TM-5-5420-279-10
4.17.1 Retracting the Slide Frame
WARNING
LOSS OF HEARING. PERSONNEL MUST WEAR HEARING PROTECTIVE DEVICES WHEN
OPERATING THE CRANE DURING LAUNCH AND RECOVERY OPERATIONS OR WHEN
WORKING WITHIN 10FT (3M) OF A LAUNCH VEHICLE AT HIGH ENGINE IDLE.
HYDRAULIC EQUIPMENT. OPERATION OF EQUIPMENT POWERED BY HYDRAULIC
PRESSURE IS HAZARDOUS. KEEP CLEAR OF MOVING PARTS.
HYDRAULIC PRESSURE. EXPOSURE TO HYDRAULIC FLUID UNDER PRESSURE IS
HAZARDOUS. IN THE EVENT OF A HOSE OR COMPONENT FAILURE, REMOVE ALL
FLUID CONTAMINATION FROM THE SKIN AND EYES WITH CLEAN WATER AND SEEK
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE.
4.17.1.1
On the interface panel, press and hold the RELAX button. Release the RELAX
switch when shootbolt holes in the relax mechanism are aligned and the pins are
inserted.
4.17.1.2
Engage the relax mechanism shootbolts. Make sure the PIN OUT caption on the
interface panel extinguishes.
4.17.1.3
Stow the walkway decking panels in their stowage locations.
4.17.1.4
Operate both A-frame stabilizer leg Retract/Extend controls together. Make sure the
stabilizer leg hydraulic cylinders operate to extend the legs. Release the controls
when the stabilizer cylinders extend the legs to position the A-frame at its maximum
height.