SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC165-1 OPERATOR MANUAL
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Published 08-06-19, Control # 237-09_v2
Assemble Boom to Boom Butt
Read the following topics before proceeding:
- Boom Ladders on page 4-85
- Boom and Jib Rigging on page 4-86
See Figure 4-37.
1. Lift the first insert (2) into position at the end of the boom
butt (1). See Handling Components on page 4-88
.
2. Align the top connector holes.
3. Remove the top connector pins (3) from the storage
brackets (4).
4. Install the top connector pins (3). The pin heads must
face the outside.
5. Secure the connector pins with safety pins.
6. Block under the insert so it is level.
7. Disconnect the lifting slings.
8. Attach the remaining boom sections. Perform all of the
steps under the topic Boom #74A Assembly on
page 4-91.
Figure 4-37
Item Description
1 Boom Butt
2 Insert
3 Top Connector Pin with Safety Pin (2)
4 Storage Bracket
WARNING
Crushing Injury Hazard!
Prevent serious crushing injury:
• Do not stand inside the boom sections while installing
the connector pins — STAND OUTSIDE BOOM.