National Crane Published 12-21-2012 Control # 103-06 1-1
1400A OPERATOR’S MANUAL INTRODUCTION
SECTION 1
INTRODUCTION
SECTION CONTENTS
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Supplemental Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Notice To Owner/User . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Basic Nomenclature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
GENERAL
This manual has been compiled to assist you in properly
operating and maintaining your Model 1400A Series
National Crane (Figure 1-1).
Before placing the crane in service, all operators and
persons working around the crane must thoroughly read and
understand the contents of this manual pertaining to Safety,
Operation and Maintenance. Before moving a vehicle
equipped with the crane, information relating to transporting
the vehicle must be read and observed.
This manual must be retained with the machine for use by
subsequent operating personnel.
Information in this manual does not replace federal, state or
local regulations, safety codes or insurance requirements.
For detailed information concerning the operation and
maintenance of the RCL system installed on the crane, see
the manufacturer’s manual supplied with the crane.
Manufacturers of rated capacity limiters may refer to them in
their manuals as a load moment indicator (LMI), a hydraulic
capacity alert system (HCAS), a safe load indicator (SLI), or
an ECS5; Manitowoc refers to these systems as a rated
capacity limiter (RCL) throughout its Operator’s and Service
Manuals.)
The 1400A has been designed for maximum performance
with minimum maintenance. With proper care, years of
trouble-free service can be expected.
Constant improvement and engineering progress makes it
necessary that we reserve the right to make specification
and equipment changes without notice.
National Crane and our Dealer Network want to ensure your
satisfaction with our products and customer support. Your
local dealer is the best equipped and most knowledgeable to
assist you for parts, service, and warranty issues. They have
the facilities, parts, factory trained personnel, and the
information to assist you in a timely manner. We request that
you first contact them for assistance. If you feel you need
factory assistance, please ask the dealer’s service
management to coordinate the contact on your behalf.
Supplemental Information
Supplemental Information regarding Safety & Operation,
Specifications, Service & Maintenance, Installation, and
parts for options such as remote controls, augers, varying
control configurations, baskets, grapples, etc. are included in
separate manuals.
Whenever a question arises regarding your National product
or this publication, please consult your National Dealer for
the latest information. Your National Dealer is equipped with
the proper tools, necessary parts, and trained personnel to
properly maintain and service your crane.
Safety Information
A Safety Compact Disc (CD) which includes sections on
Operation, Safety and Maintenance for National Crane
operators and owners is supplied when the crane is
purchased new. Additional copies are available from your
local distributor.
Notice To Owner/User
IMMEDIATELY report all accidents, malfunctions, and
equipment damages to your local National Crane distributor.
Following any accident or damage to equipment, the local
National Crane distributor must be immediately advised of
the incident and consulted on necessary inspections and
repairs. Should the distributor not be immediately available,
contact should be made directly with Manitowoc Crane Care.
The crane must not be returned to service until it is
thoroughly inspected for any evidence of damage. All
damaged parts must be repaired or replaced as authorized
by your local National Crane distributor or Manitowoc Crane
Care.
New Owners
If you are the new owner of a National Crane, please register
it with Manitowoc Crane Care so we have the ability to
contact you if the need arises.
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