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User Guide
C30e Compact crane
Translation of the original instructions
Serial no.:
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U.C30e.00.00.EN
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  • Page 1 User Guide C30e Compact crane Translation of the original instructions Serial no.: Delivery date: Reference: U.C30e.00.00.EN Version:...
  • Page 2 U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2.9 Moving the crane 2.10 Electrical 2.11 After work 2.12 Emergency stop 2.13 Rated Capacity Limiter (RCL) 2.14 Pictograms 3. Technical data 3.1 Dimensions 3.2 Center of gravity 3.2.1 With jib 3.2.2 No jib 3.3 Specifications User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 4 4.7.1 Remove the cover of the compartment at the rear of the crane 4.7.2 Overview 4.8 Carrier arms 4.9 Work lights 4.10 Stack lights 4.11 Spirit levels 5. Remote control 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Buttons 5.2.1 Control buttons for the compact crane 5.2.2 Navigation panel 5.2.3 110% button U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 5 7.4.2 Maximum slope angles when moving the crane 7.5 Setting the outriggers 7.5.1 Preparation 7.5.2 How to set the outriggers 7.6 Using the outrigger extensions 7.7 Setting the counterweight 7.7.1 Preparation 7.7.2 How to set the counterweight 7.8 Pick up mode User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 6 8.8.2 Maximum angle of the jib when lifting with the hook 8.8.3 Searcher hook positions in the angle adapter 8.8.4 Maximum angle of the jib with the searcher hook 8.9 Remove the winch roll 8.10 Lifting with the jib and the winch U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 7 9.8.1 Chain maintenance 9.8.2 Lubricate the chains 9.9 Crawler tracks 9.9.1 Inspect the tension 9.9.2 Loosen a crawler track 9.9.3 Tighten a crawler track 10. Troubleshooting 10.1 The remote control cannot connect with the crane User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 8 11.2 Lifting the crane 11.3 Putting the compact crane in storage 11.3.1 Putting the crane in storage without a charging facility 12. Disposal 12.1 Dispose of the C30e Compact crane 12.2 Waste disposal Appendix 13.1 Load chart - Counterweight 13.2 Load chart - Pick and carry 13.3 Load chart with boom and jib section interlocks...

  • Page 9: Revision Control

    All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, kept in a storage system, or transmitted in any form or by any means (electronically or mechanically, including photocopying, recording or otherwise) without the prior written permission of Hoeflon International B.V. This also applies to the accompanying drawings and charts.

  • Page 10: Preface

    PREFACE Thank you for buying the Hoeflon C30e Compact crane. We hope that you enjoy using it and that you will enjoy using it for many years to come. This user manual contains the operating instructions for the Hoeflon C30e Compact crane. In this user manual we will refer to it as the compact crane.

  • Page 11: Target Audience

    Only use the compact crane if you are sufficiently trained and fully know how to use the compact crane. Obey your local laws on training and equipment competence. Hoeflon International B.V. can give training on how to use the compact crane Always stay safe in familiar and unfamiliar situations.
  • Page 12 Maintenance gives information on the necessary maintenance. Troubleshooting lists possible faults and how to solve them. Transport and storage gives recommendations for transporting and putting the compact crane in storage. Disposal gives instructions for the disposal of the compact crane. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 13: Introduction

    The compact crane is designed so that charging and working can be done at the same time by connecting the compact crane to mains power at the workplace. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 14: Ec Declaration

    Only use the compact crane as intended and as described in this manual. 1.2 EC Declaration Hoeflon International B.V. declares that the compact crane conforms with the applicable European Directives. The EC Declaration of Conformity is part of the documentation which is supplied with the compact crane.

  • Page 15: Safety

    Always be aware of the weight of the components and the loads. Only use the correct tools. Keep the compact crane clean. 2.2 Notes on the safety features Warning Do not remove, bypass or disable safety equipment. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 16: General

    2. Safety 2.2.1 General If a sensor does not give an indication, speak to your Hoeflon dealer or to Hoeflon Support B.V. immediately. Do not: continue working. remove, bypass or disable safety equipment. remove, bypass or disable a sensor. change the pressure settings.

