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User Responsibilities, Machine Preparation, and Inspection
2.8
SKYGUARD® FUNCTION TEST
Note: Refer to
Section — SkyGuard Operation
operation.
From the Platform Console in an area free from obstructions:
1. Operate the telescope out function.
2. Activate the SkyGuard sensor:
a. SkyGuard — Apply approximately 50 lb (222 Nm) of force to yellow bar.
b. SkyGuard SkyLine® — Press rod to break connection between the rod and
the right bracket.
c. SkyGuard SkyEye® — Put arm or hand in path of sensor beam.
3. Once the sensor has been activated, verify the following conditions:
a. Telescope out function stops and telescope in function operates for a short
duration.
b. The horn sounds.
c. If equipped with SkyGuard beacon, the beacon illuminates.
Note: If SkyGuard is enabled with the Soft Touch system, functions will cut out in-
stead of reversing.
4. Disengage the SkyGuard sensor, release controls, then recycle the foot switch.
Ensure normal operation is available.
Note: On machines equipped with SkyLine, reattach the rod to the right bracket.
If SkyGuard remains activated after function reversal or cutout, press and hold the
SkyGuard Override Switch to allow normal use of machine functions until the sensor is
disengaged.
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