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  • Page 1 Grove RT600E Operator Manual...
  • Page 3 OPERATOR MANUAL This manual has been prepared for and is considered part of - RT600E Crane Model Number This Manual is divided into the following sections: SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION SECTION 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SECTION 3 OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES SECTION 4 SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES SECTION 5 LUBRICATION SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST NOTICE...
  • Page 4 WARNING California Proposition 65 Breathing diesel engine exhaust exposes you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. • Always start and operate the engine in a well- ventilated area. •...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    RT600E TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 ........Introduction General .
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS RT600E Special Operating Conditions and Equipment ......2-25 Grounding the Crane ..........2-25 Personnel Handling .
  • Page 7 RT600E TABLE OF CONTENTS Boom Lift And Main Hoist Control Lever (Dual Axis Option)....3-10 Telescope Control Foot Pedal (Optional) ....... . 3-10 Hoist Rotation Indicators.
  • Page 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS RT600E Backup Alarm (Not Shown) ......... . 3-14 Data Link and Service Connector (Not Shown) .
  • Page 9 RT600E TABLE OF CONTENTS Outriggers ............5-19 Boom.
  • Page 10 TABLE OF CONTENTS RT600E THIS PAGE BLANK TOC-6...

  • Page 11: Section 1

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL INTRODUCTION SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION General ........1-1 Boom .

  • Page 12: List Of Specifications

    INTRODUCTION RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL LIST OF SPECIFICATIONS Engine General Cummins QSB6.7 Model ..... . . RT600E Series Type ... . .6 cycle, Diesel, Turbocharged Rated Capacity .

  • Page 13: Noise/Vibration Test Results

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL INTRODUCTION Pump #3 Length....46.7 cm (18-3/8 in) Cable Type ....... . .Gear Diameter .

  • Page 14: Customer Support

    If you are the new owner of a Grove crane, please register it Supplemental Information regarding Safety & Operation, with Manitowoc Crane Care so we have the ability to contact Specifications, Service & Maintenance, Installation, and you if the need arises.

  • Page 15: Serial Number Location Figure 1-2

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL INTRODUCTION SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION FIGURE 1-2 Manual Cover Inside Cab Frame 7217 FIGURE 1-1 Item Description Item Description Swingaway Beacon Light Auxiliary Boom Nose Swingaway Extension Boom Pivot Boom Front Axle Boom Nose Sheaves Fuel Tank RCL Cable Reel Driveline Spotlight Hookblock Tie Down...
  • Page 16 INTRODUCTION RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL 6771-1 6771-2 FIGURE 1-2 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10...
  • Page 17 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL INTRODUCTION 6771-3 FIGURE 1-2 continued GROVE Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10...
  • Page 18 INTRODUCTION RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL THIS PAGE BLANK Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10...

  • Page 19: Section 2

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SECTION 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SECTION CONTENTS Safety Messages......2-1 Personnel Handling.

  • Page 20: General

    Should the dealer not be immediately available, contact should be made CAUTION directly with Manitowoc Product Safety at the address below. Identifies hazards that could result in minor or moderate The crane must not be returned to service until it is injury if the message is ignored.

  • Page 21: Operator Qualifications

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS operator at all times and must remain in the cab (if equipped) Ensure that all personnel working around the crane are or operator’s station while the crane is in use. thoroughly familiar with safe operating practices. You must be thoroughly familiar with the location and content of all The Operator Manual supplied with and considered part of decals on the crane.

  • Page 22: Operational Aids

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL You must be mentally and physically fit to operate a crane. Device is inoperative or malfunctioning, the designated Never attempt to operate a crane while under the influence person responsible for supervising the lifting operations of medication, narcotics, or alcohol.

  • Page 23: Working Area Limiter (If Equipped)

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS blocking can cause hoist rope (wire rope or synthetic rope), Two-blocking can be prevented. Operator awareness of the rigging, reeving, and other components to become highly hazards of two-blocking is the most important factor in stressed and overloaded in which case the hoist rope may preventing this condition.

  • Page 24: Load Charts

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Ensure all pins and floats are properly installed and outrigger beams are properly extended before lifting on outriggers. On models equipped with outriggers that can be pinned at the mid-extend position (vertical stripe, if applicable), the outriggers must also be pinned when operating from the mid- extend position.

