Manitowoc Published 08-12-19, Control # 224-13_v2 4-111
MLC650 OPERATOR MANUAL SET-UP AND INSTALLATION
Connect Boom Straps
See Figure 4-84 for the following procedure:
The boom straps and, if equipped, the luffing jib straps are
shipped on the boom sections as shown in View A.
If required per the capacity chart, remove the luffing jib
straps, links, and connecting hardware from the boom
sections.
To connect boom straps, start at the boom top and proceed
as follows:
1. Remove cotter pins and pins (3, View A) and store them
in the brackets (4, View B).
2. Remove cotter pin, collar, and retaining pin (5, View A).
3. Rotate links (2, View A) rearward from the shipping
position to the working position (View B).
4. Install the retaining pin, collar, and cotter pin (5, View B).
The PIN HEADS for the boom straps MUST FACE OUT.
5. Repeat the above steps for both straps at both ends of
each boom section.
WARNING
Falling Load Hazard!
The luffing jib backstay straps can be stored on the boom
sections for shipping.
Unless stated otherwise on the appropriate Boom
Capacity Chart, luffing jib backstay straps, links, and
retaining hardware must be removed from the boom
sections during operation without a luffing jib.