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14005H NEXSTAR OWNERS MANUAL Manual No. 470102010 Serial No. __________________ Mailing Address: P.O. Box 580697 Phone 1-800-777-2760 Fax (918) 269-6688 Tulsa, OK 74158-0697 http://www.autocrane.com Physical Address: 4707 N. Mingo Rd. Tulsa, OK 74117-5904...
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1. The information contained in this manual is in effect at the time of this printing. It does not cover all instructions, configurations, accessories, etc. If you require ad- ditional information, please contact Auto Crane Company at 1-800-777-2760. 2. Auto Crane Company reserves the right to update this material without notice or obligation.
Attempt to lift or drag a load from the side! The boom can fail far below its rated capacity. • Weld, modify, or use unauthorized components on any Auto Crane unit! This will void any • warranty or liability. Also failure of the crane may result.
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The If, through no fault of Auto Crane Company, it is payload of the vehicle is reduced by the necessary to send an experienced factory weight of the crane.
Auto Crane Company at the following tele- phone number: 1-800-777-2760. The information contained in the manual is in effect at the time of this printing. Auto Crane Company reserves the right to update this material without notice or obligation. 1-2.0...
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14005H GENERAL SPECIFICAIONS 1-3.0 6/15/10...
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WARNING! Auto Crane Company cranes are not designed or intended for use in lifting or moving persons. Any such use shall be considered to be improper and the seller shall not be responsible for any claims arising there from.
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—-IMPORTANT—- SAFETY TIPS AND PRECAUTIONS 31. Always store the crane in its stowed position WARNING: Never attempt to lift, drag, tow or for transportation. pull a load from the side. The boom can fail far below its rated capacity. 32. Remember the overall height of the entire unit for garage door clearance or when 41.
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Contact AutoCrane for rotation resistant wire conditions! rope for your application. WARNING! Auto Crane Company remote controlled, stiff boom cranes are not designed or intended for use on any applications involving the lifting or moving of personnel. 2-3.0 11/8/11...
QUALIFICATIONS FOR AND CONDUCT OF OPERATORS AND OPERATING PRACTICES REFERENCE ASME B30.5a AND OSHA 1910.180 FOR COMPLETE QUALIFICATION RE- QUIREMENTS tests may be required to determine these OPERATORS conditions. 1. Crane operation shall be limited to personnel 5. Operators and operator trainees should have with the following minimum qualifications: normal depth perception, coordination, and no A.
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QUALIFICATIONS FOR AND CONDUCT OF OPERATORS AND OPERATING PRACTICES or neutral position and all personnel are in C. Means are provided to hold the vehicle the clear. stationary while operating the crane. 6. If power fails during operation, the operator D.
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QUALIFICATIONS FOR AND CONDUCT OF OPERATORS AND OPERATING PRACTICES N. No person should be permitted to stand or 3. Caution shall be exercised when working near pass under a suspended load. overhead lines, because they can move horizontally or vertically due to wind, moving the 4.
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(or in park for automatic they are pinned in place or jacklegs are returned transmissions). Activate any crane power to compartment. switches. For Auto Crane units requiring 14. Check work area for any tools or equipment not battery and hydraulic operation, engage stored.
CRANE OPERATION TRANSMITTER LAYOUT E-stop Switch—Push to activated, Twist ON/OFF/MULTI SPEED to release. Shuts down all outputs from E-STOP SWITCH 3 POSITION KEYSWITCH receiver. MECHANICAL LATCHING (TWIST TO UNLOCK) On/Off/Multispeed— Detachable key, LED INDICATORS On, Off, Multispeed, & Start Switch. 100% BOOM DOWN BOOM UP...
CRANE OPERATION ON/OFF/MULTI SPEED E-STOP SWITCH 3 POSITION KEYSWITCH MECHANICAL LATCHING (TWIST TO UNLOCK) LED INDICATORS 100% DECREASE MAX INCREASE MAX SPEED SPEED ACTIVATING E-STOP Press the E-stop Switch. Note: 1. When E-stop is active, the transmitter will remain on but will not operate any functions. This includes truck and crane functions.
CRANE OPERATION RECEIVER LAYOUT CRANE STATUS AUXILIARY ACTIVE LIFT CYLINDER PRESSURE SYSTEM GOOD FUNCTION ACTIVATED Boom Pressure 174 SP - SPEED PERCENT Boom Down SP=100% HIGH IDLE AUX ENG XXX Boom Angle 43 (deg) HIGH IDLE ACTIVE Boom Load 7% BOOM ANGLE (DEGREES) 100% BOOM LOAD...
