Grip Factory Munich GF-8 - Manual (Page 4)

GF-8 Xten Crane System Instruction Manual
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The crane may not be used in the direct vicinity of high voltage power cables. To avoid accidents due to
misuse in the vicinity of high voltage power cables, Safety Guidelines especially BGV A1 and A2 (formerly
VBG 1 and 4) as well as VDE regulations (especially 0105 part 100) must be adhered to. If the nominal
voltage cannot be determined, a minimum clearance of 5m / 16ft must be kept at all times.
Failing to do so can cause fatalities!
Personnel on board the crane's platform must use safety belts at all times. They should not make any
sudden, abrupt movements or lean out over the side of the platform. No loose objects may be stored or
placed on the crane platform.
Before the counterweights are removed from the bucket, ensure that the platform is resting on the ground or
alternatively supported by an appropriate stable underlay. Gradually remove the counterweights before
personnel leave the platform or before the remote head or camera are dismounted. It’s not allowed to put
extra weights on top of the counterweight bucket or any other part of the crane!
In the interest of safe crane operation, when operating or moving the crane, abrupt, sudden movements of
the crane should be avoided. An element of risk remains by people moving in the operational range of the
crane. The crane operator has to be trained on that and is only allowed to operate the crane in safe range.
Before operating the crane every safety pin as well as every connecting bolt may be checked for a proper fit.
Crane accessories:
For safety reasons only original accessories manufactured by GFM may be used with the crane. Every single
part of the standard GF-8 crane is compatible to the GF-8 Xten and can also be combined with. In case of
any mistiness please contact us.
Procedure in case of accident or damage:
In case of accidents caused by disregarding the manufacturers instruction manual, please act this way:
o Possible damage may be immediately told the manufacturer also the way the damage happened as
well as the heaviness of the damage. Damaged parts of the crane may be sent to the manufacturer
for reparation or replacement.
The use of the crane with damaged parts is not allowed. The manufacturer accepts no liability for
damages or injuries for incidents or accidents occurring due to the use of damaged parts of the
crane.
o In case of damage or accidents with injured people local applicable as well as employment property
right regulations may be adhered.