Safety Instructions For Driving The Truck Crane - Manitowoc Grove GMK4100L-1 Operating Manual

Basic safety instructions

2.4 Safety instructions for driving the truck crane

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Only experienced personnel who are familiar with the valid accident pre-
vention regulations are authorised to sling loads and instruct the crane
operator.
Your responsibilities as a crane operator (including those concerning traffic
requirements) must be clearly defined. You must be in a position to refuse
instructions given to you by third parties that violate the safety regulations.
Only trained personnel with special knowledge and experience in the fields
of hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical equipment and electronics may
carry out maintenance work on the truck crane.
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Safety instructions for driving the truck crane
Walk around and inspect the truck crane before you start the vehicle. Check
the condition of the truck crane carefully using the checklists in the operat-
ing manual. Do not assume everything is in working order simply because
it was in working order at the end of the last shift.
Check that all covers and safety devices are fitted properly and that they are
in good condition before starting the vehicle.
Use the appropriate access aids when checking overhead crane parts.
Do not use parts of the crane as access aids.
If necessary, remove any ice and snow from the truck crane before truck
crane.
Keep all handles, steps, step treads and ladders free of dirt, snow and ice.
Keep all electric and hydraulic connections free of dirt. Check the connecting
points for dust, foreign bodies and moisture before installation. This also
applies to protective caps and bridging plugs.
After a lightning strike, always have the truck crane checked by
before you drive the truck crane – even if you do not notice any
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impairment to its function. Electronic components may be damaged by a
lightning strike and may fail unexpectedly, either immediately or during
later operation.
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