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Safety recall notices and repair campaigns registered for the 2010 Altec Ah85 in Canada.
Certain Altec aerial devices may have been manufactured with a defective Pulsar coil. The Pulsar coil could short causing unwarranted movement of the aerial device increasing the risk of injury to the operator. Correction: Altec will replace the affected Pulsar coils.
A failure of this component (other) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
On certain aerial devices installed on utility service vehicles (to elevate personnel in order to facilitate working on overhead service lines, for tree trimming, etc.), water ingress into the lower boom fiberglass inserts could allow a conductivity path through the boom from the boom elbow down to the chassis. If the boom elbow were to come in contact with, or in close proximity to, an energized conductor while persons on the ground are touching or in close proximity to the chassis, an increased risk of injury due to electrocution would result. Water ingress could also compromise the fiberglass insert glue joint, potentially leading to undesirable boom motion due to looseness of the joint, which could increase the risk of injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Altec will replace affected lower booms. Owners may contact Altec at 1-877-462-5832.
A failure of this component (accessories) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
On certain aerial devices installed on utility service vehicles (to elevate personnel in order to facilitate working on overhead service lines, for tree trimming, etc.), incorrect sealing plugs could allow water ingress into the aerial control, causing electrical shorts. This could allow the aerial device to move unexpectedly, which could result in property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Altec will supply owners with a replacement electrical harness incorporating seal plugs as well as installation instructions. Owners may contact Altec at 1-877-462-5832.
A failure of this component (electrical) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
On certain aerial devices installed on utility service vehicles (to elevate personnel in order to facilitate working on overhead service lines, for tree trimming, etc.), the current leakage monitoring system cable may be improperly secured. This could allow a conductivity path through the boom and increase the risk of injury due to electrocution. Correction: Altec will notify owners, informing them to inspect and properly secure the cable. Owners may contact Altec at 1-877-462-5832.
A failure of this component (structure) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
On certain truck-mounted telescopic articulating aerial devices, the platform leveling system could fail. This could cause unintended platform movement, which could result in property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Authorized service centers will replace the platform leveling system's electrical solenoid.
A failure of this component (other) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
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