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Small OTR Service Crane Owner’s Manual | Page 5
• Never perform a lift that can induce a dynamic force greater than the capacity of the
crane.
• It is the responsibility of the operator to know the weight of the handled load to avoid
overloading the crane. Do not rely on the overload device to determine maximum
rated loads. If the crane is picking more than the maximum rated load, the overload
protection device may be malfunctioning. Discontinue use immediately and contact
Stellar Customer Service for support.
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Do not use a crane to lift personnel without factory approved lifting
device.
• Do not attempt to lift fixed loads.
Moving the load:
Ensure that the load is secure and balanced before moving:
• Consult the Tire Industry Association (TIA) tire service training materials for proper tire
handling.
• Be sure that the crane is level and stable before moving the load.
• Always look for any changes to the surroundings since the job site setup. Be aware of
any new or missed overhead obstructions (branches, power lines, etc) and bystanders.
Use a signal person if necessary.
•
Never operate the crane with personnel under any part the boom
or load. Do not extend or rotate a load over anyone. Never allow personnel to place
themselves under any part of the boom or load.
•
Never leave a crane load suspended or unattended.
• Do not use the boom to drag a load.
• Do not use the crane boom to push downward onto anything.
• Avoid sudden starts and stops when moving a load.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Step 5: Operate the crane (Cont.)