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1-1 C-Series Operator Manual Chapter 1 Safety and Operation General The importance of safe operation cannot be over emphasized. Carelessness and neglect on the part of operators, job supervisors and planners, rigging personnel, and job site personnel can result in their death or injury and costly dam- age to the crane or property. The safety information in this section is intended only as a guide to assist the qualified operator in safe operation. Manitowoc Boom Trucks cannot foresee all hazards that will arise in the field; therefore, safety remains the responsibil- safety remains the responsibil- safety remains the responsibil- safety remains the responsibil- ity of the crane owner/user. ity of the crane owner/user. ity of the crane owner/user. ity of the crane owner/user. Always refer to ANSI/ASME B30.5 for complete safety and operation regulations. The subjects and material presented here are highlights of ANSI/ASME B30.5 and are intended as general information only. Local, state, and other govern- mental agencies may require stricter operating practices. When a conflict in exists, follow the strictest requirements. Failing to comply with safe operating practices and safety messages in this section may result in death or serious injury to operator and job site personnel and destruc- tion of this crane. Read and understand instructions in this chapter and in Capacity Chart on each side of pedestal before attempting to operate this crane. Note This crane has two control stations. Operate the crane from the station that provides the best view of the load and wrk area. The terms RIGHT, LEFT, FORWARD, and BACK refer to the operator’s right, left, front and rear when facing the controls at either control station. Safe Operating Practices Operation Near Electric Power Lines Operation of this crane near electric power lines shall be accordance with the following requirements: For power lines rated at 50,000 volts or less, the minimum clearance between the power lines and any part of the crane or load shall be 10 feet. For power lines rated over 50,000 volts, the minimum clearance between the power lines and any part of the crane or load shall be 10 feet plus 0.4 inch for every 1,000 volts over 50,000 volts, or use twice the length of the line insulator but never less than 10 feet. While in transit with no load and the boom lowered onto the boom rest, the clearance shall be a minimum of 4 feet. Any overhead wire shall be considered to be an energized power line unless and until the person owning the wire or the electrical utility authorities indicate that the wire is not an energized power line. Before starting crane operations near electric power lines, the person responsible for the job shall notify the owner of the lines or his authorized representative providing them with all pertinent information and requesting their cooperation. For all operations where it is difficult for the operator to maintain the required clearance by visual means, a qual- ified signal person shall be provided. The signal person shall observe the clearance and give the operator timely warnings so as to maintain the minimum clearance. Avoid electrocution! if any part of the crane or the load contacts an energized electric power line, the operator shall not attempt to get off the crane. The operator shall remain at the controls until the contact has been cleared or the power line has been de-energized. Do not let anyone on the ground touch the crane. The above requirements shall be adhered to even if the crane is equipped with cage-type boom guards, insulat- ing links, or proximity warning devices. Note The only exceptions to the above requirements are: 1.The power lines have been de-energized and physically grounded at the point of work. 2.Insulating barriers have been erected to prevent physical contact of any part of the crane or load with the power lines. The insulating barriers shall not be a part of or attachment of the crane.

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Chapter 1Safety and Operation

GeneralThe importance of safe operation cannot be over emphasized. Carelessness and neglect on the part of operators, job supervisors and planners, rigging personnel, and job site personnel can result in their death or injury and costly dam-age to the crane or property.

The safety information in this section is intended only as a guide to assist the qualified operator in safe operation. Manitowoc Boom Trucks cannot foresee all hazards that will arise in the field; therefore, safety remains the responsibil-safety remains the responsibil-safety remains the responsibil-safety remains the responsibil-ity of the crane owner/user.ity of the crane owner/user.ity of the crane owner/user.ity of the crane owner/user.

Always refer to ANSI/ASME B30.5 for complete safety and operation regulations. The subjects and material presentedhere are highlights of ANSI/ASME B30.5 and are intended as general information only. Local, state, and other govern-mental agencies may require stricter operating practices. When a conflict in exists, follow the strictest requirements.

Failing to comply with safe operating practices and safety messages in this sectionmay result in death or serious injury to operator and job site personnel and destruc-tion of this crane.

Read and understand instructions in this chapter and in Capacity Chart on each side of pedestalbefore attempting to operate this crane.

