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Rear Loader
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Preventive Maintenance
6. Turn ignition switch to the ON position. Do not start
engine. Lower the tailgate until the props (Figure 52,
Item 2) are seated against the cylinder barrel (Figure 52,
Item 3).
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2
3
Figure 52
Verify that the tailgate prop is properly seated
against the cylinder barrel.
Failure to comply may result in serious personal
injury or death.
DANGER
7. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
8. Always use a stick, shovel, or long handled brush to
clear trash from the props and seal areas of tailgates
and doors.
3.8.4 Disengaging the Tailgate Prop (With Tag Axle)
After completing the maintenance procedures on the body
that required the tailgate to be propped, use the following
procedures to remove the prop and close the tailgate.
1. Remove your company’s Lockout/Tagout per your
company’s procedure. If your company does not have
a Lockout/Tagout procedure, follow OSHA 1910.147
Lockout/Tagout and 1910.146 Confined Space as
appropriate.
2. Start the chassis engine.
3. Turn the PUMP switch ON.
4. Open the tailgate to provide the necessary clearance to
disengage the prop from the cylinder.
5. Shut off the engine and put the key in your pocket.
6. Pull the prop lever (Figure 53, Item 1) down to remove
the prop (Figure 53, Item 2) from around the cylinder
rod.