SPIERINGS SK597-AT4 User manual

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Introduction
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Introduction
Dear user,
This manual provides the user of the Spierings folding crane SK597-AT4 with information concerning the truck’s
construction, function and operation. Also detailed, technical descriptions andmaintenance instructions are given in
the maintenance section of this manual.
© 2018 Copyright Spierings Mobile Cranes. All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be reproduced or published, in any form or in any way, by print, photo print, microfilm or any other
means without prior permission from the manufacturer.
SPIERINGS MOBILE CRANES
P.O. Box 24
5340 AA OSS
The Netherlands
Merwedestraat 15
5347 KZ OSS
The Netherlands
Fax [phone]
Phone number Support desk: [phone]
Phone number Parts desk: [phone]
Phone number Service desk: [phone]
www.spieringscranes.com

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Liability clause
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Liability clause
This liability clause was added to prevent possible miscommunication.
ARTICLE 1. USE
The Spierings truckmay only be used for the designated purpose, and in the manner as laid down/described in the
manual and possible additions thereto.
Any other than the designated use and/or any other manner of operation than laid down/described in this manual and
possible additions thereto, and/or action inconsistent with the previous, will explicitly invalidate any guarantee claim
as well as any liability for damage, consequential damage and future damage, by any reason and for no matter what.
Operating the Spierings truck is only permitted by people, who have the relevant expertise and a valid driving license
for driving a heavy truck, and who are physically and mentally capable of properly carrying out the work involved.
In case of the additions to the manual, the user/operator/driver of the Spierings truck must be notified thereof
immediately, and the additions must be added to the manual.
ARTICLE 2. SAFETY
For safety reasons, the user/operator/driver must strictly comply with the instructions in the manual and possible
additions thereto.
The user/operator/driver must keep strictly to the lifting specifications as indicated on the Spierings truck/crane,
in the manuals and the additions thereto.
If at any work site of the Spierings truck/crane the safety rules and regulations are more strict than those laid down in
the manual, or possible additions thereto, these stricter rules are to be complied with under penalty of expiry of the
guarantee and with exclusion of every liability.
The Spierings truckmanufacturer explicitly warns the user/operator/driver and/or bystanders, to stay out of the
Spierings truck/crane's danger zone.
If any unexpected situation, by whatever cause, occurs during use and/or operation of the Spierings truck,
please contact your technical department or Spierings Service immediately.
ARTICLE 3. WARRANTY
Without previous written permission of the Spierings truck manufacturer, it is forbidden to carry out modifications
and/or welding at or on the Spierings truck.
Systematic maintenance and periodic inspections must be carried out according to the manual and possible additions
thereto.
Deviating from these instructions without prior written consent of the Spierings truck manufacturer 's,
turns every guaranty claim invalid as well as every liability for damage, consequential damage and future damage,
by any reason and for no matter what.

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General
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General
After delivery of your Spierings crane, you will receive an email with a link to create your own user account.
The email could have been ended up in your spam.
You are receiving this email so that you can gain access to the documentation accompanying your Spierings crane.
These documents are available as PDF files and are released per crane number.
The documents will remain accessible to you. Any subsequent versions will replace the previous ones.
In case of modifications and/or additions you will be notified via an automated email.
It is advisable to write down your user name and password below, so you can always download and/or read your
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Explanation of the used symbols
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Explanation of the used symbols
Information!
Toxic substances!
Wear safety glasses!
Dangerous for hands!
Wear safety gloves!
Do not come in turning radius!
Wear safety shoes!
Corrosive substances!
Wear a helmet!
Electric voltage!
Wear a safety harness!
Environmental hazard!
Check / test!
Caution!
Incorrect!
Danger of slipping!
Good!
Entrapment hazard!
Conditions
Fire hazard!

