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

GF-Primo / GF-Secondo Dolly System Instruction Manual
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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 jib'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
dolly platform.
In the interest of safety, when operating or moving the dolly/jib, abrupt, sudden movements of the dolly
should be avoided. An element of risk remains by people moving in the operational range of the dolly/jib. The
dolly operator has to be trained on that and is only allowed to operate the equipment in a safe range.
Before operating the dolly/jib all connections, mounted accessories, safety pin as well as every connecting
bolt must be checked for a proper fit.
Dolly accessories:
For safety reasons only original accessories manufactured by GFM may be used with the dolly.
Procedure in case of accident or damage:
In case of accidents caused by disregarding the manufacturer’s instruction manual, please proceed as
follows:
o The manufacturer should be immediately informed of any damage to the dolly and the severity of the
damage. Damaged dolly parts should be sent to the manufacturer for evaluation, repair or
replacement.
Use of the dolly with damaged parts is not allowed. The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage
or injuries for incidents or accidents occurring due to the use of damaged parts on the dolly.
o In case of damage or accidents with injured people local applicable as well as employment property
right regulations may be adhered.
Safety Guidelines for dolly operation:
To avoid collisions, ensure that the columns lift range is free from obstructions!
When working with off-set arms ensure that the mounted payload is counter balanced! Never exceed the
manufacturers payloads
In an open space the wireless mode range is approx. 100m / 330yards
In general, the hand control unit should never be left on when not in use or when not under supervision.
To avoid unwanted movement of the column due to misuse or accidental activation of the rocker switch /
hand control unit, ensure that the main electronic switch is OFF when not in use or not under supervision.
The equipment must be handled carefully at all times.
Do not operate or drive the column without payload on the column. At least 1 person and camera
should be on the column when it’s moving.
Attention:
Should the HCU software be older than versionr 3.8.5 or the electronic
be older than version 3.7.3 or if you gave a software where it is not
possible to check the version please note that after using the
Emergency switch the column must be calibrated (see page 39)