Manitowoc 18000 User Manual

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SET-UP AND INSTALLATION 18000 OPERATOR MANUAL
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Published 12-05-17, Control # 032-23
BOOM LADDER ASSEMBLY
General
If equipped, two optional ladders are stored at the following
locations:
• Current Production: inside the 40 foot (12,2 m) insert
that is installed next to the boom butt as shown in (see
Figure 4-38
, View A)
• Past Production, inside the boom butt as shown in
(Figure 4-39
, View A)
The ladders are designed for use in assembly/disassembly
and maintenance of #79A and #55 boom sections and
components. Each ladder weighs approximately 35 lb
(16 kg).
Removing Ladders from Boom Section
It is recommended that two people remove each ladder: one
person inside boom section to unlatch and lift ladder, and
another person outside of boom section to help guide ladder
out of insert or butt. Use the following procedure:
1. Lower boom onto blocking at ground level. Boom
sections must be horizontal.
2. Unhook rubber latches (View B).
3. Lift ladder up and out of hooks (View C).
4. Guide ladder through lacings to outside of insert or butt.
Installing Ladders on Boom Inserts
Lift ladder to desired outside location on insert so that upper
pads are securely hooked over backside of upper chord and
lower pads rest firmly against lower chord (View D).
Ladder must hang vertically against boom insert when
in use.
Storing Ladders
It is recommended that two people install each ladder: one
person outside boom section to help guide ladder into insert
or butt, and another person inside of boom section to lift
ladder and latch it in position. Use the following procedure:
1. Hang ladder rails over hooks inside insert (View C).
2. Pull rubber latches tightly over lower rail and latch in
keepers (View B).
3. Ensure ladder cannot move once latched in place.
WARNING
To Prevent Serious Injury or Death:
• Limit load on ladder to 300 lb (136 kg).
• Avoid improper use. Ladder is intended for use only
on Manitowoc #79A and #55 boom inserts. Any other
use is prohibited.
• Use ladder for boom assembly/disassembly and
maintenance only when boom is horizontal.
• Make sure ladder is properly secured to insert.
• Keep hands free of any objects while climbing ladder.
Objects which cannot be carried in pockets or tool
belts must be lifted into place onto ladder platform
prior to climbing ladder.
• Stand only on platform. Do not stand on cross braces.
WARNING
Falling Load Hazard!
Ladders must be properly stored to prevent them from
falling out of insert when boom is raised.

Manitowoc 18000 Specifications

General

Brand	Manitowoc
Model	18000
Category	Construction Equipment
Language	English