Wacker Neuson 28Z3, Operator'S Manual

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OM 28Z3 US – Edition 2.0 * * 28Z3b210.fm
Safety Information
• Acoustic and optical warning device
– see chapter 3.20 Safe load indicator (option) on page 3-72
• Hose burst valve – see chapter 3.17 “Hose burst valve” safety feature (option) on
page 3-65
• Proper equipment for slinging and securing the load must be available (joint rod
enabling loads to be picked up, Powertilt unit with load hook).
• The lift capacity table must be observed – see chapter 6 Specifications on page 6-1.
• Get informed on and follow the legal regulations of your country.
Instructions on fastening loads
• The help of an accompanying person is necessary for securing and detaching the load.
• The load must be secured so as to prevent it from falling or slipping.
• Fasten the lifting gear so that it is not possible to unhook the sling unintentionally.
• Position the lifting gear ensuring the sling is not deflected by other parts.
• Do not use any lifting gear and slings that are damaged or not sufficiently dimen-
sioned.
• The lifting gear must be designed to withstand the loads that can arise in the different
positions of the work equipment or parts of the boom. Lateral loads and diagonal
tensile forces must also be taken into account.
• The lifting gear must be checked regularly by a technician, at least once a year.
• Replace damaged lifting gear immediately.
• Fasten lifting gear and slings avoiding danger (rotating parts, crushing or shearing)
for the person securing the load. Furthermore, neither must the work equipment be
affected by the lifting gear, nor must the functions of the lifting gear be affected by
external influences (e.g. dirt that cannot be removed by simple means).
• Do not place slings over sharp edges.
• Always wear protective gloves and a hard hat when working with lifting gear and
slings.
• The persons attaching or securing loads may approach the boom from the side only,
and only after the machine operator has given his permission. The machine operator
may give his permission only after the machine is at a standstill and the work
attachment no longer moves!
General instructions
• Staying under suspended loads, in the danger area or under the machine's
attachment is forbidden.
• The machine operator and the person attaching or securing the load must have visual
contact.
• Persons guiding the load or securing it must stay in visual contact with the machine
operator! Should this not be possible, ask another person to guide.
• The machine operator must guide the load the nearest possible to the ground and
avoid any oscillating or swinging movements!
• The machine may be driven with a raised load only if the path of the machine is level!
• The machine operator must not raise loads over persons.
• The machine operator may not leave his seat as long as the load is raised.
Fig. 1: Lifting gear – joint rod
Lifting gear
(joint rod)
Sling
Fig. 2: Load hook
Lifting gear
Load hook