Pre-Operation Safety Inspection - Snorkel SL26 Series Parts And Service Manual

CONTROLS/PRE-OPERATION

PRE-OPERATION SAFETY INSPECTION

NOTE: Carefully read, understand and follow all safety rules, operating instructions, labels
and National Safety Instructions/Requirements. Perform the following steps each day before
use.
1. Open modules and inspect for damage,
fluid leaks or missing parts.
2. Check the level of the hydraulic fluid
with the platform fully lowered.
The hydraulic reservoir is located in the
control module.
The fluid level must be between the
minimum and maximum lines.
Add hydraulic fluid if necessary.
3. Check that the fluid level in the starter
battery is correct.
4. Check the level of the diesel fuel with
the engine switched off.
The fuel tank is located in the power
module.
Add fuel as required.
5. Check that all guard rails are in place and
all fasteners are properly tightened.
6. Inspect the machine thoroughly for
cracked welds and structural damage,
loose or missing hardware, hydraulic
leaks, damaged control cables, loose
wire connections and wheel bolts.
NOTE: Check decal located on tank for Hydraulic fluid Specifications (refer to figure 2-5).
Adding fluids of a different specification may cause operational problems.
To make the best use of power and performance from the engine, it is important to use fuel of the
correct quality. The recommended fuel for the SL machines is diesel fuel with a minimum Cetane
number of 45.
Refer to specifications on page 2-22 for suitable fuel information.
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Figure 2-5: Hydraulic tank
C A U T I O N
!
Not all hydraulic uid is suitable for use in the
hydraulic system. The use of hydraulic uid which
is not speci ed may increase component wear.
ONLY use hydraulic uid as
recommneded.
Hydraulic
!
Label
SL26/30SL