Work Planner – US version

User And Reference Manual

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I Preface
In order to effectively plan crane applications, LIEBHERR now offers the LICCON Work Planner to its
customers. The development of this comprehensive software package for planning, simulation and
documentation of crane applications was made possible by structuring and streamlining all the necessary
data for the operation of a work planner by computer. In order to assure realistic planning capabilities, the
program had to contain the same data stored in the LICCON in every individual crane, permitting a variety of
uses for the LICCON Work Planner.

I.1 Computer viruses

LIEBHERR continuously examines deliverable files with current Virus-Scanning-Software. A virus
recognition program can never provide complete virus protection, since new viruses or variations of self-
modifying viruses appear continuously LIEBHERR cannot guarantee that the data disks are entirely virus-
free. The end user is ultimately responsible for every software installation. Please note the following tips:

Check each data disk for viruses before reading data from it.

Scan your computer for viruses after each software installation (Files on installation data
disks are most often compressed, and a virus scanner often cannot determine infected
programs).

Use a virus free boot disk with activated write protection for virus scanning.

Protect your computer with a permanently activated virus shield.

Use only current virus scanning software!

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I.2 Agreement

Agreement regarding
use of software

between

LIEBHERR-WERK EHINGEN GMBH,

Dr.-Hans-Liebherr-Straße 1,
D-89584 Ehingen,

- hereinafter called "LIEBHERR" -,

and

You

- either as a natural person or as representative of a legal person - .

Please read the provisions in this agreement carefully and attentively before installation and/or use of the software on this data carrier.

Please also read the accompanying operating instructions before installation and/or use of the software on this data carrier carefully and
attentively. This software may be used solely for the purpose of calculation of support force and ground pressure and for job planning of
LIEBHERR mobile cranes and is to be used according to the specified operating instructions.

ANY OTHER NON-APPROPRIATE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE OR USE NOT ACCORDING TO THE OEPRATING INSTRUCTIONS
IS PROHIBITED AND CAN POSE A DANGER FOR BODY AND LIFE OF INDIVIUAL PERSONNEL OR LEAD TO SIGNIFICANT
PROPERTY DAMAGE.

ALL THE INFORMATION, WHICH YOU RECEIVE THROUGH THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE DOES NOT REPLACE THE
INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THE USER DOCUMENTATION FOR THE PERTINENT PRODUCT, SUCH AS THE OPERATING,
ASSEMBLY OR MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES OR SIMILAR. FOR THAT REASON YOU MUST CONSTANTLY CHECK AND
OBSERVE THE RESPECTIVE USER DOCUMENTATION. IF YOU FIND ANY DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE USER
DOCUMENTATION AND THE INFORMATION WHICH YOU REVEIVE THROUGH THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE, CONSULT
LIEBHERR IMMEDIATELY.

With the activation of the agreement field below you agree to follow all provisions in this agreement with the result that this agreement
between you and LIEBHERR becomes legally binding.

1. Subject of contract:

1.1 User rights:

LIEBHERR grants you a non-exclusive and non-transferable right to utilize the electronic data processing programs on this data carrier
and other information (hereinafter referred to as "the software") under the following conditions:

a) on a stationary computer in your business premises or on a portable computer, which is used by you or one of your employees within
the framework of your business dealings,

b) solely for the purpose of:

- Calculation of support force and ground pressure of LIEBHERR mobile cranes, and
- Calculation of load capacity, the derrick ballast, the radius and the pulley head height of LIEBHERR mobile cranes, and
- Job planning of LIEBHERR mobile cranes on construction sites.

Utilization is the complete or partial download (copying) of the software into the computer, the execution of data processing programs,

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the processing of stored data and the production of copies of these results in computer readable form, as is required for the contractual
use of the software. In devices, which are attached to the computer, especially input and output devices, the right to use the
transmission, storage and display of the software and the results, either completely or in part, is limited.

You are not authorized,

a) to use copies of the original software,

b) to change the software or use it in any way, which would affect other software or personnel or damage property,

c) to dissect the software into its integral parts and / or to use this software or parts of it for other purposes than granted to you in this
agreement,

d) to use the software in a way where national or international legal provisions, such as import or export regulations would be violated .

1.2 Documentation / Operating instructions / Training:

With this data carrier, LIEBHERR also transfers to you user documentation or operating instructions, which describe the properties and
applications ranges of the software in detail. Additional training through LIEBHERR is not to be provided.

1.3 No obligation for maintenance or update:

LIEBHERR assumes no obligation for maintenance or the software or the creation of any update versions.

1.4 No obligation for online support or hotline:

For questions and problems arising from or in connection with the software, Liebherr-Werk Ehingen GmbH is available during
LIEBHERR’S the normal business hours. You can contact us by mail, by phone or fax or via Email through

LIEBHERR-WERK EHINGEN GMBH,

Dr.-Hans-Liebherr-Straße 1,
D-89584 Ehingen,
Telephone: +49 (0)7391 / 502-0
Fax: +49 (0)7391 / 502 - 3399
Email: [email protected]
World Wide Web: http://www.liebherr.com

In addition, LIEBHERR is not obligated to provide any other service regarding the use of the software which would extend above or
beyond the above noted operating instructions, either in form of online support or a hotline.

2. Duration of user rights:

The user rights for this software are granted to you by LIEBHERR until revocation.

Upon revocation, regardless of time and reason, you are obligated to return all data carriers and documentation according to Paragraph
1. to LIEBHERR, and to completely delete the software in your computer and / or that in the computers of third parties, particularly
employees, which are granted the user rights. LIEBHERR is entitled to check if the deletion has been carried out completely. To do so,
you will provide free access for LIEBHERR to your data processing systems. If requested by LIEBHERR, LIEBHERR is also entitled to
delete the software on your data processing systems himself.

3. Payment:

For the granting of the rights to use this software you do not have to pay a fee.

4. Protection of software / Copy ban:

The software is not sold to you. You receive only a non-exclusive license, which can be revoked at any time. The software is protected
by national and international regulations and copyright and intellectual property agreements. LIEBHERR remains the owner, copyright

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holder and owner of other rights regarding intellectual or intangible property to the software. Any use of the software outside of this
agreement for the rights expressly granted to you constitute a breach of contract and may violate copyrights, trademark rights and other
legal provisions. This contract gives you no rights to LIEBHERR trademarks or licenses.

In addition, you are also not entitled to make copies of this software – regardless in which form or if wholly or partially and to transfer
them or make them available to third parties.

5. Warranty / Liability:

You agree with LIEBHERR that it is not possible to develop computer programs, especially software, in such a way that they can and
must work without any errors under all application conditions.

The work planner is an orientation and planning aid. The work planner is not an operational device and also does not replace a safety
function. As a result, no feature or liability can be guaranteed or be derived from it.

Any information, which you receive through or in connection with the use of the software does not exempt you from and does not
replace any of the information in the user documentation for the specific product, whether operating, assembly or maintenance
instructions or similar. You, as well as every user of such a product are obligated to always check and observe the user documentation.
If you are not a user yourself, then you are obligated to bring this to the attention of the user.

LIEBHERR therefore merely states that the software worked without errors under the application conditions tested by LIEBHERR, in
particular system requirements, and that it can be used free from third-party rights in Germany. The following system requirements are
required for the use of the software:

Microsoft Windows 7 or later,

a minimum of 500 MB free hard disk storage for the program,
additional hard disk storage of 16MB to 2GB for each crane,
screen resolution of at least 800 x 600

To exercise the rights for any shortcomings, any shortcomings for errors, which are not represented by LIEBHERR, such as errors in
hardware, operating system and data processing, shortcomings due to incorrect operation as well as subsequent changes of the
software by you or third parties are not included. In such a case, you are obligated to fully reimburse any costs which arose for
LIEBHERR from troubleshooting and / or error remedy.

In case of significant deficiencies, LIEBHERR will eliminate them in a reasonable time after written notice. If the defects are not
remedied after expiration of the time frame, then you are entitled to rescind this agreement.

LIEBHERR is liable – for whatever legal cause – only for cases where gross negligence of its institution or managing employees, for
culpable violation of life, body or health, for defects, which were fraudulently concealed and whose absence was guaranteed, for defects
of the delivery object, in as far as they are liable according to the product liability law for personal or property damage on privately used
objects. In case of culpable violation of essential contractual obligations, LIEBHERR is liable in case of gross negligence of non-
managerial employees and for ordinary negligence, in the latter case limited to contact typical, reasonably foreseeable damage.
Additional claims are excluded. LIEBHERR is not liable for consequences of unusual or use of software for purposes other then
intended.

In any case, LIEBHERR is only liable for the loss of data if you have verified that this data is reproducible within the frame work of
proper data processing and data security from data bases, which are prepared in machine readable form at economically justifiable
costs.

The statute of limitations for defect rights is 6 months for the initial installation of the software, but no longer than 12 months after
transfer of the data carrier, which holds the software, by LIEBHERR.

A reimbursement of damages, which was caused by misuse and faulty handling of the data is hereby excluded.

6. Jurisdiction / Applicable law:

In case of disputes arising from this agreement, the Germany laws apply.

Exclusive jurisdiction is, if you are the contractor, the local jurisdiction for the business location of LIEBHERR. LIEBHERR however has
the right to bring suit for any disputes arising from this agreement at any court, which is applicable factually and locally for the state, in
which you have your business or residence or salvageable assets according to relevant legal regulations.

7. General:

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You may relinquish your rights from this agreement – except the provision in paragraph 1.1 – only after previous written agreement by
LIEBHERR.

Changes to this agreement must be in writing. Changes to this agreement can also be made in electronic form – comparable to the
conclusion of this agreement – at installation or use of a software upgrade.

If any provision of this agreement are or become ineffective, then the validity of the rest of this agreement shall not be affected. The
ineffective provision shall be replaced by one which comes closest to the economical purpose of the ineffective provision in a legally
valid manner. The same applies to the extent in as far as this agreement should be incomplete.

I hereby declare that I agree with all provisions of this agreement with the result, that this agreement between me and LIEBHERR
becomes legally effective.

©
23.01.2020 All Rights Reserved

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II Contents

I Preface ......................................................................................................................................................... I
I.1 Computer viruses ................................................................................................................................... I
I.2 Agreement ............................................................................................................................................ II
II Contents .................................................................................................................................................... VI
1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................................ 1
2 System requirements ................................................................................................................................ 2
2.1 System requirements Tablet ................................................................................................................. 2
3 Notes on Safety ......................................................................................................................................... 3
4 General program operation ...................................................................................................................... 9
4.1 Symbols for program operation ............................................................................................................ 9
4.2 General program operation Touch ..................................................................................................... 10
4.2.1 Conversion Mouse  Touch ..................................................................................................... 10
4.2.2 Additional functionality ............................................................................................................... 11
5 Quick overview for installation of the program .................................................................................... 12
5.1 Installation of program in standard operation ..................................................................................... 12
5.2 Installation of program in client-server operation ............................................................................... 13
6 Installation ................................................................................................................................................ 14
6.1 Program installation ............................................................................................................................ 14
6.2 Crane data installation ........................................................................................................................ 18
6.3 Starting the LICCON Work Planner .................................................................................................... 20
6.4 Background information for administrators ......................................................................................... 22
6.4.1 Entry in the registry .................................................................................................................... 22
7 General program description ................................................................................................................. 24
7.1 Load capacity program ....................................................................................................................... 24
7.2 Planner ............................................................................................................................................... 24
7.3 Automatic crane selection .................................................................................................................. 24
8 Crane generations ................................................................................................................................... 25
9 Menu program .......................................................................................................................................... 26
10 Automatic crane selection ...................................................................................................................... 27
11 Load capacity program (crane with Setup1)......................................................................................... 30
11.1 Start the load capacity program ..................................................................................................... 31
11.1.1 Manual crane selection .............................................................................................................. 31
11.1.2 Last load case ............................................................................................................................ 31
11.2 Description of load capacity program ............................................................................................. 32
11.2.1 Show chart values ...................................................................................................................... 32
11.2.2 Status and symbol bar ............................................................................................................... 33
11.2.3 Setting bar .................................................................................................................................. 34
11.3 Crane configuration ........................................................................................................................ 35
11.3.1 Crane configuration with the setting bar .................................................................................... 35
11.3.2 Crane configuration with LML-Code .......................................................................................... 35
11.3.3 Crane configuration with operating mode overview ................................................................... 35
11.4 Crane and configuration change .................................................................................................... 35
11.4.1 Crane change ............................................................................................................................ 35
11.4.2 Configuration change ................................................................................................................. 35

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11.5 End load capacity program............................................................................................................. 36

12 Planner...................................................................................................................................................... 37
12.1 Starting the Planner program ......................................................................................................... 37
12.1.1 Manual crane selection .............................................................................................................. 37
12.1.2 Last load case ............................................................................................................................ 37
12.1.3 Saved load case ........................................................................................................................ 37
12.2 Description of Planner program ..................................................................................................... 38
12.2.1 Status and symbol bar ............................................................................................................... 40
12.2.2 Setting bar .................................................................................................................................. 43
12.2.3 Operating data field (BDF) ......................................................................................................... 46
12.2.4 Second bar with operating data fields ........................................................................................ 69
12.3 Crane configuration (Setup2)“ ........................................................................................................ 70
12.3.1 Description of „Setup2“ windows ............................................................................................... 71
12.3.2 Set the setup status generally.................................................................................................... 79
12.3.3 Setting via the chart name ......................................................................................................... 80
12.3.4 Setting the operating mode category ......................................................................................... 81
12.3.5 Setting the setup supplement category ..................................................................................... 87
12.3.6 Setting the environment and mechanical influence category .................................................... 92
12.3.7 Setting the lift and winch category ............................................................................................. 94
12.4 Crane configuration (only LICCON1 cranes and LICCON2 cranes with old setup procedure ) .... 97
12.4.1 Crane configuration with setting bar .......................................................................................... 97
12.4.2 Crane configuration with LML Code ........................................................................................ 100
12.4.3 Crane configuration with operating mode overview ................................................................. 101
12.4.4 Additional configuration settings .............................................................................................. 102
12.5 Crane and configuration change .................................................................................................. 103
12.5.1 Crane change .......................................................................................................................... 103
12.5.2 Configuration change ............................................................................................................... 103
12.6 Curve illustration of the load chart ................................................................................................ 104
12.7 Documentation ............................................................................................................................. 115
12.8 Simulation ..................................................................................................................................... 118
12.8.1 Crane functions ........................................................................................................................ 118
12.8.2 Planning functions .................................................................................................................... 130
12.8.3 Drawing functions .................................................................................................................... 167
12.9 End program ................................................................................................................................. 174
12.9.1 Saving the load case ................................................................................................................ 174
13 Appendix ................................................................................................................................................ 175
13.1 FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................................. 175
13.2 Contact address ........................................................................................................................... 178
13.3 Overview of LICCON Work Planner symbols............................................................................... 179
13.4 INDEX........................................................................................................................................... 180

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Introduction

1 Introduction
In order to effectively plan crane applications, Liebherr offers the LICCON Work Planner to customers. The
development of this extensive software package for planning, simulation and documentation of crane
applications was made possible by structuring the required data for operation of a job planner and by
preparing them for use on a PC. In order to assure realistic planning capabilities, the program had to contain
the same data stored in the LICCON in every individual crane. For all LIEBHERR cranes, crane specific data
disks are available.

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System requirements

2 System requirements
 Microsoft Windows 7 or later
 A minimum of 500 MB fixed disk storage for program "LICCON Work Planner"
 Additional variable memory requirement for respective crane data
 Minimum screen resolution 800x600
 CD-ROM drive

2.1 System requirements Tablet

 Microsoft Windows 8.1 or later
 A minimum of 500 MB fixed disk storage for program "LICCON Work Planner"
 Additional variable memory requirement for respective crane data
 Minimum screen resolution 800x600

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Notes on Safety

3 Notes on Safety
This user handbook has been compiled for the purposes of operating the LICCON application planner
correctly and efficiently, as well as to enable the numerous planning options to be realised to the fullest.

It is essential, however, that you familiarise yourself with all and texts which must
then be strictly adhered to.

An overview of the most important warning information provided in this manual follows here:

The calculation of the support forces and surface pressures can be performed for LIEBHERR cranes with the
LICCON Work Planner.

The calculation in the LICCON Work Planner includes, among other things:
- The own weight of the crane including ballast
- The own weight of the load
- A dynamic factor of 1.05.

Wind forces on the crane and the suspended load are NOT included in the support forces and surface
pressures which are calculated by the LICCON Work Planner.

The wind forces on the crane and the suspended load and the resulting elastic deformation of the crane
structure, particularly also on the side, increase the support forces and surface pressures shown in the LICCON
Work Planner.

Wind forces on the crane and the suspended load are NOT included in the center of gravity calculation of the
LICCON Work Planner.

The wind forces on the crane and the suspended load and the resulting elastic distortion of the crane structure,
especially also that to the side, move the center of gravity shown in the LICCON Work Planner

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Notes on Safety

Generally the following applies: If the LICCON Work Planner is in a STOP condition, then the use of the
data is not permissible. If the data is used anyway, the user always bears the responsibility. In any
case, the instructions, notes and conditions in the Operating instructions of the crane must be strictly
observed.

If the equipment of the real crane (telescopic boom support, Y-A-bracket, auxiliary jib, etc…. ) does not match
the equipment, which the LICCON Work Planner accepts, then the use of the data is not permissible.

The 2-D planner in the LICCON Work Planner allows radii which are less than or greater than the radii specified
in the chart for simulation.

The planning should not be based on data (jib angle, radius) which yield these smaller or greater radii. Only radii
which are specified in the chart can be guaranteed for operation of the crane.

