Operation And Specifications; Figure 2-2: Emergency Lowering Valve Knob; Figure 2-3: Platform Controls - Upright MX15 Service & Parts Manual

Operation and Specifications

MX15/19
15. Open the Emergency Lowering Valve
(Figure 2-2) by pulling the knob out
to check for proper operation. When
the platform is lowered, release the
knob.
16. Turn the Chassis Key Switch to
DECK.
17. Check that theroute is clear of obsta-
cles (persons, obstructions, holes,
drop-offs, bumps and debris), is
level, and is capable of supporting
the wheel loads.
18. Mount the platform and properly
close the entrance.
19. Turn the Drive/Lift Switch to DRIVE.
While engaging the Interlock
Switch, move the Control Handle to
FORWARD, then REVERSE, to
check for speed control.
20. Push the Steering Switch RIGHT,
then LEFT, to check for steering
control.
21. Turn the Drive/Lift Switch to LIFT.
Grasp the Control Handle, engag-
ing the Interlock Switch, and push it
forward to check platform lift con-
trols. Raise the platform to full ele-
vation.
22. Pull back on the Control Handle.
The platform should descend, and
the audible lowering alarm should
sound.
23. Push the Platform Emergency Stop
Switch to check for proper opera-
tion. All machine functions should
be disabled. Pull out the Platform
Emergency Stop Switch to resume.

Figure 2-2: Emergency Lowering Valve Knob

Emergency Lowering
Valve Knob
Platform Emergency Stop
Switch
060569-004
2.2 - Pre-Operation Safety Inspection
Hydraulic Fluid
Tank

Figure 2-3: Platform Controls

Control Handle with
Interlock Switch
Drive/Lift
Switch
Steering
Switch
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