TM 1-1680-320-13&P
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BOOMHEAD ASSEMBLY
The boomhead assembly consists of a boom assembly, sheave assembly, dual up-limit switches, cable roller and
guide, brake and clutch assemblies, flexible driveshaft, cable cutter, and an electrical harness assembly.
The boomhead is designed to swivel 60 degrees to either side of center. The cable roller assembly and cable
guide ensure smooth extension/rewind of the hoist cable. The cable cutter assembly enables shearing of the
cable in emergency situations. Electrical harness assembly provides electrical power to the cable cutter. The
flexible driveshaft and clutch and brake assemblies provide a minimum tension on cable at all times.