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Table of contents
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Introduction
Liability clause……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…… II
General……………………………………………………………………………………………......................................…. III
Explanation of the used symbols……………………………………………………………………………………………. IV
Table of contents……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. V
1. General data............................................................................................................................................... 1-1
1.1. Dimensions and weight ....................................................................................................................... 1-1
1.2. Drive line ............................................................................................................................................ 1-1
1.3. Steering.............................................................................................................................................. 1-2
1.3.1. Road steering........................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.3.2. Off-the-road steering ................................................................................................................ 1-2
1.4. Suspension......................................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.5. Braking system ................................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.6. 4-Point outrigger system...................................................................................................................... 1-2
2. Introduction to the truck............................................................................................................................... 2-1
2.1. Get to know the truck .......................................................................................................................... 2-1
2.2. Keys................................................................................................................................................... 2-2
2.3. Truck cab............................................................................................................................................ 2-3
2.3.1. Fuse box.................................................................................................................................. 2-4
2.3.2. Central console........................................................................................................................ 2-5
2.3.3. Parking heater.......................................................................................................................... 2-6
2.3.4. Tachograph.............................................................................................................................. 2-7
2.4. Engine cowling.................................................................................................................................... 2-8
2.4.1. Left-hand engine cowling.......................................................................................................... 2-9
2.4.2. Right-hand engine cowling........................................................................................................ 2-9
2.5. Outriggers..........................................................................................................................................2-10
2.6. Work lamps........................................................................................................................................2-11
2.7. Storage box.......................................................................................................................................2-11
2.8. Storage box fibre glass pads ..............................................................................................................2-11
2.9. Rear toolbox (optional).......................................................................................................................2-12
2.10.Truck ladder.......................................................................................................................................2-12
2.11.Reverse drive camera........................................................................................................................2-12
2.12.Side view camera (optional)................................................................................................................2-12
2.13.Battery cabinet...................................................................................................................................2-13
3. Operating the truck...................................................................................................................................... 3-1
3.1. Doors.................................................................................................................................................. 3-1
3.1.1. Windows.................................................................................................................................. 3-1
3.1.2. Getting in................................................................................................................................. 3-1
3.2. Seats.................................................................................................................................................. 3-2
3.2.1. Seat adjustments...................................................................................................................... 3-3
3.2.2. Seat belts................................................................................................................................. 3-3
3.2.2.1. Fasten seat belt........................................................................................................ 3-4
3.2.2.2. Loosen seat belt....................................................................................................... 3-4
3.2.2.3. Check seat belts....................................................................................................... 3-4
3.2.2.4. Cleaning seat belts................................................................................................... 3-4
3.3. Wing mirrors ....................................................................................................................................... 3-5
3.4. Sun blinds........................................................................................................................................... 3-5

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3.5. Storage room...................................................................................................................................... 3-5
3.6. Battery chargers remote control batteries............................................................................................. 3-6
3.7. Windscreen washer reservoir .............................................................................................................. 3-7
3.8. Fire extinguisher ................................................................................................................................. 3-7
3.9. Control panel ...................................................................................................................................... 3-8
3.9.1. Indicators................................................................................................................................3-21
3.9.2. Main screen ............................................................................................................................3-23
3.9.2.1. Main screen: General screen...................................................................................3-23
3.9.2.2. List of symbols........................................................................................................3-24
3.9.2.3. Main screen: Axles screen.......................................................................................3-30
3.9.2.4. Main screen: Tyre pressure screen..........................................................................3-31
3.9.2.5. Main screen: Regeneration screen...........................................................................3-32
3.9.2.6. Main screen: Error screen........................................................................................3-35
3.9.3. AdBlue display ........................................................................................................................3-36
