McNeilus Zero Radius ZR 12 ft. Extended Reach, Operator'S Manual

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Zero Radius Side Loader
Preventive Maintenance
4.0 Propping the Tailgate
When performing maintenance procedures that require the
tailgate to be open, the following procedure must be followed
to open and prop the tailgate.
Be sure all non-operator personnel are at
least 20 feet (6 meters) away from all areas
of the Packer.
Serious personal injury or death may occur.
WARNING
Make sure the area above the vehicle is
clear of objects and power lines before
raising or opening the tailgate.
Serious personal injury or death may occur.
DANGER
4.1 Engaging the Tailgate Prop
1. Start the engine and raise the tailgate approximately 2.5-3
ft.
2. Shut the chassis engine off and disable the refuse
vehicle.
WARNING
Packer must be disabled by the following
steps before proceeding.
1. Place transmission in NEUTRAL.
2. Apply chassis parking brake.
3. Shut engine OFF.
4. Remove chassis ignition key and maintain
in personal possession.
5. Turn chassis BATTERY switch OFF.
Failure to disable the Packer may result in
serious personal injury or death.
3. Standing behind the tailgate, release the pin ( Figure 42,
Item 1) and swing the prop ( Figure 42 , Item 2) toward the
truck frame.