Safety And General Information; Product Description - Omega 44010 Operating Instructions & Parts Manual

SAFETY AND GENERAL INFORMATION

Save these instructions. For your safety, read, understand, and follow the information provided with and on this
device before using. The owner and/or operator shall have an understanding of the device, its operating characteristics
and safety operating instructions before operating the equipment. The owner and/or operator shall be aware that use
and repair of this product may require special skills and knowledge. Instructions and safety information shall be read
to and discussed with the operator in the operator's native language, making sure that the operator comprehends
their contents, before use of this equipment is authorized. If any doubt exists as to the safe and proper use of this
device, remove from service immediately.
Inspect before each use. Do not use if abnormal conditions such as cracked welds, damaged, loose or missing
parts are noted. Any equipment that appears damaged in any way, is found to be worn, or operates abnormally shall
be removed from service until repaired. If the equipment has been or is suspected to have been subjected to an
abnormal load or shock, immediately discontinue use until inspected by a factory authorized repair facility (contact
distributor or manufacturer for list of authorized repair facilities). It is recommended that an annual inspection be
made by an authorized repair facility. Labels and Operator's Manuals are available from the manufacturer.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

This engine crane is intended to be used to remove, install and transport in the lowered position, rated capacity
automotive and light truck engines and engine assemblies. It must be used with appropriately rated engine leveller,
sling and/or chains which are NOT INCLUDED. After removing, immediately transfer the load to an appropriately rated
work station such as an engine stand.
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WARNING: Do not use this device for any purpose other than described above.
WARNING
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• Study, understand, and follow all instructions
before operating this device.
• Do not exceed rated capacity.
• Use only on hard, level surface.
• Before moving, lower the load to the lowest
possible point.
• Use only slings or chains with a rated capacity
greater than the weight of the load being lifted.
• Do not allow load to swing or drop violently while
lowering or moving.
• No alterations shall be made on this product.
• Failure to heed these markings may result in
personal injury and/or property damage.
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To avoid crushing and related injuries:
• NEVER work on, under or around a loaded crane.
• Immediately transfer the load to an appropriately
rated engine stand.
• Be alert and sober when using this product!
Never operate this equipment when under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.
• DO NOT place yourself or anyone else over the
loaded boom or in its line of travel.
• Use only hardened, appropriately sized fasteners
to secure engine to crane.
• Use only chains and slings with a capacity equal
to or greater than that of the crane.
• Never extend boom extension beyond leg
extension (Model 44020).
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