McNeilus HD Rear Loader, Operator'S Manual

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10. Always use a stick, shovel, or long handled brush to
clear trash from the props and seal areas of tailgates
and doors.
3.8.2 Disengaging the Tailgate Prop (No Tag Axle)
After completing the maintenance procedures on the body that
require the tailgate to be propped, use the following procedure
to disengage 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 PUMP and PARK BRAKE ON.
4. Open the tailgate as needed to provide the necessary
clearance to rotate and disengage the tailgate prop from
the tailgate lift cylinder barrel.
5. Shut the engine OFF and put the key in your pocket.
6. Pull the prop lever (Figure 49, Item 1) down to remove
the prop (Figure 49, Item 2) from around the cylinder
rod.
Preventive Maintenance
CAUTION
There is a tailgate prop on each side of the
body. This propping procedure must be
performed on both sides of the body.
Damage or injury may occur if both props
are not used.
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2
Figure 49
7. Start the chassis engine.
8. Turn PUMP and PARK BRAKE ON.
9. Close and lock the tailgate.