Mac25 Maintenance Section 2
Mac25 Maintenance Section 2
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DATE: 5/10/99
RE: MAC 25
The Tele Cylinder Hoses in the Mac 25’s can experience wear and damage if they are not tensioned
properly and if the plastic sheave they move over is not free to rotate. The hoses then bunch in between the
large & small cylinders and the outer casing can be damaged.
All MAC 25’s with powered third extensions should have these hoses retensioned at their next service and
then at every 250 hourly service thereafter (when the chains/ ropes are checked)
The tension should be as tight as the average person can reasonably pull the hoses, without being excessive.
There is no way to check the pulley without removing the large tele cylinder, however if the cylinder is
removed for any reason the pulley should be checked and freed up if necessary. Removing material from
the bore of the pulley so that it is a loose fit on the shaft is acceptable.
When tensioning the hoses, be careful that the retaining collets do not cut into the outer casing of the hose.
It may be necessary to radius the back of the collets where they clamp the hoses to prevent them from
digging in. New collets have this radius.
Where the hoses are known to be leaking and insufficient tension is found to be the only problem, i.e. it is
preferred not to remove the tele cylinder to rectify another problem, the hoses can be replaced with the
boom fully assembled (use Franna part number PLMXA3032- BOOM HOSE REPLACEMENT KIT)
PLMXA3032- is available & lists all parts required & procedures for replacing the hoses without
dismantling the boom.
Yours Sincerely,
Mick Walsh
Engineer
ABN 86 010 671 048
TEREX LIFTING AUSTRALIA PTY LTD ACN 010 671 048
™
Curtin Avenue East • P.O. Box 1396 • Eagle Farm QLD 4009 AUSTRALIA
Telephone: (+61) 7 3868 9600 Facsimile: (+61) 7 3268 2489 ™
LIFTING Internet : www.franna.com.au E-Mail : [email protected]
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TEREX|ΦΡΑΝΝΑ aligns its standing of winch rope mounted Workboxes to that of the Australian Standards
and the relevant Workplace Health and Safety requirements. For this reason Franna Cranes endorses the
using our boom mounted Manbasket where possible. However, AS 2550.1-1993 Clause 7.16.1 accepts that
under certain special tasks of short duration it may not practical to use such means and hence a winch rope
mounted workbox may be used in strict accordance to the requirements of AS 2550.1-1993 Clause 7.16.
AS 2550.1-1993 Clause 7.16.3(e) states the requirement for an up-limit switch on hoist motion. AS 1418.5-
1995 Clause 7.5.3.2(a)(ii) gives an example of a hoisting limiter for Two-block damage prevention device.
The Franna boom design is unique in that it incorporates Hook Compensation - even whilst telescoping and
luffing the hook block will still remain at the same position relative to the boom head. This is achieved by the
physical path that the winch rope is reeved through the boom (the Operators Manual under winch rope
replacement shows this). The boom head is designed to be two blocked and the hydraulic control system for
the winch is fitted with a maximum pressure compensator to limit the maximum line pull. For this reason it is
impossible for the operator to brake an in-service condition winch rope by Two-blocking the hook. The winch
rope fully complies to AS 1418.5-1995 Clause 6.1.1 for a minimum safety factor of 4:1. It has been shown,
with Workplace Health and safety that the Franna design complies in full with the requirements of AS
1418.5-1995 Clause 7.5.3.2(a)(ii) Two-block damage prevention device.
We also note that the down limit switch refereed to in clause 7.16.3(f) is only required if the workbox is to be
lowered below the crane’s supporting surface - the crane, when correctly reeved, will have enough rope to
meet the supported surface.
Whilst AS 2550.1-1993 has not been mandated in Queensland, it serves as a guide to fulfil the requirements
of the Workplace Health and Safety Act 1995, Section 32. We only endorse any usage of a workbox is strict
accordance to AS 2550.1-1993.
