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Product quality improvement Dear customer, At Manitowoc we work to constantly improve the quality of our cranes and to deliver highquality and reliable products to our customers.

2 Product quality improvement Dear customer, At Manitowoc we work to constantly improve the quality of our cranes and to deliver highquality and reliable products to our customers. Our goal is to implement new quality improvements as well as stringently adhering to our already existing quality standards. Through the analysis of our customer surveys, we can continuously achieve new quality improvements and optimize the quality of our products. We welcome any feedback that you have that will help us continue to improve our products even further! 2

3 Table of contents Topic Spotlights Crane model Fuel-filling GMK5115, GMK5135, GMK Cannon plugs Display Hook block stowage rope Boom nose reeving GMK6300L Counterweight platform GMK4100B Protected hydraulic tubes Grab handle upper cab Auxiliary hoist GMK6400 Heat protection of steering cylinders GMK5225, GMK5275 Air conditioner filling Wax protection Steering GMK5225, GMK5275 3

4 Table of contents Topic Proximity switch protection Crane model GMK4100B Rear view camera GMK6300L, GMK6400 Rotating LED warning light Hose drum frame GMK6300L Striping Slewing ladder Rope guide GMK6300L, GMK6400 Mirror extensions GMK with a Mercedes cab Striping for outriggers Outrigger pads GMK4100B, GMK4115, GMK4115L Cases for documents and keys Split hook block Door lock GMK6300L, GMK6400 4

5 Table of contents Topic Valve blocks Zinc-nickel fittings Scale Anemometer holder Additional corrosion protection for sea freight Crane model except GMK7550 5

6 Product quality improvement Spotlights The spotlights are now waterproof. 6

7 Product quality improvement Fuel-filling GMK5115, GMK5135, GMK Access to the fuel tank was difficult. A larger cutout facilitates easier fueling. 7

8 Product quality improvement Cannon plugs Usage of military plug housings. 8

9 Product quality improvement Display The display buttons were improved and anti-fog coating was added to the display. 9

10 Product quality improvement Hook block stowage rope Old New Protective sleeve added to the hook block stowage rope to minimize hook block damage. 10

11 Product quality improvement Boom nose reeving GMK6300L There is an additional connection point for the rope, reducing the distance to connect the ropes (example with two-part reeving). 11

post, the superstructure parts are better

12 Product quality improvement Counterweight platform GMK4100B Through a longer counterweight centering post, the superstructure parts are better protected and the mounting of the counterweight is easier. 12

13 Product quality improvement Protected hydraulic tubes Better corrosion protection through the usage of plastic coated hydraulic tubes. 13

14 Product quality improvement Grab handle upper cab New grab handle in the upper cab. 14

15 Product quality improvement Auxiliary hoist GMK6400 Lashing eyes were mounted on the auxiliary hoist. 15

16 Product quality improvement Heat protection of steering cylinders GMK5225, GMK5275 The heat protection of the steering cylinders was improved by implementing a heat protection plate. 16

17 Product quality improvement Air conditioner filling Automated air conditioner refrigerant filling. 17

18 Product quality improvement Wax protection All cranes receive a protection wax treatment before delivery. It is a solvent free, waterdilutable product for corrosion protection. 18

19 Product quality improvement Steering Flow Divider Pressure Control Valve GMK5225, GMK5275 The steering was improved through changing the flow divider and the pressure control valve. 19

x 40 hexagon nut GMK4100B The proximity switches could easily be

20 Product quality improvement Proximity switch protection Service Bulletin D PARTS REQUIRED protection plate socket head screw M8 x 40 hexagon nut GMK4100B The proximity switches could easily be damaged while mounting. The switches are now better protected by a plastic cover. 20

21 Product quality improvement Rear view camera Version GMK6300L, GMK6400 A software improvement was implemented to switch between work mode and rear view camera. 21

22 Product quality improvement Rotating warning light LED High power consuming beacon light was replaced by a new LED light with high efficiency and long life. 22

23 Product quality improvement Hose drum frame Frame Hydraulic drum GMK6300L New fixture developed to eliminate hose reel handling damage. 23

24 Product quality improvement Striping Relocated striping decals for improved visibility. 24

25 Product quality improvement Slewing ladder New ladder design with an additional extendable step. 25

26 Product quality improvement Rope guide GMK6300L, GMK6400 New rope guide. 26

27 Product quality improvement Mirror extensions with a Mercedes cab The field of vision was improved by the new mirror extensions. 27

28 Product quality improvement Striping for outriggers The quality of the striping decals for the outriggers was improved. 28

29 Product quality improvement Outrigger pads GMK4100B, GMK4115, GMK4115L The new outrigger pads freely pivot and the guide rail was improved. They are available in steel and plastic. 29

30 Product quality improvement Cases for documents and keys Documents and keys are now stored in cases. 30

31 Product quality improvement Split hook block We now offer split hook blocks which increase the versatility of the block for different applications. It allows the operator to adjust the weight of the block to correspond with the appropriate parts of line. 31

32 Product quality improvement Door lock GMK6300L, GMK6400 Automotive style door locks and handles. 32

33 Product quality improvement Valve blocks GMK6300L, GMK6400 Better corrosion protection through painted valve blocks. 33

34 Product quality improvement Zinc-nickel fittings Better corrosion protection through the use of zinc-nickel fittings. 34

35 Product quality improvement Scale s are weighed prior to shipment on a new scale inside our factory. This ensures consistent weight results. 35

superstructure cabin, which protects the

36 Product quality improvement Anemometer holder Service Bulletin D except 7550 The anemometer holder is now placed in a space-saving storage box under the superstructure cabin, which protects the plugs and provides better protection against theft. 36

Product quality improvement Additional corrosion

with a corrosion protection liquid prior to

The yellowish protective coating protects the

37 Product quality improvement Additional corrosion protection for sea freight Each GMK is coated with a corrosion protection liquid prior to arrival at the port. The yellowish protective coating protects the components from the harmful effects of overseas transport. Upon delivery, the coating can be removed by cleaning with warm water. Currently, this additional corrosion protection is standard on all cranes transferred from Bremerhaven. Additional ports will be added to this program in

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39 Product quality improvement Notes 39

40 We are only satisfied if you are! January

GMK Product Guide

GMK Product Guide GMK5180-1 Product Guide ANSI B30.5 Imperial 85% Features 180 t (210 USt) capacity 64 m (210 ft) six-section main boom 11 m (59.1 ft) swingaway with jib and/or boom inserts. Maximum 34 m (111.6 ft) length