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Model 16/117
Model 18/129
Instruction Manual

NOTE
Read and understand this manual, the
IMT Operators Crane Safety Manual
and Safety Manual Supplement
before operating or maintaining your crane.

IOWA MOLD TOOLING CO., INC.

BOX 189, GARNER, IA 50438-0189
TEL: 641-923-3711
TECHNICAL SUPPORT FAX: 641-923-2424
Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. is an Oshkosh Corporation company.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................ 2 8.0 TECHNICAL DATA ........................................... 20
REVISIONS LIST ...................................................... 2 REFERENCE DIMENSIONS .................................. 20
1.0 INTRODUCTION ............................................... 3 TECHNICAL DATA-16/117 (Domestic) ................... 21
2.0 LOADER TERMINOLOGY ................................. 3 TECHNICAL DATA-16/117 (Metric) ........................ 22
3.0 CONTROL VALVES, SYMBOLS ........................ 4 TECHNICAL DATA-18/129 (Domestic) ................... 23
4.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .......................... 5 TECHNICAL DATA-18/129 (Metric) ........................ 24
4.1 START UP .......................................................... 5 9. WORKING PRESSURE/PERFORMANCE ........ 25
4.2 USING THE LOADER ........................................ 8 WORKING PRESSURE-16/117 (Domestic units) ... 25
4.3 AFTER OPERATION .......................................... 9 WORKING PRESSURE-16/117 (Metric units) ........ 26
5. MAINTENANCE ................................................... 9 WORKING PRESSURE-18/129 (Domestic units) .. 27
5.1 LUBRICATION INTERVALS .............................. 9 WORKING PRESSURE-18/129 (Metric units) ........ 28
5.2 LUBRICATION CHART .................................... 10 10. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM .................................... 29
6.0 OPTIONS ......................................................... 10 10.1 DESCRIPTION .............................................. 29
6.1 MANUAL EXTENSIONS ................................... 11 10.2 HYDRAULIC DIAGRAMS .............................. 29
7.0 LIFTING CAPACITY DIAGRAMS ..................... 11 STANDARD HYDRAULIC DIAGRAM ..................... 30
7.1 CAPACITY CHARTS ......................................... 11 11. BLEEDING OF AIR .......................................... 31
7.2 CAPACITY DIAGRAMS .................................... 11 12. REPAIR ............................................................ 31
CAPACITY CHART-16/117K2 ................................. 12 13. SERVICE .......................................................... 31
CAPACITY CHART-16/117K3 ................................. 13 13.1 FIRST SERVICE OVERHAUL ....................... 31
CAPACITY CHART-16/117K4 ................................. 14 13.2 ANNUAL SERVICE OVERHAUL ................... 32
CAPACITY CHART-16/117K5 ................................. 15 13.3 RECOMMENDED HYDRAULIC OIL TYPES . 32
CAPACITY CHART-18/129K2 ................................. 16 13.4 RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS .................. 32
CAPACITY CHART-18/129K3 ................................. 17
CAPACITY CHART-18/129K4 ................................. 18
CAPACITY CHART-18/129K5 ................................. 19
REVISIONS LIST
DATE LOCATION DESCRIPTION OF CHANGE
- - -
20070228 COVER UPDATED OWNERSHIP STATEMENT
20070510 12-24 ECN 9000 - UPDATED CAPACITY CHART ART FOR CONSISTENCY ACROSS MODELS
20120223 THROUGHOUT ECN 11628 - UPDATED STABILIZER WORDING, ELECTRICAL DANGER DECAL
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
This instruction manual contains a description of the loader, instructions for operation, maintenance and repair of
the loader. The instruction manual includes the following sections:

Sections 1 through 8 contain general instructions for the daily operation of the loader.

Sections 9 through 13 are primarily aimed at operators, installation and maintenance personnel and contain
instructions for installation, adjustment, inspection, and maintenance.

It is important that you familiarize yourself with the contents of this manual before putting the loader into operation.
The same applies to any operators and maintenance personnel of the loader. Also familiarize yourself with any
other manuals or instructions which accompanied the loader.

It is also important to follow the recommended service schedules. These service overhauls aid in operational
safety. They will also be of importance in the event of any warranty claims since IMT will attach great importance to
whether these overhauls have been carried through by an authorized service center or not.

Due to continuous development and improvements, your loader model may have been changed slightly since the
printing of this instruction manual.

2.0 LOADER TERMINOLOGY

The loader is designed as a truck mounted loader and therefore stationary mounting of the loader, mounting on
agricultural tractors, special purpose vehicles and the like may only be performed according to specific agreement
with IMT.

1. Suspension traverse 11. Mast/Column

2. Control valve, loader 12. Link arm, Inner boom
3. Stabilizer beam/ arm 13. Hinge pin
4. Stabilizer extension cylinder 14. Inner/Main boom
5. Stabilizer leg 15. Outer/Jib cylinder
6. Control valve, stabilizer 16. Outer/Jib pin
7. Rotation/Slewing cylinder 17. Link arm, outer/jib
8. Planetary gear 18. Outer boom/Jib
9. Inner Boom cylinder 19. Extension booms
10. Base 20. Extension cylinder
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3.0 CONTROL VALVES, SYMBOLS

Each control valve is labeled showing the functions of that particular valve.

Control levers should always be operated steadily and smoothly to avoid unnecessary strain on the loader.

CS STAB CS STAB
DOWN OUT
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4.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

4.1 START UP
WARNING
Prior to operation, read and understand the IMT Operators Crane Safety manual and any other safety manuals
which accompanied the loader.

