Lubrication; Tires; Hoist Rope; Synthetic Hoist Rope - Manitowoc Grove RT530E-2 Operator's Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION
m o t i o n b e t w e e n p i n c h p o i n ts w h e n p e r f o r m i n g
maintenance and to avoid such areas when movement
is possible.
• Do not allow persons to stand near extending or
lowering outriggers. Foot crushing could occur
Before performing any maintenance, service or repairs on
the crane:
• The boom should be fully retracted and lowered and the
load placed on the ground.
• Do not get under a raised boom unless the boom is
blocked up safely. Always block up the boom before
doing any servicing that requires the boom to be raised.
• Stop the engine and disconnect the battery.
• Controls should be properly tagged. Never operate the
crane if it is tagged-out nor attempt to do so until it is
restored to proper operating condition and all tags have
been removed by the person(s) who installed them.
After maintenance or repairs:
• Replace all guards and covers that have been removed.
• Remove all tags, connect the battery, and perform a
function check of all operating controls.
• Consult with Manitowoc Crane Care to determine if load
testing is required after a structural repair is performed.

Lubrication

T h e c r a n e m u s t b e l u b r i c a t e d a c c o r d i n g t o t h e
manufacturer's recommendations for lubrication points, time
intervals, and types. Lubricate at more frequent intervals
when working under severe conditions.
Exercise care when servicing the hydraulic system of the
crane, as pressurized hydraulic oil can cause serious injury.
The following precautions must be taken when servicing the
hydraulic system:
• Follow the manufacturer's recommendations when
adding oil to the system. Mixing the wrong fluids could
destroy seals, causing component failure.
• Be certain all lines, components, and fittings are tight
before resuming operation.
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Tires

Driving the crane with a tire and split-rim assembly under
inflated at 80% or less of its recommended pressure can
cause the wheel and/or tire to fail. Per OSHA Standard
1910.177(f)(2), when a tire has been driven under inflated
at 80% or less of its recommended pressure, it must first
b e c o m pl e t e l y d e f l at e d , r e m o v e d f r o m th e a xl e ,
disassembled, and inspected before re-inflation.
Inspect the tires for nicks, cuts, embedded material, and
abnormal wear.
Ensure all lug nuts are properly torqued.
Ensure pneumatic tires are inflated to the proper pressure
(refer to the Load Chart). When inflating tires, use a tire
gauge, clip-on inflator, and extension hose which will permit
standing clear of the tire while inflating.

HOIST ROPE

Synthetic Hoist Rope

For detailed information concerning synthetic hoist rope,
refer to KZ100 Synthetic Crane Hoist Line Manual P/N
9828100734 available by contacting Manitowoc Crane Care.
During installation and setup, care must be taken to avoid
overlap and crossing of wire rope and synthetic hoist ropes.
Always make daily inspections of the hoist rope, keeping in
mind that all hoist rope will eventually deteriorate to a point
where it is no longer usable. Refuse to work with worn or
damaged hoist rope.
During regular inspections, operator shall ensure that crane
surfaces such as wear pads, sheaves, etc have not been
damaged in a manner that can then damage the synthetic

hoist rope.

NOTE:
Use only the hoist rope specified by Manitowoc as indicated
on the crane's Capacity Chart. Substitution of an alternate
hoist rope may require the use of a different permissible line
pull and, therefore, require different reeving.
NOTE:
Published 5-3-2016, Control # 555-02
RT530E-2 OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING
Possible equipment damage and/or
personal injury!
Example; if usage of a wire rope has cut grooves
with sharp edges in a wear pad, they need to be
addressed before the synthetic hoist rope is used
in that same position.
Hoist rope may be purchased by contacting
Manitowoc Crane Care.