Background:
During operation of the crane, the LML must ensure that the full radius range indicated in the chart can be
navigated by the crane. This must be possible both with and without load. Additionally, the jib is subjected to a
certain amount of bending during actual operation which can not be simulated in the 2D-application planner.
When picking up loads at maximum radius or when setting down loads at minimum radius in particular, it is
possible for the jib to attain a radius which is beyond those specified in the chart as a result if this bending. The
LML on the crane is capable of returning from this unspecified range back into a specified radius range. As a
simulator of the LML, the 2D planner in the LICCON Work Planner is also not capable of navigating in these
unspecified radius ranges. As the work planner can not simulate bending, the user will assume that it is possible
to operate the crane in the unspecified radius ranges.

The minimum derrick ballast to be pulled is shown in brackets, when it exceeds the value of the maximum
derrick ballast to be pulled, In this condition, the real crane cannot be driven! The real crane turns off before this
position is reached!

When stating the pulled derrick ballast, the weight of the ballast sled and the linkage must also be taken into
account.

Pulling a ballast larger than the maximum shown limit in the job planner, in this example 683kips, is not
permissible on a real crane under regular conditions!

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If the Caution symbol appears in the MRT operating data field, then a „?“ is shown in the load operating data
field instead of the maximum load.

To be able to configure a crane correctly, the actual condition of crane and surrounding must be set in all stated
categories.

If an additional footnote is shown in any symbol (form of the footnote isn’t fix), the crane operator has to inform
himself about further conditions in the load handling chart book. Further conditions may be prescribed minimum
counterweight.

(applicable for LICCON 2 cranes only) For selected operation modes (e.g. TNZK) a hydraulic hose drum
for the auxiliary equipment is absolutely essential. For other operating modes (e.g. TK) a hydraulic hose drum is
not absolutely essential. In the event that the hose drum is nevertheless mounted, it is imperative that the
corresponding weight in the actual load is taken into consideration!

If the crane in operating modes with derrick ballast DB or DBW is equipped with ballast cylinders, then the
ballast to be entered must be increased by the weight of the ballast cylinder (on the LR 1350/1 by approx. 2.5
t). This does not apply for operating modes with derrick ballast DB or DBW without ballast cylinder.

If an additional footnote is shown in any operating mode symbol (form of the footnote isn’t fix), the crane
operator has to inform himself about further conditions in the load handling chart book. Further conditions may
be prescribed minimum counterweight.

Any existing suspended counterweight version must be taken into consideration by half its weight.

If a LML-stop is displayed, the limit of safe crane operation is reached. When continuing the (not allowed) crane
operation within the LML-stop by bridging the LML-cut off (100%) it is not assured that the characteristics of the
material will not be subject to undue influence or that the crane does not tip. However, this cannot be simulated
by the LICCON Work Planner. Therefore, the calculated figures within the LML-stop are only theoretically. It is
not allowed to plan or operate with these theoretical figures.

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Notes on Safety

During the erection procedure, the instructions and descriptions in the Crane operating instructions are
decisive!!!

The green erection icon only states that the hook weight, which is set in „Setup2“ can be lifted. It does not state
that the hook is currently raised!!! If the hook is raised along, then the actual hook weight must be manually
entered in the actual load display.

The support force and surface pressure indicator of the application planner is not to be used for ascertaining
stability or lifting capacity. It is imperative that the description regarding erection procedures is observed in the
operating instructions.

The possibility to adjust the support base individually, deviating from the set up condition, has only an
informative character. For crane operation, the currently set support base must match the support base which
was set with the set up key. This is always the case when all percentage data is shown in green.

The displayed value of a support indicates the localized force being exerted to this support. It must be noted that
this support force does not relate to a certain surface (for example 1m 2). For surface pressure calculation, the
support force must therefore be converted to the corresponding surface of a ground plate!

Be aware that the calculated support pressures are only theoretical values, which are only correct under certain
conditions. It is assumed that the crane is parked on even, solid ground, and that it is supported evenly! If the
crane is equipped with a derrick counterweight it must be further provided, that the pulled derrick counterweight
is within the minimum / maximum sector. Since not all influences (such as flexation, wind, crane movements)
are taken into account in the work planner, such as flexure of the boom, etc., a value of 5% is added to the
results. The support pressures at the side of the counterweight may be higher without load than the maximum
pressures operating with load.

Note that the calculated surface pressures are theoretical values, which can only be correct under certain
factors.It is assumed that the crane is parked on firm and regular level ground! Further, it is provided that the
displayed pulled derrick counterweight is within the minimum / maximum sector. Since not all influences (such
as flexation, wind, crane movements) are taken into consideration in the work planner, the actual surface
pressures, depending on the severity of external influences, can deviate significantly from the values calculated
in the LICCON Work Planner. When driving without a load, the surface pressures can be higher than the
maximum surface pressures during operation with a load.

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(Only valid for cranes with assisted steering!) The steering aid is not taken into account for the data of the
max. surface pressure. The steering aid may only be used if the load is close to the ground and if it is secured to
prevent it from moving inadvertently.

Wind forces on the crane and the suspended load are NOT included in the center of gravity calculation of the
LICCON Work Planner.

The wind forces on the crane and the suspended load and the resulting elastic distortion of the crane structure,
especially also that to the side, move the center of gravity shown in the LICCON Work Planner.

The following conditions must be observed for the validity of the given core areas:

The crane with attachment may only be driven . ...

.... without a load on the hook
.... without suspended ballast and without ballast trailer, only with slewing platform ballast.

The simulation is valid for wind velocity 0.

The ground must be able to take on the occurring forces and pressures. It is especially important to observe the
occurring output forces in lengthwise and crosswise direction when driving on inclines.

While driving and for the change from support to crawler (and vice versa), the slewing platform must be aligned
parallel to the crawler carriers. The permissible deviation is  5°.

If possible, the supports must be held on a square support surface, which is as large as possible, and the
support plates should be directly above the ground.

Incline angle changes must be made evenly and continuously -> no edges!

It must be ensured that the center of gravity is within the core surface, before, during and after an incline angle
change.

Driving the crane, and therefore also the planning with the LICCON Work Planner is only permissible if
this is explicitly permitted in the Operating Manual for the corresponding crane.

For driving the crane and therefore also for the planning with the LICCON Work Planner, the conditions
noted in the operating instructions are applicable!!!

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Notes on Safety

The displayed tele-angle in the crane and in the LICCON Work Planner always refers to the horizontals,
regardless of whether the crane is standing horizontally or positioned at an angle.

The main jib angle is not altered automatically following entry of the longitudinal/transversal inclination !!! This
must also be adjusted manually (if an accessory is mounted, the accessory angle must also be adjusted
accordingly.).

The permissible wind speed Vmax (3 second wind gust speed) always refers to the wind speed at maximum
lifting height.
Instead of the wind gust speed, weather information services often report the wind gust speed, which
are averaged within a time period of 10 minutes (socalled 10 minute average). It refers usually to a
height of 10m above ground or sea level. The determining speed for the computation of a 3 second wind
gust is clearly higher than the average wind speed over 10 minutes.

The current value of the wind sensor on the crane may not be used as the basis for the load lift. Before starting
a load lift, always check the current wind speed for the duration of the load lift at the appropriate weather bureau
or in the internet.

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4 General program operation

All programs of the work planner can be operated with the mouse. The mouse keys are usually configured in
such a way that the left button simulates the RETURN key respectively enlarge and the right button the
ESC key respectively reduce.

4.1 Symbols for program operation

In many examples, information on operating the program is pointed out through corresponding icons.

Mouse actions:

Press the left mouse button.

Double click the left mouse button.

Press the right mouse button.

Press the right or left mouse button.

Or function key actions

etc… Selection and navigation by function keys F1-F8 or by clicking the icon with the mouse.

Or keyboard actions

Selection and navigation via arrow keys on the keyboard

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Input of numbers via the keyboard.

Input or selection must be confirmed with the return key.

4.2 General program operation Touch

The operation of the LICCON job planner per touch on a suitable display (Tablet,…) is the same as the
operation per mouse on the PC

4.2.1 Conversion Mouse  Touch

Tap momentarily on an element (corresponds to a click with the left mouse

button)

Tap momentarily on an element and pull the finger to the side (corresponds
to holding the left mouse button down)

Press for approx. 1 second on an element and wait until a rectangle

indicates the conversion. (corresponds to a click with the right mouse
button)

Press for approx. 1 second on an element and wait until a rectangle

indicates the conversion and then pull the finger to the side (corresponds to
holding the right mouse button down)

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4.2.2 Additional functionality

On the LICCON job planner on the PC the increments can be set during a movement with the aid of the Ctrl
and the Shift key.
This is not possible for a touch operation due to the missing Shift/Ctrl keys. For that reason, an additional
button is shown in the tool bar to set the increments per touch.

The increments are 0.1 units (m, %, °)

Standard increment. The increment is 1 unit (m, %, °)

The increments are 10 units (m, %, °)

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5 Quick overview for installation of the program

For a complete installation, the following is required:
 LICCON Work Planner program (on CD-ROM, USB-Stick,…)
 Crane data (on CD-ROM, USB-Stick, Email,…)

5.1 Installation of program in standard operation

The standard operation installation should be used if the complete LICCON Work Planner is to be available
for a single computer.

Installation:
 Register on the respective PC as administrator
 Make sure that no other applications are open
 Insert the installation CD into the CD-Rom drive. If the installation does not start automatically, open the
installation manually via the „Intro.exe“-file in the CD-Rom directory
 Subsequently, follow the instructions of the installation program
 After successful installation, restart the PC
 Then install the crane data on the PC. If the installation does not start automatically, open the installation
manually via the „Instkran.exe“-file in the CD-Rom directory
 Now you can sign out from the PC as administrator and sign in again as a normal user
 The LICCON Work Planner can now be started

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5.2 Installation of program in client-server operation

The installation of the LICCON Work Planner in Client-Server operation should be used if the program is to
be utilized on several PCs. For that, a server as well as a network of the individual PCs must be available.

Installation on the Server PC:

 Register as the respective PC as administrator

 Make sure that no other applications are open
 Insert the installation CD into the CD-Rom drive. The installation is automatically started. If this is not the
case, open the installation manually via the „Intro.exe“-file in the CD-Rom directory
 As type of installation, select the user defined installation and mark the server entry
 Subsequently, follow the instructions of the installation program
 After successful installation, restart the PC
 Then install the crane data on the PC. Insert the crane data CD into the CD-Rom drive. If the installation
does not start automatically, open the installation manually via the „Instkran.exe“-file in the CD-Rom
directory
 For the following Client installation you need the IP-address or the name of your server. You can find this
under „Start  Systemsteuerung  System  Computer name“.
 Make sure that the LICCON Work Planner server is started

Installation on the Client PC:

 Register as the respective PC as administrator

 Make sure that no other applications are open
 Insert the installation CD into the CD-Rom drive. If the installation does not start automatically, open the
installation manually via the „Intro.exe“-file in the CD-Rom directory
 As type of installation, select the user defined installation and mark the client entry
 Subsequently, follow the instructions of the installation program
 After successful installation, restart the PC
 Now you can sign in again as a normal user
 Start the Start  Programs  Liebherr  LICCON Work Planner  settings and enter the name / IP
address of the server in the file card Hostname .
 Now you can start the LICCON Work Planner.

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6 Installation
For a complete installation, the following is required:
 LICCON Work Planner program (auf CD-ROM, USB-Stick,…)
 Crane data (auf CD-ROM, USB-Stick, Email,…)

6.1 Program installation

If an older version of the LICCON Work Planner is already on your system, it is not
necessary to delete it before the new installation.

Register as the respective PC as administrator

Do you wish to install the LICCON Work Planner on one computer (standard operation)?
 Perform the following steps - .

Do you wish to install the LICCON Work Planner on several computers (client / server operation)?
 The installation of the LICCON Work Planner in Client-Server operation should be used if the
program is to be utilized on several PCs. For that, a server as well as a network of the individual PCs
must be available.
 Perform the following steps - once for the server and once for each of the client computers.

Insert / plug the installation data carrier in the corresponding drive.

If the installation is not started automatically, please open the installation manually
via the “Setup.exe” file (the “Intro.exe” file on the CD).
Make sure that no other applications are open.

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Read the license conditions and confirm them.

Select the language in which the LICCON Work Planner is to be installed

Select the components.

Select client and server (standard operation) if the complete work planner is to be available for a single
computer.

Select only client (client / server operation) if the installation is being performed on the client computer.

Note that with the only client option, all crane data from a potentially previously installed
LICCON Work Planner version will be lost. If necessary, save the crane data before the
installation!

Select only server (client / server operation) if the installation is being performed on the server computer.

Note that with the only server option, all saved load cases (jobs) from a potentially
previously installed LICCON Work Planner version will be lost. If necessary, save your
jobs before the installation.

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Specify the path where the program is to be installed.

Specify the path where the crane data is to be installed later.

(Does not appear if only client is being installed!).

Specify the path where the LICCON Work Planner is to file the “saved load
cases” (Does not appear if only server is being installed!).

Check the installation settings and then start the installation

Wait until the installation process is completed.

After successful installation, please restart the PC.

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If the client and server component was installed (standart operation):

Perform the crane data installation. (See next section)

If the only server component was installed (client / server operation):

Perform the crane data installation. (See next section)

If the only client component was installed (client / server operation):

Click Start  Programs  Liebherr  LICCON Work Planner  Settings and enter the name / IP
address of the server in the Host name file card. These can be found under “Start  Control panel 
System  Computer name”

Are you currently doing a client / server installation and wish to install additional
computers?
Yes: Then repeat the points - on an additional computer
No: Then continue with point

The LICCON Work Planner can now be started. (see section 6.3 for this )
With client / server operation, please make sure that the job planner server has already been started
when you start the job planner client.

If a firewall is activated on the computer on which a standard, server or client installation

was performed, port 2809 must be released!!!

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6.2 Crane data installation

Make sure that the LICCON Work Planner has already been installed before starting the crane data
installation.

For crane data installation, please perform steps - .

You can maintain the LICCON Work Planner crane data on various media.

Insert the crane data CD in the CD-ROM drive.

If the installation is not opened automatically, please open the installation
manually via the “Instkran.exe” file in the CD-Rom directory

Take the “ * “ file in the email attachment and copy it somewhere into a directory.
Rename the “ * “ file to “*.exe”. Start the installation by clicking the “*.exe” file.
Please read the Readme.pdf provided in the email for this!

Start the installation by clicking the “*.exe” file.

Read the license conditions and confirm them.

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Specify the path where the crane data is to be installed. Initially, the path is
already set to the location from which the LICCON Work Planner imports the
crane data.

If LICCON Work Planner crane data is already on your system with the same file name,
then it will be overwritten during the installation.

Check the installation settings again and then start the installation

Wait until the installation process is completed.

After successful crane data installation, the LICCON Work Planner can be
started or additional crane data can be installed.

Install the crane data only on the computer on which the LICCON Work Planner is
operated in standard mode or in server mode.

Do not install the crane data on the computer on which the LICCON Work Planner is
operated in client mode.

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6.3 Starting the LICCON Work Planner

Start at Standard installation

At program installation, a link (icon) is set up both on the desktop and

in the start menu/programs /LIEBHERR/LICCON Work Planner. You
can start the LICCON Work Planner by clicking on one of these links.

Start at client-server installation

The LICCON Work Planner (client) can only be started if the server is started first.

Starting the server

At server installation, a link (icon) is set up in the start

menu/programs/LIEBHERR/LICCON Work Planner. You can start the
server by clicking this link.

Starting the client

At client installation, a link (icon) is set up both on the desktop and in

the start menu/programs /LIEBHERR/LICCON Work Planner. You can
start the LICCON Work Planner by clicking on one of these links.

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Alternatively, you can set your computer that the server starts automatically whenever the
computer is started.
This setting should only be carried out by expert personnel!

Proceed as follows:
 Via the Windows task bar, press the "Start" button and then "execute".
 Enter the file name "gpedit.msc". The following program starts.

 Select one after the other "Computer configuration", "Windows settings", "Scripts", "Start".
 Select "Add".
 Then enter the following script name: <Drive>:\Programs\Likaplan\startepserver.vbs
 Close all windows with "OK" and end the program.

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6.4 Background information for administrators

The following measures are automatically executed during error-free program installation:
 Entry in the registry
If problems should arise during the installation, these measures can be performed manually.

6.4.1 Entry in the registry

During program installation, the following entries are added to the registry according to the component
selection.

Server and client component:

 LIKAPLAN < Path Program >
 LIKAZFIL < Path Crane data >
 LIKAJOB < Path Saved load cases >

Only server component:

 LIKAPLAN < Path Program >
 LIKAZFIL < Path Crane data >

Only client component:

 LIKAPLAN < Path Program >
 LIKAJOB < Path Saved load cases >

The entries LIKAPLAN, LIKAZFIL, LIKAJOB are located under the following registry keys:

\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE
\SYSTEM
\CurrentControlSet
\Control
\Session Manager
\Environment

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These entries can also be checked, set or deleted via the Start menu/Settings/System
control/System, card file Expanded, Button Environment variables. An entry of
environment variables LIKAPLAN and LIKAZFIL in the area System variables is valid for
all users on this computer; an entry in the area User variables is only valid for the current
user on this computer.

To enable the system variables (environment variables) to be established in the registry,

the administrator rights are required !

Modifications of the registry can render a Windows system inoperative and consequently
should only be performed by qualified persons! After a change / new entry of environment
variables in the registry or via the dialog Start menu/settings/… the computer must be
restarted.

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7 General program description

The work planner consists of several modules, which are covered in a program menu. It consists of the
following programs:

7.1 Load capacity program

This program replaces the load chart manual. It is used to show the load charts and operating modes,
whereby the graphic illustrations are identical with the configuration views on the LICCON monitor in the
crane operator's cab.

7.2 Planner
The planner program makes it possible to move a simplified, true to scale crane model on a grid. The crane
can simulate all movements, while the most important parameters, such as radius, maximum load, etc. are
displayed. The job site can be entered and marked on the grid via the drawing functions. In addition, you
always have access to the support pressures for the momentary crane position.

