Manitowoc National Crane NBT50 Series, Operator'S Manual

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Published 03-23-2018 Control # 243-14
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS NBT50 OPERATOR MANUAL
Safety Alert Symbol
Signal Words
NOTE: Emphasizes operation or maintenance
procedures.
GENERAL
It is impossible to compile a list of safety precautions
covering all situations. However, there are basic principles
that
must be followed during your daily routine. Safety is
your primary responsibility , since any piece of equipment
is only as safe as the person at the controls .
Read and follow the information located in Model Specific
Information near the end of this section.
This information has been provided to assist in promoting a
safe working atmosphere for yourself and those around you.
It is not meant to cover every conceivable circumstance
which could arise. It is intended to present basic safety
precautions that should be followed in daily operation.
Because you are the only part of the crane that can think and
reason, your responsibility is not lessened by the addition of
operational aids or warning devices. Indeed, you must guard
against acquiring a false sense of security when using them.
They are there to assist, not direct the operation. Operational
aids or warning devices can be mechanical, electrical,
electronic, or a combination thereof. They are subject to
failure or misuse and should not be relied upon in place of
good operating practices.
You are the only one who can be relied upon to assure the
safety of yourself and those around you. Be a
professional
and follow the rules of safety .
Remember , failure to follow just one safety precaution could
cause an accident that results in death or serious injury to
personnel or damage to equipment. You are responsible for
the safety of yourself and those around you.
ACCIDENTS
Following any accident or damage to equipment, the
Manitowoc distributor must be immediately advised of the
incident and consulted on necessary inspections and
repairs. Should the distributor not be immediately available,
contact should be made directly with Manitowoc Product
Safety at the address below. The crane must not be returned
to service until it is thoroughly inspected for any evidence of
damage. All damaged parts must be repaired or replaced as
authorized by your Manitowoc distributor and/or Manitowoc
Crane Care.
If this crane becomes involved in a property damage and/or
personal injury accident,
immediately contact your
Manitowoc distributor. If the distributor is unknown and/or
cannot be reached, contact Product Safety at:
The Manitowoc Company, Inc.
1565 East Buchanan Trail
Shady Grove, PA 17256-0021
Phone: 888-777-3378 (888-PSR.DEPT)
Fax: 717-593-5152
E-mail: product.safety@manitowoc.com
OPERATOR INFORMATION
You must read and understand this Operator Manual and
the Load Chart before operating your new crane. You must
also view and understand the supplied safety video. This
manual and Load Chart must be readily available to the
operator at all times and must remain in the cab (if equipped)
or operator’s station while the crane is in use.
The Operator Manual supplied with and considered part of
your crane must be read and completely understood by each
person responsible for assembly, disassembly, operation
and maintenance of the crane.
This safety alert symbol means ATTENTION!
Become alert - your safety is involved! Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible death
or injury.
DANGER
Identifies hazards that will result in death or serious injury
if the message is ignored .
WARNING
Identifies hazards that may result in death or serious
injury if the message is ignored .
CAUTION
Identifies hazards that could result in minor or moderate
injury if the message is ignored.
CAUTION
Without the safety alert symbol, identifies hazards that
could result in property damage if the message is ignored.