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a. To extend boom, push TELE control lever (30, Figure 5-1) (away from the operator) to OUT position and
hold until the boom extends to desired length.
b. To stop boom extension, return TELE control lever (30) to its neutral position.
5-3.15 Retracting the Boom.
WARNING
When retracting the boom, the load will lower unless the hoist cable is taken in
simultaneously.
a. To retract boom, pull TELE control lever (30, Figure 5-1) (toward the operator) to IN position and hold until
boom retracts to desired length.
b. To stop boom, return TELE control lever (30) to its neutral position.
5-3.16 Lowering Hoist Cable.
WARNING
Before lowering or raising the load, ensure the area beneath the load is clear of all
obstructions and personnel.
CAUTION
When starting or stopping the hoist, do not jerk the HOIST control lever (5, Figure 5-1).
Jerking the lever causes the load to bounce, which could result in possible damage to the
crane.
NOTE
When the load is stopped at the desired height, the automatic brake will engage and hold the
load as long as the control lever remains in neutral.
a. To lower hoist cable, push HOIST control lever (5) forward (away from the operator) to DOWN position and
hold until the hook or load is lowered to the desired height.
b. To stop hoist cable, return HOIST control lever (5) to its neutral position. This automatically sets the hoist
brake.
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