3.9.3.1. Warning AdBlue-level low........................................................................................3-36
3.9.3.2. Warning incorrect AdBlue........................................................................................3-40
3.9.3.3. Warning AdBlue dosing...........................................................................................3-42
3.9.3.4. Warning EGR (emission failure)...............................................................................3-42
3.9.4. Display gearbox ......................................................................................................................3-43
3.9.4.1. Regular messages display gearbox..........................................................................3-43
3.9.5. Malfunctions in the gearbox.....................................................................................................3-44
3.9.5.1. Error messages display gearbox..............................................................................3-44
3.9.5.2. Error messages display gearbox..............................................................................3-46
3.9.5.3. Active error message(s) display gearbox..................................................................3-46
3.9.5.4. Error history display gearbox ...................................................................................3-47
3.9.6. Control panel steering system..................................................................................................3-47
3.9.6.1. Keys control panel steering system..........................................................................3-48
3.9.6.2. Display control panel steering system ......................................................................3-50
3.9.6.3. Structure main menu control panel steering system..................................................3-51
3.9.7. Malfunctions in the steering system..........................................................................................3-52
3.9.7.1. Read malfunctions on the control panel of the steering system .................................3-52
3.9.7.2. Resetting error history control panel steering system................................................3-54
3.10.Signalling direction indicators .............................................................................................................3-55
3.10.1.Malfunctions direction indicators ..............................................................................................3-56
3.11.Climate control...................................................................................................................................3-57
3.11.1.Control panel...........................................................................................................................3-57
3.11.2.Use of the air conditioning .......................................................................................................3-58
3.11.3.Dehumidification of the air........................................................................................................3-59
3.12.Navigation and multimedia system (DVD/CD-player/radio) ..................................................................3-59
4. Driving........................................................................................................................................................ 4-1
4.1. General............................................................................................................................................... 4-1
4.2. Running-in the vehicle......................................................................................................................... 4-2
4.3. Before driving...................................................................................................................................... 4-4
4.3.1. CHECKLIST: Before driving on public roads.............................................................................. 4-4
4.3.2. CHECKLIST: Check vehicle lights............................................................................................. 4-6
4.4. Start diesel engine truck...................................................................................................................... 4-7
4.4.1. CHECKLIST: Start diesel engine............................................................................................... 4-7
4.4.2. CHECKLIST: Start diesel engine in cold environment ................................................................ 4-9
4.4.3. Instruments: Turn the truck on ignition....................................................................................... 4-9
4.4.4. Instruments: After starting the diesel engine.............................................................................4-11
4.4.5. Instruments: During driving......................................................................................................4-12

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4.5. Switching gears..................................................................................................................................4-13
4.5.1. Gear lever...............................................................................................................................4-14
4.5.2. Rotary switch ..........................................................................................................................4-15
4.5.3. Automatic mode......................................................................................................................4-16
4.5.4. Manual mode..........................................................................................................................4-17
4.6. Driving off..........................................................................................................................................4-18
4.7. Driving backwards..............................................................................................................................4-19
4.8. Brakes...............................................................................................................................................4-20
4.8.1. Service brake..........................................................................................................................4-20
4.8.1.1. Anti blocking system................................................................................................4-20
4.8.1.2. Service brake at trailer connection...........................................................................4-21
4.8.2. Parking brake..........................................................................................................................4-21
4.8.2.1. Parking brake at trailer connection...........................................................................4-22
4.8.2.2. Parking brake as an emergency brake.....................................................................4-22
4.8.3. Engine brake...........................................................................................................................4-23
4.8.4. Retarder..................................................................................................................................4-24
4.8.5. Bremsomat .............................................................................................................................4-25
4.9. Stop...................................................................................................................................................4-26
4.9.1. Turn off diesel engine..............................................................................................................4-26
4.9.2. Parking ...................................................................................................................................4-26
4.9.3. Long-term parking / garaging...................................................................................................4-27
4.10.Speed regulators................................................................................................................................4-28
4.10.1.Cruise control..........................................................................................................................4-28
4.10.2.Variable speed limitation device...............................................................................................4-29
