Group SA, Safe Maintenance
SM 765, Nov ’06 Lifting, Jacking, and Blocking • SA-2-5
5. Put blocks under the side frame, at each side of the
jack. Spread the blocks close to the steer and drive
wheels for maximum stability.
6. If using one jack, lower the truck onto the blocks and
move the jack to the opposite side. Repeat the lifting
procedure.
7. Put the same size blocks under each side of the truck
so it will be leveled.
CAUTION
!
Before performing any maintenance work,
check the truck for stable condition on the
blocking.
8. When maintenance work is completed, lower the
entire truck to the floor by reversing this procedure.
Lower the truck one side at a time, while carefully
removing the blocks. Be sure no tools or equipment
are under the truck or wheels.
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Depending on jack height, shims under the
tires may be needed for clearance to allow
removal of jack.
Shipping Tie-Down Instructions
1. Front of Truck
a. With Upright and Carriage Installed
• Lower the carriage fully.
• Put a tie-down (e.g., chain) between the car-
riage fork bars.
b. Without Upright and Carriage Installed
• Put a chain across the truck floor plate. Protect
truck from chain damage by using covered
chain or protective material under the chain at
contact points.
2. Rear of Truck
• Attach the tie-down to the toe-pin in bottom of
counterweight.
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