Snorkel AB85RJ - Manual (Page 57)

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Chapter 9 – Stowing and Transporting
To prevent unauthorized use and damage, properly stow
the aerial platform at the end of each work day. It must
also be properly stowed while transporting.
Stowing
The properly stowed position is shown in Figure 9.1.
Figure 9.1 – Stowed Position
Use the following procedure to properly stow the aerial
platform.
1. Rotate the platform so it is perpendicular to the end
of the boom.
2. Fully retract the tip boom and then fully lower the riser
and main booms.
3. Lower the jib boom until the foot on the jib is near the
ground to allow for exiting the platform.
4. Center the booms between the rear wheels.
5. If the engine has just been under load and is hot, set
the throttle switch to low and let the engine idle for
five minutes.
6. Turn the start switch off and place the platform con-
trol cover over the upper controls if the machine is
equipped with that option.
7. Push the lower controls emergency stop button
inward. Place the start switch in the off position and
remove the key.
8. Turn the battery disconnect switch off.
9. Close and latch the cowling doors.
Transporting
The aerial platform may be moved on a transport vehicle.
Depending on the particular situation, the aerial platform
may be driven, winched, or hoisted onto a vehicle such
as a truck or trailer. Driving is the preferred method.
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Danger
The aerial platform can tip over if it becomes unstable.
Death or serious injury can result from a tip-over ac-
cident. Do not drive on ramps that exceed 30 percent
grade, or where conditions of the ramp could cause
driving to be hazardous.
Drive the aerial platform onto the transport vehicle if the
ramp incline is within the 30 percent grade capability of
the aerial platform.
A 30 percent grade is a 0.91 m (36
″) vertical rise in 3.05
m (10
′) horizontal length.
Use a winch to load and unload the aerial platform on
ramps that exceed the grade capability of the machine.
A winch may also be used when conditions of the ramp
could cause driving to be hazardous.
The equipment used to load, unload, and transport the
aerial platform must have adequate capacity. Refer to
Chapter 2 to determine the approximate weight of the
aerial platform.
The user assumes all responsibility for choosing the
proper method of transportation, and the proper selection
and use of transportation and tie-down devices, making
sure the equipment used is capable of supporting the
weight of the aerial platform and that all manufacturer’s
instructions and warnings, regulations and safety rules of
their employer, the DOT and/or any other state or federal
law are followed.
Driving
Use the following procedure to drive the aerial platform
onto the transport vehicle.
1. Locate the transport vehicle so it is in a straight line
with the loading ramp.
2. Chock the vehicle wheels so it cannot roll away from
the ramp while the machine is loaded.
3. Remove any unnecessary tools, materials, or other
loose objects from the platform.
4. Drive the machine to the foot of the loading ramp
with the front wheels nearest the ramp. Make sure
the machine is centered with the ramps and that the
steering wheels are straight.
5. Rotate the platform so it is perpendicular to the boom.
6. Retract the tip boom and raise the main boom or jib
so it is horizontal.
7. Rotate the turntable slightly to the side so you can
see the front wheels.
8. Verify that the machine wheels, loading ramps, and
transport vehicle are aligned.