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Machine instability could result if the following conditions are not observed: The proper load chart is used. The capacities that are shown on the load charts are not exceeded. The boom is fully retracted and lowered to the travel position before raising the stabilizers. The areas adjacent to the stabilizers are clear and will provide uniform support for weight of the machine and intended load. The machine is not leveled using the frame level control when the stabilizers are lowered. The stabilizers are not used except as described in the following instructions. Incorrect use of stabilizers could result in injury or death. |
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Do not operate the stabilizers when personnel are nearby. Ensure that personnel stand clear when the stabilizers are being raised or lowered. Ensure that both stabilizers are fully raised before moving the machine. Operating the stabilizers when personnel are nearby could result in personal injury or death. |
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When the stabilizers are lowered, the machine is capable of operating with heavier loads when the boom is at certain combinations of angle and length.
When the stabilizers are lowered, the forward stability of the machine is increased when the boom is at all combinations of angle and length. Never rely on the stability of the machine as a guide to the maximum capacity. Always refer to the proper load chart. Never exceed the capacities that are shown on the load charts.
Use the following procedure for lowering the Stabilizers:
- Run the engine at a speed that is sufficient to supply enough hydraulic power.
- Level the machine by operating the frame leveling control and the level indicator. Never use the frame leveling control after you lower the stabilizers.
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| Illustration 1 | g00596386 |
- Push the bottom of switch (1) and hold the switch in order to lower the right stabilizer. Observe the area around the right stabilizer in order to ensure that no personnel or obstructions are nearby.
Note: The switches for lowering both of the stabilizers may be operated simultaneously.
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| Illustration 2 | g00596390 |
- Continue to hold the switch and release the switch when the stabilizer has reached the desired position.
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| Illustration 3 | g00596393 |
- Push the bottom of switch (2) and hold the switch in order to lower the left stabilizer. Observe the area around the left stabilizer in order to ensure that no personnel or obstructions are nearby.
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| Illustration 4 | g00596711 |
- Continue to hold the switch and release the switch when the stabilizer has reached the desired position.
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| Illustration 5 | g00596724 |
- Adjust the position of the stabilizers in order to level the machine. The machine frame is level when the bubble is in the middle of the level indicator sight glass window. The front tires must remain slightly raised above the ground.
Do not attempt to level the machine by operating the frame leveling control when the stabilizers are lowered.
Before you raise the stabilizers, fully retract the boom. Then, lower the boom to the travel position. Ensure that both stabilizers are fully raised before you move the machine.
Note: The switches for raising both of the stabilizers may be operated simultaneously.
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| Illustration 6 | g00596732 |