CRANE USE GUIDELINES

CRANE USE GUIDELINES

The crane operator is fully responsible for the equipment and people around the crane. Please familiarize yourself with crane operation before use.

BEFORE OPERATING THE CRANE

  • Never operate if “Out of Order” or “Do not operate” tag is on control panel

  • Using the crane in heavy rain or snow or in high winds is not recommended

  • Inspect crane, straps, and all rigging before moving under load

  • Replace old, worn, or weathered straps

  • Use correct straps for your boat

OPERATING THE CRANE

  • Do not lift a boat without at least 2 people present

  • Do not lift a boat with twisted or kinked straps

  • Lift loads vertically. An unbalanced load is dangerous. Make sure the hook is centered over the load both port/starboard and fore/aft

  • Apply power steadily to avoid jerking especially when rotating to or from the water. Abrupt starting and stopping will cause the load to swing

  • Repeated starting and stopping of controls will damage the connectors on the top of the crane

  • Take your time, crane use is not a race

  • Do not stand on or under the boat once it has been lifted

  • Never lift with people under or on a boat

  • Use bow and/or stern lines to control the motion of the boat

  • Never leave the crane unattended while loaded

STORING THE CRANE

  • Store the hook on the retaining line

  • Hang up the control box, if possible

  • Store straps in a dry area away from sunlight

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