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Stowing
At the end of each work day (or in preparation for
lifting or storage) a qualified operator should put the
MHP15J into its stowed position then lock by plac-
ing the two boom lock pins in position.
The correct stowed position is shown
here.
Figure 10.1 - Stowed Position
To bring the MHP15J into the STOWED POSITION
use the controls on the ground control box or plat-
form control box to:
1. Fully lower all booms.
2. Align the lower boom travel lock with the
boom rest mounted to the drawbar.
3. Place both boom restraints and keepers in
place.
Upper boom latch
Figure 10.2 - Upper Boom Latch
MHP15J – 11995A
Chapter 10. Stowing and Transporting
Lower boom lock pin
Figure 10.3 - Lower Boom Lock Pin
If using the upper controls go now to the
ground controls and:
4. Switch the Ground / Platform selector to
ground.
5. Set the Booms / Stabiliser selector to
stabiliser.
6. Using the stabiliser controls raise the
stabilisers (rear first to avoid damage to the
jockey wheel)
7. Set the Master Key switch on the ground
control box to off and remove the key.
Transporting
Trailering
When moving the MHP15J on a transport trailer the
following points must be adhered to.
DANGER
1. The unit must be in the stowed position.
2. BOTH boom restraints MUST be in place.
3. Care must be taken when loading the unit
onto the trailer that it does not run away.
Chock the wheels and apply the
handbrake.
4. The MHP15J can be loaded by forklift.
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