Manitowoc MLC165-1 User Manual

Manitowoc Published 08-06-19, Control # 237-09_v1 3-51
MLC165-1 OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
3
AC ELECTRIC SYSTEM
The generator engine can be operated with either Tier 3 or
Tier 4 fuel.
See Figure 3-18
for the following instructions.
The 240 VAC electric system controls the following optional
components:
• Rotating bed work lights: four 240V, 200W lights
mounted at the four corners of the crane.
• Boom work lights: five 240V, 200W lights mounted in the
underside of the boom sections.
• Battery charger.
• Cold weather heater package (see Cold Weather Heater
Package on page 3-53).
240 VAC single-phase electric power can be supplied by one
of two sources:
• Owner furnished generator
• Optional 7.5 kW crane-mounted generator (1)
Refer to the generator manufacturer’s manual for
operating and maintenance instructions.
The crane-mounted generator receives fuel from the
crane’s fuel system. Connect the fuel lines (1b) from the
generator to the fuel line couplers (1c) under the right
platform. Make sure the shut-off valve in the fuel supply
line is open.
Turning On AC Components
1. Turn off the generator (1).
2. In the load center (2), check that the main circuit breaker
and each individual circuit breaker is off.
3. In the operator cab, make sure the beacon and work
light switches are off.
4. Connect the power supply cord from the generator to the
receptacle (4).
The power supply cord (1a) from the crane-mounted
generator can remain connected at all times.
5. Turn on the generator.
6. In the load center (2), first turn on the main circuit
breaker and then turn on the desired individual circuit
breakers: work lights, heaters, battery charger.
7. In the operator cab, turn on the beacon and work light
switches.
Turning Off AC Components
1. In the operator cab, turn off the beacon and work light
switches.
2. In the load center (2), turn off the individual circuit
breakers and then the main circuit breaker.
3. Turn off the generator (1).
4. For the owner supplied generator, unplug the power
supply cord from the receptacle (4).
WARNING
Electrocution Hazard
Severe electric shock can cause death or serious injury.
The crane owner/user shall make provisions for turning off
the electrical power supply before connecting or
disconnecting the power supply cord to or from the crane.

Manitowoc MLC165-1 Specifications

General

Brand	Manitowoc
Model	MLC165-1
Category	Construction Equipment
Language	English