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The aerial platform is not electrically insulated. Death or serious injury will result from con- tact 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.
All information in this manual is based on the latest prod- Aerial Platform Features uct information at the time of publication. Snorkel reserves The aerial platform is a self-propelled scissors lift that the right to make product changes at any time without has been designed to raise personnel, their tools, and obligation.
St. Joseph, MO 64502-1160 USA 785-989-3000 Do not modify this aerial platform without prior written consent of the Snorkel Engineering Department. Modifi- http://www.snorkelusa.com cation may void the warranty, adversely affect stability, or affect the operational characteristics of the aerial plat- form.
Chapter 2 – Specifications General Specifications S1930 Drive System Aerial Platform Working height 7.6 m (25′) Standard Two-wheel drive Maximum platform height 5.8 m (19′) Gradeability Maximum drive height 19′ (5.8 m) Turning radius Inside 12.7 cm (5″) Drive/Lift Level Sensor Interlock Outside 1.64 m (64.5″)
Over 50kV to 200kV 6.10 Over 200kV to 350kV Over 350kV to 500kV 7.62 10.67 Over 500kV to 750kV Over 750kV to 1000kV 13.72 Table 1 – Minimum Safe Approach Distance Figure 3 – Minimum Safe Approach Distance S1930 – 0361518EE...
Allow sufficient room Do not operate the aerial platform within 1.2 m (4′) of any and time to stop movement to avoid contact with drop-off or hole. structures or other hazards. S1930 – 0361518EE...
Death or serious injury could that extend beyond the platform guardrails without prior result from a chemical explosion. Do not smoke or written consent from Snorkel. permit open flames or sparks when checking the batteries. Do not operate the aerial platform from trucks, trailers, railway cars, floating vessels, scaffolds, or similar equip- Battery acid can damage the skin and eyes.
This protection system limits the tilt angle if a wheel is store power. driven into a drop-off or hole. This greatly reduces the likelihood of the aerial platform tipping over. The pothole protection system is for added protection and does not justify operating near drop-offs or holes. S1930 – 0361518EE...
The ammeter is located on the battery charger (refer to Figure 5.2). When the batteries are charging, the amme- ter displays the level of current flow from the charger to the batteries. Ammeter Figure 5.2 – Battery Charger S1930 – 0361518EE...
Do not leave the battery charger on for more than two days. 6. Check the battery water level. Add water to individual cells only if the plates are exposed. Replace the bat- tery caps. S1930 – 0361518EE...
The following controls The horn button and battery condition indicator gauge are located on the lower control panel. may also be located at the upper control station. • Emergency stop button • Control selector switch • Platform raise/lower switch S1930 – 0361518EE...
Joystick Use the joystick (refer to Figure 7.3) to operate the fol- lowing functions. • Aerial platform steering • Aerial platform drive and speed • Platform raise/lower and speed S1930 – 0361518EE...
Death or serious injury can 3. Observe the reading on the ammeter. The reading result from a chemical explosion. Do not smoke or should be 40 amps. permit open flames or sparks when checking the batteries. 4. Unplug the charger. S1930 – 0361518EE...
Serious infection or reaction will result if medical treatment 1. Remove all tools and material from the platform. is not given immediately. In case of injury by escap- ing hydraulic fluid, seek medical attention at once. S1930 – 0361518EE...
Make sure all hoses and tubes are held firmly in their support brackets. Hydraulic fluid leaks are easily visible on the ground. Check under the chassis for fluid that has leaked. Figure 8.9 – Tires and Wheels S1930 – 0361518EE...
3. Insert the key into the control selector switch and skids. The skids should lower to approximately 2 cm turn the switch to the lower controls position. ″) ground clearance when the platform is raised approximately 61 cm (24″). S1930 – 0361518EE...
While standing clear of the scissors structure, push the lever down. The platform will begin to lower as the lever is Figure 8.15 – Scissors Arm Slide Blocks pushed down. Release the lever to stop. S1930 – 0361518EE...
There are also two pins on the front panel and two that Toeboard fasten the upper controls to the platform rails. One of the pins that holds the upper controls in place is the platform extension pin. Figure 8.17 – Guardrail System S1930 – 0361518EE...
