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- Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Part Number 0181972 March 2014 Models AB60J/AB60JRT Replaces 0181972 February 2001...
- Page 2 The aerial platform is not electrically insulated. Death or serious injury will result from contact with, or inadequate clearance from, an energized conductor. Do not go closer than the minimum safe approach distance as defined by the Minimum Safe Approach Distance section in Chapter 3–Safety. Regard all conductors as energized.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Platform Foot Switch ..........27 Horn ................17 Machine/Generator Switch ........27 All Motion Alarm............17 Hydraulic System Warm-up Switch .......27 Flashing Lights ............17 Dual Fuel ..............27 Driving Lights ............18 Driving and Platform Work Lights ......27 Platform Work Lights ..........18 Bumpguard System ..........18 AB60J – 0181972... - Page 4 Tow Kit ..............39 Riser Boom ............58 Platform Glazier Package .........39 Main Boom ............58 Platform Control Cover ..........39 Towing ..............59 Placards and Decals..........39 Prestart Inspection Checklist ........43 Chapter 11 – Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Chart ..........61 Appendix A – Glossary Limited Warranty AB60J – 0181972...
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Page 5: Chapter 1 - Introduction
Occupational Safety and Health Administration All information in this manual is based on the latest (OSHA) product information at the time of publication. Snorkel American National Standards Institute (ANSI) reserves the right to make product changes at any time ... -
Page 6: Operation
Read and understand the ANSI/SIA A92.5-2006 Boom-Supported Elevating Work information in this manual and on the placards and Platforms” is available from Snorkel dealers or from the decals on the machine before operating the aerial factory upon request. -
Page 7: Chapter 2 - Specifications
Hydraulic Fluid Steer Wheels Filter Rear Front Right Side Battery Disconnect Switch Floating Main Boom Lower Engine Turret Tip Boom Controls Battery Platform Operator’s Manual Boom Riser Boom Steer Wheels Platform Front Rear Foot Switch Left Side AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 8: Working Envelope
Working Envelope Feet (Meters) (19.8) (18.3) (16.8) (15.2) (13.7) (12.2) (10.7) (9.1) (7.6) (6.1) (4.6) (3.0) (1.5) (1.5) (4.6) (13.7) (3.0) (1.5) (1.5) (3.0) (6.1) (7.6) (9.1) (10.7) (12.2) AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 9: General Specifications
7 to 11 seconds Platform rotation, 180 degrees 16 to 20 seconds Drive 4x4 and 4x2 High, booms down/retracted 3.2 mph (5.1 km/h) Mid, booms down/retracted 1.9 mph (3.1 km/h) Low, booms up/extended 0.6 mph (1 km/h) AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 10: Engine Specifications
Note 1: Refer to the engine manufacturers manual for specific fuel recommendations and specifications. Note 2: Refer to the engine manufacturers manual for specific coolant recommendations and specifications. Note 3: Refer to the engine manufacturers manual for specific lubricating oil recommendations and specifications. AB60J – 0181972... - Page 11 Note 1: Refer to the engine manufacturers manual for specific fuel recommendations and specifications. Note 2: Refer to the engine manufacturers manual for specific coolant recommendations and specifications. Note 3: Refer to the engine manufacturers manual for specific lubricating oil recommendations and specifications. AB60J – 0181972...
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Page 12: Engine Oil Viscosity
Chapter 2 – Specifications Engine Oil Viscosity Engine Oil Viscosity Continental TM27 Cummins B3.3 Cummins 4B3.9 Ford LRG 423 AB60J – 0181972... - Page 13 -4 0 -3 5 -3 0 -2 5 -2 0 -1 5 -1 0 -5 10 15 20 2 5 30 40 50 °C °C 2.4 and 3.0 S A E 5W /30 S A E 0W /30 Hatz 4L31C AB60J – 0181972...
