RT9150E OPERATOR MANUAL
OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
Traveling — Being Towed/Pulled
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Manitowoc recommends connecting to a pintle hook (if equipped) or evenly attaching to the tie-down lugs when being towed by another vehicle.,
Traveling with Boom Extension and/or Insert Erected
Conduct all travel with the assistance of a ground person to warn the operator of any changing conditions in the terrain being traversed.
CAUTION Machine Damage Hazard! It is recommended to attach cables/straps to the optional pintle hook (if equipped) or evenly attach to the tie-down lugs if being towed by another vehicle. Should the crane become mired down, use a tow truck or tractor to free the vehicle. Severe damage to the drivetrain may occur if the operator attempts to free the crane unassisted. •
Ensure the boom is in a horizontal position and not elevated above 0°.
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Ensure the outrigger beams and jacks are fully retracted with the floats properly stowed.
CAUTION Machine Damage Hazard! It is recommended to attach cables/straps to the pintle hook if one is available or evenly attach to the tie-down lugs if being towed by another vehicle. Should the crane become mired down, use a tow truck or tractor to free the vehicle. Severe damage to the drivetrain may occur if the operator attempts to free the crane unassisted. To avoid severe damage to the drive train while the crane engine is disabled: •
Disconnect drivelines.
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Disengage parking brake by manually turning parking brake adjustment until axle turns free.
Damage to the boom extension may occur.
36 ft (11 m)/59 ft (18 m) Extension Travel is permissible under the following conditions: •
The boom extension shall be erected at minimum offset. If traveling with just the 36 ft (11 m) extension, the stinger extension must be stowed on the side of the main boom, not on the 36 ft folding extension.
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Jobsite travel only on firm, level surface.
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Main boom shall be fully retracted.
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Main boom angle: 0 degrees minimum, 30 degrees maximum.
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Maximum travel speed: 2.5 mph (4 km/h).
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Counterweight shall be installed.
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The boom shall be over the front.
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Swing lock and pin shall be engaged.
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Hookblock must be removed from main boom nose.
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Headache ball may be reeved over boom extension, hanging 3 ft (0.9 m) below sheave.
59 ft (18 m) Extension Plus 26 ft (8 m)/ 19 ft (6 m) Extension Inserts Travel is permissible under the following conditions:
DANGER Run-away Crane Hazard! Disabling the parking brake may result in the crane rolling away freely without the ability of the operator to stop the crane. Ensure wheel chocks are properly placed when parking crane with the parking brake disabled. Death or serious injury and damage to machinery could result from moving machinery. •
CAUTION Traveling is not permitted with a boom extension reeved with two parts of line.
Secure steering to prevent turning while towing.
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The boom extension plus inserts shall be erected at minimum offset.
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Jobsite travel only on firm, level surface.
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Main boom shall be fully retracted.
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Main boom angle: 0 degrees minimum, 40 degrees maximum.
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Maximum travel speed: 2.5 mph (4 km/h).
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Counterweight shall be installed.
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The boom shall be over the front.
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Swing lock and pin shall be engaged.
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Hookblock must be removed from main boom nose.
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Headache ball may be reeved over boom extension, hanging 3 ft (0.9 m) below sheave.
12 ft (3.6 m) Extension Travel is permissible under the following conditions:
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Published 2-18-2016, Control # 614-00
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