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Model 72/516 Crane

Revision Date 20120305

IOWA MOLD TOOLING CO., INC.

PO Box 189
Garner, IA 50438
Tel: 641-923-3711 FAX: 641-923-2424
Website: http://www.imt.com

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Printed on 5 March, 2012

Contents
Revisions .................................................................................................................................................... iii

72/516 Loader
1.
2.
3.
4.

Introduction..............................................................................................................................................7
Description of Loader Terminology ........................................................................................................7
Control Valve Symbols............................................................................................................................8
Operating Instructions..............................................................................................................................9
4.1a Safety Precautions......................................................................................................................9
4.1b Engaging the PTO ...................................................................................................................10
4.1c Stabilizer Functions .................................................................................................................10
4.2 Unfolding the Loader.................................................................................................................12
4.3 Using the Loader ......................................................................................................................13
4.4 After Operation.........................................................................................................................14
4.5 Manual Override Instructions - Crane and Stabilizers...............................................................16
5. Maintenance...........................................................................................................................................18
5.1 Lubrication Chart.......................................................................................................................19
5.1a Greasing Rotation System .......................................................................................................19
5.1b Gear Greasing..........................................................................................................................20
5.1c Greasing the Winch .................................................................................................................21
5.2 Lubrication Diagram.................................................................................................................21
5.3 Rotation System Mounting ........................................................................................................22
5.4 Mounting Planetary Gear...........................................................................................................24
5.5 Hose Reel Spring Tension .........................................................................................................24
6. Optional Extras ......................................................................................................................................25
6.1 Manual Extensions ...................................................................................................................26
6.2 Winch .......................................................................................................................................26
6.2a Winch Technical Information ..................................................................................................27
6.3 Fly-Jib.......................................................................................................................................28
7. Lifting Capacity and Lifting Capacity Diagrams...................................................................................30
7.1 Lifting Capacity Labels on the Loader .....................................................................................30
7.2 Lifting Capacity Diagrams .......................................................................................................30
8. Technical Data .......................................................................................................................................38
8. Loading Groups ..........................................................................................................................38
72/516 Centers of Gravity (1)..........................................................................................................39
72/516 Centers of Gravity (2)..........................................................................................................41
72/516 Dimensional Drawings ........................................................................................................42
Dimensional Drawings with Fly-Jib FJ1200 ...................................................................................43
Dimensional Drawings, Fly-Jib FJ1200 (2).....................................................................................44
Technical Data 72/516 K2 - K5.......................................................................................................45
Technical Data 72/516 K6 - K8.......................................................................................................47
9. Working Pressure & Pump Performance ................................................................................................48
10. Description of the Hydraulic System ...................................................................................................49
10.1 Hydraulic System - Pump & Tank...........................................................................................49
10.2 Hydraulic System, Rotation.....................................................................................................50
10.3 Hydraulic System, Inner & Outer Boom .................................................................................50
10.4 Hydraulic System, Extension...................................................................................................51
10.5 Hydraulic System, Stabilizers..................................................................................................51
10.6 Hydraulic System, Fly-Jib .......................................................................................................51

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10.7 Hydraulic System, Winch........................................................................................................52

10.8 Hose Reels & Fittings..............................................................................................................53
10.9 Hydraulic Valve Functions ......................................................................................................54
10.10 Installation, Pump - Tank ......................................................................................................56
10.11 Hydraulic Valve System Adjustment ....................................................................................57
10.12 Pressure Settings....................................................................................................................59
10.13 Opening Pressure on Load-Holding Valves ..........................................................................60
11. Load Moment Limitation.....................................................................................................................61
12. Heavy Duty Lifting - HDL ..................................................................................................................61
13. Hoses and Hydraulic Pipes ..................................................................................................................62
14. Bleeding of Air ....................................................................................................................................62
15. Repair...................................................................................................................................................62
16. Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................................63
16a. Reaction Table for Stabilizer Valve.........................................................................................63
16b. Error Codes on Output in CIO 5070........................................................................................64

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Revisions
DATE

LOCATION

DESCRIPTION

20050627
20061106
20071116

PAGES 43,44
Sect. 4.5

20120305

Throughout

ROTATION TORQUE ERROR - SHOULD BE 57,900 FT-LB (8 TM)

Added manual override instructions.
ECN 9000 - Updated capacity chart, technical drawing and
specifications for consistency between models.
ECN 11628 - Updated stabilizer wording, electrocution decal.

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CHAPTER 1

72/516 Loader
In This Chapter
1. Introduction............................................................................7
2. Description of Loader Terminology .......................................7
3. Control Valve Symbols ..........................................................8
4. Operating Instructions ...........................................................9
5. Maintenance..........................................................................17
6. Optional Extras......................................................................25
7. Lifting Capacity and Lifting Capacity Diagrams.....................30
8. Technical Data ......................................................................37
9. Working Pressure & Pump Performance ...............................48
10. Description of the Hydraulic System ...................................49
11. Load Moment Limitation ......................................................61
12. Heavy Duty Lifting - HDL.....................................................61
13. Hoses and Hydraulic Pipes .................................................62
14. Bleeding of Air .....................................................................62
15. Repair..................................................................................62
16. Troubleshooting....................................................................63

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1. Introduction
This instruction manual contains a description of the loader, instructions for operation as well as
for maintenance and servicing of the loader.
It is very important that the owner and operator are familiar with the contents of this manual as
well as the Safety Manual, the RCL Instruction Manual, and the Service Booklet prior to beginning loader
operation.
It is also important to attend the recommended service overhauls. These service overhauls are
designed to secure operational safety at all times and will also be of importance in case of
warranty claims at a later stage, where great importance will be attached to whether these
overhauls have been carried through by an authorized IMT service point or not.
As IMT is constantly developing and improving the loaders, your loader model may have been
changed slightly since printing of this instruction manual.

2. Description of Loader Terminology

The loader is designed as a truck-mounted loader and therefore stationary mounting of the
loader, mounting on agricultural tractors, special purpose vehicles etc. must only take place
according to specific agreement with IMT.
20

14
13
12

10

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.

15

9
8

11

16

17

18

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Suspension Bridge
Hydraulic Control Valve
Stabilizer Arm
Extension Cylinder
Stabilizers
Control Valve, Stabilizers
Rotation System / Cylinder
Planetary Gear Drive
Inner Boom Cylinder
Base

11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.

Mast
Link Arm, Inner Boom
Hinge Pin
Inner Boom (Main Boom)
Outer Cylinder
Outer Boom Pin
Link Arm, Outer Boom
Outer Boom (Jib)
Extension
Extension Cylinder

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3. Control Valve Symbols

Extension
out
Outer
boom up
Boom down
Rotation right

Grab open up
Rotator right

Right stabilizer
arm extend
Right stabilizer down

Fly-Jib,
extension out
Fly-Jib, jib up

Winch down

Each control valve has a label showing the functions of that particular valve.

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4. Operating Instructions
4.1a Safety Precautions
Before loader operation the operator must make sure that the loader operation does not entail
any unnecessary risk. Special attention must be paid to the following factors:
1

The ground must be sufficiently firm to take up the pressure from the stabilizer legs. Use of
steel plates under the foot plates are recommended in case of heavy lifting.

The ground must not be slippery (i.e. covered with ice or sand). When the parking brake is
applied, the truck must be able to take up the horizontal forces from the loader without
skidding or moving.

The truck must be parked in such a way that the operator has a complete view of the
working area.

The operator must make sure that there are no electric wires or any other obstacles within
the working radius of the loader.

The operator must inform any unauthorized persons that entry into the working area is not
permitted.

Electrocution Hazard
Crane is not insulated
NEVER approach or contact power lines
with any part of this equipment or load.
Keep 50 feet away from any power line if
voltage is not known.
Keep 20 feet away from any power line
350 kilovolts or less.
Account for swaying motion of power line,
equipment, and load line.
Follow OSHA 29CFR 1926.1400.
Death or serious injury will result from
approaching or contacting a power line.

70392813

For all work in the proximity of power plants or overhead wires the following general rules apply:
1

Due care and caution must be exercised in the planning, instructing for and execution of
such work in order to prevent any risk or danger to persons, equipment or goods.

Any power supply plant, installation or wire must be considered live until the responsible
power supply authority has provided a declaration to the opposite effect.

