RT540E OPERATOR’S MANUAL LUBRICATION

SECTION 5
LUBRICATION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Arctic Conditions Below -18°C (0°F). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Arctic Conditions Down To -40°F.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
ALL Weather Package & Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Standard Lubricants Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Lubrication Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Surface Protection for Cylinder Rods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
SAFETY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
STEERING & SUSPENSION Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
AXLE Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
DRIVE TRAIN Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
OUTRIGGER Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
TURNTABLE Lubrication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
LIFT CYLINDER Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
BOOM Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
HOIST Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
HYDRAULIC Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
FUEL FILTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
AIR CLEANER FILTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Wire Rope Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12

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SECTION 5
LUBRICATION
GENERAL Arctic Conditions Down To -40°F.
Following the designated lubrication procedures is important
in ensuring maximum crane lifetime and utilization. The
ALL Weather Package & Lubricants
procedures and lubrication charts in this section include Engineering recommends the following lubricants for
information on the types of lubricants used, the location of components for ambient temperatures to -40F. Special
the lubrication points, the frequency of lubrication, and other lubricants alone are not sufficient to operate at extreme low
information. temperatures. We also recommend the use of appropriately
sized heaters for the hydraulic tank, engine oil pan, engine
The service intervals specified are for normal operation
jacket water and batteries. The operator needs to follow the
where moderate temperature, humidity, and atmospheric
guide lines as stated in the operator’s manual. We assume
conditions prevail. In areas of extreme conditions, the
that the customer has take steps for use of an appropriate
service periods and lubrication specifications should be
engine antifreeze coolant, have taken care of the fuel, fuel
altered to meet existing conditions. For information on
system and starting system. And has done whatever they
extreme condition lubrication, contact your local Grove
feel necessary to add insulation for under hood temperatures
Distributor or Manitowoc CraneCARE.
and meet the engine manufacture's intake air temperature.
Other lubricants may be used if they meet the specification of
the lubricant that is requested. Please consult factory.
CAUTION
Chassis grease lubricants must not be applied with air Axles and Swing Box -- Petro- Canada Traxon E Synthetic
pressure devices as this lubricant is used on sealed 75W-90; CITGO, Syntetic Gear Lube 75W-90; Eaton,
fittings. Roadranger EP75W-90; Mobil, Mobilube SCH 75W-90;
Shell, Spirax S 75W-90; Sunoco Duragear EP75W-90; --
Spec 6829014058
Engine -- Petro-Canada Duron Synthetic CI-4- 5W-40; Mobil
CAUTION Delvac 1, 5W-40; -- Spec 6829101560
The multipurpose grease installed during manufacture is
of a lithium base. Use of a noncompatible grease could Hydraulic tank and Transmission -- Petro-Canada
result in damage to equipment. Duratran Synthetic THF; Chevron All Weather THF; Texaco
TDH Oil SS; -- Spec 6829101559
Arctic Conditions Below -18°C (0°F). Hoist -- Petro-Canada ENDURATEX Synthetic EP 150;
Mobil SHC629; -- Spec 6829103636
In general, petroleum based fluids developed especially for
low temperature service may be used with satisfactory Grease -- Petro-Canada Precision Synthetic EP1; Mobil:
results. However, certain fluids, such as halogenated Mobilith SHC 220; -- Spec 6829104275
hydrocarbons, nitro hydrocarbons, and phosphate ester
Open Gear Lube -- (bearing/swingdrive teeth) ---Vultrex....
hydraulic fluids, might not be compatible with hydraulic
OGL Synthetic All Season -- No Spec
system seals and wear bands. If you are in doubt about the
suitability of a specific fluid, check with your authorized Antifreeze Coolant -- Petro-Canada AFC 60/40; Old World
Grove distributor or Manitowoc CraneCARE. Industries, Inc Fleet Charge SCA Pre-charged Antifreeze/
Coolant-60/40; Fleetguard Compleat EG Antifreeze/Coolant
NOTE: All fluids and lubricants may be purchased by
contacting the Manitowoc CraneCARE Parts
Premix 60/40; -- Spec 6829104212 5
Department.
Standard Lubricants Package
Regardless of temperature and oil viscosity, always use
Axle and Swing Box -- Century Unigear Semi-synthetic
suitable start-up procedures to ensure adequate lubrication
SAE 80W-90; Texaco Multigear SS 80W-90; Chevron DELO
during system warm-up.
80W-90; -- Spec 6829012964
Engine -- CI-4 Rated 15W-40 Engine Oil Exxon XD-3;
Conoco Fleet Supreme; -- Spec 6829003483
Hydraulic Tank and Transmission -- To meet John Deere
Standard JDM J20C – Hyden 052-10W-20; Exxon Torque

