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Template Date: 1997_02_12
RS5-34 Telescopic Handler
LEAF CHAIN ADJUSTMENT
GENERAL INFORMATION
It is necessary to retorque the front double chain
assembly after fifty (50) hours of operation. Failure to
do so may allow the single chain to become slack,
which can result in the chain jumping off the sheave.
If this occurs, it could result in severe damage to the
intermediate boom section.
LEAF CHAIN ADJUSTMENT
STEP 1
With the engine running, lower the boom and level it
according to the boom angle indicator, which should
then read 0°.
STEP 2
Extend the boom to its maximum reach.
STEP 3
Retract the boom 6 inches (152 mm) to ensure that
tension is being applied to the single chain.
MANDATORY SAFETY SHUTDOWN
PROCEDURE
BEFORE cleaning, adjusting, lubricating, or
servicing this unit:
1. Stop machine on a level surface. (AVOID parking
on a slope, but if necessary, park across the
slope and block the tires.)
2. Fully retract the boom and lower the attachment
tool to the groun d. Id le en gi ne for gra dua l
cooling.
3. Place controls in neutral and apply parking
brake.
4. Shut off the engine and remove the key.
ONLY when you have taken these precautions
can you be sure it is safe to proceed. Failure to
follow the above procedure could lead to death or
serious personal injury.
STEP 4
G1657MP
Loosen and remove the outer nut, from the chain
clevis (both sides).
STEP 5
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Torque each chain to 25 ft.-lbs. (34 Nm) using the
inner nut.
STEP 6
Reinstall the outer nut and tighten against the inner
nut. If ei ther of the cha in s have twi sted wh il e
torquing, use a wrench on the inner nut only to turn
the nut and chain to its proper position.
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