Any directions or guidelines from the responsible power supply authorities or public bodies
should be strictly observed.

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Any person or company directly responsible for the implementation of work in the proximity of
overhead wires or electric power stations must make sure that all personnel involved in the
execution of such work is familiar with any laws, rules or safety regulations, national as well as
local, governing such work in the relevant country, territory or zone.

4.1b Engaging the PTO

1

Switch the change-over valve, if any, to loader.

Engage the PTO at low revolutions.

The engine revolution speed is regulated by means of the hand accelerator in order to
ensure that the oil flow from the hydraulic pump corresponds to the recommended pump flow
for the loader. When starting up in the cold, the oil should be allowed to circulate for a few
minutes before operation starts.

Apply the vehicle parking brake.

Starting up:
a Pull out the emergency stop button remember both sides of the loader, if necessary.
b Push the green button once. The RUN diode is lit and the safety system is activated.

4.1c Stabilizer Functions

Push the yellow button twice and the FUNC and F5 diodes are lit. After 2 seconds the diodes
are turned off, but the stabilizer function remains activated.
The stabilizer function is activated. Complete the following items.
NOTE:
On certain loader models the stabilizers are operated using the radio remote control. See the
IRC Instruction Manual.
To return to loader functions,
Either activate one of the control levers of the loaders control valve OR Push the yellow button
twice. "FUNC is lit and F5 is turned off.
All loader functions are now active.

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STABILIZERS
Release the stabilizer lock and the safety lock and extend the stabilizer arm completely, and lock
them again.

If the loader is equipped with a hydraulic extension function, it must only be used for extending
and retracting the stabilizer arm. The stability of the loader and the vehicle is based on the
stabilizers in their extreme position and the loader should only be used at maximum stabilizer
spread. The operator must know whether or not the vehicle is stable in the area in front of the
stabilizers (over the drivers cab). Lower the stabilizer legs just enough to raise the truck chassis
slightly. The tires must still maintain full contact with the ground. During truck loading the
stabilizer legs must be raised from time to time, to ensure that the truck carries the weight of the
load. The stabilizer legs are not designed to support this excessive load.
The optimum loader operation is achieved when the vehicle is positioned as close to horizontal
as possible. Using the stabilizer legs, level the vehicle to a horizontal position before operating
the loader.
If the ground is not firm enough to handle the stabilizer leg pressure, place a steel plate or
something similar under the foot plates.

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4.2 Unfolding the Loader

4

3
5
1

2
1

Extend the stabilizer arms completely. This also goes for the separate traverse (if any).

Lower the stabilizer legs according to 4.1c Stabilizer Functions (on page 10) above. This
also goes for the separate traverse (if any).
NOTE
The outer boom must be raised (the outer boom down movement of the lever), so that the
outer boom is released from the bracket.

Raise the main boom, which releases it from the bracket. Raise the inner boom slightly
horizontal so that the outer boom can be moved freely downwards.

Raise the outer boom until it is free of the base.

Stop bracket

Free position
Locked position

NOTE:
In case of loaders equipped with stop bracket on the outer boom, extend the outer boom
extensions a little until the stop bracket is released.

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4.3 Using the Loader

When the loader has been unfolded, work can start.
The lifting capacity of the loader is shown on the lifting capacity diagram on the loader and in the
Loader Data. The capacity limits indicated must never be exceeded.
The loader is designed to lift loads vertically. Diagonal stresses should be avoided. Do not drag
loads across the ground using the extension cylinders or the rotation system. These functions
must only be used once the load is free of the ground.
When mounting a grab, the total weight (grab, rotator and sand/contents) must not exceed the
loaders lifting capacity at maximum reach. The grab/clamshell bucket must be used for moving
excavated soil only. Do not use the grab for excavating.
CAUTION
Damage caused by improper loader operation will not be covered by the IMT warranty.
If the load is extended so far that the loaders lifting capacity is exceeded, the load moment
increasing movements will be stopped. Please see the Instruction Manual on the RCL safety system.
The inner boom will slowly begin to sink in case of overloading. To stop this movement, the load
should be brought in towards the loader mast using the extension retract-movement.
WARNING
Never stand under the boom when the loader is working!
NOTE
Position the truck as closely to the load as possible so that the load can be lifted on the shortest
possible boom.
Use the rotation system with care especially when the inner boom is at an acute angle with the
outer boom.
Do not activate the stabilizers when the loader is working.
Never drive off with a suspended load.

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4.4 After Operation

The loader is folded up by reversing the procedure described in 4.2, Unfolding the Loader (see
"4.2 Unfolding the Loader" on page 12).
If the boom is parked on the truck platform it must be properly secured to prevent the boom from
swinging out during transport. Also the operator must check that the total height does not exceed
13'-1" (4000 mm).
If a fly-jib is attached to the loader and it remains attached after loader operation, the lock bolt
must be secured with a pin to prevent the fly-jib extensions from sliding out in case of hydraulic
system leakage.

Lock bolt

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CAUTION:
Be sure that both the stabilizer lock and safety lock are in place and properly secured to prevent
the stabilizer arm from extending by itself during transport.

If the loader is equipped with swing-up stabilizer legs they must also be secured in position
before driving off. Before the vehicle is started, disengage the PTO and turn off the pump.

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4.5 Manual Override Instructions - Crane and Stabilizers

Crane Manual Override Instructions
1

Remove blue cover (Pos. 1) and hold down push button. (You may put a nut in the blue
cover and mount it again so it holds down the push button.)

Mount a 9 mm combination wrench on the valve section for the required function (Pos. 2).
The wrench will function as a valve handle so you can operate the crane.

CAUTION
For emergency manual override only!

Pos.2

Pos.1

Stabilizer Manual Override Instructions

1

Remove blue cover (Pos. 1 in crane override instruction, and hold down push button.

Remove the blue cover (Pos. 12) and unscrew the brass screw.

Depending on the crane function you require, screw down the black thumb screw at Pos. 9A
or 9B. This allows oil flow to the stabilizer valve bank.

Select the stabilizer function required (Pos. A1 through A8). Remove the blue cover for the
desired function, and unscrew the brass screw to allow oil flow to the desired stabilizer
function. The standard stabilizer function is shown next to the valve position. Use caution your crane may have custom plumbing!

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CAUTION
For emergency manual override only!
12

13
LOW

HIGH

Pos.12
9A

9B

Pos.9A + 9B
(Standard
Plumbing Your application
may differ.)

DOWN/
OUT

UP/
IN

CRANE

BOOM

A1

Vu

Vu

A5

A2

Vn

Vn

A6

A3

Hu

Hu

A4

Hn

Hn

A1 A8

EXT

A7

A8

(Standard
Plumbing Your application
may differ.)

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5. Maintenance
Careful maintenance of the loader is the best way to ensure reliable loader operation at all times.
At daily or weekly intervals, depending on frequency of loader application, complete the following
maintenance steps:
1

Check the oil level in tank. The oil must be visible in the oil level glass of the tank when the
loader is folded. If the loader is equipped with a planetary gear, check the oil level in it.

OIL LEVEL

Make sure that any defects, damage or leaks are repaired at an authorized IMT service point
as soon as they are discovered.

Check that loader is safely mounted to the truck.

Slide blocks and bushings reduce friction and are naturally subject to wear and tear. Replace
slide blocks if too much free play is found in the boom system. Replace bushings before the
metal components physically touch each other.

Check all hoses for defects and kinks.

Check that hooks, wire ropes, straps and the like are in good working order.

Check all lock pins and bolts for wear and tear.

NOTE:
If the loader is not folded after use, make sure that all cylinders are completely retracted at least
once a day. This will maintain the protective oil coating on the piston rods which will prevent
corrosion from occurring on the chromium surface.

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5.1 Lubrication Chart

Lubrication Point
Mast / planetary gear
Pinion ball bearings
Base bearings
Extension system / slide blocks
Guide rail on extension cylinders
Pins / bolts
Stabilizer arms
Control valves and rod
connections

Frequency
After 50 hours of operation / 1 month (whichever occurs first)
After 50 hours of operation / 1 month (whichever occurs first)
After 20 hours of operation / 1 week (whichever occurs first) (Rotate
between stops during greasing)
After 50 hours of operation / 1 month (whichever occurs first)
After 50 hours of operation / 1 month (whichever occurs first)
After 50 hours of operation / 1 month (whichever occurs first)
As required
Oil spray as required

NOTE:
If the loader is not used regularly, additional lubrication may be required.

