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5450.0002 V5 GB
6 Operation
6.1 Device operation
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Be sure that the gripping goods (concrete tubes) are completely matured.
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Connect the device with the suspension bolt to the lifting equipment/carrier (e.g. with crane hook).
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Adjust the gripping range and the height support.
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Lower the device on the gripping good (concrete tube) until the automatic release unlocks, when the device is lifted.
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Lifting up the device will close and you can lift the gripping good (concrete tube).
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Transport the device and the gripping good (concrete tube) to the destination place.
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Lowering the device the automatic release will lock and the device can be lift without the gripping good (concrete
tube).
The gripping goods (concrete pipes) must always be gripped below the largest pipe diameter,, otherwise exists a danger
of slipping off!
Gripping goods can slip away or roll away if they are deposited on slopes, unpaved or uneven ground!
Death and serious injuries can result.
Always place gripping goods only on horizontal, stable and level ground.
Always secure pipes against rolling away, for example with wedges.
Without lifting equipment/carrier the device may only be parked on even ground!
The gripping arms must be opened enough to ensure safe standing of the implement!
Otherwise there is a risk of tipping!