Chapter 7 - Prestart Inspection; Operator's Manual; Engine; Oil Level - Snorkel AB60J Operator's Manual

Potential service and safety problems may be detected
by inspecting the aerial platform. This chapter includes
information on properly inspecting the aerial platform and
includes a prestart inspection check list at the end of the
chapter to ensure that no areas are overlooked.
Warning
The potential for an accident increases when operat-
ing an aerial platform that is damaged or malfunction-
ing. Death or serious injury could result from such
accidents. Do not operate the aerial platform if it is
damaged or malfunctioning.
Perform a prestart inspection at the beginning of each
shift, before using the aerial platform on the job. The
inspection site must have a smooth and level surface.

Operator's Manual

The manual holder is located behind the cowling door
(refer to Figure 7.1) on the left side of the machine.
Operator's Manual Holder
Figure 7.1 – Operator's Manual Holder
To inspect the operator's manual and manual holder:
1. Make certain the Operator's Manual holder is se-
curely fastened in place.
2. Check to see that the proper Operator's Manual is in
the holder.
3. Check to see that the manual is complete with all
pages intact and in readable condition.
4. Make certain ANSI publication "Manual of Respon-
sibilities for Dealers, Owners, Users, Operators,
Lessors and Lessees of ANSI/SIA A92.5-2006 Boom-
Supported Elevating Work Platforms" is in the manual
holder.

Engine

Visually inspect the engine and its components with the
engine off. The engine is located behind the doors on the
left side of the machine (refer to Figure 7.2).
AB60J – 0181972
Chapter 7 – Prestart Inspection
Coolant Reservoir Coolant Reservoir
Figure 7.2 – Engine Compartment
To inspect the engine:
1. Open the engine compartment doors and visually in-
spect the engine and its components with the engine
off.
2. Inspect the latch mechanisms to make certain they
are in good working condition to hold the engine
compartment door closed.
3. Make sure that the engine compartment door is fully
closed and latched before operating the machine
after inspection or service.

Oil Level

The proper oil level is between the two marks on the
dipstick.
To inspect the oil level:
1. Make sure the engine has been off for at least five
minutes before checking the oil level. This will allow
time for the oil to drain to the pan for a more accurate
oil level reading.
2. Remove the dipstick and check to see that the oil
level is between the two marks.
3. If necessary, add oil before starting the engine.
Note
Refer to Chapter 2 for the correct engine oil grade and
weight.

Coolant

Continental, Cummins, Ford and General Motors engines
are liquid cooled (refer to Figure 7.2).
When the engine is cold, the coolant level should

be between the Hot and Cold marks on the coolant
reservoir.
When the engine is at operating temperature, the

coolant should be at the Hot level.
Hose Hose
Clamps Clamps
Radiator Radiator
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