5.1a Greasing Rotation System

Turntable
Keep the cogging of the turntable greased using a lubricating brush to apply grease through a
grease zerk on the top of the base in front of the planetary gear.
Use water-repellant, calcium-based lubricating grease which meets NLGI 2, such as Statoil
GreaseWay CaH 92. Grease after 50 hours of operation / 1 month (whichever occurs first).
Turntable Bearing
Grease the turntable bearing through grease zerks on the turntable. Apply grease in all zerks
such that visible new grease appears at the edges of the seals. Rotate at least twice during
greasing.
Use lithium-based lubricating grease which meets NLGI 2, such as Statoil Uniway Li 62. Grease
after 50 hours of operation / 1 month (whichever occurs first).

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5.1b Gear Greasing

Reduction Gear
The reduction gear of the planetary gear runs in oil. Remove the air filter on the nipple at the top
of the gear, and fill up with oil, until it becomes visible in the oil level glass next to the air filter.
Drain out the oil by removing the plug.
Lubrication data

Gear oil - VG 150 specification - e.g. Statoil GearWay G5 80 W90.

Oil capacity: 1.4 gal (5.4 l)
Change the oil at each annual service overhaul.
Brake Unit
The brake discs are greased by the oil in the reduction gear. At a normal oil level (the oil must be
visible in the oil level glass), the lower half of the disks rotate in oil.
Output Shaft Lower Bearing
The output shaft with the driving pinion is built in two roller bearings. The upper bearing lies in
the oil, which is filled into the reduction gear. The lower bearing is greased through a grease
nipple at the bottom of the planetary gear.
Lubrication data:
Use lithium-based lubricating grease per NLGI 2, e.g. Statoil Molyway Li 62. Grease/fill up at
each annual service overhaul.

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5.1c Greasing the Winch

The hydraulic winch is filled with gear oil in the planetary gear built into the winch drum.
Draining Oil

The loader and winch must be in a horizontal position.

Unwind the winch wire until 2 plugs become visible on the drum surface. The plugs are
displaced by 90.

Turn the drum so one of the plugs turns downward. Remove both plugs and drain the oil.

Filling with Oil

Turn the winch drum so the threaded hole turns upwards.

Fill with gear oil until the winch drum is half filled, i.e. when the oil starts dripping from the
horizontal threaded hole.

Lubrication Data
Use VG150 Gear Oil such as Statoil GearWay G5 80 W-90.
Oil Capacity - 1.4 quarts (1.3 liters)
Change the oil at each annual service overhaul.

5.2 Lubrication Diagram

Top Bearing

Bottom Bearing

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Each loader is marked with a lubrication decal similar to the graphic shown.
Rotate the loader between stops several times within the whole rotation area while lubricating
the base bearings. Lubricate telescopic extensions and the planetary gear with special grease.
See Recommended Oil & Grease for specific lubricant specifications.
CAUTION
If the loader is not folded after use, make sure that all cylinders are completely retracted at least
once a day. The protective oil coat on the piston rods is thus maintained, preventing corrosion
from occurring on the chromium surface.

5.3 Rotation System Mounting

Before mounting of the turntable, lubricate the surfaces between the turntable and the base / the
column with Loctite 275. Drying time: 3 6 hours.
The turntable has a hardened overlap which should be oriented in a direction so that the
stresses are as minimized.
The internal ring of the turntable has a hardened overlap (teeth and ball groove) marked by a
painted red line. The red line must be oriented so that it turns in an angle of approx. 45 degrees
in relation to the rear mounting pockets of the base. See diagram.

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The external ring of the turntable must be oriented so that the filler plug next to the type plate
turns towards the planetary gear. There is a hardened overlap next to the filler plug (ball groove).
A blue line has been painted on one of the teeth. When positioning the column, it must be
oriented so that the planetary gear sits opposite the blue line. At this point, the turntable has its
minimum diagonal measures. Here the meshing of the teeth must not be tight. The column can
be moved a little bit in the fitting with the external ring, if necessary.
Bolt Connections
M20, dacromet surfaced, steel quality 10.9, bolts have been used to mount the turntable.
When mounting the turntable on the base, no washers are being used. The internal ring has a
very hard surface. When mounting the column on the turntable, use washers both at the bolt
head and at the nut. Before mounting, grease the thread, the under side of the bolt heads and
the washers.
Use lithium-based lubricating grease which meets NLGI 0 specifications, such as Statoil
Molyway Li 732.
The bolts must be tightened in a certain order. See bolt-tightening sequence.
Tighten all bolts with a torque of 275 psi (19 bar). Tighten in three steps according to the
tightening sequence:
1

1st turn 72 psi (5 bar)

2nd turn 181 psi (12.5 bar)

3rd turn 275 psi (19 bar)

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Tighten up the bolts at each annual service overhaul.

CAUTION
Do not reuse mounting bolts. Replace bolts after removal.

5.4 Mounting Planetary Gear

Before mounting planetary gear, lubricate the surfaces between the gear and the mast with
Locktite 275. (Drying time - 3 to 6 hours.) Lubricate the bolt threads with Locktite 243. Use
washers at the bolt head. Tighten bolts to 88.5 psi (120 Nm).

5.5 Hose Reel Spring Tension

If a hose reel has been repaired, the built-in spring must have a certain tension before the hose
reel is fitted on the boom system again.

Wind the total length of the hose on the hose reel

Mount the hose reel on the boom, and release the spring of the hose reel

Turn the reel a number of turns, i.e. apply tension. See the table.

Then pull the hose to the bracket where the hose connections are fixed.
Hose Reel Type
Double hose reel on 72/516 (two reels)
Single hose reel on Fly-Jib 1200

Hose Reel Spring Tension

7 turns
2 turns

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6. Optional Extras
Various extras are available with the loader:

Fly-Jib

Manual extensions

Winch

Pallet fork

Grab / Rotator

Remote control

Some loaders have optional extras such as manual extensions, winch, and Fly-Jib on a standard
basis.
If these extras are standard, you should find technical data and pressure setting diagrams as
well as lifting capacity diagrams for the Fly-Jib in this manual.
You should always consult an authorized IMT dealer/service point before mounting any kind of
optional extra. This also applies to equipment already in your possession.
Please note: All optional extras on the loader must be protected by the safety system.
See the Instruction Manual RCL Safety System.
CAUTION
Welding or drilling into the structural components of the loader will automatically invalidate any
liability on the part of IMT.

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6.1 Manual Extensions

When working with manual extensions, please note:
CAUTION
Never exceed the indicated load limits for manual extensions.
Use great caution when activating the rotation system during work with manual extensions.
If the loader has manual extensions or other extras, reduce the lifting capacity of the loader by
the weight of the extras.
Always check that lock bolts are fitted correctly with a pin.
If the loader is fitted with several extensions and a certain lifting job requires the use of one
extension only, use the extension with the largest box profile.
Only pull out the manual extensions when the outer boom is as close to horizontal as possible.
If the outer boom is pointing downwards when the lock bolt is removed, the extensions will drop
out at uncontrollable speed. This may ruin the stop at the risk of resulting in personal injury.
The load must not be extended from the stop, i.e., the extension lock pins must always remain in
place.

6.2 Winch
Instructions for using the winch as well as technical data are included in the Instruction Manual,
Winch. The winch is protected by the safety system. See the Instruction Manual RCL Safety
System.
1

A hydraulic 5511 lb (2.5 metric-ton) winch is fitted on the stowing bracket at the back on the
right side of the main boom.

The stowing bracket with winch can be moved up on top of the main boom by means of a
hydraulic rack/pinion system, and thereby give room for folding both the loader and the FlyJib.

The winch safety system includes:

Stop of loader functions that may overload the wire

Ease stop when there are three cable winds remaining on the drum

Hoist stop in case of too much wire on the cable drum.

