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Auxiliary Equipment Operation
POWER TOWER-TYPICAL
As part of the innovative design the power tower hinges
forward for tight overhead clearances such as bridges and
restricted storage situations.
The power tower features an aluminum framework and
a multi-layered fi nishing process along with the ability to
anchor
major electronic equipment such as radar domes and
various antennnae.
ACTUATOR
HYDRAULIC
RAM
TYPICAL POWER TOWER IN FWD. POSITION
TYPICAL POWER TOWER- SUNSHADES IN
CRUISE POSITION
The power tower can be hinged forward for clearance
purposes. Use the switch marked “arch” found on the stbd.
switch panel to energize the power tower. It connects to a
lift actuator motor and a set of hydraulic rams that raise
or lower the power tower through the switch.
If towing vessel as part of a wide-load permit make
sure arch is completely up. DO NOT TRAVEL OVER
THE ROAD WITH THE ARCH IN THE FORWARD
POSITION.
Make sure the opeartor and all aboard read and understand the
above warning.
Before energizing the arch switch explain to all passengers that they
maintain a safe distance from the tower hinge mechanisms located at
the base of the power tower on the deck. As the operator energizes
the switch to hinge the tower forward visually monitor the
port and starboard deck to ensure all passengers are clear
of the hinge mechanism. This same procedure applies for
lowering the mechanism to the cruise position.
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