Whilst the CG300 suspended basket model requires only one module of the load test device, the CG600 basket models require two modules of said load test devices.
The purpose of the load test device in suspended crane baskets is to be able to carry out the load test before the first start-up of the equipment and, therefore, before the first personnel lifting operation. In addition, the load test device must also be used each time it is to be used with the intended load and from the ground.
For correct use of this element, it will be checked that there are no interferences, that the systems work properly and that the total load is below 50% of the limit of each configuration in fixed cranes and below 40% in mobile cranes. In addition, the crane base, the safety of the assembly (crane and all types of connection elements) and that the basket is balanced must always be verified.