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6.2a Winch Technical Information

Winch Drum
Drum Diameter
Drum Length
Diameter, Drum
Flanges

9.8" (250 mm)

9.4" (240 mm)
14.96" (380 mm)

Gear Box:
Integrated in the winch drum
Gear ratio: 49.5:1
Brake Unit:
Brake Capacity: 13daNm
Winch Motor:
Displacement: 1.95 in/rev (32 cm/rev)
Speed (at 17.2 gpm (65 lpm): 1930 rpm
Winch Performance:
The performance of the winch is related to the following data:
Necessary oil pressure when starting up: 3336 psi (230 bar)
Oil pressure during operation: 2756 psi (190 bar)
Oil flow: 17.2 gpm (65 lpm )
Wire: .47" ( 12 mm)
Wire Pull
Wire Speed
Wire Capacity
1st Layer

7033 lb (3190
kg)
2nd Layer 6449 lb (2925
kg)
3rd Layer 5941 lb (2695
kg)
4th Layer 5512 lb (2500
kg)

105' /min (32 m/min)

39'-12" (12 m)

114'-10" /min (35 m/min)

98'-5" (30 m)

121'-5" / min (37 m/min)

164'-0" (50 m)

131'-3" / min (40 m/min)

232-11" (71 m)

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6.3 Fly-Jib
The Fly-Jib is mounted at the end of the outer boom extensions. It is detachable. The Fly-Jib is
protected against an overload condition by the RCL Safety System in the entire lifting area. See
the Instruction Manual RCL Safety System.
CAUTION
The load limits indicated on the lifting capacity diagram of the manual extensions must never
be exceeded.
When the Fly-Jib is removed from the loader, cap all quick-release couplings with dust caps in
order to avoid getting dirt in the hydraulic system.
When using the fly-jib to lift a load, plug the electric plug into the plug box. When the fly-jib is
dismounted, carefully fit the dummy plug in the socket on the loader, otherwise the safety
system will indicate an error. Avoid damaging the plug when mounting and dismounting. Keep
the dummy plug in the drivers cab when not in use.
When the Fly-Jib is mounted, always check that the lock bolt is fitted correctly with a pin.
Always operate the loader smoothly when working with a Fly-Jib, especially during crane
rotation.
On some loaders, all hydraulic connections are connected and disconnected through a multicoupling system.
NOTE
Depressurize the hydraulic system before connection and disconnection.
Connection Instructions
Take off the dust cap.
Hold down the lock knob, while lifting the lever.
Push the movable part against the fixed part.
Move the locking pins against the curved slot in the lever.
Push the lever completely down against stop.
Correct connection has been obtained when the lock knob jumps out.

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Disconnection
Hold down the lock knob.
Lift the lever till the locking pins are free of the curved slot in the lever.
Pull out the movable part from the fixed part.
Put on the dust cap.

NOTE
Both the fixed and the movable part must be thoroughly cleaned before assembling.

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7. Lifting Capacity and Lifting Capacity

Diagrams
7.1 Lifting Capacity Labels on the Loader
From the factory, the loader is equipped with lifting capacity labels for the loader as well as for
the optional extras, if any (manual extensions, Fly-Jib). Like all labels on the loader, these labels
must be intact and legible.
If a label has been damaged or removed, you can get a new one from IMT. Use the part number
at the bottom of the label, if any, or see the spare parts catalog.

7.2 Lifting Capacity Diagrams

As a supplement to the loaders lifting capacity labels, the Loader Data contain load and lifting
capacities of the different K-versions in standard applications, i.e. special applications and
customized loaders and options are not taken into consideration.
In these cases we refer to the supplementary documentation delivered and/or the lifting capacity
labels on the loader.
The lifting capacity limits indicated must never be exceeded.

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Model
72/516K2
LB
KG

36'

(10.97 m)

30'
(9.14 m)

24'

(7.32 m)

18'

(5.49 m)

12'
(3.66 m)

6'

(1.83 m)

MOUNTING
SURFACE

0
CENTERLINE

70396396

6'

12'

18'

24'

(1.83m)

(3.66m)

(5.49m)

(7.32m)

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Model
72/516K3
LB
KG

42'
(12.80 m)

36'
(10.97 m)

30'
(9.14 m)

24'
(7.32 m)

18'
(5.49 m)

12'
(3.66 m)

6'
(1.83 m)

0
MOUNTING
SURFACE

0
CENTERLINE
70396336

6'

12'

18'

24'

30'

(1.83m)

(3.66m)

(5.49m)

(7.32m)

(9.14m)

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Model
72/516K4
LB
KG

48'
(14.63 m)

42'

(12.80 m)

36'

(10.97 m)

30'
(9.14 m)

24'

(7.32 m)

18'

(5.49 m)

12'
(3.66 m)

6'

(1.83 m)

0
MOUNTING
SURFACE

6'

12'

18'

24'

30'

36'

CENTERLINE (1.83m) (3.66m) (5.49m) (7.32m) (9.14m) (10.97m)

70396397

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Model
72/516K5
LB
KG

54'
(16.46 m)

48'
(14.63 m)

42'
(12.80 m)

36'
(10.97 m)

30'
(9.14 m)

24'
(7.32 m)

18'
(5.49 m)

12'
(3.66 m)

6'
(1.83 m)

MOUNTING
SURFACE

6'

12'

18'

24'

30'

36'

42'

48'

CENTERLINE (1.83m) (3.66m) (5.49m) (7.32m) (9.14m) (10.97m) (12.80m) (14.63m)

70396398

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Model
72/516K6
60'
LB
KG

(18.29 m)

54'

(16.46 m)

48'

(14.63 m)

42'
(12.80 m)

36'

(10.97 m)

30'
(9.14 m)

24'

(7.32 m)

18'

(5.49 m)

12'

(3.66 m)

6'

(1.83 m)

MOUNTING
SURFACE

6'

12'

18'

24'

30'

36'

42'

48'

CENTERLINE(1.83m)(3.66m)(5.49m)(7.32m)(9.14m)(10.97m)(12.80m)(14.63m)
70396399

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Model
72/516K7
LB
KG

66'
(20.12 m)

60'
(18.29 m)

54'
(16.46 m)

48'
(14.63 m)

42'
(12.80 m)

36'
(10.97 m)

30'
(9.14 m)

24'
(7.32 m)

18'
(5.49 m)

12'
(3.66 m)

6'
(1.83 m)

0
MOUNTING
SURFACE

0
CENTERLINE

70396400

12'

24'

36'

48'

60'

(3.66m)

(7.32m)

(10.97m)

(14.63m)

(18.29m)

6'

18'

30'

42'

54'

(1.83m)

(5.49m)

(9.14m)

(12.80m)

(16.46m)

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Model
72/516K8
LB
KG

72'
(21.95 m)

66'
(20.12 m)

60'
(18.29 m)

54'
(16.46 m)

48'
(14.63 m)

42'
(12.80 m)

36'
(10.97 m)

30'
(9.14 m)

24'
(7.32 m)

18'
(5.49 m)

12'
(3.66 m)

6'
(1.83 m)

0
MOUNTING
SURFACE

0
CENTERLINE

70396401

12'

24'

36'

48'

60'

(3.66m)

(7.32m)

(10.97m)

(14.63m)

(18.29m)

6'

18'

30'

42'

54'

(1.83m)

(5.49m)

(9.14m)

(12.80m)

(16.46m)

66'
(20.12m)

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8. Technical Data
The Loader Data contain tables with technical data on loader and Fly-Jib respectively, if a Fly-Jib
is available as standard.

8. Loading Groups
Different loader applications imply different types of stress to the loader construction, and
consequently the loaders are divided into loading groups according to application.
In the standard application, the loader belongs to a certain loading group indicated by the last
digit of the loader type denomination. (i.e.: 2823-K2 means a 2820-K2 loader classified in
loading group B3).
If the loader is stationary or the working speed increased, for instance by means of a dual circuit
hydraulic system (2 pumps), the load moment of the loader is reduced.

