Manitowoc Grove Crane TM500E-2 Carrier Operator’s Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

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Manitowoc Grove Crane TM500E-2 Carrier Operator’s Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

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Manitowoc Grove Crane TM500E-2 Carrier Operator’s Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

Language : English
Pages : 104
Downloadable : Yes
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Manitowoc Grove Crane TM500E-2 Carrier Operator’s Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

General Information 9
Information for the Owner 9
New Owner 10
Safety Messages 10
Introduction 10
Signal Words 10
General 10
Accidents 11
Operator’s Information 11
Operator’s Qualifications 11
Operational Aids 12
Load Moment Indication (LMI) Systems (If Equipped) 13
Anti-Two-Blocking Device 13
Work Area Definition System (WADS) (If Equipped) 14
Crane Stability/Structural Strength 14
Load Charts 15
Work Site 15
Wind Forces 16
Lifting Operations 16
Counterweight 17
Outrigger Lift Off 17
Multiple Crane Lifts 18
Electrocution Hazard 18
Set-Up and Operation 19
Electrocution Hazard Devices 20
Electrical Contact 21
Special Operating Conditions and Equipment 21
Personnel Handling 21
Environmental Protection 23
Maintenance 23
Service and Repairs 23
Lubrication 24
Tires 25
Wire Rope 25
Sheaves 27
Batteries 27
Engine 27
Transporting the Crane 28
Travel Operation 28
Work Practices 29
Personal Considerations 29
Crane Access 29
Job Preparation 29
Working 30
Lifting 31
Hand Signals 32
Boom Extension 34
Parking and Securing 34
Shut-Down 35
Cold Weather Operation 35
Temperature Effects on Hook Blocks 35
Temperature Effects on Hydraulic Cylinders 35
CRANE Access 38
Cab Entry and Exit 38
General 38
General Entry Guidelines 38
Driver Side Entry/Exit 39
Passenger Side Entry/Exit 39
Tilting the Cab 40
General 40
Raising the Cab 40
Lowering the Cab 41
Pre-Trip Inspection and Daily Maintenance 42
Crane Maintenance 42
Approaching the Crane 43
Preparation 43
Step 1: Left Side of the Cab 43
Left Front Wheel 43
Left Front Suspension 43
Left Front Brake 43
Condition of Front Axle and Steering System, Left Side 43
Under Cab, Left Side (Cab Raised) 43
Step 2: Front of Cab Area 44
Condition of Windshield 44
Lights and Reflectors 44
Grille 44
Step 3: Right Side of Cab Area 44
Right Front Area 44
Right Front Brake 44
Condition of Front Axle and Steering System, Right Side 44
Under Cab, Right Side (Cab Raised) 44
Fluid Levels 44
Step 4: Right Saddle Tank Area 45
Right Fuel Tank(s) 45
Condition of Visible Components 45
Step 5: Right Rear Crane Area 45
Dual Wheels, One or Two Axles 45
Suspension 45
Right Rear Brake 45
Frame Area 46
Lights and Reflectors 46
Air Tubing and Electrical Lines Visible from this Point 46
Step 7: Left Saddle Tank and Left Rear Wheels 46
Dual Wheels, One or Two Axles 46
Suspension 46
Left Rear Brake 46
Condition of Visible Components 46
Left Fuel Tank(s) 46
Battery Area 46
In the Cab 46
Before Leaving the Parking Area 47
Daily Maintenance 47
Safety Features 50
Safety Belts 50
General 50
Operating the Safety Belt 51
Inspection 51
Important Facts About Safety Belts in Heavy Crane Driving 54
Comfort Latch Operation 54
Instruments and Controls 56
Dashboard Overview 56
Operating 56
Main Instrument Cluster 57
Engine Hour Meter 58
Speedometer 58
Odometer 59
Engine Oil Pressure 59
Engine Coolant Temperature 60
Fuel Level 61
Reserve Pressure “A” & “B” 61
Telltale Warning Indicators 63
Check Engine 64
Stop Engine 64
Brake Pressure 65
High Beams 65
Transmission Temperature 65
Transmission Warning 66
Anti-Lock Brake System 66
Air Filter 66
High Exhaust System Temperature 66
Parking Brake 67
Neutral 67
Wait to Start 67
Communication Error 67
Charging System 67
Fuel 67
Safety Belt 68
Headlights 70
Windshield Wiper/Washer 70
Cruise Control 71
Engine Diagnostic Active Regeneration 71
Instrument Light Dimmer Switch 72
Cross (Differential) Axle Lock (Optional) 72
Interaxle Lock (optional) 72
Deflate Air Ride Suspension 73
Pusher Axle (Optional) 73
Cigar Lighter 74
Steering Column Switches/Controls 74
Turn Signal/Headlight Beam Change 74
Hazard Light Switch 74
Miscellaneous Switches/Controls 74
Horn Button 74
Air Horn 75
Interior Lights 75
Heating and Air Conditioning 75
General 75
Cab Ventilation 75
Ventilation Guidelines 75
Seats 76
General 76
Fuel Economy Driving 76
Fuel Economy 76
Tires 77
Service and Maintenance 77
Brakes 77
Axles 77
Engine 77
External Environment 77
Headwinds 77
Air Temperature 77
Rain, Snow and Road Surface 77
Gradients 77
Driving Habits 78
Starting the Engine 78
Avoid High Engine Speeds 78
Hill Driving Technique 78
High Crane Speed 78
Engine Start and Operation 79
Starting the Engine 79
Start Procedure 79
Starting After Extended Shutdown or After Oil Change 80
Stopping the Engine 80
Ignition Switch 80
Cold Weather Operation 80
Engine Block Heater 81
Cold Weather Shielding 81
Engine Operation 81
General 81
Engine Break-In 82
Engine Overspeed 82
Idling 82
Low Idle Adjustment 83
Base PTO Mode 83
Uphill Operation 83
High Altitude Operation 86
Cruise Control 87
Reducing and Resuming Crane Speed 87
Regeneration Procedures 87
Warning Indications 88
Manual Regeneration 89
Troubleshooting 89
Transmission 89
Automatic Transmission 89
General 89
Transmission Warning Functions 89
Brakes 90
Safety Guidelines 90
General 90
Brake System Controls 91
Foot Brake Valve 91
Brake Application 92
Parking Brake Valve 92
Spring Brake for Parking 92
Air Tanks 93
FMVSS 121 Brake Standard 94
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) 94
Crane Speed Retardation Devices 95
Safety Guidelines 95
Engine Brake System 95
Electrical System 95
General Safety Guidelines 95
Charging System 96
Battery Box 96
Battery Jump-Starting and Charging 96
Electrical Center 97
Breakers and Relays 97
Power Ports 98
Battery Main Disconnect Switch 98
Power Steering 99
General 99
Axles and Wheels 99
Axles 99
Cross Axle Locks 99
Wheels 100
General 100
Check-Tightening Wheel Lug Nuts 100
Inflating Tires 101
Wheel Bearing Adjustment 101
Emergency Information 102
Towing Procedure 102
General 102
Towing Instructions 103
Caging Spring Brake 103

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