Palfinger PSM Series User manual

Operators Manual
PSM
Hydraulic Crane
Translation of the original Operator Manual
Equipment number :
CPDB0009
Version : 2011/10
PALFINGER AG
Franz-Wolfram-Scherer-Straße 24
5020 Salzburg / Austria
www.palfinger.com

DANGER –ATTENTION: Indicates situations of severe danger
which may cause great risks for health and safety of the
operating personnel if handled without care.
ATTENTION –TIP: Indicates that a proper conduct is required
so that health and safety of the operating personnel are not put
at risk and no economic damages are caused.
IMPORTANT: Indicates technical information of particular
importance which should not be ignored.

Dear Customer
Many thanks for choosing to a PALFINGER MARINE product. We have
done everything to ensure optimal and safe operation in the design and
production of your crane.
To ensure that your crane works reliably and economically for many
years, please observe the following:
Observe the safety instruction (possible dangers).
Maintain your crane regularly in accordance with the instructions.
Keep your crane clean. Dirt increases wear on the cylinders and
bearings. Leaking oil or other lubricants are a major source of
accidents.
Follow the instructions of this manual.
We wish you all the best!
PALFINGER MARINE
© by PALFINGER MARINE GMBH

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Safety instructions
It is also in your own interest to observe these instructions
very carefully.
2
Before operation of the crane
This chapter provides you with important safety instructions
which must be followed each time before starting operation.
3
Start operation of the crane
This chapter gives you all the necessary information to
properly start operation of your crane.
4
Crane operation
This chapter provides you with the necessary information to
properly operate your crane.
5
After crane operation
This chapter provides you with a summary of the necessary
instructions to safely finish work with your crane.
6
Maintenance and service
This chapter provides you with the necessary information to
properly maintain and service your crane.
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Appendix
EEx - Crane

Safety instructions Chapter 1
1 Safety instructions
CONTENTS
1.1 AN OVERVIEW OF THE DANGERS
1.1-1 RULES FOR THE AVOIDANCE OF DANGERS
1.2 PREREQUISITES
1.2-1 CE-SYMBOL
1.2-2 ASSEMBLY,ACCEPTANCE AND REGULAR INSPECTION OF THE CRANE UNIT
1.2-3 REQUIREMENTS FOR THE OPERATING PERSONNEL
1.2-4 SAFETY DEVICES NOT TO BE TAMPERED WITH
1.2-5 CRANE OPERATION IN ADVERSE OPERATING CONDITIONS
1.2-6 INTENDED USE
1.3 DURING CRANE OPERATION
1.3-1 AVOID DANGER OF CRUSHING
1.3-2 DANGER OF BURN INJURIES
1.3-3 KEEP DISTANCE FROM POWER LINES
1.3-4 ACTION IN THE EVENT OF FLASHOVER
1.3-5 ACTION IN THE EVENT OF DEFECTS

An overview of the dangers 1.1-1
1.1 An overview of the dangers
1.1-1 Rules for the avoidance of dangers
1. General safety instructions
Operation only by trained personnel.
Safety devices not to be tampered with.
Prescribed safe distances to be maintained.
Safe distances from electric power lines to be maintained.
Be alert to faults during crane operation.
2. Prior to crane operation
Pay attention to effluent hydraulic oil.
Make a visual inspection.
Check the safety devices before start-up.
3. On start-up
Use the right hydraulic fluid for the temperatures.
Check the heel / load diagram.
Remove the extensions before unfolding.
4. During crane operation
Ensure the crane is used according to the specifications.
Keep an eye on the working area.
Do not stay in the danger area of the crane.
Safeguard the working area.
Select the right control stand.
Pick up and secure loads in the due and proper manner.
Use of load lifting gear and ancillary equipment supplied by PALFINGER MARINE
Secure attachment of ancillary equipment.
Adherence to the max. lifting capacity of the crane, ancillary equipment and load lifting gear.
No load moment increase when lowering the load.
5. After crane operation
Secure crane in transport position.
Switch off hydraulic pump.
Observe maximum head room on bridges, etc.
6. On maintenance and lubrication
Carry out maintenance work only when the machine is inoperative.
Keep steps, standing areas and handles clean.

1.2-1 Prerequisites
1.2 Prerequisites
1.2-1 CE-Symbol
If your crane is marked with a CE symbol it meets the requirements of the machine directive of the
EEA (European Economic Area).
This symbol is only valid in connection with a conformity declaration issued for your crane.
The firm mounting the crane on the ship must issue a conformity declaration. If constructional changes
are made to the crane (e.g. mounting of a rope winch, remote control, raised stand or raised seat, etc.)
the CE symbol must be re-issued by the firm mounting the equipment (new conformity declaration).
If the crane bears a CE symbol, it must be fitted with an overload safety device.
Ancillary equipment must bear its own CE symbol.
In the EEA and certain other countries the crane may only be operated if it has a valid CE symbol and
valid conformity declaration.
1.2-2 Assembly, acceptance and regular inspection of the crane unit
The crane must be assembled according to the valid assembly rules of PALFINGER MARINE.
In addition, national regulations and guide-lines regarding installation must be observed and the
official acceptance must proceed according to the regulations in force.
The firm responsible for assembly must on handing over the crane instruct the crane operator in the
operation of the crane and point out to the crane operator all possible dangers and risks of injury.
On handover of the crane the customer is to be given the maintenance manual, operating instructions
(including assembly-related additions), and the conformity declaration for the EEA.
The firm operating the crane is responsible for ensuring that the regular inspections required by law
are carried out.
Any use other than the one intended by the company PALFINGER MARINE as well as constructional
changes that affect the stability of load-bearing components need to be approved by the manufacturer.