Published 01-15-2016, Control # 526-01 2-31
RT540E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY INFORMATION
• If applicable to your crane, check battery test indicator
on maintenance-free batteries.
• Check battery condition only with proper test equipment.
Batteries shall not be charged except in an open, well-
ventilated area that is free of flame, smoking, sparks,
and fire.
Engine
Fuel the crane only with the engine turned off. Do not smoke
while fueling the crane. Do not store flammable materials on
the crane.
Be familiar with the location and use of the nearest fire
extinguisher.
Be careful when checking the engine coolant level. The fluid
may be hot and under pressure. Shut down the engine and
allow the radiator time to cool before removing the radiator
cap.
Shut down the engine and disconnect the battery before
performing maintenance. If unable to do so for the task
required, keep hands clear of the engine fan and other
moving parts while performing maintenance.
Be careful of hot surfaces and hot fluids when performing
maintenance on or around the engine.
Do not use ether to start the engine on cranes equipped with
intake manifold grid heaters.
The engine can enter into a engine exhaust cleaning mode
where the exhaust temperature can be high, ensure the
exhaust is not pointed at materials that can melt, burn or
explode.
TRANSPORTING THE CRANE
Before transporting the crane, check the suitability of the
proposed route with regard to the crane height, width, length,
and weight.
Check load limits of bridges on the travel route and ensure
they are greater than the combined weight of the crane and
transporting vehicle.
When loading or unloading the crane on a trailer or railroad
car, use a ramp capable of supporting the weight of the
crane.
Ensure the crane is adequately secured to the transporting
vehicle.
Do not use the dead end lug (1, Figure 2-7) on the boom
nose for tying down the boom during transport. Damage to
the lug and boom can result from usage as a tie down point.
Before transporting the crane on a road or highway, first
check state and local restrictions and regulations.
Either the hook block may be reeved over the main boom
nose or the headache ball may be reeved over the main
boom nose or auxiliary boom nose; the other must be
removed. If the hook block or headache ball remains reeved
on the boom, it must be secured at the tie down on the carrier
to prevent swinging.
When using hookblock tie downs, excessive loading can be
applied by pulling the cable too tight, particularly when
reeved with multiple part lines. When the cable is hooked
into the hookblock tie down, the cable should be merely
“snugged-up” with adequate slack provided at the center line
of sheave to anchor point. Do not draw cable taut. Care must
be exercised anytime any crane function is being performed
while the cable is hooked into the hookblock tie down.
TRAVEL OPERATION
Only the crane operator shall occupy the crane when
traveling.
When traveling, the boom should be completely retracted
and lowered to the travel position and the turntable pin swing
lock, if equipped, should be engaged. If equipped with boom
rest, lower the boom into the boom rest and engage the
turntable lock.
Strictly adhere to the guidelines and restrictions in the Load
Chart for pick and carry operations.
RT and Industrial cranes are manufactured with no axle
suspension system. Traveling at high speeds, especially on
rough ground, may create a bouncing effect that can result in
loss of control. If bouncing occurs, reduce travel speed.
Death or serious injury could result from being crushed by
revolving tires.
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