Welding andFitting Tasks 6
Additional recommendations for each sensor are outlined below:
For this sensor ... Position the mounting bracket ... So the connector faces ...
Boom on top of the boom down
VA boom (optional) on the left side of the boom towards the cab
Stick on the left side of the stick towards the cab
Laser catcher (optional) on the left side of the stick, approximately one-third of the way down from
the upper stick pin. Make sure that the laser is not obstructed by the
hydraulic lines.
6.8.1 Stick angle sensor bracket
Select a location for the stick angle sensor bracket
Position the weld plate on the left side the stick so that it is approximately 1/3 the
way down the stick and greater than 76mm (3 inches) from the closest weld. The
long edge of the plate should be parallel and approximately 15 cm (6 inches) away
from the side of the stick facing the operator (1). The plate should lay flat on the
side of the stick and not span a welded seem.
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