SJ 86T
December 2007 Page 63
Section 3 - Operation Chassis Tilt
3.10 Chassis Tilt
This section guides the operator with regard to
recovering from an inclined position.
IMPORTANT
When the boom is raised or extended,
the MEWP must only be operated on rm,
level surfaces.
WARNING
If the MEWP becomes tilted causing the
alarm to sound, the platform must be fully
lowered and retracted immediately. Drive
functions are not available when the tilt
alarm is active.
3.10-1 Counterweight Uphill
If the MEWP becomes tilted with the counterweight uphill
(refer to Figure 3-9) follow the steps below to return to
a lowered and retracted position.
1. Retract the boom completely.
2. Drive to a rm, level surface.
3.10-2 Counterweight Downhill
If the MEWP becomes tilted with the counterweight
downhill (refer to Figure 3-10) follow the steps below
to return to a lowered and retracted position.
1. Lower the jib to horizontal (if equipped).
2. Retract the boom completely.
3. Lower the boom completely.
4. Drive to a rm,level surface.
Figure 3-10. Counterweight Downhill
Figure 3-9. Counterweight Uphill