OPERATION
4-4 / Mid-Mount Ascendant Aerial Tower
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4-3. Stabilizing the Apparatus
4-3.1 Aerial Set-Up Preparation
1. Using a spotter, position the apparatus in the selected location
2. Place the transmission to NEUTRAL.
3. Apply the PARKING BRAKE.
4. Provide electrical power to the aerial system by moving the AERIAL MASTER switch to the ON position
5. Provide hydraulic power to the aerial system by moving the AERIAL PTO switch to the ON position.
6. Ensure that the AERIAL PTO switch indicator light is illuminated indicating that the PTO has engaged.
7. Exit the cab.
8. Chock the apparatus wheels properly for the apparatus position as follows:
Place chocks in back of the front wheels if facing uphill
Place chocks in front of the rear wheels if facing downhill.
Always place the wheel chocks where they will give the most resistance to truck movement.
Read and follow the Safe Aerial Set-up and Operating within Safe Level Limits instructions found in the
Safety section of this manual.
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