Summit 3522a Yard Vacuum User Manual


 
8 — EQUIPMENT OPTIONS
HORIZONTAL JIB ROTATOR
The optional jib rotator allows the jib boom and work
platform to be rotated clockwise or counterclockwise
around a vertical axis. Boom lifts equipped with jib
rotator option will have additional controls on the
ground and platform control panels (Figure 8-3).
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Figure 8-3. Ground Controls with Jib Rotator
Pressing and holding the desired
SPEED button and
Jib Rotate
CLOCKWISE or Jib Rotate COUNTERCLOCK-
WISE button (Figure 8-4) at the same time enables
the boom to rotate in the direction selected. Motion
continues until buttons are released or until the jib
boom reaches a hard stop or a safe travel limit.
Figure 8-4. Jib Rotate Buttons (Detail)
PLATFORM ROTATOR
The optional platform rotator allows the operator to
rotate the elevated work platform 90º around a
vertical axis by actuating a rotator handle found
below the platform control panel.
To operate manual platform rotator, turn the rotator
handle in the direction of desired rotation (clockwise
or counterclockwise). Motion continues in the
desired direction until rotator handle is released or
the platform reaches a safe travel limit.
WARNING
Installation of a manual platform rotator may
reduce the rated load limit of the work platform.
Follow all manufacturer’s recommendations and
safety precautions when operating a boom lift
equipped for platform rotation.
Figure 8-5. Manual Platform Rotator