  • Page 25: Wind Forces

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WIND FORCES stability, wind on the underside of the boom can result in decreased backward stability, wind on the side of the boom There are basic principles that must be followed while can result in structural damages, etc.) operating in windy conditions.
  • Page 26 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL NOTE: This condition is limited to operation with the main In both cases a) and b) above, the lift may also be limited by boom on fully extended outriggers only. the projected wind area of the load Ap and by the wind drag coefficient Cd: This limit can be determined by comparing c) If V(z) is >...
  • Page 27 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Simplified Method to Determine Maximum Permissible Wind Speed Determine 3-Second Gust 0.14 V(z) = [(z/10) + 0.4]v [m/s] Wind Speed at boom tip, 0.14 V(z) = [(z/33) + 0.4]v [mph] V(z) 13.4 m/s < V(z) < 20.1 m/s V(z) >...
  • Page 28 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Determination of 3-second wind gust speed at boom Size and Shape of the load: tip height: These rated capacities are also based on the assumption that the Wind Resistance Area of load, Awr is not more The following example illustrates how to calculate 3-second (load) wind gust speed at boom tip height based on mean wind...
  • Page 29 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Calculation of Projected Wind Area (Ap) Wind Wind = 8 m = 24 m 25 ft 25 ft Wind Wind 10 ft 3 ft = 75 ft = 250 ft 10 ft 3 ft 8384-1 FIGURE 2-2 Determining Wind Drag Coefficient (Cd) If the exact Wind Drag Coefficient of a shape is not known,...
  • Page 30 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Table 2-2 Wind Drag Coefficient Maximum Permissible Wind Speed If the wind resistant area of the load Awr is greater than (load) Shape the allowable wind resistant area Awr , the ratio can be (allow) used to determine a permissible wind speed V(z) for the load 1.1 to 2.0 using Table 2-3.
  • Page 31 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Rated Load Chart Example - Metric 8383-1 FIGURE 2-3 2-13 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10 GROVE...
  • Page 32 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Table 2-4 Example-Capacity Reduction Factors for Wind Speed V(z) Greater than 13.4 m/s - Metric (Only for lifting with main boom on fully extended outriggers, with or without stowed extension) For wind speed V(z) (3-second gust speed at boom tip height) V(z) > 13.4 m/s ≤ 20.1 m/s, the Reduced Capacity shall be calculated by multiplying the Published Rated Capacity by the following factors: Main Boom Length in Meters Wind Speed...
  • Page 33 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS At wind speeds greater than 13.4 m/s, it is not permissible to Load example 1.3a: lift a load greater than 12,040 kg, even if the wind resistance With large wind resistance area of the load Awr (load) area of the load is less than 14.45 m •...
  • Page 34 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL • Is the load to be lifted less than allowable load? Ratio = 1.37 8,000 kg ≤ 12,040 kg • Is Awr less than Awr (load) (allow) From Table 2-5, the maximum permissible wind speed at 19.83 m ≤...
  • Page 35 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Rated Load Chart Example - Non-metric 8382-1 FIGURE 2-4 2-17 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10 GROVE...
  • Page 36 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Table 2-6 Example-Capacity Reduction Factors for Wind Speed V(z) Greater than 30 mph - Non-metric (Only for lifting with main boom on fully extended outriggers, with or without stowed extension) For wind speed Vz (3-second gust speed at boom tip height) is greater > 30> mph ≤ 45 mph, the Reduced Capacity shall be calculated by multiplying the Published Rated Capacity by the following factors: Main Boom Length in Feet Wind Speed...
  • Page 37 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Is Awr less than Awr (load) (allow) 108 ft ≤ 119 ft L i f t i n g L i m i t s a t w i n d s p e e d V ( z ) > 3 0 m p h Conclusion: This load is permissible to lift in wind speed up and ≤...

  • Page 38: Lifting Operations

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Refer to the above Lifting Limits at wind speed V(z) injury could result from the crane tipping over or failing > 30 mph and ≤ 45 mph. Comparing the load and wind structurally from overload. resistant area to the allowable: The crane can tip over or fail structurally if: •...

  • Page 39: Counterweight

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Counterweight • Maintain communication between all parties throughout the entire operation. If possible, provide approved radio On cranes equipped with removable counterweights, ensure equipment for voice communication between all parties the appropriate counterweight sections are properly installed engaged in the lift.

  • Page 40: Pile Driving And Extracting

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL • The panel shall be lifted so that the hoist lines are in line • The pile driver and piling shall be suspended from a with the crane. hoist cable with sufficient line speed to meet or exceed the rate of descent of the driver and piling to preclude •...

  • Page 41: Electrocution Hazard

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ELECTROCUTION HAZARD Thoroughly read, understand, and abide by all applicable federal, state, and local regulations regarding operation of DANGER cranes near electric power lines or equipment. Electrocution Hazard! United States federal law prohibits the use of cranes closer than 6 m (20 ft) to power sources Grove cranes are not equipped with all features required up to 350 kV and greater distances for higher...

  • Page 42: Set-Up And Operation

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL The rules in this Operator Manual must be followed at all or load moves near a power source. This person shall have times, even if the electrical power lines or equipment have no other duties while the crane is working. been de-energized.

  • Page 43: Electrical Contact

    If a thunder storm is forecast contact on the crane. Should the dealer not be immediately available, contact Manitowoc Crane Care. The crane must Use electrically conducting material for grounding. not be returned to service until it is thoroughly inspected for...

