IMT 1015 User Manual

99903514: TELESCOPIC CRANE: 1-20 SECTION 1: OPERATION
IMPORTANT! NOTES FOR SAFE OPERATION
ANTI-TWO BLOCK:
IMT telescoping cranes using a winch are equipped with an anti-two blocking device, but me-
chanical devices cannot be substituted for good operator judgement. It is the operator’s respon-
sibility to avoid two-blocking and not to rely on the device alone.
EXTENSION SEQUENCE:
Always extend the hydraulic extensions first, followed by the manual extensions. When retract-
ing, retract the manual extensions prior to the hydraulic extensions.
CRANE OPERATION
Make certain the carrier vehicle’s transmission is in neutral and the parking brake is on
before engaging the PTO.
Stand clear of all moving outriggers.
Know the position of the booms at all times while operating the crane.
Eliminate swing by positioning the boom tip directly over the center of the load before lifting.
Never drag a load!
Check the safety of the load by first lifting the load barely off the ground.
Keep lifts as close to the ground as possible.
Stop all crane operation at a signal from anyone.
When rotating the crane load from that supported by outriggers to that supported by the
carrier vehicle’s suspension, take precautions to do so smoothly as a carrier vehicles springs
and tires will respond differently.
Position the crane in its stowed position when not in use.
OVERLOAD PROTECTION SYSTEM:
IMT cranes are equipped with an overload protection system. In an overload condition, no
function will operate which results in an increase in operating radius. However, the same func-
tion may be operated in the opposite direction if it results in decreased operating radius. Be
aware that the overload protection system is not sensitive to vehicle stability -- it is still possible
to cause vehicle instability. The operator cannot substititute the overload protection system for
good judgement. Refer to the capacity chart before attempting to lift a load.
WINCH:
Never use the winch to drag a load into position before lifting. This may sideload the crane or
stress the wire rope beyond safe limits. Equipment damage may result.
When using a winch, always keep the tip of the extension boom as close to the load as practical.
This will prevent the load from swinging out of control when using the rotation (swing) function.
To dampen excessive swing of the load, rotate the crane in the direction of the swing. Failure to
comply may result in an injury or equipment damage. DO NOT permit personnel to ride the
boom, loadline, hook or load, as this action may cause DEATH or serious injury.
Use only specified wire rope for lifting. Retain at least three full wraps of wire rope on the winch
drum at all times.
WIRE ROPE:
Before extending the boom, always pay out the wire rope. Failure to do so may result in over-
stressing the wire rope and causing a “two block” condition.
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IMT 1015 Specifications

General

Brand	IMT
Model	1015
Category	Construction Equipment
Language	English