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Operator’s Manual
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8 Boom Safety
8.1 Requirements
The machine operator shall be held directly responsible for the correct operation of the boom
including any requirements of the site conditions.
8.2 General
Adhere to the following items in order to avoid possible accidents while operating the boom.
Do not interfere with the safety and protection devices.
Note that interference with the
check valves and removal of the lead seal removes and invalidates the Manufacturer’s
warranty.
Only authorized persons are allowed to operate the boom.
The machine must be used on firm ground.
Check that the machine brake is on and that the tracks are locked.
Before every operation make sure that:
no-one is within the working area of the boom
the safety devices are in place and operative
the minimum safe working distances from power lines are observed
the load is correctly slung and hooked.
Stabilize the machine by making sure that the rail wheels are properly positioned on the track.
Use the boom in accordance with the use and maintenance manual, making sure that:
the load and radius are within the maximum limits shown on the load chart
the boom is used progressively, avoiding sudden load movements
swinging or dragging of the load is avoided
the load is lifted before rotating.
When using implements, set up an exclusion zone.
The machine is not left unless the load is on the ground.
Before driving the machine make sure that the boom is in the folded position.
The use of the boom is reserved for authorized personnel, instructed in advance, who must
conform to the safety norms and instructions contained in the manual supplied with the boom
(see norms ISO 9926-1).
It is prohibited to walk or stop under a suspended load.
It is prohibited for unauthorized persons to be within the working area.
Warning, instruction and operation plates must be replaced when no longer readable or
missing. Contact Rail-Ability to replace any missing plates.
When transporting the machine, to avoid hitting bridges or tunnels know the overall height of the
boom in the folded position or in laid position in the body. Always respect and pay proper
attention to road signs placed in proximity of such obstacles.