  • Page 44: Personnel Handling

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL mantling of conventional means of reaching the worksite, such as a personnel hoist, ladder, stair- way, aerial lift, elevating work platform or scaffold, would be more hazardous or is not possible because of structural design or worksite conditions. Additional requirements for crane operations are stated in ASME B30.5, Mobile and Locomotive Cranes, ASME B30.8, Floating Cranes and Floating Derricks, and in OSHA...

  • Page 45: Environmental Protection

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • For boom mounted platforms: • Immediately clean up any spills. The platform is properly attached and secure. MAINTENANCE To avoid death or serious injury: The crane must be inspected prior to use on each work shift. •...

  • Page 46: Lubrication

    To relieve hydraulic pressure, stop the engine, turn the ignition switch to RUN and move the • Consult with Manitowoc Crane Care to determine if load hydraulic controls in both directions several times. testing is required after a structural repair is performed.

  • Page 47: Tires

    K100™ Synthetic Crane Hoist Line Manual P/N than two (2) broken wires at an end connection. 9828100734 available by contacting Manitowoc Crane Care. • Core deterioration, usually observed as a rapid...

  • Page 48: Sheaves

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL • If an operator hoists the hook block up or down too fast Broken wires; number and location. when reeved with multiple parts of line and no hook load, Reduction in diameter. the wire rope can bird cage and damage the rope. Rope stretch (elongation).

  • Page 49: Batteries

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Inspect the boom nose and hook block sheaves for proper • Do not short across the battery posts to check charge. operation, excessive wear, and damage every 50 hours or Short circuit, spark, or flame could cause battery weekly.

  • Page 50: Transporting The Crane

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL required, keep hands clear of the engine fan and other on the boom, it must be secured at the tie down on the carrier moving parts while performing maintenance. to prevent swinging. Be careful of hot surfaces and hot fluids when performing When using hookblock tie downs, excessive loading can be maintenance on or around the engine.

  • Page 51: Work Practices

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Crane Access Before traveling a crane, check suitability of proposed route with regard to crane height, width, and length. Never back up without the aid of a signal person to verify the area behind the crane is clear of obstructions and/or WARNING personnel.

  • Page 52: Working

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL • Barricade the entire area where the crane is working and Carbon monoxide fumes from the engine exhaust can cause keep all unnecessary personnel out of the work area. suffocation in an enclosed area. Good ventilation is very important when operating the crane.

  • Page 53: Lifting

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Be sure the load is well secured and attached to the hook with rigging of proper size and in good condition. Check the hoist brake by raising the load a few inches, stopping the hoist and holding the load. Be sure the hoist brake is working correctly before continuing the lift.

  • Page 54: Hand Signals

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Be sure everyone is clear of the crane and work area before • Moving the crane in an area or direction in which the making any lifts. operator cannot clearly see the path of travel. Never swing over personnel, regardless of whether load is At all times use standardized hand signals (Figure 2-10) that suspended from or attached to the boom.
  • Page 55 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FIGURE 2-10 8496-1 2-37 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10 GROVE...

  • Page 56: Boom Extension

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL BOOM EXTENSION the ground. When a qualified person at a jobsite determines that it is not practical to lower the boom to the ground, we To avoid death or serious injury, follow the procedures in this recommend the following additional instructions be followed: manual during erection, stowage, and use of the boom •...

  • Page 57: Temperature Effects On Hook Blocks

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS caution handling and operating these components in sub- would retract approximately 196 mm (7 3/4 in) [see Table 2-9 zero temperatures, avoiding shock loading. and Table 2-8]. The rate at which the oil cools depends on many factors and will be more noticeable with a larger In freezing weather, park the crane in an area where it d i ff e r e n c e i n o i l t e m p e r a t u r e v e r s e s t h e a m b i e n t...

  • Page 58: Overload Inspection

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Table 2-8: Boom Drift Chart (Cylinder length change in inches) Coeff. = 0.00043 (in / °F) STROKE Temperature Change (°F) (FT.) 0.26 0.52 0.77 1.03 1.29 1.55 1.81 2.06 2.32 2.58 0.52 1.03 1.55 2.06 2.58 3.10 3.61...
  • Page 59 To avoid an accident caused by overload damage to your crane: • Perform the inspections outlined in this publication for overloads up to 50%. • Stop operating the crane and contact Manitowoc Crane Care immediately for overloads of 50% and higher. 2-41 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10 GROVE...

  • Page 60: Boom Inspection

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Boom Inspection 9, 10 3, 4 9, 10 Illustration for reference only. Your crane may be different. Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10 2-42...
  • Page 61 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS NOTE: The following checklist includes all features that can be found on Grove cranes. Your crane may not have some features. Overload less than 25% Sheaves Inspect all for damage. Luffing Mechanism/ Inspect for damage/leaks. Cylinder Collar-wear Inspect all for damage.