Note This crane has two control stations. Operate the crane from the station that provides the best view of the load and wrk area. The terms RIGHT, LEFT, FORWARD, and BACK refer to the operator's right, left, front and rear when facing the controls at either control station.

Safe Operating Practices

Operation Near Electric Power LinesOperation of this crane near electric power lines shall be accordance with the following requirements:

� For power lines rated at 50,000 volts or less, the minimum clearance between the power lines and any part of the crane or load shall be 10 feet.

� For power lines rated over 50,000 volts, the minimum clearance between the power lines and any part of the crane or load shall be 10 feet plus 0.4 inch for every 1,000 volts over 50,000 volts, or use twice the length of the line insulator but never less than 10 feet.

� While in transit with no load and the boom lowered onto the boom rest, the clearance shall be a minimum of 4 feet.

� Any overhead wire shall be considered to be an energized power line unless and until the person owning the wire or the electrical utility authorities indicate that the wire is not an energized power line.

� Before starting crane operations near electric power lines, the person responsible for the job shall notify the owner of the lines or his authorized representative providing them with all pertinent information and requesting their cooperation.

� For all operations where it is difficult for the operator to maintain the required clearance by visual means, a qual-ified signal person shall be provided. The signal person shall observe the clearance and give the operator timely warnings so as to maintain the minimum clearance.

� Avoid electrocution! if any part of the crane or the load contacts an energized electric power line, the operator shall not attempt to get off the crane. The operator shall remain at the controls until the contact has been cleared or the power line has been de-energized. Do not let anyone on the ground touch the crane.

� The above requirements shall be adhered to even if the crane is equipped with cage-type boom guards, insulat-ing links, or proximity warning devices.

Note The only exceptions to the above requirements are:

1.The power lines have been de-energized and physically grounded at the point of work.2.Insulating barriers have been erected to prevent physical contact of any part of the crane or load with the

power lines. The insulating barriers shall not be a part of or attachment of the crane.

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Signals� Signals to the operator shall be in accordance with the standard signals shown on the following pages unless

communications equipment (telephone, radio, etc.) is used.� All signals shall be easily understood by the operator at all times. The operator shall not respond to any signals

which are not clearly understood.� For operations not covered in standard signals illustrations, or for special situations, additional signals may be

required. In those cases, the signals used shall be agreed upon in advance by the operator and the signal per-son. The signals used should not conflict with or have the potential to be confused with the standard signals.

� If it is necessary to give other than the standard signals to the operator, all crane motions shall be stopped.� The signal person shall:

❑ Be qualified by experience with the operations and knowledgeable of the standard signals.❑ Position himself in clear view of the operator. The signal person's position shall give him a clear view of the load,

the crane, and the operating area.❑ Direct the load so the load does not pass over personnel.❑ Keep unnecessary personnel out of the crane's operating area.

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HOIST. With forearm vertical, forefinger pointing up, move hand in small hori-zontal circles.

LOWER. With arm extended down-ward, forefinger pointing down, move hand in small horizontal circles.

USE MAIN HOIST. Tap fist on head; then use regular signals.

USE WHIPLINE. (Auxiliary Hoist.) Tap elbow with one hand; then use regular signals.

RAISE BOOM. Arm extended, fingers closed, thumb pointing upward.

LOWER BOOM. Arm extended, fingers closed, thumb pointing downward.

MOVE SLOWLY. Use one hand to give any motion signal and place other hand motionless in front of hand giving the motion signal. (Hoist slowly shown as an example.)

RAISE BOOM & LOWER LOAD. With arm extended, thumb pointing up, flex fingers in and out as long as load move-ment is desired.

LOWER BOOM & RAISE LOAD. With arm extended, thumb pointing down, flex fingers in and out as long as load move-ment is desired.

SWING. Arm extended point with finger in direction of swing of boom.

STOP. Arm extended, palm down, move arm back and forth horizontally.

EMERGENCY STOP. Both arms extended, palms down, move arms back and forth horizon-tally.

TRAVEL. Arm extended forward, hand open and slightly raised, make pushing motion in direction of travel.

DOG EVERYTHING. Clasp hand in front of body.

TRAVEL. (Both Tracks.) Use both fists in front of body, making a circular motion about each other, indicating direction of travel; forward or back-ward.

