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Hoeflon International B.V. recommends that the original copy of this user manual, including all the annexes, be kept in a safe, central place. It is also a good idea to keep a copy of this user manual near the machine at the workplace.
Directives. The EC Declaration of Conformity is attached as an annex. Changes Changes may only be made to the compact crane after written consultation with Hoeflon International B.V. These changes must be documented in the crane logbook. All changes to the machine must be documented in this user manual as well as in all copies. The party that makes the changes is responsible for doing so.
GENERAL DISCRIPTION Technical data 2.3.1 Technical specifications The technical data for the compact cranes are shown below. General data Machine brand Hoeflon Serial number 03 12 1089 C1 (1089=service number) Maximum slope angle 15° Clearance angle 20° Maximum lean angle 2°...
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Weight 30° section 10 kg Weight of manual jib extension 11 kg Maximum ground pressure per surface area Kg/cm Max. load horizontal retracted 550 kg Max. load horizontal extended 190 kg Max. winch load 420 kg User Manual Compact Crane C1...
GENERAL DISCRIPTION 2.3.2 Drawings The views of the compact crane are shown below. Figure 3: front and side view C1 2.3.3 Sound pressure level The noise measurements were conducted on a flat surface. Noise level dB(A) 8 metres 16 metres Front, engine side Electric motor, battery version...
Remote control Hoeflon 2.3.6 Electrical system (battery pack drive) The specifications for the electrical system are shown below. Electrical system Batteries 2x 12 V 225 Ah Electric motor 24 V 2 kW Remote control Hoeflon User Manual Compact Crane C1...
GENERAL DISCRIPTION Type plate A type plate containing the machine data is mounted on the compact crane. This type plate may not be removed. Figure: 4 The CE Marking is shown on the type plate to show that the compact crane meets the requirements of applicable European Directives.
Moreover, the machine may also be damaged. It is not permitted to use the machine in a way other than prescribed without express written permission from Hoeflon International B.V. Every employee must be familiar with all the instructions in this user manual. Failure to heed this requirement is considered to be negligence.
The warranty starts on the day the compact crane is first put in use. This is also the day that is stated on the warranty form. If changes are made to the Tracked Carrier by anyone other than a Hoeflon International B.V. employee, the warranty will be void.
Never transport the compact crane without first ensuring that the crane is fully collapsed, retracted and locked, and there is no load DANGER! on the crane; otherwise there is a risk of dangerous situations and possible damage to the machine! User Manual Compact Crane C1...
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It is prohibited to bypass a sensor; doing so can cause danger to life and damage to the machine. Contact Hoeflon International B.V. DANGER! immediately in the event of a defective sensor.
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Only suitable, trained persons who are familiar with the content of this user manual and have completed the user training provided by WARNING! Hoeflon International B.V. may operate or work with the compact crane! Dangerous situations can arise in which there is intense interaction...
SAFETY of the machine, get advice from a specialist or contact your dealer or the manufacturer. The compact crane may only be moved by means of hold-to-run control. Always maintain a good view of the surrounding area, to CAUTION! avoid hitting people or objects. Use communication equipment if the operator does not have a complete overview of the working area of the compact crane.
On the cover of the electrical UNAUTHORISED PERSONS TO unauthorised persons to be cabinet BE WITHIN THE WORKING RANGE OR DANGER ZONE OF within the working range or THE MACHINE DANGER ZONE of the machine. User Manual Compact Crane C1...
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SAFETY Pictogram Meaning Location Check that all safety devices On the cover of the electrical ATTENTION are installed correctly before cabinet CHECK THAT ALL SAFETY starting up the machine. DEVICES ARE INSTALLED CORRECTLY BEFORE STARTING UP THE MACHINE Always consult the user On the cover of the electrical ATTENTION manual before taking any...
A signal column is fitted on the compact crane. If the red light is on, the crane is at or above 100% load capacity. At 100% the signal column produces an audible signal. Crane operation 100% load (red lamp lights) 100% load (an audible signal sounds) Figure 7: Signal column User Manual Compact Crane C1...
WORKING WITH THE COMPACT CRANE WORKING WITH THE COMPACT CRANE Every employee must observe the following rules/warnings while working with the compact crane. Never enter the working area; this can have serious DANGER! consequences. Do not let unauthorised persons enter the working area of the DANGER! compact crane.
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The directions of movement of the remote control with respect to the compact crane match best if you are behind the compact crane. Use the toolbox only for crane parts and the tools necessary for working with the compact crane (if present). User Manual Compact Crane C1...
WORKING WITH THE COMPACT CRANE Daily inspection prior to use The engine must be stopped when topping off oil, coolant or DANGER! fuel; DO NOT smoke while performing these tasks. For your own safety and to obtain the maximum service life from your equipment, it is of great importance that you always inspect the condition of the compact crane before use.
