Pre-Raising Checks - Manitowoc 18000 Operator's Manual

SET-UP AND INSTALLATION

PRE-RAISING CHECKS

Perform the following pre-raising checks and correct any
defects before raising boom or boom and jib.
 Crane on firm, level surface.
 Crawlers blocked if required per Capacity Chart.
 All connecting pins installed and properly retained.
 Boom and jib inserts installed in the proper sequence.
 Boom, jib, and backstay straps installed in the proper
sequence and unpinned from storage positions.
 All jib backstay straps, links, and pins removed from
boom sections (if jib will not be used).
 All insert and strap connecting pins installed and
properly retained.
 Lower boom point removed if required per Capacity
Chart.
 All blocking, tools, and other items removed from boom.
 Electronic boom angle indicator properly installed and
adjusted.
 Block-up limit control properly installed and operational.
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 Rated Capacity Indicator/Limiter properly installed and
operational.
 Automatic boom stop properly installed. Must be
adjusted after boom is raised.
 Physical boom stop operating properly.
 Crane and attachment properly lubricated.
 Jib strut raised and strut stops pinned in operating
position.
 Load lines anchored properly to drums, spooled tightly
onto drums, and engaged with proper sheaves. Make
sure rope guard pins, bars, or rollers are installed to
retain wire rope on sheaves.
 Load lines securely anchored to sockets at boom points
or at load block and weight ball.
 All safety devices installed, electric cords connected,
and limits adjusted.
 Proper amount of crane counterweight and, if required,
MAX-ER counterweight installed.
 Wind within allowable limits for raising boom or boom
and jib.
Published 12-05-17, Control # 032-23
18000 OPERATOR MANUAL