Rigging work
12.6 Rigging/unrigging the counterweight
Operating manual 3 302 819 en 12 - 51
GMK3060
13.12.2018
12.6 Rigging/unrigging the counterweight
For driving, parts of the counterweight must be set down on the counterweight
platform, installed on the turntable or removed, depending on the driving mode;
à Driving modes, p. 6 - 1
12.6.1 Information on rigging
Rigging the counterweight is a challenging task. Only experienced personnel who
are familiar with the valid accident prevention regulations are authorised to sling
counterweight sections and instruct the crane operator.
When the engine is running for crane operation, the rigging personnel may only
climb on the truck crane when the slewing gear is switched off and the slewing
gear brake is applied.
The crane operator and rigging personnel must maintain visual contact during the
rigging process.
The rigging process for a single counterweight section is described. Proceed in
the same manner when rigging other counterweight sections or blocks.
When rigging As the crane operator
• Lift the counterweight section onto the counterweight platform as described in
the section Assembling counterweight versions – on the counterweight platform.
• Now inform the rigging personnel that they can climb on the truck crane.
As the rigging personnel
• Do not climb on the truck crane until permitted by the crane operator.
• Position the counterweight if necessary.
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