Ground Control Operation - nifty 170H Series Operating And Safety Instructions Manual

4.3

GROUND CONTROL OPERATION

ALWAYS ALLOW THE ENGINE TO WARM UP BEFORE OPERATING.
4.3.1
GROUND CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS
ALL MODELS
1) Check below, above and around the platform for any obstructions or hazards before operating
any function.
2) Ensure all red emergency stops are out.
3) For the hydraulic outrigger model (170H), turn the key switch at the ground control station to
the "ON" position (i.e. clockwise). For manual outrigger model (170M) turn the key switch at
the ground control station to "Ground" (i.e. anti-clockwise)
4) Battery/Electric models go to step 11).
DIESEL ENGINE OR BI-ENERGY MODELS
5) Turn the main engine ignition switch, located on the side of the canopy through "ON" to the "ST"
(start) position and the engine will fire.
6) Go to step 11). Note – Unless the diesel engine is running, the 170 will automatically default to
the primary power source (usually battery)
PETROL (GASOLINE) ENGINE OR PETROL (GASOLINE)/ELECTRIC MODELS
7) For a cold engine start go to step 8) or for a warm engine start go to step 9).
COLD ENGINE: - turn the engine fuel tap "ON" and engage the choke lever. Turn the main
8)
engine ignition through "ON" to "ST" (Start) and the engine will fire. Return the choke lever to its
normal running position after the engine is started.
WARM ENGINE: - turn the engine fuel tap on and turn the main engine ignition through "ON" to
9)
"ST" (start) position and the engine will fire.
10) Go to step 11). Note – Unless the petrol engine is running, the 170 will automatically default to
the primary power source (usually battery)
ALL MODELS
11) Push and hold green power button.
12) Select the boom function required and operate hand levers in full accordance with
manufacturers Operating and Safety manual.
13) When not in use return machine to stowed position, fully raise and stow all outriggers, turn the
key to the "OFF" position (i.e. anti-clockwise), remove key and chock wheels.
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Operating & Safety Instructions
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