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NOTICE The serial number of the crane and applicable attachments (i.e. luffing jib) is the only method your Manitowoc dealer or the Manitowoc Crane Care Lattice Team has of providing you with correct parts and service information. The serial number is located on a crane identification plate attached to the operator’s cab and each attachment.
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THE ORIGINAL LANGUAGE OF THIS PUBLICATION IS ENGLISH...
Section 2 of this manual. Right FIGURE 1-1 CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION If you are the new owner of a Manitowoc crane, please register it with Manitowoc Crane Care so we can contact you if the need arises. 1. Go to www.manitowoc.com.
INTRODUCTION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL IDENTIFICATION AND LOCATION OF COMPONENTS Item Description Drum 1 (main hoist) Drum 2 (whip hoist) Drum 3 (optional aux hoist) Drum 4 (boom hoist) Upper Boom Point or Fixed Jib (not shown) Lower Boom Point Hook-and-Weight Ball Load Block Boom Top Inserts...
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Each drum drive includes a drum, a planetary gearbox, a spring applied brake, and a motor. Each crawler drive includes a planetary gearbox, a drive tumbler, a spring applied brake, and a motor. Inside rotating bed. Accessible from under rotating bed. FIGURE 1-4 Manitowoc Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
INTRODUCTION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL ENGLISH AND METRIC CONVERSIONS Inverse Conversion DIVIDE (÷) known value by conversion factor to obtain Direct Conversion equivalent value in desired units. For example, 3,6576 m is MULTIPLY (x) known value by conversion factor to obtain converted to feet, as follows: equivalent value in desired units.
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Quart Liter 0.9464 Gallon Liter 3.7854 Gallon Per Minute Pump Flow Liters Per Minute L/min 3.7854 WEIGHT Pound Unit/Component Kilogram 0.4536 Ton (2,000 lb.) Metric Ton 0.9072 Load Ratings Ton (2,000 lb.) Kilogram 907.1847 Manitowoc Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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If you are in Used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous doubt about any procedure, contact your Manitowoc dealer situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or or Manitowoc Crane Care Lattice Team.
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SAFETY INFORMATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Table 2-1 Common Safety Symbols Cut or Crush Hazards Cut Hazard M100090 M100091 M100066 M100065 M100069 M100067 Fire Crush Hazards Extinguisher M100070 M100071 M100072 M100073 M100074 M100082 Explosion Fall Hazards Falling Boom (Crush) Hazards Hazard M100083 M100084 M100085...
Ordering Signs Order replacement safety and information signs from your Maintaining Signs Manitowoc dealer. The crane owner/user shall make sure that all safety and When ordering a sign, give the crane model number, the information signs are legible and installed at the proper crane serial number, and the name and part number of the locations on the crane.
Objects which cannot be Manitowoc has provided a ladder, steps platforms, and carried in pockets or tool belts shall be lifted into place with a optional catwalks at the locations shown in Figure 2-1.
If the serial numbers of your manuals and capacity charts do Figure 2-2. Manual Holder in Cab not match the serial numbers of the crane, contact your Manitowoc dealer for the proper manual or capacity charts. Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
(United States Federal Law), in ASME B30.5 American operation. Manitowoc cannot foresee all hazards that will National Standard, or in any other applicable federal, state, arise in the field; therefore, safety remains responsibility or local laws.
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SAFETY INFORMATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL 4. The operator shall be thoroughly familiar with operation 10. The operator shall verify that the Capacity Chart being of the crane and its proper care. If adjustments or repairs used is the correct one for the cranes configuration are necessary or if there are known defects that impair (boom length, load line reeving, counterweight, etc.).
Do not operate the crane with a snow or ice covered NOTE Capacity charts for Manitowoc cranes show the boom. The extra weight may cause overload, tipping, or total weight of freely suspended loads for various structural damage.
SAFETY INFORMATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL 2. Only use slings and other rigging that are in safe All personnel are clear of the swing radius of the operating condition and have a rating equal to or greater crane’s counterweight. than the load to be lifted. 2.
Engage the luffing hoist pawl when operating with Manitowoc authorizes multiple load line operation for those the luffing jib at a fixed radius. applications requiring it, provided the following steps are performed: 3.
If communication is disrupted, load indicator(s). operator shall stop all crane movements. 6. Manitowoc recommends that each load line be equipped 2. Signals to the operator must be in accordance with the with an anti two-block device. standard...
• Alternative measures are not permitted to be used for a faulty safety device. Manitowoc provides the following operational aids on its • Always tag-out any faulty safety device and place a cranes, either as standard equipment or optional equipment.
SAFETY INFORMATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL at a point that gives the signal person sufficient time Refer to the pendulum boom angle indicator on the to signal the operator and have the operator stop boom butt (visible from operator cab). the boom or jib within the minimum allowable radius. b.
WARNING dangerous. Electrocution Hazard! Set-Up and Operation Manitowoc cranes are not equipped with all features required to operate within OSHA 29CFR1926.1408, 1. During crane use, assume that every line is energized Table A clearances when the power lines are energized.
SAFETY INFORMATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL source. This person should have no other duties while etc.). The insulating characteristics of these devices can the crane is working. be compromised if not kept clean, free of contamination, and undamaged. 6. Taglines should always be made of non-conductive materials.
Safety information in this publication is intended only as a for any evidence of damage and all damaged parts are guide to assist qualified maintenance personnel in safe repaired or replaced as authorized by Manitowoc or your maintenance. Manitowoc cannot foresee all hazards that Manitowoc dealer.
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SAFETY INFORMATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Place a warning sign at the start controls alerting 12. Avoid battery explosion: do not smoke while performing other personnel that the crane is being serviced and battery maintenance or short across battery terminals to the engine must not be started.
Do not go under boom, jib, or mast sections while the completion of maintenance or repair. connecting bolts or pins are being removed. 28. Unless authorized in writing by Manitowoc, do not alter ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION the crane in any way that affects the crane’s...
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SAFETY INFORMATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View A WRONG – DANGEROUS! If boom is off ground and supported by boom rigging, and there is no blocking under boom sections, boom will collapse when lower pins are removed. View B WRONG – DANGEROUS! If boom rigging is slack, boom point is on ground or blocking, and there is no blocking under boom sections, boom will collapse when...
