MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
4. Remove the nut and bolt that secures the link (A) to the
frame. Swing link (A) out of the way.
5. Pull the front (cab-forward) e nd of platform away from
frame while movin g it toward s the walking bea m. Aft
corner (B) of platform should project slightly into e n gin e
bay when optimum opening is reached.
Figure 5.26: Platforms
5.5.4 Closing Platform (Major Service Position)
CAUTION
Do NOT stand on the platform in the unlocked position. It is unstable and may result in a fall.
1. Swing link (A) all the way forward.
2. Push the front (cab-forward) end of platform towards
the frame while m oving the platform forward
(cab-forward).
3. Position link (A) on bracket and install bolt and nut.
Tighten enough so that link can still swivel on bracket.
Figure 5.27: Platforms
4. Move platform (B) forward (cab-forward) until it stops
and latch (A) engages.
5. Close the hood. Refer to 5.4.2 Closing Hood (Lower
Position), page 203.
Figure 5.28: Platform Latch
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