  • Page 17: Work Environment

    Do not use the compact crane: if it is not safe, near high voltage cables, during lightning storms, in an explosive environment. Do not put the compact crane on, in or adjacent to holes. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 18: During Setup

    Continuously monitor the tip of the boom or the tip of the jib and the load. Make sure that the boom, the jib and the load do not hit anything. Do not let unauthorized people in the work area. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 19: During Lifting

    The boom is flexible and bends when lifting the load. The boom will spring back when the load is put down. Always: Use low gear and low speed when handling a load. The LED must be OFF. Lift a load at its center of gravity. Attach the load correctly. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 20: Working With Long Loads

    Put the tracks in the "extended" position (if possible). Be careful if you move the crane while the tracks are retracted. Retract the jib and fold it in. Retract and lower the boom. Retract the counterweight. Raise and retract the outriggers. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 21: Electrical

    Put the main switch at the rear of the compact crane in position 0. Do not push the emergency stop buttons. Do not: do any work on the electrical system, remove or open the HV box, open or disassemble the battery / batteries or charger. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 22: After Work

    The red lamp in the stack light comes ON and the acoustic signal operates. At this time the compact crane can only move the load so that it goes back into the safe range. The outreach is reduced. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 23: Pictograms

    On the left and right sides of the boom and the jib. Lashing point On the four corners of the undercarriage frame. Charge indicator for the 80 V On the support for the battery attachments. User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 24 On the crane at pivot points and on the outriggers at the cylinders. Warning for electrical voltage On the HV box. On the housing of the motor controller. Warning for non-ionising radiation On the left side of the boom near the receiver. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 25: Technical Data

    27° 2085 3915 1216 Note The dimensions are: without the jib. with the tracks retracted. with the winch turned down next to the boom (see 8.12.1 Turn the winch down next to the boom) User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 26: Center Of Gravity

    Note The width of the crawler tracks can be set independently. 3.2 Center of gravity 3.2.1 With jib Measured from: the center line of the slewing ring, The bottom of the tracks when they are fully retracted. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 27: No Jib

    Winch head 13 kg Hook block 80 kg Lift hook adapter 4 kg Angle adapter 10 kg Searcher hook 7 kg 3.3.3 Maximum loads See the load charts for the maximum loads (see Appendix) User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 28: Maximum Lean Angles

    Maximum slope angle (rearward) 23° Clearance angle 20° Maximum outrigger pressure per outrigger 8650 kg Maximum angle from horizontal during lifting 5° Transport position ground pressure 0.76 kg/cm2 Ground clearance 200 mm (with retracted tracks) 325 mm (with extended tracks) U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 29: Electrical System

    85 liter Pump type Gear pump Maximum pump pressure 265 bar 3.3.11 Remote control Frequency 434 MHz Range 250 m Display 3-inch TFT LCD Battery Exchangeable Portability Hip or shoulder strap Control Accurate proportional control User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 30 3. Technical data U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 31: Description

    Description User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 32: Main Components

    Section 4 Front compartment Section 5 battery, motor controller, Arm to remove the counter weight tank for hydraulic oil, Hydraulic / electric reel view glass for hydraulic oil. Winch Stack lights hook block Counterweight Lift cylinder for the boom U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 33: Boom

    Quick connect of the boom Section 3 Section 4 Section 5 4.1.1 Boom The boom: consists of five sections fitted one inside the other. is very compact. extends or retracts with a hydraulic cylinder. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 34: Counterweight

    4.1.3 Outriggers The C30e Compact crane has outriggers to offset the load weight and to increase stability when the crane is in use. The outriggers are heavy beams that extend from the chassis and use a flat pad to evenly distribute the crane’s load.

  • Page 35: Accessories

    Only use the winch in combination with a jib, the winch head, the hook block and the hook. Caution The winch cable will become tangled if you do not use the hook block. The hook block is kept at the front of the C30e Compact crane. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 36: Fly Jib

    The fly jib has five sections, four of these sections extend (or retract) hydraulically. The C30e Compact crane can be used with or without the jib, depending on the lift (see 8.2 Different ways to lift a load) Put the jib on the transport trolley or in a safe place on the floor when it is not used (see 7.9.2 Removing the Jib) 4.3 Lifting attachments...

  • Page 37: Lifting Adapter And Hook

    The rubber ring protects the load and the crane during lifting. 4.3.2 Angle adapter Use the angle adapter to install a searcher hook or winch head at 30°, 15°, 0° or -30° to the jib. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 38: Searcher Hook

    Install the searcher hook on the angle adapter (see 7.10.3 Searcher hook). 4.3.4 Winch head Winch cable pulley - Only use at 30° setting. Reeving pulley - One groove. Locking pin - To secure cable from moving off the pulley. Reeved cable - Secured to locking pin. Winch stop. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 39 Only use the winch head in combination with a jib, the winch, the hook block and hook. Install the winch head on the angle adapter (see 7.10.4 Winch head) The winch head lets you reeve the cable one time, this increases the lifting capacity two times. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 40: Storage Compartments

    Rubber protection ring Bag with paint and fuses Cable for counter weight removal Chain for counter weight removal Two shackles - 3250 kg Four pins to prevent a load moving off the carrier arms (see 4.8 Carrier arms). U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 41: Charging Cables

    Charges the crane with all three chargers - fast Note Do not interchange the cables. 4.6 Controls The start / stop key switch and the emergency stop are at the rear of the crane. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 42: Rear Compartment

    Remove the cover of the compartment at the rear of the crane to get access to the components. Remove the bolts at the two sides of the cover at the front of the cover. Pull the cover to the rear. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 43: Overview

    OX battery pack, Fuse box. 4.8 Carrier arms The C30e Compact crane has four carrier arms. You can transport steel beams or similar items on these carrier arms. The carrier arms are kept in the tracks on the two sides of the crane.

