Manitowoc Published 08-12-19, Control # 224-13 3-41
MLC650 OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
Item Name Description
1 Remote Control
See Remote Control Operation on page 3-42
. The remote control (1) and the
electric cable (2) are stored in the compartment on the left side of the operator’s
cab. The remote control is powered by a 3.6V, 1.2AH NIMH battery. Two
batteries are supplied.
2 Electric Cable
The remote control can be operated without the electric cable (2) (wireless) if
job site conditions allow a wireless signal.
If you are unable to get a wireless signal, connect the electric cable (2) between
the receptacle (4) on the remote control (1) and the receptacle (4) on the
transceiver (3).
3 Transceiver
The transceiver transmits and receives signals from the remote control. It is
mounted on the front of the rotating bed.
4 Electric Cable For use if you cannot get a wireless signal.
5 Battery Charger
The battery charger is mounted on the wall in the operator’s cab. It charges the
batteries supplied with the remote control. The engine must be running to
charge the battery.
6 Cab Power Switch This switch turns on cab power and activates the remote control.
7 DC Load Center
The DC load center contains fuses and relays for the cranes electric system. It
is mounted on the left front corner of the rotating bed.
To turn on the remote control:
1. Using the key provided, turn the external engine switch (6, page 3-40
) to the RUN position.
2. Turn the remote control power switch (1, page 3-43
) CLOCKWISE to the ON (I) position. The communication light (28,
page 3-44
) will flash green.
3. Press the remote control communication switch (2, page 3-43
) for approximately one second and release it. The
remote control function light (9, page 3-43
) for the last function used will glow green.
The remote control will remain on until the external engine switch (6, page 3-40
) is turned COUNTERCLOCKWISE to the
STOP position or the remote control is turned off in the Remote Control Selection Screen in the Main Display (see MLC300
Main Display Operation Manual).
The remote control will also turn off (go to sleep) after 10 minutes of non-use. If this happens, press the remote control
communication switch (2, page 3-43
) for approximately one second and release it to re-establish communication.
NOTE The remote control can also be turned on in the Remote Control Selection Screen in the Main Display (see MLC650
Main Display Operation Manual).
To start the engine using the remote control:
1. Turn on the remote control as instructed above.
2. Read Startup Procedures on page 3-61
.
3. Rotate the remote control power switch (1, page 3-43
) CLOCKWISE to the START position to start the engine.
4. Release the power switch (1, page 3-43
) to the ON (I) position as soon as the engine starts.
Table 3-14. Remote Control Components