Manitowoc National Crane NBT40-1 Series User Manual

National Crane 3-29-2018 Control # 610-00 2-5
NBT40-1 SERIES OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY INFORMATION
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the boom (boom nose, sheaves, boom extension, etc.). Two-
blocking can cause hoist lines (wire rope), rigging, reeving,
and other components to become highly stressed and
overloaded in which case the rope may fail allowing the load,
block, etc. to free fall.
Two-blocking is more likely to occur when both the main and
auxiliary hoist lines are reeved over the main boom nose and
boom extension nose respectively. An operator,
concentrating on the specific line being used, may telescope
or lower the boom allowing the other hoist line attachment to
contact the boom or boom extension nose, thus causing
damage to the sheaves, or causing the rope to fail, dropping
the lifting device to the ground and possibly injuring
personnel working below.
Caution must be used when lowering the boom, extending
the boom or hoisting up. Let out load line(s) simultaneously
to prevent two-blocking the boom tip(s) and the hook block,
etc. The closer the load is carried to the boom nose the more
important it becomes to simultaneously let out hoist rope as
the boom is lowered. Keep load handling devices a minimum
of 107 cm (42 in) below the boom nose at all times.
Two-blocking can be prevented. Operator awareness of the
hazards of two-blocking is the most important factor in
preventing this condition. An Anti-Two-Block System is
intended to assist the operator in preventing dangerous two-
block conditions. It is not a replacement for operator
awareness and competence.
Never interfere with the proper functioning of operational
aids or warning devices.
Working Area Limiter (If Equipped)
This equipment may be equipped with a working area limiter
as part of the RCL system, designated as either Work Area
Definition System (WADS) or Working Range Limiter (WRL).
You must read and understand the operator manual before
operating the working area limiter system. Become familiar
with all proper operating procedures and with the
identification of symbol usage.
The working area limiter is intended to be used as an aid to
the operator. It is not a substitute for safe equipment
operating practices, experience and good operator
judgements.
EQUIPMENT STABILITY/STRUCTURAL
STRENGTH
To avoid death or serious injury, ensure that the equipment is
on a firm surface with load and equipment’s configuration
within capacity as shown on the equipment’s Load Chart/
Reach Diagram and notes.
Ensure all pins and floats are properly installed and outrigger
beams are properly extended before lifting on outriggers. On
models equipped with outriggers that can be pinned at the
mid-extend position (vertical stripe, if applicable), the
outriggers must also be pinned when operating from the mid-
extend position.
Use adequate cribbing under outrigger floats to distribute
weight over a greater area. Check frequently for settling.
Read and follow the following safety for equipment with
center front stabilizers.
Carefully follow the procedures in this Operator Manual
when extending or retracting the outriggers. (See “Outrigger
Controls” on page 2.) Death or serious injury could result
from improper equipment setup on outriggers.
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Manitowoc National Crane NBT40-1 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Manitowoc
Model	National Crane NBT40-1 Series
Category	Construction Equipment
Language	English