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2.2 Lifting the truck by crane
CAUTION!
The mast can get damaged
X
Loading by crane is only intended for the initial transport before the truck is used
for the first time.
X
Loading must be carried out by specially trained staff in accordance with
recommendations contained in Guidelines VDI 2700 and VDI 2703
DANGER!
Crane slings can tear, resulting in accidents
X
Only use crane lifting gear with sufficient capacity.
X
Loading weight = Net weight of truck (+ battery weight for electric trucks).
X
The mast must be tilted back fully.
X
The crane lifting gear on the mast must have a minimum clear length of 2 m.
X
Crane slings should be fastened in such a way that they do not come into contact
with any attachments or the overhead guard when lifting.
XDo not stand under a swaying load.
XThe truck should only be handled by people who are trained in using lifting slings
and tools.
XWear safety shoes when lifting the truck by crane.
XDo not walk into or stand in a hazardous area.
XAlways attach the crane lifting gear to the prescribed strap points and prevent them
from slipping.
Z Truck net weight: see "Data plate" on page 40.
Lifting the truck by crane
Requirements
– Park the truck securely, see "Parking the
truck securely" on page 103.
Procedure
• Secure the crane slings to the attachment
points (55) and (56.
• Raise and load the truck.
• Lower and deposit the truck carefully (see
"Parking the truck securely" on page 103).
• Secure the truck with wedges to prevent it
from rolling away.
This concludes the loading by crane.