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4.18 SKYGUARD
Operation
SkyGuard provides enhanced control panel protection.
When the SkyGuard sensor is activated, functions in use at
the time of actuation will reverse or cutout. The SkyGuard
Function Table provides more details on these functions.
Consult the following illustrations to determine which type
of SkyGuard the machine is equipped with. Regardless of
the type, SkyGuard function according to the SkyGuard
Function Table does not change.
SkyGuard
SkyGuard SkyLine™
SkyGuard SkyEye™
THE MACHINE OPERATOR IS REQUIRED TO PERFORM A DAILY FUNCTION TEST
TO ENSURE PROPER OPERATION OF THE SKYGUARD SYSTEM.
Function Test
SKYGUARD ONLY
Perform this function test if
SkyGuard
only
is selected in
machine setup (refer to Table 6-4).
From the Platform Control Console in an area free from obstruc-
tions:
1.
Operate the telescope out function, then activate Sky-
Guard sensor.
2.
Once sensor has been activated, ensure telescope out
function stops then telescope in function operates for a
short duration. Additionally, verify Soft Touch/SkyGuard
indicator light flashes and horn sounds. If machine is
equipped with SkyGuard beacon, ensure it flashes when
sensor activates.
3.
With SkyGuard sensor still engaged, press and hold yel-
low Soft Touch/SkyGuard override button. Operate a
function to verify operation can be resumed.
4.
Disengage SkyGuard sensor, release controls, and recy-
cle footswitch. Ensure normal operation available.
In Ground Mode:
1.
Operation is allowed regardless of SkyGuard activation.
BOTH SKYGUARD AND SOFT TOUCH
Perform this procedure if both SkyGuard and Soft Touch are
selected in machine setup (refer to Table 6-4).
From the Platform Control Console in an area free from
obstructions:
NOTE:
Machine will treat Soft Touch/SkyGuard override switch as
if it is a Soft Touch and SkyGuard switch.
1.
Operate the telescope out function, then activate Sky-
Guard sensor.
2.
Once sensor has been activated, ensure telescope out
function stops. Additionally, verify Soft Touch/SkyGuard
indicator light flashes and horn sounds. If machine is
equipped with SkyGuard beacon, ensure it flashes when
sensor activates.
3.
With SkyGuard sensor still engaged, press and hold yel-
low Soft Touch/SkyGuard override button. Operate a
function to verify operation can be resumed.
4.
Disengage SkyGuard sensor, release controls, and recy-
cle footswitch. Ensure sure normal operation is available.
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