OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
TMS700E OPERATOR’S MANUAL
during crane shutdown periods or anytime the crane is left unattended. 1.
Perform the procedures Procedure in this manual.
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Shutdown
Step 10 does not take the place of the prestarting checks which must be performed just prior to using the crane at the next working day.
DANGER Never park crane near holes, on rocky surfaces, or on soft spots. This may cause crane to overturn, resulting in injury or death to personnel. 2.
Park the crane on a proper surface with the outrigger stabilizers and beams fully retracted. Do not park in a location where it may become frozen to the ground or settle unevenly and overturn.
3.
Apply parking brakes and if necessary, chock the wheels.
4.
Position all controls to neutral or off.
5.
Shut down the engine using the proper procedures as specified by this manual and the engine manual.
6.
Perform any other specified procedures required at the end of the workday, i.e., drain water from the fuel filter water separator, refueling, etc.
7.
Close all windows.
8.
Remove the keys from the crane.
9.
Lock up the crane. Install vandal guards, if used.
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CAUTION
10. Make a thorough walk around inspection to ensure that all cylinders that can be retracted are retracted. The only exceptions are those cylinders which cannot be fully retracted, i.e., steer cylinders. Also, look for anything that could hinder or prevent starting the next day’s work.
Unattended Crane
WARNING Tipping Hazard! Changing weather conditions including but not limited to: wind, ice accumulation, precipitation, flooding, lightning, etc. should be considered when determining the location and configuration of a crane when it is to be left unattended. Failure to comply with these instructions may cause death or serious injury. The configuration in which the crane should be left while unattended shall be determined by a qualified, designated individual familiar with the job site, configuration, conditions, and limitations.
Published3-13-2013, Control # 433-01
