Manitowoc Published 11-20-19, Control # 234-19 4-151
MLC300 OPERATOR MANUAL SETUP AND INSTALLATION
4. Position the trailer carrying the live mast package in the
assembly area.
5. Lift the live mast package onto the trailer.
6. Lower the live mast package so the stands (5, View B),
the mast hinge support (4), and the boom hoist (2) are
firmly contacting the deck of the trailer.
7. If necessary, install blocking (9, View B) between the
boom hoist (2) and the deck of the trailer.
The boom hoist (2) must not be allowed to hang
suspended (unsupported) from the live mast (1).
8. Secure the live mast package to the trailer with tie-
downs.
9. Slacken and disconnect the lifting slings and shackles
from the live mast.
WARNING
Falling Load Hazard
Prevent the live mast package from falling when lifted:
• Lift only with the specified rigging at the locations
shown in Figure 4-100
.
• Lifting in any other manner will cause the mast
package to hang out of level from side to side and
may cause the mast package to slide or rock to one
side.
CAUTION
The purpose of the hinge support (4, View B) is to prevent
excessive bending in the mast legs when the mast
package is tied down to the trailer.
Lateral movement of the live mast package as it is
lowered onto the trailer will cause the hinge support to
pivot and not support the mast.