  • Page 44: Work Lights

    The undercarriage has two work lights on the front and two work lights on the rear. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 45: Stack Lights

    Override without protection (see 8.4 Bridging device) 4.11 Spirit levels A spirit level is installed on the chassis on the two sides of the crane. Use them to make sure that the crane is level. User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 46 4. Description U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 47: Remote Control

    Remote control 5.1 Introduction Use the remote control to operate the C30e Compact crane. Wear the remote control using the belt or shoulder strap. Always have a second battery in the charger. Keep the remote control clean. Make sure that you can read the pictograms and the display.

  • Page 48: Buttons

    This button operates the horn when the crane is connected. Temporarily (see 5.2.3 110% button) increase RCL Electric motor Start and stop the electric motor. The electric motor is ON when the LED is ON. Undercarriage / LED OFF: undercarriage (driving) superstructure LED ON: superstructure (lifting) toggle U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 49 Retract counterweight in superstructure mode. Work light (see 5.2.6 Work light) Lock/unlock This button controls the multitool. Refer to the manual of the multitool multitool for more information. Note If a LED is lit, the function is active. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 50: Navigation Panel

    The crane has an automatic gear shift in HIGH gear. If the hydraulic pressure gets too high (for example: when turning) the compact crane automatically switches to LOW gear. When the hydraulic pressure decreases again the compact crane will shift back to HIGH gear. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 51: Undercarriage / Superstructure Toggle Button

    Make sure that the superstructure is active (LED is ON). Push button one time The work light on the boom goes ON. Push button two times The work light om the jib goes ON. The work light on the boom goes OFF. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 52: Levers

    If the LED on button is OFF, the levers operate the undercarriage of the crane. Image Function Pull the lever rearward Push the lever forward Lower / raise outrigger (FL– Down front left) Extend / retract outrigger (FL– Retract Extend front left) Lower / raise outrigger (RL – Down rear left ) U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 53 Operate crawler track (L – Backwards Forwards left) Operate crawler track (R – Backwards Forwards right) Lower / raise outrigger (RR – Down rear right) Extend / retract outrigger (RR Retract Extend – rear right) User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 54 – front right) Superstructure If the LED on button is ON, the levers operate the superstructure of the crane. Image Function Pull the lever rearward Push the lever forward Slew boom Left Right Extend / retract boom Retract Extend U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 55 5.3 Levers Image Function Pull the lever rearward Push the lever forward Extend / retract jib Retract Extend Winch in / out Lift / lower jib Lift Lower Lift / lower boom Lift Lower User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 56: Calibration

    Start the remote control. Push the Confirm button (1) to go into the remote control menu. Push the Down arrow to move the arrow in the MENU 6.5 V display until it points to Lever calibration. Settings Lever calibration U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 57 Push the Confirm button (1). The text Put levers in 6.5 V center is now displayed. Put levers in center Make sure that all the levers are in the center 100% position. -90% -100% User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 58 Incorrect calibration This screen is shown if a lever does not operate 6.5 V correctly. Move levers back and forth Do not use the compact crane. 100% Speak to your your Hoeflon dealer. -90% -100% Invalid U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 59: Function Mapping

    5.3 Levers 5.3.3 Function mapping The default lever configuration is set by Hoeflon. You can change the configuration so that the C30e Compact crane is operated in the same way as many truck-mounted cranes. You can only change the lever configuration for the superstructure. You cannot change the lever configuration of the undercarriage.
  • Page 60 Push the Down arrow (3) to move the arrow in SETTINGS 6.5 V the display until it points to Function mapping: Winch state: Hoeflon. Function mapping: Hoeflon Track state: Both enabled Push the Right arrow (5). Winch reeving factor: 1 The Function mapping toggles between "Hoeflon"...

