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S
ECTION
4
4
P
S
/T
CAUTION
!
ALWAYS check for overhead power lines or u lity
lines in the immediate area to avoid contact with the
light post and actuated mast arm. Move the machine
to another loca on if necessary;
ALWAYS raise the light post
fi
rst, before extending
out the horizontal mast arm. Failure to do so may
place undue stress on the li systems mechanics.
Use Tra
ffi
c Control Persons to control tra
ffi
c
fl
ow when
deploying and raising the light posts.
4.1
S
1. Put the PTL 2.4x in position on the side of the
road.
2. Level and stabilize each unit with the four
stabilizing jacks.
a. Remove cotter pin from locking pin.
b. While holding the base of the screw jack,
remove locking pin.
c. Place base of screw jack on the ground.
d. Line up the nearest holes on the screw jack
and put the locking pin through.
e. Secure locking pin with cotter pin.
f. Turn crank until screw jack is
fi
rmly on the
ground.
g. Repeat for each screw jack.
h. Once completed, do a walk around and
check to make sure none have lifted off the
ground, and that the trailer is level.
3. Disconnect PTL 2.4x tongue from the hitch of
the towing vehicle.
4. Remove the wheels for added security using a
standard tire iron (optional).
5. Remove the tongue from the front of the unit
for added security (optional).
Note: The tongue weighs about 90 lbs, so 2 people
may be needed.
a. Unplug the running light cable from trailer.
b. Remove locking pins from the tongue.
c. Firmly pull tongue forward until it is removed
from the trailer.
d. Place tongue in safe location to prevent
damage.
CAUTION
!
CAUTION
!