Pin Removal cantilevered. Never cantilever more boom than allowed in rigging drawing or capacity chart. When removing pins from boom sections, stand clear of pins being removed. Even though the boom is resting on Manitowoc 2-21 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
50 percent of the rated capacity conditions. for the radius and configuration of the crane. Use of a Manitowoc crane to handle personnel is acceptable • The crane is uniformly level within one percent of level provided: grade and located on a firm footing.
Manitowoc recommends that cranes be properly maintained, regularly inspected, and repaired as necessary. All safety WARNING signs must be in place and legible. We also urge Manitowoc The crane owner/user shall verify that the method used to crane owners to upgrade their cranes with rated capacity fasten or restrain the crane to the foundation, the barge, indicator/limiter systems for all lifting operations.
M a n i t o w o c d e a l e r f o r t h e NOTE Manitowoc does not permit traveling on a barge recommended bolt pattern and for the type and deck with load.
If the crane’s boom or structure is shock loaded during operation, or there is any indication of shock loading, all Manitowoc provides two types of Capacity Charts for a crane structural components of the crane must be inspected to mounted on a barge or other supporting structure under detect cracks and other damage.
1. Machine List, as defined by Manitowoc, is the crane’s required. Correct each defect found before placing the crane out-of-level condition — from side-to-side — as into service.
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OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL STANDARD HAND SIGNALS FOR CONTROLLING CRANE OPERATIONS The following standard hand signals comply with ASME B30.5. Table 3-1. Standard Hand Signals for Controlling Crane Operations M100118 M100119 M100120 M100121 M100122 M100123 M100124 M100125 M100126 M100127 M100129...
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EXTEND BOOM (Telescoping Boom)—One Hand Signal. One fist in front of chest with thumb tapping chest. RETRACT BOOM (Telescoping Boom)—One hand signal. One fist in front of chest, thumb pointing outward and heel of fist tapping chest. Manitowoc Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL SYMBOLS USED ON CONTROL CONSOLES The following symbols are used on the control consoles to identify the operating controls and their operation. Table 3-2. Symbol Identification — Control Consoles Air Conditioner Cylinders, Extend and Retract M100138 M100144 D r u m w i t h o r w i t h o u t N u m b e r...
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M100165-1 Engine Run Light, Position M100159 M100291 Engine Start Light, Work and Camera M100160 M100166 Engine Stop Lighter M100161 M100167 M100142a M100170 Gantry M102435 M100171 Heater Park Off M102084 Horn Park On M100164 M100172 Manitowoc Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Table 3-2. Symbol Identification — Control Consoles Pin, Disengage Swing M100177 M100186 Pin, Engage Swing Left M100178 M100189 Regen (Tier 4), Inhibit Swing Right M100285 M100190 Travel Forward and Reverse—Left Regen (Tier 4), Initiate Crawler M100284 M100192a...
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OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS This section identifies all standard and optional controls and indicators available for the MLC150-1. Therefore, some of the controls and indicators identified may not be provided on your crane. Door and Windows Removed for Clarity Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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Air Vents (Qty 6) Adjust as desired to circulate air in the operator cab. Crane Work Lights page 3-21 for more information. GPS Antenna Contact your Manitowoc dealer for CraneSTAR information. Front Windshield Wiper page 3-21 Right Console page 3-14 for more information.
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OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL The beacon rotates and the alarm sounds whenever the crane’s Rated Capacity Limiter (RCL) Light capacity is near an overload condition (when RCL system is ON). See page 3-27. In Cab (standard): 2.5# Dry Chemical 1A:10-B:C Fire Extinguisher On Right Enclosure (optional): 15# Carbone Dioxide 10B:C S t o r a g e S h e l v e s a n d O p e r a t o r...
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OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Left Console Table 3-4. Left Console Item Name Description Maximum current draw is 15A. For the fuse locations, see Fuses and Circuit 12VDC Power Source Breakers on page 3-62. Item Description Engage this switch to raise or lower the front riser. Seat Riser Control Engage this switch to raise and lower the seat and to move the seat forward or backward.
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A gas cylinder will raise the console to make more room for entering or exiting the cab. Left Console Tilt Button • To LOWER the left console, press and hold the button, and push the console down to the desired position. Manitowoc 3-13 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Right Console Table 3-5. Right Console 3-14 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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Remove the key to prevent unauthorized operation. Rated Capacity Limiter (RCL) Displays load lifting information and alerts the operator to overload conditions. and Rated Capacity Indicator See the RCL/RCI Operation Manual for detailed information. (RCI) Display Manitowoc 3-15 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Table 3-5. Right Console Displays operating conditions, faults, and diagnostic information. See the Main Main Display Display Operation Manual for detailed information. The status bar on the right side of the Main Display Working Screen indicates which drums are parked and which drum is being controlled by the corresponding handle.
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2 - Rear Drum 3 - Auxiliary Drum Luffing Jib Mode 2 - Luffing Hoist 1 - Front Drum 3 - Auxiliary Drum 4 - Boom Hoist Figure 3-1. Drum and Control Handle Identification Manitowoc 3-17 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Table 3-5. Right Console A separate switch is provided for each crane function: Swing (A), Drum 1 (B), Drum 2 (C), Drum 3 (D), Drum 4 (E), and Travel (F). • Press and release the TOP of the rocker to PARK the corresponding crane function.
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• Press the BOTTOM of the rocker to operate the travel motors in Travel Speed Switch LOW speed. Low speed operation provides smooth starts and stops and allows more precise control of the travel motors than high speed. Manitowoc 3-19 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Table 3-5. Right Console This is a 2-position momentary switch that is spring returned to the center position. After enabling free spool in the Main Display: • Press and release the top of the rocker to activate free spool. •...
• Toggle fully up = HIGH speed. Windshield Wiper Switches • Press the TOP END of the switch to SPRAY WASHER FLUID onto the windows. During cold weather, fill the windshield washer tank with a non-freezing cleaning fluid. Manitowoc 3-21 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Table 3-6. Overhead Console • Press the TOP of the rocker to TURN ON the cab work lights. • Press the BOTTOM of the rocker to TURN OFF the cab work lights. For optional gantry and boom work lights see Work Lights on Cab Work Lights Switch page...