TRAVEL. (One Track.) Lock the track on side indi-cated by raised fist. Travel opposite track in direction indicated by circular motion of other fist, rotated vertically in front of body.

EXTEND BOOM. (Telescoping Booms.) Both fists in front of body with thumbs pointing out-ward.

RETRACT BOOM. (Telescoping Boom.) Both fists in front of body with thumbs pointing toward each other.

EXTEND BOOM. (Telescoping Boom.) One Hand Signal. One fist in front of chest with thumb tapping chest.

RETRACT BOOM. (Telescoping Boom.) One hand signal. One fist in front of chest, thumb pointing outward and heel of fist tapping chest.

Figure 1-1 Hand Signals

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Preparing for Road TravelThe following steps shall be taken before the truck is traveled after crane operations:

� The jib shall be stored, If equipped.� The boom shall be lowered onto the boom rest before the outriggers and stabilizers are retracted.� The load block or the overhaul ball shall be secured to the rear of the subframe.� The tires shall be inflated to the proper pressure.� The outriggers and stabilizers shall be fully retracted.

Important Always retract front bumper stabilizer before retracting outriggers or rear stabilizers.� The PTO shall be disengaged.� All loose items shall be secured to the flatbed.� The total weight of the truck, the crane, and any load carried on the flatbed shall not exceed the allowable gross

vehicle weight.

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Crane Operating Controls1. Power Take-Off (PTO) Control2. Boom Hoist Control3. Winch Control3a. Speed-Lift Control4. Telescope Control5. Swing Control6. Hydraulic Accessory Valve Control7. Hydraulic System Pressure Gauge8. Bubble Level9. Horn Switch

10. Engine Start/Stop11. Foot Throttle12. Boom Angle Indicator13. Load Moment Indicator (LMI) Display14. Warning Horn15. Anti-Two-block Shutdown (Not Shown)16. Overload Shutdown (Not Shown)17. Boom Bypass Switch18. Hydraulic Capacity Alert System

(HYCAS) (Not Shown)

Manual PTO Control & Light

Air PTO Control and Light

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1

11

14

17

12 13

Figure 1-2 Typical Crane Operating Controls

Figure 1-3 View in Truck Cab

Figure 1-4 View Both Platforms

Figure 1-5 View Both Sides of Boom

Figure 1-6 Load Moment Indicator

Display (LMI) Figure 1-7 View Inside Pedestal

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Controls and Functions

Control and Position (Figures 1-5 through 1-9) Function

1. Power Take-Off (PTO) Control Operation of the PTO will vary; refer to the manufac-turer�s manual in the truck cab for operating instruc-tions.

Important Do not drive truck while PTO is engaged; hydraulic pump may be damaged.

2. Boom Hoist ControlLever FORWARD from OFFLever BACK from OFFLever CENTERED (spring returned)

DOWN (lower boom).UP (raise boom).OFF (counterbalance valve holds boom in position).

Important Return control lever to OFF as soon as boom is fully raised or fully lowered, otherwise, oil will flow over relief valve possibly causing damage to hydraulic system from overheating.

3. Winch ControlLever FORWARD from OFFLever BACK from OFFLever CENTERED (spring returned)

DOWN (lower load).UP (raise load).OFF (spring-applied brake holds load in position).

3a. Speed-Lift ControlButton DOWN HIGH SPEED winch operation.

Note When Speed-Lift is activated, the excess oil from the main control valve is diverted to the winch valve, and winch speed increases. Speed-Lift will not operate if system pressure exceeds 2,500 psi or if another function is being operated at full speed.

4. Telescope ControlLever FORWARD from OFFLever BACK from OFFLever CENTERED (spring returned)

OUT (extend boom sections).IN (retract boom sections).OFF (counterbalance valve holds boom sections in

position.Important Return control lever to OFF as soon as boom is fully extended or fully retracted; otherwise, oil will flow over relief valve, possibly causing damage to hydraulic system from overheating.Note Due to variations in loading, boom angle and

slider pad friction, the maximum load which can be telescoped cannot be specified. It is safe, however, to attempt to telescope the boom within the limits of the Capacity Chart.

