TOPIC 4. OVERHEAD GUARD

TM 10-3930-644-14&P

TOPIC 4. OVERHEAD GUARD

A. GENERAL

The overhead guard is a safety feature which is supplied

as standard equipment by Allis-Chalmers. Its tubular, all

welded construction is designed for maximum operator

visibility coupled with operator safety. The overhead

guard complies with all safety specifications and

standards set forth in ANSI 356. 1-1969 and by the

Industrial Truck Association.

B. DAILY INSPECTION

Daily, inspect the overhead guard mounting plates

(Fig. 9) ; make certain plates are securely mounted with

the necessary capscrews, lockwashers, and nuts.

Visually inspect the welded joints and structure for

possible cracks.

C. REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

The overhead guard assembly is simply taken off the

truck, with the assist of a hoist chain, after the removal of

the securing capscrews, lockwashers and nuts. (See

Figure 9. Overhead Guard Assembly (Typical)

Figure 9.)

insert capscrews with lockwashers and nuts, and tighten

To Install the overhead guard assembly, use hoist chain

evenly and securely.

to position guard over relative mounting location, then

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