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Page 15: Chapter 3 - Safety
Over 200kV to 350Kv 6.10 Over 350kV to 500kV 7.62 Over 500kV to 750kV 10.67 Over 750kV to 1000kV 13.72 Table 1 – Minimum Safe Approach Distance Figure 3 – Minimum Safe Approach Distance AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 16: Prestart Inspection
Death or serious injury will result from becoming trapped between components, buildings, structures, or other obstacles. Make sure there is sufficient clear- ance around the machine before moving the chassis, AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 17: Tip-Over And Falling Hazards
Snorkel. not given immediately. In case of injury by escaping hydraulic fluid, seek medical attention at once. -
Page 18: Engine And Fuel Handling Precautions
Tighten the fuel tank cap securely. If the fuel cap is lost, replace it with an approved cap from Snorkel. Use of a Danger non-approved cap without proper venting may result in Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a poi- pressurization of the tank. -
Page 19: Chapter 4 - Safety Devices
The riser boom knob (refer to Figure 4.3) is inside the controls can still be used to operate the aerial platform. rear of the turntable. At the upper controls, the emergency stop is a two-posi- tion red push button (refer to Figure 4.2). AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 20: Ground Operation Switch
Hold the switch upward to operate the machine from the lower controls. Platform Foot Switch Step down on the platform foot switch (refer to Figure 4.5) to activate the upper controls. Figure 4.6 – Platform AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 21: Lanyard Anchors
The tilt alarm is for added protection and does not justify operating on anything other than firm, flat, level surfaces. AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 22: Driving Lights
The headlights are located on the top of the front cowling. The tail lights are mounted on the sides of the rear cowling. Do not use the driving lights to drive on public road- ways. AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 23: Chapter 5 - Gauges And Displays
Note Filter Gauge Machines equipped with a Hatz engine do not have a temperature gauge. However, Hatz engines do have tem- perature sensors and automatic temperature shut-offs. Figure 5.3 – Fuel Tank AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 24: Engine Oil
Fluid Level and Temperature Gauge A sight gauge on the side of the hydraulic reservoir displays the level and temperature of the hydraulic fluid (refer to Figure 5.3). The reservoir is behind the door on the right side of the machine. AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 25: Chapter 6 - Controls
Boom and platform functions can be operated from the lower controls. If the platform is to stay in a particular position for a long time, turn the start switch to off to shut off the engine and save fuel. AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 26: Ground Operation Switch
Hold the switch upward to raise the riser boom. Boom Speed Knob The boom speed knob (refer to Figure 6.2) is used to Hold the switch downward to lower the riser boom. control the speed of the following boom functions: AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 27: Platform Level Switch
If the engine is running, it will stop when the switch is Note placed in the emergency power position. Machine functions are not operational while using the hydraulic warm-up system. AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 28: Circuit Breaker Reset Buttons
Push the button inward to disconnect power from all Caution control circuits at the upper controls. A tripped circuit breaker indicates a malfunction in the electrical system. Component damage can result Pull the button outward to restore power. AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 29: Drive Joystick
To steer to the left, hold the joystick to the left as indi- cated by the directional arrows on the chassis. AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 30: Riser Boom Elevation Switch
Press the button to sound the horn. Set the knob to slow when beginning a movement. The speed may be increased by slowly rotating the knob to- ward fast. For smooth operation, rotate the knob to slow when ending movement. AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 31: Platform Foot Switch
Use cold weather hydraulic oil as recommended in the machine General Specifications in temperatures of 10°F (-12°C) or below. The toggle switches for the warm-up system on the lower control panel and one on the upper control panel. Figure 6.6 – Platform AB60J – 0181972... - Page 32 Chapter 6 – Controls AB60J – 0181972...
