Ruger RC1000 Operator'S Manual Download Page 4

GENERAL INFORMATION

1.  When ordering parts indicate the Model and Serial Number.  This information is provided
to you on the front cover of this manual.  The Model and Serial Number can also be found on the
Serial Number tag on the unit located on the mast section of the equipment.

2.  Ruger Parts Department can be reached at (

440-248-4700

) 9 AM to 5 PM EST. time, Monday

through Friday except for holidays.

3.   Terms are Net 30.   Minimum order is $50.00 . All parts are FOB Solon, Ohio.

4.  Quality at Ruger starts with raw materials which are inspected to insure our products will be of
good quality and free from defects.  Each Economy Crane is tested completely and checked before
shipment.

RECEIVING AND PRE-OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS

Upon receipt of this unit, visually inspect for damage that may have occured during shipment and
report any damages to the carrier.

In accepting this shipment from Ruger Industries, Inc. the carrier has acknowledged receipt in good
condition and complete as shown on the Packing List and/or Bill of Lading.

Ruger Industries responsibility for this shipment has now ceased.  Any shortages or damage must
now be resolved between the carrier and the receiver.

Ruger Industries will not be responsible for loss or damage when you give the transportation com-
pany a clear receipt.

Inspect this material before accepting.  

Do Not

 accept when damage or shortages are visible un-

less the carrier makes a damage notation on your freight bill.

Look for and report concealed loss or damage to carrier with 

48 hours

 and request inspection by the

carrier.  This is absolutely necessary, otherwise, the transportation companies will not entertain any
claim for loss or damage.  If the carrier will not make an inspection, then you should make an affidavit
that you notified him/her (on a certain date) and he/she failed to do so.  This, with other papers, will
properly support your claim.

Ruger Industries is willing to assist in every possible manner in collecting claims for loss or damage,
but this willingness on Ruger’s part does not include responsibility for collection of claims or as-
sumption of cost of replacement of damaged or lost materials.

CAUTION

DO NOT remove this tag

Summary of Contents for RC1000

Page 1: ...rugerindustries com O P E R A T O R S M A N U A L For safety one copy of this manualmustbe stored on the equipmentand referred to byall operators IMPROPER USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT CAN BE HAZARDOUS RC1000 Alloperatorsmustread fullyunderstand andapplyallsafety instructions before operatingthisequipment SERIAL NUMBER MD1001E2OM Copyright 1999 Ruger Industries Inc ...

Page 2: ...u have any questions or need additional information please contact us at Phone 440 248 4700 Toll Free 800 535 2725 Fax 440 248 4700 www rugerindustries com E mail info davidround com Below is a list of standard accessories that you should have received with your RC1000 Operator s Manual Swivel Hook with Safety Latch Extension Boom Extension Boom Safety Detent Pin Pump Handle Designers Manufacturer...

Page 3: ...tion 2 3 Insert Sheets 4 5 Maintenance Instructions 6 Recommended Parts 7 9 Jack Inspection Check List 10 Jack Service Instructions 11 Operational Steps 12 Lubrication 13 Safety Tips for Using Ruger Cranes 14 Warranty 15 17 iii Designers ManufacturersofHydraulicLoadLiftingandMaterialHandlingEquipment ...

Page 4: ...e Packing List and or Bill of Lading Ruger Industries responsibility for this shipment has now ceased Any shortages or damage must now be resolved between the carrier and the receiver Ruger Industries will not be responsible for loss or damage when you give the transportation com pany a clear receipt Inspect this material before accepting Do Not accept when damage or shortages are visible un less ...

Page 5: ...s and pin retainers for tightness After visual inspection make operational test to assure unit is functioning properly Is everything there Check packing list to be sure optional equipment is there Make sure lifting chain is with crane Be sure manual pump handle is there Paint finish scratches and scrapes to painted surfaces incurred during shipment are accepted as necessary evil Costs of protectiv...

Page 6: ...00 A M TO 4 00 P M EST EXCEPT HOLIDAYS 3 RETURNED GOODS AUTHORIZATION number must be assigned by the Ruger customer service department for approved returns This number must appear on all accompany ing paperwork RETURNEDGOODSAUTHORIZATION 1 Invoice Number 2 Date of Invoice 3 Serial Number 4 Carrier Name 5 Return Ship Date 6 Reason for Return There will be a restocking charge for all returned purcha...

Page 7: ...ity Compact Design to work in close quarters ACCESSORIES Barrel Grip FloorLock Meets Ruger s structural engineering standards for 150 of normal lifting capacity Completely self contained hydraulic system with single action jack Built in hydraulic overload relief valve An original Ruger patent Needle type release valve permits pin point control over low ering and holding of the heaviest or lightest...

Page 8: ...e boom through full travel 90 ModelRC 1000 Capacity 1000 lbs Overall base length 53 1 8 Overall width 35 Overall height 72 1 2 Width between legs 28 3 4 Overall boom length 45 Max O A boom length with extension 52 Boom height lowest position 34 Boom height highest position 107 1 2 Ext boom height lowest position 24 1 2 Ext boom height highest position 117 Height of legs 6 7 8 Wheel diameter load w...

