SETUP AND INSTALLATION MLC165-1 OPERATOR MANUAL
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Published 08-06-19, Control # 237-09_v2
Connect Jib Butt to Boom Top
1. If not already done, lower the boom onto blocking at
ground level
NOTE Make sure the insert with the jib backstay lugs
(Figure 4-79
) is installed next to the boom top.
2. Lift the jib butt.
3. Align the holes in the jib butt with the holes in the boom
top.
4. Install the pins (Figure 4-80
).
Install Jib Inserts and Jib Top
NOTE The shortest inserts must be closest to the butt.
1. Using an assist crane, position the insert (Figure 4-81
)
so the connector holes are aligned with the adjacent jib
section.
2. Pin the jib insert to the jib butt or adjacent insert as
applicable.
• The wire rope timber guards (1) must face up.
• The heads of the pins (2) must face toward the
outside of the jib.
3. As the assembly progresses, block the inserts.
4. Connect the jib top to the last insert or to the jib butt, as
applicable. The pendant lugs on the jib top must face up.
Figure 4-79
Backstay Lug on 39.4 ft (12 m) Boom Insert
Blocking
M100927
Figure 4-81
Item Description
1 Timber Guard
2 Pin with Cotter Pin
M100876
1
2