Warning – SkyTrak 3606 Operation Manual User Manual

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Emergency Operations

3606 Rev 11/99

This section discusses emergency boom lowering procedures:

Part I In case of loss of engine power or hydraulic pump failure.

Part II In case of hydraulic line failure.

Part I

Loss of Engine Power or Hydraulic Pump Failure

IMPORTANT! In the event of total loss of engine power or hydraulic pump
failure with an elevated load, the situation must be properly evaluated and
dealt with on an individual basis. Contact your local Sky Trak Distributor or
the Sky Trak Service Department at (262) 268-8959 for specific instructions
for your particular situation.

In any event, the vehicle should be secured until the situation has been
properly evaluated. Secure the vehicle by following the procedures below:

1. Clear the area around the vehicle of all personnel.

2. Block all four wheels.

3. Section off a large area under the boom with string or tape to

restrict any personnel from entering this potentially dangerous area.

4. Temporarily block up or support the outer boom so it cannot be low-

ered.

5. If the load is in a position where it can be removed safely, com-

pletely remove the load from the carriage and/or attachment, other-
wise leave the load in place.

6. Place an accident prevention tag on both the ignition switch and

steering wheel. See page 81-82 for accident prevention tags. If you
do not have a safety tag, tape over the ignition switch.

Emergency Boom Lowering

WARNING

DO NOT get under a raised boom unless the boom is blocked up.
Always block the boom before doing any servicing that requires the
boom to be up.