Page 9: ...your Model and Serial Number ready so we may better serve you EVERY TIME USAGE Check the Hydraulic Jack for oil leakage See diagram 1 Page 7 Item No 1 Inspect the Safety Swivel Hook with Latch to ensure safe lifting of loads See diagram 1 Page 7 Item No 4 WEEKLY Check the Pins for excessive wear See diagram 1 Page 7 Items No 9 and 10 MONTHLY Check the Casters for excessive wear or uneven travel Se...

Page 10: ...7 1 20 17 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 40 39 15 16 8 19 4 9 8 9 5 6 7 10 11 12 13 14 34 35 36 37 2 3 38 18 RECOMMENDED PARTS 33 ...

Page 11: ...TING SCREW 1 11 203051 11 SPRING 1 12 203051 12 SPRING CAP 1 13 203051 13 BALL 3 16 1 14 NOT SERV BASE 1 15 203051 15 HANDLE SOCKET 1 16 203051 16 PIN 1 17 203051 17 PIN RING 2 18 NOT SERV RESERVOIR TUBE 1 19 203051 19 ROLL PIN 1 20 203051 20 PIN 1 21 203051 21 PIN RING 2 22 203051 22 PUMP LINK 1 23 203051 23 PISTON 1 24 203051 24 BACK UP RING 1 25 203051 25 CUP SEAL 1 26 203051 26 RETAINER 1 27 2...

Page 12: ...acity Tag Found on boom of crane ITEM NO PART NO DESCRIPTION QTY 1 09 004 JACK ASSEMBLY 1 2 07 807 PHENOLIC WHEEL 5 x 2 2 3 07 809 SPANNER BUSHING WITH HOLE 2 4 07 808 AXLE W GREASE FITTING 2 5 07 805 PHENOLIC SWIVILE CASTER 4 x 2 2 6 02 210 SAFETY SWIVEL HOOK 1 7 211544 CRANE DECAL SET 1 8 211535 EXTENSION BOOM 1 9 7677781 JACK HANDLE 1 10 99 511 GRIP 1 11 7687769 JACK BASE 1 12 808470 PIN 2 13 0...

Page 13: ...To operate the hydraulic jack you need to start by setting the release valve In order to raise the boom the valve needs to be closed To close the valve turn the valve knob clockwise CW until it stops turning To lower the boom turn the valve knob counter clockwise The further you turn the knob counter clockwise CCW the faster the boom will lower SEE DIAGRAM 3 To raise the boom close the release val...

Page 14: ...P LOAD PUMP VALVE ITEMS 33 35 35 36 37 9 8 WIPE CLEAN OR POLISH WITH FINE STEEL WOOL GOAT WITH LIGHT OIL DIRT OIL GREASE IF OIL IS NOTED AROUND TOP NUT ITEM 1 AND RAM ITEM 3 RAM PACKINGS ARE WORN REPLACE IF OIL IS NOTED BETWEEN TOP NUT AND RESERVOIR TUBE ITEM 18 TIGHTEN TOP NUT OIL AROUND TOP NUT LINKAGE PINS ITEMS 16 19 20 WORN OR BENT REPLACE ALIGNMENT OF PUMP PISTON IS DEPENDENT ON THESE PINS H...

Page 15: ...h the aid of a light inspect the valve chamber for dirt or other contaminations Ball seats must be free from nicks or scratches If the seas are deformed the jack should be taken to a qualified service depot for correction Balls and springs must be clean and free from dirt corrosion nicks scratches or other forms of damage 4 If all parts appear to be in good working condition use air pressure to bl...

Page 16: ...ACK MOUT PIVOT POINT CHASSIS LUBE APPLY AS NEEDED 3 CYLINDER EARS ON BOOM CHASSIS LUBE APPLY AS NEEDED 4 LOAD WHEEL AXLES CHASSIS LUBE APPLY MONTHLY DO NOT SPRAY WHEELS 5 STEERING WHEEL AXLES CHASSIS LUBE APPLY MONTHLY DO NOT SPRAY WHEELS CHASSIS LUBE WHITE HIGH PRESSURE LITHIUM GREASE SPRAY ...

Page 17: ...king near electrically charged lines or equipment DO NOT use your crane to lift more than its rated load Load ratings are based on new equipment Age wear improper maintenance and improper use will reduce load ratings DO NOT continue operation of a crane damaged by misuse or overloading Never use two or more cranes to lift a load greater than the capacity of a single crane a shifting load may place...

Page 18: ... Products will carry the individual part manufac turers warranty 1 Year On hydraulic seals wiring and hoses 1 Year On contactors drive units motors hydrau lic rams pumps and valves 1 Year On all other parts If all of the above terms and conditions are met and a product does not comply in our sole judgment with the warranty during the warranty period we will repair or replace it in our sole discret...

Page 19: ... problems and do not enlarge or reduce the customers rights under the standard Ruger warranty The MANUFACTURER when there is a problem in materials assembly or design The DISTRIBUTOR who may have made a bad choice of equipment or model for the job The CUSTOMER who may have brought about the failure because of misuse abuse neglect of maintenance or wear of a consumable material not covered by warra...

Page 20: ...r from his own stock they should be invoiced When factory compensation appears justified the factory maintains sole final discretion to determine if the malfunction is covered under the terms of the warranty In this situation the distributor or customer has the choice of If the problem is the fault of the carrier damage in transit or the distributor misapplication of the product costs of repairs s...

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