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Intended use
When using the gantry crane make sure that the load is
correctly and safely connected to the chain and that it is
securely connected to the gantry crane.
Stopping under a suspended load should be avoided
as loose objects may fall off at any time.
The transport and lifting of persons is prohibited. It is not
permitted to enter the lifting device.
2.6 Safety information for operating personnel
It is necessary to refrain from any work that affects the
safety of the gantry crane.
The operator must also ensure that no unauthorized per-
sons work with the gantry crane. The operator is obliged
to inspect the gantry crane at least once before use
(daily) for externally visible damage and defects. Any
changes that impair safety must be reported immedi-
ately. Damaged or heavily worn parts must be replaced
immediately.
The operator has to ensure that the gantry crane is al-
ways operated in perfect condition. If necessary, the
operator must oblige operating personnel to wear pro-
tective clothing, etc.
In principle, no safety equipment may be dismantled or
taken out of operation (already here is concretely to
warn of impending hazards, so for example on imminent
severe bruising, loss of sight, danger to life). If the di-
sassembly of safety equipment is required during set-
up, repair and maintenance, the safety equipment must
be reassembled immediately after completion of the
maintenance or repair work.
2.7 Safety marking on the gantry crane
The following safety signs are attached to the gantry
crane (Fig. 1), which must be observed and followed.
Fig. 1: Safety labels
The safety labels attached to the portal crane must not
be removed. Damaged or missing safety signs can lead
to malfunctions, personal injury and property damage.
They are to be replaced immediately.
If the safety signs are not immediately recognizable and
comprehensible, the gantry crane should be taken out
of operation until new safety signs have been attached.
2.8 Checks
The gantry crane is a testable suspension. It must be te-
sted by a qualified person for operational safety before
commissioning for the first time and, if required, at inter-
vals of no more than 1 year in accordance with the pro-
visions of the German Industrial Safety Ordinance and
DGUV Rule 100-500, Chapter 2.8.
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Intended use
The gantry crane is used exclusively for loading and un-
loading, for assembly, repair or storage work on level,
smooth and sufficiently load-bearing floors in work-
shops and halls. The specified maximum load must not
be exceeded. The gantry crane must be secured
against rolling away.
The gantry crane may only be operated by instructed
persons.
Proper use also includes compliance with all information
in this manual. Any use beyond the intended use or
otherwise is considered misuse. The lifting of persons is
strictly prohibited. Use of the device in other areas is
considered improper use.
For structural and technical changes to the gantry
crane, the company Stürmer Maschinen GmbH assu-
mes no liability. Claims of any kind due to damage due
to improper use are excluded.
3.1 Predictable misuse
With the gantry crane, if the intended use is observed,
no reasonably foreseeable misuse is possible which
could lead to dangerous situations with personal injury.
3.2 Residual risks
Even if all safety regulations are adhered to, the residual
risks described below remain with the operation of the
gantry crane.
All persons working with the gantry crane must be
aware of these residual risks and follow the instructions
that prevent these residual risks leading to accidents or
damage:
- During operation there is a risk of crushing the up-
per and lower limbs.
