Grove Published 7-23-2020, Control # 668-02 5-17
GRT9165 OPERATOR MANUAL SET-UP AND INSTALLATION
counterweight guides (2) located on the front of the
counterweight with the counterweight stops (3) on the
carrier platform. Make sure the counterweight (1) is flush
against the counterweight stops (3).
8. Install the counterweight on the superstructure. For
more information, see Installing and Removing the
Counterweight on/from the Superstructure, page 5-19.
Removing the Counterweight from the
Carrier Platform
Use this procedure to remove the counterweight from the
carrier counterweight platform.
1. Program the RCL/Load Chart code for Main Boom on O/
R Extended, No Cwt (Code 0801). For more information,
see Enter Rigging Code, page 4-159.
2. Attach lifting sling to lifting points (Figure 5-12).
3. Lift the counterweight from the carrier counterweight
platform. Lower the counterweight on to a suitable
surface.
4. Disassemble the counterweight as needed for transport.
For more information, see Disassembling the
Counterweight for Transport, page 5-14.
NOTE: The lift cylinder support weighs approximately
59 kg (129 lb).
5. Install the lift cylinder support (1, Figure 5-14) on the
carrier as follows:
a. Remove retaining clips (2) and pins (3).
b. Position the lift cylinder support (1) on the carrier.
Align support holes with the holes in the
counterweight stops.
c. Secure the support (1) to the carrier with pins (3)
and retaining clips (2).
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.
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.
CAUTION
Locking Pin Damage!
When lifting the 56,800 lb counterweight, ensure ALL
locking pins (4, Figure 5-13) are completely installed in
the lock position before lifting the counterweight on and off
of the crane. DO NOT leave the locking pins in the
unlocked position while lifting the counterweight on and
off of the crane.
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