MEGA Corp. MMP4-1 - Manual (Page 16)

MMP4(T2)-OPS-1
4 Oct 2011
SECTION 3
System Operation
3-2
4. Uncouple the hitch from the tow vehicle
by lifting up the safety lever on the tow
coupling.
5. Alternately raise the MMP4s 2 forward
landing gear until the tow coupling clears
the tow vehicle ball hitch.
6. Remove the safety chains, disconnect the
MMP4 light cable and move tow vehicle
to a safe area away from the MMP4 set
up.
7. Lower rear landing gear to ground and
level MMP4, ensure the unit is stable and
secure.
8. Ensure the MMP4 is level before
deploying the booms.
9. Check safety chain locking pins to ensure
they are tight and locked in place.
Ensure safety chains are taught, lock pins
are placed to retain safety chain and the
tethered cotter pin is securely inserted into
the hole at the end of the lock pin. Failure
to ensure the booms are secured using the
safety chains and ensuring the safety chains
are positioned correctly and the pin is
completely seated may result in the boom
swinging out of position or falling causing
serious personal injury or death.
10. Locate and tie a guide rope to the discharge
boom vacuum break.
Safety Lever
Released
Tow Coupling
Safety Chain
Safety Chain Lock Pin
Vacuum Break