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OPERATOR'S
AND
SAFETY
HANDBOOK
RT 9000E SERIES
CRANE
PART NUMBER: 6-828-100003
REVISED: JUNE, 2003
REVISED: NOVEMBER, 2003

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR’S SAFETY HANDBOOK RT 9000E SERIES CRANE PART NUMBER: 6-828-100003 REVISED: JUNE, 2003 REVISED: NOVEMBER, 2003...
  • Page 3 NOTICE TO OWNER/USER Should this crane become involved in an accident, please contact your local Grove distributor immediately and relate details of the incident so he can notify Grove Worldwide. If the distributor is unknown and/or cannot be reached, please contact: Grove Worldwide Product Safety &...
  • Page 4 Grove remains committed to providing reliable products that enable users and operators to safely lift and position loads. Grove has been an industry leader in the incorporation of operational aids into the design of its cranes. Federal law requires that cranes be properly maintained and kept in good working condition. The manuals that Grove provides that are specific for each crane and the manufacturer’s manuals for the operational aids shall be followed.
  • Page 5 When a level indicator is inoperative or malfunctioning, other means shall be used to level the crane. The definitions of DANGER, CAUTION, and NOTE as used in this manual apply as follows. DANGER A DANGER IS USED TO EMPHASIZE THAT IF AN OPERATION, PROCEDURE, OR PRACTICE IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, DEATH OR INJURY TO PERSONNEL MAY RESULT.
  • Page 6 NOTES...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Section 1 - INTRODUCTION GENERAL ................1-1 NOISE VIBRATION TEST RESULTS .
  • Page 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONTINUED) Page Fan Control Switch ..............3-4 Park Brake Control Switch .
  • Page 9 TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONTINUED) Page Fire Extinguisher ............... . 3-9 Boom Lift Control Lever.
  • Page 10 TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONTINUED) Page CRANE TRAVEL OPERATION ..............4-4 Traveling - General .
  • Page 11 TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONTINUED) Page WIRE ROPE LUBRICATION ..............5-9 Section 6 - SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES GENERAL .
  • Page 12 LIST OF FIGURES Page Basic Nomenclature ................1-2 Cab Controls and Indicators .

  • Page 13: Section 1 - Introduction

    82.5 dBA maximum when measured at This Handbook provides important information for the 114.4dBa(A) according to the directives 79/113/ operator of the Model RT9000E Series Grove Crane. EEC and Kebomatief 27 and 93.0 dBA with open cab operation.

  • Page 14: Basic Nomenclature

    INTRODUCTION RT9000E Spotlight Counterweight Work Light Valve Cover Outrigger Float Outrigger Jack Outrigger Jack Steps Cylinder Cylinder 6018-1 Outrigger Float Boom Nose Swingaway Sheaves Nose Boom Auxiliary Hoist Pivot Lift Cylinder Main Counterweight Hoist Swingaway Auxiliary Boom Outrigger Jack Nose Cylinder Hydraulic/Transmission Oil Cooler...
  • Page 15 RT9000E INTRODUCTION Counterweight Boom Main Swingaway Auxiliary Swingaway Hoist Extension Hydraulic Tank Hoist Extension Work Light Conditioning Spotlight Components 6018-3 Windshield Washer Fluid Container Auxiliary Hoist Air Conditioning Components Main Hoist Boom Boom Lift Cylinder Counter- Sheaves weight Boom Pivot Auxiliary Boom Nose Fuel Tank...
  • Page 16 INTRODUCTION RT9000E NOTES...

  • Page 17: Section 2: Safety Precautions

    Should the distributor not be immediately avail- NOTE able, contact should be made directly with Grove World- wide Customer Support. The crane must not be returned Illustrations have been included in this...

  • Page 18: Operator's Qualifications

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT9000E OPERATOR’S QUALIFICATIONS CRANE STABILITY/STRUCTURAL STRENGTH To avoid death or serious injury, ensure that the crane is on a firm surface with load and crane’s configuration within capacity as shown on the crane’s Load Chart and notes. Do not lift loads unless the outriggers are properly extended and the crane leveled.

