GF-16 Crane System Instruction Manual
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21. Connect another 2 standard rigging rods to the first 2 standard rigging rods. Ensure
that the locking pins are inserted fully.
22. Connect a Rigging Rod Connector to each of the second Rigging Rods ensuring that
the locking pins are inserted fully.
23. Connect 2 standard rigging rods to the Rigging Rod Connectors and in turn to the
rigging connectors on section 3. Ensure that the locking pins are inserted fully.
24. Hand tighten the rods by turning the turnbuckles until the rods are taut, then secure
the turnbuckles with the locking nut as seen on page 9.
Attention:
The rigging system when taut as well as the crane arm, should run in a
straight line and should not bend or dip.
25. Connect the platform to the angle adjuster and secure with the removed safety pin
from the side of the angle adjuster. Ensure that the platform is level.
Tip
:
The angle adjuster has an integrated leveller. By turning it, the vertical plate
on the angle adjuster can be set to a perfect right angle. Correct setting of
the angle a
djuster enhances the crane’s balance.
26. Remove the support stand or rostrum supporting the counterweight bucket section.
27. Then unlock the tilt friction.
Before operation, all locking pins, locking screws etc should be inspected to ensure
that all assembly sections are securely fastened.
Read “Balancing the crane arm” on page 44.