Stability
The stability of working machines is highly
changeable and exposed to great variations
In order to carry out the work safely, the operator
must himself or herself think about and take into
consideration the particular conditions that apply at
a specific moment.
Operate on solid, flat, level ground.
Be ware of soft, uneven or sloping ground and of
landslips, sideways loads and other similar risks.
If the machine is standing on sloping ground, the
centre of gravity is displaced and, when lifting, the
machine may take up a position where it will be
close to tipping over.
NOTICE
For safe engine lubrication the machine must not be
tilted by more than the values specified in these
operating instructions. In addition it may be
unsuitable to operate at this inclination as the
machine may become unstable and unbalanced,
depending on the load.
Make sure that the ground is firm and safe.
Unstable ground, for example loose sand or soft
earth, may make the work unsafe, if loads, close
to the maximum values in the loading table, are
taken.
Do not make fast slewing movements with a
suspended load. Bear the centrifugal force in
mind.
Fastening long lifting slings
Boards, planks, steel reinforcement or similar
should have the sling arranged so that they
cannot fall out of the loops.
Girders should generally be lifted with a clamping
device.
Padding made from, for example, cut up
compressed-air hoses, may be used in order to
protect the slings.
The slings should be well tightened.
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Operating techniques
Lifting objects