EasyManua.ls Logo

Manitowoc National Crane 500E2 User Manual

Manitowoc National Crane 500E2
120 pages
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
Page #1 background imageLoading...
Page #1 background image
Operator Manual
National Crane 500E2
9869

Table of Contents

Other manuals for Manitowoc National Crane 500E2

Question and Answer IconNeed help?

Do you have a question about the Manitowoc National Crane 500E2 and is the answer not in the manual?

Manitowoc National Crane 500E2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandManitowoc
ModelNational Crane 500E2
CategoryConstruction Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

About This Manual

Details regarding the manual's purpose, supplemental information, and new owner guidance.

Crane Components Overview

Identifies major crane components through diagrams and descriptions for user familiarity.

Safety Precautions

General Safety, Operator Qualifications, and Hazard Symbols

Fundamental safety principles, operator requirements, and hazard identification.

Operational Aids, Stability, and Load Charts

Covers operational aids, equipment stability, load charts, and environmental safety considerations.

Hazard Prevention: Electrocution, Crushing, Falls, and Electrical Contact

Details risks and precautions for electrical hazards, crushing injuries, falls, and electrical contact.

Specific Operations Safety: Lifting, Jib, Travel, Parking, and Work Practices

Safe practices for lifting, jib use, travel, parking, securing, and general work practices.

Maintenance and Inspection Safety

Emphasizes safe practices during maintenance, service, and repairs to prevent accidents.

Cold Weather, Temperature Effects, and Overloads

Discusses operational considerations for cold weather, temperature impacts, and overload procedures.

Operating Controls and Procedures

Truck Cab Controls and Crane Warm-up

Explains truck cab controls, PTO engagement, and engine/crane warm-up protocols.

Crane Control Functions: Boom, Hoist, Swing, Outriggers

Details the operation of major crane functions like boom, hoist, swing, and outriggers.

Hoist System Operation and BOS

Outlines hoist system use, multiple part lines, general rules, and Burst of Speed feature.

Safety Systems: HCA, ATB, OMS, Jib LMI

Describes the function and operation of HCA, ATB, OMS, and Jib Load Limiting devices.

Remote Control and Hydraulic Systems

Covers remote control operation, hydraulic system descriptions, and radio control functions.

Set-Up

Equipment Familiarization and Site Selection

Guides on understanding equipment, performing checks, and choosing an optimal work site.

Load Charts and Determining Load Capability

Explains how to read load charts and calculate lifting capacity based on configuration.

Jib Operation: Safety, Deployment, and Stowage

Provides critical safety procedures for jib installation, operation, and removal.

Jib Jack Procedures and Swing Speed Adjustment

Details the use of jib jack for alignment and adjusting swing speed for safe operation.

Lubrication Procedure and Charts

General Lubrication and Environmental Protection

Outlines the importance of lubrication, environmental disposal, and lubricant types.

Lubricant Types and Recommendations

Lists various lubricants, their specifications, and temperature considerations.

Hydraulic Oil System and Wire Rope Care

Covers hydraulic oil inspection, cylinder rod protection, and wire rope lubrication.

Lubrication Points and Schedules

Details specific lubrication points, recommended lubricants, and service intervals.

Maintenance Checklist

Crane Inspection Schedule and Procedures

Details the importance of regular inspections and outlines frequency classifications.

Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Inspections

Lists specific checks for daily, weekly, and monthly inspection routines.

Periodic, Special, and Rope Inspections

Covers thorough periodic/annual inspections, boom checks, and wire rope condition assessment.

System Troubleshooting: Hydraulic, Swing, Hoist

Provides guidance on diagnosing and resolving common issues with hydraulic, swing, and hoist systems.

Specifications and Operating Speeds

Lists key technical specifications for hydraulic systems, HCA, and crane operating speeds.

Related product manuals