Manual Brake Release; Storage - Snorkel A38E Operator's Manual

Section
2.6
When the A38E is on the Truck it should then be
made secure.
1. Chock the wheels of the A38E.
2. Secure the work platform to the transport
vehicle with chains or straps of adequate load
capacity attached to the lifting lugs on the
chassis.
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CAUTION
Overtightening of the chains or straps through
tie down lugs may result in damage to the
Work Platform.

2.6 Manual Brake Release

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CAUTION
Perform this operation only when the machine
will not operate under its own power and it is
necessary to move the machine, or for
winching onto a trailer for transportation.
Ensure the machine is on level ground before
commencing this operation and use wheel
chocks as appropriate to prevent the machine
from rolling inadvertently.
Do not exceed 3 mph. Faster speeds will
damage drive components and void warranty.
1. Ensure that the Platform is fully lowered and
that the Elevating Assembly is slewed (rotated)
such that the platform is stowed above the drive
wheels. Turn the Upper Control Box to the OFF
position and remove the key.
Attach a chain/cable of sufficient capacity for
2.
towing the machine to the front or rear lifting/tie
down lugs. Take up the slack in the chain/cable.
Locate the Allen head socket screws located in
3.
the centre of the two drive (rear) wheels and
using a 6 mm Allen key, turn each one
clockwise to its full extent. The machine is now
in freewheel mode.
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WARNING
DO NOT leave the machine unattended or
attempt to operate the A38E Work Platform
until the Brake Release Screws have been
re-engaged.
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4. When towing is completed, turn both Allen head
socket screws in a counter clockwise direction
until they rest firmly against the locking circlip.
Figure 2-2 : Manual Brake Release

2.7 Storage

No preparation is required for storage when the Work
Platform is in regular use. Regular maintenance per
Table 4-1 should be performed.
If the work platform is to be placed in long term
storage (dead storage) use the following preservation
procedure.
PRESERVATION
1. Clean painted surfaces. If the painted surface is
damaged, repaint.
Fill the hydraulic tank to operating level with the
2.
platform fully lowered. Fluid should be visible
on the Dip Stick. It is not recommended that the
hydraulic fluid be drained.
Coat exposed portions of cylinder rods with a
3.
preservative such as multipurpose grease and
wrap with barrier material.
Coat all exposed unpainted metal surfaces with
4.
preservative.
BATTERIES
1. Disconnect the batteries.
2. Disconnect the battery leads and secure to the
chassis.
! WARNING
Care should be taken, while disconnecting the
battery leads, that a short circuit does not occur.
i.e. grounding to the chassis with a spanner.
3. Remove the batteries and place in alternate
service. Battery efficiencies are best realised
when used consistently.
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A38E Work Platform