Manitowoc Published 09-09-16, Control # 229-09 4-13
MLC650 SERVICE/MAINTENANCE MANUAL BOOM
Corrosion or Abrasion
See Figure 4-12 for the following procedure.
For quick identification by repair workers, clearly mark
damaged areas with brightly colored tape.
Sandblast to remove corrosion. Do not grind!
Determine the reduction in the cross-sectional area.
If the reduction is less than 3% of the strap’s cross-sectional
area, paint the strap to maintain a continuous protective
coating.
If the reduction is 3% or more of the strap’s cross-sectional
area, remove the strap from service.
Dent
Depth
of Dent
Kink
Do not straighten or bend into
alignment. Remove from service.
Crack or
Break
Do not weld. Strap cannot be
repaired. Remove from service.
View A
View B
View C
FIGURE 4-11
Not Acceptable
Abrasion from handling
with chain exceeds allowable limit.
Acceptable
Surface is relatively smooth; within allowable limit.
Not Acceptable
Surface is badly pitted;
exceeds allowable limit.
P325
P326
Corrosion or Abrasion
FIGURE 4-12