Manitowoc GROVE GMK 6400, Operating Manual

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Basic safety instructions
2.1 Intended use
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2.1 Intended use
The GMK 6400 is a state-of-the-art truck crane, designed in accordance with
approved safety regulations. Nevertheless, the operator or third parties can
still be endangered and the crane or other property put at risk while using it.
The truck crane may only be modified with the consent of Manitowoc Crane
Group Germany GmbH .
The GMK 6400 truck crane may only be used when it is in perfect technical
condition and for its intended purpose and with due attention paid to safe
operation and possible hazards.
Any malfunctions that could impair safety must be eliminated immediately.
The GMK 6400 truck crane may only be operated without the corresponding
special equipment within the permitted temperature range;
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The GMK 6400 truck crane is designed solely for lifting loads which are
within the permitted GMK 6400 lifting capacities. The load must be slung as
prescribed to a hook block which is positioned vertically over the load prior
to lifting.
Intended use also includes
– Observing the entire crane documentation, consisting of the operating
instructions, the lifting capacity table, the outrigger pressure table and the
safety manual.
– Adhering to the inspection and maintenance requirements specified in
the maintenance manual.
The GMK 6400 may only be operated with parts of equipment which are
permitted by
Manitowoc Crane Group Germany GmbH and which are
labelled with the serial number of the GMK 6400.
The manufacturer is not liable for any damage caused by improper or unau-
thorized use of the GMK 6400 truck crane. The user alone bears the risk.