  • Page 61: Display

    Extend Raise and lower winch Raise Lower 5.4 Display 5.4.1 While controlling the undercarriage If the LED on button is OFF, the levers operate the undercarriage of the crane. The following display is shown. User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 62 The angle between the outrigger and the centerline of the crane. Front Lifting capacity - Front The permitted lifting capacity in percent. This value is determined by: The angles of the outriggers. The current Outreach radius. The value given by the load chart (see Appendix) U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 63: Pick Up Mode

    When the crane is in Pick up mode the letters PU are displayed in the top right corner of the display Note If no accessories or lifting attachments are installed then the crane is in "Pick up mode" When the crane is in Pick Up mode it cannot lift or register a load. User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 64 5. Remote control 6.5 V 0.2° U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 65: Pick And Carry Mode

    5.4.4 While controlling the superstructure If the LED on button is ON, the levers operate the superstructure of the crane. The display that is shown has information on: the boom the jib. the counterweight. User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 66 State of charge of remote More bars > More charge. control battery Replace the battery when only the red bar shows (see 5.6 Replacing and charging the remote control battery) Voltage The battery voltage of the remote control. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 67 The horizontal distance between the center of the slewing ring and the tip of the jib. Angle of boom The angle between the boom and the horizontal. Counterweight position The extended position of the counterweight in mm. Note Only shown if the counterweight is installed. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 68: Pick Up Mode

    Dashes - Weight is not registered in pick up mode. Maximum load Dashes - Maximum load is not registered in pick up mode. Indicator for pick up Tells the operator that the crane is in "Pick up" mode. mode. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 69: Pick And Carry Mode

    You must move the crane back to safety immediately. Above The load is more than the safe working load of 110% the crane. You must move the crane back to safety immediately. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 70: Connect With The Crane

    5.5 Connect with the crane PUSH Start the crane and the remote control. Make sure that the LED on button A is OFF. Note The remote control is already connected to a crane if the LED is ON. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 71: The Led Does Not Flash

    Speak to your your Hoeflon dealer if you still cannot connect. 5.5.2 The LED stops flashing and goes OFF There is a problem with the compact crane. Speak to your Hoeflon dealer. Do not continue working. 5.6 Replacing and charging the remote control battery Push in the two clips (1) on the remote control next to the battery (2).
  • Page 72 Short green flash every 24V connected LED off Battery fully charged 5 seconds Battery not connected Continuous red Fault LED continuous Battery charging 1 A green LED flashing green Charging 0.3 A LED continuous red Fault in the battery U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 73: Care Of The Battery Pack

    Fully charge the battery once a week. This maximizes the battery's performance. 6.2 Charge indicator The C30e Compact crane has a charge indicator that shows the State Of Charge (SOC) and the charging mode (M) of the battery pack. The indicator is on the front of the left accessory bracket.

  • Page 74: Charging The Battery Pack

    Charging starts automatically. During charging, the charge indicator fills up. When the state of charge is above 88%, all LEDs in the SOC column are lit. When the battery is fully charged, all the charging mode LEDs are continuously ON. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 75 6.3 Charging the battery pack Disconnect the charging cable from the crane and the power grid. Put the charging cable back in its storage drawer in the C30e Compact crane. User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 76 6. Care of the battery pack U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 77: Installation

    If the tension is not correct tighten or loosen the track (see 9.9.3 Tighten a crawler track) or (see 9.9.2 Loosen a crawler track) Speak to your Hoeflon dealer if a track is damaged. Do not continue working. Start the crane (see 7.2.1 Starting the crane).

  • Page 78: Starting And Stopping The Crane

    Speak to your Hoeflon dealer if you find any: damage , leaks, worn parts, broken parts.

  • Page 79: Stopping The Crane

    Only retract the tracks if it is really necessary. Note You can set the track width when the crane is standing still or moving. It is recommended, but not necessary, to raise the crane on the outriggers first. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 80: Setting The Track State

    Push button C Extend tracks/counterweight on the remote control to retract the tracks. 7.3.1 Setting the Track state Set the track state so that you can: extend both crawler tracks at the same time (Both enabled) extend the left or the right crawler track separately (Left enabled or Right enabled). U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 81: Moving The Crane

    Push the Back button (6) two times to go back to the home screen. 7.4 Moving the crane 7.4.1 Using the controls Caution Always use maximum track width when you move the crane. Only retract the tracks if it is really necessary. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 82: Maximum Slope Angles When Moving The Crane

    When moving the compact crane on a slope (e.g. up loading ramps onto a transport vehicle), extend the outriggers on the LOW side to stop the crane from tilting (see 7.3 Setting the width of the crawler track). U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 83: Setting The Outriggers

    Release the outrigger that you want to set. Push and hold button "A" to release the two outriggers on the left of the crane. Push and hold button "B" to release the two outriggers on the right of the crane. User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 84 Release the button (A or B) to lock the outriggers. Make sure that each outrigger angle is the same as the angel that is displayed on the remote control. Turn the foot so that the locking lug is free. Turn the foot so that it is loose. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 85: Using The Outrigger Extensions