  • Page 19: Load Charts

    RT9000E SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TIPPING HAZARD TO AVOID DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY: Never handle personnel with this machine To avoid death or serious injury, unless the requirements of the applicable ensure load and crane’s configuration national, state and local regulations and safety are within capacity as shown on codes are met.

  • Page 20: Work Site

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT9000E should be a part of your routine planning and operation. If the boom extension or auxiliary boom nose is to be Actual loads, including necessary allowances, should be used, you must ensure that the cable for the LMI system kept below the capacity shown on the applicable Load is properly connected at the junction box located on the Chart.

  • Page 21: Wind Velocity Chart

    Be sure the hoist line is vertical before lifting. Do not cause a loss of control in handling the load. Grove rec- subject the crane to side loading. A side load can tip the ommends if the wind speed (velocity) is between 32 km/ crane or cause it to fail structurally.

  • Page 22: Counterweight

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT9000E Always use enough parts-of-line to accommodate the Be certain cranes are of adequate lifting capacity. load to be lifted. Lifting with too few parts-of-line can Calculate the amount of weight to be lifted by each result in failure of the wire rope. crane and attach slings at the correct points for proper weight distribution.

  • Page 23: Work Area Definition System

    RT9000E SAFETY PRECAUTIONS tor, concentrating on the specific line being used, may The work area definition system is intended as an aid to the operator. It is not a substitute for safe crane operating telescope or lower the boom allowing the other hoist line practices, experience and good operator judgements.

  • Page 24: Set Up And Operation

    Any tag line that is wet or dirty can conduct distances for higher voltages [29CFR1910.180 and electricity. 29CFR1926.550]. Grove recommends keeping cranes DO NOT store materials under power lines or close to twice the minimum distance [e.g., 6 m (20 ft)] as speci- electrical power sources.

  • Page 25: Electrical Contact

    • Some proximity devices will detect only alternat- Grove Worldwide or your local Grove Worldwide distrib- ing current (AC) and not direct current (DC). utor. •...

  • Page 26: Crushing Hazards

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT9000E magnet controls switch prior to connecting or disconnect- ing magnet leads. Use only a non-conductive device when positioning a load. Lower the magnet to the stow- ing area and shut off power before leaving the operator’s cab. CRUSHING HAZARDS Clear all personnel from the outrigger area before extend- ing or retracting the outriggers.

  • Page 27: Personnel Handling

    OSHA regulations 29CFRI910.180 for General Industry and 29CFRI926.550 for Construction. NEVER get on or off a moving crane. Use of a Grove crane to handle personnel is acceptable NEVER allow anyone other than the operator to be on provided: this crane while the machine is operating or traveling.

  • Page 28: Travel Operation

    ROUTINE MAINTENANCE and INSPECTION of this crane’s weight. crane must be performed by a qualified person(s) accord- ing to the recommendations in the Grove Worldwide Crane Maintenance and Inspection Manual. Any ques- If it is necessary to take the crane on a road or highway, check state and local restrictions and regulations.

  • Page 29: Lubrication

    WIRE ROPE maintenance. Stay clear of sheave wheels and holes in crane booms. Use ONLY the wire rope specified by Grove Worldwide as indicated on the crane’s load capacity chart. Substitu- After maintenance or repairs: tion of an alternate wire rope may require the use of a dif- ferent permissible line pull and, therefore, require •...

  • Page 30: Batteries

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT9000E In standing ropes, more than three (3) breaks in one Never overload or shock load a wire rope. Lubricate the rope lay in sections beyond the end connection or wire rope periodically as the lubricant becomes depleted. more than two (2) broken wires at an end connection.

  • Page 31: Engine

    JOB PREPARATION You must inspect the crane prior to your work shift - checking for cracked welds, damaged components, and evidence of improper maintenance (consult Grove Worldwide Maintenance and Inspection Manual). You must ensure that the crane is properly equipped including access steps, covers, doors, guards, and con- trols.