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Fluid 56- 10W-20; Esso Torque Fluid 56- 10W-20; BP- lubricated with oil once a week. Motor oil, applied sparingly,
Eldoran UTH & Trak-Tran 9 – 10W20; BP- Blend- 7367 - will provide the necessary lubrication and help prevent the
10W20; Exxon Mobil 424- 10W-30 -- Spec 6829006444 formation of rust. An Anti-Seize compound may be used if
rust has not formed, otherwise the component must be
Hoist -- AGMA No. 4 EP Extreme Pressure Gear Lube-
cleaned first.
Mobil: Mobilfluid 629 ; Texaco: Meropa 150; -- Spec
6829100213 Grease fittings that are worn and will not hold the grease
gun, or those that have a stuck check ball, must be replaced.
Grease -- EP-MPG- Multipurpose Grease – Citgo Lithoplex
MP # 2; Texaco Starplex Moly # 2; Phillips 66 Philube M Where wear pads are used, cycle the components and
Grease; Mobil Mobilgrese XHP 222 Special, # 53055-0; relubricate to ensure complete lubrication of the entire wear
Chemtool Inc, Lube-A-Boom-Grease; -- Spec 6829003477 area.
Open Gear Lube -- (bearing / swingdrive teeth -- FUCHS: Surface Protection for Cylinder Rods
CEPLATTYN 300 SPRAY -- Spec 6829102971
Steel cylinder rods include a thin layer of chrome plating on
Antifreeze Coolant -- AFC – 50/50 Old World Industries,
their surfaces to protect them from corroding. However,
Inc. Fleet Charge SCA Pre-charged Antifreeze/Coolant;
chrome plating inherently has cracks in its structure which
Caterpillar DEAC Antifreeze/Coolant; Fleetguard Complete
can allow moisture to corrode the underlying steel. At typical
EG Antifreeze/Coolant; -- Spec 6829101130
ambient temperatures, hydraulic oil is too thick to penetrate
these cracks. Normal machine operating temperatures will
LUBRICATION POINTS allow hydraulic oil to warm sufficiently to penetrate these
A regular frequency of lubrication must be established for all cracks and if machines are operated daily, protect the rods.
lubrication points. Normally, this is based on component Machines that are stored, transported, or used in a corrosive
operating time. The most efficient method of keeping track of environment (high moisture, rain, snow, or coastline
lube requirements is to maintain a job log indicating crane conditions) need to have the exposed rods protected more
usage. The log must use the engine hourmeter to ensure frequently by applying a protectant. Unless the machine is
coverage of lube points that will receive attention based on operated daily, exposed rod surfaces will corrode. Some
their readings. Other lubrication requirements must be made cylinders will have rods exposed even when completely
on a time basis, i.e. weekly, monthly, etc. retracted. Assume all cylinders have exposed rods, as
corrosion on the end of the rod can ruin the cylinder.
All oil levels are to be checked with the crane parked on a
level surface in transport position, and while the oil is cold, It is recommended that all exposed cylinder rods be
unless otherwise specified. protected using Boeshield® T-9 Premium Metal Protectant.
Manitowoc CraneCARE has Boeshield® T-9 Premium Metal
On plug type check points, the oil levels are to be at the Protectant available in 12 oz. cans that can be ordered
bottom edge of the check port. through the Parts Department.
On all hoists with a check plug in the drum, the fill plug shall Cylinder operation and inclement weather will remove the
be directly on top of the hoist, and the check plug level. Boeshield® protectant; therefore, inspect machines once a
All grease fittings are SAE STANDARD unless otherwise week and reapply Boeshield® to unprotected rod
indicated. Grease non-sealed fittings until grease is seen The following describe the lubrication points and gives the
extruding from the fitting. One ounce(28 grams) of EP-MPG lube type, lube interval, lube amount, and application of
equals one pump on a standard one pound (0.45 kg) grease each. Each lubrication point is numbered, and this number
gun. corresponds to the index number shown on the Lubrication
Over lubrication on non-sealed fittings will not harm the Figures 5-1 thru 5-4. Lube description and symbols are
fittings or components, but under lubrication will definitely found in (Table 5-1) and (Table 5-2).
lead to a shorter lifetime.
SAFETY
On sealed U-joints, care must be exercised to prevent
rupturing seals. Fill only until expansion of the seals first To lubricate many of the locations the engine will need to be
becomes visible. started. After positioning areas of the unit for lubrication the
engine must be turned off and the moved areas stable before
Unless otherwise indicated, items not equipped with grease approaching.
fittings, such as linkages, pins, levers, etc., should be

