5-12 Published 7-23-2020, Control # 668-02
SET-UP AND INSTALLATION GRT9165 OPERATOR MANUAL
6. Slowly rotate drum and evenly wind first layer of cable.
7. Install remainder of cable as required.
COUNTERWEIGHT REMOVAL AND
INSTALLATION
The GRT9165 features a 25764 kg (56800 lb)
counterweight.
Figure 5-12 shows the assembled counterweight and
component sections. The counterweight can be removed
from the crane and disassembled for transport. The
counterweight must be assembled and installed on the
superstructure for lifting operations. The counterweight is not
required when installing and removing the counterweight
and outrigger boxes from the crane.
The GRT9165 boom can be used to install and remove the
counterweight and sections. The appropriate RCL load code
for the rigging mode must be selected and confirmed before
installing the counterweight with the GRT9165 boom. For
more information, see Enter Rigging Code, page 4-159.
General Warnings
Counterweight Sections Lifting Points
Figure 5-12 shows the lift points for the counterweight and
sections. Attach the slings to the points identified when lifting
the counterweight and sections.
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DANGER
Read and understand the following when removing and
installing the counterweight to avoid serious injury or
death.
• Outriggers must be fully extended and set and crane
level before installation or removal of counterweight.
• Lifting operations are not permitted with the
counterweight on the carrier deck except for the
removal or installation of the counterweight.
• Boom is not permitted over carrier deck when the
boom angle is less than 30° and the counterweight is
positioned on deck.
• Hookblock is not permitted to come in contact with
counterweight during removal or installation.
• Travel is not permitted with the counterweight on
carrier deck.
DANGER
Crushing Hazard!
Death or serious injury could result from being crushed by
falling counterweight.
Follow instructions in Operator and safety handbook for
counterweight installation and removal procedure.
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