General maintenance – SkyTrak 8042 Operation Manual User Manual
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Model 8042
Rev. 11/03
General Maintenance
7. If the measurement is more than 11" (279 mm), tighten the retract
chain locknut (1) located on the bottom of the outer boom (2).
8. Start the vehicle and cycle the boom in and out several times. Then
with the boom horizontal, retract the boom completely. Turn the
vehicle OFF.
9. Recheck the measurement at the rear of the boom between the top
rear edge of the intermediate boom and the top rear edge of the
inner boom. If the measurement is still more than 11" (279 mm),
repeat steps 7 through 8.
NOTE: If, by adjusting the retract locknut, you cannot get the measurement
within the range of 8.5" (216 mm) to 11" (279 mm), the boom may require
extensive adjustment and/or repair. Contact your local Sky Trak Distributor.
If the measurement is within the range listed above measure the top boom
extend chain sag again.
10. Start the vehicle and cycle the boom in and out several times. With
the boom horizontal, fully extend the boom and then retract it 2"
(51 mm) (one inch per section). Turn the vehicle OFF.
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