  • Page 32: Working

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT9000E also be pinned when operating from the mid-extend posi- Ensure the wire rope is properly routed on the hook block tion. and boom nose and that all rope guards are in place. Wear appropriate clothing and personal protective equip- USE ENOUGH PARTS OF LINE FOR ALL LIFTS ment whether or not required by local or job regulations.

  • Page 33: Lifting

    RT9000E SAFETY PRECAUTIONS LIFTING Swinging rapidly can cause the load to swing out and increase the load radius. Swing the load slowly. Swing with caution and keep the load lines vertical. Check the hoist brake by raising the load a few inches, stopping the hoist and holding the load.

  • Page 34: Hand Signals

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT9000E HAND SIGNALS A qualified signal person shall be used at all times when: Obey a signal to stop from anyone. • Working in the vicinity of power lines. TRANSPORTING THE CRANE • The crane operator cannot clearly see the load at When loading or unloading the crane on a trailer or rail- all times.

  • Page 35: Shutdown

    RT9000E SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHUT-DOWN Control movement of boom extension/jib at all times. Do not remove right side boom nose pins unless boom Never leave the crane with a load suspended. Lower the extension is properly pinned and secured on front and/or load to the ground before shutting down the crane.

  • Page 36: Temperature Effects On Hydraulic Cylinders

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT9000E TEMPERATURE EFFECTS ON HYDRAULIC If a load and the boom is allowed to remain stationary for a period of time and the ambient temperature is cooler CYLINDERS than the trapped oil temperature, the trapped oil in the cylinders will cool.