4.10.3.Engine speed control (ESC).....................................................................................................4-32
4.11.Uphill and downhill driving..................................................................................................................4-33
4.12.Refuelling ..........................................................................................................................................4-34
4.12.1.Refuelling diesel......................................................................................................................4-34
4.12.2.Refuelling AdBlue....................................................................................................................4-35
4.13.Off-the-road driving............................................................................................................................4-37
4.13.1.Axle load.................................................................................................................................4-37
4.13.2.Axle height adjustment ............................................................................................................4-38
4.13.2.1. Axle blocking...........................................................................................................4-39
4.13.2.2. Off-the-road mode...................................................................................................4-40
4.13.2.3. Levelling .................................................................................................................4-41
4.13.3.Off-the-road gear.....................................................................................................................4-41
4.13.4.Differentials.............................................................................................................................4-42
4.13.4.1. Longitudinal differential lock.....................................................................................4-43
4.13.4.2. Transversal differential lock .....................................................................................4-43
4.13.5.Manoeuvering: Steering system...............................................................................................4-44
4.13.5.1. Steering program: Small turning cycle......................................................................4-47
4.13.5.2. Steering program: Manual .......................................................................................4-48
4.13.5.3. Steering program: Crab steering..............................................................................4-49
4.13.5.4. Steering program: Wall steering...............................................................................4-50
4.13.6.Manoeuvering: gearbox...........................................................................................................4-51
4.14.Driving with a trailer............................................................................................................................4-51
4.14.1.Coupling of the trailer...............................................................................................................4-53
4.14.2.Uncoupling of the trailer...........................................................................................................4-53
4.15.Buffer beam.......................................................................................................................................4-53
4.15.1.Folding the buffer beam...........................................................................................................4-54
4.15.2.Unfolding the buffer beam........................................................................................................4-55
4.16.Driving with an erected tower..............................................................................................................4-56
4.16.1.Conditions for driving with an erected tower..............................................................................4-57
4.16.2.Instructions for driving with an erected tower ............................................................................4-59

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4.17.Towing...............................................................................................................................................4-61
4.17.1.Towing with functioning diesel engine, service brake and steering system.................................4-62
4.17.2.Towing with a malfunctioning diesel engine..............................................................................4-63
4.17.2.1. Service brake when towing with malfunctioning diesel engine...................................4-64
4.17.2.2. Releasing the parking brake when towing with malfunctioning diesel engine..............4-65
4.17.3.Enabling transfer case to neutral position.................................................................................4-66
4.17.3.1. Remove drive shafts on output shafts of the transfer case ........................................4-66
4.17.3.2. Power-assisted steering ..........................................................................................4-66
4.17.4.Towing with damage to the transfer case..................................................................................4-67
4.17.5.Towing with damage to the driven axles...................................................................................4-67
5. Maintenance truck....................................................................................................................................... 5-1
5.1. When is the right time to thoroughly inspect your Spierings crane? ....................................................... 5-1
5.1.1. Electronic component............................................................................................................... 5-1
5.1.2. Drive component of the crane................................................................................................... 5-1
5.1.3. Jib sections and towers ............................................................................................................ 5-2
5.1.4. Ty bars, A-frames, erecting cylinder and luffing cylinders........................................................... 5-2
5.1.5. Lift ........................................................................................................................................... 5-2
5.1.6. Outrigger system...................................................................................................................... 5-2
5.2. Maintenance truck after commissioning................................................................................................ 5-3
5.2.1. First service truck..................................................................................................................... 5-3
5.3. Maintenance schedule truck................................................................................................................ 5-4
5.3.1. Maintenance schedule diesel engine truck ................................................................................ 5-5
5.3.2. Maintenance schedule drive line............................................................................................... 5-6
5.3.3. Maintenance schedule steering system..................................................................................... 5-6
5.3.4. Maintenance schedule electrical system truck........................................................................... 5-6
5.3.5. Maintenance schedule lighting truck.......................................................................................... 5-7
5.3.6. Maintenance schedule hydraulic system truck........................................................................... 5-7
5.3.7. Maintenance schedule pneumatic system ................................................................................. 5-7
5.3.8. Maintenance schedule lubrication truck..................................................................................... 5-8
5.3.9. Maintenance schedule others truck........................................................................................... 5-8
6. Electrical system......................................................................................................................................... 6-1
6.1. Alternator............................................................................................................................................ 6-1