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Check that the emergency stop button functions correctly; never perform lifting operations if the emergency stop button is not functioning properly. If defective, always have this repaired immediately! Check for wear of the winch cable, hook and other lifting accessories. User Manual Compact Crane C1...
WORKING WITH THE COMPACT CRANE Controls 6.2.1 Remote control The compact crane is operated by remote control; the buttons and functions of the remote control are explained in this section. The transmitter is splash and rain-proof. Never clean the transmitter and receiver with high pressure and do not immerse them. ...
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On/off button electric motor Extend crawler tracks. Not used Retract crawler tracks. On/off button Yanmar diesel engine Work light (optional) Preheat button Yanmar diesel engine This function is not used This function is not used User Manual Compact Crane C1...
WORKING WITH THE COMPACT CRANE 6.2.2 Function mapping This function allows you to assign different functions to the levers. As standard, it is set to default. If you set it to custom, then it is set the same as many lorry loader cranes. ...
100%. If everything is working properly, press the ✓ button and the settings will be saved (see figure 22). Figure: 22 Pressing twice will now take you back to the home screen. User Manual Compact Crane C1...
WORKING WITH THE COMPACT CRANE 6.2.4 Changing the transmitter battery To change the battery in the transmitter, proceed as follows: Switch off the transmitter and the machine. Remove the battery from the transmitter (figure 23). Figure: 23 Replace the battery in the transmitter with the battery in the battery charger on the inside of the engine shroud (see figure 24).
Connection for emergency control cable Battery meter Indicates how much charge is left in the battery (for battery version only) Blade-type fuse 15A, printed circuit boards Emergency stop Switches the machine off as quickly as possible. User Manual Compact Crane C1...
WORKING WITH THE COMPACT CRANE Crane functions/operation Make sure the crane and the track undercarriage are parallel to one another before use of the boom! In case of overload, retract the extendable sections of the crane until the load is once more within the safe working area of the crane.
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Only operate the machine in the slow operating speed. When using guide lines, clear the surrounding areas to eliminate the risk of tripping and the risk that the guide line will get caught and/or damaged. User Manual Compact Crane C1...
WORKING WITH THE COMPACT CRANE Driving the compact crane On slopes: Maximum slope angle Forwards 15° Backwards 23° DANGER! Retracted tracks: 15° Sideways Extended tracks: 23° It is forbidden to be beside the compact crane while driving. This is DANGER! due to the risk of instability.
Once the engine is running and if you had the choke in the CLOSED position for a cold start, gradually move the choke to the OPEN position as the engine warms up (see figure 30). Figure: 28 Figure: 29 Figure: 30 User Manual Compact Crane C1...
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WORKING WITH THE COMPACT CRANE Start the Yanmar engine as follows: Open the fuel shut-off (see figure 31). Set the throttle knob to the correct position by loosening the black knob (twist anticlockwise) and sliding it down. When it is in the correct position, turn it clockwise again to secure it in place (see figure 32).
The C1 can also be driven if the boom is raised, but the boom angle may not exceed 55°. If raised further, it will no longer drive (due to the risk of tipping over backwards). User Manual Compact Crane C1...
WORKING WITH THE COMPACT CRANE Function/operation winch Max. winch load is 420 kg. DANGER! Make sure the cable runs through the grooves in the cable sheaves DANGER! and the slot in the winch head stop plate! Make sure the winch cable does not have any damage, wear, twists DANGER! or kinks.
Attachment of winch head Remove the winch head from the ballast support (see figure 35). Figure: 35 Attach it to the boom with the locking pin. Secure the pin (see figure 36). Figure: 36 User Manual Compact Crane C1...
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WORKING WITH THE COMPACT CRANE Activating winch operation Activate the winch control by pressing the ✓ button on the remote control (see figure 37). Figure: 37 Then open settings by pressing the ✓ button. Now move the arrow on the screen to winch state with the button.
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Hang the eye around the support and carefully roll up the winch cable and gently pull it tight. Figure: 42 Deactivate the winch by setting the Winch state to Disabled in the remote control menu (see figure 43). Figure: 43 User Manual Compact Crane C1...
WORKING WITH THE COMPACT CRANE 6.5.2 Order of operations winch head and manual jib extension plus additional 30 degree adjustable section Preparation Make sure the attachments are removed from the boom, stored properly and secured in place. Make sure the boom is horizontal and retracted. Attaching 30°...
30° adjustable section with winch head lowered (see 0 degrees 75 degrees Figure 48). (Attention! Fit the extra roller in the winch head – see arrow.) 30° adjustable section with winch head raised (see 0 degrees 60 degrees Figure 47). User Manual Compact Crane C1...
