Cold Weather Operations

This time of year we get multiple phone calls asking about our equipment works in the cold weather. If you are working with a SmartLift or Spydercrane this winter see these tips and tricks below:

SPYDECRANE 295 COLD WEATHER OPERATIONS:

When operating a spydercrane in temperatures below 32 degrees you will want to do the following:

• Spray WD40 in choke and throttle cables to prevent freezing
• Plug in cold weather pack- (Keeps Hydraulic Oil Warm)
• Keep inside overnight if possible
• Run on gas instead of propane

SMARTLIFT COLD WEATHER OPERATIONS

• SmartLifts can not work in tempuratures below -10 degrees
• When working in cold tempuratures make sure there is no frost on the glass 
• Batteries will need to be charged sooner than in warmer temps
• Store machines inside overnight
• SL1008 may move slower when starting if storged in temps below 32 degrees