Maeda MC-285C User manual

353ME-OM0912-03
OPERATION MANUAL
MINI-CRAWLER CRANE
Serial No. P00860 and up
Unsafe use of this machine may cause serious injury or death. Operators
must read this manual before operating this machine. This manual should
be kept near the machine for reference and periodically reviewed by all
personnelwhowillcome intocontact with it.
NOTICE
MAEDAhas Operation Manual written in some other languages.If aforeign
languagemanualis necessary,contact yourlocaldistributorforavailability.

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CONTENTS
ITEM
Page
INTRODUCTION
1- 1
1. Foreword
1- 2
2.Safety Information
1- 3
3. Outline of the Machine
1- 4
3.1 Designated type of work
1- 4
3.2 Configuration of the machine
1- 4
3.3 Functions this machine is provided with
1- 5
4. Qualification for Operating the Machine
1- 6
4.1 Qualification require for operating cranes
1- 6
5. Glossary
1- 7
5.1 Definitions of words
1- 7
5.2 How to read working radius and lifting height diagram
1- 8
5.3 How to read total rated load chart
1- 9
5.4 How to read load indicator
1-14
SAFETY
2- 1
1. Basic Rules
2- 2
2. Rules for Operation
2- 8
2.1 Before starting up engine
2- 8
2.2 After the engine has started
2- 9
2.3 During crane operation
2-13
3. Rules for Transporting a Crane
2-21
4. Rules for Handling the Battery
2-23
5. Rules to Observe in Connection with Services
2-25
5.1 Prior to conducting services
2-25
5.2 During service work
2-27
6. Location for Affixing Caution Plates
2-32
OPERATION
3- 1
1. Nomenclature of Components
3- 2
1.1 Nomenclature of components
3- 2
1.2 Nomenclature of travel control components
3- 3
1.2.1 Control levers and pedals
3- 4
1.2.2 Switches
3- 6
1.2.3 Meters and switches
3- 7
1.3 Nomenclature of crane control components
3- 9
1.3.1 Control levers
3-10
1.3.2 Switches
3-11
1.3.3 Meters and lamps
3-13
1.4 Over-hoist alarm system
3-14
1.5 Machinery cover
3-15

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2. Operation and Controls
3-16
2.1 Before starting engine
3-16
2.1.1 Walk-around checks
3-16
2.1.2 Checks before starting
3-18
2.2 Starting the engine
3-37
2.2.1 Starting the engine with main starter switch
3-37
2.2.2 Start the engine with main starter switch in cold weather
3-38
2.2.3 Starting the engine with auxiliary starter switch
3-39
2.3 Operation and checking after engine has started
3-40
2.4 Break-in operation
3-42
2.5 Travel position of the machine
3-42
2.6 Starting the machine
3-43
2.7 Change travel direction of the machine
3-44
2.8 Stopping and parking the machine
3-45
2.9 Stopping the engine
3-46
2.10 Inspection and check after stopping the engine
3-46
2.11 Rules for travelling
3-47
2.12 Setting up the outrigger
3-48
2.13 Matters to be known before starting crane work
3-53
2.14 Operations prior to starting crane work
3-54
2.15 Crane work position
3-55
2.16 Hoisting and lowering operation
3-56
2.17 Boom hoisting and lowering operation
3-56
2.18 Boom telescoping operation
3-57
2.19 Swing operation
3-58
2.20 Accelerator lever operation
3-59
2.21How to use load indicator and load meter
3-60
2.22 Stowing the crane
3-63
2.23 Stowing the outrigger
3-64
2.24 Matters prohibited in connection with crane operation
3-67
3. Handling of Rubber Tracks
3-69
3.1 Smart way of using it
3-69
3.2 Warranty
3-69
3.3 Prohibited types of work
3-70
3.4 Rules for using it
3-71
4. Handling of Wire Rope
3-73
4.1 Standard for wire rope replacement
3-73
4.2 Measures to take when winch wire rope is twisted
3-74
5. Transport
3-75
5.1 Loading and unloading
3-75
5.2 How to lift the machine
3-76
5.3 Rules for loading
3-77
5.4 Rules for transport
3-77
6. Handling in Cold Climate
3-78
6.1 Preparation for low ambient temperature
3-78

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7. Long Term Storage
3-80
7.1 Treatment prior to storage
3-80
7.2 During storage
3-80
7.3 After storage
3-80
8. Handling of Battery
3-81
8.1 Rules for handling the battery
3-81
8.2 Removal and installation the battery
3-82
8.3 Rules for charging the battery
3-82
8.4 Starting with booster cables in use
3-83
9. Measure to be Taken in Crane of Abnormality
3-85
9.1 In connection with electrical components
3-85
9.2 In connection with the machine
3-85
9.3 In connection with engine
3-86
MAINTENANCE
4- 1
1. Rules for Conducting Service
4- 2
2. Basics of Service
4- 4
3. Legally Required Inspection
4- 6
3.1 Safety regulation on crane
4- 6
4. Consumable Parts
4- 7
5. Lubrication Oil and Grease
4- 8
5.1 Applicable lubricants by ambient temperature
4- 8
6. Standard Tools and Standard Tightening Torque
4- 9
6.1 Inquiry on standard tools
4- 9
6.2 List of standard tightening torque
4- 9
7. Maintenance Schedule Chart
4-12
8. Service Procedure
4-14
8.1 Initial 10 hours service
4-14
8.2 Initial 50 hours service
4-14
8.3 Initial 250 hours service
4-14
8.4 When required
4-15
8.5 Checks before starting
4-21
8.6 Every 30 hours service
4-40
8.7 Every 50 hours service
4-42
8.8 Every 100 hours service
4-45
8.9 Every 250 hours service
4-46
8.10 Every 500 hours service
4-48
8.11 Every 1000 hours service
4-55
8.12 Every 2000 hours service
4-65
SPECIFICATIONS
5- 1
1. Main data and specifications
5- 2
1.1 Specifications chart
5- 2
1.2 Dimension drawing
5- 3
1.3 Rated total load table
5- 4
1.4 Working radius –lifting height chart
5- 4

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MOMENT LIMITER (TCL-139-1)
INTRODUCTION
1- 1
1. Foreword
1- 2
2. Safety Information
1- 3
3. Safety Precautions
1- 4
OPERATION
2- 1
1. Nomenclature of Sections
2- 2
2. Function of Moment Limiter
2- 3
3. Operation of Moment Limiter
2- 5
4. Handling of Moment Limiter
2- 7
REMOTE CONTROL (MCT300)
Contents
1
1. Nomenclature of Various Parts
1
1.1 Transmitter
1
1.2 Receiver
4
1.3 Safety systems
5
2. Transmitter Operation
6
2.1 Operation in crane mode
6
2.2 Automatic hook stowing
10
3. Nomenclature
11
3.1 Alarm system
11
3.2 Engine stop / emergency stop
11
3.3 Starting and resetting the engine
12
4. Operation
13
4.1 matters to be checked before starting operation
13
4.2 Starting the radio remote control system
14
4.3 Crane operation
15
4.4 Completing your crane operation
16
5. Troubleshooting
17
5.1 Matters to be checked when crane does not operate despite that the engine
running
17
5.2 Trouble in radio controller
18
6. Outer Dimensions
20
ELECTRIC MOTOR DRIVEN (OPTIONAL)
Contents
1
1. Foreword
2
2. Safety Information
3
3. Safety Precautions
4
4. Location for Affixing Caution Plates
6
5. Part Names
7
6. Operation Procedures
8
6.1 Precaution
8
6.2 Starting the motor
9
6.3 Stopping the motor
9
7. Specifications for MC-285CRME
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