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5.9.
TURN PLATFORM
5.9.1.
When assembling a turn platform, one pivot plate is installed on the side closest to the lift
tower and one welded pivot plate assembly is installed in the opposite corner.
5.9.2.
Determine which end of the platform the guard ramp will be installed on.
5.9.3.
Insert the welded pivot plate assembly into the corner pocket furthest from the lift tower
until fully engaged (FIG. 5.9). Tighten set screws in corner pocket securely.
5.9.4.
Install 5/16”
-
18 x 2” ss button head screw on pivot plate and secure with 5/16”
-18 locknut
(FIG. 5.10)
This screw must be installed to prevent the guard ramp from contacting the guard wall.
FIG. 5.9
FIG. 5.10
5.9.5.
Install the guard ramp by first inserting the outer torque tube into the hole in the welded
pivot plate assembly.
5.9.6.
Install the pivot plate over the torque tube on the opposite side. Attach to platform in the
orientation shown
using the four 1/4”
-
20 x 1/2” pivot plate attachment
bolts (FIG. 5.10).
5.9.7.
Complete steps 5.10.1 through 5.10.4 (install the pivot arm assembly) before continuing
to guard wall installation.