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TRANSMITTER SYNCHRONIZATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. The receiver must be shut off and powered down The current address tag must be removed from the harness and the LEARN tag (366823955) will need to be put in its place. 2. After the LEARN tag has been put into place and the receiver is powered up, it will begin to search for the proper Channel and Serial Number of the transmitter.
INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS REFERENCE ASME B30.5a AND OSHA 1910.180 FOR COMPLETE INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS INSPECTION CLASSIFICATION 6. Inspect for proper rope reeving. 7. Inspect electrical wiring and components for 1. Initial inspection. malfunctioning, signs of excessive deterioration, dirt Prior to initial use, all new, altered, modified or and moisture accumulation.
INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS 6. Inspect crane hooks for cracks. 13. Inspect hydraulic filters for evidence of rubber particles on the filter elements indicating possible 7. Inspect travel steering, braking, and locking hose, “O” ring, or other rubber component dete- devices for malfunction. rioration.
TESTING REQUIREMENTS REFERENCE ASME B30.5a AND OSHA 1910.180 FOR COMPLETE INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS TESTING SHALL BE PERFORMED BY DESIGNATED PERSONNEL ONLY. Prior to initial use, all new, altered, modified, or extensively repaired cranes shall be tested for compliance with the operational requirements of this crane. Test requirements: 1.
GENERAL REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE REFERENCE ASME B30.5a AND OSHA 1910.180 FOR COMPLETE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR REQUIREMENTS A preventative maintenance program should be 4. If bleeding the hydraulic system is required, run established based on this section and all replacement each crane function until smooth operation of that parts should be obtained from AutoCrane Company.
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GENERAL REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE 2. Replacement rope shall have a strength rating at 4. During installation care should be exercised to least as great as the original rope furnished or avoid dragging of the rope in the dirt or around recommended by AutoCrane.
MAINTENANCE OF BATTERIES Maintenance of Auto Crane unit batteries differs 2. The portion of the plate exposed is not usable. very little from the generally prescribed 3. That portion of the acid remaining becomes more maintenance of any lead acid battery. All batteries...
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MAINTENANCE OF BATTERIES If, after charging, it is noted that the specific gravity 2. Place the battery on charge according to the reading of one cell is 30 points less than any of the manufacturer's instructions. other cells, it may be assumed that the cell is bad and that the battery should be replaced.
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14005H LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CAUTION: Routine maintenance insures trouble-free operation and protects your invest- ment. All warranties are void if maintenance is neglected. 4-8.0 6/15/10...
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2. Once a bolt has been torqued to its rated capacity and then removed; the bolt should be replaced with a new one. 3. Auto Crane Company recommends that this crane be serviced per “Crane Inspection Log” P/N 999978. These logs should be filled in at the intervals noted and kept as a permanent record.
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ROTATION BEARING REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES—14005H All bearings can wear over time. This includes the main rotation bearing on the crane. No pre- cise rules can be given for replacement of the rotation bearing, since many factors are in- volved. However, there are common symptoms seen during crane operation that may be caused by rotation bearing wear.
14005H SAFETY DECAL SECTION PART NO.: 040579000 DECAL: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FUNCTION: To inform the operator of the proper procedure to follow for safe operation of the crane. USED ON: All Cranes QUANTITY: PLACEMENT: Right side plate PART NO.: 040580000 DECAL: OPERATING TRAINING FUNCTION: To inform the operator of the need to...
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14005H SAFETY DECAL SECTION PART NO.: 040529000 DECAL: ELECTROCUTION HAZARD FUNCTION: To inform the operator of the hazard involved with contacting electrical power lines with crane boom. USED ON: All Cranes QUANTITY: PLACEMENT: Both sides of end of lower boom PART NO.: 040517000 DECAL:...
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14005H SAFETY DECAL SECTION PART NO.: 040587000 USED ON: All cranes equipped with a load sensor. DECAL: LOAD SENSOR, DON'T TAMPER QUANTITY: FUNCTION: To inform the operator that the load PLACEMENT: Both sides of the lift cylinder sensor is pre-set and that tampering near the load sensor with the sensor may cause potentially hazardous situation.
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14005H SAFETY DECAL SECTION PART NO.: 460169000 USED ON: All Cranes equiped with FM controls. DECAL: REMOTE CONTROL QUANTITY: FUNCTION: To inform the operator of failure to PLACEMENT: FRONT OF POWER UNIT follow the saftey precautions may result in equipment failure or serious personal injury.
