THP10 Series II and THP24S Series II Access Platform for Series B Telehandlers Caterpillar

Before you lower any equipment with loss of hydraulic power, clear the area around the equipment of all personnel. The procedure to lower the equipment will vary with the type of equipment that is being lowered. Most systems use high pressure air or fluid to control the equipment. The procedure may release the pressure in a high pressure system in order to lower the equipment. Wear appropriate protective equipment. Follow the established procedure for lowering equipment without hydraulic power in the Operation Section of the host machine's Operation and Maintenance Manual.

If the Telehandler has an Emergency Lowering Kit the jumper harness must be fit to the Emergency Lowering system. If the Telehandler has an Emergency Lowering Kit the jumper harness must be fit to the battery. When you toggle left the boom will retract. When you toggle right the boom will lower. For more information, read the film on the cover.

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When using this system ensure the operator is aware of obstacles and possible movements that could cause injury or death. The Emergency Lowering operation is a one time, one way event. Care must be taken before operation. The emergency system connot be used to extend or raise the boom.