7.3 Automatic crane selection

By entering the load, radius and lifting height, the crane selection program automatically selects the proper
crane size for the job. The program can search for the optimum crane size by taking different criteria into
account, for example smallest counterweight, shortest equipment, etc.). The crane selection results are then
available in the planner program, and the load case can be simulated on all chosen crane models directly on
the computer.

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8 Crane generations
In the description below, reference is made often to the terms LICCON1, LICCON2, Setup1 and Setup2.

These will therefore be explained first.

LICCON1: Technology of the first generation crane software. In case of a LICCON1 crane, the LICCON
Work Planner always displays all icons in black. LICCON1 cranes always have the Setup1 set up procedure.

LICCON2: Technology of the second generation crane software. In case of a LICCON2 crane, the LICCON
Work Planner always displays all icons in blue. LICCON2 cranes have the Setup1 and Setup2 set up
procedures.

Setup1: The crane configuration is set with the aid of 5 parameters. The operating elements for the 5
parameters are integrated in the planner program and in the load capacity program.

Setup2: The crane configuration is set with the aid of a variable number of parameters. The operating
elements for the parameters are not integrated in the planner program or in the load capacity program. There
is instead a separate set up window for the planner program. The load capacity program is not available.

Examples for different crane software:

LICCON 1 crane with Setup1 LICCON 2 crane with Setup 1

LICCON 2 crane with Setup 2

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9 Menu program
After the program start, the menu program appears.

Display of the LICCON Work Planner Version

Open the user and reference manual or the quick start guide for program operation..

Settings
Here the language, window size and serve settings can be adjusted.

A quick start guide appears by clicking the button in the settings window.

Menu bar
Start the load, planner and automatic crane selection programs.

End the program

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10 Automatic crane selection

In order for automatic crane selection to take place, you must enter various information. Enter information
concerning your load case and which crane you want to edit. You can also take an interfering edge into
account.

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Double clicking a crane adds it to the current crane list and by double clicking it in the current crane list
removes it from the list.

Enter the value for the load, the boom radius and the height.

Interference outline optimization parameter

By selecting this option, an interference outline that was previously entered in the planner is taken into
account for the selection. When checking if there is a collision with the interference outline, the boom,
guy frames and ropes as well as the crane ballast are taken into account.

By clicking the OK button, automatic crane selection will continue. A status window opens. The crane
selection can take some time, depending on the computer power and number of machines. During
selection, a list of all configuration conditions is written for each machine. You can check this list at the
end of the program run or print it out. It is also available to you at any time in the planer.

End the program

The current crane selection can be interrupted by pressing the END button. Any cranes found to this
point will be available in the result list.

When you start the planer program directly after the automatic crane selection, the first
crane found for your load case is automatically entered and set to the required position.

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All found solutions are listed in the selection result list.

The selection result list can be sorted and / or optimized according to various criteria.

Selection of a sorting criterion / multiple sorting criteria.

Pressing the OK field displays the selection result list according to the current sorting criteria.

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11 Load capacity program (crane with Setup1)

The load program displays a chart on the conventional display as well as in the crane on
the set up screen.
The load program can only be called up for cranes with Setup1. It cannot be called up for
cranes with Setup2.

In order to display the chart for cranes with Setup2, see section 12.6
(Curve illustration of the load chart) and the quick start guide, load case documentation
(accessible via START – LIEBHERR – LICCON Work Planner).

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11.1 Start the load capacity program

11.1.1 Manual crane selection

If you click the field for manual crane selection, all available machines for which you have any data are listed
in one window.

You can select one of these machines double clicking with the mouse. This starts the program and the
selected crane is loaded.

11.1.2 Last load case

If you click on the field „Last load case“, then the crane that was used last is loaded.

When leaving the program, the last shown chart with all settings will be saved. When you
select the chart program again via the “Last load case”, then the last condition is
automatically reset. Also when starting the Planner, the last used crane is automatically
loaded and the last chart is reset. This makes it possible to change between two
modules without having to reset the chart. .

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11.2 Description of load capacity program

This program permits access to the crane's load capacity charts. The graphic view is identical to the LICCON
system view. Since the program uses the same data, which is also stored in the LICCON system, only those
configurations can be selected, which are actually programmed in the corresponding crane.

11.2.1 Show chart values

The values on the chart are shown for every extension condition, depending on the radius. For every column,
the extension condition of the various telescopic sections is shown in percentages (%). Percentage values,
which are marked with a + sign, show that this telescopic section must be pinned. The reeving number,
which is necessary to lift the maximum load in this load capacity chart is given in the line marked *n*.

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11.2.2 Status and symbol bar

In the upper area is a status line, which displays the currently selected chart and the short code. If the mouse
pointer is moved in this line, another symbol bar appears for the following actions:

11.2.2.1 End program

Click this symbol to end the load capacity program.

11.2.2.2 Indicate operating modes

Click this symbol to get an overview of all charts programmed for this crane. See also section 11.3.3 "Crane
configuration with operating mode overview"

11.2.2.3 Print screen

Click this symbol to obtain a printed copy of the screen by the connected printer.

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11.2.3 Setting bar

In the lower area is a bar with LICCON symbols, which correspond to a certain function key. These symbols
show the actual operating mode. The different keys are described in the crane configuration chapter. The
meaning of the individual symbols or function keys F1 – F7 is explained in section 11.3 "Crane
configuration".

11.2.3.1 Vertical paging in chart

If a chart is not fully visible on the screen, press the F1 function key or click the mouse in the appropriate
symbol to page forward, and the chart flips in direction to a larger radius.

11.2.3.2 Horizontal paging in chart

Click with the mouse on << or move the arrow key to the left or click with the mouse on >> or move the
arrow key to the right to page horizontally if the load chart does not appear fully on the screen.

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11.3 Crane configuration

11.3.1 Crane configuration with the setting bar

See section 12.4.1

11.3.2 Crane configuration with LML-Code

If the LML code is known, it can be entered directly via the numerical keys (0...9) and confirmed by clicking
the mouse in the OK field or by pressing the F8 key. The chart is then set and the load capacity values are
displayed.

11.3.3 Crane configuration with operating mode overview

Click on this symbol in the status and symbol bar to get an overview of all charts, which are programmed for
this crane. (See section 12.4.3 )

11.4 Crane and configuration change

11.4.1 Crane change

Within the operating mode overview, another crane can be selected by clicking this symbol, without having to
leave the load capacity program.

11.4.2 Configuration change

Within the operating mode overview, the configuration selection can be repeated by clicking this symbol,
without having to leave the load capacity program.

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11.5 End load capacity program

Click this symbol to end the load capacity program.

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12 Planner

12.1 Starting the Planner program

12.1.1 Manual crane selection

See section 11.1.1

12.1.2 Last load case

See section 11.1.2

12.1.3 Saved load case

Here you have the opportunity to load a saved load case for further processing – click the desired case with
the mouse.

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12.2 Description of Planner program

The program makes it possible to plan crane operations and applications under as realistic conditions.
The graphic view is largely identical to the view in the LICCON system. Since the program uses the same
data, which is also stored in the LICCON, only the equipment configurations can be set which are also
programmed in the corresponding crane.
Generally, different aspects of the crane, such as geometry, support forces, surface pressures, loads, derrick
ballast, …. can be determined and shown. To do so, operating data (boom angle, tele extension condition,
accessory angle, superstructure angle, derrick ballast radius, actual load, derrick ballast, reeving, …) can be
set on the crane. Depending on the set operating data, it is possible that the LICCON Work Planner shows a
STOP symbol, just as the LICCON system on the crane.

If the STOP symbol is shown, then the real crane or the LICCON Work Planner crane model are in a
condition where regular operation is no longer possible. However, operating data can be set in the LICCON
Work Planner crane model which cannot be set in reality. This is due to the tipping edge of the crane, the
material strengths and due to mechanical limits on the real crane.

Example: In the LICCON Work Planner, the boom can be luffed down to 0° , even though in reality
the crane would have toppled over already, because the overall center of gravity has
moved past the tipping edge. In this case, the instructions to erect the crane in the
operating instructions must be observed.

Generally the following applies: If the LICCON Work Planner is in a STOP

condition, then the use of the data is not permissible. If the data is used anyway,
the user always bears the responsibility. In any case, the instructions, notes and
conditions in the Operating instructions of the crane must be strictly observed.

If the equipment of the real crane (telescopic boom support, Y-A-bracket, auxiliary jib,
etc…. ) does not match the equipment, which the LICCON Work Planner accepts, then
the use of the data is not permissible.

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Example LTM (machines with LICCON 1) Example LTM (machines with LICCON 2)

Example LR

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12.2.1 Status and symbol bar

On the upper edge of the screen is a status bar, in which the currently set chart and the short code as well as
the crane type and crane number are faded in. Above the status bar is a icon bar, where various actions can
be carried out.

Depending on which view you are in, in the 2D view or in the support force view, some
individual functions may be deactivated.

12.2.1.1 End program

Click this symbol to end the 2D-Planner.

12.2.1.2 Show operating modes

Click this symbol to select an overview of all charts programmed for this crane.

No overview is displayed for cranes with Setup2.

12.2.1.3 Turning the LML on / off

Click on this icon to activate or deactivate the LML (see section 12.8.1.7)

This icon is not displayed for LICCON2 devices.

12.2.1.4 Draw intrusion contour

Click the left mouse button to change the input mode to intrusion contour.

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12.2.1.5 Turn on measuring mode

Click this symbol to turn on the measuring mode. Click again to turn this mode off again. When the
measuring mode is turned on, then the coordinates of the mouse pointer are faded in on the lower right. You
are also able to measure distances from the crane view.

12.2.1.6 Zoom - Enlarge or reduce the view

Click this symbol with the left mouse button to define a new partial view or detail on two opposite points.
Click with the right mouse button on this symbol to enlarge or reduce the view of this picture by a certain
factor.

12.2.1.7 Pan - Move the view

Click with the left mouse button on this symbol, to move the present partial view.

12.2.1.8 Lines/buildings

Click with the right mouse button on this icon to draw complex buildings in frontal and plan view or lines.
Click with the right mouse button on this icon to delete the individual lines.

12.2.1.9 Drawing a circle (arch)

Click with the left mouse button on this icon to draw circles and arches.

12.2.1.10 Writing text

Click with the left mouse button on this icon to write text or delete text with the right mouse button.

12.2.1.11 Deleting everything

Click with the left mouse button on this icon to delete all drawn elements.

12.2.1.12 Turning the crane

Click on this icon to turn the entire crane.

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12.2.1.13 Crane selection

Click this symbol to obtain a list of equipment configurations, which were determined during the automatic
crane selection. By clicking one of these lines, the corresponding crane is entered into the 2D planner and
adjusted automatically to the determined position.

12.2.1.14 Load chart and load case documentation

Click this icon with the left mouse button to start the load chart and load case documentation.
A quick start guide appears when pressing the button in the documentation window. (See section 12.7)

Click this icon with the right mouse button to print the current screen content on the connected printer.

Click this symbol to obtain a printed copy of the screen by the connected printer.

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12.2.2 Setting bar

In the lower area of the LICCON Work Planner is a bar with various setting posibilities. The first icon in the
bar shows the switching function to additional bars. The following icons in the bar are the various setting
possibilities in this category.
At the start of the LICCON Work Planner, the setting category „View“ appears as default. By clicking on the
first icon or by pressing the F1 key, you can change to the next category. Correspondingly, you can change
to the last category with the key combination SHIFT + F1.

The number of setting categories and the setting possibilities they contain can be
different for the respective cranes.

To differentiate between the new LICCON 2 cranes and the previous cranes, the LICCON
symbol bar of a LICCON 2 crane is shown in blue.

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12.2.2.1 View

Various views can be set in this setting category: frontal view, view from above, support pressure and
surface pressure view.

The view, which is set in this category is shown with a thick frame.

12.2.2.2 Crane configuration

Only for cranes with Setup1.

In this setting category, you can configure the crane: See also section 12.4.1

12.2.2.3 Load preview

This function is not available for all LICCON2 cranes!

A preview of the load process for various crane movements can be displayed in this setting category. See
also section 12.8.2.3

The view that is set in this category is presented with a thick border.

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12.2.2.4 Wind calculator for calculating the maximum flowing wind exposure surface

Various values can be entered directly via the F2-F6 function keys in this setting category.
A dialogue window opens here.

12.2.2.5 Wind calculator for calculating the wind velocity

Various values can be entered directly via the F2-F6 function keys in this setting category.
A dialogue window opens here.

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12.2.3 Operating data field (BDF)

The operating data fields are on the right edge of the screen. The current operating data and symbols, which
depend on the set operating mode, are shown within the operating data field, . They correspond to the
symbols in the LICCON.

If the mouse pointer is moved in the symbol area, different actions can be performed, you can select them by
clicking the mouse button. In most cases, the mouse pointer changes its shape and shows, which function
can be performed at this point.

To differentiate between the new LICCON 2 cranes and the previous cranes, the BDF of
a LICCON 2 crane is shown in blue.

The arrangement of the corresponding operating data fields is variable and can differ
from crane to crane.

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12.2.3.1 BDF: Maximum load / Actual load (Only for cranes with Setup1)

In the left half of the symbol, you can lift the hoist cable with the left mouse button or
lower it with the right mouse button.

By clicking in the right half of the symbol, an input window appears, where the actual load
can be entered.

Normal view: View on machines with derrick ballast:

12.2.3.1.1 Reeving

For LICCON1 cranes:

Shown here is the reeving (1), which is required to lift the maximum occurring load in the set load chart
column.

If the crane is configured to hoist winch parallel operation (see section 12.4.4), then the
reeving is shown as follows:

In some devices, the rope type is indicated next to the reeving

display. An exact description of the displayed rope type can be found in the load chart
manual for the corresponding crane.

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It can be increased or decreased by clicking the left or right mouse button on the reeving
display.

For LICCON2 cranes with Setup1

This area in the load operating data field shows how often (in example 12) reeving
takes place, so the maximum occurring load in the set load column can be lifted.

By clicking with the left or the right mouse button on the reeving display, the hoist rope
can be rolled up or rolled down.

Reduce the reeving on the adjustment bar to obtain a higher maximum load
capacity.

Increase the reeving on the adjustment bar to obtain a higher maximum load
capacity.

Due to the current reeving and the length of the load rope
that is used, the load hook cannot be lowered to the
ground in this situation.

In this case, the current load hook position is displayed

green and the maximum possible lowering position is
displayed red.

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12.2.3.1.2 Actual load

Display is the actual load for your load case. In this actual load, the total weight including the hook block and
the tackle should be noted; the numbers in front of the comma are written in large numbers and the first
number after the comma is written as a small number.

12.2.3.1.3 Maximum load

Display of the maximum load (3), which the crane can lift based on the set chart and reeving in the current
position; the numbers in front of the comma are written in large numbers and the first number after the
comma is written as a small number.

12.2.3.1.4 Maximum load at optimum derrick ballast

(Display on machines with derrick ballast)

Display of maximum load bearing force (4), which the crane can lift in the current crane position, when the
optimum derrick ballast is placed. This load is also described with „max3“ below:

From a certain pulled derrick ballast weight, the displayed maximum load (5) is equal to
the maximum possible load „max3“ (4). Even if still more derrick ballast is pulled, the load
will not be increased further. This certain pulled derrick ballast is described as the
„optimum derrick ballast“.

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12.2.3.1.5 Maximum load at current derrick ballast

(Display on machines with derrick ballast)

Display of maximum load (5), which the crane can lift with the currently pulled derrick ballast.

From a certain pulled derrick ballast weight, the displayed maximum load (5) is equal to
the maximum possible load „max3“ (4). Even if still more derrick ballast is pulled, the load
will not be increased further.

12.2.3.1.6 Display of SLGS operation in load operation data field

If a crane is equipped for the SLGS operation, then this is displayed additionally in the load operation data
field next to the load hook by two **.

To activate the SLGS operation, click with the left mouse button on **.
Then the display changes from ** to S! and the displayed load changes its value.

To deactivate the SLGS operation, click with the left mouse button on S!.
Then the display changes from S! to ** and the displayed load changes its value.

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12.2.3.1.7 Warning and reference icons in the load operating data field

The following described warning and reference icons can occur individually or combined in the load
operating data field.

In reference to the STOP icon read section 12.8.1.7 .

The red caution icon appears when the actual load has reached 90 % of the maximum load.

When the boom or the accessories are in the fringe of a chart (very small or very large radii), then it can
happen that a load is still shown even though the real crane can no longer moved into such an area due to
the boom deflection. In such a situation the yellow caution icon will be shown and the maximum load is
shown in gray. This situation should be checked in any case with the load chart. When the radius is not
stated in the chart, then it is possible that the real crane cannot move in this situation.

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12.2.3.2 BDF: Max load / actual load (Only for LICCON2 cranes with Setup2)
Depending on how the "load position" identification is set in the "set up2" window, to single hook operation,
two hook operation or three hook operation, the following is shown in the load operating data field:

Single hook operation:

Two hook operation:

Three hook operation:

The colors black, blue and green as well as the numbers for the reeving (in the example:
n1, n4 and n5), the assignment of the load data to the respective hook position.

For some cranes, the load operating data field in single and two hook operation looks as
follows:

In this illustration, the digits in front of the decimal point are written in large numbers and
the first digit after the decimal point is written in a small number.

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12.2.3.2.1 Reeving

This area in the load operating data field shows how often (in example 14) reeving takes place and on which
load position (in example 1), so the maximum occurring load in the set load column can be lifted. The load
position and reeving can be set in the "Setup2" window.

Reduce the reeving to obtain a higher maximum load capacity.

Increase the reeving to obtain a higher maximum load capacity.

Due to the current reeving and the length of the load rope
that is used, the load hook cannot be lowered to the
ground in this situation.

In this case, the current load hook position is displayed

green and the maximum possible lowering position is
displayed red.

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12.2.3.2.2 Actual load

This area in the load operating data field shows the currently lifted load.

