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5-3.17 Raising the Hoist Cable.
a. To raise hoist cable, pull the HOIST control lever (5, Figure 5-1) back (toward the operator) to UP position
and hold until hook or load is raised to desired height.
b. To stop hoist cable, return HOIST control lever (5) to its neutral position.
5-3-18 Emergency Load Lowering Procedures. The following procedure will be used to lower a load suspended in the
air after a major powertrain or hydraulic system failure after which, the hoist has become inoperable. This procedure will
provide hydraulic pressure to override the hoist brake mechanism allowing the load to slowly lower to the ground.
LATER
5-3.19 Recommended Crane Shutdown Procedures. The following procedure will extend the service life of various
crane components, reduce vandalism and accidents during crane shutdown periods or anytime the crane is left
unattended.
WARNING
Never park the crane near holes, or on rocky or extremely soft surfaces. This may cause the
crane to overturn, resulting in injury to personnel.
a. Remove load from hook block.
b. Remove or stow all jibs or boom extensions.
c. Fully retract the boom.
d. Lower boom to normal travel position.
e. Retract all outriggers.
f. Park crane on a flat stable surface.
g. Apply parking brake and chock wheels.
h. Ensure all operating controls are in their neutral positions.
CAUTION
Allow the engine to idle from 3 to 5 minutes after a full-load operation before shutting it down.
This will allow the engine to cool down gradually and uniformly.
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