Transporting The Crane; Crane Travel Operation - Manitowoc Grove RT765E-2 Operator's Manual

RT765E-2 OPERATOR MANUAL

Transporting the Crane

CAUTION
Machine Damage Hazard!
Dead end lug not to be used as tie down point for boom
during transportation. Failure to comply may result in
machine damage. When the boom is secured for
transport, boom shall not be constrained. All securement
must allow for reasonable freedom of movement.

Crane Travel Operation

Traveling — General
WARNING
Inadvertent Operation Hazard!
Before traveling, ensure the crane function switch is in the
off position. This will prevent inadvertent operation of
craning functions due to bumping of the controllers while
traveling.
RT machines are subject to the same road regulations as
any truck, regarding gross weight, width, and length
limitations.
Although RT machines are specifically designed for rough
terrain, the operator should be extremely cautious and aware
of the terrain in which he is operating.
WARNING
Tipping Hazard!
Avoid holes, rocks, extremely soft surfaces, and any other
obstacles which might subject the crane to undue
stresses or possible overturn.
Do not drive the crane with the boom off center because
automatic oscillation lockout will occur, making the crane
subject to tipping on uneven surfaces. Center the boom
over the front, turn the Swing Brake Switch to ON and
engage the Turntable Lock Pin (if equipped).
Fully retract the boom and ensure the swingaway jib is
properly stowed and secured.
Grove
OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
Do not travel with an empty hook in a position where it can
swing freely (except where noted). Either remove the
hook block and/or overhaul ball from the hoist cable(s)
and stow securely or make sure the hook block or
overhaul ball is properly secured to the tie down provided
for that purpose.
Do not drive the crane with the lift cylinder bottomed. At a
minimum, position the boom slightly above horizontal.
Fully retract the outrigger jack cylinders and properly store
the floats.
Disengage Main Hydraulic Pump via pump disconnect for
cold weather starting of the engine (Sub-Zero). Pump
must be re-engaged for travel.
Use four-wheel drive only when greater traction is necessary.
(Refer to Four-Wheel Drive Operation, page 3-33 for
operating instructions.)
Grove recommends towing or pulling another vehicle with
the optional pintle hook (if equipped) or by attaching at a
point no higher than the pintle hook height, or severe
damage may occur to the drivetrain.
Do not tow or pull by attaching to the tie-down lugs unless
the attaching point is no higher than the pintle hook
height.
Use four-wheel drive when greater traction is necessary
to avoid severe damage to the drivetrain.
Should the crane become mired down, use a tow truck or
tractor to free the vehicle. Severe damage to the
drivetrain may occur if the operator attempts to free the
crane unassisted.
• Use four-wheel drive only when greater traction is
necessary. (Refer to Four-Wheel Drive Operation, page
3-33 for operating instructions.)
• Ensure the outrigger beams and jack cylinders are fully
retracted with the floats properly stowed.
• Conduct all travel with the assistance of a ground person
to warn the operator of any changing conditions in the
terrain being traversed.
The owner/lessee must take appropriate measures to
ensure that all persons operating or working with the affected
m o d e l s a r e i n c o m p l i a n c e w i t h G r o v e U . S . L . L . C .
recommendations. The operator of the crane assumes
responsibility for determining the suitability of traveling
Published 4-09-2021, Control # 364-11
CAUTION
Machine Damage Hazard!
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