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TMS800E13 OPERATOR MANUAL
LUBRICATION
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Published 02-06-2014, Control # 495-00
SECTION 5
LUBRICATION
SECTION CONTENTS
Hydraulic Oil Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Arctic Conditions Below -18°C (0°F). . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Lubrication Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Surface Protection for Cylinder Rods . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Carrier Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Superstructure Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Boom, jib, and Boom Accessories Lubrication . 5-10
Wire Rope Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
GENERAL
Following the designated lubrication procedures is important
in ensuring maximum crane lifetime and utilization. The
procedures and lubrication charts in this section include
information on the types of lubricants used, the location of
the lubrication points, the frequency of lubrication, and other
information.
The service intervals specified are for normal operation
where moderate temperature, humidity, and atmospheric
conditions prevail. In areas of extreme conditions, the
service periods and lubrication specifications should be
altered to meet existing conditions. For information on
extreme condition lubrication, contact your local Grove
distributor or Manitowoc Crane Care.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Dispose of waste properly!
Improperly disposing of waste
can threaten the environment.
Potentially harmful waste used in Manitowoc cranes includes
— but is not limited to — oil, fuel, grease, coolant, air
conditioning refrigerant, filters, batteries, and cloths which
have come into contact with these environmentally harmful
substances.
Handle and dispose of waste according to local, state, and
federal environmental regulations.
When filling and draining crane components, observe the
following:
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Do not pour waste fluids onto the ground, down any
drain, or into any source of water.
•
Always drain waste fluids into leak proof containers that
are clearly marked with what they contain.
•
Always fill or add fluids with a funnel or a filling pump.
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Immediately clean up any spills.
Hydraulic Oil Inspection
Environmental and other conditions can dramatically affect
the condition of hydraulic oil and filters. Therefore, specific
intervals for servicing/changing hydraulic oil, filters and
hydraulic tank breathers cannot be set. However, it is
imperative for the continued satisfactory performance of
Grove cranes that inspections be performed on the basis of
how and where each crane is used. Air borne and ingested
contaminants can significantly reduce the life of oil and the
condition of hydraulic oil filters and tank breathers.
Under normal operating conditions, it is recommended that
hydraulic oil, filters and breathers be inspected and oils
sampled at least every 3 to 6 months and more frequently for
severe operating conditions. The inspections should be for
air borne and/or ingested particles and water that deteriorate
and contaminate the oil (for example, oil appears “milky” or
no longer has a transparent clear to amber color). The return
filter by-pass indicator should be observed daily to determine
if the contaminants content may be high. If the indicator
reaches the red zone or indicates a by-pass condition, the
hydraulic oil must be sampled. The hydraulic tank breather
should also be inspected to assure that it is not restricting air
flow into and out of the reservoir. To inspect hydraulic oil, fill a
CAUTION
Chassis grease lubricants must not be applied with air
pressure devices as this lubricant is used on sealed
fittings.
CAUTION
The multipurpose grease installed during manufacture is
of a lithium base. Use of a noncompatible grease could
result in damage to equipment.
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