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The active center position is for normal engine operation. The position does not require operator assistance under normal conditions. This position allows the exhaust system to actively (automatically) regenerate. Continued on next page. Manitowoc 3-23 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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To re-enable active regeneration, manually return the switch to the active position. Do not use the Inhibit switch unless specifically instructed by Manitowoc Crane Care or a Cummins’ technical advisor. The exhaust system regen inhibited icon indicates the after-treatment system active (automatic) regeneration is prevented because the inhibit switch is in the inhibit position.
(ease up) to release the free fall brake gradually as the pedal rises. Brake Drum 1 Free Fall Brake Pedal Released Drum 2 Free Fall Brake Pedal Press Here to Unlatch Brake Pedal Applied Latch Manitowoc 3-25 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Seat Controls Table 3-8. Seat Controls Item Name Description • Push to the LEFT to UNLOCK the seat. Fore-Aft Control Lever • Use your body weight to slide the seat to the desired position. •...
The beacon colors correspond to the colors shown in the either direction from off. The alarm turns off when the control rated capacity bar or triangle in the RCL/RCI Display. handles are moved to off. Manitowoc 3-27 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Turn the knob COUNTERCLOCKWISE to DISCONNECT (O) the battery circuit for the following reasons: • When servicing the crane’s electrical control system. • If desired, to prevent the batteries from discharging when the crane is stored for extended periods of time. •...
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OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Crane Cameras Table 3-9. Crane Camera Locations Item Name Camera Points at LOAD from boom point or from jib point Camera Points to REAR (tail swing) Camera Points at DRUM 3/4 Camera Points at DRUM 1/2 Monitor in Cab (see Table 3-10)
After pressing CONTRAST, increases the monitor contrast. In the Operator Menu, go to the next menu option. ENTER button Press once to enter the monitor Operator Menu. Power LED Glows green when the monitor is powered. Manitowoc 3-31 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL REMOTE CONTROL Table 3-11. Remote Control Identification and Operation To operate the hand-held remote control (1): • The electric cable (2A) must be connected to the receptacle (2B) (WRLI-J1) on the inside of the left-rear enclosure door. •...
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• Rotate DOWN to HAUL IN Drum 4 wire rope. Speed is in relation to control movement. • Pull OUT to UNLOCK the switch. Counterweight Pins Switch • Push UP and lock to DISENGAGE the counterweight pins. • Push DOWN and lock to ENGAGE the counterweight pins. Manitowoc 3-33 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL CARBODY CONTROLS Table 3-12. Carbody Controls Identification and Operation View at Front of Carbody To operate the carbody controls: • The Boom Butt Configuration must be selected in the RCL/RCI Display. • The carbody controls must be turned on in the Main Display Self-Erect Controls Screen. The carbody controls and the remote control cannot be turned on at the same time.
Maximum Down 2 (minimum angle) on page 3-37 for detailed instructions. When the external bypass is in override, the speed of the crane functions is limited to 15% of their maximum speed for movements that increase load. Manitowoc 3-35 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Table 3-14. Operating Limits Description Operating Limit Icon Bail, Minimum This limit stops the corresponding drum from lowering when there are three to four wraps of wire rope remaining on the drum. • The load can be raised after the limit is contacted. •...
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• This limit switch stops the luffing jib before the boom-to-luffing jib angle is 169.5°. If this limit is contacted on cranes meeting CE requirements, the luffing jib cannot be raised until the limit is reset. See Resetting Luffing Jib Limits on page 3-45. M102783 Manitowoc 3-37 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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Motor Failure This limit immediately applies the drum brake and prevents further operation of the corresponding hoist in the event of motor failure. Contact the Manitowoc Crane Care Lattice Team for corrective action. M104966 Operator Out of Seat This limit prevents the crane functions from being operated when the operator is out of the seat. Sit down in the seat to operate the crane functions.
Crawler Blocking topic in the Capacity Chart Information folio located in the Capacity Chart Manual supplied with the OPERATING IN WIND crane. Wind adversely affects lifting capacity and stability. The Manitowoc 3-39 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
Equipment Failure Hazard Before operating the crane at the start of each shift: At low ambient temperatures, dynamic loads (impact and shock) can affect the steels used in Manitowoc cranes • Perform the preventative maintenance checks and when operating in cold weather. Read and comply with...
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17°C (63°F). There will again parked and the hydraulic oil temperature drops be no throttle response until this below 15.6°C (60°F). fault is cleared. Manitowoc 3-41 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL 9. Once the engine starts, the Confirmation Screen 11. Warm up the drum circuits during cold weather. To (Figure 3-8) will appear in the RCL/RCI Display. You ensure proper operation of the drums after cold weather must either confirm the current configuration or select a startup, slowly operate them in both directions (up and new configuration.
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5. Pull the boom control handle (Figure 3-9) BACK from off to RAISE the boom or push the boom control handle FORWARD from off to LOWER the boom. Manitowoc 3-43 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Luffing Hoist Operation 3. Make sure the automatic jib stops are set at the proper angles. For detailed instructions, see the Automatic Jib Stop Adjustment topic in Section 6 of the MLC150-1 Luffing Jib Operator Manual. WARNING 4.
OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Swing Operation 2. Unpark swing. CAUTION WARNING Avoid Boom/Swing Drive Damage Do not park swing while swinging. The brake will bring the Tipping Hazard rotating bed to an abrupt stop. This action could cause To prevent the crane from tipping, adhere to any swing damage to the boom and jib from side loading or damage limitations given in the capacity chart.
Avoid Pressure Roller/Drum Damage Remove the pressure roller (1, Figure 3-14) from the front and rear drums for liftcrane operation if the drums will be operated with more than three layers of wire rope. Manitowoc 3-47 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Load Drum Operation—Liftcrane Free Fall Rotate the corresponding free fall selector valve handle (1B or 2B, Figure 3-15) to the ON (I) position. Left Side Enclosure Near Pumps Leave the Drum 2 free fall selector valve handle in the off position (O) if the crane will be configure for luffing jib operation.
