Platform Control Operation - nifty TM Series Operating And Safety Instructions Manual

TM Series
Operating & Safety Instructions
4.4

PLATFORM CONTROL OPERATION

ALWAYS ALLOW THE ENGINE TO WARM UP BEFORE OPERATING.
4.4.1 PLATFORM CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS
ALL MODELS
1) NEVER exceed the maximum platform capacity.
2) Check below, above and around the platform for any obstruction or hazards before operating
any function.
3) Ensure all red emergency stops are out.
4) Remove the key from the ground control station (turn key anti-clockwise) and put the key in the
platform control station and switch to "ON" (clockwise).
5) Battery electric models go to step 11).
DIESEL ENGINE OR Bl-ENERGY MODELS ONLY
6) Ensure that the main engine ignition switch is "ON". Turn the "Engine Start" switch on the
platform control box clockwise and the engine will fire.
7) Go to step 11). Note – Unless the diesel engine is running, the 120T will automatically default to
the primary power source (usually battery).
PETROL ENGINE OR PETROL/ELECTRIC MODELS ONLY
8) Ensure that the fuel tap is turned to the "ON" position and that the main engine ignition switch is
"ON". Turn the "Engine Start" switch on the platform control box clockwise and the engine will
fire.
9) Go to step 11). Note – Unless the petrol engine is running, the 120T will automatically default to
the primary power source (usually battery)
10) If the engine is too cold to start from the platform, try starting from the ground controls as
described in step 8) of the ground control operation section (4.3.1).
ALL MODELS
11) Push and hold green power button.
12) Select the boom function required and operate hand levers in full accordance with
manufacturers Operating and Safety manual.
13) When not in use return machine to stowed position, fully raise and stow all outriggers, turn the
key to the "OFF" position (anti-clockwise), remove key and chock wheels.
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NEVER START THE NIFTYLIFT IF YOU SMELL PETROL (GASOLINE), LIQUID
PROPANE OR DIESEL. THESE FUELS ARE FLAMMABLE.
BEFORE OPERATING THE NIFTYLIFT ENSURE THAT EACH OPERATOR HAS READ
AND FULLY UNDERSTOOD THE OPERATING MANUAL. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY
RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
***FOR COLD START PROCEDURES SEE SECTION 4.3.1***
English/USA – 01/10
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