Outriggers Flashcards
1
Q
What are outriggers?
A
Devices that give stability
Transfer centre of gravity
Widen the footprint of the apparatus
Prevents tip over
2
Q
Outrigger types
A
The two most common are H style and A style
Currently all outriggers used by CFD are the H style.
Two designs of the H style - Box type which have the cylinders enclosed in a welded box frame
Cylinder type which have the hydraulic cylinder rod exposed
3
Q
Outrigger ground melting
A
Due to pressure and friction, outriggers melt ice
Be sure to scrape away all ice and snow before outriggers are deployed
4
Q
Placement and set up obstacles
A
Parked cars or other apparatus
Trees and curbs
Avoid setting up on manholes, sidewalks, sewer drains, above under ground parkades, and electrical vaults