Drum slip can be adjusted to meet the type of operation Drum slip and brake pedal response can be being performed: adjusted to meet operator need. See Free Fall Drum Slip and Pedal Response. Manitowoc 3-49 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL • For most operations (such as liftcrane), 100% slip CLOSING BUCKET (Digging) should be selected so that the load line pays out freely 1. Lower the bucket into the digging area. when a load is lowered with the brake pedal. 2.
• Avoid sharp turns if possible. • Make gradual turns or counter-rotate whenever possible so both crawlers are always powered. • Clean the crawlers often. • Keep the crawler treads properly adjusted. Manitowoc 3-51 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL 2. Increase the engine speed to the desired RPM with the hand throttle. When more power is needed, depress the foot throttle to momentarily increase the engine speed. 3. Travel speed can be adjusted between 25% and 100% to meet operator need.
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Move the right crawler control handle farther forward than the left crawler handle. The right crawler will turn 13. When finished traveling, park the travel function. faster than left crawler. Manitowoc 3-53 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE OR LEAVING 6. If possible, lower the boom and jib (if equipped) onto blocking at ground level. THE CRANE UNATTENDED If the boom cannot be lowered, as determined by a qualified designated person, it must be securely WARNING fastened from movement by the wind or other outside forces.
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The static load-carrying limitations of the steels used in Manitowoc cranes are not affected by cold weather. An explosion and serious burns may result if ether is Manitowoc’s capacity charts are acceptable for use in cold sprayed into the engine air intake. weather.
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Circuit Breaker — 15A, 300W Rotating Bed Lights Circuit Breaker — 15A,150W Battery Pads and 300W Engine Oil Heater Circuit Breaker — 15A, 2000W Hydraulic Tank Heater Circuit Breaker — 15A, 1500W Engine Coolant Heater Figure 3-22. AC Generator Manitowoc 3-57 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL AC POWER SUPPLY 2. Turn OFF the circuit breakers in the load center (5). 3. Connect the power supply cable (2) to the receptacle (3) Figure 3-22. on the crane and to the receptacle on the generator. The optional work lights and cold weather heaters can be 4.
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OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES Item Description Engine Coolant Heater Engine Oil Heater Hydraulic Tank Heater Battery Wrap Heater (2) Battery Heater Thermostat Sensor Figure 3-21 on page 3-51 Load Center (see Figure 3-23. Cold Weather Heaters Manitowoc 3-59 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL COLD WEATHER HEATERS A thermostat (located under heater cover) is factory-set to turn the heater on at 31°C (87°F) and off at 38°C To preheat critical components and lubricant sumps during a (100°F). cold weather shutdown, an optional Cold Weather Heater Kit •...
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MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES Electrical Control Panel Behind Operator Seat in Cab Manitowoc 3-61 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
MLC150-1 Operator Manual for the outline and shipping dimensions of individual crane components. PARTS STORAGE Parts Box Manitowoc provides a parts box that can be lifted with a forklift. The following parts are stored in the parts box: Figure 4-1 •...
• Camera (optional boom and jib top) It is the crane users responsibility to secure the anemometer so it cannot rotate during transport Item Description Position Light Anemometer Bracket Safety Pin Figure 4-3 Manitowoc Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Item Description Trailer (owner furnished) Gantry Lowered Upperworks without Crane Counterweight Handrails Stored Operator Cab Boom Stops U.S. Shipping Configuration shown. European Shipping Configuration Boom Butt Lowered onto Stand ships with platforms removed Equalizer Pinned to Boom Butt •...
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Equalizer Pinned to Boom Butt Boom Butt Boom Butt Sheave (Qty 2) Self-Erect Hook Block (1 sheave) 3- Leg Chain Lifting Sling Crawler Pin Puller (4 pins) Carbody Jack with Pad (Qty 4) Carbody Manual Controls Manitowoc Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Right Side Console Front of Carbody Remote Control — Left Enclosure Item Description Item Description Remote Control Carbody Control Valve Electric Cable Right Front Carbody Jack Control Handle Receptacle Right Rear Carbody Jack Control Handle Power Switch Right Crawler Pins Control Handle Emergency Stop Switch...
Use extreme care not to activate the boom hoist function by inadvertently operating the boom hoist control handle when exiting and entering the operator cab. Manitowoc Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL PIN AND CONNECTING HOLE • Connecting and disconnecting electric cables. The potential for operating faults or damage to the electric CLEANLINESS components exists if power is not turned off. To prevent dirt from damaging the closely machined surfaces of pins and connecting holes: PRE-START CHECKS •...
Four Jacks (crawler off ground) To avoid serious or fatal crushing injury, do not exceed operating radii and capacities given in the Liftcrane Boom Butt Handling Capacities Chart. Structural failure or crane tipping may occur. Figure 4-8 Manitowoc 4-11 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View B View A Item Description Platform (Qty 6 left side, 5 right side) Safety Pin (Qty 1 each locking bar) Locking Bar (Qty 7 left side, 6 right side) Adjusting Bolt and Lock Nut (Qty 2 each platform) Stored Working Figure 4-9...
2. Install the safety pins (2, View B). 3. Using the adjusting bolts and lock nuts (4), adjust the platforms so they are level and at the same height — no trip points! Manitowoc 4-13 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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2. Rotate the rear view mirror (2) to the operating position and adjust it as required. 3. Rotate the rear view mirror (3) to the operating position and adjust it as required. Manitowoc 4-15 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View A STORED View B WORKING Item Description Handrail, Left Handrail, Left-Front Handrail, Left-Rear Safety Pin (Qty 2 each handrail) Stored View C View D STORED Working WORKING Figure 4-11 4-16 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
(4, View D) in the working come on at start-up and remain on until this step is position (W). performed. 3. Repeat the steps for the left-front handrail (2). Manitowoc 4-17 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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DO NOT lift the carbody off the trailer until the gantry is working position (View E). raised and the boom butt is supported by the gantry. 6. Reinstall the locking pin (6, View E) and the safety pin. Manitowoc 4-19 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Item Description Counterweight Links (both sides) Pin with Safety Pin (Qty 2) Gantry Gantry Cylinder (Qty 2) Backhitch Links Boom Butt Self-Erect Load Line View A View B View C View C Figure 4-13 4-20 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
(6, View Figure 4-29 on page 4-38). C) off the trailer. 4. Verify that the boom hoist wire rope is spooled properly on the boom hoist drum. Manitowoc 4-21 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
(5) on the inboard side of the crawler and to the Figure 4-18. lifting links (6) on the outboard side of the crawler. 1. Position the trailer (1) with the crawler (2) on the desired Continued on next page. side of the carbody. Manitowoc 4-25 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View B 2° View C View A Item Description Crawler Carbody Alignment Pin (Qty 2) Alignment Saddle (Qty 4) Alignment Lug (Qty 2) Crawler Pin (Qty 2) Locking Pin with Hair-Pin Cotter (Qty 2) Figure 4-19 4-26 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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11. Disconnect the chain lifting sling from the crawler. 12. Lower the first crawler (1, Figure 4-20) to the ground Figure 4-20 by fully retracting the carbody jacks (2) next to the first crawler. Manitowoc 4-27 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Install Second Crawler 1. Depending on job site clearance, the second crawler can be lifted using one the following options: • From the same side as the first crawler (if room permits) and then swung 180° and installed on the side opposite the first crawler.