Before start up the operator must make sure that loader operation does not entail any unnecessary risk. Special
attention must be paid to the following factors:

1. The ground must be sufficiently firm to accept the pressure from the stabilizer legs. In case of heavy lifts we
recommend the use of steel plates under the stabilizer foot plates.

2. The ground must not be slippery (i.e., covered with ice, sand, etc.). After the driver has applied the parking
brake, the truck must be able to accept the horizontal forces from the loader without skidding or moving.

3. The truck must be parked in such a manner that the operator has a complete and unobstructed view of the field
of operation.

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

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

DANGER
Electrocution Hazard
Crane is not insulated
NEVER approach or contact power lines
with any part of this equipment or load.
Keep 50 feet away from any power line if
voltage is not known.
Keep 20 feet away from any power line
350 kilovolts or less.
Account for swaying motion of power line,
equipment, and load line.
Follow OSHA 29CFR 1926.1400.
Death or serious injury will result from
approaching or contacting a power line.
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General Rules:
For all work in proximity to power supply plants or overhead wires, the following general rules apply:

1. Caution must be exercised in the planning, instruction for, and execution of such work to prevent any risk or
danger to persons, equipment or goods.

2. Any power supply plant, installation or wire must be considered live until the responsible power supply authority
has provided a declaration that the opposite is true.

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

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

Not until the operator has checked the above may loader operation start.

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

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

3. Apply the vehicle parking brake.

4. Starting up:
a. Pull out the emergency stop button - remember both sides of the loader, if necessary.

b. Push the green button once, the “RUN” diode is lit and the safety system is activated.

Stabilizer function:
c. Push the yellow button and the “FUNC” and “F5” diodes are lit. After 10 seconds the diodes are turned
off, but the stabilizer function remains activated. Now the stabilizer function is activated and items 5
through 7 below must be carried out.

Loader function:
d. Either: Activate one of the control levers of the loader’s control valve
or: Push the yellow button twice; “FUNC” is lit and “F5” is turned off.

All loader functions are now activated - carry out item 8.

5. Release the stabilizer lock and extend the stabilizer beam completely, and lock it again. If
the stability of the vehicle and the loader is based on the stabilizer legs being fully deployed. The
loader should only be used when the stabilizers are fully deployed. The operator must make sure
that the vehicle has sufficient stability in the area in front of the stabilizers (over the cab).The
stabilizers should be lowered just enough to raise the truck chassis a little in its suspensions.
The tires must still have full contact with the ground.

During loading of the truck, the operator must raise the stabilizer legs periodically to ensure that the truck and not
the stabilizers carry the weight. The stabilizer legs are not designed to support this excessive load.

6. The vehicle must be positioned as close to horizontal as possible. Therefore, the driver should place the truck in
as close a horizontal position as possible by means of the stabilizer legs before operating the loader.

7. If the ground is not firm enough to take up the pressure of the stabilizer legs, a plate, preferably steel, must be
placed under the foot plates.
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8.1. The unfolding of the loader takes place as described below:

I. Extend stabilizer beams fully.

II. Lower the stabilizer legs according to items 5, 6 and 7 above.

III. The outer (jib) must be raised (the “outer/jib down” movement of the lever), so that the outer boom (jib) is
released from the bracket.

IV. Raise the inner (main) boom and thereby release it from the bracket. Raise the inner (main) boom somewhat
above horizontal, so that the outer boom can be moved freely downwards.

V. Raise the outer (jib) until it is free from the base.

NOTE
In the case of loaders equipped with stop bracket on the outer (jib), extend the extension booms a little until the
stop bracket is released.
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4.2 USING THE LOADER

After unfolding the loader, work may begin.

The lifting capacity of the loader is shown on the Capacity Chart on the loader and in this instruction manual. The
capacity limits indicated must never be exceeded.

The loader is designed to lift loads vertically and therefore diagonal stresses must be avoided. Consequently the
dragging of loads across the ground using the extension cylinders or the rotation system must be avoided. These
functions should only be activated once the load is free of the ground.

When mounting a grapple, the total weight (grapple, rotator, and contents) must not exceed the lifting capacity of
the loader at maximum reach. The grapple may be used to move soil only. It must not be used to excavate earth.
Damage caused by improper operation of the loader will not be covered by the Waranty.

If the load is extended so far that the lifting capacity is exceeded, the load moment increasing movements will be
stopped. See the RCL Safety System Instruction Manual.

WARNING
Never stand under the booms when the loader is working.

NOTES
Position the truck as closely to the load as possible to lift the load on the shortest possible boom.

The rotation system should be operated with care, especially when the inner boom is at an acute angle to the
outer boom.

The stabilizers may not be activated when the loader is working.

Never drive off with a suspended load.

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4.3 AFTER OPERATION

The loader is folded up by reversing the procedure described in item 8, chapter 4.1 “Starting up”.
If the boom is parked on the truck platform it must be properly secured to prevent the boom from swinging out
during transport. Also, the operator must check that the total height does not exceed 157” (4000mm).

If the loader is equipped with swing-up stabilizer legs, they must also be secured in position before driving off.

Before the vehicle is started, the PTO must be disengaged; i.e. the pump must be turned off.

5. MAINTENANCE
Careful maintenance of the loader is the best way to ensure reliable loader operation.

At regular intervals, every day or every week, depending on frequency of loader application,
you should check the following:

1. The oil level in tank and rotation system. Oil must be visible in the oil level glass of the tank
when the loader is folded. If the loader is equipped with a planetary gear, check its oil level.

