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z Cleaning, replacement of filters
z Check oil levels and lubrication in accordance with the
lubrication chart in the manual
z Put the crane through test-running and test-loading, and
listen for any suspicious noises
8 - 8 Inspection & maintenance after 6 months in operation
z Clean the crane
z Check pressure settings and lead seals
z Check for oil leakage
z Check and advance screwed connections
z Check and advance hose and pipe couplings
z Check catches and other locking devices
z Check the functions and levers of control valve
z Check hook, ropes and any other lifting gear that is used
z Check that all the prescribed notices are in place
z Carry out a visual inspection of structural parts to detect
deformation and cracks etc.
z Clean or replace the filters
z Check oil levels and lubrication in accordance with the
lubrication chart in the manual
z Put the crane through test-running and test-loading, and
listen for any suspicious noises
z Do a security check on the mountings of the pump and
anchor bolts
z Clean or change the hydraulic oil