OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES 2250 OPERATOR MANUAL
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Published 06-24-16, Control # 241-01
STOPPING ENGINE/LEAVING CRANE
UNATTENDED
1. Travel the crane onto a level surface. Do not leave the
crane unattended on a grade.
2. Turn on the travel park.
3. Swing the rotating bed to the desired position and turn
on the swing brake.
4. Lower all loads to the ground and fully apply the drum
working brakes with the brake pedals and latch the
pedals down.
5. Turn on the drum park to apply the drum brake and
engage the drum pawl, if equipped, for each load drum.
6. If possible, lower the boom and luffing jib onto blocking
at ground level.
If the boom and luffing jib cannot be lowered, as
determined by a qualified designated person, they must
be securely fastened from movement by wind or other
outside forces (see Wind Conditions in the Capacity
Chart Manual).
NOTE: The designated person shall be familiar with the
jobsite limitations, the crane configuration, and the
expected weather conditions.
7. Ensure that all handles are off.
8. Decrease engine speed to idle.
9. Allow the engine to idle for three to five minutes so it
cools evenly.
10. Stop the engine.
11. Turn off the cab power switch.
12. Remove all keys (cab power and crane mode) to prevent
unauthorized operation.
13. Lock the operator’s cab windows and door to prevent
unauthorized entry.
WARNING
Moving Load/Tipping Crane Hazard!
Avoid severe injury or equipment damage. Changing
weather conditions including, but not limited to, wind, ice,
snow accumulation, precipitation, flooding, and lightning
should be considered when determining the location and
configuration of a crane when it will be left unattended.
The operator shall not leave the operator’s cab until the
crane, loads, and boom have been secured against
movement.
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