    Make sure that the ballast does not touch an outrigger when you turn the superstructure. 7.6 Using the outrigger extensions Remove the clip and the locking pin. Pull the extension out to the end stop. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 86: Setting The Counterweight

    Make sure that the green LED on button A is ON. Push button B Extend tracks / counterweight on the remote control to extend the counterweight. Push button C Retract tracks / counterweight on the remote control to retract the counterweight. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 87: Pick Up Mode

    Adjust the crane with the outriggers so that the boom points towards the connection plate on the jib. Push the lever on the top of the boom back. Lock the lever by pushing it to the side. Make sure that the locking pin is fully retracted. User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 88 Make sure that the hoses or the cable don't catch. Lift the jib of the ground. Unlock the lever on the top of the boom and push it towards the jib. Make sure that the locking pin is fully engaged in the jib. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 89: Removing The Jib

    Make sure that the jib doesn't fall. Make sure that the hoses or the cable don't catch. Disconnect the hydraulic hoses and the power plug. Move the hydraulic hoses and the power cable to a safe position. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 90: Attaching An Attachment

    Attach the lifting adapter to the boom or the jib. Attach the 10 ton hook to the lifting adapter. Push the lever on the top of the jib back. Lock the lever by pushing it to the side. Make sure that the locking pin is fully retracted. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 91 Push the inner button into the pin. The steel balls at the other end retract. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 92: Angle Adapter

    Put the angle adapter fully against the jib Push the angle adapter down. Make sure that: the lugs on the side of the jib fully engage, the locking pin is fully engaged in the opening of the angle adapter. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 93: Searcher Hook

    Attach the winch head to the angle adapter (at an angle of -30°). Unlock and remove the pins. Move the winch head into the angle adapter. Make sure that the winch head is turned to the correct angle. Insert the pins and lock them. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 94: Prepare The Crane For Use With The Winch

    Use two sheaves in the hook block for 4 x reeving (jib 5 and jib 9 only). Note Install a jib first if you want to use the winch on the C30e Compact crane(see 7.9 The jib) Always use the winch together with a jib.

  • Page 95: Identify The Winch

    Install the winch head (see 7.10.4 Winch head) Put the crane in the correct position to attach the hook block. 7.11.1 Identify the winch Confirm / go into menu Left Right Down Return to previous menu User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 96 6.5 V SETTINGS Settings menu. Winch state: Make sure that the arrow in the display is next to Function mapping: Hoeflon Track state: Both enabled the Winch state menu. Winch reeving factor: 1 Push the Up arrow (3) or the Down arrow (4) to move the arrow in the display until it points to Winch state..

  • Page 97: Move The Winch Cable In Position

    Pull the cable tight with your hand when wind or unwind the cable. Caution Be very careful that your hand does not get caught when you wind or unwind the cable. Caution Use gloves when you pull the winch cable. User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 98 Over the last roll, move the cable through the slot in the bracket first. Pull the cable through the rollers in the jib. Pull the cable through the brackets on the jib. Move the cable over the roller at the end of the jib. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 99: Attaching The Hook Block

    7.11.3 Attaching the hook block Prepare the crane (see 7.11 Prepare the crane for use with the winch). Set the remote control to use the winch (see 7.11.1 Identify the winch). Set the Winch reeving factor to 1. User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 100 Make sure that there is always tension in the winch cable. If you don't then the cable will tangle, Caution Use gloves when you pull the winch cable. Turn the stop plates of the winch out of the way. Push the forks of the clamp keys together and pull the clamp keys out. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 101 Put the shaft in a drawer in the crane. Remove the small shaft from the hook block. This is the shaft in the center of hook block. Pull the cable while slowly unwinding the cable at the same time User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 102 Push the forks of the clamp keys together and push the clamp keys back in. Release the forks. Make sure that the clamp keys are inserted and locked correctly. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 103: Reeving With The Winch Head

    Put the cable over the wear plate (3). Note Align the eye in the cable with the hole that the pin goes through. Push the pin back into the weight head and through the eye of the cable. Safety the pin. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 104: Attaching The Hook Block With 2 X Reeving

    Move the winch cable in position (see 7.11.2 Move the winch cable in position). Pull the cable while slowly unwinding the cable at the same time Turn the holding plates out of the way. Push the forks of the clamp keys together and pull the clamp keys out. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 105 This is the TOP shaft in the hook block. Remove the small shaft from the hook block. This is the shaft in the center of hook block. Put the shaft in a drawer in the crane. User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 106 Put the winch cable around the single cable sheave. Single cable sheave One disk only. Wide hub. Put the cable sheave in the hook block. Note Align the hole in the cable sheave with the top hole in the hook block. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 107 Push the forks of the clamp keys together and push the clamp keys back in. Release the forks. Make sure that the clamp keys are inserted and locked correctly. Turn the stop plates back in position. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 108: Extending A Carrier Arm

