BOOM MLC650 SERVICE/MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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Published 09-09-16, Control # 229-09
Identifying Straps
To aid in identification, the part number is stamped into both
ends of each strap (Figure 4-10
).
Replacement Specifications
Any strap not within the specifications listed in Table 4-1
must be replaced.
Table 4-1. Strap Specifications
WARNING
Falling Attachment Hazard!
If damage to the strap exceeds that allowed within
specification, do not operate the crane until the strap has
been replaced.
Operating the crane with a damaged strap can cause
structural failure or collapse of the boom, jib, mast, or
other crane components.
Condition Reference
Allowable
Tolerance
or
Deviation
Corrective Action
Dent
Figure 4-11
View A
< 3% of strap
thickness
Monitor condition.
≥ 3% of strap
thickness
Remove strap from
service.
Crack or
Break
Figure 4-11
View B
None
Remove strap from
service.
Kink
Figure 4-11
View C
None
Remove strap from
service.
Corrosion
or Abrasion
Figure 4-12
<3% of strap
cross-
sectional
area
Sandblast and paint
to maintain
continuous
protective coating.
≥3% of strap
cross-
sectional
area
Remove strap from
service.
Straightnes
s (gradual
or sweeping
bend)
Figure 4-13
Table 4-2
Remove strap from
service if deviation
exceeds maximum
allowed.
Flatness
(includes
twisted
straps)
Figure 4-14
Table 4-3
Remove strap from
service if deviation
exceeds maximum
allowed.
Elongated
Holes
Figure 4-15
None
Remove strap from
service.
Length
Figure 4-16
None
Remove strap from
service.
< = less than
≥ = equal to or greater than