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2-11. OPERATING PROCEDURES-Continued.
NOTE
The vehicle can move with a load of up to 6 tons (5.4 metric tons) hanging from
boom. Moving loads of 6 to 20 tons (5.4 to 18.1 metric tons) requires lockout
blocks. See paragraph 2-11g for instructions on lockout block installation.
(c)
Live boom operation is used to move boom 1 to 4 ft (0.3 to 1.2 m) back from the full forward position.
This is for spotting (placing) loads during recovery or maintenance operations. Refer to illustration
below for live boom operation.
CAUTION
·
Only use BOOM operating lever when retracting boom during live operation, do
not use BOOM SAFETY lever.
·
Maximum lift or live boom operation not to exceed 50,000 lb (22,680 kg).
(d)
Use APU to lower boom when powerplant is removed. Place 2 in. x 4 in. (51 mm x 102 mm) wood
blocks on air cleaner outlet cover to support boom when engine deck is removed.
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