When entering the actual load, the total weight including the hook block and the fastening
equipment must be stated.
Especially a hook block weight stated in the setup screen is not taken into account in the
planner.

12.2.3.2.3 Maximum load

This area in the load operating data field shows the maximum load, which the crane can lift in the current
position based on the set chart, reeving and, if present, the currently pulled derrick ballast.

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12.2.3.2.4 Warning and reference icons

The following described warning and reference icons can occur individually or combined in the load
operating data field.

During the crane simulation, an LML STOP can occur, which can have different causes.
 Actual load > maximum load from the load chart
 Current reeving < required reeving
 For derrick ballast: Pulled derrick ballast < min. derrick ballast

The yellow caution icon appears when the actual load has reached 90 % of the maximum load.

When the boom or the accessories are on the edge of a chart (very small or very large radii), then it can
happen that a load is still shown even though the actual crane can no longer moved into such an area due to
the boom deflection. In such a situation the yellow caution icon will be shown and the maximum load is
shown in gray. This situation should be checked in any case with the load chart. When the boom radius is
not stated in the chart, then it is possible that the actual crane cannot move in this situation.

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12.2.3.3 BDF: Working radius symbol l

The current working radius, measured from the center of the slewing ring, and the current telescopic angle is
shown in this symbol. Dynamic influences, such as flexure, cannot be taken into account in this work planner
program.

The 2-D planner in the work planner allows radii which are less than or greater than the
radii specified in the chart for simulation.

The planning should not be based on data (jib angle, radius) which yield these smaller or
greater radii. Only radii which are specified in the chart can be guaranteed for operation
of the crane.

Background:
During operation of the crane, the LML must ensure that the full radius range indicated in
the chart can be navigated by the crane. This must be possible both with and without
load. Additionally, the jib is subjected to a certain amount of bending during actual
operation which can not be simulated in the 2D-application planner. When picking up
loads at maximum radius or when setting down loads at minimum radius in particular, it is
possible for the jib to attain a radius which is beyond those specified in the chart as a
result if this bending. The LML on the crane is capable of returning from this unspecified
range back into a specified radius range. As a simulator of the LML, the 2D planner in the
work planner is also not capable of navigating in these unspecified radius ranges. As the
work planner can not simulate bending, the user will assume that it is possible to operate
the crane in the unspecified radius ranges.

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12.2.3.4 BDF: Pulley head height symbol l

This symbol shows the actual height of the pulley head. If there is any additional equipment installed in this
operating mode, the equipment angle will also be shown On cranes with telescopic jib, the actual length will
appear in this symbol, in percentages (%)(compare tele length).

12.2.3.5 BDF: Telescopic length symbol

This symbol shows the actual extension condition of the telescopic section. The individual percentages as
well as the total length in feet will be displayed.
In addition, the load, which can be lifted at extension of the telescopes is shown on LICCON 2 cranes.

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12.2.3.6 BDF: Derrick counterweight und derrick counterweight radius

(Display on cranes with derrick counterweight option)

12.2.3.6.1 Derrick ballast (suspended ballast and ballast trailer)

(1) Minimum derrick ballast to be pulled

At least this ballast for the current position of the crane and the current load must be pulled.

The minimum derrick ballast to be pulled is shown in brackets, when it exceeds the value
of the maximum derrick ballast to be pulled, In this condition, the real crane cannot be
driven! The real crane turns off before this position is reached!

If it cannot be calculated, horizontal dashes are shown instead of the minimum derrick
ballast to be pulled.
This can be the case if:
-- the determined load is smaller or equal to zero on some machines
-- the current load is larger then the load for optimum derrick ballast (max3) for certain
crane types (for example the LR 11350).

(2) Maximum derrick ballast to be pulled

In the current position of the crane and the current load, no more than this derrick ballast may be pulled,
otherwise there is the danger that the crane falls backward.

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(3) Pulled derrick ballast

For the suspended ballast and for the ballast trailer one differentiates between placed and pulled ballast. The
pulled ballast can never to larger than the placed ballast. On the real crane, the size of the pulled ballast is
set via cylinders.

For the LICCON Work Planner, the size of the placed ballast is not relevant, only the size
of the pulled ballast.

A suspended ballast is sketched in the following examples. The results also apply for a ballast trailer.

When stating the pulled derrick ballast, the weight of the ballast sled and the linkage must
also be taken into account.

If the derrick ballast is suspended, then the placed ballast is equal to the pulled ballast.

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If the ballast is on the ground, then the placed derrick ballast is split in the pulled derrick ballast and the
derrick ballast laying on the ground.

If the installed suspended ballast is set on the ground, then “turning” and “drive the
crawler” is no longer possible on the real crane.
If the installed ballast trailer is set on the ground, then simultaneous “turning” and “driving
the crawler” is no longer possible on the real crane.

If the derrick ballast entered here differs from the minimum derrick ballast to be pulled,
then there is a shut off of the crane movement in the LICCON Work Planner, which is
marked by the STOP symbol in the max. load / actual load symbol.

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If the entered pulled derrick ballast exceeds the maximum derrick ballast to be pulled,
then a warning is issued in the LICCON Work Planner program, via the CAUTION symbol
and is not shut off.

Contrary to the LICCON Work Planner, the LICCON control turns off certain crane
movements.

On the crane, the force in the guying between the derrick and A-frame is described as F1.

To avoid a sag of the guying between derrick and A-frame and thus a toppling of the crane, the force F1 may
not drop to zero.

The LML on the crane turns all crane movement except ballast down off as soon as the
force F1 is smaller than a certain determined minimum F1 value („F1min“).
F1min is more than 0.

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Various conditions of the F1 force are described as follows:

The force F1 is larger or the same as F1min (F1 >= F1min), when the pulled derrick ballast does not exceed
the maximum derrick ballast limit.

The condition F1 smaller than F1min (F1 < F1min) is reached as soon as the pulled derrick ballast exceeds the
maximum derrick ballast limit. In this case, the LML on the crane turns off all crane movements except
ballast down and does not allow a further increase of the pulled ballast.

Pulling a ballast larger than the maximum shown limit in the job planner, in this example
683kips, is not permissible on a real crane under regular conditions!

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In addition the following applies only for LICCON1 cranes:

To avoid a sag of the guying, the job planner determines a pulled derrick ballast, from where the F1-force
has the value of 0. This calculated value is called GDB labile.

When the entered pulled derrick ballast is larger than the maximum derrick ballast to be pulled and also
larger than GDBlabile, then the job planner shows a NOTICE icon and additionally, in the crawler pressure
view, the text in the form of F1=0, B/BW=338.5 klbs“ (example). This text shows that in the job planner the
force F1 has the value 0 from the calculated GDBlabile of 338.5 klbs. In this case the job planner takes the
calculated value GDBlabile = 338.5 klbs as the pulled derrick ballast for the force calculation in its crane model
(support forces, ground pressures, ...), even if a larger value (400t) is noted.

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12.2.3.6.2 Derrick counterweight radius

One of these symbols is shown in operating modes with suspended counterweight or counterweight trailer:

If this symbol is shown, then the derrick counterweight radius is shown in the derrick
counterweight symbol in the LICCON symbol bar:

If this symbol is shown, then the derrick counterweight radius is

directly visible.

If the mouse cursor is navigated into the left half of the icon on a LICCON1 crane and it changes its shape,
then the derrick ballast radius can be increased or decreased with the left or right mouse button.

If the mouse cursor is navigated into the left half of the icon on a LICCON2 crane and changes its shape,
then the derrick angle (and therefore also the derrick ballast radius) can be increased or decreased with the
left or right mouse button.

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12.2.3.7 BDF: Derrick angle

12.2.3.7.1 Display for LICCON1cranes with derrick option

(1) Derrick operational maximum angle

(2) Derrick angle - current actual value

(a) The derrick will be automatically positioned between minimum and maximum and cannot be
changed !
(b) current derrick angle

(3) Derrick operational minimum angle

(4.) Derrick radius

The derrick radius is shown for an adjustable derrick ballast or without derrick ballast trailer. If
the mouse cursor is navigated into the left half of the icon and it changes its shape, then the
derrick radius can be increased or decreased with the left or right mouse button.

12.2.3.7.2 Display for LICCON2 cranes with derrick option

For LICCON2 cranes with derrick option, the derrick angle is shown in the derrick ballast data field.

If the If the mouse cursor is navigated into the left half of the icon and it changes its shape, then the derrick
angle (and therefore also the derrick ballast radius) can be increased or decreased with the left or right
mouse button.

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12.2.3.8 BDF: Slewing platform lock symbol

This symbol shows the status of the slewing platform lock and the actual angle of the slewing platform, in
relation to 0° to the rear. The view of the locking pin depends on the selected chart.

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12.2.3.9 BDF: MRT-adjustment

If the crane is equipped with crawlers and stabilizers, if the LICCON Work Planner permits it with the set
chart, then it can be set either to crawler or stabilizers with the aid of the MRT operating data field (MRT-
BDF) to evaluate the respective ground or stabilizers pressures.

Describes the chassis (chassis weight).

Described the stabilizers base.

Crane is standing on stabilizers.

If a charts is set, as shown in the following example, which refers to the stabilizers, then the stabilizers icon
appears in the LICCON icon bar. So that the crane is now set to match the chart, the MRT-BDF must be set
in such a way that no Caution symbol appears. This is the case in the example, when the display of the
stabilizers base and that of the stabilizers icon in the MRT-BDF match with the stabilizers icon in the
LICCON icon bar.

By clicking the mouse in the MRT operating data field, you can now change to crawler and / or to another
stabilizers base.

If the Caution symbol appears in the MRT operating data field, then a „?“ is shown in the
load operating data field instead of the maximum load.

When the button is pressed, depending if the crane is on crawler or stabilizers, the
stabilizers pressure view or the crawler pressure view is shown.

The following charts show an overview of the various MRT adjustment possibilities.

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This chart is only valid for LTR 11200 !

Code Crawler mounted Support Support base Crane mounted Miscellaneo

mounted on us
A Narrow track Yes 10,5m x 10,0m Support
B Narrow track Yes 10,5m x 10,0m Crawler
C Narrow track Yes 13,0m x 13,0m Support
D Narrow track Yes 13,0m x 13,0m Crawler

This chart is only valid for LR 1600/2-W !

Code Crawler mounted Support Support base Crane mounted Miscellaneo

mounted on us
A Narrow track Yes 17,5m x 10,0m Support
B Narrow track Yes 17,5m x 10,0m Crawler
C Narrow track Yes 14,0m x 14,0m Support
D Narrow track Yes 14,0m x 14,0m Crawler

This chart is only valid for LR 1400/2 and LR 1400/2-W !

Code Crawler mounted Support Support base Crane Miscellaneous

mounted mounted on
A Narrow track Yes 11.5m x 11.5m Support
B Narrow track Yes 11.5m x 11.5m Crawler
C Narrow track Yes 3.6m X 15.4m Support
D Narrow track Yes 3.6m X 15.4m Crawler
E Standard Yes 11.5m x 11.5m Support
F Standard Yes 11.5m x 11.5m Crawler
G Standard Yes 3.6m X 15.4m Support
H Standard Yes 3.6m X 15.4m Crawler
I Standard No -------- Crawler

This chart is only valid for LR 1750!

Code Central Crawler Support Crane is on Other

ballast installed installed
A 95/45/20t Yes No Crawler 9,1m x 8,8m x 1,5m
B 20 t Yes Yes Crawler 9,1m x 8,8m x 1,5m
C 0t No Yes Support 12,6m x 12,6m
D 20 t Yes Yes Support 13,0m x 13,0m
110t No Yes Support 12,6m x 12,6m
E 0t No Yes Support 16,0m x 10,5m Load to the side
F 0t No Yes Support 16,0m x 10,5m Load 360°
G 20 t Yes Yes Support 16,0m x 12,0m Load to the side
H 20 t Yes Yes Support 16,0m x 12,0m Load 360°

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12.2.4 Second bar with operating data fields

If the lower edge of the operating icon fields is displayed thicker for the currently loaded crane, then it is
possible to change to a second bar with operating data fields. To do so, move the mouse pointer to the
bolded edge. Click the left mouse button to change over to the second symbol bar.

If the mouse pointer is moved in the second bar to an operating data field, various actions can be carried out
by clicking the mouse buttons. In most cases the mouse pointer changes its appearance (see illustration
opposite) to show which operations are possible. To get back to the first symbol display move your mouse
pointer to the border at the bottom and press the left mouse button.

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12.3 Crane configuration (Setup2)“

A crane configuration (“Setup”) is set using one of the two procedures, Setup1 or Setup2. The Setup1
procedure is described in the following section. Setup2 is only found in Liccon2 cranes and is described in
this section.

There are also Liccon2 cranes with the older „Setup“.

On LICCON2 cranes with Setup2 always two windows are open at the same time.
The left window shows the window to setup the crane. The crane can be configured hereby. The right
window shows the Planner with the crane model. Here the crane can be simulated. If there is a change in
the crane configuration in the left window, the crane model in the right window is automatically matched.

The known configuration bar used for setting a crane with Setup1

(LICCON1 and LICCON2) is eliminated for Setup2.

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12.3.1 Description of „Setup2“ windows

The „Setup2“ window consists of the following categories and areas:

1. Chart name category
2. Operating mode category
3. Setup supplement category
4. Environmental and mechanical influence category
5. Lift and winch category
6. Unit area
7. Crane icon area
8. Editing and selection area
9. Navigation area

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With the F1-key, you can switch between categories 1-5 one after the other. The
category, which is active, is highlighted in pink.

The elements, which are within a category are known as „characteristics“.

In addition, a characteristic of a category can be selected directly per mouse click. In that
case, the characteristic and the category are automatically marked accordingly.

Below is the description for the operation of the setup screen. It can be made wither via
the PC keyboard (this corresponds basically to the operation as on the crane) or also with
the mouse.

12.3.1.1 Chart name category

The chart name category is divided in a non-changeable crane
type dependent prefix section (here „t195.“) and two input areas for
selection of a chart. A chart corresponds basically to a setup
status. In the editing mode these fields can be selected
individually. The selected field is highlighted in green. A number
entry is confirmed with the RETURN key.
An invalid set chart name is shown with red numbers.
A valid set chart name is highlighted in blue with white numbers.

12.3.1.2 Operating mode category

An operating mode consists of „characteristics“ (here 1 to 5).

1. Short description of crane system. It is always shown.
2. Type and length of main boom
3. Length of derrick boom (Appears only for respective short description of crane system!)
4. Type and length of auxiliary boom / accessories (Appears only for respective short description of
crane system!)
5. Type of derrick ballast (Appears only for respective short description of crane system!)

If a characteristics is not present for an operating mode (in the example No. 4), then the
following characteristics move up.

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12.3.1.3 Setup supplement category

Depending on the crane type, the setup supplement category can consist of the following characteristics:

Turntable ballast
Central ballast
Support
Slewing range
etc…………

At set up of an operating mode with an arbitrary superstructure weight it is assumed for

the support force calculation that no ballast has been placed on the chassis.

12.3.1.4 Environmental and mechanical influence category

Depending on the crane type, the environmental and mechanical influence category can consist of the
following characteristics:

Load position
Wind speed
Crane incline
Derrick ballast weight
etc…………

The characteristics „Load position“ can be displayed differently. The display shows on
which load position the load or on which load positions the load(s) hang.

For example

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12.3.1.5 Lift and winch category

Depending on the number of selected load positions in the environmental and mechanical influence
category, the lift and winch category can contain one to three winch characteristics.

A winch characteristic can be divided in the following adjustable components:

Boom nose
Winch assignment
Number of reeving
Hook weight

12.3.1.6 Unit area

In this area, the measuring units with which the crane control is working are shown and also changed.

A mouse click on the unit area changes the unit system from SI  IMP or from IMP  SI.
The change of the unit system is only possible in the LICCON Work Planner.
A subsequent confirmation of the configuration (F8 / OK) changes the internal Job
planner crane model and all displays in the Planner window.

12.3.1.7 Crane symbol area

The operating mode set in the operating mode category is shown here symbolically. In addition, the possible
load positions are shown.

12.3.1.8 Editing and selection area

When a characteristic is selected, there are three ways to show the possible value and to determine a value:

1. The value for this characteristic can be entered freely via an editing field.

2. The possible values are shown directly in the lower part of the editing and selection area and the currently
set value is marked with a red selection bar.

3. The currently set value is divided in its components and shown in the upper area of the editing and
selection area. Then a separate value can be selected for each components.

A selected value is immediately updated in the respective characteristic.

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12.3.1.8.1 Editing field

The value of a characteristic can be entered freely via an editing field.

In the upper area of the editing and selection area appear the minimum and maximum values, which can be
entered in the editing field.
In the lower area of the editing and selection area appears a field marked in green.
Here a value can be entered directly via the keyboard. Confirm the entry with the RETURN key.

If an invalid value is entered, it appears in red!

If a valid value is entered, it appears in white!

12.3.1.8.2 Selection list without preselection

The values of a characteristic are shown directly in the lower area of the editing and selection area and the
currently set value is marked with a red selection bar.
With the up / down arrow keys on the keyboard or by mouse click on the F2/F3 fields in the window, navigate
up or down and accept the value to be selected via the RETURN key. The selection can also be made
directly per mouse click.

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If several selection values are available than can be shown in the selection list, then you
are notified by a red arrow on the upper and / or on the lower end .

Through the corresponding selection, an invalid configuration can be created, so that the
program notifies you via its color specification, which other elements in the selection list
or which other characteristic in the current category must additionally be changed to
regain a valid configuration.

12.3.1.8.3 Selection list with preselection

In the following example, the characteristic („Accessories“) is divided in its components and shown in the
upper area of the editing and selection area. If now an element with a red selection bar is selected in the
upper area of the editing and selection area, then all other selection possibilities appear in the lower area.
With the up / down arrow keys of the key board, the F2/F3 keys of the keyboard or by mouse click on the
F2/F3 fields in the window, navigate up and down in this list and accept the value to be selected with the
RETURN key. The selection can also be made directly per mouse click.