  • Page 62: Superstructure Inspection

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Superstructure Inspection 9, 10 Illustration for reference only. Your crane may be different. Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10 2-44...
  • Page 63 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS NOTE: The following checklist includes all features that can be found on Grove cranes. Your crane may not have some features. Overload less than 25% Lift Cylinder Inspect for leaking. Turntable See topic in Swing section of Check bolts for proper torque.

  • Page 64: Carrier Inspection

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Carrier Inspection 5, 6 Illustration for reference only. Your crane may be different. Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10 2-46...
  • Page 65 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS NOTE: The following checklist includes all features that can be found on Grove cranes. Your crane may not have some features. Overload less than 25% Jack Cylinders Inspect for leaking. Outrigger Inspect for deformation and cracked welds. Pads Overload from 25% to 49% Jack Cylinders Inspect for leaking.
  • Page 66 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL THIS PAGE BLANK Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10 2-48...
  • Page 67 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES SECTION 3 OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES SECTION CONTENTS Controls And Indicators..... 3-2 Hazard Lights Switch ..... . 3-11 Hand Throttle Control .

  • Page 68: Controls And Indicators

    OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL New Crane Conditioning ....3-15 Engine Operation ......3-19 Pre-Starting Checks .

  • Page 69: Foot Throttle Pedal

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES Foot Throttle Pedal amount of foot pressure applied to the pedal. The pedal is electrically connected to the superstructure control module The foot throttle pedal (8) is located directly under the RCL which sends the signal to the engine ECM via the J1939 data display module, on the floor.
  • Page 70 OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL 6810 Single Axis Controller Option FIGURE 3-1 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10...
  • Page 71 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES 6657 Dual Axis Controller Option FIGURE 3-2 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10 GROVE...
  • Page 72 OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL 6774 6774-1 FIGURE 3-3 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10...
  • Page 73 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES Item Description Item Description Hand Throttle Control Low Steer Pressure Indicator (CE Units) Transmission Oil Temperature Gauge Transmission Service Indicator (XMSN) Fuel Gauge Headlights Switch Voltmeter Work Lights Switch Ignition Switch Cab Circulating fan Tachometer Horn Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge...

  • Page 74: Crane Function Power Switch

    OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Crane Function Power Switch controlled through a foot pedal (20). Push the lever forward to let out the hoist cable or pull the lever back to reel the The CRANE FUNCTION power switch (9) is located on the cable in.

  • Page 75: Auxiliary Hoist Speed Selector Switch (Optional)

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES Auxiliary Hoist Speed Selector Switch change its displacement to make it run faster. When the switch is in the HI or the LO position, the amber LED square (Optional) in the switch will be illuminated. The speed selector switch The auxiliary hoist speed selector switch (16) is located on must be in the HI or the LO position before the hoist can be the left armrest.

  • Page 76: Boom Lift Control Lever (Single Axis Option)

    OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Boom Lift Control Lever (Single Axis Option) jack cylinders. Positioning any one of the EXTENSION or JACK switches so that the desired component is selected, The boom LIFT control lever (17) is located on the right energizes the solenoid valve for the selected component.

  • Page 77: Low Brake Pressure Indicator

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES Low Brake Pressure Indicator Transmission Service Indicator (XMSN) The LOW BRAKE PRESSURE indicator (28) is located on The TRANSMISSION SERVICE indicator (34) is located on the center of the console on the indicator light alert display. It the center of the console on the indicator light display.

  • Page 78: Turn Signal Lever And Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls

    OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Turn Signal Lever and Windshield Wiper/ Fan Switch Washer Controls The FAN control switch (46) is located on the left side of the front console. The switch is a four-position rotary switch The turn signal lever and windshield wiper/washer controls (OFF, LOW, MED, HIGH) that controls operation of the (41) are located on the left side of the steering column.

  • Page 79: Left Turn Signal Indicator

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES Left Turn Signal Indicator 12 VDC Accessory Outlet The left turn signal indicator (53) is located on the center of The 12 vdc accessory outlet (58) is located near the fuse the front console on the indicator light alert display. It is a panel.

  • Page 80: Engine Warning Indicator

    OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Engine Warning Indicator allows the lift cylinder to rise to shorten moment so the operator can make adjustments to the crane and/or prevent The ENGINE WARNING indicator (65) is located at the load tipping. For CE units, a lockout alarm sounds when center of the console on the indicator light alert display.

  • Page 81: Operating Procedures

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES OPERATING PROCEDURES Batteries Check that the battery cables and clamps are tight and not New Crane Conditioning corroded. Your new Grove carrier has been thoroughly tested, Signal And Running Lights adjusted, lubricated, and inspected prior to delivery. However, during the initial hours of operation, an occasional Check all signal and running lights for proper operation.

