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(b)
Leave slack in chains (2) to let tailgate (4) swing open enough for
material to slip through.
(c)
Secure chains (2) in bottom of locking slots (1).
(2)
To rig tailgate (4) for regular loading and unloading:
(a)
Pull free end of chains (2) through locking slots (1) and retainers (3)
anti insert in locking slots (6).
(b)
Remove locking pins (7) and slowly lower tailgate (4). Do not let tail-
gate (4) drop.
(c)
When tailgate (4) is in line with truck bed (5) secure chains (2) in
hot tom of locking slots (6).
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c. Loading Dump Trucks.
(1)
To load from top:
(a)
Position truck so truck bed (5) is under loading device.
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