In addition, the MAC 25 Crane’s telescoping boom has Hook Compensation for the first two extensions, the
third extension requires the operator to compensate, and hence it is fitted with a Anti Two-block device. This
fully complies with the requirements of AS 1418.5-1995 Clause 7.5.3.2(a)(i) and AS 2550.1-1993 Clause
7.16.3.
Note that the above statements only apply to the TEREX|ΦΡΑΝΝΑ design. Other similar cranes need to
be inspected with the same level of scrutiny, as we know that subtle differences in the basic design and
control system will cause the compliance to fail.
Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Yours Sincerely,
DATE: 13/04/00
RE: 4WD-10, 12, 16, UC-10, MAC 12, 14, 25, AT-14 and18
It has been brought to our attention that, depending on the duty of usage, after many years of service
the steering cylinder rod clevis can develop excessive play in the threaded components. Whilst this
can be classed as normal wear and tear for such a component, if this process is left to continue the
result can lead to a potentially dangerous condition.
In lieu of this Terex Franna recommends periodic inspection, namely at every 250 hour service
interval, of the clevis/rod threaded connection. This can be inspected by applying the foot brake fully
and steering the crane until resistance is felt to the left and right, whilst another person inspects the
connection of the clevis to the cylinder rod. If any movement is present the components should be
replaced. NOTE: Caution should be taken to keep clear of the potential crush zone in the
articulation pivot.
To prevent any future wear in these components the cylinder rod will now be fitted with a welded
clevis. This will make this joint maintenance free. Listed below are the replacement part numbers for
the welded clevis rod assemblies, which may be purchased from our spare parts department.
Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Yours Sincerely,
DATE: 13/04/00
RE: 4WD-10, 12, 16, UC-10, MAC 12, 14, 25, AT-14 and18
It has been brought to our attention that, depending on the duty of usage, after many years of service
the steering cylinder rod clevis can develop excessive play in the threaded components. Whilst this
can be classed as normal wear and tear for such a component, if this process is left to continue the
result can lead to a potentially dangerous condition.
In lieu of this Terex Franna recommends periodic inspection, namely at every 250 hour service
interval, of the clevis/rod threaded connection. This can be inspected by applying the foot brake fully
and steering the crane until resistance is felt to the left and right, whilst another person inspects the
connection of the clevis to the cylinder rod. If any movement is present the components should be
replaced. NOTE: Caution should be taken to keep clear of the potential crush zone in the
articulation pivot.
To prevent any future wear in these components the cylinder rod will now be fitted with a welded
clevis. This will make this joint maintenance free. Listed below are the replacement part numbers for
the welded clevis rod assemblies, which may be purchased from our spare parts department.
Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Yours Sincerely,
SERVICE BULLETIN
BULLETIN NO: SB0069
DATE: 10/01/01
EFFECTIVE: Immediately
All current Franna cranes achieve there steering function by means of a hydraulic control
system. This has proven itself as being safe and reliable, however the system needs to be
correctly serviced to ensure this is maintained. To assist in this process we have
developed a recommended inspection for hose replacement criteria, which will be added
to the service inspection procedures – please find details below.
HOSE DESCRIPTION :
PASS OR
DESCRIPTION OF INSPECTION REJECT COMMENTS
LEAKAGE
DAMAGE TO COVER
KINKED OR CRUSHED
TWISTED
LOOSE COVER
CRACKED, DAMAGED OR BADLY
CORRODED FITTINGS
FITTING SLIPPAGE ON HOSE
REPLACEMENT CRITERIA – A REJECT ON ANY OF THE ABOVE ITEMS
REQUIRES THAT THE HOSE SHOULD BE REPLACED
INSPECTED BY : DATE: / /
We recommend that the inspection should be performed at the next service interval, then
take place at every 250 hr period thereafter.
Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Yours Sincerely,
Danny Black
Engineer Manager (B.E. Mech)
Terex Lifting Australia Pty. Ltd.