6.2. Batteries............................................................................................................................................. 6-2
6.2.1. Checking batteries.................................................................................................................... 6-2
6.2.2. Charging batteries.................................................................................................................... 6-3
6.2.3. Replacing batteries................................................................................................................... 6-3
6.3. Main switch......................................................................................................................................... 6-4
6.4. Fuses ................................................................................................................................................. 6-5
6.4.1. Fuses in the fuse box................................................................................................................ 6-5
6.4.2. Main fuses ............................................................................................................................... 6-5
6.4.3. Fuses in the control cabinet of the truck .................................................................................... 6-6
7. Lighting....................................................................................................................................................... 7-1
7.1. Low beam........................................................................................................................................... 7-2
7.2. DRL lighting (Daylight Running Lamps)................................................................................................ 7-3
7.3. Main beam.......................................................................................................................................... 7-4
7.4. Parking light........................................................................................................................................ 7-4
7.5. Direction indicator ............................................................................................................................... 7-5
7.5.1. Front direction indicator............................................................................................................ 7-5
7.5.2. Side direction indicator ............................................................................................................. 7-6
7.5.3. Rear direction indicator............................................................................................................. 7-6
7.5.4. Direction indicators buffer beam................................................................................................ 7-7

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7.6. Tail light.............................................................................................................................................. 7-7
7.6.1. Tail light truck........................................................................................................................... 7-7
7.6.2. Extra tail light on the tower........................................................................................................ 7-8
7.6.3. Tail light buffer beam................................................................................................................ 7-8
7.7. Brake light........................................................................................................................................... 7-8
7.7.1. Brake light truck ....................................................................................................................... 7-8
7.7.2. Extra brake light on the tower.................................................................................................... 7-8
7.7.3. Brake light buffer beam............................................................................................................. 7-9
7.8. Reverse drive light .............................................................................................................................. 7-9
7.8.1. Reverse drive light truck........................................................................................................... 7-9
7.8.2. Reverse dive light buffer beam.................................................................................................. 7-9
7.9. Fog tail light........................................................................................................................................ 7-9
7.9.1. Fog tail light truck..................................................................................................................... 7-9
7.9.2. Fog tail light buffer beam .......................................................................................................... 7-9
7.10.Side marking lights.............................................................................................................................7-10
7.10.1.Side marking light truck ...........................................................................................................7-10
7.10.2.Side marking light buffer beam.................................................................................................7-11
7.11.Contour lights.....................................................................................................................................7-11
7.11.1.Front contour lights..................................................................................................................7-11
7.11.2.Rear contour light....................................................................................................................7-12
7.12.License plate lights.............................................................................................................................7-13
7.13.Rotaflares..........................................................................................................................................7-14
7.14.Work lamps........................................................................................................................................7-15
8. Hydraulic system......................................................................................................................................... 8-1
8.1. Hydraulic tank..................................................................................................................................... 8-1
8.1.1. Checking oil level ..................................................................................................................... 8-2
8.1.2. Topping up oil .......................................................................................................................... 8-2
8.1.3. Analysing oil............................................................................................................................. 8-2
8.1.4. Refreshing oil........................................................................................................................... 8-3
8.2. Hydraulic pumps................................................................................................................................. 8-3
8.3. Filters ................................................................................................................................................. 8-3
8.3.1. Replacing the hydraulic fine filter............................................................................................... 8-4
8.3.2. Replacing the hydraulic coarse filter.......................................................................................... 8-5
8.3.3. Replacing the hydraulic fine filter at rear axle steering................................................................ 8-6
9. Pneumatic system....................................................................................................................................... 9-1
9.1. Primary system: the brakes ................................................................................................................. 9-1
9.2. Secondary system............................................................................................................................... 9-2
9.3. Air dryer.............................................................................................................................................. 9-3
