Palfinger PK 23002, Operator'S Manual

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Prerequisites 1.2-3
1.2-3 Requirements for the operating personnel
Operation of the crane requires skill, ability and experience.
Therefore only entrust persons with the operation of the crane,
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who are physically and mentally suitable (not tired, and not under the influence of alcohol, drugs
or medication).
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who handle the crane responsibly and reliably.
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who have the correct qualifications (training, crane operator’s license).
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who can prove that they have been instructed how to operate the unit described here and who
are familiar with the content of these operating instructions. This also applies to the operating
instructions for ancillary equipment used on the crane.
If the crane is used by persons without training or crane operator’s
license there is a high risk of injury.
Observe the regulations valid in your country!
1.2-4 Safety devices not to be tampered with
Safety devices serve to protect you and were developed to avoid accidents and render your work
safer.
On delivery safety devices such as Emergency Off, overload safety device, load holding valve,
pressure relief valve, etc. are adjusted to ensure safe crane operation (4.2).
They must by no means be interfered with or rendered inoperative.
Caution:
If safety devices are tampered with or if seals are damaged, any warranty on the part of the
manufacturer will cease to apply!
If safety devices are tampered with you put yourself and other
persons at risk of fatal injury.
1.2-5 Crane operation in adverse operating conditions
Safe operation of the crane can no longer be assured if wind speed exceeds 50 km/h. If the wind
exceeds this speed, the crane must not be put into operation or operation must stop.
If a thunderstorm is approaching, the crane must not be put into operation or operation must stop.
Our cranes may be used at ambient temperatures ranging from –30° C to +50° C. If the temperature
drops below or exceeds these limits, operation must be discontinued as it can lead to damage of the
hydraulic components.