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Preparing for crane operation
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Watch out for faults before and during operation
Danger!
Observe all equipment for damage and malfunctions during
operation. If damage or malfunctions are found during operation and
operation is not stopped immediately, there is an acute risk of fatal
injury to the operators and others.
If the following damage or faults are found on the unit, auxiliary equipment, load-bearing equipment or
vehicle, do not start operation or stop operation immediately and contact your PALFINGER partner:
x
Lack of lubrication.
x Damage to or cracks in components/weld seams.
x Unserviceable bearings.
x
Damage to the hydraulic system (leakage, unusually high temperatures etc.).
x Unserviceable equipment.
x
Loose threaded connections.
x Insufficiently secured pins.
x
Hose winding malfunctions in the hose drum or the hose tray.
x
Abnormal noises.
x Unusually quick or slow working movements.
x
Failure of the control system.
x Operating levers are difficult to operate and/or do not return to neutral position.
x
Poor rope guidance, rope run out off the guide pulleys and / or guide rollers.
x Damaged winch components such as deflection and/or guide pulleys.
x
Damaged rope.
Restarting the unit is only allowed after corrective measures have been taken and safe operation is
guaranteed again.
Operating stands, steps and platforms
Warning!
Soiled, icy, snow-covered signs, operating elements,
operating stands, steps, platforms, booms, etc. increase the risk of
accidents. There is then an acute risk of fatality for the operator and
others.
Operating elements, operating stands, steps, platforms, boom etc. must be free of snow, ice, soiling
(oil, grease etc.). Operating symbols, information and warning signs must be recognizable. No objects
must be left on operating stands, steps, platforms etc.