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5. Swing ControlLever FORWARD from OFFLever BACK from OFFLever CENTERED (spring returned)

Swing LEFT (counterclockwise).Swing RIGHT (clockwise).OFF (spring-applied brake holds boom in position).

Note This crane has 372º uninterrupted swing in both directions. When the boom swings 372º a mechanical swing stop will automatically pull the swing control lever OFF and the swing brake will apply to stop the swing motion.

Important Do not disable swing stop. If boom swings more than 372º hydraulic lines will break. Always move swing control lever gradually toward OFF to bring boom to a smooth stop. If swing control lever is suddenly released to OFF, swing brake will bring boom to an abrupt stop. This action will cause load to swing out from under boom point or jib point, possibly resulting in dam-age to boom or jib from side loading.

6. Hydraulic Accessory Valve Control (If Equipped)

Lever FORWARD from OFFLever BACK from OFFLever CENTERED (spring returned)

HI Pressure to Port B of accessory valve.HI Pressure to Port A of accessory valve.Control valve blocks flow to work Ports A and B.

7. Hydraulic System Pressure Gauge Indicates the pressure (0-2,800 psi) in the circuit operat-ing under the most load.

8. Bubble Level Indicates how level the crane is from side to side and from front to rear.

9. Horn SwitchButton IN Signal horn ON.

10. Engine Start/Stop SwitchToggle LEFT (Momentary)Toggle RIGHT (Momentary)

START engine.STOP engine

Always stop engine beforeleaving crane unattendedand before servicing crane.

11. Engine Foot ThrottlePedal DOWN

Pedal UP (spring returned)

INCREASE engine speed in relation to how far the pedal is depressed.

DECREASE engine speed.Note The speed of any crane function depends on

engine speed and on how far the control lever is moved in either direction.

Controls and Functions

Control and Position (Figures 1-5 through 1-9) Function

12º

372º Uninterrupted Swing

CLTruck

CLRotation

Figure 1-8 Swing Limit

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12. Boom Angle Indicator

Main Boom Only

Main Boom with Jib Erected

Indicates the angle of the boom (in degrees) above or below horizontal.

Loaded boom angles at specified boom lengths give only an approximation of the operating radius. The boom angle before loading should be greater to account for deflections. Do not exceed the operating radius for rated loads.

The operating radius shown in the jib rating chart is for fully extended boom only. When boom is not fully extended, use only loaded boom angle to determine load rating of jib.

13. Load Moment Indicator (LMI) Control/Display

For function, controls and display information, refer to LMI Handbook provided with crane.

14. Warning Horn � Anti-Two-Block, Overload Warning and Outrigger/Stabilizer (Not Shown)

The horn BEEPS to warn the operator and surrounding personnel when any of the following conditions occur.

� The load block or the overhaul ball is hoisted too high (against two-block weight on load line).

Important Always pay out load line while extending boom to prevent load block or overhaul ball from con-tacting two-block weight. Do not hoist load so high that load block or overhaul ball contacts two-block weight.

� The crane outriggers and/or stabilizers are being operated.

Note Warning horn will stop sounding when the outrig-ger and stabilizer set-up is completed.

If warning horn comes ondue to overload, immedi-ately correct overload con-

dition; failing to do so may result instructural damage or tipping.

Do not rely on warninghorn to alert operator to anoverload condition when jib

is being used. Jib's capacity can beexceeded before warning horn comes on.

To correct a two-block condition � Lower the load or retract the boom.

To correct an overload condition � Lower the load to the ground, retract the boom, or raise the boom

15. Anti-Two Block Shutdown (Not Shown) Automatically STOPS and prevents further operation of the WINCH UP and TELESCOPE OUT and BOOM DOWN functions when warning horn comes on.

Important Always pay out load line while extending boom to prevent load block or overhaul ball from con-tacting two-block weight. Do not hoist load so high that load block or overhaul ball contacts two-block weight.

Controls and Functions

Control and Position (Figures 1-5 through 1-9) Function

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16. Overload Shutdown (Not Shown) The overload shutdown automatically stops and pre-vents further operation of the WINCH UP, TELESCOPE OUT, and BOOM DOWN functions when warning horn comes on.

If warning horn comes ondue to overload, immedi-ately correct overload con-

dition; failing to do so may result instructural damage or tipping.

