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Operating Instructions
⚠WARNING
 TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY AND DEATH:Use warning signs and barriers on the floor
beneath the gantry crane where overhead maintenance work creates a hazard.
 Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles, hard hat, heavy-duty work gloves, and steel-toed work boots
during operation.
 Always have a least 2 people operating crane at any time.
 Operate on a hard, level surface.
 Do not operate crane if the beam is not level.
 Do not use to lift people or animals.
 Keep persons and property clear from under the load.
 Do not allow the load to swing or roll against the support members.
Applying the Load
1. Attach the load to the load hook securely by properly rated, suitable means, such as chains,
shackles, hooks, lifting slings, etc. Load must be attached to prevent accidental disconnection.
2. Properly seat the sling or other device in the base (bowl or saddle) of the hook (Figure L). Do
not allow the hook hitch to support any part of the load.
3. Do not apply the load to the point of the hook (Figure L).
4. Do not operate the hoist unless the hoist unit is centered over the load.
5. Do not pick up a load in excess of the rated load appearing on the hoist or load block, except
during properly authorized tests. Do not use a hoist overload limiting device to measure the
maximum load to be lifted.
6. Give specific attention to load balancing and hitching or slinging to prevent the load from
slipping.
Moving the Load
1. Do not engage in any activity which will divert the operator’s attention while operating the hoist.
2. Respond to signals from a designated person only. However, always obey a stop signal, no
matter who gives it.
3. Do not lift or lower a load with the hoist until the operator and all other personnel are clear of the
load.