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Safety recall notices and repair campaigns registered for the 2020 Altec D Series in Canada.
On a small number of digger derricks, during a stability test, the connectors to a relay may have been reattached incorrectly. As a result, the hydraulic overload protection system may not work properly. If this happens, the unit could be overloaded.
An overloaded digger derrick could create a risk of injury.
Altec Industries will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to inspect, and if necessary, properly reattach the relay connectors.
On a small number of digger derricks, the gearbox assembly could be defective. As a result, the gearbox brake may not hold the boom in position. If this happens, the boom could rotate freely.
A boom that moves on its own could create a risk of injury.
Altec Industries will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions to inspect and replace the gearbox assembly. If the gearbox assembly needs to be replaced, Altec will supply a replacement part or set up a service appointment with an Altec Service Center or Mobile Service Technician.
On certain aerial devices and digger derricks, a snap ring in the hydraulic check valve assembly could fail. If this happens, the snap ring can get stuck in the hydraulic system. This could result in continued (uncontrolled) movement of the boom. Note: This recall only involves units equipped with a DC pump.
A boom that drifts or continues to move on its own could create a risk of injury to the operator and nearby people.
Altec Industries will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to inspect the check valve assembly. If the check valve assembly needs to be replaced, Altec will supply a replacement part or set up a service appointment with an Altec Service Center or Mobile Service Technician.
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