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Heavy-Duty Telescopic Crane Owner’s Manual | Page 5
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Never exceed manufacturer’s load charts and ratings. These ratings are
based on the machine’s hydraulic, mechanical, and structural design
rather than stability.
• Never perform a lift that can induce a dynamic force greater than the capacity of the crane.
• It is the responsibility of the operator to know the weight of both the rigging and the handled
load to avoid overloading the crane. Do not rely on the overload device to determine
maximum rated loads. If the crane is picking more than the maximum rated load, the overload
protection device may be malfunctioning. Discontinue use immediately and contact Stellar
®
Customer Service for support.
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Do not use a crane to lift personnel without factory approved lifting device.
• Do not attempt to lift fixed loads.
Moving the load:
Ensure that the load is secure and balanced within the sling before moving. Consider the following:
• Be sure that the crane is level and stable before moving the load.
• Always look for any changes to the surroundings since the job site setup. Be aware of any
new or missed overhead obstructions (branches, power lines, etc) and bystanders. Use a signal
person if necessary.
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Never operate the crane with personnel under any part the boom or load.
Do not extend or rotate a load over anyone. Never allow personnel to
place themselves under any part of the boom or load.
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Never leave a crane load suspended or unattended.
• Do not use the boom or the winch to drag a load.
• Do not use the crane boom to push downward onto anything.
• Avoid sudden starts and stops when moving a load.
Once you have performed your lift and are ready to shut down the work site:
• Retract all extensions.
• Winch up to bring the snatch block within 3 feet of the boom tip.
• Lower the crane boom down far enough so that the snatch block is within comfortable reach.
• Hook the snatch block to the stow hook on the main boom. Maintain control to avoid personal
injury or damage to any equipment.
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Never use the stow hook for anything other
than stowing the snatch block.
• Tighten the winch line so that the snatch block comes within
a few inches of the main boom. Avoid activating the anti-two
block switch when tightening slack.
• Raise the boom slightly above the boom rest.
• Rotate the boom until it aligns with the center of the boom rest.
• Lower the boom gently into the boom rest.
• Press the RED Stop button to deactivate the crane control.
• Store the radio remote control in the docking station.
Note: Use alignment arrows located
on the crane base to properly align
the boom with the boom rest.
Step 5: Stow the crane.
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