Do not rely on warning hornto alert operator to an over-load condition when jib is

being used. Jib's capacity can be exceededbefore warning horn comes on.

17. Boom Down Bypass Switch (Not Shown)

Button IN

This switch is used to bypass the overload shutdown system so the boom can be lowered from the maximum boom angle (80°). Button located on electrical enclo-sure inside the crane pedestal. Hold the button in and lower the boom. Once the boom has lowered a few degrees, the warning horn should shutoff. Release the button and continue to lower the boom to the desired angle.

Bypass switch to be usedonly for lowering boomfrom maximum angle. Do

not use for any other reason.

Bypass switch must be in its normal position(OUT) during operation; otherwise, overloadshutdown system will not work properly, andcrane's capacity may be exceeded.

18. Hydraulic Capacity Alert System (HYCAS) (Not Shown) Not used with cranes equipped with LMI units.

Hydraulic monitoring system provides an audible warn-ing when the crane's rated capacity is exceeded. The system will disable Winch Up, Telescope Out and Boom Down crane functions until the overload condition has been corrected.

The HYCAS system isdesigned to monitor MainBoom operation only. Do not

rely on shutdown feature or warning horn toalert operator to an overload condition whenthe jib is being used. The jib's capacity canbe exceeded before the shutdown feature orwarning horn is activated.

Controls and Functions

Control and Position (Figures 1-5 through 1-9) Function

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Setting Outriggers and Stabilizers

Outrigger Operation and WarningsAvoid injury to personnel or damage to crane and property by adhering to the fol-lowing safety precautions when operating outriggers and stabilizers.

� Warn all personnel to stand clear of outriggers and stabilizers before operating them.� Operator � do not place hands and arms between outriggers and platform back guard.� Set outrigger and stabilizer pads on flat, firm foundation that will support load placed on pads. � Do not set pads in holes, on rocky ground, or on extremely soft ground. Use wood blocking or steel plates under

pads, if necessary, to properly distribute loading on foundation.� Fully retract outriggers and stabilizers before traveling in the truck.� Return control levers to OFF as soon as outriggers or stabilizers are fully extended or fully retracted, otherwise,

oil will flow over relief valve, possibly causing damage to hydraulic system from overheating.� Crane operations with outriggers or stabilizers jack cylinders retracted is prohibited.

Cranes with Link type Outriggers (full spread only)To level the crane

Step 1 First, extend the outriggers to level the crane from side to side

Step 2 (A-frame Stabiizers)

Then, extend the stabilizers to level from the crane from front to rear.

Step 2 (Out -Down Stabiizers)

a.) Fully extend the stailizer beams.

b.) Then, extend the stabilizer jack cylinders to level the crane from front to rear.

Important Do not operate crane with stabilizers beams partially extended. Crane operations with outriggers retracted is prohibited.Step 3 Finally, extend the front bumper stabilizer, if equipped, until oil flows over the relief valve. At this point, the sta-bilizer will stop extending, ensuring the stabilizer is properly loaded.

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Cranes with Out-Down Outriggers (multiple spread settings)Each outrigger extension setting has its own Load Chart and Range Diagram. Useonly the Load Chart and Range Diagram specified for your crane and outrigger set-tings.

All outriggers must be identically set to the same extension. Attempting to use dif-ferent beam extensions can result in equipment damage, personal injury, and inju-ries to others.

Note Ensure that the outrigger pin is in the correct position for the desired outrigger spread configuration before extending the outrigger or stabilizer beams. Refer to the following pages for illustrations of the various C-series outrigger configurations and controls.

Full and Retracted SettingsEnsure the Outrigger/Stabilizer Pin for each outrigger is in the stowed position with the pin resting in the upper part of the slot as shown in Figure 1-11 or 1-12.

Intermediate ExtensionDouble-stage Outriggers � pins will engage when fully retracted without extending. Lower the Outrigger Pin to the lower position in the slot as shown in Figure 1-11 or 1-12.

Single-Stage Stabilizers � With the stabilizers retracted, lift the stabilizer pin, rotate and drop into long slot until pin stops against inner box top plate. Extend inner beams slowly until pin drops into hole in each beam.

