Manitowoc Published 06-24-16, Control # 241-01 2-19
2250 OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY INFORMATION
No one shall attempt to come close to the crane or load
until the power has been turned off.
Only as a last resort should an operator attempt to leave
the crane upon contacting a power source. If it is
absolutely necessary to leave the cab, jump completely
clear of the crane. Do not step off. Hop away with both
feet together. Do not walk or run.
5. Following any contact with an energized electrical
source, your Manitowoc Cranes dealer shall be
immediately advised of the incident and consulted on
necessary inspections and repairs.
If the dealer is not immediately available, contact the
Manitowoc Crane Care Lattice Team. The crane must
not be returned to service until it is thoroughly inspected
for any evidence of damage and all damaged parts are
repaired or replaced as authorized by Manitowoc
Cranes or your Manitowoc Cranes dealer.
REFUELING
• When using a portable container to refuel the crane, the
container must be a safety-type can equipped with an
automatic closing cap and a flame arrester.
• The engine must be stopped before refueling the crane.
• Smoking and open flames must be prohibited in
refueling area.
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
• A portable fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 10
BC must be installed in the operator’s cab or machinery
cab of crane.
• The operator and all maintenance personnel shall be
thoroughly familiar with the location, use, and care of the
fire extinguisher(s) provided.
ACCIDENTS
If this crane becomes involved in a property damage and/or
personal injury accident, immediately contact your
Manitowoc Cranes dealer or the Product Safety and
Reliability Department at the following address:
Manitowoc Cranes
2401 So. 30th St.
Manitowoc, WI 54220
Phone: 920-684-6621
Provide a complete description of the accident, including the
crane model and serial number.
The crane must not be returned to service until it is
thoroughly inspected for any evidence of damage. All
damaged parts must be repaired or replaced as authorized
by Manitowoc Cranes.
SAFE MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Instructions
To ensure safe and proper operation of Manitowoc Cranes,
they must be maintained according to the instructions
contained in this manual and in the Service Manual provided
with the crane.
Crane maintenance and repair must be performed by
qualified personnel. These personnel shall read the Operator
Manual and Service Manual before attempting any
maintenance procedure. If there is any question regarding
maintenance procedures or specifications, contact your
Manitowoc Cranes dealer for assistance.
A “qualified person” is one who by reason of training and
experience is thoroughly familiar with the crane’s operation
and required maintenance as well as the hazards involved in
performing these tasks.
NOTE: Training and qualification of maintenance and
repair personnel are the crane owner’s
responsibility.
Safe Maintenance Practices
1. Perform the following steps (as applicable) before
starting a maintenance procedure.
a. Park the crane where it will not interfere with other
equipment or operations.
b. Lower all loads to the ground or otherwise secure
them against movement.
c. Lower the boom onto blocking at ground level, if
possible, or otherwise secure the boom against
dropping.
d. Move all controls to off and secure all functions
against movement by applying or engaging all
brakes, pawls, or other locking devices.
WARNING
Neglected Crane Maintenance Hazard!
Importance of safe maintenance cannot be
overemphasized. Carelessness and neglect on the part of
maintenance personnel can result in their death or injury
and costly damage to the crane or property.
Safety information is intended only as a guide to assist
qualified maintenance personnel in safe maintenance.
Manitowoc Cranes cannot foresee all hazards that will
arise in the field.
Safety remains the responsibility of the maintenance
personnel and crane owner.
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