    Attaching the hook block with 4 x reeving Note Reeving four times is only possible with the jib 9. See the jib 9 manual for more information. 7.12 Extending a carrier arm Remove the clip. Remove the pin U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 109 Put the holding pins close to where you expect the side of the load to be. Note Do the procedure in reverse to put the carrier arms in storage. Fully push the carrier arm in when not in use. Put the roll-off protection pins back in the drawer. User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 110 7. Installation U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 111: Operation

    Caution Plan your lift and lift your plan. 8.2 Different ways to lift a load A C30e Compact crane has several options to get the best results of your compact crane. Boom only Boom and jib Boom, winch and jib...

  • Page 112: Guiding The Load

    To move the compact crane back to a safe situation from an unsafe situation. Do not use this function to increase the outreach of the C30e Compact crane or to continue winching. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 113: Emergency Stop

    E110, E250, E015, E014 8.5.4 Restart the crane after an emergency stop. Caution Make sure that it is safe to start the compact crane. Reset the emergency stop. Move a lever. The crane starts. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 114: Boom And Jib Section Interlock

    Slowly move the boom so that the holes at (3) align. Push the pin in the hole in section 3 (3) and lock it with the clip. The chain moves with section 3 and does not extract section 3 when you extend the boom. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 115: Removing The Boom Section Interlock

    Push the inner button into the pin. The steel balls at the other end retract. Pull the pin out of its storage position (1). Push the pin in the hole in section 1 (2). User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 116: Removing The Jib Section Interlock

    Do not forget to switch the bridging device OFF. Keeping the bridging device ON may lead to dangerous situations. 8.7 Lifting the load with the boom The crane lifts with maximum capacity when you lift with only the boom(see 13.1 Load chart - Counterweight). U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 117: Controls

    Extend / Retract boom, Raise / lower boom. (see 5.3.1 Default configuration) 8.7.2 Maximum angle of the boom when lifting with the hook The maximum angle of the boom when you lift with the hook is 65° User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 118: Lifting With The Jib

    For more information on how to install a jib (see 7.9.1 Installing the jib). 8.8.1 Controls Make sure that the superstructure is active (LED is ON). Extend / Retract jib, Lower / raise jib. (see 5.3.1 Default configuration) U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 119: Maximum Angle Of The Jib When Lifting With The Hook

    Lower position of the searcher hook in the adjustable Upper position of the searcher hook in the adjustable section (Position 1) section (position 4) User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 120: Maximum Angle Of The Jib With The Searcher Hook

    Remove the roll. Put the pin back into the roll. Put the roll in a storage bin at the front of the crane. Do steps 1 to 5 in the reverse order to put the winch roll back. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 121: Lifting With The Jib And The Winch

    Caution Look at the winch cable when you unwind the winch. Make sure that the cable is not damaged. Stop work if the winch cable is damaged. Speak to your Hoeflon dealer before you continue working. Install the jib if you want to use the maximum lifting capacity of the winch.

  • Page 122: Maximum Angle Of The Jib With The Angle Adapter

    You can only turn the superstructure while lifting a load if the two tracks are fully extended. The maximum load in "Pick and carry" is smaller than during normal use, (see 13.2 Load chart - Pick and carry) U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 123: Enter "Pick And Carry" Mode Without Lifting A Load

    Push the "Undercarriage / superstructure" button to go into undercarriage mode. The led goes OFF. Raise and retract the outriggers. Make sure that the ballast will not hit the outriggers. Now you can move the crane while lifting. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 124: Reducing The Height Of The Crane

    8.12 Reducing the height of the crane 8.12.1 Turn the winch down next to the boom Turn the winch down next to the boom if you need to reduce the height of the C30e Compact crane. Put the crane on the outriggers (see 7.5 Setting the outriggers).

