INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing a Gorbel® Gantry Crane to solve your material handling needs. The innovative design and heavy-duty construction of Gorbel® Adjustable Gantry Cranes will provide a superior quality product. All Gorbel® cranes are pre-engineered for powered hoist operation.
WARNING Gantry Crane should be used on a level, flat, smooth surface which is free of defects and obstructions. WARNING Gantry Crane should not be moved when loaded. WARNING Gantry Crane should not be moved by pushing or pulling on load. WARNING Equipment described herein is not designed for, and should not be used for, lifting, supporting or transporting humans.
STEP 2 - I-BEAM TO END SUPPORT WELDMENT CONNECTIONS TIP: For easiest installation ensure that the end support weldments are being supported while lying on their side (as shown in Diagram 2A) prior to bolting the I-beam to them. TIP: Be sure that the top plate (located on top of vertical tubes) length is oriented parallel to the I-beam length.
(straps/slings are preferred to reduce paint damage) that is sized and oriented correctly for raising the load) lift and rotate the Gantry Crane onto its casters by means of an overhead lifting device or lift truck. Use Gorbel® Blue touch-up paint (provided) to cover any scratches and abrasions as needed.
STEP 4 - OPTIONAL ENDSTOP/TAGLINE INSTALLATION Optional Endstop Installation (without tagline) only: Bolt the 4 endstops to I-beam (as shown in Diagram 4A) using the holes located in I-beam web. Tighten endstop hardware (refer to Chart 2A, on page 3, for proper torque rating). Optional Endstop Installation (with tagline): Bolt the 2 tagline bracket assemblies and 2 endstops to I-beam (as shown in Diagram 4B)
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE GORBEL® GANTRY CRANE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ITEM COMPONENT MAINTENANCE FREQUENCY* Check for full compression of lockwasher. Bolts should be Every 1,000 hours Top Plate Hardware tightened to torque specifications (Chart 2A, page 3). or 6 months Check for full compression of lockwasher.
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