2. Any defects, damage or leaks should be repaired at an authorized service center as soon as
discovered.

3. Loader to truck mounting hardware.

4. Slide blocks and bushings reduce friction and therefore they are naturally subject to wear. Slide blocks should
be replaced when slack is detected in the boom system. Bushings should be replaced before the metal
components physically touch each other.

5. Check all hoses for defects and kinks.

6. Check that hooks, straps and safety latches are in good working order.

7. Check all lock pins and bolts for wear.

Service overhauls should be undertaken according to Section 13. In case of any warranty claims later, great
importance will be attached to observance of these service overhauls.

5.1 LUBRICATION INTERVALS

Pinion of mast/Planetary gear (if any): after 50 hours of operation/1 month (whichever occurs first)

Base bearings: after 20 hours of operation/1 week (whichever occurs first)

Extension system/Slide blocks: after 50 hours of operation/1 month (whichever occurs first)

Guide rail on extension cylinders: after 50 hours of operation/1 month (whichever occurs first)

Pin connections/Bolts: after 50 hours of operation/1 month (whichever occurs first)

Stabilizer beams: as required

Control valves and rod connections (Oil spray): as required

The loader should be lubricated according to the lubrication chart below. Also see “Recommended Lubricants”.
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5.2 LUBRICATION CHART

The rotation system should be activated and the loader swung from stop to stop several times within the entire
rotation area at the same time as the bearings in the base are lubricated.

Hydraulic oil and lubrication grease are chosen according to the table in Section 13.

The telescopic extensions and planetary gear are lubricated with a special grease (Statoil Grease Way CaH or
Castrol ALV).

CAUTION
If the loader is not folded after use, make sure that all cylinders are completely retracted at least once a day.
The protective oil coating on the piston rods is thus maintained, preventing corrosion from occuring on the
chromium surface.

6.0 OPTIONS
Various options are available with the loader:
Fly-Jib
Manual extensions
Winch
Pallet fork
Remote control
Radio remote control

Some loaders may, as standard, be equipped with options such as manual extensions, winch and Fly-Jib.
For those loaders you will, apart from the descriptions below, also find technical data and pressure setting diagram,
as well as lifting capacity diagrams for the Fly-Jib in this manual.

You should always consult your authorized dealer before mounting any optional equipment. This also applies to
equipment already in your possession.

CAUTION
Welding onto or drilling into the structural components of the loader will automatically invalidate any liability on the
part of IMT.
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6.1 MANUAL EXTENSIONS

When working with manual extensions, please note:

The load limits indicated for manual extensions must never be exceeded.

Great care must be taken if the rotation system is to be activated during work with manual extensions.

If the loader is fitted with manual extensions or other options, the lifting capacity of the loader must be reduced by
the weight of the options.

Always check that lock bolts are fitted correctly with a pin.

If the loader is fitted with several extensions and a certain lifting job requires the use of one extension only, use the
extension with the largest box profile.

WARNING
Only pull out the manual extensions when the outer (jib) is as close to horizontal as possible. If the outer (jib) is
pointed downwards when the lock is removed, the extensions will drop out at uncontrollable speed. This may
damage the stop at the risk of resulting in personal injury.

The load must be extended from the stop; i.e. the extension lock pins must always remain in place.

7.0 LIFTING CAPACITY DIAGRAMS

7.1 CAPACITY CHARTS

From the factory, the loader is equipped with lifting capacity labels for the loader as well as for the options (manual
extensions, Fly-Jib), if any. These labels must, just like any other labels on the loader, be intact and legible. If the
label has been damaged or removed, you can order a new label from IMT. Use the part number used on the label
or consult the parts manual, decal kit.

7.2 CAPACITY DIAGRAMS

As a supplement to the loader’s lifting capacity labels, the following pages contain load and lifting capacities of the
different K-versions in standard applications, i.e. special applications and customized labels and options are not
taken into consideration. In these cases we refer to the supplementary documentation delivered and/or the lifting
capacity labels on the loader.

WARNING
The lifting capacity limits indicated must never be exceeded.
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CAPACITY CHART-16/117K2

 Working loads will be limited to those shown.

Model Deduct the weight of load handling devices.

16/117K2  Before lift is made, stability must be checked per

SAE J765A.

36’
(10.97m)
LB 33’
(10.06m)
KG
30’
(9.14m)

27’
(8.23m)
13115
24’
5950 (7.32m)

21’
(6.40m)

18’
14000 (5.49m)

6350 15’
(4.57m)

12’
(3.66m)

9’
(2.74m)

10360 7770 5205 3880 6’

(1.83m)
4700 3525 2360 1760
3’
(0.91m)

0
MOUNTING
SURFACE

0 6’ 12’ 18’ 24’

CENTERLINE (1.83m) (3.66m) (5.49m) (7.32m)
3’ 9’ 15’ 21’ 27’
70395338 (0.91m) (2.74m) (4.57m) (6.40m) (8.23m)
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CAPACITY CHART-16/117K3

 Working loads will be limited to those shown.

Model Deduct the weight of load handling devices.

16/117K3  Before lift is made, stability must be checked per

SAE J765A.

