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4.7.2.13
Operate the lower controls from the crane and align the lower jaws to engage with
those of the launch beam held in the launch frame. Continue lowering until the single
leg sling just goes slack.
4.7.2.14
Disconnect the launch beam lifter and the front tag line from the connected launch
beam module.
4.7.2.15
Insert the launch beam connecting pin into the lower jaws, with the flat of the pinhead
against the block on the beam, and secure with an R-clip.
NOTE
Providing the single leg sling is slack, the guide system on the launch beam will ensure
correct alignment for pin insertion.
4.7.2.16
Operate the traverse and raise/lower controls on the crane and reposition the launch
beam lifter to attach the next launch beam module.
4.7.2.17
Connect the launch beam lifter and tag lines to the next launch beam module.
4.7.2.18
On the chest pack, move the joystick to the right once to select the beam drive
function. Make sure the POWER and BEAM DRIVE captions on the chest pack
display illuminate.
NOTE
To aid the pinner in removing the rear steadying rope it is advantageous if the launch
beam drive is stopped 2 feet (0.6 m) before the beam reaches its final position.
4.7.2.19
Remove the rear tag line from the launch beam handle.
4.7.2.20
On the chest pack, move the joystick forwards to advance the connected launch
beam modules.
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