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SEQUENCE OF OPERATION
DRIVING THE VEHICLE
The following procedure is recommended for driving the vehicle to the job site:
1. Perform the daily inspection and test. (See Page 3-4)
2. Switch park brake on.
3. Place powershift transmission lever in neutral.
4. With ignition on but engine not running, step on brake pedal 5-6 times. Brake
warning light on dash should illuminate.
5. Start engine and allow a warming period.
6. Brake warning light should not be illuminated after engine start. If it remains
illuminated, do not drive the crane.
7. While warming the engine set up the Rated Capacity Limiter configuration.
8. Stow boom over front.
9. Place steering selector in "Front Axle Steer."
10. Pull hoist line snug.
11. Retract outriggers.
12. Push outrigger feet over into stowed position.
13. Apply foot brake.
14. Switch park brake off.
15. Place transmission lever in a low gear.
16. Release the brake and depress the accelerator pedal.
17. Shift into higher gears as desired.
18. Slow down when making turns.
19. Set park brake and lower outriggers or chock wheels to park.
W A R N I N G
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a poisonus gas that is invisible and
odorless. Breathing engine exhaust fumes can cause death or serious illness. Do
not run the engine in enclosed areas without adequate ventilation.
NORMAL GAUGE READINGS
Engine Coolant Temperature -- Allow engine to warm up to 150°F (65°C) before
operating crane. Stop engine if temperature exceeds 215°F (102°C).
Engine Oil Pressure -- Stop engine if oil pressure does not exceed 15 PSI (1 bar) at low
idle. Pressure varies with engine RPM.
Voltmeter -- The voltmeter should read about 13 to 14 volts when the engine is running.
Fuel -- Do not allow fuel tank to become empty. The engine will be difficult to restart and
may require "bleeding" of injectors. Keep fuel tank full when idle to prevent condensation
in tank.
Hydraulic Oil Temperature -- Stop operations if temperature gauge exceeds 200
F
(93°C).
Transmission Temperature -- The normal transmission oil temperature is between 100
(38°C) and 200
F (93°C). If the oil temperature is lower, try to use a higher gear. If the
temperature is higher, try to use a lower gear. If the temperature rises to 250
F (120°C),
stop the vehicle immediately, shift to neutral and run the engine at 1000-1200 RPM (just
above idle).
Level Indicator -- Do not operate crane if it is not level. Small inclines can drastically
reduce stability.
Summary of Contents for RT-300-2G
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