OPERATING PROCEDURES
Revised: October 20053 - 5aRT700
TRAVELING AROUND THE JOB SITE
- Do not travel with boom above horizontal unless
the surface is firm, level and free of bumps and
potholes.
- Watch for overhead obstructions such as trees,
power lines, or bridges.
- If the terrain is rough or uneven it may be neces-
sary to travel at a reduced speed to prevent
instability or damage to the crane.
- Operating on steep grades requires caution
because the oil in the engine or transmission will
move to one side of the engine or transmission.
As a result, the engine or transmission may not
be fully lubricated which could damage the
engine or transmission.
- The operator must be very careful on steep side
slopes to avoid tipping the crane.
NOTE: This machine can travel on 15° side slopes
which have a firm level prepared surface. Due
to variations in surface, tire pressure, bumps,
potholes, etc., we recommend that travel on
side slopes be limited to 5° and that the boom
be horizontal or below.
When traveling around a job site, it is very
important that the crane operator is very aware
of what is happening with the crane as well as
with other vehicles and personnel on the job
site. The crane operator should observe the
following rules as well as good common sense
while moving a crane around a job site.
NOTE: See the “ON TIRES LIFTS” instructions found
later in this section for instructions on moving
the crane with a load.
- Carry the boom over the front only.
- Lock the swing brake and swing lock.
- Secure the hook block or ball to the bumper loop
or raise the hook block or ball close to the boom
head sheaves before moving.
- Make sure all outriggers are completely retracted
before moving the crane.
6. Stop the engine.
Before stopping the engine, put the transmission in
neutral, and reduce the engine speed.
Always idle the engine for at least 5 minutes before
stopping it. This gives the engine a chance to cool
down and prevents overheating which can be caused
by localized hot spots in the engine. The idle speed
must be high enough to charge the battery but not
higher than half speed. This cool down period is ex-
tremely critical on machines equipped with a turbo-
charged engine.
After several minutes at idle, the engine may be shut
off by pushing the engine stop button. Turn the ignition
switch to the OFF position after the engine has
stopped.
VEHICLE TOWING If the vehicle is to be towed, it wil
be necessary to run the engine at idle speed to lubri-
cate the transmission clutches. If the engine cannot be
run, towing must be limited to 3 mph and and one mile
(max. total). If exceeded drive lines must be discon-
nected, tow at 20 mph max.
Observe the restrictions given in the following chart
during on-the-road operation. Maximum permissible
running intervals are given in terms of miles and hours
of travel time. Stop the crane when either limit has
been reached (whichever comes first) and allow the
crane to cool for the period indicated.
29:50 X 25 - 28PR
81
81
65
55
4 HRS 2 HRS
1 HR 30 MIN
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