LOAD KING 80-160, Operator'S Manual

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Lifting the Load
Follow recommended procedures for work site position, outrigger positioning, and control metering.
Always inspect downhaul weight, load line, hook and/ or any load handling equipment for damage or
excessive wear before use.
The following general instructions should be adhered to each time a lifting operation is performed.
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU KNOW THE WEIGHT OF ANY MATERIAL THAT
YOU ATTEMPT TO HANDLE. THIS CAN BE DETERMINED BY USE OF A
DYNAMOMETER OR SCALES.
STEPS TO LIFTING A LOAD
1. Determine what the total load weighs.
NOTE:
Total load includes the weight of the material being lifted plus any material handling devices
such as slings, yokes, personnel platforms, load blocks, jib deducts, etc.
2. Consult the maximum load chart on your crane and determine the correct boom radius and parts
of line required based upon your load weight using VGA ELEMENT RCI system.
3. Check the configuration setting number for the VGA ELEMENT RCI - It must match the actual crane
configuration (Including parts of line rigged).
4. Attach load line to material and begin operation. Observe proper sling or chain usage and make
sure any load handling attachment used has adequate size and capacity for the load being lifted.
THE RATED CAPACITY INDICATOR SYSTEM DOES NOT PROTECT THE
CRANE WHEN THE BOOM IS OPERATED BELOW HORIZONTAL.
Observe position of boom and load at all times. The rated capacity indicator system does not
protect against shock loads or side loading.