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WARNING
Movement of the superstructure and the boom may
create a crushing and/or pinching hazard. Failure to
observe this warning could result in death or serious injury
if the message is ignored.

Table 5-1

Symbol Description
EP-MPG Extreme Pressure Multipurpose Grease - Lithium Soap Base, NLGI Grade 2.
SSGL-5 Semi-Synthetic Gear Lubricant
AFC - 50/50 50/50 Blended Fully Formulated Antifreeze/Coolant, SAE J1941, ASTM D6210
Hydraulic Oil - Must meet John Deere Standard JDM-J20C (Anti-brake chatter) and ISO 4406 cleanliness
HYDO
level 17/14
EO-15W/40 Engine Oil - SAE 15W-40, API Service Classification CI-4 or better
EP-OGL Open Gear Lubricant, CEPLATTYN 300 Spray, NLGI Class 1-2
AGMA EP-4 Extreme Pressure Gear Lubricant.

Table 5-2
Lube Description

Lubrication Description Lube Specification

Extreme Pressure Multipurpose Grease A6-829-003477
Extended Service Interval Gear Lube A6-829-012964
Fully Formulated Anti-Freeze Coolant A6-829-101130
Hydraulic Oil A6-829-006444
Engine Oil SAE 15W40 A6-829-003483
Open Gear Lube A6-829-102971
Extreme Pressure Gear Lube A6-829-100213
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- Check lubricant level every 500 hours or 3

months and refill as necessary.
CAUTION - Drain and refill every 4000 hours or 2 years.
The following lube intervals are to be used as a guideline
only. Actual lube intervals should be formulated by the
operator to correspond accordingly to conditions such as CAUTION
continuous duty cycles and/or hazardous environments.
If the makeup amount is substantially more than 0.5 pint
(0.23 liter), check for leaks.
STEERING & SUSPENSION LUBRICATION
1. Steering Cylinder Pivot Pins (1). (Figure 5-1)
Lube Type - EP-MPG CAUTION
Lube Interval - 500 hours or 3 months Use of non-extended service interval lubricant may
damage components and/or invalidate published lubricant
Lube Amount - Until grease extrudes
intervals.
Application - 8 grease fittings
Lube Amount - Capacity - 9.5 liters (20 pints) -
2. Upper and Lower King Pins (2). (Figure 5-1)
Normal makeup - less than 0.23 liter (0.5 pint)
Lube Type - EP-MPG
Application - Fill to bottom of hole in the housing on
Lube Interval - 500 hours or 3 months the steer cylinder side.
Lube Amount - Until grease extrudes NOTE: Lube level close enough to the hole to be seen or
Application - 8 grease fittings touched is not sufficient. It must be level with the
hole.
3. Fifth Wheel Pivots (3). (Figure 5-1)
When checking lube level, also check and clean
Lube Type - EP-MPG housing breathers.
Lube Interval - 500 hours or 3 months 6. Planetary Hubs and Wheel Bearings (6). (Figure 5-1)
Lube Amount - Until grease extrudes Lube Type - SSGL-5
Application - 2 grease fittings Lube Interval -
4. Lockout Cylinder Pivot Pins (4). (Figure 5-1) - Check fluid level every 500 hours or 3 months
Lube Type - EP-MPG and refill as necessary.

