Manitowoc Grove RT530E-2 Operator's Manual page 134

SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
Item
1 Counterweight
2 Primary Retainer Pin Assembly
3 Leveling Capscrews
4 Turntable
5 Grill (not on cast counterweight)
1. Fully extend and set the outriggers.
2. Rotate the superstructure so the counterweight is over
the front of the carrier to gain additional clearance.
Engaging the pin type turntable lock will aid alignment.
NOTE: The counterweight weighs approximately 3817 kg
(8416 lb).
3. Lower and fully retract the boom.
4. Shut down crane.
5. Remove and cap hydraulic lines from auxiliary hoist (if
installed).
NOTE: Attach an adequate
counterweight. NOTE: For cast counterweight
configurations (Figure 4-16), remove polyurethane
plugs from the two upper threaded inserts (7)
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before inserting eyebolts (two 1-1⁄4 X 7UNC
eyebolts are needed.)
6. Ensure the four counterweight leveling capscrews (3)
are set for maximum clearance with the turntable.
7. For cast counterweight; remove the redundant pin
assembly (6) prior to removing the primary retainer pin
assembly (2).
8. Slowly raise counterweight until primary retainer pin
assembly (2) can be removed by pushing and turning
the pin.
9. Remove primary retainer pin assembly (2) from opposite
side.
10. Lower counterweight until attaching lugs are clear of the
turntable.
11. Back counterweight away from turntable until it is clear
of crane.
12. Replace primary retainer pin assembly (2) in turntable
counterweight mounting lugs.
13. Move counterweight far enough from crane to allow the
turntable/superstructure to clear during repositioning.
the
14. Rotate superstructure to the normal travel position.
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3
6
4
2
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FIGURE 4-16