Stellar® Heavy-Duty Crane Owner’s Manual
The parking brake must be set before any operation.
1. Make certain that the transmission is in neutral/park and that the PTO switch is in the
‘off’ position.
2. Start the vehicle engine.
3. Depress the clutch on manual transmission vehicles.
4. Engage the PTO. Consult the PTO manual for specific instructions if needed.
5. Slowly release the clutch on a manual transmission vehicle.
6. Allow the hydraulic system oil to warm before operating hydraulic equipment.
To initiate electrical power to the crane, activate the button
labeled ‘Main Power’ on the VEC control panel. The VEC
control panel is commonly mounted on the floor in the middle
of the vehicle cab. Feel free to activate any other button
functions needed for the job.
Note: For non-VEC control panels, consult the manufacturers’
documentation of operation.
Extend the stabilizers using the control levers or switches marked ‘stabilizer’ or ‘outrigger’.
These may be located in the compartment under the crane or on the rear bumper.
1. Locate the street side stabilizer control handle (labeled
“SS”). Push the lever down to lower the stabilizer leg on
the street side of the truck. While looking under the rear
of the truck, you will see the street side stabilizer leg
lowering to the ground. When the stabilizer makes solid
contact with the ground, release the control lever.
2. Locate the extension stabilizer lever. Push the extension
lever down to fully extend the curb side stabilizer.
3. Locate the curb side stabilizer control handle (labeled
“CS”). Push the CS lever down to lower the stabilizer to the ground. Release the lever
when the stabilizer has made solid contact with the ground.
Note: Do not raise the rear tires of the truck off the ground with the stabilizers and pay
particular attention that the truck is as level as possible both front to rear and side to side.
WARNING
Moving stabilizers can cause serious crushing injury. Make certain that all
personnel are clear of the stabilizer and the ground contact point before
operating.
Step 4: Position the stabilizers.
Step 3: Turn on power to the crane.
Step 2: Engage the PTO.
Step 1: Set the parking brake.
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