Lube Interval - 500 hours or 3 months - Drain and refill every 4000 hours or 2 years

Lube Amount - Until grease extrudes

Application - 4 fittings CAUTION
Use of non-extended service interval lubricant may
AXLE LUBRICATION damage components and/or invalidate published lubricant
intervals.
5. Differentials (5). (Figure 5-1)
Lube Type - SSGL-5 Lube Amount - 1.6 liters (3.5 pints)

Lube Interval - Application - Fill to the bottom of the level hole in the
housing with the fill plug and the oil level mark
horizontal

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6813-5

6813-4

6813-7

7
8

10

6813-1
6818-2

5
6818-3
6 4

1 5 1 FIGURE 5-1
6818-1

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6818-11

15

17

16
6818-10

6818-12
18

20
6813-1

11

19

12

13
6818-8
11
6818-13
14

6818-9
11
6818-6 FIGURE 5-2

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26
23

31

6818-27
27
24

32

33 23 34

25

6818-22

6818-15 6818-14

6813-1 30

29
6818-25

26
6818-23

6818-21
5
6818-24

30

22
6818-26
FIGURE 5-3

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35 36 6818-18
28

37

6818-19

6818-17

6813-1

40

39

6818-29
6818-28 8

FIGURE 5-4

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DRIVE TRAIN LUBRICATION Lube Interval -

7. Engine Crankcase (With Filter) (7). (Figure 5-1) - Check and fill coolant level every 10 hours or
daily
Lube Type - EO-15W40
- Drain and refill cooling system per engine
Lube Interval - service manual
- Check fluid level every 10 hours or daily Lube Amount - Capacity - 19.9 liters (21 quarts)

- Drain and fill every 250 hours Application - Fill surge tank to bottom of filler neck
with mixture of 50% AFC and 50% water. Run
- Replace filter every 250 hours engine through two (2) thermal cycles. Check
Lube Amount - Capacity - 16.4 liters (17.3 quarts) coolant level and refill as required.
Application - Fill to FULL mark on dipstick. 10. Coolant Strainer (Cab Heater Supply) (10). (Figure 5-1)
8. Transmission, Torque Converter and Filter (8). Lube Type - Not applicable
(Figure 5-1) and (Figure 5-4)
Lube Interval - Change strainer element at first 100
Lube Type - HYDO hours of cab heater use, and at 2000 hours or 1 year
Lube Interval - intervals of heater use thereafter.

- Check fluid level every 10 hours or daily with Lube Amount - Not applicable
the engine running at 800 rpm and the oil at 82 Application - Not applicable
to 93 °C (180 to 200 °F)
11. Driveline - Slip and U-Joints (11). (Figure 5-2)
- Drain and refill every 1000 hours or 6 months
with the oil at 65 to 93 °C (150 to 200 °F) Lube Type - EP-MPG
- Change transmission filter after the first 50 and Lube Interval - 500 hours or every 3 months
100 hours of service, then every 500 hours
thereafter. Lube Amount - Until grease extrudes
To add fluid: Application - 6 grease fittings
a. Fill to FULL mark on dipstick.
OUTRIGGER LUBRICATION
b. Run engine at 800 rpm to prime torque
converter and lines 12. Outrigger Beams (12). (Figure 5-2)
c. Check oil level with engine running at 800 rpm Lube Type - EP-MPG
and oil at 82 to 93 °C (180 to 200 °F). Add oil to Lube Interval - 50 hours or one week, whichever
bring oil level to FULL mark on dipstick. comes first
NOTE: When checking the oil level, the oil temperature Lube Amount - Brush on lubricant on both sides of
must be stabilized at 82 to 93 °C (180 to 200 °F) to the bottom of the outrigger beams.
properly check the oil level. Do not attempt an oil
level check with cold oil. Application - Brush on 8 points (4 beams)