1. Make sure all jacks are fully retracted. 11. Attach the jack pad (1, View D) to the carbody jack (5) 2. Disable the carbody control in the Self-Erect Controls with the safety pin (6). Screen of the Main Display. Manitowoc 4-29 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View B View A View C Item Description Jack Pad U-Shaped Locking Pin Locking Pin with Safety Pin Jack Handle (Qty 2 each jack) Carbody Jack Safety Pin Locking Pin NOTE Jack Pad (1), View D is shown in the working position. For shipping, the jack pads must be stored on the carbody as shown in Figure 4-12 on page...
(2S). See instructions on page 4-17. View A View C Item Description Crawler Hydraulic Hose (Qty 6) Storage Bracket Carbody Hydraulic Hose (Qty 6) View B Stored Working Figure 4-24 Manitowoc 4-31 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Boom Handling Locations View A Item Description Trailer 3 m Boom Insert 6 m Boom Insert 12 m Boom Insert Boom Top Synthetic Lifting Sling (Qty 4 crane owner furnished) 2 m (6 ft) minimum length Insert Lifting Lug (Qty 4 each boom section) Boom Top Lifting Lug without Upper Boom Point (use two rearmost lugs)
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2 m (6 ft) minimum length 3,78 m (12 ft 5 in) (with Backstay Pendants) 3,84 m (12 ft 7 in) (without Backstay Pendants) 1,44 m (4 ft 8-3/4 in) Figure 4-26 Manitowoc 4-33 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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See Figure 4-29 on page 4-38. top during handling and transportation. Use the Manitowoc supplied chain lifting sling (Figure 4-4 on Make sure the boom straps and links remain properly page 4-5) to handle the crane and carbody counterweight secured in the shipping position on the boom inserts and boxes and tray.
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View A Item Description Chain Lifting Sling Self-Erect Hook Block Carbody Counterweight (2) Trailer Pin with Hair-Pin Cotters (4) Hooked Lug (4) View B Figure 4-28 4-36 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
Liftcrane Boom Butt Handling Capacities Chart at the end of this section. Crane Tipping Hazard! To avoid serious crushing injury: • For Series 2, install the carbody counterweight before installing the crane counterweight. Manitowoc 4-37 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Item Description Self-Erect Hook Block Chain Lifting Sling Counterweight Tray Counterweight Box • Qty 6 for Series 1 (3 each side) • Qty 10 for Series 2 (5 each side) Connecting Pin with Safety Pins (Qty 2 each box) Handling Pendants and Links (stored on tray) 6A * Pin with Cotter Pin (Qty 4)
3. Make sure all of the counterweight boxes are pinned to Refer to the Counterweight Arrangement Chart in the the tray and to each other with connecting pins (5). Make Capacity Chart Manual for counterweight requirements. sure the safety pins are installed. Manitowoc 4-39 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL 50 mm (2 in) View C View B View A 859 mm (34 in) 1,227 mm (48 in) Item Description Boom Butt at 87° Boom Stop Spring Compressed (Qty 2) Boom Stop Outer Tube (Qty 2) Boom Stop Inner Tube (Qty 2) Hold-Back Pin with Safety Pin (Qty 2) Crane Counterweight...
(4, View A) at the the engine for any reason during the procedure. approximate dimension given. 5. The adjustable handling links (5, View B) must be toward the rear. Continued on next page. Manitowoc 4-41 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Item Description Crane Counterweight Handling Pendant (Qty 4) Handling Link (Qty 2) Pendant Pin with Safety Pin (Qty 4) Adjustable Handling Link (Qty 2) Front Handling Link (Qty 2) View A View C NOTE Larger radius corresponds to longer distance between holes.
Be sure to pin both pendants to the (3). same holes, or the crane counterweight will lift out of level from side to side. At this point: Continued on next page. Manitowoc 4-43 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View D View E Item Description Crane Counterweight Counterweight Pin (Qty 2) Pad (Qty 2) Arrow Alignment Decal Handling Pendant (Qty 4) Handling Link (Qty 2) Pendant Pin with Cotter Pin (Qty 4) View F Figure 4-32 Install Crane Counterweight (continued) 12.
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Boom Butt at 87° Boom Stop Spring Compressed (Qty 2) Boom Stop Outer Tube (Qty 2) Boom Stop Inner Tube (Qty 2) Hold-Back Pin with Safety Pin (Qty 2) Storage Holes Working Holes Figure 4-33 Manitowoc 4-45 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Item Description Blocking Under Boom Top Stands Synthetic Lifting Slings (Owner Furnished) Boom Insert Top Connectors Blocking—457 mm (18”) B10:350 Boom Top B20:350 Boom Cap Figure 4-34 View C - WORKING View A Item Description Boom Butt Boom Insert...