  • Page 37: Section 3 - Cab Controls And Indicators

    RT9000E CAB CONTROLS AND INDICATORS SECTION 3 CAB CONTROLS AND INDICATORS NOTE IGNITION SWITCH The following paragraphs describe all the The (IGNITION) switch (3) is located at the bottom of available (standard and optional; some the front console, to the right of the steering column. The machines may not be equipped with the switch is key-operated and has four positions: ACC [3], optional controls shown) controls and...
  • Page 38 CAB CONTROLS AND INDICATORS RT9000E Cab Controls and Indicators (Sheet 1 of 3)
  • Page 39 RT9000E CAB CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Cab Controls and Indicators (Sheet 2 of 3)
  • Page 40 CAB CONTROLS AND INDICATORS RT9000E Defroster Switch 40. Windshield Wiper Hand Throttle Control Knob 41. Defroster Fan Ignition Switch 42. Brake Foot Pedal Voltmeter 43. Spotlight (Optional) Transmission Oil Temperature Gauge 44. Foot Throttle Peda; Heat Control Knob 45. Transmission Shift Lever Fan Control Switch 46.
  • Page 41 RT9000E CAB CONTROLS AND INDICATORS operation of the air conditioning system in conjunction CAB TILT SWITCH with the FAN switch. When the switch is in the ON posi- The CAB TILT switch (14) is located on the far left side tion, the square amber LED on the switch is illuminated.
  • Page 42 CAB CONTROLS AND INDICATORS RT9000E When the headlight switch is in the ON position and the conjunction with the idle (+/-) switch, access will be transmission shifter is in the reverse position, only the gained to toggle up and down through the fault codes. two backup lamps on the rear fender and decking will illuminate if the rear outrigger box is electrically discon- Idle Switch...
  • Page 43 RT9000E CAB CONTROLS AND INDICATORS selector switches (15) to control the operation of the sta- switch is positioned in either inner mid or center/mid position. bilizer and extension cylinders. After positioning the out- rigger selector switch, positioning the OUTRIGGER Extend/Retract switch to EXTEND or RETRACT ener- REAR STEER CONTROL SWITCH gizes the control solenoid to allow hydraulic fluid to flow through the control solenoid valve and the individual...
  • Page 44 CAB CONTROLS AND INDICATORS RT9000E BUBBLE LEVEL INDICATOR SPOTLIGHT (OPTIONAL) The bubble level indicator (35) is located on the left side The spotlight (43) is mounted on the outside of the cab of the cab by the door latch plate. The indicator provides roof in the right front corner.
  • Page 45 RT9000E CAB CONTROLS AND INDICATORS HOIST ROTATION INDICATORS LUFFING JIB RAISE/LOWER SWITCH The luffing jib raise/lower switch (53) is located on the The hoist rotation indicators (48) are located on top of left armrest. It is a three position, momentary switch each hoist control lever.
  • Page 46 CAB CONTROLS AND INDICATORS RT9000E HORN ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR The horn button (61) is a push-button type switch located The ENGINE WARNING indicator (66) is located on the upper section of the console on the indicator light alert in the center of the steering wheel. Depressing the horn display.
  • Page 47 RT9000E CAB CONTROLS AND INDICATORS BOOM NOT SYNC INDICATOR the reverse position. The backup alarm is installed inside the right rear of the engine hood. The BOOM NOT SYNC indicator (72) is located on the left side of the console on the indicator light display. It ARMREST SWITCH (NOT SHOWN) illuminates red when the boom sections are no longer telescoping in the correct synchronization.
  • Page 48 CAB CONTROLS AND INDICATORS RT9000E NOTES 3-12...
  • Page 49 Check the foot and parking brakes for proper operation. COLD WEATHER OPERATION DAILY LUBRICATION The following recommendations are for operating Grove cranes in very low (i.e., sub-zero) temperatures. Make certain that all components requiring daily lubrica- tion have been serviced. (Refer to Section 5, Lubrica- Use particular care to ensure that cranes being operated tion.)
  • Page 50 OPERATING PROCEDURES RT9000E accordance with the procedures as provided by Grove CAUTION Worldwide. Cranes should have appropriate hydraulic oil, lubricants, and other auxiliary items required for NEVER CRANK THE ENGINE FOR MORE THAN SECONDS DURING operation in sub-zero temperatures. Individual crane ATTEMPTED START.
  • Page 51 RT9000E OPERATING PROCEDURES NOTE The WAIT-TO-START lamp is illuminated during the preheat time that takes place when the IGNI- The engine will not crank unless the TION switch is in the ON position during cold transmission shift lever is in neutral. weather starting.

  • Page 52: Crane Travel Operation

    OPERATING PROCEDURES RT9000E CRANE TRAVEL OPERATION Use four-wheel drive only when greater traction is neces- sary. (Refer to FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION, this section, for operating instructions.) TRAVELING - GENERAL DANGER DANGER ON OPEN GROUND, TOW OR PULL ONLY BEFORE TRAVELING, ENSURE ON THE TOW/TIE-DOWN LUGS OR WITH CRANE FUNCTION SWITCH IS IN THE...

  • Page 53: Extended Travel

    RT9000E OPERATING PROCEDURES Maximum travel speed: 24 km/h (2.5 mph). ALLOWED TO COOL TO AMBIENT TEM- PERATURE BEFORE CRANE LIFTING ON RUBBER. Main counterweight shall be installed. Depending upon the tire manufacturer, the higher infla- The boom shall be over the front. tion pressures normally specified for lifting on rubber are not recommended for site to site transfer over extended Swing lock and pin shall be engaged.

  • Page 54: Rear Wheel Steering

    OPERATING PROCEDURES RT9000E DANGER After the engine has warmed up, position the trans- mission shift lever from neutral (N) to forward (F) OPERATE THE REAR STEER ONLY FOR position. ADDED JOB SITE MANEUVERABILITY. Position the DRIVE AXLE switch to either 2WD- REAR WHEEL STEERING HI or 4WD-LO.

  • Page 55: Four-Wheel Drive Operation

    RT9000E OPERATING PROCEDURES FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION wheels of each axle. The lock position will also protect against spinout. When normal driving conditions exist (during periods of good traction), the differential locks If more traction is required due to slipping or spinning wheels, engage the front axle drive as follows: should not be actuated.