WORKING WITH THE COMPACT CRANE 6.5.4 Attaching winch weight Max. winch load is 420 kg. DANGER! Make sure the cable runs through the grooves in the cable sheaves and the slot in the winch head stop plate! DANGER! The winch will stop automatically when there are 3 rotations of steel cable remaining on the winch drum.
Lock the ballast by turning the lip on the locking pin again. The pin is spring- loaded and will snap back into place. Perform the steps in reverse to slide the ballast in again. Figure: 52 User Manual Compact Crane C1...
WORKING WITH THE COMPACT CRANE 6.5.7 Charging battery version During the charging process an explosive gas mixture is formed in the battery pack. Short circuits, open flame and spark discharge in WARNING! the immediate vicinity of the battery may cause an explosion. The battery version is powered by a 48 volt battery pack located in the crane.
Always correctly reinstall any protection measures that have DANGER! been removed! Only your dealer or Hoeflon International may perform work on the machine’s electrical and hydraulic systems. WARNING! Attention! Parts of the engine may still be hot. Let them cool...
Thereafter the compact crane requires scheduled service annually or every 250 hours of operation. It must also be inspected annually. It is recommended that you have the scheduled service and inspections performed by your dealer or Hoeflon International B.V. First use ...
○ Stop valves and pressure relief valve Test ○ Hydraulic system Flush ○ Electrical system Wiring connectors Check ○ Emergency stop and sensors Check ● Voltage Check ○ Electrolyte level of battery pack Check ○ User Manual Compact Crane C1...
MAINTENANCE/TROUBLESHOOTING Lubrication chart Lubricate the compact crane as shown in the lubrication chart below, paying particular attention to the following: Clean the grease nipples thoroughly before lubrication. Remove excess/old grease from the masts. Use clean greases, stored in sealed packaging. ...
If the chains are soiled to the point that lubrication no longer helps, clean with petroleum ether or diesel. Do not clean with acidic agents or a high pressure hose. These can damage the chains. Check the chain regularly for lubrication, rust, breaks in the pins/plates and wear and tear. User Manual Compact Crane C1...
MAINTENANCE/TROUBLESHOOTING Lubricate the chain every 100 hours. 7.6 Battery charger This battery charger is present on a C1 with 230 V electric motor. This battery charger ensures that the battery of the compact crane is always charged when the crane is operated from 230 V rather than from the Yanmar or Honda engine.
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Reversed polarity. Swap the battery connections. Continuously lit The battery voltage is too low to detect orange LED the state of charge. Temporarily connect an extra battery to the machine via the start assistance terminals or contact your dealer. User Manual Compact Crane C1...
The warnings above must be heeded for all work performed in connection with a malfunction. A number of possible malfunctions are shown hereafter. If a malfunction occurs that is not listed in this user manual, contact your dealer or Hoeflon International B.V. U.C1.00.00.EN Version 2.0...
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Reset battery charger by disconnecting 230 V plug, waiting 10 sec. and plugging it in again. Crunching sound during Pivot points not sufficiently Lubricate pivot points in movements lubricated accordance with the lubrication chart User Manual Compact Crane C1...
MAINTENANCE/TROUBLESHOOTING 7.7.1 Fault codes Fault code Problem Possible solution. If this does not work, contact Hoeflon. E001 Problem in software Contact Hoeflon E002 Problem in software Contact Hoeflon E003 Problem in software Contact Hoeflon E004 Problem in software Contact Hoeflon...
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Fault code Problem Possible solution. If this does not work, contact Hoeflon. E063 Not used E064 Not used E065 Not used E066 Problem with connection Switch machine off and on again. E067 Problem with connection Switch machine off and on again.
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MAINTENANCE/TROUBLESHOOTING Fault code Problem Possible solution. If this does not work, contact Hoeflon. E117 Incorrect value bin angle sensor Switch machine off and on again. E118 Incorrect value bin dummy sensor Check whether dummy plug is connected correctly E119 Not used...
6.4; when driving the machine up the ramps the operator must be assisted by a person who provides instructions concerning the driving direction. Stop the motor/engine as described in section 6.4. Set the switch on the electrical cabinet to position '0'. User Manual Compact Crane C1...
TRANSPORT, STORAGE, DISPOSAL Secure the machine by attaching four lashing straps to the machine. Attach two lashing straps to the eye at the bottom of the inner mast (see figure 56) and pull it towards the front (one to left front and one to right front).
Connect the battery cables; pay attention to the polarity. Perform the daily inspection. If the compact crane will be placed in storage for more than six months, contact Hoeflon International B.V. for the procedure to CAUTION! be followed. Disposal Dispose of waste in accordance with the applicable local regulations.
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