To bring the oil temperature to this range, it is 13. Jack Cylinder Support Tubes (13). (Figure 5-2)
necessary to either work the crane or stall the Lube Type - EP-MPG
converter. Converter stall should be accomplished
Lube Interval - Inspect and grease weekly or every
by engaging the shift lever in forward high range
50 hours of operation; whichever occurs first
with the brakes applied and then accelerating the
engine to half or three-quarter throttle. Hold the Lube Amount - Thoroughly coat barrel 5
stall until the desired temperature is reached and Application - Brush on 4 points
stabilized.
14. Jack Cylinder Barrels (14). (Figure 5-2)
Lube Amount - Capacity of torque converter, lines
and transmission as a system - 23.7 liters (25 Lube Type - EP-MPG
quarts) Lube Interval - Inspect and grease weekly or every
Application - Through fill pipe to FULL mark on 50 hours of operation; whichever occurs first
dipstick Lube Amount - Thoroughly coat barrel
9. Engine Cooling System (9). (Figure 5-1) Application - Brush on 4 points
Lube Type - AFC-50/50

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TURNTABLE LUBRICATION to fittings. Continue rotating 90° and grease the

fittings until the whole bearing is greased.

LIFT CYLINDER LUBRICATION

18. Upper Lift Cylinder Pivot Pin (18). (Figure 5-2)
Lube Type - EP-MPG
Lube Interval - 500 hours or every 3 months
Lube Amount - Until grease extrudes
Application - 2 grease fitting
19. Lower Lift Cylinder Pivot Pin
Lube Type - NA
15. Turntable Gear Box (15). (Figure 5-2) Lube Interval - NA
Lube Type - SSGL-5 Lube Amount - NA
Lube Interval - Application - NA
• Check and fill every 50 hours.
BOOM LUBRICATION
a. Check level on dipstick. Do not screw dipstick
cap into the tube to check.
b. If no lubricant is visible on dipstick, add until WARNING
between minimum and maximum on dipstick Do not place hands into openings in the boom unless the
• Drain and fill after first 250 hours and every engine is turned off and boom position is secured. Death
500 hours or 12 months thereafter. or serious injury could result if this message is ignored.
a. Unscrew drain plug; remove breather and
20. Hook Block Swivel Bearing (19). (Figure 5-2)
dipstick to ensure all oil has been removed.
Lube Type - EP-MPG
b. After oil is drained, replace the drain plug and
any other plugs that were removed to drain Lube Interval - 250 hours or 3 months
the oil. Lube Amount - Until grease extrudes
c. To refill with oil, make sure the breather is Application - 1 grease fitting
open. Fill until proper location on dipstick.
21. Hook Block Sheaves (20). (Figure 5-2)
d. Tighten breather and dipstick.
Lube Type - EP-MPG
Lube Amount - 4.0 liters (4.25 quarts)
Lube Interval - 250 hours or 3 months
Application - Fill to mark on dipstick
Lube Amount - Until grease extrudes
16. Turntable Gear and Drive Pinion (16). (Figure 5-2)
Application - 1 grease fitting per sheave
Lube Type -EP-OGL
(4 fittings total - 35 ton)(3 fittings total - 35 ton)
Lube Interval - 500 hours or 6 months
22. Telescope Cylinder Wear Pads (22). (Figure 5-3)
Lube Amount - Coat all teeth
Lube Type - EP-MPG
Application - Spray on
Lube Interval - 125 hours or 3 months
17. Turntable Bearing (17). (Figure 5-2)
Lube Amount - Thoroughly coat the area the wear
Lube Type - EP-MPG pad moves on
Lube Interval - 500 hours or 6 months Application - Brush on 2 places; extend boom for
Lube Amount - Until grease extrudes the whole access through access holes in fly section
circumference of the bearing. NOTE: Lubricate more frequently than interval indicated if
Application - 2 grease fittings at the front of the e n v i r o n m e n ta l c o n d i t i o n a n d / o r o p e r a t i n g
turntable. Rotate the turntable 90° and apply grease conditions necessitate.