3. Position the crane so the boom butt (1, View A) is in line 7. Connect the boom straps to the equalizer now, with the boom insert (2). BEFORE CLOSING THE BOOM. See Connect Boom Straps to Equalizer on page 4-49. Manitowoc 4-47 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View B Item Description View C Boom Hoist Wire Rope Equalizer Equalizer Rails Tie-Back Pin with Collar and Safety Pin (Qty 2) Strap Storage Pin with Safety Pins (Qty 2) Pin with Collar, Clevis Pin and Cotter Pin (Qty 2) Equalizer Link (Qty 4) (496 mm [19.5 in]) Link Storage Pin with Hair-Pin Cotter (Qty 2) Strap (Qty 2)
Select and confirm the required Crane Configuration and • The pins are stored in holders on the boom insert. capacity chart in the RCL/RCI display. Item Description Boom Butt Boom Insert Connector Pin with Safety Pins Stored Working Figure 4-37 Manitowoc 4-49 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View B: Electric Cables in B20:350 Boom Cap View A: Electric Cables in B10:350 Boom Top View C: Camera Cable Stored in Boom Butt View E View D: Boom Cable Stored in Boom Butt Figure 4-38 4-50 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
(1) to the boom top/cap connector (3). 8. Connect the strain relief on the boom extension cable (1, View A) to the carabiner (14) in the boom top/cap. Manitowoc 4-51 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL B20:350 Boom Cap View D — RIGHT View E — WRONG View C View A (1-3 places) View B B10:350 Boom Top Figure 4-40 4-52 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
4. Make sure the locking flag is stored in each limit switch in View E. as shown in View E, Figure 4-42 on page 4-56. Install Boom Top Camera (option) The following procedure applies to the B10:350 boom top Manitowoc 4-53 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View F View E View A View B View C View D Figure 4-41 4-54 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
1. Remove the camera (18, View F, Figure 4-41.) from 4. Make sure the locking flag is stored in the limit switch as storage in the parts box. shown in View E, Figure 4-42 on page 4-56. Manitowoc 4-55 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Item Description Limit Switch (block-up limit) Locking Flag Actuator Cable Block-Up Limit Chain Figure 4-42 4-56 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
Attaching the shorting plug to the electric cable. Figure 4-42. This will allow the limit switch to be removed and stored in the tool box. To DEACTIVATE a limit switch, proceed as follows: Manitowoc 4-57 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Item Description B10:350 Lower Boom Point B20:350 Boom Point Upper Boom Point Dead-End Link (far side) Button Socket with Pin Block-Up Limit Components (switch on far side) Dead-End Link Block-Up Limit Components (switch on this side) Hook-and-Weight Ball: 15 t (16.5 USt) Load Block: See Boom Rigging Drawing for Options Fixed Jib Point...
4-43) after the boom (and jib, if equipped) is raised to a convenient height. See Boom Raising Procedure on page 4-76. 5. Be sure to route the load lines through the block-up limit weights. See Install Boom Block-Up Limit Components Manitowoc 4-59 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
View B Boom or Jib Number Manitowoc Part Number Manitowoc Manufacturing Code Chord Identification Pendant Diameter Length Manitowoc Purchase Order Number Wire Rope Type Set Number Manufacturer’s Number Aluminum Tag (if equipped) Strap or Link Part Number View C Figure 4-45 View D BOOM AND JIB RIGGING —...
Rigging Drawing at the end of this section. Figure 4-25 on page 4-32 for Boom Handling Figure 4-26 on page 4-33 for Jib Handling See Boom Rigging Drawing Boom Handling with Equalizer Pinned to Boom Butt Figure 4-46 Manitowoc 4-61 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View B View A View C View D Item Description Insert: 3m, 6m, or 12 m Blocking: 203 mm (8 in) high for B10:350 Boom Blocking: 546 mm (21.5 in) high for B20:350 Boom Top Connector Bottom Connector View E...
3. Rotate the wire rope guide (9) to the working position Orient the connector pins so the safety pins can be and install pins (8). installed vertically as shown. 4. Disconnect the lifting sling. Manitowoc 4-63 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View A — STORED View B — WORKING View E View C — STORED Item Description Storage Pin with Safety Pins Storage Bracket Pin with Collar, Clevis Pins, and Cotter Pins Boom Strap Strap Links Pin with Collar, Clevis Pins, and Cotter Pins Strap Links (B20:350 Boom Cap) Intermediate Suspension Pendant (Qty 2)
Remove the pins (3, View C), the collars, and the (4), long tapered end to inside, with the safety pins. strap links (5) from the ends of the boom straps (4). NOTE The upper boom point must be removed for jib installation. Manitowoc 4-65 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Item Item Description Description U-Bolt with Flat Washers, Lock U-Bolt with Flat Washers, Lock Washers, and Nuts (Qty 4) Washers, and Nuts (Qty 4) Tagline Assembly Tagline Assembly Boom Insert Boom Insert Figure 4-50 Install Optional Tagline Complete Boom/Crane Assembly Figure...
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MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL SETUP AND INSTALLATION Item Description Jib Stop Jib Shipping Package Jib Butt Jib Strut Backstay Links and Spreader Jib Top Figure 4-51 Manitowoc 4-67 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View B View A View C View E View D View F View G View H Figure 4-52 4-68 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
13. Install the bottom connecting pins (9, View D). 2. Attach lifting slings from the assist crane to the jib 14. Disconnect the lifting slings. backstay spreader (7, View A). 15. Repeat the above steps for any remaining jib inserts. Manitowoc 4-69 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Item Description Basic Jib Pendant (Qty 2) Pendant Pin with Cotter Pin Jib Top Insert Pendant: 2,9 m (9 ft 6 in) and 5,8 m (19 ft) Qty 2 each insert Jib Strut Link (Qty 2) View A View B Figure 4-53...
Offset pendants (5) for a 25° offset The jib pendants are furnished in matched sets of two and must be installed in matched sets — the 2. Pin the backstay links (3) to the lugs on the boom insert. Manitowoc 4-71 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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2. Connect the backstay pendants (2) to the required links/ pendants shown in Figure 4-54 on page 4-70). Slowly lift the strut over-center with the assist crane. 3. Disconnect the lifting slings and remove the forklift. Manitowoc 4-73 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View A STORED View B ENGAGED View C View D 5° offset Item Description View E 15° offset Jib Butt Jib Strut 25° offset Jib Stop Assembly Pin with Safety Pins (Qty 2) Jib Stop Safety Pin (Qty 2) Storage Lugs (Qty 2) Pin with Cotter Pins (Qty 2) Offset Pin with Safety Pins (Qty 2)
4. Attach the jib stop assembly (3) to the lugs on the boom top using the pins (7, View C). 5. Set the jib stop length (View D): Remove the offset pins (8). Manitowoc 4-75 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL RAISE BOOM Have an assistant watch the boom straps as the boom rises. Pre-Raising Checks b. Also watch the intermediate suspension pendants, if equipped. Perform the following checks before raising the boom and jib: Signal the operator to STOP raising the boom if the straps (or pendants) get caught on the boom ...