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Page 33: Chapter 7 - Prestart Inspection
The engine is located behind the doors on the left side of the machine (refer to Figure 7.2). When the engine is at operating temperature, the coolant should be at the Hot level. AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 34: Radiator
2. Make sure the hoses are not hardened, cracked, or feel spongy. 3. Make sure the cap is in place and tight. Figure 7.5 – LPG Tank 4. Check under the chassis for coolant that has leaked. Coolant leaks are easily visible on the ground. AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 35: Fuel Line
3. At the lower controls, place the emergency stop result from a chemical explosion. Do not smoke or switch in the on position. permit open flames or sparks when checking the batteries. 4. Insert the key into the start switch and turn the engine AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 36: Battery Fluid Level
The need to regularly add fluid indicates a leak that should be corrected. 3. Make sure the cables and wires are properly routed to avoid sharp edges, pinching, and scuffing. AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 37: Fluid Filter
2. Carefully inspect for large holes or cuts where foam is coming out of the tire. inspection. 3. Look for large imbedded objects, such as angle iron, that can rip a tire open. Note AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 38: Emergency Stop
Fully close emergency lowering knob. the emergency lowering valves before operating the aerial platform. 3. Make sure there is nothing in the way to obstruct the platform when it lowers. AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 39: Level Sensor
Figure 7.15 – Sandblast Protection Kit machine (refer to Figure 7.14). To inspect the sand blast protection kit: 1. Inspect the covers while operating the machine to ensure they are securely fastened and completely cover the cylinder rod. AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 40: Structures
2. Visually inspect the slide pads to make sure they are securely fastened to the main boom. 3. Inspect the surface where the pads contact the tip boom. The paint must be in place with no signs of bare metal. AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 41: Lanyard Anchors
To operate in high speed the booms must be 3. At the upper controls (refer to Figure 7.19), pull the stowed. emergency stop button outward. AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 42: Emergency Stop
Figure 7.22 – Electrical Power Outlet 2. Plug an electrical tool into the outlet and verify the power is off. If the power was off, push the reset button to restore power. Figure 7.20 – Power-Input Connector AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 43: All Motion Alarm
To inspect the platform glazier package: or decals before operating the aerial platform. 1. Inspect the glazier trays (refer to Figure 7.23) to make Placard and decal kits are available from Snorkel. sure they are in good condition and are not bent or distorted. - Page 44 THE TOWING VEHICLE, TURN THE DISCONNECT-PLATES BACK OVER SO THE NIPPLES ARE OUT. THAT WILL PREVENT THE MACHINE FROM ROLLING WHEN YOU DISCONNECT IT FROM THE TOW VEHICLE. DO NOT EXCEED 10 MPH (16 KM/HR) WHEN TOWING. AVOID SHARP TURNS. 0082160 0082160 0181713 AB60J – 0181972...
- Page 45 This machine is equipped with foam filled or solid tires, wheel weight is critical for stability. To prevent machine tip over, replace tires with factory approved foam filled or solid tires ONLY. DO NOT attempt to inflate foam filled or solid tires. 0073298 0073298 AB60J – 0181972...
- Page 46 R ea d glazie r pa cka ge O p era to r’s M an ua l b efore u sing . 0 4 2 1 0 7 7 Platform Glazier Package 0421077 AB60J – 0181972...
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Page 47: Prestart Inspection Checklist
Driving and Platform Work Lights No damage or deformation, proper operation Tow Kit In place, no damage or deformation Platform Glazier Package Good condition Bumpguard System Good condition, proper operation Placards and Decals In place and readable AB60J – 0181972... - Page 48 Chapter 7 – Prestart Inspection AB60J – 0181972...
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Page 49: Chapter 8 - Operation
Caution a chance to warm. The engine may be equipped with an optional cold weather start kit. Not all hydraulic fluid is suitable to use in the hy- draulic system. Some have poor lubricating charac- AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 50: Hydraulic System Warm-Up Switch
Start the engine and wait 10 seconds before proceeding with machine operation. 2. Place the battery disconnect switch in the on position. 5. Let the engine warm to operating temperature. 3. Close and latch the cowling doors. AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 51: Upper Controls
6. Pull the emergency stop outward (refer to Figure For operation on grades up to 20 percent, it is recom- 8.4). mended that the riser and main booms be fully lowered and the jib elevated just enough to provide adequate ground clearance. AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 52: Drive Speeds
Death or serious when the booms are stowed. High range is for injury could result from such accidents. Do not alter, high speed, low torque operation. disable, or override any safety device. AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 53: Gradeability