To level the crane

Step 1 Extend the outrigger beams to the desired spread position.

Step 2 Then, extend the outrigger jack cylinders to level the crane from side to side.

Step 3 Next, extend the stabilizer beams to the desired spread position.

Step 4 Then, extend the outrigger jack cylinders to level the crane from front to rear.

Step 5 Finally, extend the front bumper stabilizer until oil flows over the relief valve. At this point, the stabilizer will stop extending, ensuring the stabilizer is properly loaded.

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Controls and Functions - Link Type Outrigger and A-Frame Stabilizer

Control and Position Function

1. This Side Outrigger2. Other Side Outrigger3. This Side Stabilizer4. Other Side Stabilizer5. Front Bumper Stabilizer (Optional)

Lever FORWARD from OFFLever BACK from OFFLever CENTERED (spring returned)

Note THIS SIDE refers to the side of the truck that is nearest the operator when standing at either con-trol station. OTHER SIDE refers to the opposite side of the truck.

DOWN (extend outrigger or stabilizer to raise truck).UP (retract outrigger or stabilizer to lower truck).OFF (valves hold outriggers and stabilizers in posi-

tion).

Figure 1-9 Conventional Link Type Outriggers and A-frame Stabilizers

Typically both sets are fully extended to lift the truck off the ground and adjusted to ensure crane is level in all directions.

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Control and Position Function

1. Stabilizer Select Switch

Toggle CENTERED (spring returned)Toggle held LEFTToggle held RIGHT

The position of this switch selects which cylinder operates (Left, Right or Both) when operating stabilizer controls.

BOTH sides operate in conjunction with stabilizer controls 4-5.Only LEFT cylinders operate in conjunction with stabilizer controls 4-5.Only RIGHT cylinders operate in conjunction with stabilizer controls 4-5.

2. This Side Outrigger3. Other Side Outrigger

Lever FORWARD from OFFLever BACK from OFFLever CENTERED (spring returned)

Note THIS SIDE refers to the side of the truck that is nearest the operator when standing at either control station. OTHER SIDE refers to the opposite side of the truck.

DOWN (extend outrigger to raise truck).UP (retract outrigger to lower truck).OFF (valves hold outriggers in position).

4. Stabilizer Up-Down

Lever FORWARD from OFFLever BACK from OFFLever CENTERED (spring returned)

Note The position of selector switch 1 (Left, Right or Both) determines the action of stabilizer controls 4 and 5.

DOWN (extend stabilizer jack to raise truck).UP (retract stabilizer jack to lower truck).OFF (valves hold stabilizer jacks in position).

5. Stabilizer In-Out

Lever FORWARD from OFFLever BACK from OFFLever CENTERED (spring returned)

Note The position of selector switch 1 (Left, Right or Both) determines the action of stabilizer controls 4 and 5.

OUT (extend stabilizer beam outward).IN (retract stabilizer beam inward).OFF (valves hold stabilizer beams in position).

6. Front Bumper Stabilizer(Optional)

Lever FORWARD from OFFLever BACK from OFFLever CENTERED (spring returned)

DOWN (extend outrigger or stabilizer to raise truck).UP (retract outrigger or stabilizer to lower truck).OFF (valves hold outriggers and stabilizers in position).

Stabilizer Beams

Jack Cylinder

Figure 1-10 Conventional Link Type Outriggers and

Out-Down Stabilizers

Typically both sets are fully extended to lift the truck off the ground and adjusted to

ensure crane is level in all directions.

Both beams on stabilizers must be fully extended before jack cylinders are

extended to level the crane.

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PIN POSITION IS NOT CRITCAL, BUT PREFER-

ABLY DISENGAGED.

ALL OUTRIGGER AND STABILIZER BEAMS FULLY RETRACTED.

BEAMS FULLY RETRACTED

PINS MUST BE ENGAGED FOR THIS SPREAD CONFIGURATION

BOTH STABILIZER BEAMS MUST BE

FULLY EXTENDED.

BOTH OUTRIGGER BEAMS MUST BE EXTENDED TO THE

MID EXTEND MARKS.

BEAMS AT INTERMEDIATE SPREAD

BOTH OUTRIGGER BEAMS MUST BE EXTENDED TO THE

FULL EXTEND MARKS.

