INSTALLATION, USE AND MAINTENANCE
GBA-GBP-CBE-MBE SERIES
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3.2 General safety regulations
Before putting the jib crane into service, it is necessary to:
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Carefully read the technical documentation;
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Become informed on the operation and positioning of the emergency stop devices;
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Know what safety devices are installed on the crane and their location;
Some of the activities to perform on operating components (e.g. replacing the hoist chain) expose the
operators to serious hazardous situations, therefore personnel must be authorised and specifically
instructed on the operating procedures to follow, hazardous situations that may occur and the correct
methods for avoiding them.
3.3 Safety symbols
Pictograms have been used in the manual to highlight any hazardous situations due to residual risks or
actions which must be performed according to the safety procedures indicated their description.
PICTOGRAMS USED IN THE MANUAL TO HIGHLIGHT HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS
PICTOGRAM
MEANING
Risk of being crushed during handling of suspended loads in the case of
exposure of the operator or other personnel in the zones/areas involved in the
trajectory of the load.
Attention risk of being crushed by moving mechanical parts.
Attention risk of being drawn in and dragged by moving parts (chain, wheels,
etc.).
Risk of electrocution - being shocked in the case of maintenance on the
electrical equipment without disabling the electrical supply.
It is prohibited to move through, stand, work or manoeuvre under the
suspended load.
It is forbidden to touch the crane arm and the trolley/hoist when moving or
expose yourself to their trajectories.
It is prohibited to work on the electrical equipment before having disconnected
the hoist.
It is prohibited to restart the hoist if the removed guards have not been put back.
Protective gloves must be used.
Comply with all of the instructions contained in this instruction manual.
It is mandatory to perform a preventive check of chains, ropes, hooks, slings
and accessories used for lifting and handling.
