Labrie ALLEY -GATOR RIGHT-HAND, Maintenance Manual

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Safety 15
Figure 2-11 Hoist safety prop
I
MPORTANT
: Always unload the unit before setting the hoist safety prop.
Tailgate Safety Pins
The tailgate pins are located on both sides of the rear of the body. The tailgate pins prevent the
tailgate from opening accidentally. The pins MUST ALWAYS BE IN LOCK POSITION WHEN
THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. PLACE THEM IN STORED POSITION WHEN
UNLOADING REFUSE. Refer to “Utilizing Tailgate Pins” on page 21.
Figure 2-12 Tailgate safety pin in stored position
Tailgate Safety Props
The tailgate safety prop is a standard safety feature on the A
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(see Figure
2-13). It is fixed to the left-hand side tailgate latch assembly. The tailgate safety prop fits into a bracket
on the body and prevents the tailgate from closing when your are working beneath/around an open
tailgate. Refer to “Positioning the Tailgate Safety Prop” on page 22.