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Terex TM100 Manual
Terex TM100 Manual

Terex TM100 Manual

How to use the manual letdown on the tm series

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Service Call:
How to use the Manual Letdown on the
TM series
Tools Required:
7/8'' wrench (supplied with unit)
Jack handle (supplied with unit)
Model(s):
TM85, TM100, TM105, and TM125
Tech-Tip 57
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Released: 1/9/2019

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Summarization of Contents

Service Call: Manual Letdown Procedure
Tools Required for Manual Letdown
Lists essential tools like a 7/8" wrench and jack handle for manual letdown.
Applicable Terex Models
Specifies the TM series models this tip applies to, including TM85, TM100, TM105, TM125.
Safety Rules and Warnings
Danger - Severe Injury Risk
Highlights severe injury or death risk from disobeying safety instructions and manual procedures.
Maintenance Prerequisites
Outlines conditions required before performing maintenance, including training and obeying regulations.
Step 1: Initial Assessment
Manual Letdown Operational Limitations
States the platform will not level and gravity is used for lowering during manual letdown.
Step 2: Rotation and Safety Considerations
Safety Limit System Inoperability
Warns that safety limit systems are not operational when using the manual letdown.
Step 4: Boom Lowering Sequence
Gravity Operation and Limit Systems Status
Explains booms lower by gravity only, and limit systems are not functional.
Step 6: Lowering Booms and Safety Precautions
Boom Lowering Order and Safety
Guides lowering order (lower boom first), reiterates safety, and mentions pump jack use.
Step 7: Finalizing Procedure and Air Purge
Return to Normal Operation and Air Purge
Instructs to return valves to 'in' position and purge air from hydraulic system.
Post Letdown Cylinder Operations
Cylinder Extension and Angle Requirements
Details extending upper/lower boom cylinders and specific angle requirements for lower boom extension.