Published 5-3-2016, Control # 555-02 3-9
RT530E-2 OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
OPERATING PROCEDURES
Pre-Starting Checks
A complete walk-around visual inspection of the crane
should always be made with special attention to structural
damage, loose equipment, leaks, or other conditions that
would require immediate correction for safe operation. Refer
to Maintenance Checklist, page 6-1.
The following items are suggested to be checked to ensure
the crane is prepared for starting the day’s work.
Fuel Supply
Fill the fuel tank and ensure the cap is on tight.
Engine Oil
Check the oil level in the crankcase and ensure it is within
the ADD and FULL marks on the dipstick. Do not overfill.
Engine Coolant
Check the coolant level in the radiator and fill to the proper
level. Do not overfill, and ensure the radiator cap is secure.
Batteries
Check that the battery cables and clamps are tight and not
corroded.
Hydraulic Reservoir and Filter
Check the hydraulic level sight gauge and filter condition
indicator on the hydraulic tank. Hydraulic fluid should be at
normal operating temperature, with both the boom and
outriggers in a retracted position, and the boom level.
Check breather for cleanliness and ensure it is secure.
Wire Rope
Inspect the wire rope in accordance with applicable Federal
Regulations. Sheaves, guards, guides, drums, flanges, and
any other surfaces that come in contact with the rope should
be inspected for any condition that could cause possible
damage to the rope.
Hook Block and Headache Ball
Inspect for nicks, gouges, cracks, and evidence of any other
damage. Replace a hook that has cracks or shows evidence
of excessive deformation of the hook opening (including
twist). Be sure the safety latch is free and aligned.
Seats and Mirrors
Adjust seat and mirrors for clear vision and safe driving.
Seat Belts
Seat Belt Maintenance
Seat belt assemblies are maintenance-free; however, they
should be periodically inspected to ensure that they are not
damaged and are in proper operating condition, especially if
they have been subjected to severe stress.
Cleaning Seat Belt Webbing
Wash the seat belt webbing with any mild soap or detergent.
Do not use commercial solvents. Also, bleaching or re-
dyeing the webbing is not recommended because of
possible loss of webbing strength.
Signal and Running Lights
Check all signal and running lights for proper operation.
Replace burned out lamps with those of the same number, or
equivalent.
Service and Parking Brakes
Check for proper operation.
Tires
Check for severe cuts, foreign objects embedded in treads,
and for correct inflation pressures. A tire inflation chart,
providing the correct air pressures, is located in the Load
Chart Manual in the crane cab.
Wheels
Maintain proper torque on wheel lugs and check for proper
wheel mounting. If equipped with steel or aluminum wheels,
the wheels should be retorqued 80 to 160 km (50 to 100 mi)
after initial installation or after any time the tires and wheels
are removed. Doing this will reseat the lug nuts. Recheck the
lug nuts for proper torque every 800 km (500 mi) thereafter.
Safety Equipment
Check all lights, windshield wipers, washers, washer liquid
supply, horn, instruments, signaling devices, etc.
Daily Lubrication
Ensure all components requiring daily lubrication have been
serviced. Refer to Lubrication, page 5-1.
CAUTION
Do not overfill.
DANGER
Do not loosen radiator cap while engine and radiator are
hot. Steam or hot coolant will cause severe burns.
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