Operation; Travel With Platform Lowered; Steering; Elevating Platform - Snorkel TM12 Manual Del Usuario

Operation

O
PERATION
Before operating the machine, ensure that the Pre-Operation Safety Inspection has been completed and
that any deficiencies have been corrected. Never operate a damaged or malfunctioning machine. The
operator must be thoroughly trained on this machine.
T
R A V E L
1. Check that the route is clear of people, obstructions, holes and drop-offs, is level and is capable of sup-
porting wheel loads.
2. Verify that the Chassis Key Switch is turned to ON and the Chassis Emergency Stop Switch is ON, (pull
button out).
3. After mounting the platform, lower the bar across entrance.
4. Check clearances above, below and to the sides of the machine.
5. Pull the Controller Emergency Stop switch up to the ON position.
6. Select DRIVE mode.
7. While depressing the Interlock Switch, slowly push or pull the Control Lever to FORWARD or REVERSE
position to travel in the desired direction. The farther you push or pull the Control Lever from center the
faster the machine will travel.
S
T E E R I N G
NOTE: Steering is not self-centering. Wheels must be returned to straight ahead position by operating the Steering
Switch.
1. Select DRIVE mode.
2. While depressing the Interlock Switch, push the Steering Switch to RIGHT or LEFT to turn the wheels in
the desired direction. Observe the tires while maneuvering the machine to ensure proper direction.
E
L E V A T I N G
1. Select LIFT mode.
2. While depressing the Interlock Switch, push Control Lever forward to UP, the farther you push the Con-
trol Lever the faster the Platform will elevate.
3. If the machine is not level the Tilt Alarm will sound and the machine will not lift or drive. If the Tilt alarm
sounds the platform must be lowered and the machine moved to a level location before attempting to re-
elevate the Platform.
T
R A V E L
NOTE: The machine will travel at reduced speed when the platform is elevated.
1. Check that the route is clear of persons, obstructions, holes and drop-offs, is level and capable of sup-
porting the wheel loads.
2. Check clearances above, below and to the sides of the platform.
3. Select DRIVE mode.
4. While depressing the Interlock Switch, push Control Lever to FORWARD or REVERSE for desired direc-
tion of travel.
5. If the machine is not level the Tilt Alarm will sound and the machine will not lift or drive. If the Tilt alarm
sounds the platform must be lowered and the machine moved to a level location before attempting to re-
elevate the Platform.
L
O W E R I N G
1. Select LIFT mode.
2. While depressing the Interlock Switch, pull back on the Control Lever.
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