SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION
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3.
With the platform in the stowed position:
a.
Drive the machine on a grade, not to exceed the rated
gradeability, and stop to ensure the brakes hold.
b.
Check that the tilt indicator is illuminated to ensure
proper operation.
c.
Ensure all boom lift and telescope functions are dis-
abled when the boom is beyond the transport position
(Tower Boom Angle
≤
8° [with respect to gravity], Main
Boom Angle [with tower in transport position]
≤
3°, or
Main Boom length
≤
4in. [100 mm]).
4.
Swing the boom over either of the rear tires and ensure that
the Drive Orientation indicator illuminates and that the
Drive Orientation Override switch must be used for the drive
function to operate.
SkyGuard Function Test
NOTE:
Refer to Section 4.13 for additional information on SkyGuard
operation.
From the Platform Console in an area free from obstructions:
1.
Operate the telescope out function.
2.
Activate the SkyGuard sensor:
a. SkyGuard -
Apply approximately 50 lb (222 Nm) of
force to yellow bar.
b. SkyGuard - SkyLine -
Press cable to break magnetic
connection between the cable and right bracket.
c. SkyGuard - SkyEye -
Put arm or hand in path of sensor
beam.
3.
Once the sensor has been activated, verify the following
conditions:
a.
Telescope out function stops and telescope in function
operates for a short duration.
b.
The horn sounds.
c.
If equipped with a SkyGuard beacon, the beacon illumi-
nates.
4.
Disengage the SkyGuard sensor, release controls, then recy-
cle the footswitch. Ensure normal operation is available.
NOTE:
On machines equipped with SkyLine, reattach magnetic end of
the cable to the bracket.
If SkyGuard remains activated after function reversal or cutout,
depress and hold the SkyGuard Override Switch to allow normal
use of machine functions until the sensor is disengaged.
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