Selection of accessory type:

Selection of accessory length:

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If several selection values are available than can be shown in the selection list, then you
are notified by a red arrow on the upper and / or on the lower end.

Through the corresponding selection, an invalid configuration can be created, so that the
program notifies you via its color specification, which other elements in the selection list
or which other characteristic in the current category must additionally be changed to
regain a valid configuration.

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12.3.1.9 Navigation area

By pressing this button or the F1-key, you change to the next category. The active
category is always highlighted in pink.

By pressing this button, the F2/F3-keys or the up / down arrow key on the
keyboard, select the next element in the editing and selection window.

By pressing this button, the F4/F5-keys or the left / right arrow keys on the
keyboard, select the next corresponding element within the pink highlighted (active)
category.

If several characteristics exist in the setup category or in the environment and

mechanical influence category than can be shown, you can change with this button
or the F6-key to the next setup category bar or environment and mechanical
influence category bar. The icon shows the total number of bars as well as the
number of the currently displayed bar.

By pressing this button or the F7-key, you discard all settings made and reset the
settings to the last valid setup status.

By pressing this button, the F8- or the Return key, you accept the set chart and all
characteristics.

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12.3.2 Set the setup status generally

The setup status is set in the following categories:

 Operating mode category
 Setup supplement category
 Environment and mechanical influence category
 Lift and winch category

To be able to configure a crane correctly, the actual condition of crane and surrounding
must be set in all stated categories.

A valid chart can be set only when the chart name and the green OK icon are visible.

When the green OK icon is pressed, then the LICCON Work Planner crane model is set
to the chart and the Planner is updated.

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12.3.3 Setting via the chart name

If the crane is configured via the chart name, all categories are set matching to the selected chart.

For configuration via the chart name, the characteristics in the individual categories can
be set to standard values and must be checked manually and corrected, if necessary.

If the chart name category is not yet active, click on an element in this category or press the - or the F1-
key until the chart name category is shown highlighted in pink.

To set the chart name, see the following example and also section 12.3.1.1

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12.3.4 Setting the operating mode category

If the operating mode category is not yet active, click on an element in this category or press the - or the
F1-key until the operating mode is shown highlighted in pink.

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An operating mode consists of up to five „characteristics“ .

1. Short description of crane system. This is always shown.

2. Type and length of main boom
3. Length of derrick boom (Appears only for respective short description of crane system!)
4. Type and length of auxiliary boom / accessories (Appears only for respective short description of
crane system!)
5. Type of derrick ballast (Appears only for respective short description of crane system!)

If a characteristics is not present for an operating mode (in the example No. 4), then the
following characteristics move up.

12.3.4.1 Selection of short description of crane system

Select the characteristic „Short description of crane system“, so that it is shown with the red selection bar.

To be able to set the values for this characteristic, a selection list or an editing field appears in the editing
and selection area (see section 12.3.1.8)

When changing the crane system, the crane icon area of the displayed crane also
changes.

The crane is shown only symbolically, not to scale or with current sensor data (boom
angle, accessory angle, …).

12.3.4.2 Selection of main boom

Select the characteristic main boom so that it is shown with the red selection bar.

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To be able to set the values for this characteristic, a selection list or an editing field appears in the editing
and selection area. (See section 12.3.1.8)

It can happen that for the selected boom one or more elements of the operating mode
category become invalid, because there is no corresponding operating mode for this
boom length. In this case, the elements to be corrected are shown in red, and the chart
name is shown with questions marks.

In the example, a PDW3B-system with a main boom length of 433ft was selected. But
there is no derrick boom with a length of 177ft. In this case, continue simply with the
derrick boom settings.

12.3.4.3 Selection of derrick boom

The characteristic derrick boom only appears when a corresponding short description
was selected (see section 12.3.4.1) . Here in the example „SDWB“.

The derrick boom setting can be skipped when……

-- in the selection only one derrick boom length is available. In this case the derrick boom
element is already shown in the operating mode category in GRAY.

-- the desired derrick boom (gray or blue) already appears.

Select the characteristic derrick boom, so that it is shown with the red selection bar.

To be able to set the values for this characteristic, a selection or editing field appears in the editing and
selection area. (See section 12.3.1.8)

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12.3.4.4 Selection of auxiliary boom / accessories

The characteristic auxiliary boom / accessories appears only when a corresponding short
description was selected (see section 12.3.4.1) . Here in example „SDWB“

The accessory setting can be skipped when ……

-- in the selection only one accessory is available. In this case, the accessory element is
already shown in the operating mode category in GRAY.

-- the desired accessory (gray or blue) already appears.

Select the characteristic accessory, so that it is shown with a red selection bar.

To be able to set the values for this characteristic, appears a selection list or an editing field in the editing
and selection area. (See section 12.3.1.8)

12.3.4.5 Selection of derrick ballast type

The characteristic derrick ballast type appears only when a corresponding short
description was selected (see section 12.3.4.1). Here in example „SDWB“

If the derrick ballast is a suspended ballast or ballast trailer is set via the corresponding
short description (see section 12.3.4.1). For example „SDWBW“.

The derrick ballast setting can be skipped when……

-- in the selection only one derrick ballast type is available. In this case the derrick ballast
type element is already shown in the operating mode category in GRAY.

-- the desired derrick ballast (gray or blue) already appears.

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In this category only the type of the derrick ballast is selected, if several types are
available. The setting of the derrick ballast weight, which is monitored in crane operation
is made in the environment and mechanical influence category! The setting of the pulled
derrick ballast is made in the Planner.

Select the characteristic derrick ballast type, so that it is shown with a red selection bar.

To be able to set the values for this characteristic, a selection list or an editing field appears in the editing
and selection area. (See section 12.3.1.8)

12.3.4.6 Helpful example to set the operating mode category

In the example, the setting of the accessory characteristic is shown. Basically this
example also applies for other characteristics in the operating mode category.

In the example, a fixed jib with 112ft is set to an angle of 40°. The accessory characteristic is already marked
with a red selection bar.

Instead of the 112ft-jib, a 203ft-jib is to be configured

At first, select the 203ft-jib. After the selection of the 203ft-jib, the 40°-element is shown in red in the editing
and selection area. This means that this 203ft-jib is not adjustable to 40°. As a result, the chart name is
shown with question marks, and the green OK icon on the lower right in the „Setup2“ window is masked off.

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Now the angle of the 203ft-jib must still be matched to reestablish a valid status. In the example, the jib is set
to 0° .

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12.3.5 Setting the setup supplement category

If the setup supplement category is not yet active, click on a characteristic in this category or press the -
or the F1-key until the setup supplement category is highlighted in pink.

Depending on the crane type, the setup supplement category can consist of the following characteristics:

Turntable ballast
Central ballast
Support
Slewing range

A characteristic in this category can be skipped if……

-- in the selection list for a characteristic only one value is available. In this case, the
value of this characteristic is shown in the setup supplement category in GRAY.

Select a characteristic within the setup supplement category so that it is shown with a red frame.

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You can determine the sequence in which you select the characteristics according to your
requirements.

To be able to set the values for this characteristic, a selection list or an editing field appear in the editing and
selection area. (See section 12.3.1.8)

In the setup supplement category the characteristics are in context. This means that if a characteristic is
shown as specification, then the other characteristic settings may not match and they must therefore be set
again. See example in section 12.3.5.1

One or more characteristics in this or another category must be set again as long as the
chart name and the green OK icon are not visible!

If in the setup supplement category more elements exist than can be shown (max. 5),

then change with this button or the F6-key to the next setup supplement category
bar. The total number of bars as well as the number of the currently shown bar is shown
in the icon.

12.3.5.1 Helpful example to set the setup supplement category

First a few explanations for the color display of a characteristics:

If the value of a characteristic is shown in gray, then only one single value is available. In this case, the
selection for this characteristic can be skipped.

If the value of a characteristic is shown in blue and the green OK icon is visible, then a valid chart can be set
in context with other characteristics.
If the value of a characteristic is shown in blue and the green OK icon is not visible, then no valid chart can
be set in context with other characteristics. In this case, this characteristic must be checked and reset, if
necessary.

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set in context with other characteristics.

If the value of a characteristic is shown in green and the green OK icon is not visible, then no valid chart can
be set in context with other characteristics. In this case, the other characteristics shown in blue must be
checked and reset, if necessary.

In the example, the characteristic „slewing range“ is first selected and the value is changed from 360° to +-
10°.

The green OK icon has disappeared because there is no valid chart in context with all other characteristics.
The slewing range characteristic is shown in green, because this now first valid characteristic has been
specified in context. Now the characteristics shown in blue must be checked.

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Then the characteristic „Support“ shown in blue is selected.

Here it becomes visible in the editing and selection area that the available values have different colors. The
currently set value is shown with the red selection bar.

A value shown in BLUE leads to another valid combination in context.

A value shown in RED does not lead to another valid combination in context.

If a blue value was selected, then the previously made context specifications (in the example “slewing
range”) are expanded by this value. Therefore this characteristic is also shown in green.

If a red value was selected, then the previously made context specifications (in the example “Slewing range”)
are discarded and the selected value of the current characteristic is set in green as the new specification.

After the context specification was now expanded and still no valid chart can be set, the next characteristic
must be matched (in the example „Turntable ballast“).

Then the characteristic „Turntable ballast“ shown in blue is selected.

The currently set value is shown with the red selection bar.

If a red value is selected, the previously made context specifications (in the example “Slewing range” and
“Support”) are discarded and the current value of the current characteristic is set in green as the new
specification.

If a blue value was selected, then the previously made context specifications (in the example “Slewing range”
and “Support”) are expanded by this value. Therefore this characteristic is also shown in green.

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Now the setting for the set up supplement category can be finalized.

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12.3.6 Setting the environment and mechanical influence category

If the environment and mechanical influence category is not yet active, click on a characteristic in this
category or press the - or the F1-key until the environment and mechanical influence category is
highlighted in pink.

Depending on the crane type, the environment and mechanical influence category can consist of the
following characteristics:

Load position
Wind speed
Crane incline
Derrick ballast weight

A characteristic in this category can be skipped when……

-- in the selection list of a characteristic only one value is available. In this case this
characteristic in the environment and mechanical influence category is already shown in
GRAY.

-- The desired value already appears in the characteristic (gray or blue).

Select a characteristic within the environment and mechanical influence category so that it is shown with a
red frame.

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To be able to set the values for this characteristic, a selection list or an editing field appears in the editing
and selection area. (See section 12.3.1.8)

In the environment and mechanical influence category, if the characteristic „Load

position“ exists (for example ), then, depending which value was selected for this
characteristic, up to three characteristics in the lift and winch category are shown.

If several more elements exist in the environment and mechanical influence category than
can be shown (max. 4), then change to the next set up supplement category bar with this

button or the F6-key. In the icon, the total number of bars as well as the number
of the currently displayed bar is shown.

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12.3.7 Setting the lift and winch category

If the lift and winch category is not yet active, click on a characteristic in this category or pressure the - or
the F1-key until the lift and winch category is highlighted in pink.

The number of winch characteristics in the lift and winch category depends on the
characteristic „Load position“ in the environment and mechanical influence category.

A characteristic in this category can be skipped when……

-- in the selection list of a characteristic only one value is available. In this case, the value
for this characteristic is shown in the lift and winch category in GRAY.

-- the desired value already appears in the characteristic.

Select a characteristic within the lift and winch category so that it is shown with a red frame.

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A winch characteristic consists of the following, adjustable items:

Boom nose
Winch assignment
Number of reeving
Hook weight

The icon shows to which load position the set winch is assigned.

To be able to set the values for this characteristic, a selection list or an editing field appears in the editing
and selection area. (See section 12.3.1.8)

12.3.7.1 Helpful example to set the lift and winch category

First select the first characteristic in the winch category. This characteristic appears split in its individual
elements (in the example W1, 30x, 0.0kips) in the upper area of the selection list.

In the example, the winch assignment is changed first. Winch1, winch2 as well as winch1 and winch2 in
parallel operation are available. „Parallel operation“ is selected.

Note that the currently set reeving number 30x is changed to 15x2.

Normal reeving is shown as for example: 30x

Parallel reeving (parallel operation) is shown as for example: 15x2
After the reeving is the maximum load, which can be held with this reeving.

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Now the reeving number is modified from 15x2 to 20x2 .

Then the hook weight of 50t is entered.

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12.4 Crane configuration (only LICCON1 cranes and LICCON2 cranes

with old setup procedure )

12.4.1 Crane configuration with setting bar

Click on the first icon in the setting bar until the „Crane configuration“ category appears.
Press the function key or click the mouse in the corresponding symbol to configure the crane.

LEFT mouse button or FUNCTION KEY -> page forward

RIGHT mouse button or SHIFT+FUNCTION KEY -> page backward

The F1 to F8 function keys are to be viewed along with the symbols shown in the lower area of the screen.
These symbols are different between standard or crawler chassis an between cranes with or without derrick-
option

If an additional footnote is shown in any symbol (form of the footnote isn’t fix), the crane
operator has to inform himself about further conditions in the load handling chart book.
Further conditions may be prescribed minimum counterweight.

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12.4.1.1 Function key F2

 Is used to set the main boom

Example for a telescoping boom

Example for a heavy lattice boom (with derrick and ballast trailer)

12.4.1.2 Function key F3

Is used to set the auxiliary equipment

12.4.1.3 Function key F4

 Is used to set the counterweight

At set up of an operating mode with an arbitrary superstructure weight it is assumed for

the support force calculation that no ballast has been placed on the chassis.

12.4.1.4 Function key F5

12.4.1.4.1 Function key F5 - general

 Is used to set the support base on mobile cranes.

 Is used to set the left support base for different support modes on mobile cranes
 Is used to set the support base and / or the central ballast on crawler cranes

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Crane is on supports

Crane can be supported differently on right and on left side.

See also section 12.4.1.5 .

Function key F5 – crawler general

Crane is on crawler with specification of central ballast

12.4.1.4.2 Function key F5 - Crawler with stabilizers

If one of these three icons is shown, when ending the configuration, and if
the LICCON Work Planner permits, a code according to the MRT chart can
be selected with the aid of the MRT operating data field.

The crane is equipped according to the code in the MRT chart.

The MRT chart and the description of the MRT operating data field is in section 12.2.3.9
(BDF: MRT-adjustment).

When the button is pressed, depending if the crane is on crawlers or stabilizers, the
stabilizer pressure view or the crawler pressure view is shown.

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12.4.1.5 Function key F6

 Is used to set the slewing range
 Is used to set the right support base for different support modes on mobile cranes.
 Is used to set the derrick ballast radius, for operating modes with derrick ballast, for which there load
charts for different derrick ballast radii.

Slewing range is 360°

Slewing range is 0°. In this case, the boom is set to the rear in lengthwise direction.

Derrick ballast is set to a certain fixed value.

If this symbol is shown, then the derrick ballast radius can be set via the operating symbol
described in section 12.8.1.6 .

Crane can be supported differently on right and on left side. See also section
12.4.1.4 .

12.4.2 Crane configuration with LML Code

If the LML code is known, it can be entered directly via the numerical keys (0...9) and confirmed by clicking
the mouse in the OK filed or by pressing the F8 key. The chart is then set

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12.4.3 Crane configuration with operating mode overview

Click on this symbol in the status and symbol bar to get an overview of all charts, which are programmed for
this crane.

During paging, all lines, which have a valid equipment configuration are highlighted. This active line can be
directly taken over into the chart program with a double click. This means that this equipment configuration
will be automatically set and the corresponding chart values will be shown.

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12.4.4 Additional configuration settings

Additional configuration settings can be made within the operating mode overview by clicking this symbol.
then the following window opens:

If the crane is working in hoist winch parallel operation, then the control box must be activated. the hoist
winch can also be selected with the corresponding hoist rope strength by double clicking the left mouse
button .

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12.5 Crane and configuration change

12.5.1 Crane change

Within the operating mode overview, another crane can be selected directly by clicking this symbol, without
having to leave the planner program.

12.5.2 Configuration change

Within the operating mode overview, another crane can be selected directly by clicking this symbol, without
having to leave the planner program.

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12.6 Curve illustration of the load chart

With the curve illustration of the load chart, load values can be displayed numerically (with numbers) and
graphically for the set chart.

The curve illustration of the load chart is only available for cranes with Setup2 and only
for static charts (not Variobase).

The following can be performed in the curve illustration of the load chart:
 Graphic and numeric view of chart columns,
 Graphic and numeric comparison of chart columns,
 View of notes,
 Finding table columns which are suitable for a load case.
 Setting the crane according to the given load case.

Open the curve illustration of the load chart

Change to the setup2 setup window for the curve illustration of the load chart

Change back to the curve illustration of the load chart for the setup2 setup window

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Term explanation: What is a “chart column” ?

Chart column in the load chart book.

Load values of a chart column.

Column criteria of a chart column.

The type and number of column criteria are dependent on the crane type and the operating mode.
If more than 8 column criteria exist, then all additional column criteria are placed at the top next to the
chart features in the load chart book.

The column criteria of a chart column in the load chart book and the main boom lengths are arranged
horizontally in the column category.

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Overview: Categories
A category is a connected area with data to be displayed and changed by the user.

You can switch between the categories by clicking the mouse on or with the button.
A category can be selected directly by clicking the mouse on it.

Load case category

A load and a working radius can be entered here.

Filter category
Chart columns can be filtered here.

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Column category
The chart columns are described here.

Each row describes a chart column. One chart column is always active. It is identified by a gray
background and blue font color.

The next column is activated with , , , . To browse, the key can also be
pressed

With long column descriptions, the view on the chart columns is moved with , , , . To
browse, the key can also be pressed

The number of chart columns that can be selected in the column category is on the left.
The number of all chart columns is on the right.

