General safety, Taking the crane out of service – Grip Factory Munich GF-8 User Manual
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GF-8 Xten Crane System Instruction Manual
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General Safety
Attention: Before operation, all locking pins, locking screws etc
should be inspected to ensure that all assembly sections
are securely fastened.
Attention: All necessary precautions should be taken so that
unauthorized third parties cannot use or operate the crane
and also to ensure that only authorized personnel have
access to it.
The complete lift and panning range of the GF-8 Crane
must be kept clear of obstructions at all times. A safety
clearance of 1m / 3' 3" must be observed on all sides of the
crane during operation.
Taking the crane out of service
The crane should be dismantled in the reverse order to the assembly procedure.
Operational conditions:
At a wind speed of 40km/h / 25mph crane operation must be stopped and the crane
secured, dismounted and the necessary safety precautions taken.
If it for example takes 2 mins. to unload the counterweights and take the necessary
precautions to secure the crane, one must commence with the procedure at a wind speed
of 27km/h / 16.8mph. DIN15019, part 1, section 6.1.3.
The crane may not be used in a lightening storm as there is the danger of electrocution. To
protect yourself against lightning we recommend to adjourn into a car.