MCL - Operation - Attaching/Disconnecting the Jib Cable

MCL - Operation - Attaching/Disconnecting the Jib Cable

Notes
While transferring the attachment cable from the blanking connector to the jib connector the system will be in overload. 
Attaching the Jib Cable 
Once the jib has been attached to the boom head.
Release the attachment cable from the blanking connector and insert into the jib connector.

Attaching the Jib Cable  on a Manitou


Attaching the Jib Cable  on a JCB

Notes
While transferring the attachment cable from the blanking connector to the jib connector the system will be in overload.

Disconnecting the Jib Cable
Before releasing the jib from the boom head.
Release the attachment cable from the jib connector and insert into the blanking connector.

Disconnecting the Jib Cable on a Manitou


Disconnecting the Jib Cable  on a JCB

Alert
If the attachment cable is not disconnected from the jib connector before the jib is released from the boom head. The attachment cable will be damaged, rendering the system inoperable.


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