OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC165-1 OPERATOR MANUAL
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Published 08-06-19, Control # 237-09_v1
Carbody Controls
The carbody controls are mounted on the right-front side of
the carbody.
The speed at which jacks and pins operate depends on the
amount of control handle movement and engine speed.
CAUTION
Avoid Damaging the Jacks
Fully retract the jacks before traveling.
WARNING
To avoid serious injury:
• Keep feet clear of moving jacks.
• Warn all personnel to stay clear of the jacks while
they are being extended.
• If the jacks or crawler pins are not visible from the
control handles, use a signal person or spotter who
can ensure that personnel are clear.
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Table 3-11. Carbody Control Handles
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2
5
6
Right Front Carbody Jack
Right Rear Carbody Jack
Left Front Carbody Jack
Left Rear Carbody Jack
Push the handle toward the carbody to raise the
carbody (extend jack).
Release the handle to center to stop the jack.
Valves on the jack lock it in position.
Pull the handle away from the carbody to lower
the carbody (retract jack).
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4
Right Crawler Pin
Left Crawler Pin
Push the handle toward the carbody to engage
the crawler connecting pins.
The crawler locking pins must be installed to
lock the connecting pins in the engaged
position
Release the handle to center to stop the pins.