9.3.1. Replacing filter air dryer............................................................................................................ 9-3
9.4. Compressed air reservoirs................................................................................................................... 9-4
9.5. Oil atomizer / water separator.............................................................................................................. 9-4
9.5.1. Topping up oil atomizer ............................................................................................................ 9-5
9.5.2. Performance water separator.................................................................................................... 9-5
9.5.3. Replacing element water separator........................................................................................... 9-5
9.5.4. Adjusting air pressure secondary air circuit................................................................................ 9-5
9.6. Checking brake pressure..................................................................................................................... 9-6
9.6.1. Pressure brake boosters........................................................................................................... 9-6
9.7. Hoses and connections pneumatic system........................................................................................... 9-6

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10. Diesel engine truck.....................................................................................................................................10-1
10.1.Specifications diesel engine truck .......................................................................................................10-1
10.2.Engine oil diesel engine truck.............................................................................................................10-2
10.2.1.Checking oil level diesel engine truck.......................................................................................10-2
10.2.1.1. Checking oil level on the main screen ......................................................................10-3
10.2.1.2. Checking oil level by means of a dipstick..................................................................10-3
10.2.2.Topping up oil diesel engine truck............................................................................................10-4
10.2.3.Refreshing oil diesel engine truck.............................................................................................10-5
10.2.3.1. Draining oil..............................................................................................................10-5
10.2.3.2. Replacing oil filter element.......................................................................................10-6
10.2.3.3. Topping up oil .........................................................................................................10-6
10.3.Cooling system diesel engine truck.....................................................................................................10-7
10.3.1.Checking coolant level diesel engine truck ...............................................................................10-7
10.3.2.Topping up coolant diesel engine truck.....................................................................................10-8
10.3.3.Refreshing coolant diesel engine truck.....................................................................................10-9
10.3.4.Anti-freeze concentration.......................................................................................................10-10
10.3.5.Cleaning radiator diesel engine truck......................................................................................10-10
10.3.5.1. Cleaning the radiator with compressed air..............................................................10-10
10.3.5.2. Cleaning the radiator with water.............................................................................10-11
10.3.6.Air intake system diesel engine truck......................................................................................10-11
10.3.7.Cleaning air filter diesel engine truck......................................................................................10-12
10.3.8.Replacing air filter element diesel engine truck.......................................................................10-13
10.4.Fuel system diesel engine truck........................................................................................................10-14
10.4.1.Checking fuel system.............................................................................................................10-14
10.4.2.Fuel tanks.............................................................................................................................10-15
10.4.3.Fuel pre-filter / water separator ..............................................................................................10-15
10.4.3.1. Draining water separator .......................................................................................10-16
10.4.3.2. Replacing fuel pre-filter / water separator...............................................................10-16
10.4.4.Fuel filter diesel engine truck..................................................................................................10-17
10.4.5.Venting fuel system diesel engine truck..................................................................................10-19
10.4.6.Fuel transfer pump................................................................................................................10-20
10.5.EAS system.....................................................................................................................................10-21
10.5.1.AdBlue filter...........................................................................................................................10-21
10.6.Poly-V-belt of the alternator..............................................................................................................10-23
11. Drive line ...................................................................................................................................................11-1
11.1.Gearbox.............................................................................................................................................11-1
11.1.1.Specifications gearbox.............................................................................................................11-1
11.2.General maintenance gearbox............................................................................................................11-1
11.2.1.Checking oil level gearbox.......................................................................................................11-2
11.2.2.Refreshing oil gearbox.............................................................................................................11-3
11.2.3.Replacing oil filter retarder.......................................................................................................11-4
11.3.Transfer case.....................................................................................................................................11-6
11.3.1.General maintenance transfer case..........................................................................................11-6
11.3.2.Checking oil level transfer case................................................................................................11-7
11.3.3.Refreshing oil transfer case .....................................................................................................11-8
11.4.Axles .................................................................................................................................................11-8
11.4.1.Axle configuration....................................................................................................................11-9
11.4.2.Checking oil level differentials..................................................................................................11-9
11.4.3.Refresh oil differential............................................................................................................11-10
11.4.4.Checking oil level axle hubs...................................................................................................11-11
11.4.5.Refreshing oil axle hubs.........................................................................................................11-12
