Loader Arm Safety Strut Installation; Loader Arm Safety Strut Removing - jcb 214e Service Manual

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Installing
Install the loader arm safety strut as detailed below before
working underneath raised loader arms.
! WARNING
Raised loader arms can drop suddenly and cause
serious injury. Before working under raised loader arms,
fit the loader arm safety strut.
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1 Empty the Shovel and Raise the Loader Arms fully.
2 Stop the Engine
Remove the starter key.
! WARNING
You could be killed or injured if the loader control is
accidentally operated. Make sure no-one comes near
the machine while you release the safety strut.
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3 Release the Strut
a Release fastener A.
b Remove strut C from its stowage bracket.
4 Install the Strut
a Push strut C over the ram piston rod.
b Secure the strut in position with strap B.
5 Lower the Strut Onto the Cylinder
To prevent any chance of the loader arms creeping
down and trapping your fingers, the loader arms should
be carefully lowered onto the safety strut as shown.
Start the engine and slowly lower the loader arms onto
the safety strut, stop the movement immediately the
weight of the loader arms is supported by the safety
strut.
Note: When lowering the loader, operate the control lever
carefully. 'Feather' the lever to lower the loader very slowly.
Removing
1 Fully Raise the Loader Arms
To take the weight off the safety strut.
2 Stop the Engine
Remove the starter key.
! WARNING
You could be killed or injured if the loader control is
accidentally operated. Make sure no one comes near the
machine while you remove the safety strut.
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3 Remove the Strut
a Undo the strap B.
b Remove the strut C from the ram piston rod.
4 Stow the Strut
Secure the strut in its stowage position with fastener A.
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