5-6 Published 12-21-2011 CTRL #050-09
LUBRICATION PROCEDURE AND CHARTS 1300A OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Winch Brake Oil
To check the winch brake oil, remove the vent/fill plug and
visually inspect the level (Figure 5-3). The fluid should be
level with the bottom of the vent/fill hole. If more fluid is
needed, use National Crane hydraulic oil.
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Winch Gearbox Oil
To check the winch gearbox oil level:
• Rotate the drum until the oil fill/drain plug is level with the
oil level/fill inspection hole (Figure 5-4).
• Remove the oil fill/drain plug and visually inspect the
level. The oil should be level with the bottom of the
inspection hole. If more oil is needed, add SAE 90 EP
gear lube.
NOTE: Winch gear and brake lubricants are satisfactory for
operation in temperatures from -10°F to +110°F (-
23°C to 43°C). For operation outside this range,
contact Manitowoc Crane Care for
recommendations.
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Item Description
1
1
st
Boom Section
2
Access Holes for 4
th
Section Wear Pad
3
Access Holes for 3
rd
Section Wear Pad
4
Access Holes for 2
nd
Section Wear Pad
5
2
nd
Section Wear Pad
6 Access Plate
DANGER
Do not use EP type gear lubes in the brake section. This
may prevent proper operation and cause the load to fall
resulting in serious injury or death.
FIGURE 5-3
Brake Oil
Vent/Fill Plug
Oil Brake Drain Plug
FIGURE 5-4
Gearbox Oil
Drain Hole
Gearbox Vent
Gearbox Oil Level/
Fill Inspection Hole
Fill/Drain
Plug
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