JLG LiftPOD FS80 (1001070451) - Manual (Page 32)

SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION
1001070451 LIFTPOD by JLG 1-877-254-3876
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Mast/Carriage Components 3.3 MACHINE OPERATION
General
When the platform reaches the bottom of its travel, the rest posi-
tion, the drive mechanism overrunning clutch creates a ratcheting,
or buzzing noise, indicating that the machine has reached the fully
lowered position.
The machine is fitted with an emergency brake which activates
when the tension in the lifting ropes goes below 40kg (88 lbs).
When the platform is lowered to the rest position, the emer-
gency brake swings into position, stopping further rotation of
the rope drum and engaging a carriage lock-down latch onto
the mast.
IN THE EVENT THAT THE CARRIAGE LATCHES TO THE MAST WHEN
FULLY LOADED OR THE ROPE CONTINUES TO FEED OUT AFTER THE
PLATFORM HAS REACHED THE REST POSITION, THE MACHINE IS NOT
WORKING PROPERLY AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL IT IS INSPECTED
AND REPAIRED BY A QUALIFIED PERSON.
NOTE: Do not attempt to lift the mast off the base unless the car-
riage has been fully lowered.
Figure 3-5. Mast/carriage component description
Mast Cap
Carriage Frame Gearbox
Carry Handle
Drum Inspection
Rope Anchor (at back)
Driveshaft
Lifting Ropes
Window
Platform Mounting
Pin Holes
Mast
(orange)
Lower Facing Shaft Stub
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