Manitou 105 VJR 2, Operator'S Manual

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TABILITY TEST ON THE PLATFORM
This stability test is to be performed by qualified personnel who will use the
necessary protections (fixing the machine to the floor by its safety anchorage)
to ensure the safety of this operation.
THE TEST CONDITIONS (FIG. F1/1)
- Place the platform on level ground.
- Fully extend telescopic mast.
- Lift jib 95°.
- Rotate turret 90°.
- Wheels should be turned toward the load side.
- Carry out the list in a wind sheltered area.
THE TEST
- Remove the bottom plate, and attach a load (540 kg for the 105 VJR2, or
400 kg for the 80 VJR), taking care to position the centre of gravity of the
load at the centre of the platform.
- The load must be positioned at least 10 cm off the ground during the test
(Fig. F1/1).
RESULTS
- If the platform tips with a load of less than 540 kg for the 105 VJR2, or 400
kg for the 80 VJR, then the mountings of the telescopic mast are worn.
Contact the after-sales service.
- If the platform does not tip with a load of 540 kg for the 105 VJR2, or 400 kg
for the 80 VJR, then the platform is stable.
FREQUENCY OF THE STABILITY CHECK
The stability check should be performed every time a major element is
changed, namely:
- Telescopic mast modified or changed,
- Counterweight modified or changed,
- Chassis modified or changed,
- Turret modified or changed,
- Extension arm modified or changed,
- Wheels modified or changed,
- Telescopic mast mountings or spacers modified or changed,
- Platform basket assembly modified or changed,
- At the time of the machine periodic general inspection, in accordance with
current applicable regulations.
< 10cm
F - STABILITY TEST ON THE PLATFORM