  • Page 56: Proper Operation Of Axle Oscillation Lockouts

    OPERATING PROCEDURES RT9000E The wheels are not spinning at the time of engage- Slowly swing the superstructure to the right or left ment. until the axle oscillation lockout valve is activated. This will lock the rear axle out of level. Do not When traveling with the lock engaged do not deviate swing beyond the tire track.

  • Page 57: Preload Check

    54 ft column. One of the most important tools of every Another important section is the range diagram. The Grove crane is the load chart found in the range diagram shows the operating radius and tip height crane operator’s cab.

  • Page 58: Crane Functions

    Extend Lock Pin if the crane is to be operated with lifting capacities. the outriggers at the at the mid-extend position. The load chart also gives weight reductions for Grove DANGER load handling devices such as hook blocks, headache balls, boom extensions, etc., which must be taken into ALL FOUR OUTRIGGER BEAMS MUST BE consideration as part of the load.

  • Page 59: Engaging The Mid-Extend Lock Pin

    RT9000E OPERATING PROCEDURES DANGER the outrigger beam, engaging the outrigger beam at the desired length. THE OPERATOR MUST SELECT THE PROPER LOAD CHART AND LMI PRO- STOWING THE OUTRIGGERS GRAM FOR THE OUTRIGGER POSITION SELECTED. Select the rear stabilizers with the STABILIZER SELECTOR switches and hold the EXTENSION/ CAUTION RETRACTION switch to RETRACT until the rear...

  • Page 60: Swinging The Boom

    OPERATING PROCEDURES RT9000E NOTE lever with a slow, even pressure. Use the swing brake foot pedal to stop rotation, then position the swing brake If the lock pin is wedged in the hole in the switch to ON to prevent further rotation. outrigger beam, it may be necessary to jog the outrigger extension/retraction ELEVATING AND LOWERING THE BOOM...

  • Page 61: Telescoping The Boom

    RT9000E OPERATING PROCEDURES TELESCOPING THE BOOM DANGER DO NOT JERK THE CONTROL LEVER Extending the Boom WHEN STARTING OR STOPPING THE HOIST. JERKING THE LEVER CAUSES DANGER THE LOAD TO BOUNCE, WHICH COULD RESULT IN POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO THE WHEN EXTENDING THE BOOM, SIMULTA- CRANE.

  • Page 62: Raising The Hydraulic Boom Extension

    OPERATING PROCEDURES RT9000E The boom extension may also be controlled by two To raise the extension at the remote stations, press switch 2401 at the extension adapter or switch 2403 at the head remote stations on the extension. The first station is of the base section.

  • Page 63: Control Lever Lockout System

    RT9000E OPERATING PROCEDURES impending capacity when the system has been properly Refer to the LMI Operator’s Handbook for more detailed preset by the operator. The control panel is mounted in information on the function of the LMI system. the front console of the operator’s cab. When an overload condition is sensed, the system provides the operator with CONTROL LEVER LOCKOUT SYSTEM a visual and audible warning, and locks out the control...
  • Page 64 OPERATING PROCEDURES RT9000E NOTES 4-16...

  • Page 65: Section 5 - Lubrication

    All oil levels are to be checked with the crane parked on a altered to meet existing conditions. For information on level surface in transport position, and while the oil is extreme condition lubrication, contract you local Grove cold, unless otherwise specified. distributor or Grove Crane Care.