  • Page 82: Cold Weather Operation

    Operation of cranes at full rated capacities in ambient with an authorized Grove distributor or Manitowoc Crane temperatures between -9°C and -40°C (15°F and -40°F) or Care. Cranes should have appropriate hydraulic oil,...
  • Page 83 Ensure the coolant, transmission sensor kit (Grove part number 90037674). Contact an heater, swivel, battery heater, in-line fuel pump, in-line fuel authorized Grove distributor or Manitowoc Crane Care for heater, and hydraulic reservoir heater are heating properly. additional assistance.

  • Page 84: Crane Warm-Up Procedures

    Lubrication section of your crane’s Operator Manual, by NOTE: Warm-up operation of 4-wheel drive transmission contacting your local Grove distributor, or by contacting engaged in 2-wheel drive only could cause Manitowoc Crane Care directly). transmission damage. Alternate Warm-up Procedures for Truck Mount (TM/ TMS) Cranes: CAUTION Setup the crane on outriggers.

  • Page 85: Axles

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES Engine Operation less than one RPM for at least one complete revolution in the opposite direction. Starting and shutdown procedures for most diesel engines Warm-up Procedures for Temperatures Below -7°C generally follow the same pattern. Therefore, the following (20°F): procedures can be applied except where specific differences are noted.
  • Page 86 OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Cold Engine WARNING Risk of Explosion! Do not spray starting fluid into the air inlet. The spray will contact the heater elements and could explode causing personal injury. NOTE: The engine ECM monitors the engine and, under certain conditions, cycles the air heater on and off at start-up and during operation.

  • Page 87: Transporting The Crane

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES Allow the engine to warm up at least five minutes before RT machines are subject to the same road regulations as applying a load. Do not race the engine for a faster warm any truck, regarding gross weight, width, and length limitations.
  • Page 88 Conduct all travel with the assistance of a ground person ensure that all persons operating or working with the affected to warn the operator of any changing conditions in the models are in compliance with The Manitowoc Company, terrain being traversed. Inc. recommendations. The operator of the crane assumes...
  • Page 89 Ensure wheel chocks are properly placed when parking models are in compliance with The Manitowoc Company, Inc. recommendations. The operator of the crane assumes crane with the parking brake disabled.
  • Page 90 Should the operator need to traverse slopes outside the • Avoid holes, rocks, extremely soft surfaces and any criteria defined in the above guidelines contact The other obstacles that might subject the crane to undue Manitowoc Company, Inc. for further guidance. stresses and possible overturn. • Ensure adequate...
  • Page 91 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES Traveling — Forward Traveling — Reverse Traveling in reverse is accomplished the same way as traveling forward, except for shifting the Transmission Shift CAUTION Lever to reverse (R). Refer to Traveling — Forward, page 3- Machine Damage Hazard! Engage the turntable lock pin for extended travel.
  • Page 92 OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL CAUTION Possible Machine Damage! Before shifting from two-wheel drive to four-wheel drive (or from four back to two), crane travel must be stopped. 6402-1 Stop the crane by depressing the Service Brake Foot Rear Wheel Front-Wheel Pedal.
  • Page 93 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES the differential locks are actuated, the clutch collar When traveling with the differentials locked, do not deviate completely locks the differential case, gearing, and axle from a straight path more than is absolutely necessary. shafts together, thus maximizing traction to both wheels of Engage the differential locks by doing the following: each axle.

  • Page 94: General Crane Operation

    OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL CAUTION WARNING Operate engine at or near governed rpm during preload check of crane functions. Tipping Hazard! Do not operate the crane if the axle oscillation lockout NOTE: Carefully read and become familiar with all crane system is not functioning properly.

  • Page 95: Using Your Load Chart

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES Using the bubble level indicator mounting screws, adjust were the next longer length. For example, if the actual boom the bubble level indicator to show level. length is 50 ft and the chart shows boom lengths of 48 and 54 ft, use the load capacity shown in the 54 ft column.

  • Page 96: Crane Functions

    OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Crane Functions WARNING DANGER Tipping Hazard! Death or serious injury could result from improper crane All four outrigger beams must be deployed to one of three setup on outriggers. positions before beginning operation, which include fully retracted, mid-extend, or fully extended;...
  • Page 97 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES NOTE: For cranes equipped with an Outrigger Monitoring Repeat steps 1 and 2 until the crane is resting on all four System, outrigger positions are automatically wheels and the jack floats are several inches off the monitored through the RCL.
  • Page 98 OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL To lower the boom, push the BOOM control lever forward, CAUTION away from yourself, and hold until the boom is lowered to the Disengage the swing brake and the swing lock pin or 360° desired position.
  • Page 99 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES Lowering And Raising The Hoist Cable (Single Axis CAUTION Controller Option) The operator must select the proper load chart and RCL program for the outrigger position selected. Never push or pull the swing control lever through neutral WARNING to the opposite direction to stop swing motion.
  • Page 100 OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Extending the Boom (Dual Axis Controller Option) NOTE: When the load is stopped at the desired height, the automatic brake will engage and hold the load as long as the control lever remains in neutral. Lowering The Cable WARNING Push the control lever forward to MAIN HOIST DOWN or...