42’
(12.80m)
LB
KG
36’
(10.97m)

10360
4700 30’
(9.14m)

12785
5800 24’
(7.32m)

18’
13890 (5.49m)
6300

12’
(3.66m)

7440 4905 3580 2835 6’

3375 2225 1625 1285 (1.83m)

0
MOUNTING
SURFACE

0 6’ 12’ 18’ 24’ 30’

CENTERLINE (1.83m) (3.66m) (5.49m) (7.32m) (9.14m)
3’ 9’ 15’ 21’ 27’ 33’
(0.91m) (2.74m) (4.57m) (6.40m) (8.23m) (10.06m)
70395339
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CAPACITY CHART-16/117K4

 Working loads will be limited to those shown.

Model Deduct the weight of load handling devices.
 Before lift is made, stability must be checked per
16/117K4 SAE J765A.

48’
(14.63m)
LB
KG
42’
(12.80m)

36’
(10.97m)
9260
4200 30’
(9.14m)

12400
5625 24’
(7.32m)

18’
(5.49m)
13780
6250
12’
(3.66m)

6’
(1.83m)
7165 4630 3350 2590 2150
3250 2100 1520 1175 975
0
MOUNTING
SURFACE

0 6’ 12’ 18’ 24’ 30’ 36’

CENTERLINE (1.83m) (3.66m) (5.49m) (7.32m) (9.14m) (10.97m)
3’ 9’ 15’ 21’ 27’ 33’ 39’
(0.91m) (2.74m) (4.57m) (6.40m) (8.23m) (10.06m) (11.89m)
70395340
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CAPACITY CHART-16/117K5

 Working loads will be limited to those shown.

Model Deduct the weight of load handling devices.
 Before lift is made, stability must be checked per
16/117K5 SAE J765A.

54’
(16.46m)
LB
KG
48’
(14.63m)
6835
3100 42’
(12.80m)

9260 36’
(10.97m)
4200

30’
(9.14m)

11685 24’
(7.32m)
5300

18’
(5.49m)
13560
6150 12’
(3.66m)

4355 3085 2335 1875 1585 6’

(1.83m)
1975 1400 1060 850 720
0
MOUNTING
SURFACE

0 6’ 12’ 18’ 24’ 30’ 36’ 42’ 48’

CENTERLINE (1.83m) (3.66m) (5.49m) (7.32m) (9.14m) (10.97m) (12.80m) (14.63m)
3’ 9’ 15’ 21’ 27’ 33’ 39’ 45’
(0.91m) (2.74m) (4.57m) (6.40m) (8.23m) (10.06m) (11.89m) (13.72m)
70395341
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CAPACITY CHART-18/129K2

 Working loads will be limited to those shown.

Model Deduct the weight of load handling devices.

18/129K2  Before lift is made, stability must be checked per

SAE J765A.

LB 33’
(10.06m)
KG
30’
(9.14m)

27’
(8.23m)
14220
6450 24’
(7.32m)

21’
(6.40m)

18’
15210 (5.49m)

6900 15’
(4.57m)

12’
(3.66m)

9’
(2.74m)

11245 8600 5790 4320 6’

5100 3900 2625 1960 (1.83m)
3’
(0.91m)

0
MOUNTING
SURFACE

0 6’ 12’ 18’ 24’

CENTERLINE (1.83m) (3.66m)
3’ 9’ 15’ (5.49m) 21’ (7.32m) 27’
(0.91m) (2.74m) (4.57m) (6.40m) (8.23m)
70395344
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CAPACITY CHART-18/129K3

 Working loads will be limited to those shown.

Model Deduct the weight of load handling devices.

18/129K3  Before lift is made, stability must be checked per

SAE J765A.

42’
(12.80m)
LB
KG
36’
(10.97m)

11355
5150 30’
(9.14m)

13945
6325 24’
(7.32m)

18’
15100 (5.49m)

6850

12’
(3.66m)

8265 5480 4010 3195 6’

3750 2485 1820 1450 (1.83m)

0
MOUNTING
SURFACE

0 6’ 12’ 18’ 24’ 30’

CENTERLINE (1.83m) (3.66m) (5.49m) (7.32m) (9.14m)
3’ 9’ 15’ 21’ 27’ 33’
(0.91m) (2.74m) (4.57m) (6.40m) (8.23m) (10.06m)
70395345
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CAPACITY CHART-18/129K4

 Working loads will be limited to those shown.

Model Deduct the weight of load handling devices.

18/129K4  Before lift is made, stability must be checked per

SAE J765A.

48’
(14.63m)
LB
KG 42’
(12.80m)

36’
(10.97m)
10140
4600 30’
(9.14m)

13505 24’
(7.32m)
6125

14990 18’
(5.49m)
6800
12’
(3.66m)

6’
(1.83m)
7960 5180 3750 2920 2425
3610 2350 1700 1325 1100
0
MOUNTING
SURFACE

0 6’ 12’ 18’ 24’ 30’ 36’

CENTERLINE (1.83m) (3.66m) (5.49m) (7.32m) (9.14m) (10.97m)
3’ 9’ 15’ 21’ 27’ 33’ 39’
(0.91m) (2.74m) (4.57m) (6.40m) (8.23m) (10.06m) (11.89m)
70395346
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CAPACITY CHART-18/129K5

 Working loads will be limited to those shown.

Model Deduct the weight of load handling devices.

18/129K5  Before lift is made, stability must be checked per

SAE J765A.

