Palfinger Clocktower PK2400 TK - Watch out for Faults before and During Operation

Chapter 7 Preparing for crane operation
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Watch out for faults before and during operation
Danger!
Observe all equipment for damage and malfunctions during operation.
If damage or malfunctions are found during operation and operation is
not stopped immediately, there is an acute risk of fatal injury to the
operators and others.
If the following damage or faults are found on the remote control handset, device, ancillary equipment,
load-bearing equipment or foundation points, do not start operation or stop operation immediately and
contact your PALFINGER partner:
 Lack of lubrication.
 Damage to or cracks in components/weld seams.
 Unserviceable bearings.
 Damage to the hydraulic system (leakage, unusually high temperatures etc.).
 Unserviceable safety devices.
 Loose threaded connections.
 Insufficiently secured pins.
 Hose winding malfunctions in the hose drum or the hose tray.
 Abnormal noises.
 Unusually quick or slow working movements.
 Failure of the control system.
 Operating levers are difficult to operate and/or do not return to neutral position.
 Defective and/or damaged components, switches and buttons.
 Missing or damaged rubber packings (remote control).
 Poor rope guidance, rope run out off the guide pulleys and / or guide rollers.
 Damaged winch components such as deflection and/or guide pulleys.
 Damaged rope.
Restarting the unit is only allowed after corrective measures have been taken and safe operation is
guaranteed again.
Operating stands, steps and platforms
Warning!
Soiled signs, operating elements, operating stands, steps, platforms,
booms, etc. increase the risk of accidents. There is then an acute risk
of fatality for the operator and others.
Operating elements, operating stands, steps, platforms, boom etc. must be free of soiling (oil, grease
etc.). Operating symbols, information and warning signs must be recognizable. No objects must be left
on operating stands, steps, platforms etc.