NOTE
Refer to the “Service and warranty manual” to know the actions performed by the
authorised service workshop.
8.3.4. Annual maintenance
Take the crane, at least once a year, to an authorised service workshop for inspection and
maintenance.
The workshop must carry out the following maintenance tasks at least once a year.
Hydraulic oil
• Change the hydraulic oil.
NOTE
If the workshop is equipped and the personnel prepared to do a test of the oil
quality and think that the oil change is not needed, they can postpone it on their
own responsibility.
Oil tank filter and filler cap
• Change the filler cap.
• Replace filter.
Slewing system
• Make sure that there are not unusual movements, noises, excessive clearance, etc... between
the base and column when operating the crane.
Hooks
• Replace missing or faulty parts on link assembly: shafts, safety pins and nuts.
• Replace the hook for a new one if the hook is damaged.
• Replace the hook for a new one if its weight allowed marking is damaged.
• Replace the latch assembly if it is damaged, missing or malfunctioning.
• Replace the hook for a new one if the clevis/link shaft, centring spacer, or split clevis retaining
nuts are missing or damaged.
• Non swivel hook: replace the two spring/roll pins and the plane bearing with new ones at least
once a year.
8.4. Lubrication
8.4.1. General greasing of the cranes
Incorrect or insufficient lubrication of a crane is the number one cause of premature failure.
Lubricate all parts in the crane marked with the symbol
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