Crane Inspection; Transporting Crane On Barge - Manitowoc 18000 Operator's Manual

18000 OPERATOR MANUAL
L = Degrees of Machine List
(Maximum allowable is
specified in Capacity Chart)

Crane Inspection

To aid in preventing harmful and damaging failure as
previously indicated, regular inspection for signs of
overloading in the following load bearing components is
required. Correct each defect found before placing the crane
into service.
• Boom
• Counterweight
Manitowoc
Through Boom
C L
Hinge Pins
L
Horizontal
Barge Deck
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• Backhitch
• Rotating Bed
• Wire Rope
• Pendants and Straps
• Hook and House Rollers
When equipped with hook rollers, it is recommended that
each hook roller assembly be inspected daily for any sign of
overloading, to include:
• Deformation of roller path
• Proper hook roller adjustment
• Deformation or cracks in hook roller hanger
• Bent hook roller shaft
• Damaged bearings

Transporting Crane on Barge

If it is necessary to transport the crane on a barge, ship, or
f l o a t i n g p l a tf o r m w h e n d y n a m i c c o n d i t i o n s w i l l b e
experienced, the boom must be lowered onto a cradle (or
other support) and the crane's boom, rotating bed, and
lowerworks must be secured against movement. If the crane
is equipped with a mast, the mast must be securely tied
down with guylines. Failing to take these steps can result in
shock load or side load damage to the boom and mast.
SAFETY INFORMATION
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