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NOTE: Should boom chatter or rubbing noises in the boom Lube Interval - 250 hours or 3 months
occur, it will be necessary to lubricate the telescope
Lube Amount - Until grease extrudes
cylinder wear pads. By adding an extension
adapter to a grease gun the wear pads and wear Application - 4 grease fittings; extend boom for entry
areas can be reached through the lubrication through access holes
access holes in the side of the boom and through 28. Boom Pivot Shaft (28). (Figure 5-4)
the access hole in the boom nose between the
sheaves. Lube Type - EP-MPG

23. Side Wear Pads (23). (Figure 5-3) Lube Interval - 250 hours or 3 months

Lube Type - EP-MPG Lube Amount - Until grease extrudes

Lube Interval - 250 hours or 3 months Application - 2 grease fittings, one on each side

NOTE: Lubricate more frequently than interval indicated if 29. Boom Extension Sheave (29). (Figure 5-3)
e n v i r o n m e n ta l c o n d i t i o n a n d / o r o p e r a t i n g Lube Type - EP-MPG
conditions necessitate.
Lube Interval - 250 hours or 3 months
Lube Amount - Thoroughly coat all areas the wear
pad moves on (bottom, top, and side plates) Lube Amount - Until grease extrudes

Application - By brush: 12 places; with boom in Application - 1 grease fitting

extended position. 30. Boom Extension Roller (30). (Figure 5-3)
24. Boom Section Upper Wear Pads (24). (Figure 5-3) Lube Type - EP-MPG
Lube Type - EP-MPG Lube Interval - 250 hours or 3 months
Lube Interval - 50 hours or 1 week Lube Amount - Until grease extrudes
NOTE: Lubricate more frequently than interval indicated if Application - 4 grease fittings
e n v i r o n m e n ta l c o n d i t i o n a n d / o r o p e r a t i n g
31. Upper Boom Nose Sheave (31). (Figure 5-3)
conditions necessitate.
Lube Type - EP-MPG
Lube Amount - Thoroughly coat the area the wear
pad moves on Lube Interval - 250 hours or 3 months
Application - Brush on - 6 places; with boom in Lube Amount - Until grease extrudes
extended position. Application - 1 grease fitting per sheave
25. Boom Section Lower Wear Pads (25). (Figure 5-3) 32. Lower Boom Nose Sheave (32). (Figure 5-3)
Lube Type - EP-MPG Lube Type - EP-MPG
Lube Interval - 50 hours or 1 week Lube Interval - 250 hours or 3 months
Lube Amount - Thoroughly coat all areas the wear Lube Amount - Until grease extrudes
pad moves on (bottom, top, and side plates)
Application - 1 grease fitting per sheave
Application - By brush; 3 places; with boom in
extended position. 33. Auxiliary Boom Nose Sheave (33). (Figure 5-3)

26. Extend & Synchronization Cable Sheaves (26). Lube Type - EP-MPG
(Figure 5-3)
Lube Type - EP-MPG
Lube Interval - 250 hours or 3 months 5
Lube Amount - Until grease extrudes
Lube Interval - 250 hours or 3 months Application - 1 grease fitting
Lube Amount - Until grease extrudes 34. Mast Sheave (34). (Figure 5-3)
Application - 3 grease fittings. Two on the top of the Lube Type - EP-MPG
boom and one inside at the end of the tele cylinder.
Lube Interval - 500 hours or 12 months
27. Retract Cable Sheaves (27). (Figure 5-3)
Lube Amount - As Necessary
Lube Type - EP-MPG
Application - 1 grease fitting