  • Page 125: Turn The Winch To The Upright Position

    Extend the ballast. Use the ballast as a platform to stand on. Remove the clip and the ring (1). Remove the pin (2). Be careful with the hydraulic leads when you remove the pin. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 126: Removing And Installing The Counterweight

    Lower the boom. Retract the outriggers. 8.13 Removing and installing the counterweight 8.13.1 Remove the counterweight Caution Stay away from the counterweight during removal of the counterweight. Note Remove the counterweight to reduce the net weight of the crane. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 127 Caution Make sure that all lifting equipment is correctly rated. Note Hoeflon has put all these tools in the top drawer of the compact crane. Put the crane on a solid floor. Use the outriggers to make the crane level.
  • Page 128 Push the counterweight lifting bar so that it locks in position. Remove the cable roll that is closest to the jib. The cable roll can also be turned out of the way. Connect the lifting cable to the boom. Use a D-shackle. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 129 Attach the hooks of the two leg chain sling to the lifting eyes in the counterweight. Remove the two bolts of the counterweight retainer plate. Remove the counterweight retainer plate. Extend the boom a small distance so that the counterweight hangs free. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 130: Install The Counterweight

    Set the outriggers at 47° Lift the crane on the outriggers and make it level. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 131 Remove the counterweight retainer plate. Fully retract the frame of the counterweight. Remove the nut from the counterweight lifting bar. Turn the counterweight lifting bar out. Push the counterweight lifting bar so that it locks in position. User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 132 Put the pin back in the inner hole of the shaft. Turn the boom to its farthest rearward position. Turn the crane so that the boom is at 90° to the tracks. Turn the jib so that it is horizontal. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 133 Remove the two leg chain sling and the lifting cable. Put them back in their drawer. Turn the counterweight lifting bar back in position and lock it with the nut. Put the cable roll back in position. User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 134 8. Operation U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 135: Maintenance

    Obey these instructions and make sure that your equipment stays in good condition. Unusual noises or vibrations can indicate a defect in the compact crane. Speak to your Hoeflon dealer immediately and schedule a servicing.

  • Page 136: Maintenance Work

    9. Maintenance 9.2 Maintenance work The risk of accidents increases during maintenance, cleaning and service. Let your Hoeflon dealer do the maintenance on the compact crane. The lubrication and maintenance schedules show all maintenance work and intervals. Make sure that you do the maintenance on time.
  • Page 137 Discard oils, fuels and filters correctly. Make sure that only approved personnel is near the compact crane during repair and maintenance work. Use correct PPE , protective clothing, gloves and safety glasses, when you do maintenance. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 138: Maintenance Schedule

    Inspect ● Boom clearance Inspect/adjust ○ Slewing ring Inspect/tighten ○ ○ Lubricate ● Construction incl. pins, shafts Inspect ○ etc. Boom extension and Inspect ● retraction chains Lubricate ● Plastic slide plates on boom Inspect ○ Lubricate ● U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 139: Crawler Track Undercarriage

    Description of maintenance Action Interval in hours ( o = manufacturer/dealer, ● = owner ) First 50 Daily 1000 4000 hours Tension of crawler tracks Inspect/adjust ● Oil level drive motors Inspect/Fill ○ Replace ○ User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 140: Hydraulic System

    ○ 9.4.4 Electrical system Description of maintenance Action Interval in hours ( o = manufacturer/dealer, ● = owner ) First 50 Daily 1000 4000 hours Wiring connectors Inspect ○ Emergency stop and sensors Inspect ● Voltage Inspect ○ U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 141: Hydraulic System

    For grease fittings use: EP2 9.5.2 Inspect the oil level Make sure that the crane is horizontal. Fully retract the: Boom and the jib Outriggers Counterweight Tracks Stop the crane and remove the key User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 142: Fill The Oil Tank

    Add hydraulic oil until the oil level is between the lines on the sight glass. Fill the tank with new hydraulic oil. Use oil with the correct specifications (see 9.5.1 Lubricants) Put the filler cap back onto the tank. 9.6 Lubrication Lubricate the compact crane as shown in the lubrication chart below. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 143 9.6 Lubrication Note Clean the grease nipples thoroughly before lubrication. Remove excess / old grease from the booms. Use new and clean grease. Note Use INTERFLON GREASE OG or comparable. User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 144 Maintenance 100 h 100 h 50 h 50 h 50 h 50 h 50 h U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 145: Every 50 Hrs

    Fully extend the tracks. Clean the top of the track extenders. Apply grease: to the plastic wear strips. to the top of the track extender beams. to the center of the bottom of the track extender beams. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 146: Grease Nipples On The Drive Of The Slewing Ring

    Do not remove this grease. It functions as a dust seal. Make sure that the seal is still in good condition. Note Push the seal back in position if it is pushed out by the addition of new grease. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 147: Every 100 Hrs

    Speak to your Hoeflon dealer if a chain is broken. Do not continue working. 9.8.2 Lubricate the chains Note Use chain grease.

