Published 01-15-2016, Control # 526-01 4-15
RT540E OPERATOR MANUAL SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
1. Fully extend and set the outriggers.
2. Rotate the superstructure so the counterweight is over
the front of the carrier to gain additional clearance.
Engaging the pin type turntable lock will aid alignment.
NOTE: The counterweight weighs approximately 4300 kg
(9490 lb).
NOTE: For cast counterweight configurations (Figure 4-
14) remove polyurethane plugs from the two upper
threaded inserts (7) before inserting eyebolts (two
1-1⁄4X 7UNC eyebolts are needed.)
3. Lower and fully retract the boom
4. Shut down crane.
5. Remove and cap hydraulic lines from auxiliary hoist (if
installed)
6. Attach an adequate lifting device to the counterweight.
7. For cast counterweight; remove the redundant pin
assembly (6) prior to removing the primary retainer pin
assembly (2).
8. Slowly raise counterweight until primary retainer pin
assembly (2) can be removed by pushing and turning
the pin.
9. Remove primary retainer pin assembly (2) from opposite
side.
10. Slowly raise counterweight until pin assembly can be
removed by pushing and turning the pin.
11. Remove pin assembly from opposite side.
12. Replace primary retainer pin assembly (2) in turntable
13. Back counterweight away from turntable until it is clear
of crane.
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FIGURE 4-17
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Fabricated Counterweight
Item Description
1 Counterweight
2 Primary Retainer Pin Assembly
3 Leveling Capscrew
4 Turntable
5 Grill (not on cast counterweight units)
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