Vinten FE-55 User Manual page 5

Basic Electrical Insulation (Class 1 Equipment)
WARNING! This product is Class 1 equipment. For safe
operation this equipment must be connected to a power
supply that has a protective earth connection (US: ground).
Health and Safety
WARNING! Risk of personal injury or injury to others. All
personnel must be fully trained and adhere to correct manual
handling techniques and Health & Safety regulations. It is
the responsibility of the local organisation to enforce safe
working practices at all times.
WARNING! 48.6 kg/107.1 lb LIFTING ASSISTANCE
REQUIRED. Do not lift this product without the assistance of
another person or a lifting hoist capable of safely lifting the
product.
Mounting and Installation
WARNING! Before fitting, adjusting, or removing the
payload, the elevation column must be lowered to a safe
working height and all four wheel brakes must be applied.
WARNING! An abnormal or unbalanced payload can cause
the product to become unstable. Strictly adhere to the
payload guidelines and mounting instructions presented in
this user guide.
WARNING! When mounting the payload, sufficient
clearance must be provided below the mounting platform to
prevent the risk of collisions or trapping injuries when the
column is lowered.
WARNING! Always ensure that all power and auxiliary
communications cables are routed so that they do not
present any danger to personnel. Take care when routing
cables in areas where robotic equipment is in use.
Operation
WARNING! An emergency stop button is located on the
product for safety. All personnel working with, or within the
operating area of the product must be made aware of the
location and function of the button.
WARNING! The product has been designed for mounting a
payload consisting of camera support equipment only. Under
no circumstances should the product be used for the
transportation or support of personnel.
WARNING! Risk of product instability when moving the
product with the elevation column fully extended. Reduce the
height of the elevation column to a safe lower level before
attempting to move the product.
WARNING! The product must only be operated on a smooth
and level surface.
WARNING! The product must always be secured (all four
wheel brakes applied) when left unattended. Do not leave
the product unattended on a sloping surface.
CAUTION! Do not exceed the payload limit for the product of
25 kg (55 lb).
CAUTION! The product must only be operated with a
minimum payload of 10 kg (22 lb) to pre-load the column
correctly.
Water, Moisture and Dust
WARNING! Protect the product from water, moisture and
dust. The presence of electricity near water can be
dangerous.
Safety
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