Sealey WD202 - Manual (Page 2)

3. SAFETY/OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3.1 SAFETY
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Keep crane, lifting slings, support and beams in good working order and condition.
follow the inspection requirements as described in section 4 page 3 Maintenance.
Take immediate action to repair or replace damaged parts by contacting your
supplier. Ensure that all accessory lifting devices are suitably certified. If crane is
damaged, remove from service immediately.
✓ Ensure the surface on which the crane is used is level, firm and capable of supporting
the weight of the crane with maximum load - we recommend concrete. Never use the
crane on tarmacadam or other soft surfaces.
✓ Ensure the crane legs and arms are locked before use.
✓ Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the working area.
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Ensure the jib extension always lies flat on the arm with the head of the alignment bolt showing
through one of the three holes provided.
✓ Keep working area clean and tidy, free from unrelated materials and ensure that there is
adequate lighting.
✓ Ensure that load does not exceed the maximum lifting capacity of the crane. overloading
the crane is dangerous. Where appropriate, use only the lifting points recommended by the
manufacturer of the item to be lifted, e.g. vehicle engine.
✓ Before lifting the load ensure that the crane jib is in the lowest practical position, that
there are no obstacles which may snag the load whilst it is being lifted and that the area
above the jib is clear.
✓ To avoid injury, be fully aware of your own and other persons locations in relation to the lifting,
and lowering, of the load.
✓ Keep a sound footing and balance, and ensure the floor is not slippery.
✓ Ensure jib extension locking bolt and nut are in position before lifting.
✓ Ensure the centre of gravity always remains inside the crane base.
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DO NOT operate the hydraulic power unit beyond its maximum stroke as indicated on the label.
✗ DO NOT harness the load at an angle or use any attachments not verified as fit for purpose.
✗ DO NOT allow the load to swing during lifting.
✗ DO NOT allow the load to drop suddenly. Lower load with care, ensuring that you are fully
aware of the condition of the surface onto which the load is to be placed.
✗ DO NOT load crane beyond its rated capacity for each specified jib extension position as
indicated in section 2 page 1.
the capacity of the crane reduces as the jib is extended.
✗ DO NOT position any part of your body beneath the load.
✗ DO NOT use the crane to move or transport a load other than for repositioning (see 3.2.g).
the crane is a lifting device only.
✗ DO NOT apply any sideways pressure to the crane during lifting or when a load is suspended.
✗ DO NOT attempt to adjust the safety valve, which is set and sealed by the manufacturer.
✗ DO NOT use this product to perform a task for which it is not designed.
✗ DO NOT use whilst under the influence of drugs, alcohol or intoxicating medication.
✗ DO NOT climb on the crane.
✓ When not in use fold the crane down and store in a safe, dry, childproof area.
✓ This crane is designed for lifting within a garage or workshop environment.
 WARNING! Failure to heed safety and warning instructions may result in damage and/or
personal injury and will invalidate the warranty.
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3.2 OPERATION. (Refer to Section 4.2 (a) regarding inspection before each use).
a) refer to the lifting capacity chart in section 2.2. If necessary adjust the position of the jib
extension to cater for the weight that is to be lifted. to adjust the jib extension lift the hook
end and slide the jib in or out as required to the next position. nEVEr leave the jib
between positions. the jib extension should always lie flat on the arm with the head of the
alignment bolt showing through one of the three holes provided.
b) rotate the pump handle to a convenient position and commence pumping to raise the jib
to the height at which load may be secured.
c) connect the crane hook to the load using a suitable certified sling or support beam.
Ensure you are aware of the load weight, and check that it is within the capacity of the
crane (at the jib extension you are using) and the sling or support beam. When removing
engines ensure you know the weight to be lifted. use only the lifting points recommended
by the vehicle manufacturer.
d) Lift only from directly above the load. WARNING! DO NOT lift the load at an angle!
e) to lower the load, operate the release lever (fig.1).VERY SLOWLY anti-clockwise avoiding
any sudden movement.
WARNING! Do not allow the load to drop suddenly. release the lever to stop the descent.
f) When lowering the crane the safety system will lock to one of the four pre set heights,
this is to stop accidental lowering when under load. to lower the crane, lift the load,
pumping the handle (fig.2B) until the locking studs are free then pull the locking system
away from the ram with handle (fig.2c). Lower crane with release lever (fig.2D). to stop the
use of the safety system when using the crane, insert the small pin into the top of the ram, see fig.2.1.
g) the crane is not a transportation device but may be used to reposition the load being worked on. to do so, lower load and jib
with care, to the lowest possible point before attempting to move. Do not try to move crane in a sideways direction. the crane is
not designed to support the load indefinitely. When you have repositioned the load, lower the load onto a secure and appropriate
working base, being fully aware of your own and other persons locations in relation to the lowering load.
h) When load has been secured, remove lifting sling, support beam etc. and place crane in a safe location with lifting beam fully lowered.
NOTE: ENSURE YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AT
THE BEGINNING OF THIS SECTION BEFORE YOU OPERATE THE CRANE.
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