TMS800E OPERATOR’S MANUALLUBRICATION

Section 5

General

Following the designated lubrication procedures is important in ensuring maximum crane lifetime and utilization. The procedures and lubrication charts in this section include information on the types of lubricants used, the location of the lubrication points, the frequency of lubrication, and other information.

The service intervals specified are for normal operation where moderate temperature, humidity, and atmospheric conditions prevail. In areas of extreme conditions, the service periods and lubricat ion specifications should be altered to meet existing conditions. For information on extreme condition lubrication, contact your local Grove distributor or Manitowoc Crane Care.

Caution

Chassis grease lubricants must not be applied with air pressure devices as this lubricant is used on sealed fittings.

Caution

The multipurpose grease installed during manufacture is of a lithium base. Use of a noncompatible grease could result in damage to equipment.

Hydraulic Oil Inspection

Environmental and other conditions can dramatically affect the condition of hydraulic oil and filters. Therefore, specific intervals for servicing/changing hydraulic oil, filters and hydraulic tank breathers cannot be set. However, it is imperative for the continued satisfactory performance of Grove cranes that inspections be performed on the basis of how and where each crane is used. Air borne and ingested contaminants can significantly reduce the life of oil and the condition of hydraulic oil filters and tank breathers.

Under normal operating conditions, it is recommended that hydraulic oil, filters and breathers be inspected and oils sampled at least every 3 to 6 months and more frequently for severe operating conditions. The inspections should be for air borne and/or ingested particles and water that deteriorate and contaminate the oil (e.g., oil appears “milky” or no longer has a transparent clear to amber color). The return filter bypass indicator should be observed daily to determine if the contaminants content may be high. If the indicator reaches the red zone or indicates a by-pass condition, the hydraulic oil must be sampled. The hydraulic tank breather should also be inspected to assure that it is not restricting air flow into and out of the reservoir.

To inspect hydraulic oil, fill a small glass container with a sample of reservoir oil and another glass container with fresh oil. Let the samples stand, undisturbed, for one to two hours and then compare the samples. If the reservoir oil is heavily contaminated with water the sample will appear "milky" with only a small layer of transparent oil on top. If the "milky” appearance was due to air foaming, it will dissipate and the oil should closely match the fresh oil. Should you have any questions, please contact your local Grove distributor or Manitowoc Crane Care.

Arctic Conditions Below -18°C (0°F)

In general, petroleum based fluids developed especially for low temperature service may be used with satisfactory results. However, certain fluids, such as halogenated hydrocarbons, nitro hydrocarbons, and phosphate ester hydraulic fluids, might not be compatible with hydraulic system seals and wear bands.If you are in doubt about the suitability of a specific fluid, check with your authorized Grove distributor or Manitowoc Crane Care.

NOTE: All fluids and lubricants may be purchased by contacting the Manitowoc Crane Care Parts Department.

Regardless of temperature and oil viscosity, always use suitable start-up procedures to ensure adequate lubrication during system warm-up.

ARCTIC CONDITIONS DOWN TO -40°C (40°F) ALL WEATHER PACKAGE & LUBRICANTS

Engineering recommends the following lubricants for components that will be operated in ambient temperatures to -40°F. Special lubricants alone are not sufficient to operate at extreme low temperatures. We also recommend the use of appropriately sized heaters for the hydraulic tank, engine oil pan, engine jacket water and batteries. The operator needs to follow the guide lines as stated in the operator's manual. We assume that the customer has taken steps for use of an appropriate engine antifreeze coolant, taken care of the fuel, fuel system and starting system, and has done whatever they feel necessary to add insulation for under hood temperatures and meet the engine manufacture's intake air temperature requirements. Other lubricants may be used if they meet the specifications of the lubricant that is requested. Please consult the factory.

Axles and Swing Box - Spec 6829014058:

• Petro- Canada Traxon E Synthetic 75W-90

• CITGO, Syntetic Gear Lube 75W-90

• Eaton, Roadranger EP75W-90

• Mobil, Mobilube SCH 75W-90

• Shell, Spirax S 75W-90

• Sunoco Duragear EP75W-90

Engine - QSM engine burning non-ULSD fuel --Spec 6829104560:

• Petro-Canada Duron Synthetic CI-4 5W-40

• Mobil Delvac 15W-40

QSM engine burning ULSD fuel --Spec 6829104560 or Spec. 6829104412:

• Petro-Canada Duron Synthetic CI-4 5W-40

• Mobil Delvac 15W-40

• Citgo Citgard Syndurance Synthetic Engine Oil CJ-4 5W-40

• Maxtron DEO Synthetic Engine Oil CJ-4 5W-40

Transmission:

• Use Standard Lubricants Package

Hydraulic tank - Spec 6829101559:

• Petro-Canada Duratran Synthetic THF

• Chevron All Weather THF

• Texaco TDH Oil SS

Hoist - Spec 6829103636:

• Petro-Canada ENDURATEX Synthetic EP 150

• Mobil SHC629

Grease - Spec 6829104275:

• Petro-Canada Precision Synthetic EP1

• Mobil: Mobilith SHC 220

Open Gear Lube (bearing/swingdrive teeth) - No Spec:

• Vultrex OGL Synthetic All Season

Antifreeze Coolant - Spec 6829104212:

• Petro-Canada AFC 60/40

• Old World Industries, Inc Fleet Charge SCA Precharged Antifreeze/ Coolant-60/40

• Fleetguard Compleat EG Antifreeze/Coolant Premix 60/ 40

Supplemental Coolant Additive SCA - Spec 682912858:

• Fleetguard DCA4

• Fleetguard DCA2

• Penray Pencool 3000

Standard Lubricants Package

Axle and Swing Box - Spec 6829012964:

• Century Unigear Semi-synthetic SAE 80W-90

• Texaco Multigear SS 80W-90

• Chevron DELO 80W-90

Engine - QSM engine burning non-ULSD fuel --Spec 6829104560:

• Engine Oil Exxon XD-3 CI-4 15W-40

• Conoco Fleet Supreme CI-4 15W-40

QSM engine burning ULSD fuel --Spec 6829003483 or Spec. 6829104182:

• Engine Oil Exxon XD-3 CI-4 15W-40

• Conoco Fleet Supreme CI-4 15W-40

• Conoco Fleet Supreme EC CJ-4 15W-40

• Mobil Delvac 1300 Super CJ-4 15W-40

Transmission - Fuller Manual - Spec 6829013433:

• Citgo Synthetic Gear Lubricant CD50