View A View B Item Description Synthetic Tie-Down Wrapped Over Boom Chord Chain Tie-Down Wrapped Over Boom Chord Protective Covering (section of rubber tire) Figure 4-58 Manitowoc 4-77 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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Figure 4-59 Store the electric cables on the boom butt as shown on page 4-80. Figure 4-38 on page 4-50. Manitowoc 4-79 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Item Description Boom Hoist Wire Rope Equalizer Equalizer Rails Tie-Back Pin with Collar and Safety Pin (Qty 2) View B Strap Storage Pin with Safety Pins (Qty 2) Pin with Collar, Clevis Pin and Cotter Pin (Qty 2) View C Equalizer Link (Qty 4) (496 mm [19.5 in]) Strap (Qty 2)
A pry bar hole (A, View E) is provided in the equalizer. Pry against beam (B) and slots (C). Manitowoc 4-81 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View B View A View C Figure 4-60 Item Description Boom Butt Boom Insert Bottom Connector Pin (Qty 2) Dead-End Link Blocking: 457 mm (18 in) high for B10:350 Boom Blocking: 546 mm (21.5 in) high for B20:350 Boom B10:350 Boom Top B20:350 Boom Cap Stored...
(5a or 5b, View C) under the bottom chords of the insert (2). The blocking is required to prevent the boom butt stands from contacting the ground when lowering the boom sections. Manitowoc 4-83 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Item Description Boom Hoist Wire Rope Equalizer Equalizer Rails Tie-Back Pin with Collar and Safety Pin (Qty 2) Strap Storage Pin with Safety Pins (Qty 2) Pin with Collar, Clevis Pin and Cotter Pin (Qty 2) Equalizer Link (Qty 4) Link Storage Pin with Hair-Pin Cotter (Qty 2) Strap (Qty 2)
2. Remove the top connector pins (12, View C). 3. Store the pins in the holders on the boom insert. 4. Travel the crane in reverse, away from the boom sections. Manitowoc 4-85 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Item Description Blocking Under Boom Top Stands Synthetic Lifting Slings (Owner Furnished) Boom Insert Top Connectors Blocking: 457 mm (18 in) high for B10:350 Boom Blocking: 546 mm (21.5 in) high for B20:350 Boom Dead-End Link B10:350 Boom Top B20:350 Boom Cap...
5. Take care not to damage the dead-end link (5) while lowering the boom inserts during the next step. 6. Lower the inserts onto the blocking. 7. Remove the lifting slings. Install Chain Lifting Sling Install Chain Lifting Sling on page 4-23. Manitowoc 4-87 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL 50mm (2 in) View B View A View C View D View E Figure 4-63 4-88 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
7. Slowly raise the gantry (boom up using the Drum 4 thumbwheel on the remote control) until the handling pendants are tight. Continued on next page. Manitowoc 4-89 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View B View C View A Item Description Boom Butt Boom Stop (Qty 2) Boom Stop Outer Tube (Qty 2) Boom Stop Inner Tube (Qty 2) Hold-Back Pin with Safety Pin (qty 2) Gantry Handling Pendant (Qty 4) Handling Link (Qty 2) Pendant Pin with Cotter Pin (Qty 4)
Lower the Handrails on the left enclosure. Reverse the steps 18. Fully raise the gantry (4, View D) (boom up using the under the topic Raise Handrails on page 4-17. Drum 4 thumbwheel on the remote control) until the Manitowoc 4-91 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View A Item Description Chain Lifting Sling Self-Erect Hook Block Carbody Counterweight (2) Trailer Pin with Hair-Pin Cotters (4) Hooked Lug (4) View B Figure 4-65 4-92 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
10. Store the pins (5, View B) in the hooked lugs on the removing the carbody counterweight. carbody. 11. Repeat the above steps for the other carbody 1. Attach the chain lifting sling (1, View A) to the self-erect counterweight. hook block (2). Manitowoc 4-93 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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Boom Sections page 4-36) has three lifting lugs. All boom sections have lifting lugs as shown in Figure 4-25 Use the Manitowoc supplied chain lifting sling (Figure 4-4 on on page 4-32. page 4-5) to handle the crane and carbody counterweight boxes and tray.
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Item Description Safety Pin Jack Pad (4 places) Locking Pin Carbody Jack Jack Handle (Qty 2 each jack) Locking Pin with Safety Pin U-Shaped Locking Pin View A View B View C View E View D Figure 4-66 4-96...