11.5.Tyres...............................................................................................................................................11-13
11.5.1.General maintenance ............................................................................................................11-13
11.5.2.Tyre pressure........................................................................................................................11-14
11.6.Brake pads ......................................................................................................................................11-14

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12. Steering system.........................................................................................................................................12-1
12.1.Steering modes..................................................................................................................................12-1
12.1.1.On-the-road mode...................................................................................................................12-2
12.1.2.Off-the-road mode...................................................................................................................12-2
12.2.Steering mechanisms.........................................................................................................................12-2
12.3.Performance steering system .............................................................................................................12-3
12.3.1.Steering circuits.......................................................................................................................12-4
12.3.1.1. Steering circuit 1 .....................................................................................................12-4
12.3.1.2. Steering circuit 2 .....................................................................................................12-4
12.3.1.3. Rear axle steering...................................................................................................12-5
12.4.Maintenance steering system .............................................................................................................12-5
12.4.1.Checking steering system........................................................................................................12-5
12.4.2.Aligning...................................................................................................................................12-5
13. Lubrication.................................................................................................................................................13-1
13.1.Automatic lubrication system truck......................................................................................................13-1
13.1.1.Grease pump..........................................................................................................................13-1
13.1.2.Timer......................................................................................................................................13-2
13.1.3.Lubrication points central lubrication system.............................................................................13-3
13.2.Manual lubrication truck......................................................................................................................13-4
13.2.1.Retractable cylinders outrigger beams......................................................................................13-4
13.2.2.Drive shafts.............................................................................................................................13-4
13.2.3.Steering system ......................................................................................................................13-5
13.2.4.Tower support.........................................................................................................................13-5
14. Specifications truck....................................................................................................................................14-1
14.1.Maintenance specifications diesel engine truck ...................................................................................14-1
14.2.Specifications drive line......................................................................................................................14-2
14.2.1.Specifications gearbox.............................................................................................................14-2
14.2.2.Specifications transfer case.....................................................................................................14-2
14.2.3.Specifications axles / brakes / tyres..........................................................................................14-2
14.3.Specifications electric system truck.....................................................................................................14-3
14.4.Specifications hydraulic system truck..................................................................................................14-3
14.5.Specifications pneumatic system truck................................................................................................14-3
14.6.Specifications lubricants truck.............................................................................................................14-3
15. Annexes ....................................................................................................................................................15-1

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1. General data
The AT4 carriage is especially designed for the Spierings SK597 folding crane. Extra attention is paid
to a safe and comfortable transport to the work site. The crane is suited for driving on public roads,
fully equipped with counterweight and tools. The chassis is a special rigid structure to create a good
crane support.
Picture 1-1 shows the measurements of the SK597 with the AT4-carriage. The measurements given
are the overall dimensions, axle bases and turning circle (see also picture in the Annexes).
1.1. Dimensions and weight
•Length: 15.98 m;
•Width: 2.75 m;
•Height: 4 m;
•Mass: approx. 48,000 kg (complete vehicle);
•Axle load: approx. 12,000 kg.
1.2. Drive line
•10.8 litre DAF diesel engine with turbo compressor and intercooler (MX11);
•ZF AS-Tronic automatic transmission with retarder, 12 forward gears and 2 reverse gears;
•ZF transfer case (VG2001/396) with high speed (road) and low speed (off the road)
transmission;
•Electronic accelerator;
•4x Kessler & Co axles, of which axles 2, 3 and 4 are driven;
•Maximum speed limited at 83 kph (52 mph);
•Minimum speed at 1,000 rpm diesel engine 1.64 kph (1 mph) (27.3 m/min).
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1.3. Steering
•Axles 1 and 2 are mechanically steered with the steering wheel; axle 3 remains rigid, axle 4 is
hydraulically steered;
•The steering system is hydraulically powered by means of a steering gear housing and auxiliary
cylinders;
•The steering system is fitted with an emergency steering pump, so in case of main control pump
malfunction or diesel break-down, the truck remains steerable until it stands still.
With regards to the steering, there is a difference between road and off the road steering.
For more information, see § 3.9.6. Control panel steering system and Chapter 12. Steering system.
1.3.1. Road steering
Axles 1 and 2 are mechanically steered with the steering wheel; axle 3 remains rigid, axle 4 is
hydraulically steered and steers speed-dependent in opposite direction till 50 kph (31 mph).
1.3.2. Off-the-road steering
There are special steering programs which are only available in off-the-road mode:
(see§ 4.13.5. Manoeuvering: Steering system):
•Small turning circle: this steering program enables an extra small turning circle;
•Manual: the steering movement of axle 4 can be controlled; axles 1 and 2 remain mechanically
steered by the steering wheel; axle 3 is retracted;
•Crab steering: all steered axles steer in the same direction; axle 3 is retracted;
•Wall steering: this steering program enables to drive away from an object with minimum swing of
the truck’s rear; axle 3 is retracted.
Provisions for driving off the road:
•Adjustable axle height;
•Transfer case with off-the-road gear;
•Longitudinal and transverse differentials can be locked.
1.4. Suspension
•Hydro-pneumatic suspension;
•Possibility to block the suspension (e.g. when driving with erected tower).
