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OWNERS MANUAL 2003 SERIES REVISION 2/2000 PART NO. 999951 SERIAL NO. __________________________ PO BOX 580697, TULSA, OK 74158-0697 4707 N. MINGO ROAD, TULSA, OK 74117-5904 PHONE (918) 836-0463 FAX (918) 834-5979 http://www.autocrane.com...
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The boom can fail far below its rated capacity. v weld, modify, or use unauthorized components on any Auto Crane unit! This will void any warranty or liability. Also failure of the crane may result.
Auto Crane has incorporated several safety features bring a local distributor, a regional sales manager, or a in the 2003 series for your protection. The material and factory serviceman into the solution of an equipment electrical systems were designed to minimize weight problem.
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 2003 SERIES DIMENSIONS CABLE Width: 19.0 in (.48 m) 50 ft (15.2 m) of 1/4 in diameter aircraft quality cable is standard. This cable has a single line Height: 21.0 in (.53 m) breaking strength of 7,000 lbs (3,175 kg).
Switch on that will cause unsafe operating conditions! 15. ALWAYS store outriggers before road travel. WARNING! Auto Crane Company remote controlled, stiff boom cranes are not designed or intended to be used for any applications involving the lifting or moving of personnel.
37. Store pendant control on proper location (in cab or on park for automatic transmissions). Activate any crane crane). power switches. For Auto Crane units requiring battery and hydraulic operation, engage emergency 38. Return outriggers to stowed position. Make sure they...
QUALIFICATIONS FOR AND CONDUCT OF OPERATORS AND OPERATING PRACTICES OPERATORS 7 Operators and operator trainees should have normal depth perception, coordination, and no tendencies to dizziness or similar undesirable characteristics. 1 Crane operation shall be limited to personnel with the following minimum qualifications: 8 In addition to the above listed requirements, the A.
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QUALIFICATIONS FOR AND CONDUCT OF OPERATORS AND OPERATING PRACTICES B. land the suspended load and boom, if practical. F. During lifting care shall be taken that: 1. there is no sudden acceleration or 15 The operator shall be familiar with the equipment deceleration of the moving load.
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QUALIFICATIONS FOR AND CONDUCT OF OPERATORS AND OPERATING PRACTICES MISCELLANEOUS 25 In transit with no load and boom lowered the clearance shall be specified in Table 1. OPERATING NEAR ELECTRICAL POWER 26 A qualified signalperson shall be assigned to observe LINES the clearance and give warning before approaching the above limits.
INSPECTION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE GENERAL G. electrical apparatus for malfunctioning, signs of INSPECTION CLASSIFICATION excessive deterioration, dirt and moisture accumula- tion 27 Initial inspection. Prior to initial use, all new, altered, modified or extensively repaired cranes shall be H. hydraulic system for proper oil level and leaks daily inspected by a designated person to insure compli- I.
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INSPECTION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE GENERAL elements in contact or otherwise protect the necessary to determine origin of the problem before components corrective action can be taken. 39 Hydraulic and pneumatic pumps and motors 43 Labels are to be in place and legible. inspection.
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INSPECTION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE GENERAL tested by or under the direction of an A. functional operating mechanism appointed person. B. safety devices C. control systems 48 Test loads shall not exceed 110% of the manufac- turer's load ratings. 55 Repairs or replacements shall be provided as needed for operation.
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INSPECTION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE GENERAL 3. broken or cut strands; 1. sections in contact with saddles, equalizer sheaves, or other sheaves where rope travel 4. number, distribution and type of visible is limited broken wires. When such damage is discovered, the rope shall either be 2.
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INSPECTION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE GENERAL G. In standing ropes, more than two broken wires in 65 Before cutting a rope, seizing shall be placed on each one lay in sections beyond end connections or more side of the place where the rope is to be cut to prevent than one broken wire at an end connection.
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MAINTENANCE OF BATTERIES Maintenance of Auto Crane unit batteries differs very Keep Properly Filled with Water little from the generally prescribed maintenance of any lead acid battery. All batteries must be kept properly The battery should always be properly filled with water.
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MAINTENANCE OF BATTERIES Low Maintenance Batteries should be attempted for an extended time. This usually will recover a badly sulfated battery. (Maintenance Free) Replacing a Battery Low maintenance batteries should not be used on Auto Cranes or trucks equipped with Auto Cranes. If it is necessary to replace a battery, and a dry charge The batteries are not designed for "deep"...
SAFETY DECAL SECTION PART NO.: 040517 DECAL: STAY CLEAR OF BOOM FUNCTION: To inform the operator of the hazard of proximity or contact with the crane boom during operation. QUANTITY Both sides of upper boom PLACEMENT (see page 5-3.0.0, Item 1) FIG.
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SAFETY DECAL SECTION PART NO.: 040529 QUANTITY DECAL: ELECTROCUTION HAZARD Lower boom PLACEMENT FUNCTION: To inform the operator of the (see page 5-3.0.0, Item 10) hazard involved with contacting electrical power lines with crane boom. FIG. SD-4. PART NO.: 040579 DECAL: OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FUNCTION:...
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DECAL DRAWING 9' BOOM - 2003 SERIES ITEM DESCRIPTION 040517 STAY CLEAR DECAL 600006 LOAD CHART 9' BOOM DECAL (see page 13-1.0.0) 330967 2003 DECAL 320318 ANGLE IND DECAL 040579 WORK RULES DECAL 040518 STAY CLEAR DECAL 600047 AUTO CRANE DECAL...
