Manitowoc GROVE GMK5150L, Operating Manual

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Basic safety instructions
2.1 Intended use
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2.1
Intended use
The GMK5150L truck crane is constructed in accordance with the latest tech-
nology and the recognised 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 be modified only with the consent of
Manitowoc Crane
Group Germany GmbH
.
The GMK5150L truck crane may be used only 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 GMK5150L truck crane may only be operated without the corre-
sponding special equipment within the permitted temperature range;
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The GMK5150L truck crane is designed solely for lifting loads which are
within the permitted GMK5150L 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
manual(s), 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 GMK5150L may only be operated with parts of equipment which have
been approved by
Manitowoc Crane Group Germany GmbH
and which are
labelled with the serial number of the GMK5150L.
The manufacturer is not liable for any damage caused by improper or unau-
thorized use of the GMK5150L truck crane. The user alone bears the risk.