Transportation; General Transportation - Will Burt 7-30 HDL Operating Instructions Manual

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Transportation

Before transporting the mast system, the mast system needs to be secured. The exact
procedures for transportation will vary based on the mast system configuration. The process
described in this manual represents a possible method of transporting the mast. Depending on
the environment and equipment available, other methods may work better. Use the best and
safest method for your circumstances.
7.1

General Transportation

To prepare the mast system for transportation:
1. Ensure the mast is fully nested (Section 6.3.1). Do not transport the mast system with the
mast and payload extended. Always visually confirm the mast is fully retracted before moving
the mast.
2. Disconnect the air supply and open the drain cock while the mast is not in use to eliminate
the possibility of inadvertent mast extension.
3. If desired, remove and secure the payload. The payload should be removed, and the mast
top cover fitted over the mast and secured in place.
Note: If transporting the mast in the horizontal position, the mast sections must be secured to
prevent them from accidentally extending as the mast sections are unlocked when nested.
The Will-Burt Company recommends the use of a hold down platform with two hold down
leashes (Section 6.3.2.2) as follows:
a. Install the hold down platform on top of the mast.
b. Secure a hold down leash to the hold down platform at a lug.
c. Secure a hold down leash to the base tube collar at the lug in-line with the lug on the hold
down platform.
d. Secure the second hold down leash to the hold down platform at the lug opposite the first
hold down leash.
e. Secure the second hold down leash to the base tube collar in-line with the lug on the hold
down platform.
Note: Masts with 6.75-inch base tubes only have and require one hold down leash.
4. If necessary, secure any additional components in the system. Note that it is the responsibility
of the customer to properly secure the payload for transportation.
Note: The operator should always visually confirm the mast is entirely retracted before moving
the vehicle.
TP-5580101-A
FEBRUARY 2022
PNEUMATIC MAST WITH REMOTE LOCKING SYSTEM
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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