  • Page 66: Lubrication Chart

    LUBRICATION RT9000E Grease fittings that are worn and will not hold the grease The following describe the lubrication points and gives gun, or those that have a stuck check ball, must be the lube type, lube interval, lube amount, and application replaced.
  • Page 67 RT9000E LUBRICATION Lubrication Chart (Sheet 1 of 2)
  • Page 68 LUBRICATION RT9000E Lubrication Chart (Sheet 2 of 2)
  • Page 69 ArvinMeritor Technical Bulletin Lube Amount - Until grease extrudes TP-9539 available www.arvinmeri- tor.com or by contacting Grove Customer Application - 8 grease fittings Support. Lube Amount - Capacity - 27.3 liters (58 pints) Nor- Upper and Lower King Pins.
  • Page 70 LUBRICATION RT9000E To add fluid: 12. Air Cleaner Filter. Replace air cleaner filter element when indica- 1. Fill to FULL mark on dipstick. tor shows red (25” H2O). 2. Run engine at 800 rpm to prime torque con- verter and lines. 13.
  • Page 71 RT9000E LUBRICATION 19. Cab Tilt Cylinder Pivot Pins. Lube Amount - Until grease extrudes Application - 1 grease fitting Lube Type - EP-MPG Lube Interval - 500 hours or 3 months 26. Hook Block Sheaves. Lube Amount -Until grease extrudes Application - 2 grease fittings Lube Type - EP-MPG Lube Interval - 250 hours or 3 months...
  • Page 72 LUBRICATION RT9000E 29. Internal Side and Bottom Wear Pads. 35. Upper Boom Nose Sheave. Lube Type - EP-MPG Lube Type - EP-MPG Lube Interval - 250 hours or 3 months Lube Interval - 250 hours or 3 months Lube Amount - Until grease extrudes Lube Amount - Thoroughly coat all areas the wear Application - 1 grease fitting per sheave pad moves on.

  • Page 73: Wire Rope Lubrication

    RT9000E LUBRICATION WIRE ROPE LUBRICATION Therefore, new lubricant must be added periodically throughout the life of a rope to replace factory lubricant which is used or lost. For more detailed information con- Wire rope is lubricated during manufacturing so that the cerning the lubrication and inspection of wire rope, refer strands, and individual wires in strands, may move as the to WIRE ROPE in Chapter 1, Section 2 - GENERAL...
  • Page 74 LUBRICATION RT9000E NOTES 5-10...

  • Page 75: Section 6 - Set-Up And Installation Procedures

    RT9000E SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES SECTION 6 SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES GENERAL This section provides procedures for installing the hoist cable on the hoist drum, cable reeving, and erecting and stowing the boom extension. INSTALLING CABLE ON THE HOIST CAUTION IF CABLE IS WOUND FROM THE STOR- AGE DRUM, THE REEL SHOULD BE ROTATED IN THE SAME DIRECTION AS...

  • Page 76: Reeving Diagram

    SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT9000E 16 PARTS LINE 6021 8 SHEAVE HOOKBLOCK 6021-1 5 SHEAVE HOOKBLOCK OPTION 1 Reeving Diagram (Sheet 1 of 3)
  • Page 77 RT9000E SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES 6021-2 5 SHEAVE HOOKBLOCK OPTION 2 6021-3 HEADACHE BALL Reeving Diagram (Sheet 2 of 3)
  • Page 78 SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT9000E 6021-3a Reeving Diagram (Sheet 3 of 3)

  • Page 79: Standard Counterweight And Auxiliary Hoist Mounting Structure

    RT9000E SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES STANDARD COUNTERWEIGHT AUXILIARY removal cylinders and carefully lower the auxiliary hoist structure onto the counterweight. HOIST MOUNTING STRUCTURE Removal 10. Disconnect the counterweight removal hydraulic lines and auxiliary hoist electrical cables and secure them. Position the crane on a firm, level surface. Fully extend and set the outriggers.