Horizontal and vertical scrollbars

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Overview: remaining areas

Graphic display of chart columns.

Cover point
The cover point is the red point in the graphic view. It shows the maximum load that is achieved by a
chart column at the set radius. Only the chart columns that are let through by the filter are considered.

Numeric display of chart columns.

Display of the load position

The chart columns are only valid with respect to the specified load position (only main hoist).

Display of the set codes.

Edit field
Entry of values for the filter and load case category.

Reference texts

If the chart has reference text, then it can be shown and hidden with .

Display of whether the load case filter and/or the column criteria filter is active.

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Using the load case category

You can enter a load case in this category. A load case is described by weight and radius.

Selection of radius / load. Entry of a value.

Radius and load are portrayed by a cross-hair (4) in the graph.

Alternative for 1): Change of the load by 1t. Simultaneously pressing the SHIFT key causes a change
by 10t. Simultaneously pressing the CTRL key causes a change by 0.1t.

Alternative for 1): Change of the radius by 1m. Simultaneously pressing the SHIFT key causes a
change by 10m. Simultaneously pressing the CTRL key causes a change by 0.1m.

Cross-hair.

The load is determined for the set radius. The set radius and load are inserted in the chart column (violet
background).

The radius is determined for the set load. The radius and set load are inserted in the chart column (blue
underline).

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Using the load case filter

The number of all chart columns in the column category can be very large. It can be reduced by setting the
load case filter.

After activating the filter, only the chart columns in the column category remain with which the crane can lift
the set load at the set radius.

The load case filter is not active. Mouse click or pressing the function key activates the load case filter.

The load case filter is active. Mouse click or pressing the function key deactivates the load case filter.

The number of chart columns that can be selected in the column category is on the left.
The number of all chart columns is on the right.

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Using the filter category

The number of all chart columns in the column category can be very large. It can be reduced by setting a
filter in the filter category. This filter is also called a column criteria filter.

After setting a filter, only the chart columns in the column category remain which correspond to the set filter
elements.

Selection of a filter element.

Selection of a value for the filter element.

If the filter element is shown in gray, it is not possible to select from multiple values as
there is only one value.

The number of chart columns that can be selected in the column category is on the left.
The number of all chart columns is on the right.

: The column criteria filter is not active. Mouse click or pressing the function key activates the column
criteria filter. The column criteria filter can only be activated if a value has been set for at least one filter
element displayed in blue. The column criteria filter is automatically activated with the selection of a
value for a filter element (2).

: The column criteria filter is active. Mouse click or pressing the function key deactivates the column
criteria filter. The set values for the filter elements are not deleted.

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Using the column category

Up to three chart columns can be selected in the column category.

In the example, 9 chart columns are still in the column category after the load case filter and column
criteria filter are activated. A different chart column can be activated with , , , .

Marking chart columns (red, green)

A marking can be set or cancelled with on the active chart column. Marked table columns remain in
the viewing window if the quantity of all chart columns will go through.

The graphic and numeric view is modified accordingly.

Likewise, the set load case values (radius and load) are added to the chart columns and the radius list.

Comparison of the chart columns with the added load case values:
For the set radius (15m), it is apparent in the example that the chart column marked green has the
largest load (89.8t).
For the set load (80t), it is apparent in the example that the largest radius (16.6m) is achieved with the
chart column marked red.

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Setting the crane according to the load case

Activate the column category and set the blue column marking on the desired chart column.

In order to be able to set the crane to the load case (column criteria + set radius + set load), it is
necessary that the active, blue column for the set radius (vertical cross-hair line) has a load value. It can
also be less than the set load (horizontal cross-hair line).

With the ENTER key, the crane is set to the column criteria of the active, blue chart column and the
values of the radius and load from the load case category in the planner program.

The crane cannot be set in the planer program:

If the crane cannot be set, this is indicated by the red exclamation mark.

The elements (radius, column criteria) that could not be set are displayed in red.

In the case of some cranes, various elements cannot be automatically set. If this is
the case, it is necessary to check if the red marked elements in the planner program are
set correctly and correct them manually if necessary!

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The example shows that the cause is that the selected radius is too large for the active
blue chart column.

Clicking on the red exclamation mark resets the marked elements.

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12.7 Documentation

The documentation is not available for LICCON1 cranes.

Preparation of documentation on the current load case of the LICCON Work Planner.
Documentation optionally contains the following elements:
 Cover sheet,
 Screenshots of the planner program, e.g. side view, top view, support pressure view, ...,
 For a Setup2 crane: Screenshot of the set up screen and screenshot of the curve illustration of the
load chart,
 Load chart for the set code,
 User-defined attachment.

Calling up the documentation window

The window to prepare documentation is called up with the button.

The complete explanations for preparing the cover sheet, attachments and screenshots can be found in the
quick reference guide (separate document).
At this point, only the “load chart” documentation element will be described.

The quick reference guide can be opened via the Windows start menu or directly in the
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“Load chart” documentation element

This load chart is a part of the load case documentation. Its presentation is similar to that in the load chart
book of the ‘real’ crane.

If the load chart is activated, it must be differentiated between the following two cases:

A. “Load chart” activated and “Curve illustration of the load chart” not activated
B. “Load chart” activated and “Curve illustration of the load chart” activated

Case A:

Under “Summary”, activate the “load chart” documentation element.

Start the generation process.

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Case B:

In the curve illustration of the load chart, filters can be activated/deactivated and up to 3 chart columns
can be marked in colour (red/green/blue). (See section 12.6).

Open the documentation window.

Under “Summary”, activate the two documentation elements “load chart” and “curve illustration of the
load chart”.
The figure for the “load chart” documentation element already shows here whether chart column filters
are used during the preparation of the load chart.

Start the generation process.

The load chart for the set operating mode is generated. It contains a reduced amount of chart columns, if
necessary, according to the activated filters. In the curve illustration of the load chart, chart columns
marked with a color (red / green / blue) are shown with a colored font. The chart columns visible in the
column category are shown with a coloured background (pink).

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12.8 Simulation
During simulation, you are able to simulate any crane movement on the screen. The 2D planner uses a scale
model as a simulator, which is able to move on a grid. The grid is calculated to show the crane as large as
possible. If the crane no longer fits in the current grid, if, for example, the telescopic sections were extended,
than the system automatically adjust to the new measurements. However, when the sections are retracted,
the grid does not adjust. All crane movements can be performed via the keyboard or the mouse. The various
functions are as follows:

12.8.1 Crane functions

12.8.1.1 Moving the load hook up / down

In the area of the load operating data field marked in green, the hoist rope can be moved up with the left
mouse key and down with the right mouse key. The length of the hoist rope including the hook block is
illustrated, so that the load can be fastened on the end of the rope. Depending on the set actual load, the
corresponding hook block is automatically selected to be able to simulate the hoist limit switch.

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12.8.1.2 Actual load input

A load to be lifted can be entered in this operating data field. In this value, the weight of the load and the
weight of the hook block should be taken into account.
To enter a load, click with the mouse in the area of the operating data field marked in green.

Enter the value > 0 and confirm with the RETURN key. The load value entry is checked by the load moment
limiter and stops any luffing up or down movement in case of overload.

(applicable for LICCON 2 cranes only) For selected operation modes (e.g. TNZK) a
hydraulic hose drum for the auxiliary equipment is absolutely essential. For other
operating modes (e.g. TK) a hydraulic hose drum is not absolutely essential. In the event
that the hose drum is nevertheless mounted, it is imperative that the corresponding
weight in the actual load is taken into consideration!

When entering the actual load, the total weight including hook block and fastening
equipment must be stated.
In particular, a hook block weight noted in the set up view is not taken into account here
in the Planner.

In the “ Setup2“ window, if the „Load position“ marker is set to two hook operation , two actual values
can be entered in operating data field.

or also

Depending on how the crane is configured, the load position numbers can be different.
Here in the example there are the load positions 1 and 5.

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Since the displayed loads influence each other, the displayed maximum load can only be lifted on load
position 1, when no load is entered on load position 5.
If a load is entered on load position 5, then the maximum load on load position 1 is reduced.

If a load is entered on load position 1, then the maximum load on load position 5 can also be reduced.

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12.8.1.3 Luffing the main boom

In the symbol for the radius, the main mast can be luffed up or down by pressing the mouse buttons. The
luffing up and down movement is automatically stopped when a LML-Stop occurs, either due to overload or
by exceeded the angle. For this purpose, the load moment limiter (LML) was copied from the LICCON. If a
stop occurs, then this is shown with a red STOP symbol.

The LML can be turned on or off at any time via the icon.

By default, luff up or down in 1° steps.

The step width can be increased to 10° steps by clicking the mouse buttons in
combination with the SHIFT key.
The step width can be decreased to 0.1° steps by clicking the mouse buttons in
combination with the STRG key.

If you click alternately with the mouse into the right half of the symbol, then you can enter the main boom
angle directly via a dialog box.

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12.8.1.4 Telescoping
The telescopic boom can be extended or retracted by clicking the telescopic length symbol. The left mouse
button retracts and the right mouse button extends the boom. You can differentiate between free extension
and extension to a certain discretionary telescopic length.

12.8.1.4.1 Discretionary telescoping

If the center of this symbol is clicked, the telescopic boom is always set to the next discretionary extension
condition. The reeving is automatically corrected to a value, which permits lifting the maximum load
according to the corresponding load capacity chart.

12.8.1.4.2 Stepless telescoping

If technically possible or if an appropriate telescopable chart is set, then this telescope can be telescoped in
or out by clicking the respective tele percentage value. Any connected telescopic sections are also extended
according to the selected telescopic system.

By default, telescope in or out in 1% steps.

The step width can be increased to 10% steps by clicking the mouse buttons in
combination with the SHIFT key.

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12.8.1.5 Luffing the auxiliary equipment

If there is any movable equipment in the selected operating mode, then it can be moved in the symbol for the
pulley head height. The equipment can be luffed upward with the left mouse button or lowered with the right
mouse button. The load moment limiter functions the same way as for the telescopic boom.

By default, luff up or down in 1° steps.

The step width can be increased to 10° steps by clicking the mouse buttons in
combination with the SHIFT key.
The step width can be decreased to 0.1° steps by clicking the mouse buttons in
combination with the STRG key.

If you click alternately with the mouse into the right half of the symbol, then you can enter the accessory
angle directly via a dialog box.

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12.8.1.6 Input of derrick counterweight and adjustment of derrick counterweight radius

On LICCON1 cranes, the derrick ballast radius can be increased or decreased with the left and the right
mouse key in the left icon area.
If you click in the right icon area, then a window opens where you can enter the pulled derrick ballast.

On LICCON2 cranes, the derrick angle (and therefore also the derrick ballast radius) can be increased or
decreased in the left icon area with the left or right mouse key.
In the right icon area, within the green area, the pulled derrick ballast weight can be increased or decreased
with the left or right mouse key.
If you click in the right icon area within the blue area, a window opens where you can enter the pulled derrick
ballast weight.

If the crane in operating modes with derrick ballast DB or DBW is equipped with ballast
cylinders, then the ballast to be entered must be increased by the weight of the ballast
cylinder (on the LR 1350/1 by approx. 5.5 klbs). This does not apply for operating modes
with derrick ballast DB or DBW without ballast cylinder.

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By default, increase or decrease in 1m/1° steps.

The step width can be decreased to 0,1m/0,1° steps by clicking the mouse buttons in
combination with the STRG key.

If the crane has no option to change the derrick counterweight radius the second
operation of this symbol is disabled.

If an additional footnote is shown in any operating mode symbol (form of the footnote isn’t
fix), the crane operator has to inform himself about further conditions in the load handling
chart book. Further conditions may be prescribed minimum counterweight.

Any existing suspended counterweight version must be taken into consideration by half
its weight.

This note is applicable for the LR 1400/2 with suspended ballast without guide frame.

In the crane as well as in the Work Planner, the indicated derrick angle is fixed with the
indicated derrick ballast radius, just as if the derrick ballast hangs freely. The static,
however, dictates that the suspended ballast is held with guy ropes to the nominal radius
(9m or 11m) and the derrick angle is enlarged accordingly, so that the radius of the
derrick head is within 9.10 - 9.50 m or within 11.10 – 11.50m. This ensures that the guy
ropes are safely tensioned.

To obtain a valid, maximum load carrying value in the Work Planner, the derrick ballast
radius must also be within this window (for example 9.10-9.50m).

However, it is advisable to set the smallest possible derrick ballast radius (for example:
9.10m). The reason for this is that for the calculation of the derrick ballast, for example at
9.10 m derrick ballast radius, the derrick ballast is 1 % too small. At 9.50m, however, the
derrick ballast is 5% smaller than the actual value. The same consideration applies at a
radius of 11.10 - 11.50m.

The problematic edge of the derrick ballast must be determined by setting the derrick
ballast exactly to the derrick ballasting value of 9m or 11m .

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12.8.1.7 LML-STOP
During the crane simulation there could appear LML-STOP, which can be displayed by two different STOP-
Symbols within the symbol maximum load / actual load.

STOP:

Actual load greater than maximum load (taken from the load capacity charts) or
 Actual reeving number less than required reeving number or
 In case of derrick counterweight:
 Pulled derrick counterweight < minimum derrick counterweight

95 % STOP:

 Due to the interpolation of the maximum load at operation modes with jib “N” it may occur that the
maximum load will be reduced when luffing the main boom. If the actual load will exceed 95% of the
maximum load the operation stops.
This 95% stop position can be left by:
 lowering of the main boom or
 possibly luffing of the jib “N” or
 bridging of the LML-stop (100% symbol)

If a LML-stop is displayed, the limit of safe crane operation is reached. When continuing
the (not allowed) crane operation within the LML-stop by bridging the LML-cut off (100%)
it is not assured that the characteristics of the material will not be subject to undue
influence or that the crane does not tip. However, this cannot be simulated by the work
planner. Therefore, the calculated figures within the LML-stop are only theoretically. It is
not allowed to plan or operate with these theoretical figures.

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12.8.1.8 LML-STOP with erection procedure (only LICCON2 machines with the new set up procedure
„Setup2“)
In certain crane positions, the LICCON Work Planner changes from normal operation into STOP status. The
red STOP icon appears and the load is no longer displayed. Various crane movements are no longer
permitted!

On various cranes and depending on the crane position, the program switches automatically from normal
operation into the erection procedure or from the erection procedure into the normal operation. Prerequisite
is that in the set up screen a hook block weight has been entered in the lift category. The erection procedure
is shown as follows.
If the crane is in the erection procedure, then this is shown by another icon, in addition to the STOP icon and
the occurring erection forces F1A, F2A and F3A are shown in the crane screen.
On the real crane, the forces F1A, F2A and F3A are recorded on the test points and monitored by the LML.

During the erection procedure, the instructions and descriptions in the Crane operating
instructions are decisive!!!

If the icon is red, then the boom or the accessory may be luffed up/down.
The hook block however must remain placed on the ground.
(Actual load = 0.0kips).

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If the icon is green, then the boom or the accessory including the hook block
may be luffed up / down. In the example, the hook block is laying on the
ground (Actual load = 0.0kips).

If the icon is green, then the boom or the accessory including the hook block
may be luffed up / down. In the example, the hook block is laying on the
ground (Actual load = 30.0kips).

The green erection icon only states that the hook weight, which is set in „Setup2“ can be
lifted. It does not state that the hook is currently raised!!! If the hook is raised along, then
the actual hook weight must be manually entered in the actual load display.

If the icon is red and a negative number, appears in the crane screen on the pulley head, then the lifting
procedure of the boom system must be supported. During operation with a luffing jib, the jib head is carried
along on the pulley cart, which must absorb the displayed force (here 58.0kips).

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12.8.1.9 Turn the LML on or off

The LML is actuated if the angle has been exceeded or in case of overload. The LML can be bypassed by
clicking the mouse in the 100% symbol. If the LML is bypassed, then the 100% symbol is shown crossed out.

Another click in the symbol reactivates the LML.

On LICCON2 cranes, the 100% symbol is no longer shown. In a STOP condition, the
crane model can still be operated without bypass.

Please also not the basic notes in section 12.2 "Description of Planner program"

Generally the following applies: If the LICCON Work Planner is in a STOP

condition, then the use of the data is not permissible. If the data is used anyway,
the user always bears the responsibility. In any case, the instructions, notes and
conditions in the Operating instructions of the crane must be strictly observed.

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12.8.2 Planning functions

12.8.2.1 Top View

Click on the first icon in the setting bar until the „View“ category appears.
Then click on the “Top View” icon.

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12.8.2.2 Frontal View

Click on the first icon in the setting bar until the „View“ category appears.
Then click on the “Frontal view” icon.

The LICCON Work Planner is set to “without below ground operation” by default.
A selection can be made between two operating modes in the settings:

Without below ground operation:

The crane is “stuck” on the bottom edge of the coordinate system.

With below ground operation:

The crane can “fly” within the coordinate system.

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12.8.2.3 Load preview

This function is not available for all LICCON2 cranes!

Click in the setting bar on the first icon until the setting bar „Load preview” appears. Here various preview
curves are made available. Normally a preview curve is offered for every possible movement, which the
crane can carry out in its current configuration.

Basically the preview curve shows the load process, if one would carry out the respective movement. When
one carries out a movement, which does not correspond to the current preview curve, then the preview curve
is re-determined.

The following example shows a preview curve for boom luffing. This shows the load trend when the boom is
luffed up and down.
Any other movement (e.g. changing the derrick ballast radius, ...) leads to a new preview curve

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12.8.2.4 Calculate support forces and surface pressure

The calculation of the support forces and surface pressures can be performed for
LIEBHERR cranes with the LICCON Work Planner.

The calculation in the LICCON Work Planner includes, among other things:
- The own weight of the crane including ballast
- The own weight of the load
- A dynamic factor of 1.05.

Wind forces on the crane and the suspended load are NOT included in the support forces
and surface pressures which are calculated by the LICCON Work Planner.