1.5. Braking system
•Pneumatically operated brakes with anti-blocking system (ABS);
•Parking brake;
•Retarder.
1.6. 4-Point outrigger system
•Full outrigger support base (wide): 6.925 m x 7.0 m;
•Reduced outrigger support base (narrow): 6.925 m x 5.85 m.

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Identification
Vehicle identification number (VIN):
•On the identification plate at the driver’s side (below the spirit level) (Picture 1-2,left);
•Stamped in the right-hand frame girder in front of the first axle (Picture 1-2,right).
In case there is help needed from ITS (International Truck Service of DAF Trucks N.V.),
the chassis number will be asked.
However, for Spierings cranes it is not the chassis number that is needed. ITS needs the engine
number, which is listed on the UPEC chart and can be found underneath the cover plate of the central
console in the truck cabin.
International Truck Service
Phone number in Europe [phone]
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2. Introduction to the truck
2.1. Get to know the truck
A. Truck cab (see § 2.3. Truck cab);
B. Left-hand engine cowling (see § 2.4.1. Left-hand engine cowling);
C. Work lamps (see § 2.6. Work lamps);
D. Crane platform;
E. Superstructure slewing rim;
F. Truck ladder (see § 2.10. Truck ladder);
G. Buffer beam;
H. Rear toolbox (optional) (see § 2.9. Rear toolbox (optional));
I. Filler neck fuel tank (see § 2.5. Outriggers);
J. Outriggers (see § 2.5. Outriggers);
K. Storage boxes (see § 2.7. Storage box);
L. Storage box fibre glass pads (see § 2.8. Storage box fibre glass pads);
M. Filler neck AdBlue tank;
N. Right-hand engine cowling (see § 2.4.2. Right-hand engine cowling);
O. Side view camera (optional) (see § 2.12. Side view camera (optional));
P. Reverse drive camera (see § 2.11. Reverse drive camera;
Q. Battery cabinet with NATO-connection (see § 2.13. Battery cabinet).
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2.2. Keys
A. Door key;
B. Ignition key truck;
C. Ignition key crane;
D. Key hatch crane cab;
E. General key:
- Storage boxes truck;
- Electrical cabinet;
- Control panel control cabinet;
F. Key fuel tank;
G. Key operated selector switch:
- Key operated selector switch full / reduced outrigger base;
- Key operated selector switch emergency control lift on / off;
- Key operated selector switch emergency control lift up / down;
H. Key engine cowling truck:
- Left-hand and right-hand cover of engine cowling truck;
I. Cross key:
- (Sliding) doors rear toolbox;
- Removable cover plates engine cowling;
K. Cross key engine cowling crane:
- Doors engine cowling crane;
L. Cross key control cabinet truck:
- Control cabinet truck (for the benefit of suspension system and outrigger base).
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2.3. Truck cab
A. Door handle with lock;
B. Door;
C. Driver’s seat (see § 3.2. Seats);
D. Wing mirrors (see § 3.3. Wing mirrors);
E. Spirit level;
F. Battery charger remote control batteries (see § 3.6. Battery chargers remote control
batteries);
G. Steering wheel;
H. Control panel (see § 3.9. Control panel);
I. Windscreen wipers (see § 3.9. Control panel, 42. Control lever left);
J. Fuse box (see § 2.3.1. Fuse box);
K. Windscreen washer reservoir (see § 3.7. Windscreen washer reservoir);
L. Co-driver’s seat (see § 3.2. Seats);
M. Fire extinguisher (see § 3.8. Fire extinguisher);
N. Central console (see § 2.3.2. Central console);
O. Cup holder;
P. Main switch truck (see § 3.9. Control panel, 56. Main switch truck).
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2.3.1. Fuse box
The fuse box is located at the co-driver’s side of the truck cab under the cover of the dashboard.
Open fuse box
1. Remove the two turning knobs at the front of the cover;
2. Open the cover; the cover can be fixed by means of support A (Picture 2-4).
Under the cover, the following components can be found:
A. Support;
B. Wake-up relay;
C. Main fuses (2x 40 A);
D. Fuses;
E. Overview fuses;
F. Clock switch automatic lubrication system truck;
G. Circuit board with fuses and relays.
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A
F
E
G
B
C
D