54’
(16.46m)
LB
KG
48’
(14.63m)
7605
3450 42’
(12.80m)

10140 36’
(10.97m)
4600

30’
(9.14m)

12785 24’
5800 (7.32m)

18’
(5.49m)
14770
6700 12’
(3.66m)

6’
4905 3505 2680 2150 1830 (1.83m)

2225 1590 1215 975 830

0
MOUNTING
SURFACE

0 6’ 12’ 18’ 24’ 30’ 36’ 42’ 48’

CENTERLINE (1.83m) (3.66m) (5.49m) (7.32m) (9.14m) (10.97m) (12.80m) (14.63m)
3’ 9’ 15’ 21’ 27’ 33’ 39’ 45’
(0.91m) (2.74m) (4.57m) (6.40m) (8.23m) (10.06m) (11.89m) (13.72m)
70395347
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8.0 TECHNICAL DATA

The following pages contain tables with technical data on loader and Fly-Jib respectively, if a Fly-Jib is available as
standard.

As standard the 16/117 K3 loader designation describes a loader with a 16 ton-meter/117000 foot-pound load
moment and utilizes 3 hydraulic extensions. The 18/129 K3 loader designation describes a loader with a 18 ton-
meter/129000 foot-pound load moment and utilizes 3 hydraulic extensions.

REFERENCE DIMENSIONS

93.5

Y
EXT 3, 4, 5: 109.5" (2783)
X

EXT 1 & 2: 105" (2675)

EXT 1: 14’-5" (4395) / 21’-0" (6395)
17.5"
100" (2551)

93" (2356)

EXT 2: 14’-7" (4436) / 28’-0" (8536)

(445) EXT 3: 14’-9" (4486) / 35’-1" (10,686)
25" EXT 4: 14’-11" (4538) / 42’-1" (12,838)
(631)

80" (2207)
EXT 5: 15’-2" (4626) / 49’-4" (15,026)

11" 21" 11"

(296)
12"

(280) (540) (280)

(688)
27"
(320)
12.5"

8"
(204)
EXT 5: 74.5" (1892)
40" (1020)
EXT 1-4:
37" (945)
49" (1240) 49" (1245)
89.5" (2272)
12"
(305)

10"
2"
(49)

(150)

5.5"
(622)
24.5"

(250)
6"

(140)
11.5"
(290)
CL -CHASSIS
(650)
25.5"

7’-3" (2200)

7’-11" (2420)

16’-9" (5100)
OPT 1: 21’-1" (6400)
(396)
16"
35.5" (900)

33" (830)
EXT 1-4:
EXT 5:

NOTE:
ALL DIMENSIONS IN
FEET & INCHES (mm).
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TECHNICAL DATA-16/117 (Domestic)

Performance Unit 2 hyd ext 3 hyd ext 4 hyd ext 5 hyd ext
Crane Rating* ft-lb 112,110 109,940 105,600 103,430
Max Horiz Reach ft & in 28’-3” 35’-1” 42’-4” 49’-7”
Max Vert Reach ft & in 36’-1” 43’-0” 50’-2” 57’-5”
Max. Capacity lb 14,000 13,890 13,780 13,560
Max Cap@Max Reach lb 3880 2835 2150 1585
Crane Weight** lb 4025 4355 4630 4860
Hook Approach
Vertical ft & in 9’-2” 9’-2” 8’-10” 8’-7”
Horizontal ft & in 2’-6” 2’-8” 2’-11” 3’-3”
Center of Gravity (Stored)
Vertical inches 31.0” 32.0” 33.0” 33.0”
Horiz (C/L Rot-Bridge) inches 1.6” 2.8” 3.5” 4.1”
Stabilizer Pad Diameter inches 9.0” 9.0” 9.0” 9.0”
Crane Storage Height ft & in 7’-6” 7’-6” 7’-6” 7’-6”
Mounting Space*** inches 32.7” 32.7” 32.7” 35.4”
Rotation Torque ft-lb 17360 17360 17360 17360
Rotation Angle degrees 410 410 410 410
Optimum Pump Capacity gpm (US) 13 13 13 13
System Pressure psi 3915 3915 3915 3915
Oil Reservoir Capacity gal 22.5 22.5 22.5 22.5
Stabilizer Extension Span
Std-mnl out/hyd dn ft & in 16’-9” 16’-9” 16’-9” 16’-9”
Weight lbs 550 550 550 550
Opt-hyd out/hyd dn ft & in 21’-1” 21’-1” 21’-1” 21’-1”
Weight lb 720 720 720 720

Minimum Chassis Specifications

Front Axle Rating (GAWR) lb 12000 12000 12000 12000
Rear Axle Rating (GAWR) lb 21000 21000 21000 21000
RBM in-lb 1,680,000 1,680,000 1,680,000 1,680,000

Measures
Height above chassis
when folded in 87.4 87.4 87.4 87.4
Width when folded in 98.4 98.4 98.4 98.4
Length, without
extra valves in 32.7 32.7 32.7 35.4
Length, with
extra valves in 37.2 37.2 37.2 40.2

* Maximum Crane Rating (ft-lbs) is defined as that rated load (lbs) which when multiplied by its respective distance (ft)
from centerline of rotation gives the greatest ft-lb value.
** Crane weight excluding stabilizers.
*** Additional mounting space of 11” will be required to provide crane rotational clearance.
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TECHNICAL DATA-16/117 (Metric)

