Yale Steerman LX-6 Mode D'emploi page 8

Operating Manual for
4. Remember the load must rest evenly on the three
top pads of the Load Moving System with half the
weight equally on the two rear trolleys and the
other half on the front steer section.
5. Always raise the rear part of the load first, using
hydraulic claw jacks, then place the two rear
trolleys in position.
6. Ensure that some form of anti-slip mats or wooden
boards are in place between the load and the tops
of the two trolleys.
7. The alignment bar should be positioned
perpendicular to the direction of travel to avoid
„crabbing" when the load is moved.
8. Carefully lower the load onto the rear trolleys and
remove the jacks.
9. Next, jack up the front of the load and position the
front steering unit (fitted with a turntable). Again,
ensure that an anti-slip mat or wooden board is in
place on the turntable pad.
10. Lower the load onto the steerable front section
and double check that the load is evenly
distributed and safely balanced.
11. Check that the route to the destination is clear
and the surface is suitable for both the weight of
the load and the Load Moving System.
12. Totally clear and clean the floor area and route to
be travelled. Remove all oil, grease, metal
shavings, or debris.
Remember, Yale skates have only been designed
to operate over smooth, modern industrial floors.
5. Basic Techniques:
1. The front skate must not be steered while the load
is stationary. Steering can only occur when the
load is moving.
2. When the system is moving, always position
yourself so that you can control the skates while
at all times staying clear of the load.
3. Extreme care should be taken to ensure that any
operator, lookout or bystander does not get
trapped between the load and any surrounding
walls or obstructions.
4. When pushing or pulling with a powered vehicle,
secure a restraint cable or sling to the load to
prevent it running away.
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5. The operator should be within sight of any
powered vehicle driver at all times. If this is not
possible, a third person should be used to relay
instructions between the operator and the driver.
6. Whenever possible it is of great help to mark the
floor to show the exact route where the load is to
travel and to mark where it is to be finally
positioned.
7. Check the path for debris before the operation
and continually check behind you as you steer to
make sure there is no danger of tripping or falling.
8. Do not allow the load system to travel at speed or
abruptly change its direction of travel.
6. Finally
1. To remove the Load Moving System from beneath
the load, the load should be raised on hydraulic
claw jacks until it is just clear of the system. The
front steer unit should be removed first and the
load lowered to the floor before attempting to
remove the rear units.
2. Next, the rear trolleys should be removed and the
load lowered to the ground gradually and under
total control.
3. Before manually lifting any part of the Load
Moving System, check that the component weight
does not exceed 20kgs (44lbs).
4. Take your time and exercise extreme care. You
are more likely to have an accident if you are tired
or rushing to complete any operation.