PINS MUST BE DISENGAGED FOR THIS SPREAD CONFIGURATION

BEAMS FULLY EXTENDEDBOTH STABILIZER BEAMS

MUST BE FULLY EXTENDED.

IntermediateIntermediateIntermediateIntermediateOutrigger Spread Outrigger Spread Outrigger Spread Outrigger Spread

Pin PositionPin PositionPin PositionPin PositionEngaged

Full or RetractedFull or RetractedFull or RetractedFull or RetractedOutrigger SpreadOutrigger SpreadOutrigger SpreadOutrigger Spread

Pin PositionPin PositionPin PositionPin PositionDisengaged

BEAMS FULLY RETRACTED3000 Series CranesDo not attempt tooperate the cranewith the outriggers and stabilizersfully retracted. The LMI programmingdoes not support this configurationnor is a load chart available. Failureto comply will cause equipment to failpossibly resulting in serious injury topersonnel.

PINS MUST BE ENGAGED FOR THIS SPREADCONFIGURATION

BOTH STABILIZER BEAMS MUST BE

EXTENDED TO THE MID EXTEND MARKS.

BOTH OUTRIGGER BEAMS MUST BE EXTENDED TO THE

MID EXTEND MARKS.

BEAMS AT INTERMEDIATE SPREAD

BOTH OUTRIGGER BEAMS MUST BE EXTENDED TO THE

FULL EXTEND MARKS.

PINS MUST BE DISEN-GAGED FOR THIS SPREAD

CONFIGURATION

BEAMS FULLY EXTENDEDBOTH STABILIZER BEAMS

MUST BE EXTENDED TO THE FULL EXTEND MARKS.

IntermediateIntermediateIntermediateIntermediateOutrigger Spread Outrigger Spread Outrigger Spread Outrigger Spread

Pin PositionPin PositionPin PositionPin PositionEngaged

FullFullFullFullOutrigger SpreadOutrigger SpreadOutrigger SpreadOutrigger Spread

Pin PositionPin PositionPin PositionPin PositionDisengaged

Figure 1-11 Out-Down Outriggers and 13�-11� Out-Down Stabilizers

Typically both sets are fully extended to lift the truck off the ground and adjusted to ensure crane is level in all directions. Set-up as illustrated

Figure 1-12 Out-Down Outriggers and 18�-6� Out-Down Stabilizers

Typically both sets are fully extended to lift the truck off the ground and adjusted to ensure crane is level in all directions. Set-up as illustrated

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Controls and Functions - Out-Down Outrigger and Out-Down Stabilizer

Control Function

1. Outrigger/Stabilizer Select Switch

Toggle CENTERED (spring returned)

Toggle held LEFT

Toggle held RIGHT

Note The position of this switch selects which cylinder operates (Left, Right or Both) when used in conjunction with outrigger or stabilizer controls.

BOTH sides operate when outrigger or stabilizer controls 2-5 are moved.

Only LEFT cylinders operate when outrigger or stabilizer controls 2-5 are moved.

Only RIGHT cylinders operate when outrigger or stabilizer con-trols 2-5 are moved.

2. Stabilizer Up-Down3. Outrigger Up-Down

Lever FORWARD from OFFLever BACK from OFFLever CENTERED (spring returned)

Note The position of selector switch 1 (Left, Right or Both) deter-mines the action of outrigger or stabilizer controls 2-5.

DOWN (extend jack cylinder to raise truck).UP (retract jack cylinder to lower truck).OFF (valves hold jack cylinders in position).

4. Stabilizer In-Out5. Outrigger In-Out

Lever FORWARD from OFFLever BACK from OFFLever CENTERED (spring returned)

Note The position of selector switch 1 (Left, Right or Both) deter-mines the action of outrigger or stabilizer controls 2-5.

OUT (extend outrigger/stabilizer beam outward).IN (retract outrigger/stabilizer beam inward).OFF (valves hold all beams in position).

6. Front Bumper Stabilizer(Optional)

Lever FORWARD from OFFLever BACK from OFFLever CENTERED (spring returned)

DOWN (extend outrigger or stabilizer to raise truck).UP (retract outrigger or stabilizer to lower truck).OFF (valves hold outriggers and stabilizers in position).

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