Performance Unit 2 hyd ext 3 hyd ext 4 hyd ext 5 hyd ext
Crane Rating* ton-m 15.5 15.2 14.6 14.3
Max Horiz Reach m 8.6 10.7 12.9 15.1
Max Vert Reach m 11.0 13.1 15.3 17.5
Max. Capacity kg 6350 6300 6250 6150
Max Cap@Max Reach kg 1760 1285 975 720
Crane Weight kg 1825 1975 2100 2205
Hook Approach
Vertical m 2.8 2.8 2.7 2.6
Horizontal m 0.76 0.82 0.89 1.00
Center of Gravity (Stored)
Vertical mm 790 810 830 840
Horiz (C/L Rot-Bridge) mm 40 70 90 105
Stabilizer Pad Diameter mm 220 220 220 220
Crane Storage Height m 2.3 2.3 2.3 2.3
Mounting Space mm 830 830 830 900
Rotation Torque ton-m 2.4 2.4 2.4 2.4
Rotation Angle degrees 410 410 410 410
Optimum Pump Capacity liters/min 49 49 49 49
System Pressure bar 270 270 270 270
Oil Reservoir Capacity liters 85 85 85 85
Stabilizer Extension Span
Std-mnl out/hyd dn m 5.1 5.1 5.1 5.1
Weight kg 250 250 250 250
Opt-hyd out/hyd dn m 6.4 6.4 6.4 6.4
Weight kg 325 325 325 325

Minimum Chassis Specifications

Front Axle Rating (GAWR) kg 5443 5443 5443 5443
Rear Axle Rating (GAWR) kg 9525 9525 9525 9525
RBM kg-m 19362 19362 19362 19362

Measures
Height above chassis
when folded mm 2272 2272 2272 2272
Width when folded mm 2500 2500 2500 2500
Length, without
extra valves mm 830 830 830 900
Length, with
extra valves mm 945 945 945 1020

* Maximum Crane Rating (ton-m) is defined as that rated load (ton) which when multiplied by its respective distance (m)
from centerline of rotation gives the greatest ton-m value.
** Crane weight excluding stabilizers.
*** Additional mounting space of 280mm will be required to provide crane rotational clearance.
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TECHNICAL DATA-18/129 (Domestic)

Performance Unit 2 hyd ext 3 hyd ext 4 hyd ext 5 hyd ext
Crane Rating* ft-lb 124,410 122,240 117,175 115,005
Max Horiz Reach ft & in 28’-3” 35’-1” 42’-4” 49’-7”
Max Vert Reach ft & in 36’-1” 43’-0” 50’-2” 57’-5”
Max. Capacity lb 15210 15100 14990 14770
Max Cap@Max Reach lb 4320 3195 2425 1830
Crane Weight** lb 4055 4385 4660 4895
Hook Approach
Vertical ft & in 9’-2” 9’-2” 8’-10” 8’-7”
Horizontal ft & in 2’-6” 2’-8” 2’-11” 3’-3”
Center of Gravity (Stored)
Vertical inches 31.0” 32.0” 33.0” 33.0”
Horiz (C/L Rot-Bridge) inches 1.6” 2.8” 3.5” 4.1”
Stabilizer Pad Diameter inches 9.0” 9.0” 9.0” 9.0”
Crane Storage Height ft & in 7’-6” 7’-6” 7’-6” 7’-6”
Mounting Space*** inches 32.7” 32.7” 32.7” 35.4”
Rotation Torque ft-lb 17360 17360 17360 17360
Rotation Angle degrees 410 410 410 410
Optimum Pump Capacity gpm (US) 13 13 13 13
System Pressure psi 4275 4275 4275 4275
Oil Reservoir Capacity gal 22.5 22.5 22.5 22.5
Stabilizer Extension Span
Std-mnl out/hyd dn ft & in 16’-9” 16’-9” 16’-9” 16’-9”
Weight lb 550 550 550 550
Opt-hyd out/hyd dn ft & in 21’-1” 21’-1” 21’-1” 21’-1”
Weight lb 715 715 715 715

Minimum Chassis Specifications

Front Axle Rating (GAWR) lb 12000 12000 12000 12000
Rear Axle Rating (GAWR) lb 21000 21000 21000 21000
RBM in-lb 1,850,000 1,850,000 1,850,000 1,850,000

Measures
Height above chassis
when folded in 87.4 87.4 87.4 87.4
Width when folded in 98.4 98.4 98.4 98.4
Length, without
extra valves in 32.7 32.7 32.7 35.4
Length, with
extra valves in 37.2 37.2 37.2 40.2

* Maximum Crane Rating (ft-lbs) is defined as that rated load (lbs) which when multiplied by its respective distance (ft)
from centerline of rotation gives the greatest ft-lb value.
** Crane weight excluding stabilizers.
*** Additional mounting space of 11” will be required to provide crane rotational clearance.
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TECHNICAL DATA-18/129 (Metric)

Performance Unit 2 hyd ext 3 hyd ext 4 hyd ext 5 hyd ext
Crane Rating* ton-m 17.2 16.9 16.2 15.9
Max Horiz Reach m 8.6 10.7 12.9 15.1
Max Vert Reach m 11.0 13.1 15.3 17.5
Max. Capacity kg 6900 6850 6800 6700
Max Cap@Max Reach kg 1960 1450 1100 830
Crane Weight kg 1840 1990 2115 2220
Hook Approach
Vertical m 2.8 2.8 2.7 2.6
Horizontal m 0.76 0.82 0.89 1.00
Center of Gravity (Stored)
Vertical mm 790 810 830 840
Horiz (C/L Rot-Bridge) mm 40 70 90 105
Stabilizer Pad Diameter mm 220 220 220 220
Crane Storage Height m 2.3 2.3 2.3 2.3
Mounting Space mm 830 830 830 900
Rotation Torque ton-m 2.4 2.4 2.4 2.4
Rotation Angle degrees 410 410 410 410
Optimum Pump Capacity liters/min 49 49 49 49
System Pressure bar 295 295 295 295
Oil Reservoir Capacity liters 85 85 85 85
Stabilizer Extension Span
Std-mnl out/hyd dn m 5.1 5.1 5.1 5.1
Weight kg 250 250 250 250
Opt-hyd out/hyd dn m 6.4 6.4 6.4 6.4
Weight kg 325 325 325 325

