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The Mantis 8010 is a diesel-powered, hydraulically-
operated crawler crane. Its maximum load capacity is
40 U.S. tons (36.2 metric tons), depending on boom
position and rigging.
The 8010 is operated from the crane operator’s cab.
This main operating station provides for operation
and monitoring of all crane functions, including winch,
boom, swing, and travel controls. All controls for nor-
mal crane operations are arranged in the standard
configuration for crane operation.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS EQUIP-
MENT UNTIL YOU READ AND FULLY UNDER-
STAND ALL OF THE OPERATING INFORMATION IN
THIS MANUAL.
FAILURE TO DO SO WILL CREATE A HAZARDOUS
SITUATION THAT MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY, DEATH AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
Although the Mantis 8010 is simple to operate and
care for, the operator must be thoroughly familiar with
its operating controls and methods before starting any
lifting work. Prior to operating the 8010, read and
understand the information in this manual.
This machine uses a number of specialized controls
and operator aids to enhance operation. Some of
these devices may be unfamiliar to you. Your dealer,
as part of his service, can explain any control or
maintenance functions that are not clear.
The way you operate and maintain the Mantis 8010
for its first 100 hours will largely determine its useful
life and freedom from unscheduled maintenance. This
manual contains use and regular maintenance
instructions for the 8010. Keep it handy, preferably in
the operator’s cab, and refer to it often.
MANUAL ORGANIZATION
This manual is organized as follows:
1. Overview - describes the 8010 in general, lists
general cautions for safe crane operation, and
explains the crane’s systems and the way its docu-
mentation is organized.
2. Dash/control panels - describes the operator con-
trols
3. Engine Controls
4. Load Moment Indicator/Anti-Two-Block Control
5. Engine - describes the startup and shutdown pro-
cedures and routine checks necessary to make
sure the engine is operating properly and to keep it
operating reliably.
6. Winching system - Describes the operation of the
lifting winch and proper hoisting procedures for the
8010.
7. Swing System - Describes the swing system and
its operation
8. Boom Controls - Describes the operation of the
boom up/down and telescope in/out systems.
9. Travel - describes the operation of the 8010’s trav-
el controls.
10. Routine Maintenance - details the maintenance
functions the operator usually performs as part of
crane operation.
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1. OVERVIEW
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