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For all models: K2, K3, K4, K5, K6, K7, K8, K8+FJ12 K3, K8+FJ12 K4, K8+FJ12 K5, K8+FJ12 K6
S
s1
s2
H1
G1
f
V1

27'-7" (8420 mm)

13'-8" (4210 mm)
13'-8" (4210 mm)
10" (265 mm)
7'-10" (2400 mm)
13.4" (340 mm)
9.5" (240 mm)

MODEL
K2

V2
8'-7" (2625 mm)

K3

8'-10" (2692 mm)

K4

9'-0" (2749 mm)

K5

9'-2" (2787 mm)

K6

9'-3" (2814 mm)

K7

9'-4" (2849 mm)

K8

9'-5" (2874 mm)

K8+FJ12 K3 9'-8" (2959 mm)

K8+FJ12 K4 9'-9" (2967 mm)
K8+FJ12 K5 9'-9" (2974 mm)
K8+FJ12 K6 9'-9" (2981 mm)

H2
G2
5'-6" (1673 mm) 14'-1" (4295
mm)
7'-3" (2209 mm) 15'-3" (4650
mm)
9'-0" (2749 mm) 16'-4" (4975
mm)
10'-6" (3209
17'-1" (5215
mm)
mm)
12'-0" (3647
17'-10" (5424
mm)
mm)
13'-10" (4230
18'-9" (5715
mm)
mm)
15'-9" (4793
19'-7" (5975
mm)
mm)
23'-1" (7038
23'-1" (7045
mm)
mm)
24'-2" (7375
23'-6" (7155
mm)
mm)
25'-3" (7689
23'-10" (7255
mm)
mm)
26'-3" (7990
24'-1" (7350
mm)
mm)

V3
3'-2" (961 mm)
3'-2" (972 mm)
3'-2" (977 mm)
3'-3" (990 mm)
3'-3" (983 mm)
3'-3" (992 mm)
3'-4" (1000 mm)
3'-7" (1098 mm)
3'-8" (1105 mm)
3'-8" (1117 mm)
3'-8" (1125 mm)

H3
G3
12.1" (308 mm) 22'-0" (6695
mm)
12.2" (309 mm) 23'-2" (7050
mm)
12.5" (315 mm) 24'-2" (7375
mm)
11.9" (303 mm) 25'-0" (7615
mm)
12.5" (317 mm) 25'-8" (7825
mm)
12.4" (314 mm) 26'-7" (8115
mm)
12.5" (317 mm) 27'-6" (8375
mm)
12.2" (310 mm) 31'-0" (9445
mm)
12.4" (316 mm) 31'-4" (9555
mm)
12.7" (322 mm) 31'-8" (9655
mm)
12.8" (326 mm) 32'-0" (9750
mm)

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72/516 Centers of Gravity (2)

For models K2, K3, K4, K5, K6, K7, K8, K8+FJ12 K3, K8+FJ12 K4, K8+FJ12 K5, K8+FJ12 K6:
Z1 = 8.7" (220 mm)
Model
Z3
V4
H4
K2
0.7" (18 mm)
7'-0" (2137
4'-3" (1298 mm)
mm)
K3
1.7" (43 mm)
7'-2" (2172
4'-8" (1435 mm)
mm)
K4
2.6" (66 mm)
7'-3" (2202
5'-1" (1545 mm)
mm)
K5
3.0" (75 mm)
7'-4" (2223
5'-4" (1616 mm)
mm)
K6
3.9" (100 mm)
7'-4" (2237
5'-5" (1654 mm)
mm)
K7
4.6" (117 mm)
7'-5" (2254
5'-8" (1733 mm)
mm)
K8
5.1" (130 mm)
7'-5" (2265
5'-11" (1801
mm)
mm)
K8+FJ12 K3
7.1" (180 mm)
K8+FJ12 K4

7.3" (186 mm)

K8+FJ12 K5

7.5" (190 mm)

K8+FJ12 K6

7.8" (197 mm)

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72/516 Dimensional Drawings

EXT 2: 14'-7" (4455) / MAX 26'-11" (8205)

EXT 3: 14'-9" (4500) / MAX 33'-8" (10,250)
EXT 4: 14'-11" (4555) / MAX 40'-8" (12,405)
EXT 5: 15'-2" (4620) / MAX 48'-1" (14,645)
EXT 6: 15'-0" (4565) / MAX 51'-11" (15,815)
EXT 7: 15'-1" (4605) / MAX 59'-7" (18,080)
EXT 8: 15'-0" (4640) / MAX 67'-3" (20,340)

13"
(340) CL-CHASSIS
26"
(655)

4'-1" (1250)
8'-2" (2500)
MAX. 41" (1050)
MIN. 21"
(525)

EXT 2-5: 56" (1430)

EXT 6-8: 62" (1565)

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Dimensional Drawings, Fly-Jib FJ1200 (2)

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Technical Data 72/516 K2 - K5

PERFORMANCE
Crane Rating

K2

K3 K4

516,440 ft-lb
(71.4 tm)
27'-3" (8.30 m)

500,525 ft-lb
(69.2 tm)
33'-9" (10.3 m)

K5
491,845 ft-lb
(68.0 tm)
40'-8" (12.4 m)

Max.
Horizontal
Reach
Max. Vertical 36'-5" (11.1 m)
43'-0" (13.1 m)
49'-6" (15.1 m)
Reach
Max. Capacity 35,410 lb (16,060 kg) 34,590 lb (15,690 kg) 34,280 lb (15,550
kg)
Max. Capacity 19,380 lb (8790 kg)
14,990 lb (6800 kg)
11,885 lb (5390 kg)
at Max. Reach
Crane Weight 12,345 lb (5600 kg)
13,120 lb (5950 kg)
13,865 lb (6290 kg)
(without
Stabilizers)
Hook
10'-6" (3.2 m)
10'-3" (3.1 m)
10'-3" (3.1 m)
ApproachVertical
Hook
2'-11" (0.9 m)
3'-3" (1.0 m)
3'-7" (1.1 m)
ApproachHorizontal
Center of Gravity - Stored (Centerline rotation to secondary boom)
Vertical
37.8" (961 mm)
38.3" (972 mm)
38.5" (977 mm)
Horizontal
0.7" (18 mm)
1.7" (43 mm)
2.6" (66 mm)

SPECIFICATIONS
Stabilizer Pads
Crane Storage Height
Mounting Space
(Allow an additional 7" between the cab
and crane base for swing clearance.
Rotational Torque
Rotation
Optimum Pump Capacity (tandem)
System Pressure
Min. Oil Reservoir Capacity
Stabilizer Extension Span
Stabilizer Weight

8" (200 mm)

8'-2" (2.5 m)
62.0" (1565 mm)
57,865 ft-lb (8 tm)
360
18 gpm (68 L/min)
4785 psi (330 bar)
55.5 gal (210 L)
27'-8" (8.4 m)
2260 lb (1025 kg)

MEASUREMENTS - MODELS K2, K3, K4, K5

Height above chassis when folded
Width when folded
Length without extra valves

8'-2" (2495 mm)

8'-2" (2500 mm)
4'-8" (1430 mm)

486,060 ft-lb
(67.2 tm)
47'-11" (14.6 m)
57'-5" (17.5 m)
33,355 lb (15,130 kg)
9500 lb (4310 kg)
14,540 lb (6595 kg)
9'-10" (3.0 m)
4'-0" (1.2 m)

39.0" (990 mm)

3.0" (75 mm)

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WORKING SPEED - MODELS K2, K3, K4, K5

Rotation speed

9 deg/sec

WEIGHTS
Mounting bolts
Oil in cylinders

K2

K3

K4

K5

176 lb (80 kg)

220 lb (100 kg)

176 lb (80 kg)

238 lb (108 kg)

176 lb (80 kg)

256 lb (116 kg)

176 lb (80 kg)

273 lb (124 kg)

POWER CONSUMPTION / PUMP PERFORMANCE

Working Pressure
4786 psi (330 kPa)
Pump performance
1 x 21 gal - 60 hp (1 x 80 l - 45
max. - Power
kW)
Consumption
1 x 32 gal - 99 hp (1 x 120 l - 74
kW)
2 x 17 gal - 91 hp (2 x 65 l - 68
kW)
2 x 39 gal - 154 hp (2 x 110 l - 115
kW)
Max. Oil Consumption K2 - 24.3 gal (92 l)
K3 - 26.4 gal (100 l)
K4 - 28.5 gal (108 l)
K5 - 30.1 gal (114 l)

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Technical Data 72/516 K6 - K8

PERFORMANCE
Crane Rating

K6

K7 K8

483,390 ft-lb
(66.9 tm)
51'-10" (15.8 m)

477,380 ft-lb
(66.0 tm)
59'-5" (18.1 m)

471,595 ft-lb
(65.2 tm)
66'-11" (20.4 m)

