1. Make certain the vehicle meets minimum chassis
requirements. (These requirements do not guarantee
unit stability)
2. Make certain the crane is installed per factory
specifications. Contact your local Distributor or the
Auto Crane factory if any questions arise.
3. Keep the vehicle in as level a position as possible
while loading or unloading.
4. ALWAYS set the vehicle emergency brake before
beginning crane operations.
5. ALWAYS use outriggers from vehicle to the ground
during crane operation. Make sure they are firmly
positioned on solid footings.
6. All load ratings are based on crane capacity, NOT
truck/crane stability.
7. Keep objects and personnel clear of crane path during
operation.
8. Keep hoist cable pulled tight at all times.
9. REMEMBER, in lifting a heavy load, the weight can
create enough tipping momentum to overturn the
vehicle.
10.ALWAYS keep load as close to ground as possible.
11.Oil gears as required.
12.Periodic adjustment of hoist worm brake may be
required (see automatic safety brake drawing in this
manual).
13.Hydraulic hoses need to be inspected frequently for
signs of deterioration, and be replaced as required.
14.The hoist hook is an important item that an operator
should consider and use properly. It should be
checked on a daily basis for distortion or cracks.
15.ALWAYS store outriggers before road travel.
16.WARNING! NEVER OPERATE THE CRANE
NEAR ELECTRICAL POWER LINES! Death or
serious injury will result from boom, line, or load
contacting electric lines. Do not use crane within 10
feet (3.05m) of electric power lines carrying up to
50,000 volts. One foot additional clearance is
required for every additional 30,000 volts or less.
17.WARNING! NEVER EXCEED load chart
capacities (centerline of rotation to hoist hook).
18.WARNING! NEVER un-reel last 5 wraps of cable
from drum!
19.WARNING! NEVER wrap cable around load!
20.WARNING! NEVER attempt to lift or drag a load
from the side! The boom can fail far below its rated
capacity.
21.WARNING! NEVER weld, modify, or use
unauthorized components on any Auto Crane unit!
This will void any warranty or liability. Also failure
of the crane may result.
22.WARNING! NEVER place a chain link on the tip
of the hook and try to lift a load!
23.WARNING! NEVER use a sling bar or anything
larger than the hook throat that could prevent the
hook latch from closing, thus negating the safety
feature!
24.WARNING! In using a hook with latch, ALWAYS
insure that the hook throat is closed before lifting a
load! Proper attention and common sense applied to
the use of the hoist hook and various slings will
prevent possible damage to material being hoisted and
may prevent injury to personnel.
25.WARNING! NEVER hold any pendant Select
Switch on that will cause unsafe operating conditions!
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OPERATING PRACTICES & WARNINGS
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