  • Page 101: Control Lever Lockout System

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES Stowing And Parking • Swing Angle Set Limitation • Work Area Definition • Anti-two Block Device DANGER Swing Angle Set Limitation allows left and right swing Never park the crane near holes, or on rocky or extremely angle to be preset.
  • Page 102 OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL THIS PAGE BLANK 3-36 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10...

  • Page 103: General

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES SECTION 4 SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES SECTION CONTENTS General ........4-1 Erecting And Stowing The Swingaway Boom Installing Cable On The Hoist .

  • Page 104: Cable Reeving

    SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Slowly rotate the drum, ensuring the first layer of cable is Within the limits of the load and range charts and permissible evenly wound onto the drum. line pull, multi-part lines allow the operator to raise a greater load than can be raised with a single part line.
  • Page 105 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Upper Boom Nose Sheaves To Hoist Bottom Boom Nose Sheaves Ball SINGLE PART LINE To Hoist Ball SINGLE PART LINE USING BOOM EXTENSION FIGURE 4-4 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10 GROVE...
  • Page 106 SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Upper Boom Nose Sheaves To Main Hoist To Aux Hoist Bottom Boom Nose Sheaves Aux. Nose Boom Nose Dead End To Main Hoist Upper Boom Nose Sheaves BALL Hookblock To Aux Hoist Sheaves FOUR PARTS LINE Bottom Boom Nose Sheaves...
  • Page 107 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Upper Boom Upper Boom Nose Sheaves Nose Sheaves To Main Hoist To Main Hoist To Aux Hoist To Aux Hoist Bottom Boom Nose Sheaves Bottom Boom Nose Sheaves Aux. Nose Boom Nose Aux. Nose Dead End Ball Boom Nose...

  • Page 108: Dead-End Rigging/Wedge Sockets

    Manitowoc Crane Group specifies the size, type, class and will wear into the rope causing damage to the rope and line pulls for wire rope, predominately rotation resistant wire eventual failure.

  • Page 109: Dead-End Rigging

    Wire Rope Clip Torque Values block system and other components during use of the crane. Clip Sizes Torque Of the methods shown below, Manitowoc prefers that Inches lb-ft method A or F be used, i.e., clipping a short piece of wire 3.18...

  • Page 110: Erecting And Stowing The Swingaway Boom Extension

    SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL ERECTING AND STOWING THE Erecting SWINGAWAY BOOM EXTENSION General Warnings DANGER To prevent serious injury or death, do not stand on crane decking until boom extension is secure. DANGER Fully extend and set the outriggers using normal setup To prevent serious injury or death, always wear personal procedures.

  • Page 111: Stowing

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES b. Remove dummy plug (1) Figure 4-9 from junction ahead of the boom nose, engaging the attachment box on boom nose. fittings with the anchor fittings on the left side of the boom nose. DANGER Do not modify the attachment points to permit the installation of the attachment pins.
  • Page 112 SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL standard nose section in order to be stowed. Refer to Setting The Offset, page 4-14 and/or Setting The Telescoping Swingaway Length, page 4-15. Fully retract the boom and swing to over-the-front. Lower the boom to minimum elevation. Remove the cable retainer pin from the swingaway tip.
  • Page 113 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES FIGURE 4-14 Item Description Item Description Swingaway Boom Nose Attach Fitting Front Stowage Bracket Offset Links Rear Stowage Bracket Attach Pins and Retainer Clips Telescoping Section Swingaway Nose Mast Assembly Offset Pivot Point Boom Nose Telescope Section Retainer Pin Swingaway Anchor Fitting...
  • Page 114 SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL 6778-3 6778-2 In Position Out Position Item Description Item Description Handle Swingaway Hitch Pin Sliding Support Wear Pads Vertical Adjustment Screw Hitch Pin Hitch Pin Clip DETAIL B Rear Stowage Bracket Item Description Lower Hangar Upper Hangar Vertical Adjustment Screw...
  • Page 115 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES FIGURE 4-14 continued Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10 4-13 GROVE...

  • Page 116: Setting The Offset

    SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Slowly elevate and telescope the boom at the same time until the offset links take the full weight of the CAUTION swingaway. Do not allow the swingaway to slam into the stowage d. Reeve the hoist cable as described under normal bracket when swinging into the stowed position.