14005H MOUNTING AND INSTALLATION 1. Check to make sure the following items are with your crane. Please note the different, model specific, quantities. 2. Pressure and return hoses are not furnished with this crane. The hoses must be provided by the installer and the lengths determined at installation.
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12. Load test the crane to ensure proper functioning and truck stability. 13. Make certain the owner’s manual is delivered to the customer. 14. For additional help: call the service department at the Auto Crane Company (918) 836-0463 (Tulsa, Oklahoma).
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14005H GENERAL ASSEMBLY P/N 470102XXX 7-1.0 6/15/10...
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14005H MAIN HARNESS P/N: 366823257 [2134] [1346] [1017] [940] 36.5 [927] 33.5 [851] [813] 31.5 [800] 30.5 [775] [610] 21 20 15.5 ENGINE STOP POWER/ENGINE ENGINE STA RT POWER GROUND HIGH IDLE CONNECTOR ID CONNECTOR DESCRIPTION RECIEVER 18 PIN CONNECTION RECIEVER 30 PIN CONNECTION USB CONNECTION CAN CONNECTOR...
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14005H MAIN HARNESS P/N: 366823257 CONN 1 USB PROGRAMMING J3 USB+ PROGRAMMING USB- PROGRAMMING CANH1 GROUND CANL1 NOT USED POWER CANH2 CANL2 DIRTY FILTER J22 BOOM PT J21 +5V VREF SENSOR SUPPLY VOLTAGE VREF COM SENSOR RETURN NOT USED VBATTERY +V BAT FROM IGNITION COMMON -V BAT...
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14005H HYDRAULIC CONTROL VALVE NEXSTAR I P/N: 480989261 8-3.0 6/15/10...
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14005H HYDRAULIC CONTROL VALVE NEXSTAR I P/N: 480989261 8-4.0 12/22/10...
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14005HHYDRAULIC CONTROL VALVE NEXSTAR II P/N: 480959251 8-5.0 6/15/10...
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14005HHYDRAULIC CONTROL VALVE P/N: 480989251 8-6.0 12/22/10...
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14005H COUNTERBALANCE VALVE ADJUSTMENT Counterbalance Valve Adjustment Notice: 1. In an EMERGENCY situation when it 1. With PTO disengaged and boom properly becomes necessary to lower the boom without flow supported, remove the plug on the present, the CB valve adjustment can be turned in counterbalance valve.
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14005H HYDRAULIC TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE DIAGNOSIS SOLUTION CRANE MOVES JAMMED CARTRIDE TRY TO MANUALLY OVERRIDE VALVE REPLACE CARTRIGE UNEXPECTEDLY IF UNABLE TO MOVE STEM. CARTRIDGE IS JAMMED COUNTER‐BALANCE SET ADJUST THE COUNTER‐BALANCE OUT CONTACT AUTOCRANE FOR PROPER SETTING TOO LOW (BOOM‐UP & TO SEE IF MOVEMENT STOPS. OF COUNTER‐BALANCE. YOU MAY NEED TO BOOM‐DN ) REFERENCE PG. 9.1 FOR PROCESS. REPLACE COUTER‐BALANCE. CONTAMINATE IN CARTRIGE VALVE STICKS IN CERTAIN POSITIONS REFERENCE PG. 9‐8 FOR CLEANING PROCEDURE NO FUNTION PTO NOT ENGAGED CHECK PTO ACTIVATION LIGHT ENGAGE PTO OPERATES ON CRANE USALLY LOCATED IN CAB CRANE DIVERTER VALVE IF USING AUTOCRANE OUTRIGGERS, ENGAGE CRANE DIVERTER VAVLE NOT ENGAGED CHECK CRANE DIVERTER VALVE LOCATED AT THE OUTRIGGER VALVE. HYDRAULIC TANK IS LOW ...
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14005H CARTRIDGE MAINTENANCE • Clean the area around the valve spool to be removed from the valve bank • Remove the valve spool from the valve bank being careful not to touch or hit surrounding objects • Carefully remove any visible debris from the valve spool •...
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PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE PAINT FINISH PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS The paint finish on Auto Crane products can become damaged during normal use when chipped, scratched, exposed to harsh chemicals, cleaned with high pressure washers, etc. During periods when the truck is exposed to salt or other corrosive chemicals, Auto Crane products should be washed weekly.
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