4 - 26 S-100 • S-105 • S-120 • S-125 Part No. 102916January 2016Section 4 • Repair Procedures3-1Jib Boom,S-105 and S-125 ModelsHow to Remove the Jib BoomNote: Perform this procedure with the boom in thestowed position.Note: When removing a hose assembly or fitting,the O-ring on the fitting and/or hose end must bereplaced and then torqued to specification duringinstallation. Refer to Specifications, HydraulicHose and Fitting Torque Specifications.1 Remove the platform. See Repair Procedure,How to Remove the Platform.2 Remove the platform mounting weldmentand the platform rotator. See Repair Procedure,How to Remove the Platform Rotator.3 Remove the hose and cable cover retainingfasteners from the jib boom leveling arm.Remove the hose and cable cover from themachine.4 Support the jib boom with a suitable liftingdevice.5 Tag, disconnect and plug the jib boom liftcylinder hydraulic hoses. Cap the fittings on thecylinder.Bodily injury hazard. Sprayinghydraulic oil can penetrate andburn skin. Loosen hydraulicconnections very slowly to allowthe oil pressure to dissipategradually. Do not allow oil tosquirt or spray.6 Support the barrel end of the cylinder with asuitable lifting device.7 Remove the pin retaining fastener from the jibboom lift cylinder barrel-end pivot pin.8 Use a soft metal drift to remove the pin and letthe cylinder hang down.9 Attach a lifting strap from an overhead crane tothe jib boom.10 Remove the pin retaining fastener from the jibboom pivot pin.11 Use a soft metal drift to remove the pin andremove the jib boom from the primary boom.Crushing hazard. The jib boommay become unbalanced andfall when it is removed fromthe machine if it is not properlysupported.Jib Boom Components, S-105 / S-125 Models