Snorkel MHP34J(Bi-Energy Option) - Manual (Page 53)

10. Stowing and Transporting
■ Stowing
At the end of each work day (or in preparation for
lifting or storage) a qualified operator should put the
MHP12/34J into its stowed position then lock by
placing the two boom lock pins in position.
❑ The correct stowed position is shown
here.
Figure 10.1 - Stowed Position
To bring the MHP12/34J into the STOWED
POSITION use the controls on the ground control
box or platform control box to:
1. Fully lower all booms.
2. Align the lower boom travel lock with the
boom rest mounted to the drawbar.
3. Place both boom restraints and keepers in
place.
Figure 10.2 - Upper Boom Lock Pin
Figure 10.3 - Lower Boom Lock Pin
If using the upper controls go now to the
ground controls and:
4. Switch the Ground / Platform selector to
ground.
5. Set the Booms / Stabilizer selector to
stabilizer.
6. Using the stabilizer controls raise the
stabilizers (rear first to avoid damage to the
jockey wheel)
7. Set the Master Key switch on the ground
control box to off and remove the key.
■ Transporting
❑ Trailering
When moving the MHP12/34J on a transport trailer
the following points must be adhered to.
1. The unit must be in the stowed position.
2. Care must be taken when loading the unit
onto the trailer that it does not run away.
Chock the wheels and apply the
handbrake.
3. The MHP12/34J can be loaded by forklift.
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DANGER
❑ Upper boom lock pin
❑ Lower boom lock pin