Manitowoc Published 08-12-19, Control # 224-13_v2 4-157
MLC650 OPERATOR MANUAL SET-UP AND INSTALLATION
Removing Carbody Platforms
See Figure 4-122 for the following procedure:
NOTE: An assist crane or forklift must be used to remove
the carbody platform.
1. Lift and remove the ladder assembly from the carbody
platform.
2. Use an assist crane or forklift to slightly lift the carbody
platform to remove weight from the pins.
3. Remove the hitch pins (3) in the working position.
4. Remove the locking pins (1) in the working position,
slide the bottom of the strut (4) into the top of the strut
until the upper holes align, and insert the hitch pins.
Store the wire locking pins.
5. Remove the safety pins (2), swing the strut up toward
the platform bracket (5) until the holes align in the
shipping position, and insert the safety pins.
6. Remove the hitch pins (7).
7. Lift and remove the carbody platform from the carbody.
8. Repeat steps 1–7 for the second carbody platform.
Removing Carbody Cavity Platforms
See Figure 4-123 for the following procedure:
The carbody cavity platforms (2a) on each side must be
removed before the crawlers can be installed, or damage will
occur.
1. Remove the lynch pins (1).
2. Remove the carbody platforms using hand holes in the
platform and set aside until crawler installation is
complete.
Item Description
1 Lynch Pin (qty 4)
2a Carbody Cavity Platform (removed) (qty 2)
2b Carbody Cavity Platform (working position) (qty 2)
FIGURE 4-123