Manitowoc Grove RT540E Operator's Manual page 130

SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
14. Replace pin assembly in turntable counterweight
mounting lugs.
15. Move counterweight far enough from crane to allow the
turntable/superstructure to clear during repositioning.
16. Rotate superstructure to the normal travel position.
Counterweight Installation
1. Fully extend and set the outriggers.
2. Rotate the superstructure so the counterweight will be
over the front of the carrier to gain additional clearance.
3. Shut down crane.
4. Remove and cap hydraulic lines from auxiliary hoist (if
installed).
CAUTION
When lifting/handling the counterweight, keep the chains/
straps vertical to minimize side pull on the lifting lugs.
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NOTE:
NOTE:
5. Attach an adequate lifting device to the counterweight
and
superstructure, aligning the mounting holes on the
counterweight to the holes in the superstructure.
6. Install the counterweight primary retainer pin assemblies
(2) and secure them in place. Note: With cast
counterweight
assemblies (6).
7. Remove the lifting device from the counterweight.
8. Using the four counterweight leveling capscrews (3),
level the counterweight and eliminate any relative
movement between the counterweight and turntable.
Maximum width of counterweight shall not exceed 6.0
mm (0.25 in) out of level with the turntable bearing when
measured from either counterweight outer edge.
Published 01-15-2016, Control # 526-01
RT540E OPERATOR MANUAL
The counterweight weighs approximately 4300 kg
(9490 lb).
Use of a forklift to remove/install the fixed
counterweight is not recommended.
lift the counterweight
re-install the
into place on the
two redundant pin