Operating the crane with the pendant control

 

Line of vision

*   Take the pendant control in your hand.

*   With the pendant control in hand, turn so that the crane is in your line of vision.

●   This is the optimum position for operating the crane.

In this position, the directions of the operating direction signs (arrows) on the pendant control match the actual direction of travel of the crane and the trolley.

 

 

 

 

Operating direction signs for trolley travel

 

 

Operating direction signs for trolley travel

*   Select your position so that the operating direction signs from the pendant control match the operating direction signs on the crane.

●   Independent of their respective position, the colours of the operating direction signs (yellow and black arrows) always point the correct running direction of the crane and the trolley.

*   Observe the operating direction signs.

 

 

 

Checking before beginning work and switching on

Check the following points before beginning work with the crane. If there is any damage or problems arise, do not work with the crane; inform coworkers and supervisors.

 

 

Unlocking the emergency stop button

 

Emergency stop button

*   Turn the emergency stop switch a quarter-turn clockwise.

*   The crane is ready for use.