the 150cm / 5ft section to the middle
section. Slip the connection flanges into each other and secure with the provided
safety pin.
Connect the respective127cm or 150cm parallelogram rod to the middle section,
mount the sliding weight and secure with the locking screw. Connect the rod to the
angle adjuster and secure it with a safety pin at each end. Other shorter versions can
be built by using the 100cm / 3’ 3” or 150cm / 5’ extension and its parallelogram rod.
Tip
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The angle adjuster has an integrated leveller. By turning it, the vertical plate
on the angle adjuster can be set to a perfect right angle. Correct setting of the angle
adjuster enhances the crane’s balance.
Tip
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To avoid the sections jamming or getting stuck make sure that the sections
are joined parallel. Using a small amount of lubricant also helps. We suggest rubbing
the joints with an oiled rag.
Mounting an extension arm
Securing the arm with a safety pin
8. Connect one of the angle adjusters to the end of the 127cm /4ft section and secure it
with the provided safety pin.
Integrated leveller
Securing the rod with safety pin
Securing with a safety pin
