履带起重机操作手册

Using the crane correctly is a fundamental safety requirement, and slackness is not allowed. No unauthorized use of crane for other purpose besides its designed function is allowed. The manual lists the precautions and protective measures in the process of dismantling, test and maintenance of the crane.

The range for correct use of crane includes: a) Abide by the safety regulations on the work site; b) Accept and be familiar with the safety information in the operating manual; c) All safety devices can function normally; d) Use the fuel and lubricant properly in relevant manual or instructions. Using the equipment correctly also includes appropriate repair and inspection of the equipment.

Without the written consent from the manufacturer and using the crane for purpose beyond its designed function is deemed as improper use. And the consequences arising therefrom will be the sole responsibility of the operator.

3.1.2 Possible consequences resulting from improper use of the crane

a) Improper use of crane may cause the following consequences:

1) The life of the operator and other related personnel will be threatened;

2) The equipment and property will be damaged; b) Improper use of crane includes:

3) The manufacturer will stop its maintenance for the equipment in warranty period.

1) Unauthorized modification of the crane structure without written consent from the manufacturer;

2) Without acceptance test before commissioning the equipment;

3) Commissioning by unauthorized person;

4) Commissioning the crane without knowing the content of the manual;

5) Dangerous operation of the equipment;

6) Hoisting person using hoisting winch;

7) Lifting the load from the ground using main boom derricking winch;

8) Dragging the load on the ground;

9) Pulling the object with a force 2% more than the maximum load;

10) Not using the specified safety equipment when operating the crane, such as load moment limiter, hoisting limiter etc;

11) Not complying with the lifting capacity chart;

12) Installing unauthorized parts without the written consent from the manufacturer;

13) Operating the crane in dangerous area.