Figure 8.5. 100% Angle of Slope in Degrees 45° 40° Percent of 35° Grade 30° 25° 20° 15° 10° 5° Figure 8.5 – Slope Percent/Degree Conversion AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 54: Calculating Percent Grade
Machine Gradeability equipment. Warm the hydraulic oil before operating The gradeability specification for the AB60J/AB60JRT the generator. aerial platforms is 20%. An actual gradeability of 20%, indicates that in most normal working conditions the Do not operate the generator unless the hydraulic oil tem- machine can be driven on a slope with an angle of 11.3... -
Page 55: Dual Fuel
• The maximum working pressure of the line is 250 psi (1,723 kPa). The air line may be used to conduct fluids such as water or antifreeze. Contact Snorkel for compatibility information before using the air line to conduct other fluids. Figure 8.10 – Upper Controls... -
Page 56: Platform Glazier Package
The glazier package allows the platform operator to posi- tion glass at the work place. Refer to the Glazier Package 1. At the upper controls, hold the proximity override manual (Snorkel Part Number 0421269) for information switch up. on proper use of the glazier package. -
Page 57: Chapter 9 - Stowing And Transporting
6. Retract the tip boom and fully lower the riser boom. Raise the main boom and jib so they are horizontal. The aerial platform can tip over if it becomes unstable. Death or serious injury will result from a tip-over ac- AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 58: Winching
Tie-Down/Lifting Lugs Lifting devices include the hoist or crane, chains, straps, cables, hooks, sheaves, shackles, slings, and other hardware used to support the machine. Figure 9.2 – Front Tie-Down/Lifting Lugs AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 59: Securing For Transport
Figure 9.5 – LPG Tank protector in the hole of the lug. 9. Close and latch the cowling doors. 5. Use spreader bars of sufficient length to keep the chains, straps, or cables from contacting the turntable or booms. AB60J – 0181972... - Page 60 11. Use a nylon strap to securely fasten the platform against the wood block. Thread the strap over the toeboard as shown in Figure 9.6. Figure 9.6 – Platform AB60J – 0181972...
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Page 61: Chapter 10 - Emergency Operation
Figure 10.1 – Battery Disconnect Switch 1. Pull the emergency stop button outward (refer to 2. Place the key in the start switch (refer to Figure 10.2) Figure 10.3). and turn the switch to the on position. AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 62: Emergency Lowering
The emergency lowering knobs allow the (refer to Figure 10.6). Control the rate of descent by booms to be lowered only. Only use this method if the turning the knob. engine will not start and the emergency power system will not work. AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 63: Towing
2. Rotate the turntable, until the counterweight is to the 13. Verify that the drive system operates properly. side of the chassis, to allow room to attach the tow bar. AB60J – 0181972... - Page 64 Chapter 10 – Emergency Operation AB60J – 0181972...
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Page 65: Chapter 11 - Troubleshooting
The start switch was left in the on Turn the start switch back to off, then position for 30 seconds or longer to start within 30 seconds. before turning it to start. Continued on next page... AB60J – 0181972... -
Page 66: Ab60J
No alternator current/broken fan Turn the engine off. Do not restart the belt. engine until the cause of no alterna- tor current has been corrected or the fan belt has been replaced. AB60J – 0181972... - Page 67 Hydraulic system malfunction. Stow the machine and do not oper- ate until repairs are made. Platform will not raise and alarm is Machine not on a level surface. Lower the platform and drive to a sounding. level surface. AB60J – 0181972...
- Page 68 Let fluid cool before operating. Hydraulic system component failure. Stow the machine and do not operate until repairs are made. Severe hydraulic leak. Failure of hose, tube, fitting, seal, Do not operate machine until repairs etc. are made. AB60J – 0181972...
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Page 69: Appendix A - Glossary
This system includes a harness or belt, lanyard, and a lanyard anchor. Federal OSHA, ANSI, and Snorkel require the use of rated work load – the designed carrying capacity of the aerial platform as additional fall protection beyond the platform guardrails on boom supported specified by the manufacturer. -
Page 71: Limited Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY Snorkel warrants each new machine manufactured and sold by it to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of delivery to a Customer or for one year after the machine has been placed in first service in a Dealer rental fleet, whichever comes first. - Page 72 Local Distributor / Lokaler Vertiebshändler / Distributeur local El Distribuidor local / ll Distributore locale EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST AFRICA & ASIA PHONE: +44 (0) 845 1550 058 FAX: +44 (0) 845 1557 756 NORTH & SOUTH AMERICA PHONE: +1 785 989 3000 TOLL FREE: +1 800 255 0317 FAX: +1 785 989 3070 AUSTRALIA...