2 Published 3-10-2015, Control# 571-00
Axles
NOTE: For National Crane axle warm-up procedures, refer
to chassis manufacturer’s manual.
Hydraulic Oil System
Operating Limits and Warm-up Procedures:
• From 4°C to -10°C (40°F to 15°F): Crane operation
without
a load is allowed with medium engine RPM and
medium function speed (joystick position) until the fluid
reaches at least 10°C (50°F). It is then recommended
that all crane functions be cycled to remove cold fluid
from all components and cylinders of the hydraulic
system. If there is any unusual sound coming from the
crane’s hydraulic pumps or motors, stop the operation
and engine immediately and contact a Manitowoc
distributor.
• From 10°C to 4°C (50°F to 40°F): Crane operation with
a load is allowed with medium engine RPM and medium
function speed (joystick position) until the fluid reaches
at least 10°C (50°F).
• From 95°C to 10°C (200°F to 50°F): Crane operation
with a load is allowed with no restrictions.
• Above 95°C (200°F): No crane operation is allowed. Let
the crane’s hydraulic oil cool by running the engine at
idle with no functions actuated.
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