The wind forces on the crane and the suspended load and the resulting elastic
deformation of the crane structure, particularly also on the side, increase the support
forces and surface pressures shown in the LICCON Work Planner.

At set up of an operating mode with an arbitrary superstructure weight it is assumed for

the support force calculation that no ballast has been placed on the chassis.

The support force and surface pressure indicator of the application planner is not to be
used for ascertaining stability or lifting capacity. It is imperative that the description
regarding erection procedures is observed in the operating instructions.

Click on the first icon in the setting bar until the „View“ category appears.
Then click on the “Support pressure or ground pressure view” icon.

Depending on the crane type (for example LTM, LR, etc…), a vehicle or crawler contour viewed from above
appears, in addition to a center of gravity display on the left edge.

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12.8.2.4.1 Support pressure

There are several variations for the support force display:

View on LICCON1 crane

View on LICCON2 crane without tipping edge display.

View on LICCON2 crane with tipping edge display.

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Generally, the current support force is noted on each individual support.

In addition, the maximum occurring support force is shown on each support in brackets. This is the value that
can occur on the support during a complete 360° rotation of the superstructure.

For some LICCON 2 cranes, the maximum occurring support force is not directly
calculated. Instead, the text "max" is displayed and only by clicking the mouse here is the
maximum support force determined and shown.

In many views, there is a % specification on each support. This indicates the current extension length of a
support.

The displayed value of a support indicates the localized force being exerted to this
support. It must be noted that this support force does not relate to a certain surface (for
example 1m2). For surface pressure calculation, the support force must therefore be
converted to the corresponding surface of a ground plate!

Be aware that the calculated support pressures are only theoretical values, which are
only correct under certain conditions. It is assumed that the crane is parked on even, solid
ground, and that it is supported evenly! If the crane is equipped with a derrick
counterweight it must be further provided, that the pulled derrick counterweight is within
the minimum / maximum sector. The support pressures at the side of the counterweight
may be higher without load than the maximum pressures operating with load.

The calculation of the support forces can be performed for LIEBHERR cranes with the
LICCON Work Planner.

The calculation in the LICCON Work Planner includes, among other things:
- The own weight of the crane including ballast
- The own weight of the load
- A dynamic factor of 1.05.

Wind forces on the crane and the suspended load are NOT included in the support forces
which are calculated by the LICCON Work Planner.

The wind forces on the crane and the suspended load and the resulting elastic
deformation of the crane structure, particularly also on the side, increase the support
forces shown in the LICCON Work Planner.

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For some LICCON2 cranes, it is possible to set up the crane with a variable support and therefore optimally
use it in difficult spaces.

The icons displayed during set up for the variable support bases are defined in the
operating instructions of the crane.

In the following example, the string "<<>>" is shown instead of a value for the support width.

If the support is set to "variable", then the crane can be supported in any mode. To extend / retract a support,
click the left / right mouse button on the corresponding % specification.

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A support force value is shown in red when it....:

- reaches or exceeds the maximum force of the support
- reaches or falls below the minimum force of the support

If the crane is not set up with "variable support" in the LICCON job planner, and yet the
possibility still exists to set the support base individually, then the display is only of
informative nature. The currently set support base for the crane operation must
correspond to the support base set on the set up key. The job planner then also shows all
percent specifications in green.

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12.8.2.4.2 Calculation of tipping edge

For some LICCON2 cranes, the LICCON job planner also displays the tipping edge in addition to the center
of gravity. The tipping edge can run differently depending on the crane support. In the following example, all
supports in the left image are extended to 100 %. In the right image, supports 2 and 3 are reduced to 0 %.

The center of gravity of the crane is shown with a red dot in the tipping edge display. If the center of gravity is
within the tipping edge, then the crane is in a stable condition. Here at least three support values do not
equal zero.

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Wind forces on the crane and the suspended load are NOT included in the calculation of
the center of gravity.

The wind forces on the crane and the suspended load and the resulting elastic
deformation of the crane structure, particularly also on the side, move the center of
gravity shown in the LICCON Work Planner.

In the quadrants of the tipping edge display in which the length of a support is reduced,
the maximum load is also reduced accordingly. This can be seen in the load icon when
the superstructure is turned. An overload can occur here when the load is too big, which

is shown by the icon.

Example:

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Supports 2 and 3 are set to 0 %, supports 1 and 4 are set to 100 %.

Only the superstructure is rotated in the current crane setting.

With increasing rotation between supports 4 and 3, the maximum load decreases due to the reduced
support.

In the example, it results in an overload due to the set load.

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12.8.2.4.3 Surface pressure

(only cranes with crawler chassis)

This value shows the supporting length of the crawler chain on solid ground.

The values without brackets show the surface pressure in [lb/sq] on solid ground.
The values in brackets show the surface pressure in [lb/sq] on soft ground.

On LICCON 2 machines, the view shows the track pressure on hard ground.

Use the following key to change between hard and soft ground.

The crane is standing presently on soft ground

The crane is standing presently on hard ground

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Beside pictures show the supporting area on solid and soft ground:

Solid ground:
Support. length A x Support. width C
Soft ground:
Support. length B x Support. width D
In the icon on the lower right, the current superstructure angle is shown in relation to 0° to the front. The
superstructure can be turned with the mouse in this icon via the left or right mouse button, whereby the
surface pressures are constantly updated. Also in the surface pressure view, all crane movements can be
carried out, whereby the effects on the surface pressures can be seen immediately.

Note that the calculated surface pressures are theoretical values, which can be correct
only under certain factors. Basic prerequisite is that the crane is standing on level, evenly
solid ground. In addition, it is presupposed that the displayed, pulled derrick ballast is
within the Min/Max range! Not all influences (such a flexation, wind, crane movements)
are taken into account in the LICCON Work Planner. Thus the actual surface pressures,
depending on the severity of external influences, can deviate significantly from the values
calculated in the LICCON Work Planner. When driving without a load, the surface
pressures can be higher than the maximum surface pressures during operation with a
load.

(Only valid for cranes with assisted steering!) The steering aid is not taken into
account for the data of the max. surface pressure. The steering aid may only be used if
the load is close to the ground and if it is secured to prevent it from moving inadvertently.

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The calculation of the surface pressures can be performed for LIEBHERR cranes with the
LICCON Work Planner.

The calculation in the LICCON Work Planner includes, among other things:
- The own weight of the crane including ballast
- The own weight of the load
- A dynamic factor of 1.05.

Wind forces on the crane and the suspended load are NOT included in the surface
pressures which are calculated by the LICCON Work Planner.

The wind forces on the crane and the suspended load and the resulting elastic
deformation of the crane structure, particularly also on the side, increase the surface
pressures shown in the LICCON Work Planner.

Click here to display the minimum and maximum possible surface pressures that occur when rotating
the superstructure 360°.

The values without parenthesis show the minimum and maximum possible surface pressures in [kN/m²]
on hard ground.
The values in parenthesis show the minimum and maximum possible surface pressures in [kN/m²] on
soft ground
Pressing the button (1) again or performing a crane movement makes the min / max
value disappear from the display.

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12.8.2.4.4 Influence of the load rope on surface pressure, support forces, center of gravity

Depending on the length of the rope, the specific rope weight and the number of reevings, the load rope has
an effect on the calculation of the overall center of gravity, the surface pressure and the support forces.
The example shows how much load rope is taken into consideration.

The example shows the support force calculation.

The example also applies analogously for the surface pressure calculation

Right clicking the hook icon moves the load hook to the top position below the pulley head.
Left clicking the hook icon moves the load hook to the lowest position near the ground.

Left/right clicking the number moves the load hook 1m up / down.

In combination with the Shift key: Moves the load hook 10m up / down.
In combination with the CTRL key: Moves the load hook 0.1m up / down.

The height of the load hook was changed:

Differences in support forces and the center of gravity are shown.

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12.8.2.4.5 Indication of center of gravity, transversal and longitudinal inclination

Wind forces on the crane and the suspended load are NOT included in the center of
gravity calculation of the LICCON Work Planner.

The wind forces on the crane and the suspended load and the resulting elastic distortion
of the crane structure, especially also that to the side, move the center of gravity shown in
the LICCON Work Planner.

This indication provides information about the center of gravity position when driving the crawler crane
without a load.

If the center of gravity is within the core area (center of gravity is marked in green), then the crane on
crawlers can be driven.
If the center of gravity is outside the core area (center of gravity marked in red), then the crane on crawlers
may not be driven.

For this indication of the center of gravity, it is also possible to take a corresponding sloping surface, on
which the crane is possibly standing or driving, into account. To do so, the crane can be inclined in
lengthwise as well as crosswise direction, by setting the corresponding incline angle. To do so, click with the
mouse on the corresponding angle indication and the following dialog boxes will open:

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The max. adjustable side incline is  4,5°

The max. adjustable length incline is  10°

On LICCON 2 machines, the setting of the longitudinal and lateral incline of the crane is
made by clicking the right or the left mouse button correspondingly on the blue arrows.

The number values in the center of the icon show the scale. The scale is automatically
set.
The number value on the right of the blue arrows shows the currently set incline.

The standard setting is set in 1° increments.

The increment can be increased by clicking the mouse button in combination with the
SHIFT key to 10° increments.
The increment can be decreased by clicking the mouse button in combination with the
STRG key to 0.1° increments.

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The following conditions must be observed for the validity of the given core areas:

The crane with attachment may only be driven .....

.... without a load on the hook
.... without suspended ballast and without ballast trailer, only with slewing
platform ballast.

The simulation is valid for wind velocity 0.

The ground must be able to take on the occurring forces and pressures. It is especially
important to observe the occurring output forces in lengthwise and crosswise direction
when driving on inclines.

While driving and for the change from support to crawler (and vice versa), the slewing
platform must be aligned parallel to the crawler carriers. The permissible deviation is
 5°.

If possible, the supports must be held on a square support surface, which is as large as
possible, and the support plates should be directly above the ground.

Incline angle changes must be made evenly and continuously -> no edges!

It must be ensured that the center of gravity is within the core surface, before, during and
after an incline angle change.

Driving the crane, and therefore also the planning with the LICCON Work Planner is
only permissible if this is explicitly permitted in the Operating Manual for the
corresponding crane.

For driving the crane and therefore also for the planning with the LICCON Work
Planner, the conditions noted in the operating instructions are applicable!!!

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For LICCON1- cranes:

A ground incline is only taken into account for the calculation of the center of gravity
(center of gravity in the core surface, ground pressure, support forces).
A ground incline is not taken into account in the graphic view (the crane is not drawn at
an incline).
For that reason, the pulley head height, the radius, the maximum load, the main boom
angle and the accessory angle are generally not correct in case of a ground incline. In the
LICCON Job planer, these data are shown in gray, when at least one ground incline data
is less than -0.3° or more than 0.3°.

In case of a ground incline, the boom angle is not affected. It may have to be reset, if
necessary.

Please make sure that the set chart is permissible for a crane operation with the data set
in the LICCON Job planer (ground incline, superstructure angle, boom angle, accessory
angle, ….) !

No visual alteration of the crane is evident in the page view of the LICCON Work Planner following entry of
the longitudinal/transversal inclination.
In the support pressure view, however, the centre of gravity for the undercarriage and the slewing platform,
as well as the slewing platform ballast and the derrick ballast are calculatively modified by the
longitudinal/lateral inclination. The jib angle/accessory angle and the derrick angle remain set to the same
set angles which have been entered in correspondence with the horizontals, as they are represented in the
operating data fields (BDF). The jib angle/accessory angle must now be adjusted manually wherever
required.

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The displayed tele-angle in the crane and in the LICCON application planner always
refers to the horizontals, regardless of whether the crane is standing horizontally or
positioned at an angle.

The main jib angle is not altered automatically following entry of the
longitudinal/transversal inclination !!! This must also be adjusted manually (if an
accessory is mounted, the accessory angle must also be adjusted accordingly.).

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When travelling with the crane without load, the displayed values tele-angle, radius, roller head height and
load are dependent of the longitudinal and transversal inclination of the crane. The following tables show the
display elements and conditions, when the respective elements are normal or greyed and when warning
symbols are displayed.

The following two tables only apply for the LR 1600/2-W when a load chart is set for
travelling of the crane with narrow track crawler, otherwise the third table further down
applies.

L less/equal to 0.3° and L greater than 0.3° or L less than -0.3°

L greater/equal to -0.3° or
and Q greater than 0.3° or Q less than -0.3°
Q less/equal to 0.3° and
Q greater/equal to -0.3°
Tele-angle Normal Grey
Radius Normal Grey
Roller head
Normal Grey
height

L less/equal to 2° and L greater than 2° or L less than -2°

L greater/equal to -2° or
and Q greater than 2° or Q less than -2°
Q less/equal to 2° and
Q greater/equal to -2°
D D D D
in the range - not in the range - in the range - not in the range -
5°....+5° 5°....+5° 5°....+5° 5°....+5°
to the rear or to the to the rear or to the to the rear or to the to the rear or to the
front front front front
Load normal „0t“ „?“ „?“

no no yes no

no yes no yes

D = Slewing angle uppercarriage

L = Longitudinal inclination
Q = Transversal inclination

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This table is valid for all other LR, LTR !

L less/equal to 0.3° and L greater than 0.3° or L less than -0.3°

L greater/equal to -0.3° or
and Q greater than 0.3° or Q less than -0.3°
Q less/equal to 0.3° and
Q greater/equal to -0.3°
Tele-angle normal Grey
Radius normal Grey
Roller head normal Grey
height
Load normal Grey

no no

no no

D = Slewing angle uppercarriage

L = Longitudinal inclination
Q = Transversal inclination

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12.8.2.5 Wind speed and wind area calculator

12.8.2.5.1 Definition of resistance coefficient (cw)

If air flows over or around a body, then the air is slowed down as a result. The body forms an obstacle for the
air (flow resistance). Depending on the form of the body, the flow resistance changes. To describe the form
of the body, the resistance coefficient is defined. The resistance coefficient (c W-value) of a body denotes
how large an obstacle is given by the body for the air.

The cW-value is provided to you by the producer of the load.

The following chart shows the cw-values of prevalent bodies.

Body Resistance coefficient cw

Plate / Square 2,0

Cylinder 1,0

Ball 0,4

Half ball (front) 0,3

Half ball (rear) 1,2

Rotor of a wind power

approx. 1.6
plant

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12.8.2.5.2 Calculation of permissible wind speed

Click on the settings bar on the first icon until the category "wind speed calculator" appears.

To determine the maximum permissible wind speed Vmax, the values Aw, VmaxTab and mH are required.

Enter Aw. Alternatively, Aw is calculated when the values Ap and/or Cw are edited.

The value VmaxTab is determined automatically from the load chart by the wind calculator.

Enter the load mH.

Alternative input possibility to Pt. 1 and 3.

Result: Maximum permissible wind speed Vmax.

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Definition of terms:

Projected area Ap [m2]: Decisive for the computation of the wind area,
vertically to the flow

Wind resistance coefficient Cw

Wind area Aw [m2]: Wind area, in EN13000 it is also described as

area exposed to wind: Aw = Ap x Cw

Hoist load (gross load) mH [t]: Mass to be lifted, including fastening equipment and
hook block

Chart wind speed

VmaxTAB [m/s]: Chart wind speed (3 second wind gust)

Permissible wind speed

Vmax [m/s]: Permissible 3 second wind gust speed at maximum
height

The wind speed calculation is made using conservative assumptions!

Through a more exact calculation by the crane manufacturer, higher values may be
possible.

The permissible wind speed Vmax (3 second wind gust speed) always refers to the wind
speed at maximum lifting height.
Instead of the wind gust speed, weather information services often report the wind
gust speed, which are averaged within a time period of 10 minutes (socalled 10
minute average). It refers usually to a height of 10m above ground or sea level. The
determining speed for the computation of a 3 second wind gust is clearly higher
than the average wind speed over 10 minutes.

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12.8.2.5.3 Calculation of permissible wind speed at multi hook operation.

If the crane is equipped for multi hook operation (for example: 2- hook operation), then the wind speed
calculator (chapter 12.8.2.5.2) must be used as follows:

The determination must be made separately with the respective load for every load position (in the
example: Load on hook 1 and 5).

Compare Vmax from all individual calculations.

The minimum from all individual calculations results in the permissible wind speed for the total lift.

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12.8.2.5.4 Computation of maximum area exposed to blowing wind.

Click on the settings bar on the first icon until the category "wind surfaces calculator" appears.

To determine the projection area of the load Ap the values Aw and Cw are required.

The value VmaxTab is determined automatically from the load chart by the wind calculator.

Enter the load mH and the maximum permissible wind speed Vmax.

Result: Maximum permissible wind speed Aw.

Enter the Cw -value.

Result: Projection area of Ap.

Alternative input possibility to Pt. 2 and 4.

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Definition of terms:

Chart wind speed

VmaxTAB [m/s]: Chart wind speed (3 second wind gust)

Hoist load (gross load) mH [t]: Mass to be lifted, including fastening equipment and
hook block

Permissible wind speed

Vmax [m/s]: Permissible 3 second wind gust speed in maximum
heigt

Wind area Aw [m2]: Area decisive for the computation of the in

EN13000, it is also area exposed to wind.

Wind resistance coefficient Cw

Projected area Ap [m2]: The projected surface is computated as

follows: Ap = Aw / Cw

The surface calculation is made using conservative assumptions!

Through a more exact calculation by the crane manufacturer, higher values may be
possible.

The current value of the wind sensor on the crane may not be used as the basis for the
load lift. Before starting a load lift, always check the current wind speed for the duration of
the load lift at the appropriate weather bureau or in the internet.

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The permissible wind speed Vmax (3 second wind gust speed) always refers to the wind
speed at maximum lifting height.
Instead of the wind gust speed, weather information services often report the wind
gust speed, which are averaged within a time period of 10 minutes (socalled 10
minute average). It refers usually to a height of 10m above ground or sea level. The
determining speed for the computation of a 3 second wind gust is clearly higher
than the average wind speed over 10 minutes.