Max.
Horizontal
Reach
Max. Vertical 64'-8" (19.7 m)
68'-11" (21.0 m)
76'-9" (23.4 m)
Reach
Max. Capacity 33,600 lb (15,240 kg) 32,870 lb (14,910 kg) 32,210 lb (14,610
kg)
Max. Capacity 8530 lb (3870 kg)
6900 lb (3130 kg)
5645 lb (2560 kg)
at Max. Reach
Crane Weight 14,990 lb (6800 kg)
15,565 lb (7060 kg)
16,025 lb (7270 kg)
(without
Stabilizers)
Hook
9'-6" (2.9 m)
9'-10" (3.0 m)
9'-6" (2.9 m)
ApproachVertical
Hook
4'-3" (1.3 m)
4'-7" (1.4 m)
4'-11" (1.5 m)
ApproachHorizontal
Center of Gravity - Stored (Centerline rotation to secondary boom)
Vertical
38.7" (983 mm)
39.1" (992 mm)
39.3" (1000 mm)
Horizontal
3.9" (100 mm)
4.6" (117 mm)
5.1" (130 mm)

SPECIFICATIONS
Stabilizer Pads
Crane Storage Height
Mounting Space
(Allow an additional 7" between the cab
and crane base for swing clearance.
Rotational Torque
Rotation
Optimum Pump Capacity (tandem)
System Pressure
Min. Oil Reservoir Capacity
Stabilizer Extension Span
Stabilizer Weight

8" (200 mm)

8'-2" (2.5 m)
62.0" (1565 mm)
57,865 ft-lb (8 tm)
360
18 gpm (68 L/min)
4785 psi (330 bar)
55.5 gal (210 L)
27'-8" (8.4 m)
2260 lb (1025 kg)

MEASUREMENTS - MODELS K6, K7, K8

Height above chassis when folded
Width when folded
Length without extra valves

8'-2" (2495 mm)

8'-2" (2500 mm)
5'-2" (1565 mm)

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WORKING SPEED - MODELS K6, K7, K8

Rotation speed

9 deg/sec

WEIGHTS
Mounting bolts
Oil in cylinders

K6

K7

K8

176 lb (80 kg)

284 lb (129 kg)

176 lb (80 kg)

300 lb (136 kg)

176 lb (80 kg)

314 lb (144 kg)

POWER CONSUMPTION / PUMP PERFORMANCE

Working Pressure
47.86 psi (330 kPa)
Pump performance
1 x 21 gal - 60 hp (1 x 80 l - 45
max. - Power
kW)
Consumption
1 x 32 gal - 99 hp (1 x 120 l - 74
kW)
2 x 17 gal - 91 hp (2 x 65 l - 68
kW)
2 x 39 gal - 154 hp (2 x 110 l - 115
kW)
Max. Oil Consumption K6 - 30.6 gal (116 l)
K7 - 31.9 gal (121 l)
K8 - 33 gal (125 l)

9. Working Pressure & Pump Performance

The working pressure must only be set with a calibrated pressure gauge by an authorized IMT
service point.
The working pressure is checked during the annual service overhaul and in case of any major
repairs.
The procedure for checking and setting of load-holding valves is described in the Service
Information binder. All adjustable valves will be re-sealed after pressure setting adjustment.
CAUTION
Please note that any warranty obligations on the part of IMT will be invalidated if the conditions
stated in this manual are not complied with.

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10. Description of the Hydraulic System

The valve block of the loader is of the "stack" type, i.e., it is made up of a number of separate
control valves. This ensures great flexibility and low maintenance costs.
A main relief valve is fitted in the inlet section of the valve block to ensure that the oil pressure in
the pump line does not exceed the permissible limit. This valve is adjustable and must always
remain sealed.
Port relief valves are mounted at the ports of the individual control valves in order to limit the
pressure in the individual circuits. Normally the port relief valves are pre-set and cannot be
adjusted.
The inner boom, outer boom and extension cylinders are mounted with load holding valves with
the following functions:

Protection of cylinders against excessive pressure

Reducing the lowering speed of the boom

Maintaining the boom in position during operations where a fixed boom position is required.

Locking the boom and maintaining the load in position in case of hose or pipe rupture.

The stabilizer cylinders are equipped with a piloted check valve, which locks the cylinder in case
of damage to the hydraulic system.
CAUTION
The main relief valve, the load holding valves, the dump valve and the external relief valve are
sealed. If these seals are broken or removed, the IMT warranty will automatically be invalidated.
Therefore, it is in your own interest to have the seals checked from time to time and to make
sure that they are replaced by an authorized IMT service point, should they be damaged.
Any modification or alteration to the hydraulic system must be in accordance to specific
agreement with IMT and such alterations should always take place at an authorized IMT service
point.

10.1 Hydraulic System - Pump & Tank

1

Two high-pressure filters with indicator fitted on the base, 25 micron absolute filter, Q-max.
29 gpm (110 l/min.), P-max. 4641 psi (320 bar). Built-in by-pass valve opens at 43.5 psi (3
bar). The crane fitter connects the hydraulic pump to the high-pressure filters.

Hydraulic swivel coupling placed between the base and the mast includes six inlets and
outlets.

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Two PVG 32 control groups with 4 and 3 sections respectively. In case of a single circuit
system, series connection. In case of a dual circuit system, parallel connection of the two
control valve groups.

An external dump valve with 9 in-/outlets. The dump valve offers the possibility of dumping
the LS-pressure from the PVG 32 or the stabilizer valve.

Oil cooler type HP 30 with a cooling effect of approximately 0.53 KW/C at an oil flow of 40
gpm (150 l/min.). The crane fitter connects the tank to the oil cooler.

A shuttle valve controls the LS oil flow between the control valves (the PVG 32 valve
groups and the stabilizer valve) and the pump.

The tank connections from the control valves are connected in a cooler valve. The oil flows
from the cooler valve to the oil cooler. To protect the oil cooler against overloading (too high
hydraulic pressure), a relief valve has been built into the cooler valve. The pressure drop in
both the relief valve and the oil cooler are approximately 14.5 psi (1 bar) at an oil flow of 33
gpm (125 l/min.) I.e. if pressure peaks occur in the return system exceeding 14.5 psi (1 bar),
some of the return oil will flow through the relief valve directly to tank. The crane fitter
connects the tank to the cooler valve.

10.2 Hydraulic System, Rotation

1

The planetary gear has a type OMR 200 fitted hydraulic motor.

A double load-holding valve has been flanged directly onto the hydraulic motor. The loadholding valve has a built-in shuttle valve for opening the brake of the planetary gear.

10.3 Hydraulic System, Inner & Outer Boom

1

Both cylinders have a double piston rod seal to ensure they are oil proof.

The same type of load-holding/regeneration valves have been used on both the inner and
outer cylinders, and the valves are flanged directly onto the cylinders.

A combined load-holding and regeneration valve has been mounted on the piston rod side of
the cylinder. The regeneration valve is controlled by the RCL controller (load on loader).
When the load moment is less than 50%, the regeneration valve can be activated. This
increases the lifting speed. The function is activated from the radio remote control box.

A load-holding valve has been mounted on the piston side of the cylinder. The opening
pressure is case of overload is adjusted on the cartridge. The cartridge pre-controls the
load-holding valve itself. The principle of a pre-controlled load-holding valve ensures a
precise pressure setting (opening pressure) and soft braking when the lowering movement is
stopped.

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10.4 Hydraulic System, Extension

1

The extension system can have up to 8 cylinders, which are hydraulically series connected.
A double load-holding valve is built in between the cylinders and the control valve.

The hydraulic oil flows from one cylinder to the other through the piston rod as well as the
hydraulic pipes.

The load-holding valve has a built-in regeneration system, which increases the speed during
the extension out movement. During the extension in movement, the regeneration is
not activated.

The regeneration function can electrically be connected and disconnected from the remote
control box.

10.5 Hydraulic System, Stabilizers

1

The stabilizer cylinders, the cylinders for hydraulic extension of the stabilizer beam as well as
the separate traverse, are controlled by an electric ON-OFF controlled stabilizer valve.

The stabilizer valve is operated by means of the radio remote control box. The radio remote
control activates a combination of solenoid valves, which open the oil flow for the different
stabilizer cylinders. The individual stabilizer functions can be operated at two speeds.

In case of system errors or a failure in the power supply, emergency operation of the
stabilizer valve is possible when manually activating the individual solenoid valves.