It has come to our attention that MAC-25 2 nd Extension Cylinder Anchor Pin mounting bolts
can come loose and thus could result in the tele cylinder anchor pins coming out. This
problem appears to be due to wear in the pin mounting hole.
We are now issuing this Bulletin, so that the above mentioned mounting bolts and pins are
checked as per the following recommendations. Obviously if there is considerable wear
between the pin and hole, repairs should done to restore the components to original
specification.
Please check the below diagram for actual placement of bolt and pin, and ensure that
these are secure and that the bolt is set to correct torque setting, at each 250-Hour service
interval.
Torque Setting on Bolts (3/8” UNC x ¾” GR.5 ZP) shall be 27 lbf.ft / 36.6 Nm.
Should you have and questions or comments concerning this bulletin, please contact
Terex Lifting Australia Pty Ltd Product Support Department on (07) 3868 9600.
Issue:
We require passwords to gain entry to certain configuration areas of the 3B6 Load Moment
Indicator system, on above-mentioned cranes.
Action:
Black Box entry: Password for entry into downloading Data logging lift data is 4482. No
Laptop required. Gains entry to last 15 lift details.
New Generation Length / Angle Calibration: Password to change length and angle
calibration on later model machines is 3577. No Laptop required. Only relevant for
Mercedes engine cranes.
Additional Notes:
4) Load Software as follows: Press “3” [Carica (load) utility U2MIC] >enter.
4.1) Press “11” [Carica (load) Page 1] >enter, wait until loading completed.
4.2) Press “12” >enter, wait until page 2 loading is completed.
4.3) Press “13” >enter to load page 3; (only 3 pages can be loaded each step).
4.4) Press “2” > enter [Avvia (Start) Programma].
4.5) Exit H2F program by pressing “0” >enter.
4.6) Re-enter program same as 3.10 by typing “h2f”>enter.
4.7) Press “3” [Carica (load) utility U2MIC] >enter.
4.8) Press “14” >enter to load page 4, repeat for page 5 “15” .
4.9) Repeat steps: 4.4, 4.5,
4.10) Type "ms" and ENTER twice to go to parameters and save.
6) Test program on simulator or on actual machine, select each individual duty (mode), and check performance.
If some data is incorrect in any mode: select the faulty mode, and
6.1) Repeat step 5.5, then go to Parameter #150 and make value “360” >enter, program will count down to 0
(zero), cancelling the program for the selected mode, then repeat step 5.6 to memorize corrections.
6.2) To exit program: press “Esc”, go to “File”, scroll down to “Uscita (Exit)” > enter.
6.3) At prompt [c:\m\um\AT15>] type “exit” to completely exit the MS-DOS.
Simple, available and cost effective ™
Calibration Procedure for MEGATECH System.
Yours sincerely,
Should you have and questions or comments concerning this bulletin, please contact
Terex Lifting Australia Pty Ltd Product Support Department on (07) 3868 960
Issue:
Recent inspections on MAC25 Counterweight Lifting cylinders have found that the bolt that
attaches the lifting chain to the counter-weight lifting rams at the rear of the crane have shown signs
of wear & distortion. These chains must only be used to lift the counterweight into the pinning
position. The counterweight must be secured using the pins provided. Once the counterweight is
pinned, the tension must be released from the chains. (Under no circumstances should the crane
be operated using the lifting chains to secure the counter-weight)
Actions required:
Periodic inspection of the bolts and replace if any wear or bolt distortion is visible. Two bolt sizes
were fitted M8 x 40mm long grade 10.9 or M12 x 45mm long grade 10.9; original size must be
fitted. Ensure a new nyloc nut is used with the replacement bolt.
Should you have and questions or comments concerning this bulletin, please contact
Terex Lifting Australia Pty Ltd Product Support Department on (07) 3868 9600.
