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4.0 Operation
4.1 Introduction
Specific operation instructions are not provided herein because the HPC500 series end trucks are used in
systems not covered by this Owner’s Manual. Nevertheless, operation of systems using the HPC500 end trucks
is an EXTREMELY IMPORTANT issue – following is important information about operation.
4.2 Important Information About Operation
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Do not walk under a suspended load.
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Do not use HPC500 end trucks in systems that lift, support, or transport people.
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Operators shall read materials pertaining to the operation of the equipment. For systems
using the HPC500 series end trucks, the supplier and/or owner of the system is/are responsible for providing
information for use by the operator for the safe operation of the system. Sources for such materials include:
 Manufacturer – If a hoist/trolley (or some other type of equipment) is used in the system, then the
manufacturer should provide materials for the operation of the hoist/trolley (or other equipment).
 CMAA – The Crane Manufacturer’s Association of America (CMAA) publishes a Crane Operator’s
Manual. Contact the CMAA at [phone] or www.mhia.org/cmaa.
 HMI – The Hoist Manufacturer’s Institute (HMI) publishes a Hoist Operator’s Manual. Contact the
HMI at [phone] or www.mhia.org/hmi.
 ASME – The American Society of Mechanical Engineers publishes safety standards pertaining to
the type of equipment that could be used in a system with the HPC500 end trucks. Examples are
listed below. Contact the ASME at [phone] or www.asme.org.
- ASME B30.11, “Monorails and Underhung Cranes”
- ASME B30.16, “Overhead Hoists (Underhung)”
- ASME B30.17, “Overhead and Gantry Cranes (Top Running Bridge, Single Girder, Underhung
Hoist)”
 Labels – Labels attached to equipment used in systems provide information important to the safe
operation of the equipment.
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Operators should be trained to be aware of potential malfunctions of the equipment that
require adjustment or repair, and to be instructed to stop operation if such malfunctions occur, and to immediately
advise their supervisor so corrective action can be taken.
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Operators should have normal depth perception, field of vision, reaction time, manual
dexterity, and coordination.
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Operators should not have a history of, or be prone to siezures, loss of physical control,
physical defects, or emotional instability that could result in actions of the operator being a hazard to the operator
or others.
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Operators should not operate equipment when under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or
medication.
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Improper operation of systems using the HPC500 end trucks can create a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury, and substatial property damage.
To avoid such a potentially hazardous situation the operator shall be familiar with, and shall obey, the operating
requirements and guidelines for the system.