12.8.2.5.5 Calculation of maximum area exposed to wind at multi hook operation.

If the crane is equipped for multi hook operation (in the example: 2- hook operation), then the wind speed
calculator (Chapter 12.8.2.5.4) must be used as follows:

The determination must be made separately with the respective load for every load position (in the
example (in the example: Load on hook 1 and 5).

Result: Maximum area of the respective load exposed to wind.

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12.8.2.5.6 Draw an intrusion contour

The planner makes it possible for you to draw an interference outline in the crane view, which is taken into
account for the automatic crane selection. It is possible to draw a traverse with the mouse or by entering
the coordinates. With the right mouse button, click on the corresponding icon in the status and symbol line.
Move the mouse to the starting point of the outline. Click on the left mouse button to mark the first point.
Move the mouse now to all the following points and always press the left mouse button to set the point.
Leave the drawing mode with the ESC button or the right mouse button.

Alternatively, you can draw the contour by entering the coordinates.

Enter all coordinates in sequence and confirm every entry with the RETURN key. The contour will be stored
after leaving the program and can be recalled at anytime. It remains stored until a new contour is entered. To
delete the contour, call up the function and then press the ESC key.

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12.8.2.6 Fade in coordinates

In addition to the current operating data, you can also fade in coordinates in the 2D planner via the
measuring mode in the status or symbol bar. As soon as the mouse pointer is within the symbol range, the
coordinates are faded in on the right bottom.

The displayed coordinates refer to the center of the slewing ring. The coordinates are only shown if a mouse
is connected to the system.

12.8.2.7 Measure distances

If the measuring mode is actuated, in addition to the coordinates, you can measure distances in the crane
view. Click the left mouse button on the starting point. Pull the mouse to the end point and click again. The
relative distance in x and y direction are now displayed in the coordinate window and the direct distance is
shown between the two points. The display remains until you start a new measurement with the left mouse
button, or if you stop the measuring procedure with the right mouse button.

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12.8.2.8 Zoom - Increase or decrease a detail

In order to set a new detailed view in the graphics area, click the left mouse button on the Zoom symbol.
After you have clicked to the first point of the detail, "drag" the cursor to the second point of the detail and
confirm this point with the left mouse button. This function can be interrupted at any time by pressing the
right mouse button.

By clicking the right mouse button in the Zoom symbol, the detail can be enlarged (factor larger than 1) or
reduced (factor between 0 and 1).

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12.8.2.9 Pan - Move a detail

In order to move a new detailed view in the graphics area, click the left mouse button on the Pan symbol.
Define the "movement" by two points which you select in the graphics area with the left mouse button. The
function can be interrupted at any time by pressing the right mouse button.

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12.8.2.10 Turning the crane

Clicking with the right mouse button on this symbol causes the entire crane to turn in clockwise direction.
Clicking with the left mouse button on this symbol causes the entire crane to turn in counter-clockwise
direction.

12.8.2.11 Call up the crane selection chart

To call up the results of the automatic crane selection, click the corresponding symbol in the STATUS and
SYMBOL bar. A listing of all cranes and equipment configurations from the crane selection program is now
displayed for the entered load case. Select a line with the RETURN key or with the left mouse button. The
selected crane is automatically entered into the 2D planner and set to the position required for this load case.
So it is possible to choose among several crane models to select the optimum crane for this load case.

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12.8.2.12 Position crane automatically

(Not valid for LICCON 2 cranes) Click the right mouse button in the drawing range to automatically set up a
crane, and to bring it into a position within a valid load capacity range. Run this function for any new crane,
which has been entered, in order to assure a proper position to start the simulation program.

If certain functions are active, then this automatic positioning function cannot be
performed, since the mouse buttons are used for other functions.

12.8.2.13 Recalculate the drawing range

During simulation, the coordinate system is calculated in such a way that the crane always be displayed in it
maximum size. When the crane does no longer fully fit into the drawing range, then it is automatically
rescaled when telescoping out. However, when telescoping in, the automatic scaling function is suppressed.
If you want to enlarge the view manually to the optimum size, click the left mouse button in the drawing
range.

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If certain functions are active, then this automatic positioning function cannot be
performed, since the mouse buttons are used for other functions.

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12.8.3 Drawing functions

12.8.3.1 Draw and delete line(s)/buildings

Make sure that you are in the frontal view.
Click the left mouse button on this icon to draw (buildings) lines.

Move the mouse to the starting point of the traverse line and then click on the left mouse button to establish
the first point. Now all subsequent points of the traverse line can be marked the same way.

Alternatively, the entry of the individual point coordinates can be made via the keyboard, wherein each entry
is confirmed with the RETURN key.

Drawing mode is ended with the ESC key or the right mouse button.

In order to delete individual lines, click on the corresponding icon using the right mouse button.

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Then move the mouse cursor to the line that you wish to delete and click the left mouse button.

Deleting mode is ended with the ESC key or the right mouse button.

If you wish to draw and delete corresponding lines in the view from above, then switch to

the view from above with and proceed along the lines as it is described in this
section.

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12.8.3.2 Draw and delete circles/arches

Make sure that you are in the frontal view.
Click the left mouse button on this icon to draw circles and circular arcs.

Move the mouse to the center of the circle or circular arc and then click on the left mouse button to establish
the first point. The radius of the circle or the circular arc is determined with the next mouse click. Then the
starting and end angle are determined so that a circular arc can be drawn. To determine the starting angle,
position the mouse accordingly and click on the left mouse button. Then pull the circular arc up with the
mouse. Clicking the mouse again ends the circular arc entry.

Alternatively, the entry of the individual points or angles can be made via the keyboard, wherein each entry is
confirmed with the RETURN key. In the event you wish to draw a circle, enter 0° for the starting angle and
360° for the end angle. The angle data is defined coming from the horizontal (0°) in counterclockwise
direction.

Drawing mode is ended with the ESC key or the right mouse button.

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In order to delete individual circles or circular arcs, click on the corresponding icon using the right mouse
button.

Then move the mouse cursor to the circle or circular arc that you wish to delete and click the left mouse
button.

Deleting mode is ended with the ESC key or the right mouse button.

If you wish to draw and delete corresponding circular arcs in the view from above, then

switch to the view from above with and proceed along the lines as it is described in
this section.

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12.8.3.3 Write and delete text

Make sure that you are in the frontal view.
Click the left mouse button on this icon to write text.

Move the mouse to the reference point (lower left) of the text and then click on the left mouse button to
establish the point. The text angle is determined with the next mouse click. The text size is established by
pulling the mouse away from the angle line portrayed and clicking again. The text entry then occurs. Confirm
the text entry with OK.

Alternatively, the entry of the individual points or angles can be made via the keyboard, wherein each entry is
confirmed with the RETURN key.

Text entry mode is ended with the ESC key or the right mouse button.

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In order to delete individual texts, click on the corresponding icon using the right mouse button.

Then move the mouse cursor to the text that you wish to delete and click the left mouse button.

Deleting mode is ended with the ESC key or the right mouse button.

If you wish to draw and delete corresponding texts in the view from above, then switch to

the view from above with and proceed along the lines as it is described in this
section.

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12.8.3.4 Erase everything

To erase all drawing elements, click the left mouse button in the corresponding symbol.

A possibly drawn residual contour is not deleted in this case !

12.8.3.5 Recalculate the representation

The representation range can be changed by the zoom and pan function. If you would like to adjust the view
manually to the optimum size to make all drawing objects in the view visible, click the left mouse button in the
corresponding view.

If certain functions are active, then this function cannot be performed, since the mouse
buttons are used for other functions.

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12.9 End program

Click this symbol to end the 2D-Planner. At the end of the planner program, you will be asked if you want to
save the load case.

12.9.1 Saving the load case

After completing the Planner, you can save all entered data and any buildings you have drawn, by naming it.
This enables you to retrieve this case at any time.

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13 Appendix

13.1 FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

The LICCON Work Planner program does not start. An error message may appear (Runtime error,
etc…..)
 Check if the environment variables are correct, for more information, see below.
 Start the file …\likaplan\stopepserver.bat.
 Make sure that possibly active virus scanners do not block the following programs.
1.) epl1server.exe
2.) epstartserver.exe
3.) omninames.exe
4.) Likamenu.exe

The installation of crane data runs error free. At the start of the LICCON Work Planner, an error
message „Geometry file not present" or similar is issued.
( This only affects crane data (no LICCON2 machines!!!), which were delivered within the time period
of October 2010 to January 13, 2011. For these machines, various files are not installed. )
 If you only have crane data, which was created within this time period, please contact the email-address
noted in the addendum.
 If you have crane data, which was created outside of this time period, then please install at least one of
them. Then the crane data can also be started, for which the above error appeared.

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The work planner displays a newly installed crane date, however cannot read it.
 A new release of the work planner is required.

How can the increment be changed for crane movements?

 Since LICCON Work Planner version 5.5., the increments for crane movements are no longer set
permanently via the setting field, they can now be increased or decreased with the aid of the Shift/Ctrl –
keys, as required.

Also read, for example " Luffing the main boom " (12.8.1.3).

The environment variables are not or incorrectly defined. Having started the LICCON Work Planner,
an indication on incorrect or non existing environment variables is displayed.
 To be able to work with the LICCON Work Planner, the program needs the environment variables
LIKAPLAN and LIKAZFIL. These variables are set by the installation program in the registry. Check the
environment variables to ensure they are complete and correct.
 For the test whether the environment variables have been set at the start of the computer, please
proceed as follows:

1) Open, departing from Windows, a DOS-window via Start/Programs/MSDOS-input request.

2) Enter the command set | more

3) Check whether the lines with LIKAPLAN=......... and LIKAZFIL=............. exist.

In this connection read also "Entry into the Registry".

4) If these lines are not existent, please read in section "Setting up the file AUTOEXEC.BAT".

The automatic crane selection has determined various practicable configurations however, only the
first of those is always loaded into the work planner, whereas another configuration is required.
 Correct, always the first configuration is loaded into the planner. However, there is a possibility to select
another configuration in the planner itself by clicking on the third symbol from the right on the status and
symbol line.

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On the succeeding list, select a crane with the mouse or the cursor keys, which will be loaded
subsequently into the planner.
Refer to "call up the crane selection chart"

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13.2 Contact address

If you have any questions or problems with your work planner, or if you would like to offer any suggestions,
please contact your distributor or

Postfach 1361
89582 Ehingen/Donau
Germany

Telephone: +49 (0) 73 91 / 502 - 0

Fax: +49 (0) 73 91 / 502 - 3399
E-mail: [email protected]
World Wide Web: http://www.liebherr.com

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13.3 Overview of LICCON Work Planner symbols

This list shows only a part of the used symbols

Work Planner funktions Operating data fields

Operating mode overview Maximum load / Actual load

Change crane Extension condition of main boom

Change configuration Luffing the main boom

Crane selection chart Luffing the auxiliary equipment

Derrick counterweight / Derrick

Turn the LML on/off
counterweight radius

Top view Angle of the slewing platform

Frontal view

Support pressure / Ground pressure

Turning the crane

Draw an intrusion contour Configuration fields

Measure mode Set the main boom – F2

Increase or decrease a detail (zoom) Set the auxiliary equipment – F3

Move a detail Set the counterweight – F4

Draw and delete lines/buildings Set the support base – F5

Draw and delete circles/arches Set the slewing range – F6

Write and delete text

Erase everything

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13.4 INDEX
draw lines/buildings ...................................................... 41, 167
A drawing functions ................................................................ 167
actual load .............................................................. 47, 52, 119 E
adjust derrick counterweight radius .................................... 124
arches .......................................................................... 41, 169 end program ..................................................... 33, 36, 40, 174
area exposed to blowing wind .................................... 157, 159 enlarge view ......................................................................... 41
automatic crane selection ............................................. 27, 164 equipment ........................................................................... 123
erase everything ................................................................. 173
B
F
BDF ................................................................................ 46, 69
buildings ............................................................................... 41 fade in coordinates ............................................................. 161
FAQ .................................................................................... 175
C frontal view ......................................................................... 131
funtion key F2….F6 .............................................................. 98
calculate support forces ...................................................... 133
calculate surface pressure .................................................. 133 G
change configuration .................................................... 35, 103
change crane ............................................................... 35, 103 general program description
chart values .......................................................................... 32 automatic crane selection ................................................ 24
circles ........................................................................... 41, 169 load capacity ................................................................... 24
computer viruses ..................................................................... I planner ............................................................................ 24
configuration....................................................................... 103 general program operation touch .......................................... 10
contact address .................................................................. 178 gravity center ...................................................................... 145
contents ................................................................................ VI
coordinates......................................................................... 161 I
crane configuration
increase a detail.................................................................. 162
hoist winch parallel operation ........................................ 102
information for administrator ................................................. 22
hoist winch selection ..................................................... 102
input actual load.................................................................. 119
LML-code ................................................................ 35, 100
input derrick counterweight ................................................. 124
mode overview ........................................................ 35, 101
installation
setting bar ................................................................. 35, 97
crane data ....................................................................... 18
setup2 ............................................................................. 70
program ........................................................................... 14
crane data ............................................................................ 18
intrusion contour ........................................................... 40, 160
crane funktions ................................................................... 118
Crane generations ................................................................ 25 L
crane selection ..................................................................... 42
Curve illustration of the load chart last load case.................................................................. 31, 37
Category overview ........................................................ 106 lines .............................................................................. 41, 167
Column category.............................................. 112, 113 LML ...................................................................................... 35
Filter category .......................................................... 111 LML-code.............................................................................. 35
Load case category.................................................. 109 LML-stop ............................................................................ 126
Using the load case filter .....................110 LML-stop with erection procedure ....................................... 127
Curve illustration of the load chart ...................................... 104 load capacity program........................................................... 30
load hook ............................................................................ 118
D load preview ....................................................................... 132
load rope ............................................................................ 144
decrease a detail ................................................................ 162 longitudinal inclination ......................................................... 145
delete circles/arches ........................................................... 169 luffing the equipment........................................................... 123
delete everything .................................................................. 41 luffing the main boom.......................................................... 121
delete lines/buildings .......................................................... 167
delete text .......................................................................... 171 M
derrick angel......................................................................... 65
derrick counterweight ................................................... 58, 124 main boom .......................................................................... 121
derrick counterweight radius ......................................... 58, 124 manual crane selection ................................................... 31, 37
description planner program ................................................. 38 max load ............................................................................... 52
distances ............................................................................ 161 maximum load ...................................................................... 47
documentation ...................................................................... 42 measure distances .............................................................. 161
Documentation ................................................................... 115 measuring mode ................................................................... 41
draw circles/arches....................................................... 41, 169 menu program ...................................................................... 26

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move a detail ...................................................................... 163 setting bar ........................................................... 34, 35, 43, 97
move the view ...................................................................... 41 setup2................................................................................... 70
MRT ..................................................................................... 67 editing and selection area ................................................ 74
MRT-adjustment ................................................................... 67 editing field ...................................................................... 75
navigation area ................................................................ 78
N selection list with preselection.......................................... 76
selection list without preselection ..................................... 75
notes on safety ....................................................................... 3
set the setup status generally .......................................... 79
O setting the environment and mechanical influence ........... 92
setting the lift and winch .................................................. 94
operating data field ......................................................... 46, 69 setting the operating mode .............................................. 81
actual load ................................................................ 47, 52 setting the setup supplement ........................................... 87
derrick counterweight ...................................................... 58 setting via chart name...................................................... 80
derrick counterweight radius............................................ 58 window despcription ........................................................ 71
max load ................................................................... 52, 53 setup2 category
maximum load................................................................. 47 chart name ...................................................................... 72
pulley head height ........................................................... 57 environmental and mechanical influence ......................... 73
reeving ............................................................................ 47 lift and winch.................................................................... 74
slewing platform .............................................................. 66 operating mode ............................................................... 72
telescopic length ....................................................... 57, 65 setup supplement ............................................................ 73
working radius ................................................................. 56 show operating modes .......................................................... 40
operating mode overview ................................................... 101 simulation ........................................................................... 118
operating modes................................................................... 33 slewing platform .................................................................... 66
starting the work planner
P client-server installation ................................................... 20
Pan - move a detail ............................................................ 163 standard installation......................................................... 20
permissible wind speed .............................................. 154, 156 status bar ........................................................................ 33, 40
planner ................................................................................. 37 support forces ..................................................................... 133
planning functions .............................................................. 130 surface pressure ................................................................. 133
position crane automatically ............................................... 165 symbol bar ...................................................................... 33, 40
preface .................................................................................... I system requirements...............................................................2
preview load ....................................................................... 132 system requirements tablet .....................................................2
print screen .......................................................................... 33
program installation quick overview
T
client-server .................................................................... 13 telescopic length ................................................................... 57
standard .......................................................................... 12 telescoping ......................................................................... 122
program operation .................................................................. 9 text ............................................................................... 41, 171
pulley head height ................................................................ 57 Tipping edge ....................................................................... 138
top view .............................................................................. 130
Q transversal inclination ......................................................... 145
quick start guide for program operation ................................ 26 turn the LML on/off.............................................................. 129
turning the crane ........................................................... 41, 164
R turning the LML on / off ......................................................... 40

recalculate the drawing range ............................................. 165 U

reduce view .......................................................................... 41
reeving ................................................................................. 47 user and reference manual ................................................... 26
reeving ................................................................................. 53
registry ................................................................................. 22
V
Version ................................................................................. 26
S
save load case ................................................................... 174
W
saved load case ................................................................... 37 Wind speed and wind area calculator.................................. 153
setting working radius ...................................................................... 56
Crane configuration ......................................................... 44 write text ............................................................................. 171
load preview .................................................................... 44
View ................................................................................ 44 Z
Setting
zoom............................................................................. 41, 162
Wind calculator for the flowing wind exposure surface..... 45
Wind calculator for the wind velocity ................................ 45

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