General maintenance – SkyTrak 6036 Operation Manual User Manual
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Model 6036
General Maintenance
7. If the measurement is more than 8.5" (216 mm), tighten the retract
chain locknut (Figure 97, 1) located on the bottom of the outer
boom (2).
Figure 97
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 8.5" (216 mm),
repeat steps 7 through 8.
NOTE: If, by adjusting the retract locknut, you cannot get the measurement
within the range of 8.0" (203 mm) to 8.5" (216 mm), the boom may require
extensive adjustment and/or repair. Contact your JLG Authorized Service
Center (ASC).
If the measurement is within the range of 8.0" (203 mm) to 8.5" (216 mm)
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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