  • Page 117: Setting The Telescoping Swingaway Length

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Setting The Telescoping Swingaway Length While controlling the extension of the telescoping swingaway section with the hoist cable, raise and/or Extending retract the boom allowing the section to slide out of the base until the holes line up. Extend and set the outriggers and swing the boom to over the front.
  • Page 118 SET-UP AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL THIS PAGE BLANK 4-16 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10...

  • Page 119: Section 5

    Grove ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Cranes distributor or Manitowoc Crane Care. Lube intervals are to be used as a guideline only. Actual lube Dispose of waste properly! Improperly disposing of waste intervals should be formulated by the operator to correspond can threaten the environment.

  • Page 120: Standard Lubricants

    LUBRICATION RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Standard Lubricants standard lubricants are effective in ambient temperatures down to -9°C (15°F). Refer to TABLE 5-1: for a list of the Standard lubricants are used on all Grove cranes unless the recommended standard lubricants. crane is ordered with a cold weather package. These TABLE 5-1: Standard Lubricants [Down to -9°C (15°F)] Recommended Lubricant Lubricant/Fluid...

  • Page 121: Arctic Lubricants And Conditions

    Arctic fuel bands. Therefore, always check with an authorized Grove distributor or Manitowoc Crane Care if in doubt of the -40°C (-40°F) Package suitability of a specific fluid or lubricant.
  • Page 122 LUBRICATION RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL TABLE 5-2: Cold Weather Lubricants [Down to -29°C (-20°F)] Recommended Lubricant Lubricant/Fluid Grove Spec. Type Grade Classification Axle Gear Oil Petro-Canada Traxon E Syn- thetic CITGO, Syntetic Gear Lube Eaton, Roadranger EP 6829014058 75W-90 Mobil, Mobilube SCH Shell, Spirax S Sunoco Duragear EP Tier 3/Tier 4 Engine Oil...

  • Page 123: Surface Protection For Cylinder Rods

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL LUBRICATION TABLE 5-3: Cold Weather Lubricants [Down to -40°C (-40°F)] Recommended Lubricant Lubricant/Fluid Grove Spec. Type Grade Classification Axle Gear Oil Petro-Canada Traxon E Syn- thetic CITGO, Syntetic Gear Lube Eaton, Roadranger EP 6829014058 75W-90 Mobil, Mobilube SCH Shell, Spirax S Sunoco Duragear EP Tier 3/Tier 4 Engine Oil...

  • Page 124: Wire Rope Lubrication

    Boeshield® T-9 Premium Metal Protectant. Wire rope is lubricated during manufacturing so that the Manitowoc Crane Care has Boeshield® T-9 Premium Metal strands, and individual wires in strands, may move as the Protectant available in 12 oz. cans that can be ordered rope moves and bends.

  • Page 125: Lubrication Points

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL LUBRICATION LUBRICATION POINTS lubricated with oil once a week. Motor oil, applied sparingly, will provide the necessary lubrication and help prevent the A regular frequency of lubrication must be established for all formation of rust. An Anti-Seize compound may be used if lubrication points.

  • Page 126: Steering And Suspension

    LUBRICATION RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Steering and Suspension Lube Point Figure Approved Lube Item Lube Interval Application Description Lubricant Capacity EP-MPG Extreme Until Steer Cylinder Pressure Figure 5-1 grease 500 hours or 3 months 8 grease fittings Pivot Pins Multipurpose extrudes Grease A6-829-003477 EP-MPG...
  • Page 127 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL LUBRICATION 7115-46 7115-11 7115-6 FIGURE 5-1 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10 GROVE...

  • Page 128: Axles

    LUBRICATION RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Lube Point Figure Approved Lube Item Lube Interval Application Description Lubricant Capacity Axles • Check level every GL-5 500 hours or 3 Extended Fill to bottom of hole months 20.8 l Differentials Figure 5-2 Service Interval in housing on the 44 pt •...
  • Page 129 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL LUBRICATION 7115-46 7115-14 7115-6 FIGURE 5-2 5-11 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10 GROVE...

  • Page 130: Drive Train

    LUBRICATION RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Lube Point Figure Approved Lube Item Lube Interval Application Description Lubricant Capacity Drive Train EO-15W/40 • Through fill cap to Engine Oil FULL mark on SAE 15W-40 • Check level every 10 dipstick a. Engine T3 Engine - hours or daily 14.1 l Crankcase...
  • Page 131 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL LUBRICATION Lube Point Figure Approved Lube Item Lube Interval Application Description Lubricant Capacity AFC 50/50 50/50 Blended • Check coolant level Fully every 10 hours or Formulated daily • Check coolant Engine Cooling Antifreeze level and refill as System and SCA 34 l •...
  • Page 132 LUBRICATION RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL 7115-45 Fill Location 7115-23 Other Side 7115-46 7115-4 7115-19 FIGURE 5-3 5-14 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10...

