Step

Action

It is essential to follow the practices recommended in this section. It is not acceptable to assume that because an action is possible, it is best practice. Incorrect usage can result in damage to the equipment and service resulting from such usage will not be covered by any warranty or service agreement.

1

Park the Sidelifter alongside the area where the container is to be placed Ensure that the area is clear of obstructions and the Sidelifter park brake is applied.

WARNING: If placing the container alongside another container, position the container by moving the trailer. Do not attempt to align the container by lifting one end high then dropping it. This practice can damage the crane.

2

Unlock the twistlocks.

Take care to ensure the twistlocks are unlocked prior to lifting.

3

Start the engine (or PTO) and Sidelifter controls. On Multicrane models, select the Front 20', 40', or rear 20' option on the three-way switch.

4

Fully extend the stabiliser legs and place the feet on the ground. As per the previous instructions: "To lift a container from the ground", packing may need to be placed under the feet on soft or doubtful ground.

Select arm mode () on the remote control.

5

Raise the top and bottom arms until the chains are evenly tensioned. This can be verified readily by checking that the top chain hoops take the strain in a vertical position.

6

Raise the top and bottom arms to lift the container clear of twistlocks.

7

Move the container across the chassis until the container is 300mm clear of the side of the Sidelifter.

8

Lower the top arms to place the container on the ground. If it is necessary to move the container further out from the Sidelifter, do this with the container no more than 150mm, (6in) above the ground.

9

Slacken the lifting chains and remove the lifting lugs from the container.

10

Return the lifting arms to the stowed position ensuring the lifting chains are in the chain trays beside the twistlocks.

11

Return the stabiliser legs to the stowed position.

12

Shut down the controls by switching off the remote. Stow remote in truck cab and deactivate engine (or PTO).