This Service Bulletin has been issued as guideline for assessing Centre Pivot Bearing
Wear in TEREX|FRANNA cranes. To check bearing wear follow the steps below:
1. Fully retract the boom and set at zero degrees boom angle.
2. Use a dial gauge to measure axial clearance:
(i) 4WD 8/10/12, UC-15, AT-14/15 - Place the magnetic base of the dial
gauge on the bottom plate of the rear body, with the spindle positioned as
close as possible to the centre of the pin (as shown in Figure 1.1).
(ii) 4WD 16, AT-18/20 – Place the magnetic base of the dial gauge on the
bottom plate of the front body, with the spindle on the centre pivot pin (As
shown in Figure 1.2).
(iii) MAC12/14/25 – Place the base of the dial gauge on the top plate of the
front body with the spindle placed on the centre of the pin (as shown in
Figure 1.3).
(iv) UC-10 - Place the magnetic base of the dial gauge underneath the
bottom plate of the front body, with the spindle on the centre pivot pin (As
shown in Figure 1.4).
3. Zero out the dial gauge with crane boom fully retracted.
4. With the dial gauge reset to zero, fully extend the boom and record the reading from
the dial gauge.
5. Repeat the above steps to ensure consistency.
An adjustable bearing assembly is installed in UC-15, AT-15 Series II/III, AT-20 Series III
and MAC 25 cranes. The bearing should be adjusted every 250 hours to achieve an axial
clearance of less than 0.1mm (Refer to Centre Pivot Adjustment Procedures UXA1013,
15A1011 & MXA1013). However if an axial clearance of less than 0.5mm cannot be
achieved with adjustment, then the centre pivot bearings/pins need to be replaced.
All other TEREX|FRANNA models have a non-adjustable bearing assembly; if the axial
clearance is greater than 1mm, then the centre pivot bearings/pins need to be replaced.
Should you have and questions or comments concerning this bulletin, please contact
Terex Lifting Australia Pty Ltd Product Support Department on (07) 3868 9600.
Australian Standards AS 2550.1 & 5 specify the requirements for Major Inspections of
Mobile Cranes. The Major Inspection covers items over and above routine maintenance.
The philosophy behind the Major Inspection is to ensure that components which have
reached the end their design life are repaired/replaced for continued safe operation.
Components reach their design life primarily from use, but they can also be affected by
their storage or operating environment.
In considering past usage we need to take into account the past state of loading and
utilization as compared to the crane’s design classifications. In the absence of detailed
crane duty cycle history, the crane’s operating hours can be used. This must be assessed
in conjunction with the crane’s maintenance records to verify the operating hours are
correct and that the crane has been properly maintained over the life of the crane.
Once it has been verified that the component’s past usage is less than its design life, it is
safe to continue using the component and carry out routine maintenance until it has
reached the end of its design life. This approach applies only to components that reach
their design by fatigue (number of cycles). The Major Inspection also covers items that
reach their design life subject to their operating environment, for example corrosion and
material breakdown. Specifically the materials used in hydraulic hoses tend to break down
over time; hence it is also recommended that the steering hoses be replaced at 10 years.
In addition, Australian Standard AS 2550.1 states that the Major Inspection shall address
any manufacturer’s safety upgrades and to consider the viability of upgrading the crane to
the requirements of the latest Australian Standard. These are considered to be
independent of the crane’s usage and hence should be carried out at 10 years.
Please refer to our MAJOR INSPECTION CRITERIA, document number QF23O, for
detailed requirements of TEREX|FRANNA cranes.
Should you have and questions or comments concerning this bulletin, please contact
Terex Lifting Australia Pty Ltd Product Support Department on (07) 3868 9600.