  • Page 80: Counterweight Removal And Installation

    SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT9000E Counterweight Weld Right Heavy Counterweight Weld Left Heavy Counterweight Weld Wear Ring Counterweight Removal Cylinder Cotter Pin Hitch Pin 10. Shoulder Bolt 6124 Counterweight Removal and Installation (Sheet 1 of 2)
  • Page 81 RT9000E SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES 6124-1 Counterweight Weld Right Heavy Counterweight Weld Left Heavy Counterweight Weld Wear Ring Counterweight Removal Cylinder Cotter Pin Hitch Pin 10. Shoulder Bolt 5, 6, 7 5, 6, 7 6124-2 Counterweight Removal and Installation (Sheet 2 of 2)

  • Page 82: Heavy Counterweight Assembly And Auxiliary Hoist Mounting Structure

    SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT9000E Properly attach the supplied slings to the auxiliary CAUTION hoist structure and use the crane to carefully transfer the auxiliary hoist structure to the counterweight. DO NOT POWER THE COUNTER- WEIGHT INTO COUNTER- Install the counterweight removal cylinder/counter- WEIGHT/AUXILIARY HOIST MOUNT- weight pins and retaining pins.

  • Page 83: Installation

    RT9000E SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES DANGER ILIARY HOIST ASSEMBLY. THE HEAVY COUNTERWEIGHT LIFTING LUGS ARE DESIGNED TO LIFT THE HEAVY COUN- DO NOT ACTIVATE THE CONTROL TERWEIGHT ONLY. LEVER FOR THE AUXILIARY HOIST MOUNTING STRUCTURE AT THIS 13. Properly attach the supplied slings to the auxiliary TIME.

  • Page 84: Outrigger Removal And Installation

    SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT9000E DANGER 12. Replace the counterweight/auxiliary hoist mounting pins and retaining pins. THE MAIN BOOM MUST NOT BE CAUTION LOWERED BELOW HORIZONTAL WHILE SWINGING OVER THE FRONT WHILE THE COUNTERWEIGHT SUP- DO NOT POWER THE COUNTER- PORTS ARE INSTALLED.

  • Page 85: Removal

    RT9000E SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Restart the engine if necessary. Stow the snapper pins in the stowage clamps on the outrigger box. CAUTION INSTALLATION WHEN LIFTING THE OUTRIGGER BOX WHILE ON RUBBER, THE BOOM MUST NOTE BE FULLY RETRACTED AND LIMITED TO A 6 M (20 FT) MAXIMUM RADIUS.

  • Page 86: Erecting And Stowing The Swingaway Boom Extension

    SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT9000E After the hydraulic cylinder rods have been acti- Fully extend and set the outriggers. vated, install the snapper pin in the end of each power cylinder rod ends. Position the boom over the front. If extended, fully retract all the boom sections and CAUTION lower the boom to minimum elevation to permit ease of installation of pins and access to the boom...

  • Page 87: Removing And Installing The Swingaway Boom Extension

    RT9000E SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Boom Extension Base Section (11m) Boom Extension Fly Section (7m) Fly Rear Stowage Bracket Base Extension Sheave Detail Guide Rail Fly Sheave Mast Assembly Offset Lugs Offset Pivot Pin 10. Boom Extend Anchor Fittings 11. Boom Nose Anchor Lugs 12.
  • Page 88 SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT9000E 7 Meter Section Jib Showed in Stowed Position Boom Detail 13,14 11 Meter Section Out Position Retaining Pin Mounting Plate Eye Bolt Guide Rail Adjusting Bolt Holding Bracket Plate 12. Grease Fitting 13. Supporting Roller In Position 10.
  • Page 89 RT9000E SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES 7 Meter Section (Fly) Sheave Connection Between Fly Nose and 11 Meter Section Stirrup Bolts Detail Nuts Tension Spring Spacer Ring Catch Hook Removing and Installing the Swingaway Boom Extension (Sheet 3 of 3) 11. Remove the retaining clips and attach pins connect- AND EQUIPMENT ARE KEPT CLEAR ing the 7m section (fly) to the boom base section OF THE SWING PATH.

  • Page 90: Stowing

    SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT9000E 18. Extend and lower the boom until blocking can be CAUTION placed under the swingaway. Remove the rope from the tip of the swingaway base. DO NOT ALLOW THE SWINGAWAY SLAM INTO STOWAGE 19. Lower the swingaway onto the cribbing. Remove BRACKETS WHEN SWINGING INTO and stow the pins securing the 11m section to the THE STOWED POSITION.