From the upper controls, test the interlock by moving the joystick without engaging the interlock switch. If move- ment occurs the interlock is not functioning properly. Do not operate the machine until the problem is corrected. Figure 8.21 – Upper Controls S1930 – 0361518EE...
The safety related placards and decals are illustrated on the following pages. Caution Solvents may contain hazardous ingredients. Fol- low the manufacturer’s label for proper use and dis- posal. Wear protective gloves and splash-proof safety glasses when using solvents. S1930 – 0361518EE...
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An accident could cause injury or death. non-factory approved substitutes. NOTE: STUDY THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE. 0372000 0074311 0372000 Rear 0074311 S1930 – 0361518EE...
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Chapter 8 – Prestart Inspection 0074311 0361259 (Rod end of lift cylinder) 0361259 451986 300760 451986 Left Side 0074311 0190989E 300760 Front 019098 9E 0190989E S1930 – 0361518EE...
Shuts off upper controls Horn Sounds when activated Lowering alarm and interrupt Sounds when platform lowers, proper operation Drive motion alarm Sounds when aerial platform moves Battery condition indicator Proper operation Placards and Decals In place and readable S1930 – 0361518EE...
1. Perform a prestart inspection (refer to Chapter 8). while on the job. Before operating from the upper controls, properly set up 2. Close and latch the battery and hydraulic trays. the aerial platform as described under Preparing for Op- S1930 – 0361518EE...
Personal injury may result from extend- ing the platform deck while the aerial platform is on a slope. Do not attempt to extend or retract the platform unless the aerial platform is on a level sur- face. S1930 – 0361518EE...
For easy loading of work materials in the platform, re- move the pin and swing the gate upward and out of the way. Lower and pin the gate after loading the platform. Figure 9.7 – Upper Controls S1930 – 0361518EE...
(refer to Figure 9.10). The extension deck will not fully retract To open a tray, push down on the latch and swing the unless the pins are installed properly. tray open. S1930 – 0361518EE...
Use the following procedure to winch the aerial platform onto the transport vehicle. 3. If lifting from the rear of the machine, insert the forklift forks into the pockets (refer to Figure 10.1). S1930 – 0361518EE...
Use a winch to load and unload the aerial platform on ramps that exceed a 20 percent grade. A grade of 20 percent is a 61 cm (24″) vertical rise in 3.05 m (10′) hori- S1930 – 0361518EE...
Lifting devices include cable. Careful rigging of the spreaders is required to the hoist or crane, chains, straps, cables, hooks, sheaves, prevent machine damage. shackles, slings, and other hardware used to support the S1930 – 0361518EE...
Proper tie- 4. Place wood blocks under the front ends of the pot- down and hauling is the responsibility of the carrier. hole protection skids to limit excessive loading on the front drive wheel bearings. S1930 – 0361518EE...
1. Chock the wheels to prevent uncontrolled motion of the aerial platform. 8. Verify that the drive system and brakes operate prop- erly before operating the aerial platform. 2. Turn the battery disconnect switch off. S1930 – 0361518EE...
Stow the machine and do not oper- ate until repairs are made. Platform will not lower. Safety prop in place. Stow the safety prop. Platform will not extend. Remove latch pin before extending Latch pin still in place. the platform. S1930 – 0361518EE...
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Hydraulic system component failure. Stow the machine and do not oper- ate until repairs are made. Severe hydraulic leak. Failure of hose, tube, fitting, seal, etc. Stow the machine and do not oper- ate until repairs are made. S1930 – 0361518EE...
Although federal the platform to the surface upon which the chassis is being sup- regulations, OSHA, ANSI, and Snorkel do not require the use of ported. additional fall protection beyond the platform guardrails on scissor lift aerial platforms, local, state, or employer rules may require their pothole protection interlock –...
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Appendix A – Glossary working envelope – the area defined by the horizontal and verti- cal limits of boom travel that the platform may be positioned in. working height – platform height plus six feet. S1930 – 0361518EE...
Dealer rental fleet, whichever comes first. Any part or parts which, upon examination by the Snorkel Service Department, are found to be defective, will be replaced or repaired, at the sole discretion of Snorkel, through its local Authorized Dealer at no charge.