Product Manual

Rev. 9/9/2021

JIB-FM, MANUAL

Use instructions:

Before using the crane for the first time, perform an “Initial Inspection” as described in 29 CFR 1910.179. The

inspection procedure is paraphrased on p. 9. However, you should read the entire regulation periodically. The

regulation is published on

http://www.OSHA.gov/ as standard 1910.179 for “General Industry”.

To reduce the likelihood of serious personal injuries caused by improper or careless operation:

x Only qualified, designated crane operators should use this device. The operating instructions in this manual

supplement safe (crane and hoist) operation techniques learned during your training program. ALWAYS apply those

techniques and conform to OSHA crane operation standards (29 CFR 1910.179).

x Instruct all persons to remain at a safe distance during operation. All personnel not using the crane should remain

outside the operating area during use.

x Tag the crane “Out of service” and notify your maintenance personnel if: 1) you observe any damage to the anchor

bolts or the foundation especially the concrete around the anchor bolts; 2) hear unusual noise during use; 3) see

warps, cracks, etc. of the boom, the mounting plate (base of the mast), the socket, or the load hook or chain/cable.

Proper load lifting:

Always follow the instructions provided with your hoist and trolley.

Position the trolley and hoist directly above the load. Proper positioning is diagrammed below:

Proper load centering beneath hoist and trolley

Improperly positioned loads

Side view

Front view

Side view

Front view

Hoist cable/chain

aligned with centerline

(red dashed line)

Hoist cable/chain not

aligned with centerline

(red dashed line)

Function Tests:

Verify that the jib operates normally by performing the tests below. If an issue is discovered, tag the crane “Out of

Service”. Restore the crane to normal operating condition before returning it to service.

1. Test the bearing: rotate the boom in both directions. Make sure that the boom rotates smoothly. Listen for

unusual noises while the boom rotates. If the boom wobbles or is unusually noisy, remove the boom and

socket from the mast. Grease the bearing inside the socket. Reinstall the boom and socket on top of the mast.

If lubrication does not resolve the problem, the bearing might need to be replaced. Contact the factory to

discuss the problem and to order replacement parts.

Test the hoist and trolley according to the manufacturers’ instructions.