Snorkel AB60J Repair Parts Manual page 1054

Maintenance
Every person who maintains, inspects, tests or repairs
the aerial platform must be qualified to do so. Mainte-
nance functions must be performed by maintenance
personnel who are qualified to work on the aerial
platform.
Caution
Welding current can be very intense. Damage to
electronic components can result. Connect the
ground clamp as close as possible to the area
being welded. Disconnect the battery cables and
any microprocessors and engine control modules
before welding on the machine.
If it becomes necessary to weld aerial platform com-
ponents as a method of repair, take all precautions to
prevent damage to electronic circuitry and devices on
the machine. This includes, but may not be limited to,
disconnecting battery cables and electronic devices.
Do not modify this aerial platform without prior writ-
ten consent of the Snorkel Engineering Department.
Modification may void the warranty, adversely affect
stability or affect the operational characteristics of the
aerial platform.
Maintenance Schedules
The manufacturer has established a preventative
maintenance schedule to detect any defective,
damaged or improperly secured parts and provide
information regarding lubrication and other minor
maintenance items.
This schedule includes the following:
y Daily Prestart Inspection
Frequent Inspection and Maintenance – Every
y
90 Days or 150 Hours
y Annual Maintenance – Every 500 Hours
The Daily Prestart Inspection must be performed by a
trained operator. All other maintenance and inspection
must be performed by a trained service technician
only. Retain a copy of these forms for your records.
All placards and decals on the machine must be in
place and legible. Use the Placards and Decals parts
page in the Repair Parts section of this manual to
check these placards and decals.
Snorkel recommends that you make additional cop-
ies of the preventative inspection and maintenance
checklists for your use in performing these inspections.
Warning
The potential for accident increases when operat-
ing an aerial platform that is damaged or malfunc-
AB60J – 0181971
tioning. Death or serious injury can result from
such accidents. Do not operate the aerial platform
if it is damaged or malfunctioning.
Repair all defects before returning the machine to
service.
General Information
The parts drawings located in the Repair Parts section
are designed for use as a guide for proper disassembly
of the machine and components, as well as, for parts
replacement.
Danger
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can
have enough force to inject fluid into the flesh.
Serious infection or reaction will result if medical
treatment is not given immediately. In case of
injury by escaping hydraulic fluid, seek medical
attention at once.
Always refer to the hydraulic system installation draw-
ings and the electrical wiring diagram before removing
or disassembling associated parts.
When disassembling or reassembling components,
complete the procedural step in sequence. Do not
partially disassemble or assemble one part, then start
on another. Always check your work to assure that
nothing has been overlooked.
Keep the following in mind when disassembling or
assembling the machine.
Always be conscious of weight.
y
Never attempt to lift heavy objects without the aid
y
of a mechanical device.
y Do not allow heavy object to rest in an unstable
condition.
Always make sure the work platform is in the
y
stowed position, blocked or the weight removed
by a suitable lifting device before removing any
components from the machine.
When raising a portion of the machine, be sure
y
that adequate blocking is properly positioned.
Do not depend solely on the lifting device to hold
and secure weight.
If a part resists removal, check to see if all fasten-
y
ers, electrical wiring, hydraulic lines, etc., have
been removed or that other parts are not interfer-
ing.
Parts should be thoroughly inspected before restoring
to service at the time of reassembly. Burrs, nicks or
scratches may be removed from machines surfaces
by honing or polishing with a #600 crocus cloth,
Maintenance – 1