Chapter 2 Operation 9
General
To operate this crane, you must conform to physical and behavioral requirements and must have
certain abilities as defined by ANSI B30.22 chapter 22-3 and the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA). There may be additional operator requirements defined by local, state
or federal regulations in your area. Make sure you are following all regulations regarding crane
operation.
Prior to beginning work at a job site, you should understand:
Crane Safety
Crane Controls
Crane Load Limits
Operating Procedures
You should have the chance to practice operating the crane prior to using the crane in a job site
application.
The operator must understand what to do in case of emergency, and be prepared to take
emergency action at any time. Safe operation is the responsibility of the operator, maintenance
and inspection personnel. Safety has been a major consideration in the design and manufacture
of this equipment, but only the operator and maintenance personnel can insure a safe work
environment.
Daily Safety Inspection
Using the Crane Log, IMT Manual No. 99900686, or the inspection checklist in the reference
section of this manual, inspect the crane on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. Use the
following list as a guide when you are inspecting your unit at start-up and during operation:
1 Vehicle - Check oil level, battery, lights, brakes, and tires for inflation, pressure, cuts, and
loose or missing wheel lugs.
2 Safety Accessories - Check for proper function, oil levels, leaks and malfunctions.
3 Hydraulic Oil Reservoir - Check for proper oil level, leaks and blockages.
4 Weldments - Check visually for damage, especially cracks or breaks in welds.
5 Cylinders - Check for leakage and scored rods.
6 Fasteners - Check pins, sheaves, nuts and bolts for breakage, excessive wear and
tightness.
7 Crane Hooks - Check for the presence of a safety catch, twists, cracks, or damage.
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