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DECAL DRAWING 14' BOOM - 2003 SERIES ITEM DESCRIPTION 040517 STAY CLEAR DECAL 600084 LOAD CHART 9' BOOM DECAL (see page 13-2.0.0) 330967 2003 DECAL 320318 ANGLE IND DECAL 040579 WORK RULES DECAL 040518 STAY CLEAR DECAL 600047 AUTO CRANE DECAL...
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9' BOOM GENERAL DIMENSIONS P/N 600000-009 - 2003 SERIES 6-1.0.0 AW631 3/98...
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14' BOOM GENERAL DIMENSIONS P/N 600000-014 - 2003 SERIES 6-2.0.0 AW632 3/98...
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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2003 SERIES NOTE: For mounting bolt hole pattern - see page 6-1.0.0. INSTALLATION - BATTERY CABLE 1. Drill 13/16" hole in floor. Install bushing, which is connected to cable, so it fits hole snug. 2. Run cable to positive battery terminal. Connect black cable to negative battery terminal or suitable chassis ground point.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS To Extend: Turn Brake Handle counter clock-wise to release brake and turn boom to a convenient location for extending boom. Tighten Brake by turning Brake Handle clock-wise. Use pendant control to let out more cable for boom extension. Remove Boom Extension Pin (2) in Lower Boom (3).
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LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 2003 CRANE WEEKLY MONTHLY DAILY 6 MONTHS 1 YEAR SERVICE NOTES PERFORMED LOAD HOOK INSPECT HOOK & LATCH FOR DEFOR- MATION, CRACKS, & CORROSION MAKE SURE CABLE IS WOUND EVENLY CABLE DRUM ON DRUM CHECK FOR FLATTENING, KINKS, & HOIST CABLE BROKEN STRANDS, SEE MANUAL MOUNTING BOLTS...
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{ Once a bolt has been torqued to its rated capacity and then removed; the bolt should be replaced with a new one. { Auto Crane Company recommends that this crane be serviced per “Crane Inspection Log” P/N 999978. These logs should be filled in at the intervals noted and kept as a permanent record. Additional copies are available from your local distributor.
Avoid abrasive action and contact with sharp corner. • Frequency of use. Auto Crane units, up to 2,400 pound ratings use 3/16 inch diameter galvanized pre-formed 7 x 19 aircraft cable. This cable has a working strength, when new, of 4,200 pounds.
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AUTOMATIC SAFETY BRAKE ASSEMBLY (OIL COOLED) HOIST 2003 SERIES ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS: Winch has right hand worm and gear. Cable spools over drum. Use number one slots for brake balls(7) in cam plate(2). Install brake hub(5) through brake housing(4) on winch worm with key.
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POWER CABLE ASSEMBLY 2003 SERIES P/N 600016 Included in Power Cable Assembly - P/N 600016. ITEM DESCRIPTION 669200 FEMALE TWECO CONNECTOR 600015 TWECO BRACKET 330258 TWECO POWER CONDUCTOR 002900 SCREW SOC HD 1/4 NC x 3/8 GR8 669300 MALE TWECO CONNECTOR 341219 CONDUCTOR 600V x 29"...
JACK LEG ASSEMBLY 2003 SERIES Note: These jack legs all use the standard jack leg toggles & sleeves. SMALL JACK LEGS JACK LEG ASSY LEG w/ BASE LENGTH 700320 **200454 14" 700321 200255 15" 700322 200456 16" 700323 200457 17"...
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WIRING DIAGRAM 2003 SERIES ITEMS 3, AND 5-9 ARE INCLUDED IN ITEM 10. ITEM DESCRIPTION 330519 HOIST CONTROL PENDANT 330517 FEMALE SOCKET 600016 POWER CABLE ASSEMBLY (see page 10-6.0.0 622323 CONDUCTOR 6GA 600V BLACK x 26" 622327 CONDUCTOR 6GA 600V BLACK x 28"...
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WIRING DIAGRAM W/LOAD SENSOR 2003 SERIES ITEMS 3, AND 5-9 ARE INCLUDED IN ITEM 10. ITEM DESCRIPTION 330519 HOIST CONTROL PENDANT 330517 FEMALE SOCKET 600016 POWER CABLE ASSEMBLY (see page 10-6.0.0 622323 CONDUCTOR 6GA 600V BLACK x 26" 622327 CONDUCTOR 6GA 600V BLACK x 28"...
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TROUBLESHOOTING 2003 PROBLEM CAUSE/SOLUTION CAUSE: CRANE WILL NOT HOIST UP. Bad relay, crane not grounded properly, or power cable not connected to 12V power source. Bad switch in pendant, broken wire in pendant CRANE WILL NOT HOIST DOWN. connector, pendant not plugged together properly, wire on relay not in proper place or lead wires to motor not connected properly.
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TROUBLESHOOTING 2003 should let relay return to its normal position. Using HOW TO CHECK RELAY: your ohm meter or test light again, check the relay Our relays are normally closed across the bottom posts across posts (A & B). If relay is working correctly, you (C &...
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LOAD CHART FOR 9' BOOM 2003 SERIES - P/N 600006 HORIZONTAL REACH IN FEET CAPACITY IN POUNDS AW600006 2/98 13-1.0.0...
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LOAD CHART FOR 14' BOOM 2003 SERIES - P/N 600084 HORIZONTAL REACH IN FEET CAPACITY IN POUNDS AW600084 2/98 13-2.0.0...
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