A piloted check-valve has been flanged directly onto the stabilizer cylinders. The check-valve
has a built-in regeneration system, which increases the speed during the stabilizer out
movement. During the stabilizer in movement, the regeneration is not activated.

10.6 Hydraulic System, Fly-Jib

Jib Cylinder

The Fly-Jib has two jib cylinders, one on each side.

The same type of load-holding valve is flanged onto each cylinder on the piston side and rod
side. This ensures that the load is maintained in case of positive and negative load (i.e.
bridge inspection).

Extension

The extension system can have up to 6 cylinders, which are hydraulically series connected.
A double load-holding valve is built in between the cylinders and the control valve.

The hydraulic oil flows from one cylinder to the other through the piston rod as well as the
hydraulic pipes.

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The load-holding valve has a built-in regeneration system, which increases the speed during
the extension out movement. During the extension in movement, the regeneration is
not activated.

Loader

The hydraulic connections for the Fly-Jib (jib cylinders and extension cylinders) are led by a
double hose reel, which is placed on the main boom of the loader. Four quick-release
couplings at the hook suspension of the loader finish the connection.

The hydraulic connections for a Fly-Jib extra function (e.g. grab) are led by a single hose
reel.

In case of a hydraulic extra function, an electric change-over valve is mounted between the
quick-release couplings on the jib extension and the hose reel on the Fly-Jib. The changeover valve controls the oil flow for either the Fly-Jib - extension function or the extra valve
function. Activation of the change-over valve from the radio remote control box.

10.7 Hydraulic System, Winch

1

A load-holding valve has been flanged directly onto the winch motor. The winch easemovement takes place by the load-holding valve controlling the oil flow. The built-in hydraulic
brake in the winch functions only as a holding brake.

The winch motor works without leak oil drain. The motor has a reinforced axle seal, and a
built-in shuttle valve leads the leak oil to the return side in case of both the hoist movement
and the ease movement.

An electric change-over valve is fitted between the control valve and the winch motor. The
change-over valve controls the oil flow for either the winch or the cylinder for the swing-up
stowing bracket. Activation of the change-over valve from the radio remote control box.

A double load-holding valve is fitted between the electric change-over valve and the cylinder
for the swing-up stowing bracket, which ensures that the winch is maintained either in
working position or stowing position.

Electric change-over valve

6-way, 2-position change-over valve

1/2 ports, P-max.: 300 bar (250 bar during activation).

The valve has an external drain, i.e. leaking oil cannot flow to the swing-up cylinder during
winch operation.

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10.8 Hose Reels & Fittings

Double Hose Reel
Hose Reel
Hose (2 Units)

700 mm. Max. pressure 5076 psi (350

bar)
Fiber-reinforced, 1/2" dia. x 60'-8" (18.5 m)
long. Max. pressure 5440 psi (375 bar)

Single Hose Reel, Fly-Jib

Hose Reel
Hose

470 mm. Max. pressure 5076 psi (350

bar)
Fiber-reinforced, 5/16" dia. x 59'-8" (18.2
m) long. Max. pressure 4714 psi (325 bar)

Quick-Release Couplings

BSP quick-release coupling. Max. pressure 5440 psi (375 bar).

Double valve system in the female part offers the possibility of the quick-release couplings
being assembled and disassembled during hydraulic pressure (also exceeding system
pressure in case of e.g. heating from the sun etc.).

Leakage proof when assembling and disassembling.

Electric Change-Over Valve

6-way, 2-position change-over valve

3/8 ports. Max. pressure 4351 psi (300 bar) ((3626 psi (250 bar) during activation.))

The valve has an internal drain, i.e. a bit of leak oil can flow to the other function, which is not
being used.

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10.9 Hydraulic Valve Functions

A new valve system has been fitted on the inner and outer boom cylinders which controls the
load-holding function, the regeneration system, the soft stop, as well as the precise relief
function in case of overload.
Valve Installation
The load-holding valve on the piston side has three built-in single valves:

Load-holding valve cartridge

Pilot valve

Shut-off valve

The load-holding valve on the piston rod side has the following built-in single valves:

Load-holding valve cartridge

Solenoid valve for regeneration

Lifting Function
The oil flows from the B-port of the control valve to the V2-port of the load-holding valve and
through the check valve out of the C2-port to the piston side of the cylinder. The oil is displaced
from the piston rod side to the C1-port.
If the load moment of the loader is below 50%, it is possible to choose the regeneration function,
and the solenoid valve is closed. The oil thus flows through the load-holding valve and is
regenerated to the piston side through the V2-port.
If the load moment of the loader exceeds 50%, the regeneration function should not be chosen,
as the lifting capacity is only approx. 50% when using the regeneration function. The solenoid
valve is thus open and the oil flows through the V1-port back to the control valve (tank).

Lowering Function
The oil flows from the A-port of the control valve and through the V1-ports of both load-holding
valves and out of the C1-port to the piston rod side of the cylinder.
A pilot pressure from the V1-connection influences the pilot piston in the load-holding valve
cartridge, and opens it. The oil can now be displaced from the piston side of the cylinder to the
C2-port and through the load-holding valve cartridge and out of the V2-port back to the control
valve (tank).

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If, during the lowering movement, the loader tends to oscillate (the boom system moves
abruptly), these oscillations become neutralized by the shut-off valve. In case of pressure
oscillations, this valve opens and closes, thus damping the pilot signal over the adjustable
restrictor valve, sitting parallel to the shut-off valve.

Overload Function
When the boom system is moved down at a big load moment, and the movement is stopped, the
valve system must ensure a soft braking.
In case of overload, first the pilot valve opens, and the oil pressure gives a pilot signal to the
load-holding valve cartridge. This valve opens and relieves the cylinder by conducting the oil
flow to the V2- port and back to the control valve (tank).
The pilot valve ensures a fast and precise opening of the load-holding valve cartridge, which
offers a good and soft unloading of the cylinder.

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10.10 Installation, Pump - Tank

Use the dimensions indicated for pipes and hoses that are to be used when connecting the
loader hydraulics to the pump and the hydraulic tank.
When choosing pipes and hoses, the maximum system pressure has to be taken into account:

Pump line - Min. working pressure 5076 psi (350 bar)

LS-line - Min. working pressure 5076 psi (350 bar)

Return line - Min. working pressure 725 psi (50 bar)

Connect the pump pipe to the high pressure filters: Connection G.

NOTE:
Connect two return pipes to the hydraulic tank: One from the oil cooler (called cooler in the
table) and one from the cooler valve (called valve in the table).
Connection to the oil cooler: 1 G
Connection to the cooler valve: 1 G
NOTE
The dimensions stated are minimum dimensions .
NOTE
IMT standard crane configuration is recommended to be operated by the 2-circuit, fixed pump
system.
Pump type
Dimensions,
pump line
Dimensions,
return line

Pipe (mm)

2-circuit, fixed pump

2 x 20 x 2.5

Hose ("G)

2 x 3/4"

Pipe (mm)

From cooler: 28 x 2
From valve: 35 x 2.5
From cooler: 1"
From valve: 1-1/4"

Hose ("G)

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10.11 Hydraulic Valve System Adjustment

The load-holding valves on the boom and jib cylinders have the following pressure setting:
Valve Type
Load Holding Valve
Cartridge (1)
Pilot Valve (2)
Shut-Off Valve (3)
Load-Holding Valve
Cartridge (4)

Pressure Setting
5656 psi (390 bar)

Adjustment
1740 psi (120 bar/turn)

4931 psi (340 bar)

580 psi (40 bar)
1813 psi (125 bar)

3118 psi (215 bar/turn)

464 psi (32 bar/turn)
508 psi (35 bar/turn)

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Setting procedure
If the opening pressure of the load-holding valve is to be adjusted, a certain procedure must be
followed because of the combination of the load-holding valve cartridge and the pilot valve.

Connect a pressure gauge to the test nipple on the load-holding valve sitting on the piston
side of the cylinder.

Increase the pressure of the pilot valve (pos. 2) by tightening (clockwise) the adjusting screw
turn (corresponds to approx. 450 bar).

Move a load weighing approx. 30% more than the loaders lifting capacity at max. reach into
the basic position of the loader.

Extend the load by means of the extensions until the pressure gauge indicates 390 bar.

Slowly loosen the load-holding valve cartridge (pos. 1) (counter-clockwise) right until the load
starts to move.