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HOIST LUBRICATION "milky" with only a small layer of transparent oil on

top. If the "milky” appearance was due to air
35. Main Hoist (35). (Figure 5-4) foaming, it will dissipate and the oil should closely
Lube Type - AGMA EP-4 match the fresh oil. Should you have any
questions, please contact your local Grove
Lube Interval - Every 1000 hours or 12 months distributor or Manitowoc CraneCARE.
Lube Amount - Capacity - 5.2 liters (5.5 quarts)
37. Hydraulic Reservoir (Figure 5-4)
Application - Fill until level with the check plug
Lube Type - HYDO
opening
Lube Interval -
36. Auxiliary Hoist (Optional) (36). (Figure 5-4)
- Check fluid level every 10 hours or daily, using
Lube Type - AGMA EP-4 sight gauge (37) on side of tank, with boom
Lube Interval - Every 1000 hours or 12 months down and all outrigger cylinders retracted

Lube Amount - Capacity - 5.2 liters (5.5 quarts) - Drain and refill as necessary
Lube Amount - 397.4 liters (105 gal.), to FULL mark
Application - Fill until level with the check plug
on sight gauge.
opening
Application - Fill through breather/fill cap on top of
HYDRAULIC LUBRICATION tank. When tank is drained, clean the magnetic pipe
plug.
NOTE: Environmental and other conditions can
dramatically affect the condition of hydraulic oil and 38. Hydraulic Filter (38). (Figure 5-4)
filters. Therefore, specific intervals for servicing/ Change the filter when the restriction indicator is in the
changing hydraulic oil, filters and hydraulic tank red.
breathers cannot be set. However, it is imperative
for the continued satisfactory performance of FUEL FILTER
Grove cranes that inspections be performed on the
basis of how and where each crane is used. Air 39. Fuel Filter (39). (Figure 5-4)
borne and ingested contaminants can significantly
- Drain water trap every 10 hours or daily
reduce the life of oil and the condition of hydraulic
oil filters and tank breathers. - Change filter every 500 hours or 6 months

NOTE: Under normal operating conditions, it is AIR CLEANER FILTER

recommended that hydraulic oil, filters and
breathers be inspected and oils sampled at least 40. Air Cleaner Filter (40). (Figure 5-4)
every 3 to 6 months and more frequently for severe Replace air cleaner filter element when indicator
operating conditions. The inspections should be for shows red (25” H2O).
air borne and/or ingested particles and water that
deteriorate and contaminate the oil (e.g., oil
appears “milky” or no longer has a transparent
WIRE ROPE LUBRICATION
clear to amber color). The return filter by-pass Wire rope is lubricated during manufacturing so that the
indicator should be observed daily to determine if strands, and individual wires in strands, may move as the
the contaminants content may be high. If the rope moves and bends. A wire rope cannot be lubricated
indicator reaches the red zone or indicates a by- sufficiently during manufacture to last its entire life.
pass condition, the hydraulic oil must be sampled. Therefore, new lubricant must be added periodically
The hydraulic tank breather should also be throughout the life of a rope to replace factory lubricant which
inspected to assure that it is not restricting air flow is used or lost.
into and out of the reservoir.
NOTE: Wire rope may be purchased by contacting the
NOTE: To inspect hydraulic oil, fill a small glass container Manitowoc CraneCARE Parts Department.
with a sample of reservoir oil and another glass
container with fresh oil. Let the samples stand, For more detailed information concerning the lubrication and
undisturbed, for one to two hours and then inspection of wire rope, refer to WIRE ROPE in Section 1-
compare the samples. If the reservoir oil is heavily INTRODUCTION in the Service Manual.
contaminated with water the sample will appear

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