Operation; Starting The Machine; Steering; Elevating The Platform - Snorkel SL26 Series Parts And Service Manual

OPERATION

Before operating the work platform, ensure that the pre-operation safety inspection has been com-
pleted and that any deficiencies have been corrected. Never operate a damaged or malfunction-
ing machine. The operator must be thoroughly trained on this machine.

STARTING THE MACHINE

1. Turn the key switch to the platform position.
2. Mount the platform and properly close the entrance.
3. If the engine is cold, press down and hold the "glow plug button" for approximately 5 seconds.
4. Select engine start and hold until the engine is running.

STEERING

NOTE: Steering is not automatically centred. wheels must be returned to straight ahead posi-
tion by operating the steering switch.
1. Select a DRIVE mode.
2. While engaging the safety interlock trigger, push the steering switch to right or left to turn the
wheels in the desired direction.
Observe the tyres while manoeuvring the machine to ensure it moves in the correct
direction.

ELEVATING THE PLATFORM

NOTE: If the chassis inclination limit is exceeded and the platform is elevated above approxi-
mately 2 m (6 ft), the tilt alarm will sound and the machine will not lift or drive. If the tilt alarm
sounds, the platform must first be fully lowered and then approximately elevated to 600 mm
(2 ft). Press and hold the auto level switch and then engage the safety interlock trigger until
the tilt LED extinguishes. If the platform is not levelled correctly, the tilt alarm will continue
to sound and the lift functions will be cut off.
1. Check clearances below and to the sides of the platform.
2. Select lift mode.
3. While engaging the safety interlock trigger, push the joystick forward.

LOWERING THE PLATFORM

1. Check clearances below and to the sides of the platform.
2. Select LIFT mode.
3. Engage the safety interlock trigger and pull back on the joystick to lower the platform.

TRAVEL WITH THE PLATFORM LOWERED

1. Check that the route is clear of obstacles (persons, obstructions, holes, drop-offs, bumps and
debris) and capable of supporting wheel load.
2. Ensure that the chassis emergency stop switch is ON (pulled out).
3. Mount the platform and properly close the entrance.
4. Check clearances above below and to the sides of the platform.
5. Twist the platform emergency stop switch out to the ON position.
6. Start the machine and select a DRIVE mode.
NOTE: Choose between standard drive, high, low and extra torque depending on the
gradient.
7. High speed select option on the platform controls is for 2-wheel drive only. Low speed maximum
torque select option is for 4-wheel drive only.
8. High speed should only be used to cover longer distances over firm level ground. It is not in-
tended to be used for precise manoeuvring or positioning.
9. Engage the safety interlock trigger and move the joystick to forward or reverse to travel in the
desired direction. The speed of the machine will vary depending on how far from centre the joy-
stick is moved.
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