Saddle Bracket Installation; Saddle Bracket Welding; Plate Bracket Installation - Task Force Tips Extend-A-Gun XG12 Instructions For Installation, Safe Operation And Maintenance

4.2.2 SADDLE BRACKET INSTALLATION

This kit contains two steel saddle brackets and U-bolts, and is designed for factory installation on new equipment. Both brackets
must be used. To minimize stress, the brackets should be as far apart as possible when clamped to the Extend-A-Gun tube. The
welds must be able to withstand the forces shown on the SIDE LOADS AT MOUNTING POINTS worksheet. (see section 5.0) The
Extend-A-Gun may be installed in the brackets after the truck is painted. Use Loctite supplied in the kit on U-bolt threads. Torque the
nuts used on the U-bolts to 36-40 lbf·ft.

4.2.2.1 SADDLE BRACKET WELDING

WELD 8 PLACES
TYP
Figure 4.2.2.1A

4.2.3 PLATE BRACKET INSTALLATION

This kit may be used in either new or retro-fit installations. The top
plate with its bracket may be bolted above or below an existing
deck.
The lower saddle bracket is installed as shown in the Saddle
Bracket Welding Diagram. (see section 4.3.2.1) Both brackets
must be used. To minimize stress, the brackets should be as far
apart as possible when clamped to the Extend-A-Gun tube.
Refer to the SIDE LOADS AT MOUNTING POINTS worksheet
(see section 5.0) to ensure the mounting points can withstand
these forces. Use Loctite® supplied in the kit on U-bolt threads.
Torque the nuts used on the U-bolts to 36-40 lbf·ft.
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WELD 4 PLACES
TYP
3
2
1
TORQUE NUTS
to 36-40 lbf·ft
Part Identification
TORQUE U-BOLTS
A = Center Distance
B = Height
C = Width
D = U-Bolt Size
E = Length
F = Square Pattern on Plate
G = Plate Length and Width
H = Hole Diameter
1 = Hex Nut (2 rqd)
2 = Saddle Bracket
3 = U-Bolt
4 = Deck Bolt
5 = Washer
6 = Plate Bracket
7 = Deck Nut
3
2
TORQUE NUTS
1
to 36-40 lbf·ft
Figure 4.2.2.1B
4
5
6
7
US Standard Units Metric Units
30-40 lbf·ft (49-54 N·m)
5.0" (127mm)
1.5"
3.0"
1/2-13 UNC
6.0" (152mm)
7.5" (191mm)
9.0" x 9.0" (288mm x 288mm)
4-5/8"
VT50-13NT
XG486
XG476
1/2-13 Hex Bolt
1/2" I.D.
XG485
1/2-13 Hex Nut
Table 4.2.3
8
C
B
E
A
1/4" MAXIMUM
THICKNESS
Figure 4.2.2.1C
G
F
H
Figure 4.2.3
(38mm)
(76mm)
(117mm)
LIX-512 August 17, 2020 Rev09
D
TORQUE NUTS
to 36-40 lbf·ft
DECK
BOTTOM
VIEW