Retract the load by means of the extensions until the pressure gauge indicates 340 bar.

Slowly loosen the pilot valve (pos. 2) right until the load starts to move.

Then the adjustment of the valves has been finished and have to be sealed.
Instability
If an unstable lowering movement occurs (the jib extensions move abruptly), it is possible to try
to adjust the shut-off valve (pos. 3). If the oscillation occurs at a low load moment, try to reduce
the pressure setting by loosening the adjusting screw turns at a time. In case of a high load
moment reverse the procedure.

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10.12 Pressure Settings

Valve block, circuit 1

Unit

Main-relief valve

Mpa

35.0 (5076 psi)

LS-pressure
adjustment
15.0 LS
15.0 LS
21.0 LS
21.0 LS
33.0
12.5

Functions
Slewing

CW
CCW

A-port
B-port

Port-relief
valves
P
P

Winch

Lift
Lower
Up
Down

A-port
B-port
A-port
B-port

P
P
35.0
P

Boom cylinder

Port

Valve block, circuit 2

Unit

Main-relief valve

MPa

35.0 (5076 psi)

Port-relief
valves
320
P
30.0**
28.0**
30.0**
30.0**

Function
Jib cylinder
Rotator*
Grab*

Port
Up
Down
CW
CCW
Open
Close

A-port
B-port
A-port
B-port
A-port
B-port

LS-pressure
adjustment
30.0 LS
20.0 LS
5.0 30.0 LS*
5.0 30.0 LS*
5.0 30.0 LS*
5.0 30.0 LS*

Separate stabilizer valve

Main-relief valve (all functions)
MPa
21.0 (3046 psi)
*On loaders without Fly-Jib, it is possible to adjust the LS-pressure individually.
*On loaders with Fly-Jib, it is possible to adjust the LS-pressure according to the table.
**On loaders without Fly-Jib, it is possible to change the port-relief valves individually.
**On loaders with Fly-Jib, the port-relief valves are fitted according to the table.

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10.13 Opening Pressure on Load-Holding Valves

Component/function
Planetary Gear, V1

Slewing, CW

Planetary Gear, V2

Slewing, CCW

Boom cylinder C2-V2

Boom, up

Boom cylinder C1-V2

Boom, down

Jib cylinder C2-V2

Jib, up

Jib cylinder C1-V2

Jib, down

Extension cylinder C1-C2

Extension, retract

Extension cylinder C2-V2

Extension cylinder C2-V1*

Extension, extend
Extension, extend*

* Max. pressure at Extension, extend and regeneration OFF

2320 psi (16.0

Mpa)
2320 psi (16.0
Mpa)
5076 psi (35.0
Mpa)
1813 psi (12.5
Mpa)
4931 psi (34.0
Mpa)
3046 psi (21.0
Mpa)
5511 psi (38.0
Mpa)
3771psi (26.0 Mpa)
3481 psi (24.0
Mpa)

Pressure Setting for Load Moment Limitation (LMB)

LMB - Loader
4587 psi
(31.5 Mpa)

Max. Pump Performance

1 x fixed
21.1 gal (80 l)

2 x fixed
2 x 17.2 gal
(65 l)

1 x variable
31.7 gal (120
l)

2 x variable
2 x 29 gal (110
l)

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11. Load Moment Limitation

The loader is equipped with a load moment limitation system (LMB). This system ensures that
the permissible load moment is never exceeded, irrespective of the operators doings.
However, it is important to keep in mind that the LMB-system does not necessarily ensure
sufficient vehicle stability. Before starting to work with the loader, the operator must always make
sure that the vehicle is stable in the entire rotation area of the loader.
However, if the loader is equipped with an EVS-system (Electronic Vehicle Stability), the stability
of the vehicle is ensured in the entire working area, because the system is constantly checking
the vehicle, and immediately stopping the load moment increasing movement in case of
instability, irrespective of the operators doings.
The LMB-system is described in the Instruction Manual - RCL Safety System. The operator must be
familiar with this manual.

12. Heavy Duty Lifting - HDL

If the loader is equipped with a Heavy Duty Lifting (HDL) system, an increased lifting capacity is
obtained, although at reduced speed.
When the loader reaches its normal lifting capacity limit, the HDL-system will automatically
couple in, irrespective of the operators doings, and the oil flow to the control valve will be
reduced to approximately 20% of the normal oil flow. At the same time the loader lifting capacity
is increased by approximately 10% in the entire working area of the loader.
When the HDL-system couples in, the operator will be able to continue extending the load
without interruption, although at reduced speed.
If the load moment is reduced to the permitted load limits again, the HDL-system will increase
the oil flow to normal and the working speed will increase again.
However, the automatic disconnection implies that all control levers have been into neutral
position at the same time as the load moment has been reduced to the permitted load limit.
See the section titled "Heavy Duty Lifting, HDL" in the RCL Safety System Instruction Manual.

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13. Hoses and Hydraulic Pipes

The hoses must comply with the DIN 20 022 2SN standards.
The pipes are manufactured in St.35.4C-NBK.

14. Bleeding of Air

If for some reason air has entered into the hydraulic system, the loader is bled as follows:

Raise and lower each stabilizer leg twice.

Extend and retract the inner boom cylinder twice.

Extend and retract the outer boom cylinder twice with the inner boom pointing downwards
and twice with the inner boom pointing upwards.

Extend and retract the extension cylinder twice with the outer boom cylinder pointing almost
vertically upwards and twice with the outer boom cylinder pointing almost vertically
downwards.

15. Repair
If you discover defects, damage or leaks they should be repaired as soon as possible. Always
take your repairs to an authorized IMT service point. Repairs to the hydraulic system must only
be made by an authorized service point.
When you order spare parts for your loader, please state:

Loader type

Loader serial number

This information can be found in this instruction manual or stamped into the metal plate on the
back side of the loader mast.

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16a. Reaction Table for Stabilizer Valve
Function

Lever
no.

Speed

Direction Output

Stabilizer
beam, left:
Extend/
Retract

1
2

Low
High
Low

extend
retract
extend
retract
extend

High
Low
High
Low
High
Low
High
Low
High
Low
High
Low
High
-

retract
extend
retract
extend
retract
extend
retract
extend
retract
extend
retract
down
up
down
up
down
up
down
up
down
up
down
up
down
up
down
up

Separate
traverse, left:
Extend/
Retract
Stabilizer
3
beam, right Extend/
Retract
Separate
4
traverse,
right Extend/ Retract
Stabilizer
5
beam, left:
Leg up/down Separate
6
traverse, left: Leg up/down Stabilizer
7
beam, right Leg up/down Separate
8
traverse,
right Leg
up/down
-

K320
K320
K319
K319
K320

Cable/
valve
no.
12
12
13
13
12

K320
K319
K319
K320
K320
K319
K319
K320
K320
K319
K319
K320
K320
K319
K319
K320
K320
K319
K319
K320
K320
K319
K319
K320
K320
K319
K319

12
13
13
12
12
13
13
12
12
13
13
12
12
13
13
12
12
13
13
12
12
13
13
12
12
13
13

Output

Output

K322
K321
K322
K321
K322

Cable/
valve
no.
9A
9B
9A
9B
9A

K315
K315
K315
K315
K318

Cable/
valve
no.
A1
A1
A1
A1
A5

K321
K322
K321
K322
K321
K322
K321
K322
K321
K322
K321
K322
K321
K322
K321
K322
K321
K322
K321
K322
K321
K322
K321
K322
K321
K322
K321

9B
9A
9B
9A
9B
9A
9B
9A
9B
9A
9B
9A
9B
9A
9B
9A
9B
9A
9B
9A
9B
9A
9B
9A
9B
9A
9B

K318
K318
K318
K317
K317
K317
K317
K316
K316
K316
K316
K311
K311
K311
K311
K312
K312
K312
K312
K313
K313
K313
K313
K314
K314
K314
K314

A5
A5
A5
A3
A3
A3
A3
A7
A7
A7
A7
A2
A2
A2
A2
A6
A6
A6
A6
A4
A4
A4
A4
A8
A8
A8
A8

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16b. Error Codes on Output in CIO 5070

Output
K311
K312
K313
K314
K315
K316

Error code
14070
14071
14072
14073
14074
14075

Output
K317
K318
K319
K320
K321
K322

Error code
14076
14077
14080
14081
14082
14083

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