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This volume provides information on the installation, operation, spare parts, and repair of your
Commander IV body and compressor.
WARNING
READ YOUR MANUAL!! FAILURE TO READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ANY SAFETY
PROCEDURES APPLICABLE TO YOUR EQUIPMENT MAY RESULT IN EQUIPMENT DAMAGE,
SERIOUS INJURY, OR DEATH.
MANUAL STRUCTURE
Throughout this manual, three means are used to draw the attention of personnel. They are
NOTEs, CAUTIONs and WARNINGs and are defined as follows:
NOTE
A NOTE is used to either convey additional information or to provide further emphasis for a
previous point.
CAUTION
A CAUTION is used when there is the very strong possibility of damage to the equipment or
premature equipment failure.
WARNING
A WARNING is used when there is the potential for personal injury or death.
Use caution and common sense while operating and maintaining the crane, and follow all safety
procedures and regulations. Treat this equipment with respect and service it regularly. In
addition to reading the manual, become familiar with government regulations, hazards, and the
specific operation of your crane. Refer to ANSI/ASME B30.22, the standard for Articulating
Boom Cranes, for more information on crane design and test criteria. (You may obtain this
publication from ASME at
www.asme.org
.) Crane operators must also be familiar with OSHA
29CFR, Subpart N, Article 1926.550 and CAL-OSHA Title 8, Article 93 (California).
MODIFICATIONS
Modifications to your crane must be performed with IMT approved accessories, parts and
optional equipment. If in doubt about the safety, compatibility, or appropriateness of any
modifications, contact IMT prior to making those modifications. DO NOT alter or modify any
safety device! All safety devices must be inspected, tested and maintained in proper working
condition.
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Introduction
