
O p e r a t i o n a n d M a i n t e n a n c e
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Sliding Rotator Wreckers – Operation and Maintenance
Models: CSR50 - CSR65 - CSR85
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SEPTEMBER 19, 2022
Never exceed equipment or chassis ratings. This could cause injury and/or damage the
equipment.
Always use safety chains when towing and lifting.
Only suspend loads from the boom/winch cables. Applying a load to the vehicle by another
means is strictly prohibited. Any lateral or vertical force applied to the boom may damage the
vehicle and injure the operator.
If the equipment controls are too near traffic or a potential hazard, use the remote control and
keep your distance.
When operating the vehicle on the roadside or in any dangerous area, select the controls
situated away from the danger or traffic to ensure maximum safety.
When the vehicle is not in use, ensure that the PTO is disengaged.
Inspect the cables regularly and replace any worn or damaged ones.
2.6.3
Avoid danger zones
The area underneath the rotating crane mast/boom/job/load is a DANGER ZONE and must
never be entered.
To avoid getting wrapped or tangled, keep away from the places where:
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The winch cables pass though the fairlead at the end of the boom.
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The winch cables wind onto the boom.
Always keep clear of winches and cables. Although the relatively low speed of the winches will
keep any risks to a minimum, stay away from cables at all times — regardless of whether they
are moving or stationary, taut or loose. Never step over a cable or chain, whether it is taut or not.
2.6.4
Set up a safety perimeter
Always set up a safety perimeter at least 45 m (150’) in diameter around the equipment and any
load or vehicle. Do not allow anyone to enter this danger zone when you are using the
equipment.
In addition, do not allow anyone within 75 m (250’) of a winch cable.