Minimum Chassis Specifications

Front Axle Rating (GAWR) kg 5443 5443 5443 5443
Rear Axle Rating (GAWR) kg 9525 9525 9525 9525
RBM kg-m 17864 17864 17864 17864

Measures
Height above chassis
when folded mm 2272 2272 2272 2272
Width when folded mm 2500 2500 2500 2500
Length, without
extra valves mm 830 830 830 900
Length, with
extra valves mm 945 945 945 1020

* Maximum Crane Rating (ton-m) is defined as that rated load (ton) which when multiplied by its respective distance (m)
from centerline of rotation gives the greatest ton-m value.
** Crane weight excluding stabilizers.
*** Additional mounting space of 280mm will be required to provide crane rotational clearance.
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9. WORKING PRESSURE/PERFORMANCE
The working pressure should be set with a pressure gauge and the limits stated in the tables below must be kept.

The working pressure must be checked during the annual service overhaul and in the event of any major repairs.

The procedure for checking and setting of load-holding valves is described in Service Information. All adjustable
valves must be resealed after pressure setting adjustment.

Please note that any warranty obligations on the part of IMT will be invalidated if the conditions stated in this
manual are not complied with.

WORKING PRESSURE-16/117 (Domestic units)

Basic position
during test and
adjustment of
valves

Working pressure on main-relief valve & port-relief valves

Function Port Unit 16/117
Main-relief valve psi 3915
Rotation system right A-port 2540
left B-port 2540
Inner boom cylinder down A-port 1015
up B-port P
Outer boom cylinder up A-port 4350
down B-port 2175
Extension extend A-port P
cylinders retract B-port P
Rotator A-port 2900
B-port 2900
Grapple A-port 3625
B-port 3625
Separate 1815
stabilizer valve

Opening pressure on load holding valves

Inner boom cylinder 5075
Outer boom cylinder 4495
Extension cyl extend A-port 3045
Extension cyl retract B-port 6235
External relief valve 4280

Pressure setting for load moment limitation

LMB 3770

Max. Pump performance

Pump performance gpm 13.21
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WORKING PRESSURE-16/117 (Metric units)

Basic position
during test and
adjustment of
valves

Working pressure on main-relief valve & port-relief valves

Function Port Unit 16/117
Main-relief valve MPa 27.0
Rotation system right A-port 17.5
left B-port 17.5
Inner boom cylinder down A-port 7.0
up B-port P
Outer boom cylinder up A-port 30.0
down B-port 15.0
Extension extend A-port P
cylinders retract B-port P
Rotator A-port 20.0
B-port 20.0
Grapple A-port 25.0
B-port 25.0
Separate 12.5
stabilizer valve

Opening pressure on load holding valves

Inner boom cylinder 35.0
Outer boom cylinder 31.0
Extension cyl extend A-port 43.0
Extension cyl retract B-port 21.0
External relief valve 29.5

Pressure setting for load moment limitation

LMB 26.0

Max. Pump performance

Pump performance I/min 50.0

1 MPa = 10 bar
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WORKING PRESSURE-18/129 (Domestic units)

Basic position
during test and
adjustment of
valves

Working pressure on main-relief valve & port-relief valves

Function Port Unit 18/129
Main-relief valve psi 4280
Rotation system right A-port 2540
left B-port 2540
Inner boom cylinder down A-port 1015
up B-port P
Outer boom cylinder up A-port 4350
down B-port 2175
Extension extend A-port P
cylinders retract B-port P
Rotator A-port 2900
B-port 2900
Grapple A-port 3625
B-port 3625
Separate 1815
stabilizer valve

Opening pressure on load holding valves

Inner boom cylinder 5075
Outer boom cylinder 4785
Extension cyl extend A-port 3045
Extension cyl retract B-port 6235
External relief valve 4640

Pressure setting for load moment limitation

LMB 4135
HDL 3770

Max. Pump performance

Pump performance gpm 13.21
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WORKING PRESSURE-18/129 (Metric units)

Basic position
during test and
adjustment of
valves

Working pressure on main-relief valve & port-relief valves

Function Port Unit 18/129
Main-relief valve MPa 29.5
Rotation system right A-port 17.5
left B-port 17.5
Inner boom cylinder down A-port 7.0
up B-port P
Outer boom cylinder up A-port 30.0
down B-port 15.0
Extension extend A-port P
cylinders retract B-port P
Rotator A-port 20.0
B-port 20.0
Grapple A-port 25.0
B-port 25.0
Separate 12.5
stabilizer valve

Opening pressure on load holding valves

Inner boom cylinder 35.0
Outer boom cylinder 33.0
Extension cyl extend A-port 21.0
Extension cyl retract B-port 43.0
External relief valve 32.0

Pressure setting for load moment limitation

LMB 28.5
HDL 26.0

Max. Pump performance

Pump performance I/min 50.0

1 MPa = 10 bar
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10. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

10.1 DESCRIPTION
The valve block of the loader is of the “stack” type, i.e., it is made up of a number of separate control valves. This
ensures great flexibility and low maintenance costs.