Warning
Inadequate lubrication can cause driveline failure which can
result in separation of the driveline from the vehicle. A separated Figure A
driveline can result in serious injury or death. In order to avoid SERIES BOLT P/N THREAD SIZE BOLT TORQUE
2) Be sure that you use only approved lubricants. 1610 6-73-412 .375-24 45-60 61-81
3) Be sure that you relubricate at recommended intervals. 1710 8-73-316 .500-20 115-135 156-183
1760 8-73-316 .500-20 115-135 156-183
1810 8-73-316 .500-20 115-135 156-183
Lubrication Procedure For Universal Joints
Chart 1
Spicer replacement universal joint kits contain only enough
grease to provide needle bearing protection during storage. Warning
It is therefore necessary to completely lubricate each journal Half round bearing strap retaining bolts should not be reused.
cross and bearing assembly prior to assembly into the
driveshaft yokes. Each journal cross lube reservoir should be • On full round closed hole yokes, Figures B & C, loosen
fully packed with a grease as recommended in Chart 4. Each the bolts holding the bearing assembly that doesn’t purge
bearing assembly should also be wiped with the same to release seal tension. It may be necessary to loosen the
grease, filling all the cavities between the rollers and applying bearing assembly approximately 1/16 inch minimum. Apply
a liberal grease coating on the bottom of each bearing cap. grease gun pressure to purge seal or seals. If loosening
After the kits are installed into the driveshaft yokes and prior does not cause purging, remove the bearing assembly to
to placing into service, relube as follows: determine cause of blockage.
1. Using the proper lubricant, purge all four bearing seals of 4. Re-tighten or replace bolts based on bolt designs as
each U-joint. This flushes abrasive contaminants from each detailed in Chart 1, 2 or 3.
bearing and assures all four bearings are filled properly. Pop
the seals. Spicer seals are made to be popped.
Figure C
OLD-LOCK
Retightening of Bolts: Lock Strap Design. After lubricating
the joint, run the bolts down until the bearing plates are flush to
the yoke faces, torque bolts to specification shown in Chart 3
and then bend the tabs of the lock strap against the side of the
bolt heads to lock the bolts in place. See Warning
Figure B
Re-Installing Serrated Bolts: Loosely install new bolts. (See Torque Specifications
the following chart below for bolt part numbers.) Tighten the new BOLT WITH LOCK STRAP (PRE-SPRING 1994 MODELS)
bolts to the torque specified in Chart 2. See Warning SERIES BOLT P/N THREAD SIZE BOLT TORQUE
Chart 4
TYPE OF SERVICE MILES OR TIME Important - In cold winter months, activate the slip spline
City 5000/8000 3 Months assembly by driving the vehicle sufficiently to cause displacement
On-Highway (Mid-Range) 10000/15000 3 Months of the grease prior to its stiffening. Otherwise, the slip yoke plug
On-Highway (Line Haul) 10000/15000 30 Days may be forced out due to hydraulic pressure causing loss of grease
On/Off Highway 5000/8000 3 Months and allowing abrasive contaminants to enter the slip spline.
Off Highway/Industrial 500/200 Hours*
Recommended Lubricants for Slip Assemblies
Chart 5
Always use a good E.P. grease, meeting N.L.G.I. Grade 2
*Relubrication cycles for off-highway and industrial use vary depending on the
application and operating conditions. In general, to obtain maximum life, specifications, on Glidecoat™ and steel splines. The same
relubrication should occur every 500 hours for normal service and every 200 lubricant used for universal joint kits is satisfactory for slip
hours for continuous service or severe environmental conditions.
assemblies.
On-highway is defined as all applications requiring less than
10% operating time on gravel, dirt or unimproved roads. If Lubrication Procedure for Center Bearing Assemblies
longer than 10% operating time off-highway, use on/off Initial lubrication is done by Spicer manufacturers. (No
highway recommendations. attempt should be made to add or change grease within the
bearing itself.) However, when servicing a driveshaft in the
Lubrication Procedure for Slip Assemblies
field with a new center bearing, it is necessary to fill the
Relube slip assemblies at the same intervals as universal joint
entire cavity around the bearing with waterproof grease
kits. Apply grease gun pressure until grease appears at the
to shield the bearing from water and contaminants. The
pressure relief hole in the slip yoke plug. (See Photo 1)
quantity should be sufficient to fill the cavity to the extreme
edge of the slinger surrounding the bearing.