  • Page 91: Connecting And Disconnecting The Hydraulic Boom Extension

    RT9000E SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES 12. Ensure the pin and retaining pin attaching the fly AFTER BEING DETACHED FROM THE BOOM, THE HOSES WILL SPRING BACK section to the boom base section rear support UNCONTROLLABLY bracket (see Detail C) are in place. SPRING FORCE IN THE HOSE DRUM.

  • Page 92: Disconnecting

    SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT9000E Establish an electrical connection between the lattice Disconnect the hydraulic connection between the lat- tice extension and the main boom. extension and the main boom. DANGER Remove the 17 pin bypass plug from the electrical junction box on the boom nose.

  • Page 93: Boom Extension (With Inserts)

    (see Detail B). If you wish to use the boom extension on several NOTE GROVE cranes, the parts of the boom extension must be adjusted for these cranes and labelled with all of the respective serial numbers. When pushing the jib extension onto...

  • Page 94: Assembly Of Boom Extensions

    SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT9000E The 8 m sections have two slinging points (1) (each slightly offset on each side). ASSEMBLY OF BOOM EXTENSIONS NOTE The lengths of 26 m and 34 m respectively equal the distance between the center of the locking pin (on the main boom head) and the front edge of the head sheave.

  • Page 95: Checklists For Rigging Work

    RT9000E SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES CHECKLISTS FOR RIGGING WORK section. Swivel the 7 m section in front of the 11 m section. Installing the 26 m/34 m boom extension Requirements • An auxiliary crane must be ready If the lattice extension is folded up at the side of the main boom, remove the lattice extension.

  • Page 96: Removing The 26 M/34 M Boom Extension

    SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT9000E 10. Fold out deflection sheaves on all sections. Removing the 26 m/34 m boom extension Requirements • The crane is on outriggers or the main boom. • An auxiliary crane must be ready Fully retract and set down main boom. Remove lifting limit switch weight.

  • Page 97: Descripiton Of Rigging Work

    RT9000E SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES If necessary, also disconnect the hydraulic connec- 11. Establish connection between 7 m section and 11 m tion to the hose drum. section. 12. Remove folded two-stage swingaway lattice exten- sion from 8 m section. Disconnecting electrical connections.

  • Page 98: Installing 8 M Sections

    SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT9000E The securing pins (1) for the connection are in the hold- INSTALLING/REMOVING TWO-STAGE SWINGAWAY ers on the foot of the 8 m sections and are secured with LATTICE EXTENSION FOR BOOM EXTENSION retaining pins. This section described the installation and removal of the folded two-stage swingaway lattice extension.

  • Page 99: Removing

    RT9000E SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES • Lift the two-stage swingaway lattice extension in front of the 8 m section so that the bearing points (2) and (3) align on both sides. • Insert the securing pins on both sides into the bearing points (2) and (3).

  • Page 100: Electrical Connection On The Boom Extension

    SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT9000E ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ON THE BOOM EXTEN- For transportation, the cable is wound around the holders (1) and the plug is inserted in the dummy socket (2). SION This section describes the electrical connections on the 8 At the front of the 8 m sections there is a plug socket (1).

  • Page 101: Positioning/Removing The Hoist Cable

    RT9000E SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Folding out deflection sheave • Secure the pin with a retaining pin. • Hold the deflection sheave by the strut (1) and remove the pin from the bore (3). POSITIONING/REMOVING THE HOIST CABLE • Fold the deflection sheave up and secure it by DANGER inserting the pin into the bore (2).
  • Page 102 SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT9000E • Guide the hoist cable via the deflection sheaves • Attach the hook tackle. The hoist rope can only (5), (4), (3) and via the head sheave (2) on the 7 be reeved once. m section for both boom extensions. Removing the hoist cable •...

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