A main relief valve is fitted in the inlet section of the valve block to ensure that the oil pressure in the pump line
does not exceed the permissible limit. This valve is adjustable and must always remain sealed.

Port relief valves are mounted at the ports of the individual control valves to limit the pressure in the individual
circuits. Normally the port relief valves will be pre-set and not adjustable.

The inner, outer, and extension cylinders are mounted with load holding valves with the following functions:

1. Protection of cylinders against excessive pressure.

2. Checking of the lowering speed of the boom.

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

4. To lock the boom and maintain the load in position in case of hose or pipe rupture.

The stabilizer cylinders are equipped with a piloted check valve that locks the cylinder in case of damage to the
hydraulic system.

CAUTION
The main relief valve, the load holding valves, the dump valve and the external relief valve are sealed. If these
seals are broken or removed the warranty will automatically be invalidated. Therefore, it is in your own interest
to have the seals checked from time to time and to make sure that they are replaced by an authorized IMT
service center should they be damaged.

Any modification or alteration to the hydraulic system must be in accordance to specific agreement with IMT and
such alterations should always take place at an IMT service center.

10.2 HYDRAULIC DIAGRAMS

Hydraulic diagrams are a great help when troubleshooting and repairing the hydraulic system.

The following page contains the hydraulic diagram for the loader in standard application, as well as for options, if
any.

There may be changes in design of the hydraulic system when applied to special and/or customized loaders. In
these cases refer to the supplementary documentation.
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STANDARD HYDRAULIC DIAGRAM

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11. BLEEDING OF AIR

If air has entered the hydraulic system, the loader is bled as follows:

1. Raise and lower each stabilizer leg twice.

2. Extend and retract the inner boom cylinder twice.

3. Extend and retract the outer cylinder twice with the inner boom pointing downward, and twice with the
inner boom pointed upward.

4. Extend and retract the extension cylinder twice with the outer boom pointed almost vertically
upward, and twice with the outer boom pointed almost vertically downward.

12. REPAIR
If defects, damage or leaks are found, repair them immediately. Always have your repairs performed by an
authorized IMT service center. Repairs to the hydraulic system must be made only at an authorized service center.

When ordering parts for your loader, please state:

• Loader model
• Loader serial number (found on serial number placard on loader)

13. SERVICE

13.1 FIRST SERVICE OVERHAUL

We recommend that the first service overhaul takes place at an authorized IMT service center after the first 20
hours of service or after one month of loader use at the latest. This service check is rather important since the
loader will be properly run in after 20 hours of use.

The first service overhaul should include the following:

1. Change of return filter element and high pressure filter cartridge, if any.

2. The oil level in tank and rotation system. Oil must be visible between maximum and minimum lubrication on the
oil level rod, when the loader is in the folded position. The oil level in the slewing system should also be visible in
the inspection tube.

3. Overall lubrication according to the lubrication chart in this manual.

4. Leak check and tightening of fittings, if required.

5. Checking of working pressure and lead seals. The correct working pressures are stated in relevant Technical
Information sheets.

6. Test of all functions under load.

7. Checking and, if required, tightening of mounting bolts and pin connections.

8. Checking of all lock bolts and pins.

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13.2 ANNUAL SERVICE OVERHAUL

Once a year the loader should be given a main service overhaul at an authorized IMT service center. The loader
should be thoroughly checked and special attention should be paid to the following items:

1. Change of hydraulic oil in tank and rotation system, if any.

2. Change of return filter element and high pressure filter cartridge.

3. Cleaning or replacement of air filter.

4. Checking of working pressure and valve lead seals.

5. Idling pressure check.

6. Test of all functions under load.

7. Checking of slide blocks and bearing bushings for wear and, if required, replacement of the same.

8. Check of hydraulic hoses.

9. Leak check and tightening of all connections.

10. Check of pump and transmission.

11. Check of loader base to chassis mounting hardware.

12. Checking of all bolt connections and tightening, if required.

13. Overall checking of loader structure for damage. Any damage found should be repaired immediately.

14. Checking of all bolts and lock plates.

13.3 RECOMMENDED HYDRAULIC OIL TYPES

Oil Brand Oil Type Low Temp Oil Type
BP Bartran HV 32 Bartran HV 22
Castrol Hyspin AWS 32 Hyspin AWH 32
ESSO Nuto H 32 Univis N 22
Kuwait petroleum Q8 Harmony 32 AW Hydraulic L 32
Mobil DTE 13 DTE 11
Shell Tellus S 32 Tellus T 32
Statoil Hydra Way HM 32 Hydra Way HV 22
Texaco Rando HD 32 Rando HDZ 32

13.4 RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS

Grease Brand Grease for Bearings
BP Energrease L52
Castrol LM Grease
ESSO MP Grease I Beacon EP 2
Mobil Mobilux EP 2 or Mobilgrease HP
Shell Retinox MS
Statoil Uni Way EP 2
Texaco Multifak All Purpose EP 2

Grease containing molybdenum disulphide must not be used.

Grease Brand Grease for Telescopic Extensions

Statoil Grease Way CaH 92
Castrol ALV
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IOWA MOLD TOOLING CO., INC.

BOX 189, GARNER, IA 50438-0189
TEL: 641-923-3711
TECHNICAL SUPPORT FAX: 641-923-2424