13. Fasten the jack pads (2, View E) to the cylinder rods locking pin. using the U-shaped locking pins (7). 6. Grasp the jack handles (5, View C) and remove the locking pin (6). Manitowoc 4-97 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View A View B Item Description View C First Crawler View D Second Crawler On Ground Chain Lifting Sling Self-Erect Hook Block Lifting Lug Lifting Link (Qty 2) Locking Pin with Hair-Pin Cotters (Qty 2) Crawler Pin (Qty 2) Alignment Pin (Qty 2) Alignment Saddle (Qty 4)
6. Attach the hooks from the chain lifting sling (3, View A) to the lifting lug (5) on the inboard side of the crawler and to the lifting links (6) on the outboard side of the crawler. Manitowoc 4-99 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View A View B Item Description Second Crawler Carbody Jack (Qty 2) Trailer 660 mm (26 in) Max Radius (see Liftcrane Boom Butt Handling Capacity Chart at end of this section) View C Figure 4-68 4-100 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
Do not exceed the radius (R) given in the Liftcrane Boom Butt Handling Capacities chart at the end of this section. • Do not exceed the swing limits given in Figure 4-8 on page 4-11 Manitowoc 4-101 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Item Description Trailer or Forklift Parts Box Self-Erect Hook Block Chain Lifting Sling Figure 4-69 Item Description Trailer Self-Erect Hook Block Boom Butt Sheaves Load Line Drum 2 Button Socket Figure 4-70 4-102 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
If the load drum is operated with the boom butt at too low of an angle, the wire rope and the rope guard on the sheave can be damaged. Manitowoc 4-103 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Item Description Carbody Jack (Qty 4) Trailer 1,17 m 3 ft 10 in) Figure 4-71 Item Description Boom Butt Load Line Tie-Back Hole Gantry Cylinders Gantry View A Figure 4-72 4-104 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
8. Secure the crane to the carbody. See Shipping Crane onto the boom hoist drum. Components on page 4-77. 2. The load line (2, View A) can be stored using either of the following options: Manitowoc 4-105 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View B View A View C View E View D Item Description Jack Pad U-Shaped Locking Pin Locking Pin with Safety Pin Jack Handle (Qty 2 each jack) Carbody Jack Safety Pin Locking Pin Figure 4-73 4-106 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
To store the crane platforms, reverse the steps for Deploy position (View D). Crane Platforms on page 4-13. Reinstall the locking pin (7, View C) and the safety pin (6) to lock the carbody jack in place. Manitowoc 4-107 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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Install Intermediate Suspension Pendants Figure 4-25 on page 4-32 for handling the boom on page 4-65. sections. • Optional tagline (reverse the steps for Install Optional Tagline on page 4-66) Shipping Crane Components on page 4-77. Manitowoc 4-109 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View A STORED View B ENGAGED View C View D 5° offset Item Description View E 15° offset Jib Butt Jib Strut 25° offset Jib Stop Assembly Pin with Safety Pins (Qty 2) Jib Stop Safety Pin (Qty 2) Storage Lugs (Qty 2) Pin with Cotter Pins (Qty 2) Offset Pin with Safety Pins (Qty 2)
6. Store the pins (7, Figure 4-75) in the jib stop holes. 6. Disconnect the jib extension cable (Figure 4-41 on page 4-54) from the boom top and the jib top. Manitowoc 4-111 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View A View B View E View C View D Item Description Jib Strut Backstay Pendant (Qty 2) Jib Point Backstay Links/Pendants Backstay Spreader and Links Pendant Pin with Cotter Pin Basic Pendant (Qty 2) Insert Pendant: 2,9 m (9 ft 6 in) and 5,8 m (19 ft) Qty 2 each insert Figure 4-76 4-112...
Lower the jib point (3, View B) to the ground and 5. Coil the pendants for shipping and install them on the disconnect the assist crane/forklift. trailer. See Shipping Crane Components on page 4-77. Manitowoc 4-113 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL View B View A View C View E View D View F View G View H Figure 4-77 4-114 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
4. Lift the jib package onto a trailer. See Shipping Crane Remove Jib Inserts Components on page 4-77. Figure 4-77. 5. Disconnect the lifting slings. NOTE Disregard this step if no jib inserts are installed. Manitowoc 4-115 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL WIRE ROPE INSTALLATION Seizings NOTE The wire rope manufacturer’s recommendations take Wire Rope Type Required precedence over the following information. Preformed Wire Rope Specifications Non-preformed See the Wire Rope Specifications Chart in the Capacity Place the free end of the seizing wire in the valley between Chart Manual for the correct type, size, and amount of wire two strands.
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“A” on the outside of the drum flange. The rope protrusion “B” must be at Securely tighten the least twice the wire rope’s diameter. clamp screws to 207 Nm (150 ft-lb). Loosen the clamp screws. Figure 4-80 Manitowoc 4-117 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL 1. Remove the wire rope from the shipping reel: Mount the wire rope shipping reel (1, Figure 4-81) on a shaft (2) supported at both ends by jacks (3) or blocks. b. Provide a brake at the shipping reel so that the wire rope can be wound tightly on the drum.
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Wraps of first layer tight against drum flanges and each other Wedge Tight against drum flange for 3/4 of diameter Voids and loose wraps in first layer will cause sever wear of wire rope Figure 4-82 Manitowoc 4-119 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL T (Rope Clip Nut Torque) Wire Rope/Clip Size Item Description inch 1-1/8 1-1/4 Seizing (mm) (22,23) (25,4) (28,58) (31,75) Dead End Torque Live End in Straight Line with Socket * ft/lb Socket (kN/m) (0,30) (0,30) (0,30) (0,49)
1. Assemble the wire rope and the wedge to the socket so rope to the dead end, seriously weakening the the live end of the wire rope is in a straight line with the attachment. socket pin hole. Do not assemble WRONG as shown. Manitowoc 4-121 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Item Description Rigging Line Connector Wire Rope with Button Pad Eye No. 1 Pad Eye Item Inch Wire Rope without Button Approximate Capacity 553 kg (1220 lb) 9,65 Shackle 6,35 Rigging Line 22,40 Rope Clips 10,40 13/32 Pull Rigging Line with Winch or Forklift...
If left uncorrected, a wedging action with Figure 4-84. subsequent layers will occur, and the resultant abrasion may General cause broken wires in the dead wraps. Some rotation-resistant wire rope supplied by Manitowoc is Manitowoc 4-123 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Item Description Drum 1: Main Hoist Drum 2: Whip Hoist Drum 3: Auxiliary Hoist (optional) B10:350 Boom Boom Top Guide Sheaves Lower Boom Point Sheaves Upper Boom Point Sheave Route Wire Rope to Lower Boom Point Over this Sheave Route Wire Rope to Upper Boom Point Over this Sheave...
All hardware is stored in the job boxes provided with the crane. Guide Sheaves and Drums Figure 4-86 Figure 4-87 for identification of the load drums, the guide sheaves, and wire rope routing. Manitowoc 4-125 Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL Load Block Identification See the Boom Rigging Drawing at the end of this section for a complete list of load blocks and hook-and-weight balls available for use with this crane. Item Description Hole: 54 mm (2-1/8 in) (Qty 2) Sling (owner furnished) Load Block WARNING...
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MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL LUBRICATION SECTION 5 LUBRICATION LUBRICATION See F2321 at the end of this section. LUBE AND COOLANT PRODUCT GUIDE See the publication at the end of this section. Manitowoc Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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Inspection and Maintenance Checklist ..........6-1 Manitowoc...
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MLC150-1 OPERATOR MANUAL MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST See F2322 at the end of this section. Manitowoc Published 07-28-21, Control # 263-03...
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