  • Page 133: Drive Train (Continued)

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL LUBRICATION Lube Point Figure Approved Lube Item Lube Interval Application Description Lubricant Capacity Drive Train (continued) • Replace filter element when indicator shows red Left rear of crane (25” H20). Air Cleaner Filter Figure 5-4 Refer to Service Manual •...
  • Page 134 LUBRICATION RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL 7115-7 7115-8 7115-47 Other Side 7115-10 7115-3 7115-15 FIGURE 5-4 5-16 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10...

  • Page 135: Turntable

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL LUBRICATION Lube Point Figure Approved Lube Item Lube Interval Application Description Lubricant Capacity Turntable • Check and fill every GL-5 50 hours Extended Turntable Gear 4.9 l Fill until oil is at full • Drain and fill after Figure 5-5 Service Interval 5.25 qt...
  • Page 136 LUBRICATION RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL 7115-2 Dipstick 7115-25 7115-47 7115-1 FIGURE 5-5 5-18 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10...

  • Page 137: Outriggers

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL LUBRICATION Lube Point Figure Approved Lube Item Lube Interval Application Description Lubricant Capacity Outriggers EP-MPG Extreme Brush lubricant on Pressure Outrigger Beams Figure 5-6 50 hours or 1 week bottom of outrigger Multipurpose beams Grease A6-829-003477 EP-MPG Brush lubricant on Extreme OD of jack cylinder...
  • Page 138 LUBRICATION RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL 7115-46 7115-24 FIGURE 5-6 5-20 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10...

  • Page 139: Boom

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL LUBRICATION Lube Point Figure Approved Lube Item Lube Interval Application Description Lubricant Capacity Boom EP-MPG Until Extreme Pressure Upper Lift Figure 5-7 greases 500 hours or 3 months 1 grease fittings Multipurpose Cylinder Pin Grease extrudes A6-829-003477 EP-MPG Until Extreme Pressure...
  • Page 140 LUBRICATION RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL 7116-36 7115-49 7116-50 7115-46 Other Side 7115-29 7115-48 7115-32 FIGURE 5-7 5-22 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10...

  • Page 141: Boom (Continued)

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL LUBRICATION Lube Point Figure Approved Lube Item Lube Interval Application Description Lubricant Capacity Boom (continued) EP-MPG Until Extreme Pressure Retract Cable Figure 5-8 grease 250 hours or 3 months 4 grease fittings Multipurpose Sheaves Grease extrudes A6-829-003477 EP-MPG Until Extreme Pressure...
  • Page 142 LUBRICATION RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL 7115-31 7115-35 7115-47 7115-49 7115-38 7115-41 FIGURE 5-8 5-24 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10...

  • Page 143: Hoist

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL LUBRICATION Lube Point Figure Approved Lube Item Lube Interval Application Description Lubricant Capacity Hoist EP-MPG Extreme Until Pressure Mast Sheave Figure 5-9 grease 500 hours or 12 months 1 grease fitting Multipurpose extrudes Grease A6-829-003477 EP-MPG Extreme Until Cable Follower Pressure...
  • Page 144 LUBRICATION RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL 7115-17 7115-34 7115-47 7114-33 7115-33 FIGURE 5-9 5-26 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10...
  • Page 145 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL LUBRICATION Lube Point Approved Lube Item Figure No. Lube Interval Application Description Lubricant Capacity Hoist • Check and fill every EPGL-5H 50 hours or weekly Oil level must be EPMP Gear 11.3 l (12 Main Hoist Figure 5-10 visible in the sight •...
  • Page 146 LUBRICATION RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL 7115-46 91,93 90,92 7115-31 FIGURE 5-10 5-28 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10...

  • Page 147: Hydraulic

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL LUBRICATION Lube Point Approved Lube Item Figure No. Lube Interval Application Description Lubricant Capacity Hydraulic • Use sight gauge on side of tank, with boom down HYDO and all outrigger 507 l (134 Check fluid level every Hydraulic Tank Figure 5-11 Hydraulic Oil...
  • Page 148 LUBRICATION RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL 7115-46 7115-16 FIGURE 5-11 5-30 Published 05-02-2018 Control # 088-10...

  • Page 149: General

    RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST SECTION CONTENTS General ........6-1 Daily or 10 Hour Check List .

  • Page 150: Weekly Or 50 Hour Check List

    MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Transmission/Torque Converter: Check for proper service/level. Cooling System: Check for proper service/level. Check for cracks or leaks. Fuel/Water Separator: Drain moisture. Air Cleaner: Check for proper service/level.Check for cracks or leaks. Hook Block and Headache Ball Safety Latch: Check for proper working order. Check for cracks and leaks. Check for excessive wear.
  • Page 151 RT600E OPERATOR MANUAL Alphabetical Index Accidents ............. 2-2 Boom Extension.
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