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Published 10-21-2011, Control # 055-03
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5540F/YB5515 OPERATOR’S MANUAL
OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
3
Steering Selection Switch - Standard
See Figure 3-5 for the following procedure.
This switch is used to select one of three steering modes in
which the crane can be steered. The wheels must be aligned
in a straight forward direction before switching into another
steering mode. See
Steering the Crane
for more information.
Four-Wheel Steer
Two-Wheel Steer
Crab Steer (Optional)
Return to Center Steering Selection Switch - Optional
See Figure 3-6 for the following procedure.
This switch is used to select one of three steering modes in
which the crane can be steered see
Standard Steering
.
Steering will automatically switch from one steering mode to
the other when the switch is actuated to a different mode.
See
Return to Center Steering Selector Switch-Optional
for
more information.
Ignition Switch
See Figure 3-5 for the following procedure.
The key included with this machine is necessary for
operation of the ignition switch.
Turn the key clockwise to the first position (
Run
) to energize
the electrical system.
Turn the key fully clockwise (
Start
) to engage the engine
starting motor to crank the engine when the travel select
lever is in the (N) Neutral position. The switch is spring
loaded to return from the Start position to the Run position
and must be held in place for normal starting.
Optional Axle Lockout Switch
See Figure 3-5 for the following procedure.
This switch engages and disengages the optional rear axle
lockouts. The axle lockouts must be engaged when lifting on
rubber and when traveling in crab steer. When traveling on
rough terrain the axle lockouts must be disengaged.
The up position
ENGAGES
the axle lockouts and turns
off the warning light.
The down position
DISENGAGES
the axle lockouts.
When the axle lockouts are disengaged a red warning
light will illuminate (See Figure 3-20).
Cold Start Switch (Diesel Engine - Optional)
The cold start switch (Figure 3-7) is used to actuate a cold
start ether cylinder to aid the starting of the diesel engine in
cold weather. See to “Applying Starting Fluid” later in this
chapter.
Turn Signal Switch
See Figure 3-8 for the following procedure.
The turn signal lever switch is used to illuminate the right and
left turn signal lamps. Moving the switch lever up, illuminates
the left turn signals and the green, left indicator light on the
switch casing. Moving the switch lever down, illuminates the
right turn signals and the green, right indicator light on the
switch casing.
To simultaneously place all four turn signals in the flashing
(emergency) mode. Pull the emergency switch out. In the out
position, it will be locked in place and all turn signals will flash
on and off, as well as the red emergency flasher light on the
turn signal control will flash on and off. To release the
emergency flasher switch, move the turn signal lever either
up or down (left or right signal lights).
Optional Return to Center Steering
Selector Switch
FIGURE 3-6
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Cold Start Switch
FIGURE 3-7
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