Hitachi ZAXIS 120-3 class Operator's Manual page 398

WARNING: Lifting devices (hooks, chains, etc) must
be undamaged and not worn: check them. Follow
the current laws to check these devices (they are not
supplied with machine). Do not lift objects fixed to
the ground. Do not use this device to tow, uproot or
tear out. In order to limit load oscillations, do not use
too long ropes and/or chains to sling it. Check the
working area and be sure there are no obstacles on
the load run. To avoid sudden load oscillations, lift
the load slowly and avoid any sharp movement. Keep
the load close to the machine to improve stability and
operate preferably on its longitudinal axis rather than
its transversal axis. Lift the load to the bare minimum.
WARNING: Lifted loads can oscillate or rotate in any
direction: it is possible that they hit persons or the
machine's cabin. Keep everybody away from the
machine range and handle the load slowly in order to
avoid danger. If the load starts oscillating or rotating,
slacken and stop, place it carefully on firm ground
and correct the way it was hooked up.
WARNING: When the lifting hook is used, the maxi-
mum allowable lifting load is as follows.
Model
ZX120-3 class
ZX160LC-3
ZX180LC-3, 180LCN-3
ZX200-3 class
ZX270-3 class
OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS AND DEVICES
Maximum allowable lifting load
4.0 t
5.5 t
8.0 t
10.0 t
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