R&M Materials Handling VARIABLE SPEED CONTROLS ControlMaster NXT Service Manual - Manual (Page 4)

R&M Materials Handling, Inc.
4501 Gateway Boulevard
Springfield, Ohio 45502
P.: (937) 328-5100
FAX: (937) 325-5319
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1 GENERAL INTRODUCTION
1.1 Foreword: About This Manual
This manual offers guidance to enable safe and efficient operation of the crane.
As a crane operator, taking the time to read this manual will help you to prevent damage to the crane and load,
and, most importantly, personnel situated close to the crane. The crane is designed to be safe when used correctly.
However, there are many potential hazards associated with incorrect operation and these can be avoided when
you know how to recognize and anticipate them.
This manual is not intended as a substitute for proper training but provides recommendations and methods for safe
and efficient operation. The crane owner must ensure that operators are properly trained prior to crane operation
and, at all times, comply with all of the applicable and prevailing safety and other standards, rules and regulations.
1.2 Symbols Used In This Manual
Readers should familiarize themselves with the following symbols which are used in this manual.
Indicates that the crane is slowing down or is moving at its slowest speed.
Indicates that the crane is accelerating or moving at its highest speed.
NOTE: Indicates items which require special attention by the reader. There is no obvious risk of injury
associated with notes.
1.3 Safety Alert Symbols and Signal Words
The following symbols are used in this manual to indicate potential safety hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury for
death.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, MAY result in
minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, COULD result
in death or serious injury.
DANGER
INDICATES AN IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH, IF NOT
AVOIDED, WILL RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.