  • Page 148: Loosen A Crawler Track

    Usually the tension wheel moves to the rear because of the weight of the tracks. Grease flows out of the tensioning cylinder. Clean the unwanted grease off the tension cylinder. Install the bush with the grease nipple back onto the tension cylinder. Caution Do not forget to install the Bouded Seal. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 149: Tighten A Crawler Track

    10 cm above the ground. Attach a grease gun on the grease nipple (A) in the track frame. Pump grease into the tension cylinder until the track tension is correct (see 9.9.1 Inspect the tension). User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 150 9. Maintenance U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 151: Troubleshooting

    Speak to your your Hoeflon dealer if you still cannot connect. 10.1.2 The LED stops flashing and goes OFF There is a problem with the compact crane. Speak to your Hoeflon dealer. Do not continue working. 10.2 Charging the 24V batteries The crane will not start if the 24V batteries are empty.

  • Page 152: Error Codes - 20240206

    Replace the protective cap if it is damaged. Install the compartment cover. 10.3 Error codes - 20240206 The table contains has the error codes that can appear on the display. Do the correction procedure first. If the problem persists, speak to your Hoeflon dealer. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 153 No attachment detected on boom Install an attachment on the boom. Attachment on the boom unknown Install a correct (Hoeflon) attachment on the boom. No (valid) CAN device found on boom. RFID tag is Connect the CAN plug from the attachment.
  • Page 154 Correction procedure Jib5 winch pressure sensor invalid Do a check of the sensor connection. No RFID reader on boom Install a correct (Hoeflon) attachment on the boom. Invalid RFID attachment on boom Install a correct (Hoeflon) attachment on the boom.
  • Page 155 Ballast extension sensor invalid Do a check of the sensor connection. Boom winch pressure sensor invalid Pressure sensor winch boom low Pressure sensor winch boom high The load is too heavy. Reduce the load. User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 156 Outrigger front left recalibration required Recalibrate the sensor: Fully extend the outrigger leg, Fully retract the outrigger leg, Do a check to see if the calibration is correct. Outrigger front right backup mode sensor A Outrigger front right backup mode sensor B U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 157 Ballast extension sensor: recalibration required Jib3 extension sensor: backup mode sensor A Jib3 extension sensor: backup mode sensor B Jib3 extension sensor: recalibration required RCL invalid (probably because 1 of the inputs is invalid) User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 158: Fuses And Relays

    Push the clips on the side of the fuse box (2) and remove the cover. Replace the broken fuse or relay. Close the cover of the fuse box and attach the two clips. Reconnect the battery with the switch. Put the compartment cover back in position.. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 159: Fuses

    Signal column, I/O boom, I/O winch, I/O jib and RFID sensors I/O outrigger feet (left-front, left-rear, right-front and right-rear) Battery charger of the remote control Gateway 3, battery pack 1 and battery pack 2 Key switch and status indicator of the battery pack User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 160 10. Troubleshooting U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 161: Transport And Storage

    Fully lower the boom. Move the outrigger extensions back into the outriggers (see 7.6 Using the outrigger extensions). Retract the outriggers. Put the outriggers UP. Turn the feet in their storage position (vertical). Remove the key. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 162: Put The Crane On The Transport Vehicle

    LOW side to stop the crane from tilting (see 7.3 Setting the width of the crawler track). Note Use an assistant when you move a crane up a ramp. 11.1.3 Securing the crane for transport Note Do not overload the lashing eyes. This will damage the compact crane. U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...
  • Page 163 Fill the space between the front of the two crawler tracks and the headboard of the transport vehicle. If this is not possible then use lashing straps that are rated at 1.5 x the cranes weight at the rear. User guide - C30e Compact crane...

  • Page 164: Lifting The Crane

    11. Transport and storage 11.2 Lifting the crane The C30e Compact crane has four lifting points for lifting the crane. Two lifting points at the front of the boom, Two lifting points at the rear of the boom. They are identified by the "Lifting point" pictogram.

  • Page 165: Putting The Crane In Storage Without A Charging Facility

    If the crane is put in storage without a charging facility nearby then you must inspect the battery voltage weekly. Note Make sure that the SOC is above 30%. Fully charge the battery after a long period of storage. This also resets and calibrates the SOC. User guide - C30e Compact crane...
  • Page 166 11. Transport and storage U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 167: Disposal

    Disposal 12.1 Dispose of the C30e Compact crane Return the C30e Compact crane to your Hoeflon dealer at the end of its life. 12.2 Waste disposal Note Refer to local regulations when you discard waste material. Incorrect disposal of waste is harmful to the environment.
  • Page 168 12. Disposal U.C30e.00.00.EN Version...

  • Page 169: Appendix

    Appendix...

  • Page 170: Load Chart - Counterweight

    13.1 Load chart - Counterweight...

  • Page 171: Load Chart - Pick And Carry

    13.2 Load chart - Pick and carry...

  • Page 172: Load Chart With Boom And Jib Section Interlocks

    13.3 Load chart with boom and jib section interlocks...

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