Gradall 534B-9 Operation Manual - Manual (Page 36)

The following procedure assumes that han-
dler cannot be moved under its own power.
The safest way to move a disabled handler is to use a
tow trucK of sufficient capacity to raise front wheels
clear of ground
- OR - use a ramp/flatbed vehicle of
s u f f i c i e n t c a p a c i t y.
The next safest is pushing the unit and least safe is
towing the unit.
Whichever method is used, certain preliminary steps
must be taken. Perform following procedure as
a p p r o p r i a t e f o r m e t h o d s e l e c t e d .
Secure both hub engage/disengage plates with
dimple pointing outward to disengage rear drive
hubs. This is the only preparation required if unit
w i l l b e t o w e d w i t h f r o n t w h e e l s o f f g r o u n d .
Position chocks at all wheels to prevent
movement.
NOTE: Early 534B-9 units were equipped with
SOMA front drive axles and recent units are equip-
ped with Rockwell front drive axles. Be sure to
follow proper instructions for your unit.
For SOMA Axle Only
Loosen four cap screws evenly to obtain a 1/4 inch
gap between hub and cover plate at both ends of
a x l e . T h i s r e l e a s e s p a r k i n g b r a k e s .
For Rockwell Axle Only
Loosen cap screws to remove all spring tension
f r o m c a l i p e r. T h i s r e l e a s e s p a r k i n g b r a k e .
Steps 1. thru 3. are the only preparations required if
u n i t i s t o b e c a r r i e d o n a f l a t b e d v e h i c l e .
If unit is to be pushed or towed, the drive shaft
between front axle and transmission must be
r e m o v e d t o p r e v e n t d a m a g e t o t r a n s m i s s i o n .
MOVING HANDLER IN EMERGENCY
1.
2.
HUB ENGAGED
(DIMPLE POINTING OUTWARD
HUB DISENGAGED
(DIMPLE POINTING INWARD)
HUB ENGAGED
(DIMPLE POINTING OUTWARD
SOMA
FRONT HUB
ROCKWELL
FRONT HUB
CAP SCREWS (4)
CAP SCREW
3.
3.
4.
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